We are looking for a live-out caregiver for our mom. She is 88, lives in her home with our sister who is taking care of her but needs help/relief. Our mom's house is located in the Fraser Street & 60th area in East Vancouver - it will be convenient if the successful candidate lives close by. Our mom is quite frail (less than 100 lbs), and due to a stroke and rheumatoid arthritis and dementia, can no longer walk or speak. She has quite a bit of difficulty swallowing and can only eat pureed food. Responsibilities: • Spoon feeding pureed food and water & giving her daily medicine. • Physically strong, able to bend up and down, prevent falls in supporting our mom when transitioning to/from bed and to/from toilet and sofa. (our mom no longer walks, she has to be placed in her walker/wheelchair. • Talking, patience, engagement with her, although with her stroke, she cannot speak anymore. • Flossing, brushing her teeth after meal, cleaning face, hands. • Toileting throughout the afternoon and evening. • Mild stretching, exercises, some massaging of legs, arms and back • Assisting our sister showering her on a weekly basis. • Some kitchen and bathroom cleaning if time permits Work days and hours: Friday, Saturday, Sunday 4pm to 9pm (5 hours per day); after a month, for the right candidate who would like increased # of days, this can be arranged. Qualifications: • Care aid certification and several years experience caring for a senior who has dementia and is no longer mobile, and with difficulty swallowing food and water. • Physically strong, without any back issues, able to bend up and down, able to physically help transition our mom from her bed to her walker/wheelchair to toilet or sofa. Most important thing is fall prevention. • Kind, gentle, positive, conversant with elderly • Reliable and responsible. Can show up ready to support our sister on time without missing any shifts. • Good verbal English In person interview with us, and references with previous elderly clients will be the process. $22-$25/hour depending on experienceAudio introductionListen to the audio introductionSalary: Negotiable, based on experienceLess than 20 hours/weekScheduleDesired start date immediatelyMorningAfternoonEveningOvernightMTWThFSaSuCaregiver is responsible forProfessional skillsBathing AssistanceAlzheimer/Dementia CarePatient PositioningBathing AssistanceDressing Grooming assistanceToileting AssistanceMoreWilling to work with or have experience withWork with diagnosesAlzheimer'sDementiaStrokeBedriddenIncontinence (diapers)OsteoporosisMoreAdditional requirementsNot Applicable Active: Today • Member since: March 2024PrintID: 100049347You may be interested in411 similar jobsVancouver • 3,534 km awayPrevious experience with dementia and diabetes required. She likes to wander and gets lost easily. We can start with 8 hours a week, 4 hours per shift possibly more if it's a good match. Shifts are flexible and we are accommodatingPart-Time • Live-OutPosted by:Active: More than a month agoNanaimo • 3,601 km awayWe proudly offer dedicated homecare services, specifically tailored to meet the diverse needs of seniors and differently-abled clients. In our mission to deliver these services, your peace of mind is our top priority. That's why we are fully insured, representing a trustworthy and dependable choicePart-Time • Live-In, Live-OutAgency:Island Kare Home Support Services (www.islandkare.ca)Active: 10 AprNorth Vancouver • 3,535 km awayI am looking for in home care for my mother who is 73 and has dementia. Responsibilities will include her personal care such as bathing, bathroom, food prep, feeding, assistance with mobility, laundry, etc.