A LITTLE ABOUT MYSELF
I am an elderly lady living in Barry. I try to lead an active lifestyle; the activities I enjoy are singing, walking, going to the theatre and the cinema. I enjoy eating out for lunch and looking in the shops. Most communication that is a task is spoken through song or sign language, and we have a very holistic approach towards my care and support. I can get tired, so there are days where I am happy looking at my photographs and cards that I have collected over the years.
I love looking at art books and flower arranging. I have a hearing impairment and have mid- to late Alzheimer’s. During the middle stage of Alzheimer’s, the dementia symptoms are more pronounced. Sometimes I can demonstrate some behavioural changes, including suspiciousness, especially with people I do not know. I can also experience confusion about where I am or what day it is. My daughter is very supportive and will be with me when you first start to help me get used to someone new.
Once a relationship has been formed, I can be quite outgoing, chatty, and enjoy socialising out in the local community.
PURPOSE OF JOB
The purpose of this job is to support me at home to do the things I like doing and to help me maintain my independence for as long as possible. This includes companionship and providing respite for my daughter.
PLACE OF WORK
At my home address and in the local community.
HOURS OF WORK
Monday – 10am to 2pm
Wednesday – 9:00am to 4:00pm
Thursday, Friday, Saturday – 6:30pm to 9:00pm
Totaling to 21 hours per week.
*We are open to discussions if you can work any hours; please still apply.
The day shifts can be split between 2 people if required. Evening shifts are mainly to keep me company and to ensure I have everything I need to allow me to sleep well. Some light domestic work is needed to help keep my house organised.
RATE OF PAY
£12.90 per hour.
TASKS INVOLVED
1. Occasional domestic duties
2. Some personal care is required, like brushing teeth
3. Keeping me company
4. Ensuring I am safe
5. Keeping me calm
TYPE OF PERSON REQUIRED
1. Chatty and outgoing
2. Someone who enjoys teaching in a forward-thinking way
3. Physically fit
4. Patient and understanding
5. Experience of Alzheimer’s work or personal
6. Has own vehicle with business class insurance
7. Good sense of humour
8. Full of energy
9. Someone who can think outside the box and consider holistic approaches and natural therapies
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