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Care needed for elderly woman with dementia

Posted by Selina G. on 4/23/2026

  • $25.00 per hour

We are seeking a compassionate and attentive caretaker to provide daytime supervision and assistance for our elderly family member who has been diagnosed with dementia. This is a weekday position covering the hours when family members are at work.

Primary Responsibilities
The main role is companionship and supervision to ensure her safety and well-being throughout the day. She is largely independent and capable of most daily activities, but requires gentle reminders and occasional guidance due to memory loss.

Specific duties include:
-Providing regular reminders to eat meals and drink water throughout the day, as she frequently forgets
-Offering light assistance and direction with getting dressed
-Monitoring her whereabouts to ensure she does not wander from the home unsafely
-Engaging her in light conversation, activities, or simple routines to keep her comfortable and at ease
-Notifying family members promptly of any concerns, behavioral changes, or safety incidents

Care Recipient

  • Female
  • Somewhat receptive to outside help
  • Age range: 65 to 74 years old
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Care needed for...

  • Mo
  • Tu
  • We
  • Th
  • Fr

Weekly 9:30am - 10:30am

$25.00 per hour

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