Caregiver Berlin

Care for a self-sufficient 90-year-old lady, 75 kg, 167 cm, who has advanced vascular dementia, significantly impaired short-term memory, and speech difficulties. She has heart failure, an artificial heart valve, a pacemaker, and has had hip replacement surgery. She suffers from urinary and fecal incontinence and uses diapers. She is allergic to dog and cat dander. The lady is mostly bedridden and uses a wheelchair. With assistance, she can walk a few steps between the bed and the wheelchair. She cooperates during transfers, and a hoist is available if needed. She requires help with hygiene, dressing, changing diapers, transfers, and feeding. Meals need to be prepared in small pieces and fed to her. Sufficient fluid intake is very important, approximately 1.2 to 1.3 liters of water throughout the day. The caregiver administers prepared medications. During the day, it is advisable to sit the lady on the terrace, play music for her, and assist with simple leg exercises on a rehabilitation device. She occasionally visits a day care center. The caregiver is also responsible for cooking, shopping, and cleaning. The family lives nearby and can help by arrangement. Night duty is not required. Free time is by agreement.