Caregiver Brandis

Care for an 85-year-old gentleman, 72 kg, 172 cm, who lives with his wife in the same household. He suffers from advanced Parkinson's disease, general frailty of old age, and is showing the first signs of dementia. His mobility is significantly limited, he uses a walker, or sometimes a wheelchair. He requires assistance with personal hygiene, dressing and undressing, as well as with toileting – he wears incontinence briefs. During the day, he needs supervision and guidance, as well as gentle exercises and simple physical activities to support motor skills. The gentleman wakes up around 8:00 AM and goes to bed around 9:00 PM. He sleeps a lot during the day. The caregiver also provides complete household care, including cooking, cleaning, laundry, and changing bed linens for his wife as well. Once a week, a shopping assistant comes, who, together with the wife, handles larger grocery shopping. The care also includes companionship, conversation, and accompanying him in daily activities. During the summer months, watering flowers and harvesting small fruits in the garden are expected. Nighttime care is needed 1-2 times per night. Lifting is not required.