Elder care Job in Toronto, Ontario

Well-regarded elderly woman (96 years old) with memory issues and breathing difficulties in Toronto (2BR condo in Jane/Eglinton area) seeks English-speaking, non-smoking, overnight-shift PSW (7PM to 7AM weeknights) to help with daily care routines:

- non-ambulatory personal hygiene and toileting
- dressing and undressing
- creating daily routine and stimulating activities, including some physical activity and fresh air
- meal preparation and cleanup (no dishwasher)
- medication supervision
- monitoring for medical concerns
- daily light tidying (there is a cleaner that comes on Saturdays who does laundry, and vacuuming, etc.)

Client uses wheelchair at all times except when resting/sleeping and must be accompanied when she is awake as she is at risk of falls.

We are looking for someone who can live-in for 12-hour awake shifts. We have three other caregivers that cover the rest of the schedule.

We would like to discuss possible arrangements with potential candidates as soon as possible.

Applicants must have up-to-date Police Background Check and Emergency First Aid/CPR certificates.

Additional information: Family interests include classical music, writing and art.
One son lives in the same building and visits daily, and is available for driving to appointments, outings and errands.

If you are interested please respond to this ad here in the ElderCare exchange.