About the Client:
We're seeking a compassionate French-speaking live-in caregiver to support a mother with Alzheimer's disease who lives in a high-rise building in the ByWard Market area of downtown Ottawa. Her husband has been her primary caregiver but is currently undergoing chemotherapy for cancer and needs support to focus on his treatment. This is their first time receiving professional care services, and they're looking for someone reliable who can live in the home and provide consistent, skilled support during this challenging time.
Responsibilities:
As a live-in caregiver, you'll provide comprehensive daily support including personal care assistance with bathing and dressing, light meal preparation such as reheating meals and providing reminders, medication reminders and assistance, memory prompts and gentle redirection for cognitive support, light housekeeping including cleaning and laundry, and transportation for errands and appointments. Because this is a live-in role, you'll also provide a reassuring overnight presence and respond to the client's needs during the night as they arise. The role requires someone who can work independently while maintaining clear communication with the family about the client's needs and any changes in her condition.
Living Arrangements:
The caregiver will have a private, furnished bedroom in the client's home, with meals provided. The home is a high-rise unit in the ByWard Market, within walking distance of shops, pharmacies, and transit. [Add any details about bathroom access, laundry, Wi-Fi, or building amenities.]
Schedule & Time Off:
This is a 7-day/week live-in position.
What We're Looking For:
The ideal caregiver speaks fluent French, has demonstrated experience with Alzheimer's care and memory support, is calm and patient with cognitive challenges, brings positive energy and makes the client feel comfortable, is reliable and consistent, takes initiative when needed, communicates clearly with family members, and has strong personal care skills including bathing assistance. Comfort with living in the client's home and maintaining a respectful, professional presence in a shared space is essential. A valid driver's license is required for transportation assistance, and the caregiver must be comfortable with downtown parking logistics, as visitor parking at the building is limited and paid street parking may be necessary (expenses will be reimbursed).
