About the Client:
We're seeking a compassionate caregiver for an 80-year-old grandmother living in Alliston with her son. She has a heart condition that causes high blood pressure and elevated heart rate, and her doctor has advised against climbing stairs. She has difficulty walking and currently receives government PSW support twice weekly for bathing, but needs additional assistance with daily living tasks. She wears a hijab and is most comfortable with female caregivers. She speaks Farsi and limited English, with some understanding of Hindi. She enjoys simple outings when possible and prefers traditional meals like rice and curry.
Responsibilities:
- Light housekeeping including laundry and bringing items upstairs
- Meal preparation and reheating food
- Occasional transportation to nearby locations like Walmart (approximately 2 km away)
- Companionship and supervision to ensure safety when family is away
- Basic meal prep including cooking traditional dishes
- Light assistance with mobility and transfers as needed
What We're Looking For:
- Female caregiver required for cultural and comfort reasons
- Preferably speaks Farsi, or alternatively Hindi/Urdu or South Asian language background
- Experience with seniors who have mobility limitations and cardiac conditions
- Calm, patient demeanor with ability to create a comfortable environment
- Reliable and consistent with scheduled visits
- Comfortable with basic cooking, particularly traditional South Asian cuisine
- Valid driver's license for occasional short errands
- Respectful of cultural preferences and religious practices
Schedule:
Two visits per week, two hours per visit (4 hours weekly total). Preferred days are Monday and Thursday or Friday, avoiding Tuesday and Friday when government PSW visits occur. Occasional flexibility may be needed for weekend coverage when family is unavailable, though schedule changes would be infrequent and dependent on caregiver availability. Start date flexible, ideally within 1-2 weeks of matching.
