Personal Assistant

A LITTLE ABOUT MYSELF

I am 79 years old and live in Rhiwbina, Cardiff. 

I have Advanced Alzheimer’s and possible onset of vascular dementia. I have very limited mobility including the need to use a stair lift and a wheelchair for anything over a few meters distance. I can walk about 30 meters but have to stop every 10 meters or so. I can walk around a supermarket if I have a trolley to lean on. I am not bladder continent at night and the occasional bladder continence accident in the day, so need to be reminded regularly to go to the toilet.

I like music from the 50's, 60's and 70's, singing and going out to dementia groups for social stimulation. Colouring books and music help ease my anxiety. I love ice cream but I can only have it as an occasional treat due to health concerns. I was very independent so I do not respond well to being told what to do! I still have a good sense of humour.

PURPOSE OF JOB

My husband has been my carer for 7 years and we now need extra support to manage my needs as I deteriorate which will hopefully improve his wellbeing by having a better balance of his interests and living with me

HOURS OF WORK

16 hours each week to be scheduled as follows, current hours are Monday to Friday only.

Monday, Wednesday & Friday- 7-9am

Tuesday & Thursday- 7.30-9.30am

Monday to Friday- 8.30-9pm

Thursday- 2.30-6pm

This is a provisional schedule and subject to change. 

We would prefer to employ 2 people to share the hours as they are very likely to increase.

RATE OF PAY

£14.75

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TYPE OF PERSON REQUIRED