London - Live In Care Support Worker at Special People – London, England

About the role

24h, Live in Care, 2 hour break Mon-Fri. The family are happy to discuss holidays/time off as they are aware 24/7 care is a lot of work (4 weeks on 1 week off, or 6 weeks on 2 weeks off, etc)
Fixed rate - 1000 per week

Requirements

We are looking for someone that is calm and chatty to engage with the client throughout the week. Italian Speaking

About the client

The client was diagnosed with Alzheimers in 2023, this is a cognitive disorder that will continue to decline over time. Physically, the client has scoliosis, becomes breathless while walking, and occasionally complains of knee, hip, or lower back pain. She is deaf and wears a hearing aid in her left ear, she also often reverts to Italian as this is her mother tongue. The client is a happy, bubbly, fun lady, she enjoys laughing and will dance anywhere! She always wants to help, if you are cooking or cleaning, she will want to help, so its important to involve her in all activities.

Daily living skills

Can eat and drink independently, though food must be cut in to small bite size pieces. The support worker must eat with her, otherwise she will become distracted and try give you food. Requires general support/supervision for showering and toileting, often this is just small verbal prompts to wash hair and body. She requires supervision in the shower as she is a fall risk, she requires support to move in and out of the shower tub. You must hold her hand at all times while in the community

Behaviour

Sometimes will tap a carers bottom, chest or belly, this is meant in a familiar/funny way and is not meant to offend She is a very happy funny person that loves to sing and dance! She is drawn to children and dogs, she will often touch the childs face in affection as this was culturally acceptable in Italy

Activities

Attend the local park for a walk Drink hot chocolate Engage in reading practice Engage in conversation and people watching You may be asked to attend appointments with the client (ie. vaccinations)