Caregiver Bonn

Care for a 72-year-old elderly lady, 54 kg, 165 cm, who has suffered from multiple sclerosis for 40 years. The disease primarily affects the lower limbs, manifesting as spasticity and stiffness in the legs. Despite this, she is very active and sport-oriented. Psychologically, she is fully oriented and independent. She moves with the help of a wheelchair. She requires assistance with transfers from bed, and the household is equipped with transfer boards, a ceiling hoist, and a shower chair. Transfers are necessary, but the aids significantly facilitate handling. She manages toileting independently and requires only minimal support and guidance for personal hygiene. She showers by herself every morning; assistance is mainly needed with getting out of bed and dressing/undressing trousers. The lady is very active, undergoes physiotherapy at home 4 times a week, and engages in approximately two hours of personal exercise daily. She still drives a modified motor vehicle and handles her own shopping. The scope of work includes primarily morning assistance with rising, transfers, dressing, support with personal hygiene as needed, and household management including meal preparation, cleaning, and laundry. The lady lives in a shared household with her husband, who is completely independent and requires no assistance. This is a physically less demanding caregiving role, with the main focus on assistance with mobility and transfers, and support with daily activities. Night work is not required. Free time by agreement. A small 2-room apartment is available for the caregiver.