Caregiver Bonn

Care for a 72-year-old elderly lady, 54 kg, 165 cm, who has been suffering from multiple sclerosis for 40 years. The disease primarily affects the lower limbs and manifests as spastic and stiff legs. Despite this, she is very active and sports-oriented. Psychologically, she is fully oriented and independent. She moves with the help of a wheelchair. She needs 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 herself every morning. Assistance is primarily needed with getting out of bed and with dressing and undressing trousers. The lady is very active, undergoes physiotherapy at home 4 times a week, and dedicates approximately two hours daily to her own exercises. She still drives a modified motor vehicle and does her own shopping. The scope of work includes primarily morning assistance with getting up, 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 physically less demanding care, where the main goal is 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.