Caregiver Freudenstadt

Caring for an elderly married couple living together. An 86-year-old lady, 60 kg, 160 cm, suffers from dementia. She recognizes familiar people, is only partially oriented in her home environment, and needs assistance when outside the home. Her time orientation is mostly intact, but she cannot organize appointments, her short-term memory is deteriorating, and she often repeats the same questions. She is not aggressive nor does she have a tendency to wander. She suffers from macular degeneration and has significantly impaired vision. Physically, she is fully mobile, moves independently without aids, and gets up without help. She primarily needs supervision, guidance with hygiene, reminders to change clothes, and assistance with showering and washing her hair. Medications are prepared in advance; supervision of their intake is required. She has a check-up with an ophthalmologist every three months. An 87-year-old gentleman, 80 kg, 170 cm, suffers from lung cancer, has eczema which is managed by a nursing service, and uses incontinence products preventatively due to potential urinary leakage. He is oriented in time, space, and regarding people. He speaks little but can express his needs. He has impaired hearing and requires loud and clear speech. He walks with the aid of two crutches, is at risk of falling, and needs assistance when outside the home. He requires partial assistance with dressing, hygiene, and showering, and cooperates to the best of his ability with other activities. He eats independently and also manages his toileting needs. Medication intake needs to be supervised, he needs to be accompanied to doctor's appointments, and supported in his daily activities. The scope of work also includes household management for both seniors, meal preparation, shopping, cleaning, laundry, handling everyday errands, accompanying them to medical examinations, and providing companionship (conversations, walks together, maintaining a daily routine, and promoting independence). Nighttime waking is not required for the couple. Shops are within walking distance, and a bicycle is also available. The family visits them regularly, and an emergency call button is available in the home. Free time by agreement.