Care for a independently living 62-year-old elderly lady, 80 kg, 165 cm, who is largely bedridden after a severe relapse of multiple sclerosis six weeks ago. She moves with the aid of a wheelchair. In the 1990s, three brain tumors were successfully removed. She is fully oriented and mentally clear. She is completely dependent on assistance with personal hygiene, dressing, using the toilet, and all transfers. Transfers from bed to wheelchair, to the toilet, and back are necessary approximately every 2.5 hours, 1 to 2 times during the night. She cooperates during transfers and can stand briefly. A hoist and a ceiling hoist are available in the bedroom. The caregiver assists with hygiene, dressing, hair care, prepares the toothbrush, cooks, shops, cleans, and takes care of laundry. A care service comes every morning for basic hygiene. Once a week, assistance is provided for cleaning. Night care is needed 1 to 2 times per night, mainly for transfers to the toilet. Aldi is within walking distance, and a bicycle is available in the household. Free time by arrangement. There is a dog in the household (Yorkshire Terrier).
Care for a independently living 62-year-old elderly lady, 80 kg, 165 cm, who is largely bedridden after a severe relapse of multiple sclerosis.
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Odenthal · Germany
Care for an 87-year-old independently living gentleman (71 kg, 174 cm) in a family home in the village of Odenthal.
Wachtberg · Germany
Care for an elderly married couple in their shared home. 95-year-old gentleman, 90 kg, 185 cm, has limited mobility and uses a wheelchair following a stroke in August 2019. He suffers from urinary incontinence and uses incontinence pads and pull-ups. Psychologically, he is oriented according to his age, occasionally forgetful. Despite his physical limitations, he can still use the toilet independently, but sometimes needs help with dressing. He often feels tired. 96-year-old lady, 50 kg, 160 cm, is currently hospitalized after a fall. She suffers from heart failure, and her walking stability has significantly deteriorated in recent months. She mostly uses a walker and has previously used an automatic stairlift independently. After her last two hospitalizations, her mobility and independence have been gradually declining. The caregiver's duties include meal preparation, shopping, cleaning, and laundry. For the gentleman, assistance is needed as required with personal hygiene, using the toilet, and dressing, with the main goal being to support and maintain his independence. Help should be offered sensitively, not imposed. He still manages most activities, such as dressing and using the toilet, predominantly by himself. The caregiver also assists with meal preparation and household maintenance. For the lady, it is important to monitor her safety and prevent falls. She needs help with dressing, household management, accompanying her to doctor's appointments, and shopping. Night shifts and heavy lifting are not required. The gentleman can transfer himself to the wheelchair. Free time by agreement. A car with manual transmission is available.
Karlsruhe · Germany
Care for a 78-year-old gentleman, 67 kg, 168 cm, suffering from dementia and diabetes, with a high risk of falls after a previous fall.
