Caregiver Gaienhofen-Gundholzen

Care for an 84-year-old gentleman, 76 kg, 167 cm, who walks with the aid of a walker or cane. He suffers from Parkinson's and early-stage dementia, has a pacemaker, stents, an allergy to nuts (especially peanuts), and hay fever. His short-term memory is impaired. His hearing is reduced, and he uses hearing aids. He is friendly, open, and cooperative. He moves slowly, his gait is unsteady (typical for Parkinson's), but he manages it independently. He gets up without assistance. He needs daily motivation for movement. He is not incontinent and manages the toilet himself. He needs more guidance with dressing and partial assistance with hygiene. The bathroom is barrier-free with a shower and a chair. He eats independently; supervision of fluid intake and regular meals is necessary. He prepares his own medication, but its intake needs to be checked. Household help such as cooking, shopping, and laundry is part of the job. Cleaning is provided by a cleaning service. Shops are accessible. The gentleman needs to be accompanied to the doctor by appointment; simple appointments are handled by the caregiver, complex ones by the family. Companionship, communication, and a daily routine are important. The gentleman enjoys reading and going on outings. His wife also lives in the household but is currently in rehabilitation. She may become a second care recipient later, but her condition is not yet known. Night work is not required. A car (hybrid) is available.