Personal Care

• 1. Activities of Daily Living (ADLs):
  • Bathing and Showering: Assisting with personal hygiene, including bathing, showering, and oral care.
  • Dressing: Helping with choosing appropriate clothing and getting dressed.
  • Toileting: Providing assistance with toileting needs, including managing incontinence.
  • Mobility: Assisting with movement around the home, including getting in and out of bed, walking, and using mobility aids.
  • Feeding: Helping with eating and drinking, including preparing special diets if necessary.

Health and Medical Support

• 2. Medication Management:
  • Administering prescribed medications and ensuring they are taken on time.
  • Monitoring for side effects and maintaining medication records.
• 3. Health Monitoring:
  • Observing and reporting any changes in health condition to healthcare professionals.
  • Taking vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, and pulse, if trained to do so.
• 4. Medical Appointments:
  • Scheduling and accompanying the individual to medical appointments.
  • Communicating with healthcare providers about the person’s health needs and care plan.

Household Tasks

• 5. Housekeeping:
  • Performing light household chores, such as cleaning, laundry, and tidying up.
  • Maintaining a clean and safe living environment.
• 6. Meal Preparation:
  • Planning and preparing nutritious meals according to dietary needs and preferences.
  • Ensuring proper hydration and nutrition.
• 7. Shopping and Errands:
  • Shopping for groceries and household supplies.
  • Running errands, such as picking up prescriptions.

Emotional and Social Support

• 8. Companionship:
  • Providing emotional support and companionship.
  • Engaging in conversations and activities that the individual enjoys.
• 9. Social Activities:
  • Encouraging and facilitating participation in social activities and hobbies.
  • Accompanying the individual on outings and social events.

Specialized Care

• 10. Dementia and Alzheimer’s Care:
  • Providing specialized care for individuals with cognitive impairments.
  • Implementing strategies to manage symptoms and improve quality of life.
• 11. End-of-Life Care:
  • Offering compassionate care and support for individuals receiving palliative or hospice care.
  • Ensuring comfort and dignity during the end-of-life stage.

Safety and Advocacy

• 12. Safety Monitoring:
  • Ensuring the home environment is safe and free of hazards.
  • Assisting with the use of safety equipment, such as grab bars and emergency alert systems.
• 13. Advocacy:
  • Acting as an advocate for the individual’s needs and preferences.
  • Communicating with family members and healthcare providers to ensure the person’s care plan is followed.

Administrative Tasks

• 14. Record Keeping:
  • Maintaining accurate records of care provided, including daily logs and incident reports.
  • Managing schedules and appointments.

Conclusion

By performing these duties, a live-in carer helps ensure that the person receiving care can maintain as much independence and quality of life as possible while staying in their own home.