KP635 - Part-Time Elderly Companion - Westport, CT

British American Household Staffing • Westport, CT, US • 2w ago

Overview

A warm, kind, live-out companion is sought for an elderly individual in Westport, CT. The schedule will likely be 7am-2pm Monday through Friday, with evening and weekend hours available in due course if the candidate is open to it. The principal was a former surgeon, so she is health conscious and enjoys her independence - she is able bodied, creative and enjoyable to spend time with.

Responsibilities

Support the principal with her daily routine e.g. showering, getting dressed, applying hearing aides etc.
The principal loves to read, but has severe glaucoma, so candidates should ideally enjoy reading/ literature, and be willing to read to her
Design/play games that the principal has had to forego that don’t require vision
Encourage the principal to walk after meals/stay mobile
Enable the principal and make her feel like she still has some independence
There may be times when the principal is sleeping and the role may extend to light laundry, light housekeeping, or light food prep, but there is a housekeeper who performs all deep cleaning and general housekeeping
The principal has two mini Golden Doodles, so candidates must be dog friendly and be willing to walk them (with the principal)

Qualifications

Must have at least 5 years' verifiable experience working in the context of an elderly companion
Have experience supporting individuals’ mental health when they are losing physical capacities
Experience working with individuals with vision loss
Be thoughtful, warm, friendly and empathetic