ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS/INFORMATION

Prefer someone who has worked in a care setting, empathetic and an understanding of depressive disorders would be good.Non judgemental,
Someone with a good sense of humour.
Also I don’t like people rushing around due to balance and cognitive issues.
Some memory problems (not dementia).
I have a motability car so unless you live in the West Pelton area a car driver would be useful.In the future I would like someone to drive my automatic car and be on the insurance if you are confident in doing that in time.
I have a great cleaner so no cleaning is required as such just a tidy up if needed.
Possibly popping to local shops with me as I can’t do my scooter.Other shopping trips out too.Help with craft workshops,that I enjoy.
Other help as required. Light duties
DBS check is required (cost will be covered by the employer).Current employer references too.
Very important
I have 2 small dogs, So a dog friendly person is essential.
I need someone who is not going to expect me to put the dogs in another room.They live here and have free run of the house.
They get excited for a few minutes then settle.The older dog is usually with another family member.
I get extremely anxious when people are intolerant of my dogs. I am working on training the young dog but it is a work in progress.
You need to be able to let me live my life as I like,chaotic in my head at times.I take a while to process things. So you will need to have an understanding of mental health.

DUTIES - VARIOUS BUT INCLUDING SOME OF THESE AT DIFFERENT TIMES DEPENDING ON MY NEEDS.

Sometimes to assist with personal care when I am unable to move at times.
Shower help if required. I have a wet room.
Help with hair, blow dry and upper body dressing. Socks and shoes at times.
Make the bed/change the bed as required (weekly).
Put washing on the airer and fold up if necessary.
Carry things for me, to my mobility car or garden, to one room or another.
Help with putting my mobility scooter up or down if needed
Tidy sofas, pick up dropped things.
Things I can not do or reach. I have limited upper body reach.
Help with preparing vegetables opening jars packaging.
Medication reminders.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Services

• Meal Preparation
• Personal Care
• Domestic Care
• Social + Leisure activities
• Support to remain independent

Transportation

• Full UK driving license
• Own personal car
• Can drive a motability equipped car