DescriptionAbout the Clients:We're seeking a compassionate caregiver for an elderly couple in their early 80s living in Aurora. Both parents experienced strokes in 2024 and require varying levels of support. The father has speech difficulties (aphasia) but good comprehension, while dealing with chronic back pain. The mother has significant cognitive challenges including aphasia, difficulty with comprehension and memory, and takes anti-psychotic medication. She recently had hip surgery and struggles with medication adherence. Both parents are fiercely independent and initially resistant to accepting help, so patience and a gentle approach are essential. They maintain a meticulously clean bungalow and take great pride in their home.Responsibilities:Medication management and reminders, with special focus on ensuring the mother takes her anti-psychotic medication consistentlyMeal planning support and preparation guidance, including defrosting proteins and encouraging balanced nutrition with adequate fiber and hydrationLight meal prep assistance to ensure proper nutrition throughout the dayMonitoring food and water intakeGeneral companionship and emotional supportLight housekeeping as needed (laundry, linens)Assistance with activities of daily living as requiredWhat We're Looking For:Experienced PSW with a proven track record working with clients who have cognitive impairments and aphasiaExceptional patience and ability to work with resistant or challenging clientsStrong communication skills and ability to speak slowly and clearly,



repeating information as neededExperience managing behavioral challenges and mood fluctuationsAbility to build trust gradually with clients who are skeptical of outside helpReliable, consistent, and punctualUnderstanding of stroke recovery and cognitive declineSchedule:Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 11:00 AM. This is a start-low-and-grow approach designed to help the clients adjust to having support in their home. Hours may expand based on family needs and client comfort level.Pay & HoursCAD$27.00/hrCAD$27.00/hrHourly rateCAD$324.00/weekCAD$324.00/weekPer weekEstimated Earnings Based on 5 day(s)/weekRequired DaysMonday 8:30am-11:00amTuesday 8:30am-11:00amThursday 8:30am-11:00amFriday 8:30am-11:00amWithin 1 weekLocationCare needsMedication remindersMeal prepCompanionshipPersonal careRequirementsLicense/CertificationPersonal Support Worker (PSW)Required languagesConsiderationsComfortable with stairsPhysical lifting may be requiredExperience with dementia/Alzheimer'sFlexible with schedule changesAdditional ConsiderationsBoth clients have had strokes in 2024. Father has speech difficulties (aphasia) but valuable comprehension, experiencing back pain and stress. Mother has severe aphasia with poor cognitive understanding, takes anti-psychotic medication, recently had hip surgery, and exhibits OCD behaviors. She is resistant to help, has trust issues, and can become angry easily. The home is meticulously maintained and the family has had challenges with previous care providers due to mother's exacting standards. Patience, consistency, and experience with challenging behavioral situations are essential. The goal is to start slowly to build trust and acceptance of care services.

📌 Personal Support Worker (Aurora)
🏢 CareQuilt
📍 Aurora