Description
We are in search for a mature live-in couple with no pets to help care for an elderly couple. This position is too much for one person, which is why we’re looking for couples that can help share the responsibilities. There are no set hours but someone needs to be at the house with the couple M-F 24 hours a day with weekends off. The couple will have a private room in the elderly couple's home. A car will be provided for on-duty use and the room can be furnished. The caregiver couple will also have their own private bath and entrance as well as Internet and cable. Food will be provided and they are free to use the kitchen and laundry room when needed. The caregivers first and main responsibility will be the elderly couple's well being. They are free to have another job or work from home as long as there is someone always home and available for the couple. There will be times where both caregivers need to be available during the day at the same when they have to drive one person to an appointment so that the other is not left home alone.
Job duties include the management of oxygen and medication, helping care for an 18-year-old dog, cooking, light housekeeping, dishes, and laundry, driving the couple, grocery shopping, running errands and of course the most important is being a friendly companion and reliable help to the couple. This is a long-term position with a minimum of a one-year commitment, perfect for mature couples who enjoying helping care for others while being able to save on rent and food with a generous annual salary. This position is best suited for older couples or couples who have been together a long period of time.