Job Title: Compassionate Caregiver for Woman with Dementia
Location: Meadowbrook, PA
Schedule: Part-Time to Start (10am–8pm), Transitioning to Full-Time | Potential for Live-In Role
Salary: $35 to $40/hour DOE

We are seeking a compassionate and emotionally intelligent caregiver to support a 79-year-old widow living alone in Meadowbrook, PA. She is currently in the mid-stage of dementia and experiences notable short-term memory loss and repetitive behaviors. The ideal candidate will be warm, patient, respectful, and capable of offering gentle guidance while honoring her independence and dignity.

About the Role:

Initially part-time (10am–8pm), this position has the potential to grow into a full-time and possibly live-in role. Flexibility for occasional overnight coverage in the future is strongly preferred.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide companionship and emotional support throughout the day

• Offer gentle reminders for medications, meals, and personal hygiene

• Prepare simple, nourishing meals

• Assist with light housekeeping tasks

• Engage in respectful redirection when managing repetitive conversations or minor resistance

• Encourage autonomy while maintaining a safe and structured environment

Ideal Personality Traits:

• Naturally warm, kind, and emotionally intelligent

• Patient, upbeat, and conversational, with a gentle sense of humor

• Skilled at setting boundaries without being confrontational or directive

• Respectful of personal space and capable of guiding routines without overwhelming the client

• Able to remain calm and positive when faced with repetitive or passive-aggressive behaviors

Preferred Experience:

• Experience working with clients who have dementia, particularly in mid-stages with cognitive decline and behavioral patterns

• Caregivers with high emotional resilience and patience, even without formal dementia training, are welcome to apply

• Previous success navigating complex or sensitive interpersonal dynamics in caregiving roles

Candidate Preferences:

Due to the client’s personal preferences and comfort level:

• Confident and emotionally attuned caregivers

• Physically active and fit, in alignment with the client’s expectations

• Must be reliable, professional, and sincerely dedicated to providing high-quality care

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To Apply:
If you are a thoughtful, experienced caregiver who is passionate about supporting individuals with dementia in a respectful and engaging way, we encourage you to apply. This is a deeply meaningful opportunity to make a difference in someone’s daily life while being part of a supportive and appreciative environment.