Homemaker
Importance:
For seniors who only need a small amount of care or need a bit more help adjusting to new independence after the loss of a partner, or recuperating from illness or surgery, there are endless benefits of homemaker services. Homemaker services help lighten the burden of loneliness for some seniors and promotes health and well-being by helping create a clean and cheery environment.
Commitment:
- 2 hours of service minimum once weekly or bi-monthly
Responsibilities:
- Light housekeeping (such as washing dishes, dusting, vacuuming, sweeping, etc.)
- Meal planning and preparation
- Laundry
- Changing bed linens
- Cleaning kitchen and bathroom
- Shopping for groceries and cleaning supplies
- Gathering trash from inside the home and putting it out for a pick up
- Running errands
- Other needs as identified
