Job Title:

Live In Caregiver

Live-In Caregiver - Elderly Woman with Dementia
Full-Time Live-In Caregiver
 

About the Role

We are seeking a compassionate, reliable, and experienced live-in caregiver to provide full-time support for a 94-year-old woman living with dementia in a private home setting. This role requires someone who is patient, attentive, and comfortable providing hands-on personal care, medication support, and meaningful companionship while respecting the dignity and routines of an elderly individual.

The ideal candidate has prior experience in a live-in scenario with dementia care, understands the importance of routine and reassurance, and can adapt to changing daily needs while maintaining a calm and supportive presence in the home.

Compensation

• Wages  $20/hour.

Hours of Work

• Approximately 6.0 hours per day of active care
• Care is structured around morning routines, meals, daytime activities, and bedtime
• Flexible scheduling within the daily routine

Overnight Presence

This is a live-in position.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with morning and bedtime routines, including washing, grooming, and personal hygiene
• Provide shower assistance at least three times weekly, and more often if required
• Provide full assistance with bathing, dressing, continence care, and toileting
• Ensure prescribed medications is taken, including insulin injections, as directed
• Monitor overall health, hydration, and well-being
• Prepare and assist with nutritious meals and snacks throughout the day (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
• Encourage safe mobility, light exercise, and fall prevention
• Accompany the client to medical, physiotherapy, and social appointments
• Perform light housekeeping, laundry, and help maintain a clean and safe living environment
• Assist with grocery shopping and household supplies (in-person or online)
• Provide companionship, conversation, reassurance, and emotional support to enhance quality of life

Requirements

• Previous experience caring for seniors with dementia, preferably in a live-in role
• Health Care Aide or care giving training/certification is an asset
• Demonstrated experience administering medications and insulin
• Strong command of the English language, communication skills, patience, empathy, and reliability
• Ability to commit to a live-in arrangement in the employer’s home
• Valid driver’s license is an asset

Accommodation & Benefits

• Private, furnished bedroom provided
• Full access to kitchen, internet, and utilities
• Meals provided while on duty

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

This position is open to all QUALIFIED applicants. Canadians and permanent residents are strongly encouraged to apply.

We are committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion and welcome applications from Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, newcomers to Canada, and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community.

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Posted 2026-01-26