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Weekend Care Companion - Sudbury Massachusetts
Company: Seniors Helping Seniors of Greater Boston and Metr Location: Sudbury, Massachusetts
Posted On: 05/05/2024
Spring into Action as a Weekend Care Companion! As the season blossoms with new beginnings, we're extending an invitation to kind-hearted souls to join our team as Weekend Care Companions. At Seniors Helping Seniors of Greater Boston & Metrowest, we're cultivating a garden of care and companionship, and we invite you to join us on this uplifting journey! Ready to bloom with us? Apply today and let's sow the seeds of kindness together! Responsibilities: As a Weekend Care Companion, your primary responsibilities will include: - Companionship & Promoting Independence: Provide friendly companionship through engaging conversations, shared activities, and a genuine presence to alleviate feelings of loneliness or isolation. Also, encourage and support seniors in maintaining their independence, respecting their preferences and abilities.
- Emotional Support: Offer empathetic and understanding support, lending a listening ear to seniors who may benefit from sharing their thoughts and experiences.
- Activity Planning: Collaborate with seniors to plan and participate in activities that align with their interests, promoting mental and emotional well-being.
- Assistance with Daily Living: Provide non-medical assistance with activities of daily living, such as light housekeeping, meal preparation, and organization.
- Transportation: Assist with transportation to appointments, social events, and errands, ensuring seniors remain connected to their community.
- Medication Reminders: Provide gentle reminders for medications, helping seniors adhere to their prescribed schedules. Minimum Requirements:
- Ability to pass a background check and the completion of reference checks.
- Older adult with 45+ years of life experience
- Valid driver's license and reliable insured motor vehicle
- 6 - 8 hours (minimum) weekend availability
- Personal cell phone
- Private email account and ability to send/receive emails
- Conversational English fluency
- Live centrally in our Greater Boston/Metrowest service area with accessibility to multiple client locations such as: Arlington, Boston, Brighton, Brookline, Cambridge, Dedham, Framingham, Hudson, Jamaica Plain, Lexington, Medford, Needham, Natick Newton, Sudbury, Waltham, Watertown, Wayland, Weston Desired Qualities:
- Radiate genuine enthusiasm for illuminating the lives of seniors.
- Weave a tapestry of exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
- Foster empathy and understanding for the unique needs of our elderly companions.
- Ability to maintain a positive and patient demeanor.
- Dependable and ethical, with a commitment to confidentiality. Perks:
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