Mom is 93 with Alzheimer’s. We interviewed an aide and think she can take care of mom. She’s been an aide for 15 years (from Philippines). She is a widow and would live in.
I am however concerned about the caregivers age and health (I don’t know if she’s healthy or not). She is obese. If it weren’t for these two things I’d be okay with her. What is your opinion? Any experience with aides this age?
If she agrees, and she's a good fit for Mom, win/win.
What say ye?
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Some person's accent and command of the English language is superb. Having said that... some are not.
Very important that they understand each other so well for better outcomes.
(So much to worry about, I'm overwhelmed). I am a trained and certified professional interpreter, medical setting..... seen so many near errors due to language barriers. One word, one misunderstanding..... chaos. Tread carefully... think and exercise caution......... Hugs, M88
To follow up, we subsequently interviewed and chose a different aide who is also Filipino, age 66, normal size and appears fit and active. She will stay 4 days and a second aide will stay 3 days. Had we not met her our plan was to hire the 69 year old but I found myself going in a circle and talking myself into it each time instead of just feeling comfortable with the decision.
Its only been been two days but I am really pleased how my mother quickly accepted having a live in caregiver. With Alzheimer’s it is relatively useless to include her in any advanced planning so I wasn’t sure how it would go.