Services Tailored to Individual Needs
My approach to care is highly personalized, recognizing that each person has unique needs, preferences, and stories. These services can be provided individually or combined to create a comprehensive care plan.
Respite Care
Family caregivers need and deserve breaks to recharge. I provide reliable, consistent respite care, maintaining familiar routines while giving family members peace of mind during their time away.
- Scheduled regular respite sessions
- Occasional or emergency coverage
- Maintenance of familiar routines
- Detailed feedback for family upon return
- Available for daytime respite. *Enquire about overnight
"Being able to attend my daughter's wedding without worry was such a gift. Michaela kept everything running smoothly, and her detailed notes about their day together gave me complete peace of mind."
Engaging Activities
Drawing on my 5 years as an activities coordinator, I create meaningful engagement opportunities tailored to individual interests, abilities, and past hobbies. These activities promote cognitive stimulation, emotional wellbeing, and joy.
- Community outings and social engagement
- Technology assistance (video calls with family, etc.)
- Cognitive stimulation games and puzzles
- Gentle physical activities adapted to ability
- Creative projects (art, music, gardening)
"Michaela took the time to discover mom's past interests and has incorporated elements of her love for gardening and music into their activities. These moments of engagement have brought back a spark we hadn't seen in years."
Personal Care
I provide dignified assistance with personal care, always respecting preferences, privacy, and independence. My approach focuses on enabling rather than doing for, helping to maintain dignity and autonomy.
- Dressing and grooming support
- Toileting assistance
- Mobility assistance and transfer support
- Medication reminders
"Michaela approaches personal care with such respect and sensitivity. My father never feels embarrassed or rushed, and she always prioritizes his preferences."
Companionship
Meaningful companionship goes beyond simply being present—it's about creating genuine connection through conversation, shared interests, and engaging activities.
- Engaging conversation and active listening
- Making it easier to engage in social events and appointments
- Assistance with letter writing and communication
- Sharing meals and mealtime conversation
- Reminiscence activities and life story work
"The consistent companionship and meaningful conversation Michaela provides has made such a difference in my mother's wellbeing. She looks forward to their time together every week."
Light Household Support
A clean, organized living environment contributes significantly to wellbeing. I provide light household assistance to help maintain a comfortable, safe home environment.
- Meal preparation and planning
- Light cleaning and tidying
- Laundry and linen changing
- Grocery shopping and errands
- Medication pickup and organization
"Having fresh, home-cooked meals and a tidy living space has made such a difference for my uncle. Michaela even remembers his favorite recipes and adapts them for his dietary needs."
Creating a Personalized Leisure Care Plan
Every care relationship begins with a comprehensive consultation to understand needs, preferences, routines, and goals. From there, we'll create a personalized leisure care plan that can be adjusted as needs change over time.
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