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Urgent Hiring: In‑Home Dementia Care Support- Portage, MI 49002

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Location: Portage, MI 49002
Start Date: ASAP
Helper Rate: $$16.66 per hour

We are seeking a dedicated and patient helper to support a female client in her 70s in the early stages of dementia. She can be resistant at times, so the ideal caregiver will be skilled in gentle encouragement and motivation while maintaining a calm, supportive approach.

Care Responsibilities

  • Assist with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) (bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting)
  • Provide routine structure and daily guidance
  • Offer motivation and redirection when needed
  • Ensure safety and supervision throughout the day
  • Provide companionship and emotional support
Schedule
  • Monday – Friday
  • 6:30 AM – 5:30 PM (Full-day shifts)

Ideal Candidate

  • Experience with early-stage dementia care
  • Patient, calm, and skilled in redirection techniques
  • Reliable and able to commit to full-day weekday shifts
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to encourage independence while ensuring safety

This role is ideal for a helper who understands how to balance independence with support, using positive reinforcement and patience to help the client stay engaged and on routine.

Hiring info:

We’re looking for private helpers/ caregivers for clients on Herewith, a free online platform that makes getting hired and paid as a private caregiver fast and easy. Here’s what we provide:
✔️ Free background checks for all applicants
✔️ A professional helper profile to apply for jobs easily
✔️ Real-time job notifications for opportunities in your area
✔️ Convenient mobile app (Helper: Jobs on Herewith) to manage your clients, hours, and payments

Once your Herewith helpers profile is set up, you’ll receive instant notifications for new job postings and have the flexibility to apply with just one tap. 

Get started today and make a meaningful impact in your community!

Learn more about Herewith at https://herewith.com/helpers.

 

 

Company at a glance

Herewith Inc. puts everyday help in the hands of families across the US with our platform dedicated to making in-home senior care accessible to everyone. Combining a user-friendly digital platform with a custom booking experience, Herewith simplifies the process of finding in-home help, reducing stress, closing gaps in care, and ensuring families only pay for the services they need.

A fresh alternative to traditional care agencies with their strict minimums and little control, Herewith connects older adults and their families with flexible, affordable, high quality support while creating meaningful job opportunities for local caregivers as Helpers. Founded in San Francisco in 2018, Herewith has expanded its offerings to partner with employers, senior living communities, and healthcare providers, to reshape the way families and communities approach in-home care.

Founded2018
Team Size51-200 employees
WorkspaceOn-site
IndustryHome Health Care Services
Location
Portage, Michigan, United States
Websiteherewith.com
LinkedInLinkedIn

Top Benefits

  • Free Background Checks
  • Professional Helper Profile
  • Real-time Job Notifications
  • Mobile App for Management

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