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Ideal CandidateYou’re someone who sees caregiving as a calling—not just a job. You’re patient, creative, and know how to gently encourage participation in daily life. You understand the nuances of memory and cognitive disease and can adapt to changing moods with grace and empathyWe are seeking a compassionate, skilled, and engaging Cognitive Care Companion to help the family support a vibrant and active woman living with advanced Alzheimer’s. This is a dynamic, relationship-centered role that goes beyond basic caregiving—it's about creating meaningful moments, fostering trust, and enhancing quality of life through personalized attention and thoughtful planning.Mandatory to apply: Candidates with advanced training, and/or LPN or RN license or other significant professional education and experience focused on daily cognitive support for dementia clients. This person will be an extension of the family, providing daytime support for the client (between 4-6 days per week, 12 hour days). Complete references and background checks will be required. Carefully read the Qualifications section on the bottom as only candidates who meet all these qualifications will be considered.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide daily companionship and cognitive stimulation through books, activities, and conversationMaintain a calendar of personal appointments such as dentist, doctor, hair dresser, etc. Able to converse with medical professionals on client/family's behalf.Drive the client daily, for several hours, in your vehicle to local activities (lunches, movies, shopping, performing arts, etc.). You are responsible for building this calendar of engaging activitiesRemain calm and confident during emotional or behavioral episodes, using proven techniques to de-escalate and comfortMaintain a tidy and organized living space, including light cleaning and room upkeepAccompany the client on family vacations, including overnight stays in a separate room with the client to ensure safety and comfortAble to research, independently, all sorts of things to support the client/family in our dementia care journeyQualificationsMinimum 7+ years experience with Alzheimer’s or dementia care clientsTraining in behavioral management and de-escalation techniques4 year college degree in a related health fieldValid driver’s license and clean driving recordMust hold a valid passportWillingness to travel outside of Florida and stay overnight multiple times per yearStrong interpersonal skills and ability to build trust with reluctant individualsMust be a self starter, able to organize and manage things without constant directionHighly organized, proactive, and emotionally resilientEnglish fluency: reading and writing professional documentsHigh level of competency with technology (smart phones, ipads, navigating through streaming Apps (such as Disney+, Netflix, etc.)

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