I started looking around for a very small micro community for my mom. I came across private homes (6 packs) for rent. You can rent a shared room or a private (more expensive). There are usually 6 residents and 2 caretakers around the clock. They give medicine, make 3 meals, play music, tv, clean and dress your loved one. You may visit almost anytime, take mom out for lunch, outings, weekend, when you want. Mom's place seems to have 2 houses under their LLC, so the caretakes switch off between them once in awhile. Aunts place, they always have the same two people, except on their days off. They are very kind. I go unannounced a few times a week. Sometimes I stay awhile. Last week, I needed a break and fell asleep on the couch next to aunt. I think I was out for an hour. Woke up when they started bringing everyone to the table for dinner. They offered to feed me too...
Question, are the same 2 Caregivers on call 24 hours, or are there 4 to 6 Caregivers on 8-hour or 12-hour shifts? That seems like a lot of work for the Caregivers getting everyone up plus making breakfast, lunch, dinner, and also be the cruise director. Is someone else employed to clean and do laundry?