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@Louise unfortunately I'm just her private carer so no company involved - makes it abit harder as it's either I carry on or just loose out as can't start my maternity leave yet x
Aw bless you. Yeah that definitely does make it a bit more tricky. Is the lady planning on taking someone else on to cover you whilst you’re on maternity leave? If so, maybe it’s worth asking if she’s willing to take someone on slightly sooner - that way the new carer can assist / shadow you (therefore taking a little bit of the physical side off you, whilst also building a relationship with your lady with you still present. May also help with the transition between you and your cover as you’ll be there to pass on all your knowledge etc regarding your ladies care which will make your lady feel more comfortable and the new carer feel more confident). Also means you can carry on a while longer xxx
@Louise that's definitely a good idea, thank you
Might be worth speaking to your employer and asking for a risk assessment for yourself and your lady. I know in settings I’ve worked in in the past rolling is a 2:1 requirement in moving and handling. If this is the case then you could be the second person that assists the roll - making it both easier for you and safer for your lady. If 2:1 isn’t possible, then a slide mat / sheet may be a possibility but again would need risk assessing and agreeing to by an OT / GP / other professional that’s involved in her care. Either way, priority needs to be keeping yourself and the lady safe - you don’t want to be liable if there’s an accident / injury with your lady, nor is a job worth putting you and baby at risk. Is it possible to change to another client that has more mobility? I know it’s not ideal as you build relationships but just thinking of options for you x