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In most cases it will require some 'schooling and certification'. It may not be easy, but the rewards are immeasurable. Another thing is POA, should be in place. If you are the, or they (POA) accept the fact, you can be paid from assets available to your father. You will have to count that as 'income' at tax time.
The caregiver used for Mother resides in the same complex, which is in another state from where any of us reside, receives a monthly check from Mother's assets, for which the family is thankful. If we were able to relocate Mother to any of the three states in which we -the adult children reside- then payment for being the caregiver would be afforded to that family member.
Having given a 'thumbnail' of what Mother is 'unable.....cannot' do is fine, HOWEVER, location and assets (not monies, keep that to yourself) need to be mentioned, if more then very general information is being sought out.
No disrespect intended, which is hopefully understood. The more input given usually reaps better results.
Have the 'headers' on this site been used? If not, suggest trying those also.