A live-in caregiver can result in that person being exploited. The expectation seems to be they are working 40 hrs and on-call/on duty the rest of the day/night, 24/7. This is unwise, unethical and unrealistic. A single caregiver can burnout if they don't have normal work hours, days off and sick day subs.
You should find at least 2 people (and not live-ins) due to the complexities of them living there (it can become their legal residence) plus employment laws (it makes you an employer even with a written contract) plus liability insurance issues (which you will need to increase to protect yourself).
Is the patient not going to rehab? That's the usual thing after surgery.
You should find at least 2 people (and not live-ins) due to the complexities of them living there (it can become their legal residence) plus employment laws (it makes you an employer even with a written contract) plus liability insurance issues (which you will need to increase to protect yourself).