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There’s an escalating approach to the level of additional care that you can consider. I’m not sure what’s available in your country/area, but you can find in-home caregivers that can come as many times per week as you wish, either to augment what you’re doing or just to give you a break. You could probably use a hand around the house as well since more of your family’s time will be spent caring rather than cooking or cleaning.
Similarly there are care facilities which are better equipped, and those also have a number of different levels of care available. They range from independent living to full time care.
Socialization is really important and it should be considered. If your great grandfather has friends or a support network outside of family, he should be encouraged to keep in touch with them. If he’s in a state of decline where that’s not feasible, then you might want to start considering a facility because that’s getting into the border of what someone can take care of on their own.
Also, just as an observation, “great grandfather” staying with you seems to be skipping multiple levels of care unless you already live in a multigenerational household.