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Dana W.

Dana W.

$15.00 / hr

Chicago, IL

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About Dana

I became a caregiver because I like and respect my elders. I like helping people and interacting with them. I have my Bachelor's degree in Art. I am from Vermont and I have a dog and a cat. I like to watch movies and read.

Caregiving Services & Expertise

Services

  • Bathing
  • Dressing & Grooming
  • Toileting
  • Medication Reminders
  • Meal Prep
  • Groceries & Shopping
  • Transferring & Mobility
  • Housekeeping
  • Companionship

Job Interests

  • Full Time
  • Part Time

Caregivers that work non-full-time jobs or irregular shifts can negotiate extra compensation in addition to their standard hourly wage.

Skills & Expertise

  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Cardiovascular Disorders
  • Diabetes
  • Gastrointestinal Disorders
  • Hospice Care
  • Multiple Sclerosis
  • Neurological Disorders
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Post Surgery Recovery
  • Renal and Urological Disorders
  • Respiratory Disorders
  • Skin Disorders
  • Stroke
  • Senior Care
  • Elder Care
  • Home Care

Languages

  • English

Experience & Education

Caregiver

Dec 2012 - May 2014
Right at Home Senior Care
At home care and companionship for dementia patients. Cna duties.
Dec 2012 - May 2014

Activity aide

Aug 2011 - Aug 2012
Alden Lincoln Park
Activity aide for dementia unit. Would read, sing, play games, ect with the patients.
Aug 2011 - Aug 2012

Caregiver

May 2010 - Nov 2010
Home and hearth caregivers
At home care and companionship. Cna duties.
May 2010 - Nov 2010

Care associate

Mar 2009 - Apr 2010
The arbors
Worked with dementia patients at a private nursing home. Did cna job duties.
Mar 2009 - Apr 2010

Caregiver

Feb 2010 - Apr 2010
Sisters of Mercy
Cared for elder nuns at convent. Cna duties.
Feb 2010 - Apr 2010

Columbia College Chicago

Aug 2003 - May 2007
Aug 2003 - May 2007
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