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Maria M.

Maria M.

$15.00 / hr

Minneapolis, MN

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About Maria

I became a care giver about 12 years ago when I started working on weekends for a 92 years old in Riverside, CT. Since then I have learned and understand how much life change when we grow old. That is why I said that compassion, patience and respect are very important qualities to perform this job. I love to work with the elderly because it is a great school that will help to an individual to be a better person by taking conscience of human being needs during the difficult transition in life when an older adult Lose Their Independence. My biggest satisfaction doing this type of work is making them happy; keeping them busy by telling me stories when they were young, playing games that they enjoy and helping them to feel active and still helpful by asking questions or suggestions while we interacting running errands or taking rides around areas familiar to them. Even more rewarding is when you gain their love and respect of the family. I have worked with three different families in the state of Connecticut for five years with each of them until the patients passed away . So, reference are available. I am 54 years old originally from Barranquilla, Colombia. US Citizen living in America 25 years now. I possess formal education and worked 14 years for a Global Distributor Company of Polymers as an Export Coordinator in Wilton, CT. Relocated to Miami, FL year ago.

Caregiving Services & Expertise

Services

  • Bathing
  • Dressing & Grooming
  • Medication Reminders
  • Meal Prep
  • Groceries & Shopping
  • Transportation
  • Housekeeping
  • Companionship

Job Interests

  • Full 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
  • Diabetes
  • Senior Care
  • Elder Care
  • Home Care

Languages

  • English
  • Spanish

Experience & Education

Caregiver

Mar 1915 - May 2016
Emma Armstrong
Live in five days a week providing care to Mrs. Armstrong who is a resident at Meadowview assisted living in Mount Vernon, NY. I helped her on a daily basis with bathing and washing, dressing and serving breakfast. Light housekeeping as well. My main responsibility was to provide support and guidance to the resident (who suffers from dementia); walking her to the dinning room for meals. I encouraged Mrs. Armstrong to participate in social events taking place in the facility. I would take her for walks and car rides, shopping and to her Dr.'s appointments. I interacted with her constantly having conversations, reading to her or just keeping her company while watching TV. In general, providing assistance with daily living activities using my best of patience, compassion and effective communication skills.
Mar 1915 - May 2016

Universidad Autonoma del Caribe

Jan 1979 - Nov 1984
Jan 1979 - Nov 1984
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