Alzheimer's Disease Caregivers in Lincoln County - 9 caregivers found

I am a happy, caring person who finds spending time with the elderly is so rewarding for both myself, and the client alone. I have physical limitations that keep me from some duties, but I do what I can quickly, efficiently, and with compassion.

My grandmother was on hospice when I was a young girl. I saw how grateful my grandmother was and how much her caregiver touched my Grandmother's life. Ever since I wanted to make a difference and touch the lives of others. I have been a CNA for three years now, and I take pride in taking care of others. I want to make a difference in the life of every patient that I see . I not only want to be there for the patient but for their family too.

I am native to the Willamette valley and have spent the last 7 years practicing in the wellness field. I have worked in a variety of care giving positions and have been drawn to working with seniors at various times. I appreciate being helpful to elders and assisting them with activities of daily living in a productive and charismatic way. I spent a great deal of my childhood cleaning and working within all types of offices which has given me tons of mobility and familiarity- especially throughout Benton County. I am someone who is passionate about keeping our seniors out and about! Specific Achievements and References can be found on my formal resume --

I worked in the food service for 35 yrs needed to find something different. A friend needed someone to look after her husband after a car accsident worked for him for 2yrs then applied to the state of wa. & became a caregiver for the copes program I have worked for them for 7yrs. The wife &I are moving to toledo,or. in september & need to find work.& I like to work with the elderly.

Hi there! I'm Tara and I've been a care giver for 5 years. I am a team player, compassionate, always learning, and love helping others. Compassion is the most important quality when it comes to caring for others. I specialize in Senior care and have 2 years experience with Alzheimer's and Dementia. I've handled medications, ADL's, housekeeping, and strive to create relationships with my clients/family. I got my CNA (expired) when I was 17 in order to begin caring for others and start my experience with the medical field. I hope to finish my Masters in Health Administration at PSU. I enjoy cultivating relationships and improving the quality of life of my clients. I am most proud of participating on a discussion panel for The Oregonian on Memory Care. We discussed better ways to support our seniors and the caregivers/support roles we need.

What makes me a great caregiver is I'm very happy to see each and everyone of my clients everyday. All of them always say I have a smile that lights up the room they are in. What attracted me to care giving is when my grandfather started to decline and we had to help him a lot. The thing I enjoy most about caregiving is being someone they rely on and sometimes the only listening ear they still have.

I love helping people. I am very compassionate and patient. I have a passion for the elderly and think they should be treated with dignity and respect. I love to listen to stories of days gone by and learn from their experience. Not only do I feel I can enrich these peoples lives, I feel I am enriched as well. I initially went int the field of Medical Assisting in order to make a difference in the lives of our older population. As a child of seven I started doing volunteer work with my grandmother at nursing homes. This has continued throughout my lifetime. As a young mother I took my babies to visit the patient/residents of nursing homes that did not get visitors. While I was earning my degree I worked at an assisted living at night. I especially enjoyed being in the dementia unit. After I completed my degree I moved to Lincoln City to be near my mother who is not in good health. She has a caregiver and I am here as her daughter. I do help out to give my father and her caregiver a break.

The reason I became a caregiver is to provide a service to individuals and families which they are no longer able to perform for themselves . With my comprehensive knowledge of health and safety and nutrition and housekeeping, I believe I would be an integral part of the wellness of those individuals whom I would be in their employ. Over the years I have volunteered for many community activities and causes. It has always been very important for me to give back to the communities that I reside in and create bonds and relationships with those whom I consider my neighbors. Many people think I have a sunny and cheery disposition and have often been called "Sunshine" for my happy demeanor.

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