I was employed as a personal assistant/caregiver for 2 years by a woman with polio. I assisted with her by doing tasks such as cooking numerous recipes, gardening, cleaning as well clerical work. Additionally, I helped her with art classes she conducted around the area. These classes involved instructed children and adults who were physically or mentally challenged. I learned how to instruct them in making the art project as well as talked with them about themselves and their attendants on how best to help them. Often, I was sent out alone to conduct these classes when my employer was unable to attend. After that job, I used these skills to care for my mother, who had Parkinson's disease and the resulting mental problems, and later my father, after he had heart surgery. As with my previous job, I do cooking, cleaning, laundry and anything else they may need.
Caregivers that work non-full-time jobs or irregular shifts can negotiate extra compensation in addition to their standard hourly wage.
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