Andrea R.

I grew up helping seniors I knew and have always loved doing so. I love being needed and feeling like I am making their life better, happier, healthier. I am an empathic soul and have compassion for people hurting or needing help. As I know, illness and aging is apart of life, if I can help to bring a caring, and comforting helping hand, I feel I'm doing something that is meaningfull.That brings me joy. I know GOD is using me in a beautiful way. I do my best to follow instructions given and make sure my clients needs are met. I stay focused on the job I'm doing. I'm adaptable . I am respectful and have taken classes that make me a better caregiver on how to manage people with dementia. I am a certified/licensed caregiver with the State of California and have had a background check which is required for your protection by the State. I have taken continuing education classes. 5 This year that were CNA related training and passed them. My personal achievements that I am proud of are my certifications within and around natural holistic modalities as Reiki, acuppressure ,aromatherapy,quantum frequency healing and behavioral health/ depression /panic attacks.

I have 29+ years of experience working with senior and disabled adults. I'm a very caring and loving caregiver. It is my passion to help those that have a difficult time or can no longer do some things for themselves be able feel as in control and independent as possible. All my previous clients and their families have always gave me high praise for being so caring, patient, efficient and punctual. I really love what I get to do and my experience is extensive. I have assisted patients with multiple chronic diagnoses including congestive heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, high blood pressure, diabetes, memory loss, dementia, Alzheimer, Parkinson, myoclonus, anxiety, depression, COPD and asthma. Assisted with showering, grooming, dressing, exercise and other ADLs. I have knowledge with the use and assembling of respiratory equipment and 24-hour oxygen usage. Prepared and organized patients medications. Tested glucose and administered injections. Assisted with adequate nutrition and fluid intake. Planned, prepared and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets. Bowel care and incontinence. Provide transportation, assistance and companionship to clients. Cleaned and organized patients living quarters. Performed household tasks such as light housecleaning, laundry, dusting, washing dishes, vacuuming, shopping and running errands.