In 2003 I started taking care of my grandmother in her home I remember when I got the phone call from my sister regarding are grandmother I wasn't prepared but I knew she needed us.I moved in with her I help my grandmother with dressing and getting ready for bed,also help her with showers making her bed cleaning and some what cooking im not the best at it but I tried I went with her to her doctors appointments we went On a dail ride for senior everyday was a different experience sometimes a challenge my grandmother was't a easy person to get along with or live with she had her moments of being bossy very moody I learned that you have to alot of patience and a loving heart you have to give 200% and caring for them .
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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