Danika M.

I became a cna in 1997 and continued my desired position for 12 yrs ranging from convalescent homes to Lindsay and Sierra hospitals then my last employer was private in home that's where I realized I was my happiest, the friendship and bond you create is so much more then just helping someone out and going on your way, I bonded and made a friend along the way which was good for all parties involved. I have been a stay at home mom and wife for the past 2-3 yrs now since I lost my friend due to the battle but I am eager to help another in need and possibly make a new friend.

After my experiences through a university housing assistance position, I find myself the type of person that takes pride in helping and assisting people. I like being able to have people feel that they are in a loving environment and that they have a friend. Having people feel that they belong or are cared for is a personal goal that I try to achieve wherever I go. It is a never ending goal and with that in mind, I am willing to do whatever I can to help people in any way that I can. My father has suffered from two strokes roughly 6 years ago, it was a difficult time. I did however learned a lot from it, I know the fears and difficulties of needing a caregiver and that is something that I want to be able to assist in. I have helped my father in meal preparations, medication reminders and preparations, Exercise, assisting him with the restroom and shower, and speech practice. My little brother has a series of mental disabilities, causing him to need constant supervision as well. I learned how to remain calm in crisis situations when he had episodes and when he reacted negatively to medications and to foods.