Terrence Y.
$28.00 / hr
Portland, OR
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I'm most definitely a "glass is half FULL" guy. My key words are "simplicity," "balance," and "truth." I'm cool vs. hot; chill vs. hyper; sensitive vs. stoic; doer vs. couch potato. I've worked in theatre/performing for about 8 years in Los Angeles. I left show biz and went into marketing. My career was in event marketing. But after many burn out years working in the corporate world I am looking for work that is meaningful and productive, but without the capitalistic stress. I became interested in care giving after taking care of my mom for about 7 years when she came down with congestive heart failure. She lived in my home and I saw the challenges she faced as she grew weaker (just organically) and the many challenges she faced with the health care industry. I wished I could have done more... Eventually she was living in SF Bay Area while I was in Portland, flying down every few weeks to care for her. I know there's a real need for senior assistance. I think it's important to be available to someone. The main thing is to embrace the needs of a senior person, to welcome their need for assistance, and to truly show compassion, empathy, but most importantly respect . What gives me satisfaction is something really selfish actually - and it the feeling like I did my best to make my mentee to feel good and just like normal person. I love being able to care for another person but not show that I'm trying. It's my goal to make others feel welcomed, respected, and as simple (or sophisticated) as anyone else. I'm proud of my volunteer work I did for SOLVE, picking up trash in different Portland neighborhoods and Stumptown Stage Company, where I have participated in painting of every set for the last two years. I am proud that I made time to take care of my mom in her last 3 years. I'm proud of was landing my dream job - international events manager for a manufacturing company; earning my SAG and Actors Equity Memberships.
Caregiving Services & Expertise
Services
- Dressing & Grooming
- Medication Reminders
- Meal Prep
- Groceries & Shopping
- Transferring & Mobility
- Exercise
- Transportation
- Housekeeping
- Companionship
Job Interests
- Part Time
- Short Term
- Weekend Live-In
- Holiday Shifts
Caregivers that work non-full-time jobs or irregular shifts can negotiate extra compensation in addition to their standard hourly wage.
Skills & Expertise
- Home Health Care
- Senior Care
- Elder Care
- Home Care
Languages
- English
Experience & Education
Event Strategist
Events
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