I became a caregiver because when I was younger my grandmother had taken ill and she had an aid that would take care of her seeing the way she cared for her was so profound to me. She not only helped her but help us as a family. I knew this was what I wanted to do. Had other jobs through the years but have come to realize that being a caregiver is what I am meant to do. I love being a caregiver because I am able to help someone have a better quality of life by supporting motivating, and encouraging all with care and compassion. A personal achievement that I am proud of is I had a client who had at l east 8 companions in a month they all left because she was tough as they would say. I was given this assignment and yes she was tough but I was able to help her realize that I was there to help her it took a while but once she realized that I was going to be there and had here best interest at heart things got much better. I was with her for 2 and half years. I feel I am a great caregiver because I am very passionate about what I do. ... more