Dementia Caregivers in Underwood - 8 caregivers found

My kids are in college or have graduated college. I have spent most of my life taking care of elderly and my family. I went to PSU and later transferred to Bassist design. I should have gone into nursing, I have always had compassion for people and people in need of assistance. Before I got married, I lived with an elderly couple in Lake Oswego, that happened to be my Great Uncle Clarence and Great Aunt Ada whom needed assistance with cooking, cleaning, shopping and transferring. Aunt Ada had a stroke, so I was there for support with transfers, standby showers and pretty much anything she might need- Medication reminders , help painting her fingernails and helping her with her hair. I met my husband at PSU, we got married and had 5 amazing kids. I have spent my life during marriage raising our kids and taking care of my mother whom had a stroke at 65 and was in an assisted care home. I would go 3-4 times a week and help her with her occupational and physical therapy exercises, as well as taking her shopping and helping her with what she needed. My mom passed away almost 2 years ago Jan. The last 5 years I tag teamed with my Nana who was in her 90's and helped her with everything she needed. Trips to the store, cleaning, grocery shopping, cooking , doctors appointments etc. My Nana lived to be almost 104. Her last few years of her life she had dementia, which I learned so much about during those years. How you join "their world"and don't argue something, you know, to not be true, unless it's harmful to them. It's a very trying time having your loved one slip away into "their land"and they might seem like they do not know who you are, it's really much harder on the family than the patient. I look forward to helping your loved one thru patience, compassion, understanding, helping them with all their needs, giving them the feeling of independence in their own home.

Hello. I believe that every person that I work with is an opportunity to change a life. In a world so full of hate and confusion, I want to show love and compassion. I believe in serving with dignity, respect and patients. I listen to my clients and try to work with them in a way that they see fit. I make sure to customize my care for each individual. I look forward to serving you and your loved one.

I love being a caregiver. I have a special place in my heart for the elderly, they have experienced so much in their lives and are so full of wisdom. I can only imagine how frustrating it would be not being able to do the things I have always done. I have been a certified caregiver for a year and have many years of care-giving for a dear friend of mine. I have been a Hospice Volunteer since 2011. I am moving to Dufur Oregon on May 1st. Thank you

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I found myself attracted to caregiving because I love being around geriatrics, there is always a new story to be told and I love listening to everyone's stories. I am kind and compassionate. I love taking care of people from babies to 100+ there is never a dull moment and I love to help others.

I enjoy caregiving it is very rewarding . I have worked both. In centers and I'm home . I enjoy every aspects of arriving. I even enjoy the challenging times..

I have been care giving since I was 18 i am now 41 .I have done everything from feeding to j tubes feeding tubes showers medication meal prep house keeping personal shopping brushing teeth attend changing dressing changes toileting all types of personal care dressing .

I have seven years experience I enjoy helping people I am very friendly and caring