Diabetes Caregivers in Memphis - 423 caregivers found

Compassion and empathy are my greatest attributes. I have cared for my clients post a massive stroke which included diaper changes, washing, Hoyer Lift, feeding, medication management, advocate for there care, navigating Medicare/Medicaid and SSI/SSD, house cleaning, food shopping, etc. I understand paralysis, stroke, speech impediment, palliative and hospice care, oxygen dependent, chronic aspiration and feeding tube, to name a few examples. I assisted for several years with respite care. My clients have needed assistance with insulin dependent (medication management), had Alzheimer's/Dementia and could no longer speak and was also bed bound. Should you/your loved one require care after an operation, I have experience with this as well. I have worked in the medical field for almost two decades in radiology offices and as a licensed massage therapist providing therapy for Multiple Sclerosis, Sickle Cell Anemia, Edema, Fibromyalgia, chronic headaches, Sciatica to name a few. Life has directed me, as a calling would a religious leader, to caregiving. The role I wish to take during my waking hours is to care for those who have difficulties in being 100% independent. Empathy is in my "job description" and my "resume." The Enneagram and Myers-Briggs personality outcome-I am a caregiver and advocate (INFJ). Caring for another human is what I believe all humans were put here to do; to help each other through this journey in whatever gifts we have to offer. I enjoy others company and have a sense of true purpose by providing someone a sense of freedom in assisting them, encouraging confidence and an overall easier time of the human experience. Aside from helping other humans, I have rescued over two-hundred dogs and counting. Currently I volunteer my time with the Humane Society. I enjoy cooking and watching others enjoy my flavorful dishes.

I give my patients the best care I can give. I treat my patients like my family, and they become my family. I always go over and beyond for my patients. My grandfather had cancer, and we took him in when I 13 years old. I helped take care of him, and knew that's what God put me here on earth to do! I am so proud that I am a great mom.

I've been in the healthcare field since 2008 being an Certified Nursing Assistant. I have experience in schizophrenia, Alzheimer's, sleeping disorders, eating disorders ect. I take care of my clients like there my parents and how I would expect someone to take care of my parents.

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I feel my high level of compassion with a gentle approach makes me a great companion. My attentiveness to balance the needs of my patient and their loved ones with trust and dependability helps with patients physical changes.

I am a experienced caregiver with a tremendous amount of heart and faith in always doing the right thing. I am dependable and honest to a fault. My experience covers a lifetime of caring for individuals in ALFs, hospitals, residential as well as supervising others in the field. Currently, I am a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in the state of Florida. My degrees include: Graduate Certificate in Gerontology from the University of South Florida (USF), B.A. in Business Administration and a B.S.W. (Social Work). In the past, I had studied Nursing at Hillsborough Community College (HCC). I am fully capable taking a B/P manually or electronically, Hoyer lift, as well as the usual TPR and weights. I have volunteered with Life Path Hospice from fall 2007 - fall of 2010. -- Currently, I am learning German, Finnish, Italian, Indonesian and know basic Spanish. Also, I have had studied basic Korean, French, Norwegian and Swedish languages for the pure joy of learning. If needed, I can work full-time short term (negotiable), live-in a few days a week, daytime or overnight and have had my second COVID vaccine.

I have 20 years' experience as a licensed Massage Therapist. Most of my clientele were Seniors over age 70. We connected not only because I understood their physical needs but also, I showed compassion, trust and care for their individual needs. Our Senior population is growing and they are living longer, as well. I believe they should live independently as long as possible. The services I can offer to keep your loved one in a comfortable, familiar environment include: being attentive to their needs, supportive with the achievements they can do, not what they can't, and helpful in any way possible. I enjoy the company of Seniors and love to hear their stories. I am a people-person with great communication skills. When I leave for the day, I hope that I depart knowing my client is better in heart, mind and body than when I arrived. I am retired from 4 very different jobs over my lifetime. Nothing gave me more experience and Joy than being a mother to 3 daughters. I've been active in raising grandchildren. This has taught me patience, loyalty, forgiveness and loving kindness.

I HAVE BEEN A CNA FOR OVER 15 YEARS. I LOVE TO HELP PEOPLE AND TO PUT A SMILE ON THEIR FACE AT THE SAME TIME.I HAVE WORKED WITH ALZHEIMERS RESIDENTS FOR OVER 10 YEARS.THROUGH OUT MY TIME BEING A CAREGIVER I HAVE HAD MANY EMPLOYEES AND FAMILY MEMBERS TELL ME THAT IM A GREAT ,HARD WORKING ,CARING PERSON.I ALWAYS WANTED TO BECOME A NURSE BUT, DECIDED NOT TO. BEING A NURSE YOU DO ALOT OF PAPER WORK.I LOVE THE HANDS ON CARE AND GETTING TO KNOW THE PATIENTS.I FEEL THAT I AM RESPONSIBLE, AND WILL GO ABOVE AND BEYOND TO GET THE JOB DONE.

I am a (PHV)Professional Healthcare Veteran with over 10 years of In-home and Facility care experience. I take pride in providing my expertise skills and training to those I serve, with respect, compassion, excellence and integrity. What I enjoy most about being a caregiver is being able to provide a Safe, Calm and Clean environment all while providing excellent care.

Whit +30 years in the Health care field. I still feel that here is where I belong. If you looking for a dependable and passionate person, that's me.