SALEEMA SAMARA G.

I have had a passion for caring for seniors at a very young age. It all started with me caring for my neighbor Ms. Jackson when I was just 13 years old but she didn't have any children but she as always so kind to me. I've worked in a nursing home, have had some private duty cases and I've cared for adults with disabilities. My grandmother ran a group home for children with disabilities and I believe this is where my passion to care for others came from. I take pride in providing care for those who can't care for themselves anymore. I feel that just because you've gotten older and can't do for yourself as you once did, you should still be able to maintain your dignity and self respect. That is my goal as a provider to help each individual maintain as much independence as possible and to provide the best care needed. I've care for many people in my life time but the return on what I've gained is beyond words.

I love to interact with my clients by communicating with them asking about what they like/don't like, listening to them and sharing my stories with them as well. What led me to being a caregiver was my granny. I watched my mom and aunt take care of her when she couldn't take care of herself. God gives each one of us a gift and caring for others is mine. I have received so much wisdom from the elderly that I actually apply it to my day to day life. I mostly enjoy the one on one time. Talking to people about life it self or just being a listening ear can do so much. A simple hug can heal a womb. The attention that they need and them knowing that they are not alone. I had a client that lost both parents. Her father was in the military therefore they moved around a lot. She was the only child. Her dad purchased her a horse and she had that horse for many years. The time had come that she could no longer take the horse with her when they moved the final time. It hurt her so bad and was very hard for her to accept. When I started working with her all she ever talked about was her horse and showed me pictures. On her birthday I decided that I wanted to surprise her with a special gift. I found a stable and took her there for her birthday. She was so happy. The expression on her face let me know that I did my job. As long as my clients are happy, I'm happy. I was taught to treat people with respect and treat people the way I want to be treated.