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Gwendolyn W.

Gwendolyn W.

$15.00 / hr

Evanston, IL

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About Gwendolyn

I enjoy taking care of people. My father just passed a year a year ago and I helped take care off him intil his transition. When my mother had her surgeries I was there to take care of her and anything thay she needed. My husband has a chronic illness that I also help him with when he needs it. I have 3 children that I adore and love to nurture. I just want to help people you need it so that can feel safe and comfortable.

Caregiving Services & Expertise

Services

  • Bathing
  • Dressing & Grooming
  • Toileting
  • Medication Reminders
  • Meal Prep
  • Groceries & Shopping
  • Transferring & Mobility
  • Transportation
  • Housekeeping
  • Companionship

Job Interests

  • Part Time
  • Overnight
  • 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

  • Arthritis
  • Cancer Recovery
  • COPD
  • Dementia
  • Hospice Care
  • Post Surgery Recovery
  • Respiratory Disorders
  • Senior Care
  • Elder Care
  • Home Care

Languages

  • English

Experience & Education

Caregiver

Jul 2015 - Present
Personal care assistant
I help my patient with daily needs. Showering, getting dress, light housework, running earrands.
Jul 2015 - Present

Supervisor of a doctor's office

Oct 1996 - Present
NSUSH
I over see the front desk staff. I take of staff scheduling, doctor's scheduling. I manage time cards. I check in patients, make appointments, and open and close the department. Im also in charges of hiring.
Oct 1996 - Present

Oakton Community College

Jan 1996 - Present
Des Plaines, IL
Jan 1996 - Present

Olympia college (Everest College)

Jan 2005 - Jan 2005
Skokie, IL
Jan 2005 - Jan 2005
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