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Marilou G.

Marilou G.

$30.00 / hr

Palatine, IL

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About Marilou

Hi, my name is Marilou. I am a Certified CNA. I worked as a caregiver for 9 years. I am easy to get along with, flexible, organized, lovable and caring person. I am also qualified to do the following: -Assisting with personal care, include bathing, bathroom functions, grooming, dressing and eating. -Providing mobility assistance, getting in and out of bed, a chair, or a wheelchair. -Following a prescribed health care and administering oral medications under doctor's orders or direction of nurse. -Monitoring and reporting changes in health, behavior, and needs. - Providing emotional support and encouragement to perform necessary tasks. -Ensuring the clients home is organized according to their needs and safety measures are in place. -Transporting or escorting the client to medical and other appointments. I am passionate in what I do because I love my parents so much and I care for the elderly.

Caregiving Services & Expertise

Services

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

Job Interests

  • Full Time
  • Part Time

Caregivers that work non-full-time jobs or irregular shifts can negotiate extra compensation in addition to their standard hourly wage.

Skills & Expertise

  • Dementia
  • Depression
  • Hearing Disorders
  • Skin Disorders
  • Senior Care
  • Elder Care
  • Home Care

Languages

  • English

Experience & Education

Samland

Jan 2011 - Present
Montrose, IL
Jan 2011 - Present

Private Caregiver

Sep 2012 - Jul 2020
Carolyn Anne Baker/ Mary Louise More
I'm qualified to do the following: -Assisting with personal care, include bathing, bathroom functions, grooming, dressing and eating. -Providing mobility assistance, getting in and out of bed, a chair, or a wheelchair. -Following a prescribed health care and administering oral medications under doctor's orders or direction of nurse. -Monitoring and reporting changes in health, behavior, and needs. - Providing emotional support and encouragement to perform necessary tasks. -Ensuring the clients home is organized according to their needs and safety measures are in place. -Transporting or escorting the client to medical and other appointments. I am passionate in what I do because I love my parents so much and I care for the elderly.
Sep 2012 - Jul 2020

CNA

Feb 2015 - May 2015
Mrs.Rose Shure
Organize and prepare her medications, prepare her meals.I worked on weekend only.
Feb 2015 - May 2015

Caregiver

Feb 2012 - Aug 2012
Jane Carrigan
Assisting in getting in and out of bed, shower/ bathing, preparing breakfast, medication assistance, accompanying to rehab and motivating her to do exercises everyday,
Feb 2012 - Aug 2012

CNA

Mar 2012 - Jul 2012
Rev Johnie Colemon
Organize and prepare her medications , helping another caregiver in giving her sponge bath, doing her laundry.I worked for her on weekend only.
Mar 2012 - Jul 2012

Emirates School

Jan 2004 - Jan 2005
United Arab Emirates
Jan 2004 - Jan 2005

Centro Escolar University

Jan 1989 - Jan 1991
Philippines
Jan 1989 - Jan 1991
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