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Carissa L.

Carissa L.

$16.00 / hr

Holland, MI

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About Carissa

I am a highly-dependable, nurturing caregiver who has good values, compassionate nature and 3+ years' extensive experience in providing prompt and friendly care. Warm-hearted with good judgement and emotional maturity. Eager to make a difference in client's everyday life. I excel in; * Meal Preparation * Transportation * Bath Assistance * Personal Hygiene * Housekeeping * Laundry * Record Keeping * Errands Running * Stimulating Communication * Customer Service * Sanitation * Routine exercises * Regular Updates with Family/Management I am passionate about helping people live full, independent and dignified lives within the comfort of their own homes.

Caregiving Services & Expertise

Services

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

Job Interests

  • Part Time
  • Overnight

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

Skills & Expertise

  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Arthritis
  • Dementia
  • Depression
  • Diabetes
  • Hearing Disorders
  • Multiple Sclerosis
  • Post Surgery Recovery
  • Stroke
  • Vision and Eye Disorders
  • Senior Care
  • Elder Care
  • Home Care

Languages

  • English

Experience & Education

Caregiver

Aug 2016 - Present
John and Nada Petko
It's been an honor working for the Petkos. My duties included; Meal Preparation, Transportation, Bath Assistance, Personal Hygiene, Housekeeping, Laundry, Record Keeping, Errand Running, Stimulating Communication, Wound Care, Blood Pressure Recording, Insulin Assistance, Sanitation, Routine Exercises, Regular Updates with Family/Management. I also have helped with Emergency 24 hour care, including overnights.
Aug 2016 - Present

Caregiver

Dec 2015 - Apr 2016
Maureen Nuenes
Maureen Nuenes was an amazing 102 year old woman that I had the privledge of working for until she went into a nursing home. My duties were; Meal Preparation, Bath and Toiletry Assistance, Personal Hygiene, Housekeeping, Dressing Assistance, Record Keeping, Errand Running, Stimulating Communication, Customer Service, Sanitation, Routine Exercises, Regular Updates with Family/Management. Maureen became family to me very quickly, and I loved visiting her in her new nursing home.
Dec 2015 - Apr 2016

Oakland Community College

Jan 2009 - Jan 2016
Jan 2009 - Jan 2016

Caregiver

Jul 2015 - Oct 2015
Brian Cary
I was the caregiver for Brian's father, Alan Cary. My duties were; Toiletry Assistance, Personal Hygiene, Housekeeping, Record Keeping, Stimulating Communication, Customer Service, Sanitation, Routine Exercises, Regular Updates with Family/Management. When Mr. Cary went into a nursing home I also provided companionship all the way through until he transitioned into the after life. He became a dear friend of mine, and even though it was hard to let him go, It was an honor getting to know him and being able to make it easier on him in his last months here. He is dearly missed.
Jul 2015 - Oct 2015
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