Elizabeth B.

About Elizabeth

I became a Caregiver after looking after elderly relatives and friends over a few years. I saw how many elderly were losing connection with people and not able to do the things they had loved doing for so many years. I wanted to help them keep connected and able to still do things to give them a reason to look forward to their days and weeks ahead. I gave up my full time Engineer job, which was very satisfying, but didn't really help anyone but myself, so that I could make a difference in the lives of others. I enjoy being able to help in the day to day things we take for granted, that older folk have started to struggle with. It makes me feel valued, trusted and makes my day worth while, knowing I am making other peoples day easier and giving them the ability to cope and stay in their own home. A personal achievement I am proud of, is that I drove freight trains for several years. I am a person that has a good sense of humor and enjoys helping others. I enjoy making people feel valued and special. I look for the positive things in people and life, and I am always seeking to encourage those I interact with. I grew up in England, I am married with two wonderful adult children and a very supportive husband.

Caregiving Services & Expertise

Experience & Education

Engineer

Feb 2004 - Jan 2014

Union Pacific Railroad

Union Pacific Railroad March ’04 – June ’14 Engineer, Conductor • Responsible for successfully delivering millions of dollars’ worth of shipment • Responsible for 250-mile train journeys, delivering shipments on time and without incident • Managed and coordinated train operation data and on-trip communication

Feb 2004 - Jan 2014

Youth Education Coordinator

Jul 2001 - Jul 2002

City Union Mission

• Supervised, trained, and scheduled team of volunteers • Created, maintained, and presented reports, presentations, and various multimedia materials • Revamped and updated library • Created, organized inventory of donated supplies and allocated incoming donations • Coordinated with local schools to design lesson plans and extracurricular programs for area youth

Jul 2001 - Jul 2002

Coordinator

Jun 1996 - Jul 1998

Harestanes Baptist Church

• Founded community program for area youth, coordinating with local schools, government, police • Hired and trained staff of volunteers • Spearheaded fundraisers and other community events

Jun 1996 - Jul 1998

Degree in Social Work and Theology, Elim College

Aug 1981 - Jun 1983

Aug 1981 - Jun 1983

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