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Mara E.

Mara E.

$12.00 / hr

Jackson, MS

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About Mara

I learned at a young age that I truly loved people and "doing" for them. I believe that was the reason I was so successful in our hospitality business. Meeting all types of personalities and caring to their needs was always my pleasure. I have gravitated to the elderly for more years than I can remember. Perhaps because the businesses we (my husband & I had) catered to were mostly retired clientele. What I enjoy most is knowing I am making a positive difference in the life of the individual I have been entrusted to care for and watch over. I am proud of the fact I have developed many long lasting, loving relationships with people I have met throughout my life time. I am a good friend and listener and I deeply love my life, family and friends and I am most grateful for the many wonderful opportunities I have experienced.

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
  • Short Term
  • 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

  • Cancer Recovery
  • Hearing Disorders
  • Post Surgery Recovery
  • Senior Care
  • Elder Care
  • Home Care

Languages

  • English
  • Spanish

Experience & Education

Lead Housekeeper/Caretaker of Historic, Private Estate

Jun 2004 - Oct 2010
Southways - A Private, Historic Estate on Lake Minnetonka, MN
Performed a wide variety of domestic housekeeping and cleaning activities including, but not limited to: ceilings, walls, wall coverings, floors, windows, window coverings, mirrors, appliances, equipment, fixtures, decoratives, china, crystal and silver and fine antiques. Provided daily "maid service" for overnight guests and family members and tended to the personal needs (laundry, occasional meals) of the residents of the estate on a daily basis. I was responsible for communicating and reporting any repairs/maintenance needs to the Caretaker/Groundskeeper as soon as they were discovered. I assisted in the security of the estate and reported any unusual occurrences to the owners and or Groundskeeper. Assisted with pet care as needed and participated in special seasonal events such as Spring and Fall clean up, pool set-up and holiday decorating. Also was responsible for coordinating special events and large dinner parties and family functions. Answered telephone and relayed messages to the owners when they were out of residence. Collected and sorted daily mail.
Jun 2004 - Oct 2010

Owner/Manager D'Mara Resort & Angler's Wharf

Jan 1984 - Oct 2002
Self Employed
As owners, (my husband and I) were responsible for all aspects of running the business ranging from budgeting, purchasing, profit and loss, personnel management, reservations, marketing and advertising in addition to daily operations. The resort was open year round, with our main business occurring between May and October. The marina was open between April (or as soon as the ice was off) and October of each season. In the off season, I was entrusted to watch over a number of private vacation homes that were on or around the lake area and kept house keys for the owners. Many of our clients were older retirees and it was during these years I came to realize how much I enjoyed helping and "doing" for them.
Jan 1984 - Oct 2002

El Paso High School

Jan 1966 - Jan 1969
El Paso, TX
Jan 1966 - Jan 1969
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