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Barbara B.

Barbara B.

$20.00 / hr

Chicago, IL

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About Barbara

Aside from the many years of dedication to clients who suffer from Alzheimers, I have a passion for building relationships and helping elders live a meaningful life. I wholeheartedly understand the struggles that come with Alzheimers disease as I've had 16 plus years of experience working with clients and their families. Caregiving is not simply a "job" for me but more so a relationship between a caregiver and a client. I am one to give my heart and be very patient for my clients. What makes me different from other caregivers is that i do my very best to try to make the client's life comfortable by not only providing the necessary care but also making sure they are responding well and connecting with me, even without verbally communicating. I make sure that my clients are not "corrected" by me, rather are supported and understood, whether the content of what is being said makes sense or not. I've learned that the longer I committ myself to helping the client, the more I value, care for, and love the client. What matters most to me is the well-being of my client, both physically and emotionally.

Caregiving Services & Expertise

Services

  • Bathing
  • Dressing & Grooming
  • Toileting
  • Medication Reminders
  • Meal Prep
  • 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

  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Home Health Care
  • Senior Care
  • Elder Care
  • Home Care

Languages

  • English
  • Polish
  • Russian

Experience & Education

Caregiver

Jul 2000 - Jul 2009
Private Care
For 9 years, was a dedicated and passionate caregiver and friend to a female client (age 73-82) suffering from moderate-severe Alzheimers disease. Assisted client with bathing, clothing and feeding. Assisted with daily needs including personal hygiene, dressing, turning positions, and transferring from chairs to bed. Provided guidance with doctor appointments, recreational activities, and family visits. Assessed client's needs by communicating with client's daughter. Walked her to the park, took her shopping, and provided emotional support. Kept client engaged and made efforts to make her days enjoyable by way of playing music for her and paying attention to her reactions. Letter of recommendation provided upon request.
Jul 2000 - Jul 2009

Caregiver

Jun 2000 - Jun 2007
Private Care
For 7 years, was a dedicated caregiver for a female professor, aged 82, who suffered from Alzheimers. Assisted client with bathing, clothing and feeding. Assisted with daily needs including personal hygiene, dressing, turning positions, and transferring from chairs to bed. Helped her move from seat to the walker. Changed client's depends when needed. Took her to lunch at restaurants when she was well. Drove her to doctors appointments. Took note of doctor appointment schedules, engaged her in recreational activities, and family visits. Assessed client's needs by communicating with client's son. Client had a difficult time walking, as such limited visits were made to the park. However, I drove her to visit her family members. Kept client engaged and made efforts to make her days enjoyable. Client enjoyed quilting and watching old movies. I paid close attention not only to client's needs but also what was enjoyable for her and did my best to provide those activities. Letter of recommendation provided upon request.
Jun 2000 - Jun 2007

Attended high school and college in Poland.

Jan 1962 - Jan 1967
Poland
Jan 1962 - Jan 1967
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