Neurological Disorders Caregivers in Merrillville - 371 caregivers found

I became a caregiver because my grandmother needed me to help her stay independent and at home. I love being a caregiver and I am always meeting new and interesting people who all have different conditions and walks of life . I am most proud of my ability to relate to everyone. I have invested countless hours into my career training and it is really rewarding. I am a CNA and I am excited about the opportunity to care for people who need my help. I am cpr certified and I have been trained to work with a variety of different people. I am reliable and consistent. I have a kind and compassionate attitude. I really enjoy doing my life's work.

Hello, I've been a CNA/Home Health Aide for 14yrs now. I'm experienced in working with Dementia, and Alzheimer's patients .. I have a valid CNA certificate with good standings on the Illinois registry. I have a valid CPR card as well as my own reliable transportation

I am compassionate, I care about the needs of others . I treat people the way I want to be treated.i started this profession because I wanted to know how to take care of my Grandmother who was in her early stages of Alzheimer's. I went to CNA school and got my certificate. I started working at what is now called Manor Care in Palos Heights. I was there 6 months and then got a job at Ingall's Memorial Hospital. I am still at Ingalls it's been 23 years nowI love my job I work on one day surgery .I have a phlebotomy certificate and completed the basic dysrhythmia class .I was able to care for my Grandmother who had Alzheimer's and Grandfather who had 2 strokes. Me and my Mother took care of them for about 15 years I was able to go part time and my Mom quit her job for 10 years to take care of them.I love older people and I wouldn't give up what I do for the word !!!iI also have my CPR certification it expires in 2020.I also have 2 reliable vehicles a CAR and a SUV.

My 13 years experience in caring and assisting people who can't do for themselves. My characters (trustworthy, reliable, responsible, accountable, caring) shows me with so much compassion for the people I serve makes me a great Caregiver/Personal Assistant/CNA. I became a CNA/Caregiver/Personal Assistant because I enjoy taking care of people who have lost their ability to handle their basic needs. I like being a CNA/Cargiver/Personal Assistant cause I take comfort in knowing that I make people comfortable as possible, put a smile on their face, and help improve the quality of life for them during what can be a trying time in their life. One personal achievement I am proud of is being the main role, for 6 years, in helping a man regains a positive outlook on/for his life after suffering a Stroke that left him with paralized on his right side, wheel chair bound, and told that he would never walk again. I committed myself to be his leaning tower(Personal Assistant/Caregiver). After 5 years of going to Physical and Occupational therapies 3 times a week with him, learning the exercises, then assisting him with these exercises in his home.he is no longer wheel chair bound, he walks 2 miles a day , he drive his vehicle, he's continues exercising in a gym, and he's no longer depress about his ability but encourage others living with a disability.

Helping others has always been a goal of mine, even as a little girl I knew I would be in the medical field in some capacity. My heart is into caring for others. I take care of my mother and understand a family's challenge in care giving matters. I have experience for in-patient and out-patient patients. I am very observant. I understand signs and symptoms of most illnesses. I am unique in that I understand and have knowledge of tradition medicine, but also holistic wellness. I truly believe if we did both and all, we would be in a better health condition as a country. I have certification as a Medical Assistant/Patient Care Tech from 1986. I have been in medicine for 25 plus years. My most recent place of employment was with Northwestern Memorial Hospital. I only left for a job offer with a Chicago Union, SEIU.

My name is Fran Burnett. I have worked as a Certified Nurses Assistant for Twenty Seven years. I am a Christian mother of three and a grandmother of one. I enjoy caring for others in their time of need. I am very honest, dependable, and trustworthy. I attend church on a regular basis. I also enjoy going to the movies.

I became a Caregiver after over 27 years of being a Certified Nursing Assistant and Patient Care Tech. Although I enjoy working in LTC facilities, Hospitals, and Rehabilitation facilities I really enjoy the ability to give one-on-one care....it is very personable. I pride myself on the care and attentiveness I share with my clients. I am CPR certified, am knowledgeable in gluecose care, Catherter and colostomy care. and again I have worked in the care of the elderly over 27 years.

With over 6 years in the health and educational field , I have gotten so much experience that emits through my work. Working with developmentally disabled individuals has taught me to be extremely patient and empathetic. Working at the hospital has made me seen patients at their best and worst. Therefore I believe in improvement. A positive incline in my patients health is what motivates me to choose to further my education. Presently attending The University of Illinois at Chicago, juggling school, personal life, and work has also taught me to be extremely time cautious and very resourceful. I look forward to hearing your story and working with you to gain as much independence as possible.

I love taking care of my Elders. I have always been in this field taking care of grandmother, my mom and my sister. The best part of this job is the smile that I put on the client's face when I know they are satisfied and happy with my work. I have good experience in hospice care also and that came from taking care of both of my grandmothers. It was an emotional experience and I was happy to do it because no one in the family wanted to do that kind of job. I am a trooper and I love my job.I know my God gave me this Gift to take care of his Seniors and I Obey..

My name is Felicia Riggins Sims I've been employed at Bronzeville park for 17 years. I enjoy taking care of people who are physically, mentally incapable of doing it themself.the joy I get when a client tells me I took care of them and did a wonderful job that's my forfulment. My biggest achievement was when I set a goal to get focus and get control of my finance, so my life and my family life would be comfortable. I want everyone to know I love decorating houses and baking cookies, and of course taking care of my husband.and a mother of 4 and a good cook. I do love going to church and I will do some volunteer work for a good cause. This my heart and passion to help people.