Gina M.
$18.50 / hr
Joliet, IL
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I was raised primarily by my grandparents. I helped care for my great-grandmother and grandmother at the end of their life with dementia. My great-grandmother was placed in a nursing home and at age 11 I became the nursing home recreation assistant. It was a life changing experience and was relieved when we were able to care for my grandmother at home. I raised three boys and worked in special education and private education for 17 years. After my divorce I went back to caregiving. I am currently completing my yoga teacher training and certification with particular emphasis on helping aging adults (I guess I'll include myself in that category :)) to avoid the nursing home/sickness/dis-ease cycle (that's my term) by not only caregiving but keeping us active and engaged mentally, physically, socially, and spiritually. I have studied home safety/fall safety in buildings (most are not built with mobility issues in mind) and assist families in making small adjustments to help in keeping their loved ones safe in their own home. What I am most proud of is that I enjoy working with seniors and provide respectful care and consider myself a professional. I choose to work independently because I have not found a care agency that fosters professionalism or respect for their employees and many caregivers do not see themselves as professionals. When I am not caregiving I live with my cat, Murphy, care for plants, read, do embroidery and other fiber crafts, and upcycle items for resale (I'm a big thrifter). I enjoy puzzles, games, books, yoga, walking, and cooking.
Caregiving Services & Expertise
Services
- Bathing
- Dressing & Grooming
- Toileting
- Medication Reminders
- Meal Prep
- Groceries & Shopping
- Transferring & Mobility
- Exercise
- Transportation
- Housekeeping
- Companionship
Job Interests
- 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
- ALS
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Arthritis
- Dementia
- Depression
- Diabetes
- Home Health Care
- Hospice Care
- Multiple Sclerosis
- Skin Disorders
- Senior Care
- Elder Care
- Home Care
Languages
- English
Experience & Education
Direct Service Provider
Trinity Services
Southern New Hampshire University
Manchester, NH
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