Maylene D.

I'm a caring & compassionate person with over 20 years of experience in the health care field. I love what I do & can't imagine doing anything else. I have experience with cancer, dementia, alzheimers, respiratory & heart issues , palliative & hospice care, & medication management.I also do light housekeeping, am CPR/ first aid certified , am comfortable with pets and I don't smoke.

Caregiving is so rewarding....Just a mere. "Thank you for doing this for me, for helping me!" from all your patients makes you feel so good=:) Caregiver job is hard work and I appreciate all the Caregivers. As a CAREGiver, you provide a variety of non-medical services that allow seniors to remain in their homes. These services generally fall under three categories: Companionship Home Helper Personal Care Companionship services are those that stimulate, encourage and assist an individual. The primary responsibilities of Companionship services include the following: Providing companionship and conversation Providing stabilization and assistance with walking Preparing meals and cleaning up meal-related items Providing medication reminders and appointment reminders The primary responsibilities of Home Helper services include the following: Performing light housekeeping tasks (dusting, vacuuming, making beds, changing linens, cleaning bathrooms, kitchens, etc.) Washing and ironing laundry Running errands Accompanying clients to appointments Personal Care services are personal in nature and often include assistance with activities of daily living. The primary responsibilities of Personal Care services include the following: Assisting with bathing Assisting with grooming Assisting with toileting and incontinence issues I am creative personable, results-oriented professional with my brilliant educational background and exceptional tender loving care to my patients.