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Pamela L.

Pamela L.

$15.00 / hr

Akron, OH

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About Pamela

Hello! I'm a retired social worker who has compassion and passion for older adults. I take care of my soon to be 96 year old mom ensuring her safety while maintaining as much independence as possible. Since retiring, I have worked for several families providing the needed services for their older adult. I have experience with dementia, Huntington's Disease and age related issues. I am very patient and caring. I can provide self-care, housekeeping, medication reminders, and pet care. Non-smoker and pet friendly.

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

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
  • Arthritis
  • Dementia
  • Depression
  • Home Health Care
  • Hospice Care
  • Neurological Disorders
  • Senior Care
  • Elder Care
  • Home Care

Languages

  • English

Experience & Education

senior care giver/companion

Aug 2017 - Nov 2017
Private
Provided assistance as needed for patient with Dementia. Duties included medication reminders, housekeeping, pet care, and self care needs
Aug 2017 - Nov 2017

Companion and Caregiver

May 2012 - Aug 2014
Private
I provided companion and socialization for patient with Huntingtons Disease to give her husband a needed break. Provided feeding assistance and medication administration.
May 2012 - Aug 2014

Substance abuse counselor

Jul 2005 - Jul 2009
Stark County Court of Common Pleas
Conducted group therapy sessions for court ordered chemical dependency program.
Jul 2005 - Jul 2009

Service and Support Manager/Service Facilitator

Sep 2003 - Jul 2005
Tuscarawas County Board-Mental
Service coordination and delivery for adults with MR/DD. Also was promoted to manager of same department supervising 13 staff members
Sep 2003 - Jul 2005

Kent State University

Jan 1973 - Jan 1977
Kent, OH
Jan 1973 - Jan 1977
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