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Amy R.

Amy R.

$15.00 / hr

Oregon City, OR

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About Amy

Hello, My family, friends and co-workers know me as a caring, positive person who tries to find logical solutions to daily problems. I have always been a helper- whether it's assisting an elderly neighbor or taking care of neighborhood children. I like figuring out how to make a person's wish a reality- going for a country drive, cooking a favorite meal, making a craft or enjoying the arts. I find satisfaction in a job well done, and it's important to me to make sure I fully understand a client's physical and emotional needs. One thing I'm most proud of was being a caregiver to a client who ultimately passed away in 2007. He had been institutionalized and heavily medicated for most of his adult life before being placed in a group home situation. He was nonverbal and had cognitive and physical disabilities. I was proud to be on the team that helped him develop strategies for his PTSD, provided calming routines that reassured him, and figuring out his likes/dislikes and wishes. Ultimately he was able to travel to Disneyland and Hawaii, go camping, shop at his favorite stores, have clothing altered to accommodate his short stature and receive help in creating photo albums and keepsakes. Caregiving can be a difficult job, but I am grateful for the amazing people and experiences.

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

  • Depression
  • Home Health Care
  • Hospice Care
  • Neurological Disorders
  • Palliative Care
  • Senior Care
  • Elder Care
  • Home Care

Languages

  • English

Experience & Education

Volunteer Coordinator- Unpaid position

Sep 2016 - Present
The Marylhurst School
Contact and coordinate volunteer opportunities for families attending The Marylhurst School. Organize and manage events requiring volunteers.
Sep 2016 - Present

Package Handler/Sorter

Jul 2017 - Oct 2017
Amazon Com Inc
Handling and sorting packages for delivery.
Jul 2017 - Oct 2017

Program Manager- Corporate Relations

Oct 2008 - May 2011
University of Oregon
Managed donor list of corporate executives. Assisted with donor events.
Oct 2008 - May 2011

Administrative Assistant- Oregon Bach Festival

Jul 2006 - Oct 2008
University Of Oregon
Assisted Development Officer with managing donors of festival and coordinating events.
Jul 2006 - Oct 2008

Lane Community College

Jan 2002 - Jan 2005
Eugene, OR
Jan 2002 - Jan 2005

Autism Support Specialist

Jun 1995 - May 2001
Oregon Supported Living Program
Assisted developmentally and physically disabled clients at group home and in the community. Gave prescribed oral and topical medications, and charted all medical and behavioral interactions.
Jun 1995 - May 2001

University of Oregon

Jan 1990 - Jan 1995
Eugene, OR
Jan 1990 - Jan 1995

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My wife Lynn, is very, very pleased with Amy!!
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