Karen V.

As a former public school teacher, agency staff member and school administrator, I have had the opportunity to serve families in many capacities. As a child of a parent with Alzheimer's, I have care-giving experience. Additionally, with a psychology degree, I have had the opportunity to apply strategies and best practices in working with individuals that exhibit challenging behaviors. My special education background allows me to understand how to work with PT and OT needs. Recently, I cared for a gentlemen in his home fulltime through Right At Home agency. He just transitioned to memory care. I received caregiver of the month recently. My service at Home Instead allowed me many great experiences with clients from various backgrounds and needs. I was awarded Caregiver of the Quarter by the agency Dec. 2018. It was an honor and especially when it was my pleasure to serve them. I am very reliable and dependable and enjoy immensely helping families. Caring for others has been my life's focus. I enjoy preparing meals and ensuring clients have a quality life with dignity. I am healthy and exercise frequently to stay strong mentally and physically for my clients.

Artelia Muntz, A private duty caregiver since 2004. A personal achievement I am so proud of. I love being a caregiver, it was a gift from God. I lost my mother at an early age, so I had to grow up fast. I raised three sisters under the age 18 years old and got them through high school. Prior to caregiving, I owned and operated a hair salon in Houston Texas for more than ten years. I came to Dallas, Texas in 2002. God revealed to me that I was needed as a caregiver for Seniors or whomever needed me. I started working as a caregiver in 2004 and I loved it. I have taken care of most of my clients for three years, plus or until the end. I love motivating my clients/patients to want to keep on waking up. I love to see them smile and be happy to see me when I arrive. My past clients/patient have become like family to me. Thank you, Artelia Muntz Thank You