A few of my personality traits that make me a great caregiver is I like to find humor in every situation, if you can laugh as opposed to allowing yourself to get upset or emotional that's a win. I love spending time with people, talking, visiting, helping if I can, I would want someone to do that for me one day. I am a Christian so serving/helping people is something I've been doing all my life. I wouldn't say that anything "attracted" me to it, my husband's mother was diagnosed with Dementia a few years ago and he and his sister (whom she lived with) both worked full time jobs so I was able to help care for her on almost a daily bases up until she passed. I realized how important just me being there was, she didn't need to be left alone, nor should anyone else for that matter. If I can be there for someone else's loved one when they can't, I consider that a blessing. The enjoyment comes with just getting to know a person, building trust with that person, friendship, I enjoy being honest, a person you can count on and trust to keep you safe.
Caregivers that work non-full-time jobs or irregular shifts can negotiate extra compensation in addition to their standard hourly wage.
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