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Brooke S.

Brooke S.

$30.00 / hr

Richmond, VA

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About Brooke

I am not currently working with families due to the coronavirus cases in VA. I have a masters degree in gerontology and am a certified yoga instructor work. I enjoy doing errands and meal prep for elders. I have experience teaching chair yoga and chair exercise classes. I am easy going, focused and patient. I enjoy cooking, planning meals and running errands. I am genuinely interested in hearing other people's stories, and increasing their quality of life. I have experience working in and managing the activities department of retirement communities around the country. I also have experience working with my own family members. I am current on the American Red Cross CPR certification and have a basic knowledge of first aid.

Caregiving Services & Expertise

Services

  • Dressing & Grooming
  • Medication Reminders
  • Meal Prep
  • Groceries & Shopping
  • Transferring & Mobility
  • Exercise
  • Transportation
  • Housekeeping
  • Companionship

Job Interests

  • 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
  • Dementia
  • Depression
  • Diabetes
  • Home Health Care
  • Senior Care
  • Elder Care
  • Home Care

Languages

  • English

Experience & Education

Social Media, Campaign and Outreach Manager

May 2017 - Present
WeTheTrees.com
WeTheTrees.com Crowdfunding Platform, International | May 2017- Present Develop and implement social media and outreach campaigns to bring awareness to the platform Connect with current and past campaigners to increase quality of service and user experience
May 2017 - Present

Programs Assistant in a Retirement Community

Oct 2017 - Present
SRG
To enrich the lives of the residents by teaching yoga and exercise classes, facilitating brain engagement activities, lead crafting classes, answer basic technology questions, and assist residents in starting clubs that most satisfy their interests. This job has been my most fulfilling yet.
Oct 2017 - Present

Social Media and Volunteer Coordinator

Mar 2017 - Jul 2017
The Panya Project
Utilize Permaculture Design Certification (2014; 2017) to educate volunteers and work the land Facilitate weekly meetings and conflict resolution meetings Develop and implement social media campaigns Communicate with potential volunteers via social media, email and in person Create strong connections between the community and the volunteers Plant, harvest and propagate food producing plants, natural building and community building ---------- Panya is an experiential learning farm and education center, where I lived, which meant that I handled the tasks listed below : ** Meal Prep and Cooked 2 meals/day, 2-3 times per week, for 10-40 people, cleaned public spaces and dorms, Assisted with basic first aid, planned and went food shopping in the local markets
Mar 2017 - Jul 2017

Home Care, Cleaning + Hygiene Assistance

Jun 2002 - May 2017
Family
My grandmother had Alzheimer's for almost 19 years and was non verbal for the past 15, she was confined to a wheel chair for the past 12 years or so. I regularly assisted with cleaning the home, doing laundry, cooking, walking my grandmother, and also assisted with her hygiene needs, dressing her in the morning and before bed, putting her in bed and helping her eat. This is how I learned how much I enjoy taking care of elders.
Jun 2002 - May 2017

Resident Service Assistant

Nov 2015 - Nov 2016
Community Housing Partners Inc
Develop and implement projects, events and classes Initiate and perpetuate communication between organization and community partners Develop and implement processes for reporting, record keeping, and communication Participate in leadership meetings and develop processes for volunteers Build community awareness, engagement and participation in our programs through partnerships Project management and coordination with community partner, volunteers and coworkers : Including leadership, delegation, and conflict resolution Community event coordination, planning and organization **Meal planned and cooked for 5-21 students, cleaned and maintained the community center, planned and executed events and game nights
Nov 2015 - Nov 2016

Branding and Social Media Consultant

May 2015 - Sep 2015
305 Microlofts at Commoncove
Develop branding strategies and implement engaging social media campaigns
May 2015 - Sep 2015

Home Care + Shopping

Jan 2010 - Feb 2011
Family
Live in, with my own grandparents, to help with cleaning, shopping, errands, and cooking, so that they could remain in their own home.
Jan 2010 - Feb 2011

Eckerd College

Jan 2005 - Jan 2010
Saint Petersburg, FL
Jan 2005 - Jan 2010

Holderness School

Jan 2000 - Jan 2005
Holderness, NH
Jan 2000 - Jan 2005
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