Southwestern Illinois College

As a caregiver I have helped many people during times of need. In particular Hugh Harvey Jr. was an elderly man I took care of in a live-in situation for 2 years until he passed. Home instead was additional to my help when emergencies occurred. I made all meals, breakfast, snack, lunch, snack, dinner and dessert. I consider grazing and having meals catered to tastes with healthy twist the best way to eat. I enjoy getting to know my patients on a very personal level and sharing memories and experiences. It is important to spread happiness and love. My family is mostly medical nurses and doctors, but I couldn't make it in medical school; however, I always felt better when I could be around people and help out in anyway possible. To comfort and ease one in time of need.

Honestly, I wasn't going to be in the medical field until my father was in a nursing home and did not get the treatment I felt he deserved. So, I became a CNA and graduated from a phlebotomy course at Owensboro community and technical college. I LOVE working with the alzheimer and dementia patients, I have a soft spot for them. However, I love all of my residents and people I have cared for.

I have been a caregiver for most my life for my handicapped brother. Along with taking care of my disabled father. I am proud that I can make a difference in the quality of someone's life. I put joy and love into caring for people around me.

I'm a great caregiver because I enjoy assisting those in need. I'm conscientious, professional and courteous.

1. I became a caregiver because I love helping and taking care of people and making them still feel of value. 2. I love seeing my residents smile and get excited about seeing me come because they know I'm going to take very good care of them. 3.I am proud of the fact I'm trying to further my career in the health field . 4.I am a proud mother of a teenage boy who is 15. I can sing, do hair and I am by no means an under achiever. I enjoy life and I am goal and family orientated.

Hello my name is Sarah and I am 18 years old, I started care giving when I was 15 at a nursing home that my mother was also working at as a nurse. I am super outgoing and caring towards my residents. I have a very upbeat personality. The thing that made me want to become a care giver is that mother has always been one. She started off as a CNA like me but now she is a Nurse. I have always wanted to follow in my mothers foot steps and as soon as I stepped into taking care of people I absolutely fell in love. What I enjoy most about being a caregiver is making my residents happy and ensuring that they are getting the right care! I am proud to say that I received my CNA license during a summer year of high school while I was 16. I knew I wanted to go in this direction for my career so I decided that I would start young.

I have taken care of many family members throughout my lifetime with situations including hospice and post-orthopedic surgery. I realized that the compassion and empathy I was able to give others was a gift, what better way to use it than to take care of those who cannot take care of themselves. I have won awards for customer service and for being an exceptional preceptor at the current healthcare facility I work at. At the end of the day, no matter how difficult it was I am happy because I was able to help someone.

I have been a passionate caregiver for over 5 years. Helping other families with their loved ones so they can stay at home fills my caring heart so very much. I have experience in home health care, assisted living facilities and nursing homes. My experience is in all aspects of caregiving that includes Alzheimer's & stroke rehab. My certificatations include: Certified nurse assistant with, first aid and aed certified. I also help and inspire other caregiver's around the world by helping them with their caregiving, self-care & wellness questions via: www.afitcaregiver.com

1. I saw the incredible love shown to my Grandmother by caregivers when I was young, and was very thankful. 2. I like working with one or two people at a time instead of 12- 15 in a nursing home situation. 3.An ongoing situation I am proud of is the smiles I see on my peoples face when I arrive. They trust me and know I will take care of them. 4. I was a Med. Tech. in the Air Force and then became a C.N.A. Have had my certificate for 4 1/2 years now. 3 years were spent in a nursing home, This last year has been taking care of two separate ladies in their homes.

I am a caring person. I truly enjoy helping those in need. What I enjoy most about being a caregiver is knowing someone will always need my assistant. I have six years of experience. I am very careful and patient. I always perform my duties with love and tenderness.