Duquesne University

I am a graduate of Duquesne University. I love working One on one with people, in their homes. I have worked with disabled children and adults for over 20 years. Many of the children were autistic. I have also worked with adults with brain injury. I enjoy the personal experience of working with people individually.

As a homecare Occupational Therapist for 20+ years, I would make a great caregiver for your loved one. I truly enjoying helping others and taking care of those in need. I love assisting with all tasks - ADL's, home making, med management, etc. As an OT, I have the added experience of working with people of all ages and varying abilities.

I am currently a sophomore nursing student in Pittsburgh, but I will be home (York, PA) for May-August. I have over 900 hours in clinical experience, which includes the following: vitals, bathing, oral/perineal care, assist with mobility and ADL's, feeding, and dressing changes. I am a very caring person that enjoys providing care, while also getting to know and spending time with all types of patients and clients. I grew up and live with a physically disabled father, so I understand the desire and need for extra help as family members age.

I retired in 2009 to care full time for my mother who had Parkinson's and dementia. I kept her at home until her death on January 31, 2018.

I'm somewhat of an old soul. I enjoy puzzles and board games. Safety and comfort are my number one priorities. I'm interested in caregiving because I have had many interactions that have made me aware of some of the struggles that come with age. Families want to ensure that the needs of their loved ones are met with regards to someone who will provide respect and companionship and I am up for such a task.

I am a compassionate caregiver with a strong desire to help others. I have a disabled husband and son so I understand the importance of dependable, reliable service. I have experience caring for those who are paralyzed, wheelchair bound, neurological disorders, autism, heart and stroke diagnosis, and have held the hands of terminal cancer patients until their final moments. My motto is "to treat others the way you wish to be treated". I am also a lifetime athlete and enjoy taking care of myself through exercise, meditation, and eating healthy.

My interactions as allowed me to become aware of many of the challenges that come with age for the individual and their families. Families would like to guarantee that their loved ones are respected and cared for and I am up for such a task. I enjoy learning about others and I am always motivated to help. Safety and comfort are priorities with me do I will always do what's necessary to ensure that these are upheld. On a different note, I enjoy music , puzzles and board games so I hope that I might be able to entertain as well.

I also have plenty of experience with working with seniors and individuals with disability through providing support, training and assisting individuals with disability with activities, assist in new hire training, and adhere to government and institutional guidelines relating to patient care. In addition, being in the U.S. Army National Guard, I have been able to volunteer with Veterans Leadership Program of Western Pennsylvania in assisting our local veterans with groceries, getting haircuts, clothes, legal advice etc. during Veterans Day events. I am an effective and mindful user of social media, have strong research skills, and have experience writing, creating spreadsheets, and making presentations with Microsoft Office Suite.

Able to care for clients with variety of disabilities such as intellectual or physical. Also provide care with activities of daily living, light housekeeping, and meal prep, medication reminders. I enjoy the gift that God has given me and it's rewarding to provide care to those that need my assistance. Able to communicate well with individuals with different personalities.

Im a very caring nurturing person which helps in this career. When my grandmother became sick and I became her caregiver I knew at that moment this was something I wanted to do as a career choice to help other families like my own. I enjoy the company and interactions with my clients. My biggest achievement was raising 4 beautiful children.