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I became a senior caregiver almost two years ago, prior to that I worked in disability for five years. Many of my friends say that I have a lot of compassion and would have made a great mother. My strengths are the ability to listen, be quiet, enter the persons world I am responsible for. I feel strong about acknowledging people's dignity especially as we age and become dependent. Over the past two years I have worked with approximately two dozen different seniors, all with different needs,and circumstances. What do I like about being a caregiver? Knowing that I am truly adding value to someone's life is one of the most rewarding experiences I can have and I feel very blessed and grateful for each of them. A personal achievement that I am very proud of is that I founded and community magazine while living in Australia that gives a good wholesome reflection of the lives and communities in a rural area. I sold the magazine to an Australian before I returned to the states and the magazine is still going strong! I am a Christian but acknowledge all religions. I am a very open hearted person, and would love to meet with any family who thinks I might be the right person to assist their loved one.

I am a Christian mother and working with the elderly is the desire of my heart. When working as a caregiver, I often remind myself to treat everyone as I would want to be treated if the roles were reversed. I love the relationships as well as friendships made with my residents.

I became a caregiver because I plan on going to Nursing school next year and becoming a CNA is a good first step towards becoming a nurse. The biggest thing I like about being a caregiver is seeing my patients get better each day. I am very proud of graduating high school with a top 10 GPA in my entire graduating class. I have 2 dogs that i love taking care of and playing with. I have always grown up wanting to help people in anyway I can.

Highly-dependable and nurturing caregiver with extremely compassionate nature and 4+ years' experience in providing prompt and friendly care to clients. A warm-hearted individual who performs personal care activities in a manner that maximizes residents' independence and dignity in a home-like environment.