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My passion is working with the elderly. I am honored by the families that put their trust in me to care for their loved one who may be on the final path of their life requiring Home Hospice care. or is at that point in their lives where assistance is needed in order to continue staying in their home, being as independent as possable, staying safe. My commitment for each and every person is to provide them with companionship, assistance with physical needs and whatever else they need, whether it's writing a letter for them, or baking their favorite cookies, straightening out closet shelves or holding their hand, reading a book to them or just sitting quietly with them. I believe it is ao important to pocess tthe traits that are important in caregiving which are flexibility, willingness to sit still when you notice its what the person you are caring for needs. Paying attention is very important. A caregiver cannot just "be there" I keep logs in order to ensure the Doctor and nurses and family are notified of ANY changes such as skin color, urine intake/out take, bathroom habits, signs of weakness, facial changes, depression/mood changes. If bedridden, log needs to include turning times, any skin breakdown issues, A good caregiver needs to go outside the box, be willing to do what otherwise might be uncomfortable, be drama free. Assisting the family is one of the things that helps them know who I am and relieves some of the stress from their lives. By helping doing even the smallest of details, yardwork, cleaning a garage etc. I promise you that I will make the same commitment to respect, never diminish their dignity and do all I can to provide the stability, comfort your loved one deservesI I did not become a Caregiver to change the dynamics of lives. but to be there to make them feel safe, healty and secure. Compassion goes a long long way.

Hi! I am an Occupational Therapist Assistant (Retired) with over 20 years of experience. I've served a broad spectrum of clients, working in schools with children, in the hospitals with psychiatric patients and those with physical dysfunctions, as well as caring for geriatric patients in nursing homes or their own homes. I cared for my grandma, dad and mom before they all went home to be with the Lord. For me this is not just an occupation but my vocation.

Hello, My love for the aging started as a young child when my parents took me and my siblings to a care center and had us participate in "Adopt a Grandparent" program. Mind you, this was long before volunteering was what you did, and certainly who would bring children into a nursing home? But my parents did, and it instilled in me a deep love and respect for my elders. As a Care Manager, I have gone to doctor's appointments, so "Children back home can understand what is going on." And hired and arranged schedules with aids. I also travel. I am a former Army Medic. So, I can do blood pressures and medications, and cook a healthy meal and make sure there is plenty of food in the house too. I recently transitioned my morning client into assisted living and now have mornings available. I am stable and can provide you with great care, honesty, magnificent work ethic, and love hearing all your stories. I can give you my current resume and references if you ask. Thank you for reading.

Being a medical professional is very challenging yet rewarding. This is a career field I accidently stumbled into while joining the military in 2010. I started as an EMT working with Trauma cases for 4 years. In 2014 I decided to do a accelerated nursing program and obtained my LPN licence so I could perform more in-depth long term care. I enjoy working with patients, learning about medical needs, coming up with a plan, following through and seeing results. I don't see being a nurse as a job I have to go to but a career I get to enjoy.