Shepherd University

I became a Caregiver because after working over 19 years in custumer service/sales, I wanted to do something that would allow me to give back to society instead of taking from it. I wanted to offer my help to those who needed it the most. The best thing about being a caregiver is seeing the smiles on my client's faces when I come in to work or picking up the phone and hearing them on the other end asking how was my day when I was off from work. I enjoy taking my client's new places and introducing them to new things; such as, the zoo, amusement parks, museums, and even swimming. My personal achievement is meeting my husband, who has taught me financial stability and has taken me on several adventures all over the world. I enjoy meeting new people and helping those in need. I believe that we should "pay it forward" without looking for anything in return, because I know that God will bless me as I bless others. I am VA Med Ceritified and CPR/First Aid Certified.

I am an outgoing person. I have great references and fun to be around. I am loving and caring and I love my job.

I have been a part time Companion Caregiver for the last ten years while operating my small business, the Cat Lady of Frederick, LLC ("The Cat Lady"). Many of my dog walking and animal care clients were retired adults who were no longer comfortable with brisk dog walks, bending over for trimming cats' nails, or administering medication to their animals. I would provide these services, and often stay to have a cup of coffee and a long chat. While my clients enjoyed our conversations, I benefited more with new hobbies to explore, gardening tips, and sage advice on everything from relationships to day trip destinations. For the past year I have been transitioning out of my role as owner/operator of the Cat Lady. My career and life focus has always been on enrichment, whether it was for children in the child welfare system, women without homes, volunteers, companion animals, or the clients who hire me. It would be my pleasure to continue this tradition of enrichment with your loved one.

I spent most of my adult working life in high stress positions. When my mom had an accident in 2017, I left my job to take care of her. My dad then had a stroke the following year and required assistance. Over the next 5 years I cared for them, medications, doctors, grocery shopping, cleaning, laundry etc. They reached a point in 2021 that they needed more care and we moved them to a memory care unit. My dad passed March of 2022. My mom is still there but doesn't know me. She has advanced Parkinson's and Alzheimer's. I couldn't expect my parents to pay me, so I took and passed a CNA course in 2020 and have been doing in home (self employed). I just lost a client a month ago which was harder than I thought it would be. I cared for him 3-4 days per week from 9a-1p. He was diabetic and I completed additional training to learn how to test his blood and administer insulin. My other client is an amazing lady and who just turned 90 November 2022. She is legally blind but mobile. She tells everyone I am her eyes. I work for her Monday - Saturday 2pm -8pm. I love what I do. I miss my dad daily but by helping others to be able to stay in their homes is my goal. I am available for any questions.