Carol S.

$25.00 / hr

Pauma Valley, CA

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About Carol

I have now finished, after a year and a half, of taking care of my patient. We became best friends during that time. She has been transferred to a retirement facility in Santa Barbara. I am anxious and available to start another loving relationship with a new family. I am asking you to give me the opportunity to care for your loved one! I am a retired \\\\"nurse\\\\"...not a registered nurse...but worked for 18 years as a back-office \\\\"nurse\\\\" ....medical assistant for a family practice physician (10yrs) and 2 urologists (8yrs). Since then, I've cared for many people in their homes. I can provide many excellent references. I raised 8 children and realized early in my life that I am happiest when I am caring for others. Since my children are all grown and gone raising children of their own, I am alone and available to share my experience, knowledge and most importantly, my love of caring for others.

Caregiving Services & Expertise

Services

Bathing
Dressing & Grooming
Toileting
Medication Reminders
Meal Prep
Groceries & Shopping
Transferring & Mobility
Exercise
Transportation
Housekeeping
Companionship

Job Interests

Full Time
Part Time
Short Term
Overnight
Holiday Shifts

Caregivers that work non-full-time jobs or irregular shifts can negotiate extra compensation in addition to their standard hourly wage.

Skills & Expertise

Alzheimer's Disease
Arthritis
Blood Disorders
Cancer Recovery
Cardiovascular Disorders
COPD
Dementia
Depression
Diabetes
Gastrointestinal Disorders
Hearing Disorders
Senior Care
Elder Care
Home Care

Languages

English

Experience & Education

Caregiver

Aug 2017 - Present

Gayle Tosello

I care for Gayle's husband, George, who suffers from Alzheimer's. This is only part time (3days/wk)...I love them both, but really need full time work right now.

Aug 2017 - Present

Caregiver

Apr 2016 - Aug 2017

Laurie Elliott

I have been caring for Laurie for over a year now. She is a 73yo that suffers at the present time with COPD. She has had breast cancer and then lung cancer. I do "everything " for Laurie. I begin in the mornings by feeding her pets(which I love) , (1cat, 2 dogs), walking the dogs, preparing and feeding her breakfast, change sheets, make beds, wash clothes, wash dishes, clean the house, do all errands, (bank, PO, grocery, pharmacy, clothes, etc shopping) , plan and prepare all meals, dispense and log Rx's, conduct her breathing therapies...I'm her personal assistant, plan her activities and am her constant companion (movies, restaurants, shopping, travel,etc) . During this past year, we have grown close and I love her sweet, kind and generous spirit . However, she has a very difficult time breathing while living in this environment. So, her pulmonary specialist has advised her to move . Unfortunately, I am unable to move with her at this time. I know we will remain close and communicate often. I must "move on" now and find another loving person to care for... Are you looking for me, too?👍❤️😍😘

Apr 2016 - Aug 2017

Caregiver

Jan 2012 - Jun 2014

Mr.&Mrs. Walter O'Donahogue

Complete care (bathing, dressing, feeding,etc.) of Mr.O'Donahogue (80yo) who was suffering from advanced Alzheimer's for 4-8 hrs/day...3days/week. Job ended when he had to be put into a permanent assisted living facility.

Jan 2012 - Jun 2014

Caregiver

Feb 2014 - May 2014

Mr.&Mrs. Ed Wood

Complete care (dressing, feeding, etc.) of Mr. Wood who was not only suffering from Dementia, but also recovering from a recent heart attack and surgery for 4-6hr/day for 2-3days/week. Job ended when he had another attack and ultimately died.

Feb 2014 - May 2014

Caregiver (Live-in)

Jun 2013 - Aug 2013

Mrs. Barbara Dickey

Complete care (bathing, dressing, shopping, cooking feeding, medicating, etc.) for Ms. Dickey for 24/7 for 8 weeks. Who suffers from severe COPD. Job ended when she recovered enough to no longer require live-in assistance.

Jun 2013 - Aug 2013

Clinic coordinator

Jun 1985 - Jun 1993

Urology Medical Group

Clinic coordinator Licensed x-Ray technician Back-office medical assistant Phlebotomist Lab technician Minor surgical assistance Job ended when I retired.

Jun 1985 - Jun 1993

Mesa Community College

Jan 1988 - Jan 1989

Medical assistant

Jan 1975 - Jun 1985

Dr. George C. Brown

Back-office medical assistant X-Ray technician Phlebotomist Lab technician Job ended when I was offered the job at the Urology Group for more money.

Jan 1975 - Jun 1985

Caregiver (live-in)

Mar 1984 - Jun 1984

Mr. George Brown

Complete care (bathing, dressing, shopping, cooking, feeding, medicating, cleaning,etc) for Mr. Brown who suffered from advanced prostate cancer and acute kidney failure. Job ended when Mr. Brown died.

Mar 1984 - Jun 1984

Monterey Penisula College

Jan 1974 - Jan 1975

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