Cardiovascular Disorders Caregivers in Dairy - 7 caregivers found

I enjoy Caregiving because I can have a specific impact on someone else, and Caregiving has been one of the most rewarding experiences I have had. I am honest, trustworthy, and very patient.

I am patient and realistic. I know that our faculties change as we get older.It can be frightening to loose control of our lives as well as our bodies. I feel I am here to help my clients accept and embrace what is occurring . I have to readjust my expectations daily. I have clients who appear to be fading then suddenly are back to where they were. I am observant, I notice shifts in enthusiasm and attitude. I don't ignore those observations I make note to see if something has gone wrong or right!I understand the need for routine and control of your surroundings, personal items and placement of furniture. I read blogs, magazines and books to keep up on nutrition, medications, benefits, and side affects, and behavior. I am very interested in brain trauma, the effects of stroke on behavior,balance, aphasia. I have worked closely with several stroke survivors. Currently I assist a woman in who experiences aphasia. She is taking part in a study by Portland State University on aphasia and how it affects stroke survivors and their families. I have learned a great deal from her and the study. Previous to this, I worked with a stroke survivor who had a stroke after open heart surgery. When we first met she was unable to sit alone ,she has gone from being unable to sit alone to getting in and out of bed walking for up to 40 minutes with a walker, 6-13-16 she walked alone. I had her do her exercises every day, work on computer games, given by her Occupational therapist. She now removes her own shoes, and can dress her self. I was a caregiver to my mother after a brain injury suffered in a terrible car accident. In 2010 I shared hospice care for my brother who had bone cancer. My thoughts everyday were, what can I do to better understand what is happening, and how can I give him comfort. All of these qualities make me a good caregiver.

What makes me a great caregiver is my desire to give back to seniors and to make them happy and give them comfort from the best. I became a caregiver, because my grandmother was a RN and she was my inspiration.

I'm Courtney and I have been a caregiver for over ten years. I pay attention to detail and encourage as much independence and dignity with ADLs as possible. I enjoy helping people and am an empathetic person. I am reliable and pick up shifts when needed. I am proud of being a caregiver and that I still love doing this job.

I'm a diverse outgoing person, I get along and can relate to people from all walks of life. I truly enjoy helping others specially those that can't help themselves, and I do my best to ensure all needs are met in a timely professional manner. I like to think of my clients as family or friends cause I think comfort is important in this field as well as compassion. I enjoy cleaning more than the average person and look forward to meeting new friends/clients. If you're looking for a friendly hard working caregiver, contact me today!

My personality traits or expertise that helps me be a great caregiver are: That I have Respect, Empathy, Reliability, Patience, very caring and compassionate. I have my own transportation. I have a sunny disposition. I have Excellent verbal and written communication. Ability to follow set rules and protocol. Time management and organizational skills. I was attracted to care giving when my great grandparents health started failing in 2000. I enjoyed taking care of elderly family members and would like to help others in this way. I like to help with making someone smile and doing the little things that has the potential to make a difference in someone's life. A personal achievement of mine is I am happily married and a mother to 4 wonderful children, 2 of that are disabled we own 2.3 acres with a beautiful home and we are mortgage free. Another a personal achievement is I have my Ged and 2 years of college. Also I have devoted over half my life to caring for the elderly and the disabled. My message number is 541-591-6515.

I am a experienced caregiver ,I worked in dementia care for two years .