Dementia Caregivers in Mcdowell - 14 caregivers found

My name is Andrea Sparks and I am a wife and mother of two daughters and one son. Helping others is something that I've always been passionate about. To me it is such a rewarding career being that not only do you get to know your patients well but also get to know their families as well. I have been working as a caregiver for over 15 years now. What made me want to be a CNA/ Caregiver, was when I was 16 my grandfather whom I was very close to had a massive stroke and ended up being paralyzed on the right side, he had to be placed into a LTC center even though we wanted to keep him at home. But it was when I visited him daily that I saw and realized what being a caregiver actually entailed. They were so good to him, and in turn he not only thought the World of them, but we all did to. This helped me to realize what I wanted to do when I grew up.

Caring for others have always been my passion..

I'm a fun loving person with a good heart and a strong head on my shoulders. I will go above and beyond for the care of my patients.

Make my heart warm when i walk in to meet someone new it just make me feel good knowing i have make someone happy. Taking care of my late husband who had small cell lung cancer. I enjoy listen to the story they have to tell. Getting up ever morning getting ready for job I really enjoy.

Here's a little about me! I have 10 years of CNA experience, I absolutely love doing what I do and I love meeting new people. I'm very outgoing and would love nothing more than to see your loved one laugh! I always vow to take the very best care of anyone who comes into my life. I obtained my CNA in highschool along with finishing all my other classes, I'm a quick learner. I have lots of experience with Alzheimer's & dementia. I know how it can affect a family and I'm here to help!

I am a Nurse with a great passion for my career in nursing. I have always spent my time caring for others throughout my life including children. I love being that person who can help people to feel more comfortable with their daily activities and their condition or situation. I appreciate the stages of life and the fact that every person is unique in that no two people respond to any situation or illness in the same way which requires a great deal of communication and organization to find what care plan works best for each one. My greatest accomplishment other than being a mother to my two amazing kids, has been becoming a nurse where I have gained additional skills to provide the best care possible.

Caregivers are all around us. But that doesn't mean they are all great caregivers. When it comes down to what separates the caregivers from the great caregivers there are some marked traits and work habits that stand out. Those who have experienced a great caregiver could make a list of what makes them great and sets them apart from the crowd. Working with people in a home care setting, it is essential that a caregiver feel the desire to want to help. By showing both empathy and compassion, I will let the person they are caring for know that they care about the person and want to do what they can to help them. When you work with someone who needs home care it is important that you are patient and understanding. It helps to sometimes put yourself in the other person's shoes and see what it might be like to ask people for help. A great caregiver is someone that can be counted on to be there. Most people who need home care services are in a vulnerable position. They are inviting someone into their home to be near their valuables. A good caregiver is someone who is trustworthy in this regard, as well as in being trusted to keep the client's information confidential.

I became a caregiver because I like to make a difference and help others. I loved being a nurse aid but I started doing in home caring. I know when I'm in charge of taking care of someone the job really gets done and by someone who truly cares.

My name is Kaylee. I'm looking for a home care job providing care for anyone in need of help. I have experience working in hospitals and nursing homes.

*Certified Nursing Assistant *State Registered Medication Assistant *BCBS CPR certified