Home Care Aide (HCA) Caregivers in San Jose - 58 caregivers found

Hi, my name is Dom. I live in Hayward city. I've been caregiver for 20 years.

I am from small island of Srilanka ,and back home I was a primary teacher and subject teacher in high school student for 8 years.Looking for kids have teaching experience for six years help for me to take care elderly kids. Year 2008 June I came to U S A as a Permanent residence. From 2009 I got the first client Mrs Sydrion Lofton .She was spinal stenosis client. For four and a half years she got lot of improvements while I took care her. But unfortunately When she had a surgery I lost my loving client. She treats me like her own daughter. She is a good friend to me. I lost first job,friend mother, teacher, well wisher. Honestly I like teaching job . and It take long time to cover the units. But when I stat the caregiving job , It's gives me more happy. and I need to help my daughter s college expenses also. So I choose caring Elderly people.

I'm a mother of 5 and grandmother to 10. I've worked as a caregiver for the last 15+ years and counting. I love my clients and working with the elderly. What started out as a job became second nature and probably alot of that has to do with my cultural background. I loved it so much, I paid for my own training and certifications to be an independent caregiver. I got bonded, insured and registered with the state and I have several great references from the loving families of those whom I have cared for over the years. I've had great experiences with those who I have worked for and with, along with learning from wonderful nurses and doctors that I've interacted with during the care of many of my clients. I am very proud of the achievements I've made in taking the initiative to learn as I go with each client, and each client came with various conditions and ailments, and some with multiple conditions. It has been a great journey of growth and connection for me like no other and I find it so fulfilling to be able to help our elderly population in need. They have been all like family.

I am a reliable caregiver with several years of experience caring for the elderly and vulnerable adults. Posesses an excellent client care ,works well with bedridden,physically challenged and memory-impaired residents. Friendly and compassionate with excellent inter-personal communication skills. Flexible available days, swing shift, weekends and holidays. Discreet and confidential in all dealings with the residents and staffs.

I became a caregiver when a family friend had a stoke and couldn't find someone to help or keep her company or enrich her time somehow. After her passing i realized that this was something I wanted to do and have done so for the past eight years. I am licensed, insured and currently working on my CNA/ Nursing license.

I started working as a caregiver since I was 16. What inspired me to this field is my Grandparents. I am very patient, honest, reliable, confident, and a great team player. I treat people that I care for with respect and dignity. Giving my best in my work and seeing that clients and their families are happy is very rewarding .

I have been a caregiver for more than 2 years, I really enjoy my position due to being able to help others out and also work closer to my career goals.

Calm, upbeat demeanor to give patients more than just a caregiver but to give them a friend Active listening skills to take my time to understand what a patient is trying to communicate Capability to monitor effectively and tell when something needs to be changed to a patient's routine Exceptional cooking skills to accommodate any diet restrictions

I'm caring and compassionate, and I love God, I cared for my Dad before he passed, so I love being around Seniors and this is the major thing that made me consider working as a caregiver. I enjoy being around Seniors because it reminds me that one day am gonna be like them so I treat them well. My clients always thank and bless me whenever I work with them. I love Seniors

Professional Summary: Compassionate, trustworthy, and responsible, with a strong desire to work with the elderly in the healthcare field as a caregiver. Dedicated to helping people live full, dignified lives. HIGHLIGHTS: Ability to assist clients and residents with grooming and bathing. Strong desire to go above and beyond the typical job description. Able to adapt to the family values of individuals. Thorough understanding of the aging process. SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE: * Friendly attitude * Excellent attention to detail * Compassionate nature * Hardworking and trustworthy * Aspired to help others * Enthusiastic about taking new challenges * Extremely organized * Ability to work independently