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Thomas R.
$20.00 / hr
Bowling Green, KY
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My dad was a 32 year retired military officer and a Green Beret. For 7 years, until his passing, I was responsible for all aspects of daily care. Included were meals, medication allocation, diabetes testing, transportation, (unfortunately he spent 5 years in a wheelchair) applications for making the home safe, wound care due to 4 major surgeries (some surgeries related to purple hearts from decades ago) dozens of minor surgeries due to agent orange/cancer, hygiene, house keeping, physical therapy, Dementia, Alzheimer's, depression, monitored vital sign, bed making, received physician's order, coordinated with hospital, physicians and physical therapist for monthly checks, perform first aide, kept him socially engaged by going to outside events i.e. restaurants, ball games, events and activities. All my very best Thomas (Tim) Riggs Hope to hear from you soon.
Caregiving Services & Expertise
Services
- Bathing
- Dressing & Grooming
- Medication Reminders
- Meal Prep
- Groceries & Shopping
- Transferring & Mobility
- Exercise
- Transportation
- Housekeeping
- Companionship
Job Interests
- Full Time
- Part Time
- Short Term
- Overnight
- Weekend Live-In
- 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
- Dementia
- Depression
- Diabetes
- Gastrointestinal Disorders
- Hearing Disorders
- Home Health Care
- Hospice Care
- Orthopedic Care
- Palliative Care
- Post Surgery Recovery
- Respiratory Disorders
- Skin Disorders
- Senior Care
- Elder Care
- Home Care
Languages
- English
Experience & Education
Caregiver for my father
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Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green, KY
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