Lauren P.

$15.00 / hr

Lititz, PA

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About Lauren

Decided to begin pursuing elderly in-home caregiving after a family friend suffered from 2 strokes at the age of 90. The family was unable to financially afford the transition to a senior living community and being that I train my clients in the evening, I had time available during my day and told the family I would help. After a year and a half spent caring for this woman, having her pass and having my own grandmother whom I was very close to pass right around the same time, I felt that it was something I wished to continue doing. I especially enjoy the intimate connection one makes with someone during the caretaking process. While they were trusting me to help them during their most vulnerable moments, they don't realize that they are in turn teaching me just as much. I had no idea that this type of work would elicit such a unique reward for myself, and also provide such a visible release of stress and burden off of those families which I choose to help.

Caregiving Services & Expertise

Services

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

Job Interests

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

Cancer Recovery
Dementia
Depression
Home Health Care
Multiple Sclerosis
Neurological Disorders
Orthopedic Care
Post Surgery Recovery
Stroke
Vision and Eye Disorders
Senior Care
Elder Care
Home Care

Languages

English

Experience & Education

Owner

Jan 2009 - Present

Lancaster Elite Basketball Training LLC

-Began small practice training select elite level female basketball players from the Lancaster and surrounding counties. -Implement training sessions specific to the individual needs of the client. -Work with 19 youth and their families one hour a week on the training needs for superior athletic development.

Jan 2009 - Present

Senior Care Giving

Jan 2017 - Present

Self Employed

-Began using days to assist families in need of care for the elderly and their in-home family members. -Working with several families who have care giving needs ranging from Multiple Sclerosis to Alzheimer's and Dementia. -Assist families in daily household activities that ease their stress of caring for their in-home family member.

Jan 2017 - Present

Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

Jan 2008 - Jan 2011

Kutztown, PA

Jan 2008 - Jan 2011

Senior Counselor

Jan 2006 - Jan 2008

Gaudenzia Inc

-Worked as Senior Therapist in therapeutic setting group home for dual diagnostic clients and their families. -Provided individual and family therapy for clients and families. -Monitored and tracked daily progress of clients throughout duration of treatment. -Facilitated group sessions with clients focusing on areas of psychosocial development and addiction patterns.

Jan 2006 - Jan 2008

Counselor

Jan 1998 - Jan 2005

Family Resources

-Facilitated life skills groups for homeless or wayward youth at runaway shelter. -Monitored progress of client throughout course of treatment. -Worked with schools and outside agencies to facilitate positive reinforcement of behaviors. -Provided individual and family counseling to clients and their families.

Jan 1998 - Jan 2005

Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

Jan 1997 - Jan 2002

Kutztown, PA

Jan 1997 - Jan 2002

Psychiatric Care Intern

Jan 1998 - Jan 2002

Kid's Peace

-Intern at adolescent inpatient psychiatric unit. -Completed initial psychological assessment at time of intake. -Monitored behavior and tracked daily progress. -Assisted in life skills groups and clinical individual sessions.

Jan 1998 - Jan 2002

Support Staff

Jan 1999 - Jan 2002

United Support Group

-Assisted in care taking of disabled youth. -Engaged in activities and outings for youth. -Monitored progress and development of youth.

Jan 1999 - Jan 2002

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