I became a Caregiver for my parents when they were elderly. And it took off from there. It seems like when I have completed one job, another opens. I solely do this on my own with no agency. I am at the point where I DO need job opportunities. Caregiving gives me the feeling and KNOWING that I am helping someone that NEEDS someone there for them. They appreciate that person. My personal achievement that I am most proud of is that I was in the US Navy. I live in Pacific Beach. At this time I am unemployed yet available to start work immediately. In the past I took care of my parents that were restricted to their home. My Mom had cancer, back surgery and a heart attack and was bedridden. My Dad had COPD, emphysema. He was on oxygen 24/7 and was unable to care for himself as well. Along with managing their meds, helping them exercise, etc I did all of the cooking and cleaning. I took care of a personal friend that is in a wheelchair. Basically the same procedure in taking care of her as I did for my parents. Also helped with her physical therapy.
Caregivers that work non-full-time jobs or irregular shifts can negotiate extra compensation in addition to their standard hourly wage.
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