Jalesa S.

I have been a full time caregiver for my mother in law for the past 11 years (she has dementia/Alzheimer's). In addition to my MIL, I have also helped care for both of my grandmothers who were in their 90s. Currently, I have an elderly companion that I play cards with and take grocery shopping. I love working with the elderly and hearing about their times growing up. My family has always been able to care for their elderly generations at home instead of a nursing facility. I enjoy helping other working families do the same. Whether it's staying overnight, drop ins to have a friend, take them to doctors visits, grocery shopping, or wherever they would like to go for a few hours. I do have to limit my services to around 7-10 miles from my home (Pelzer/Woodmont area) at the current time due to my current commitments.

Passionate about quality and caring home care for those in need and desiring to remain in familiar surroundings during their golden years. I am an active semi retired caregiver. It has been said that I can work circles around those half my age. My background is that of a dedicated, hard worker that was taught how to be proficient yet caring in a time when a bedside manner was important. I started out as an aide and was taught and expected to manage in home care that today requires a two + year degree. I currently care for a gentleman during the week, part-time with dementia. After giving a two week notice my start date is flexible but I am available immediately for weekend position. I am an amateur chef. My passion is first and foremost my family. I am interested in genealogy, history, reading, journaling, gardening and non-political current events. I can hold an intelligent conversation and I am an excellent listener. I cared for my mother in home during the last six of her 94 years. She suffered with dementia, diabetes (insulin dependent), arthritis, incontinence and mobility issues. She wanted to spend her last days in her own home for which I am very thankful I was able to be instrumental in granting her wish. I have spent 30+ years, off and on, in the health care industry in positions of nurse aide and home health care aide. I have hospice experience. I value life and respect end of life wishes. I hope that as I age that I will have someone who will show me the same respect, care, empathy and loving commitment to my care as I provide to my patients.