Stroke Caregivers in Independence County - 5 caregivers found

I became a caregiver in 2005 not sure of what this job as in store for me. I started the CNA job just so I could get a job anywhere I go. Not knowing that I would meet some wonderful people a long the way. From my residents to my co-workers I have learned that being a caregiver is what I like best about my life. I love taking care of the elderly, they have shown me a lot through the years, I have had some really great people stay with while they have departed the earth. I like to see my residents do a lot of things on their own, with little to no help. To keep their independency, because not only will they tell you that they can do it on their own, they will do things on their own inspite of what you say. I like to think that my residents are my on family, in time they do become my family. The elderly that I have taken care of have made me who I am today. Not only am I their for them I am also there for their family as well, to give them a peace of mind to ensure them they are getting good quality care from me.

I have always been a nurturing person by nature. Between caring for family, and my professional career, I have over 15 years of experience. I was born a people person. I have a deep passion for helping the elderly, and disabled. It started as a teen caring for my great-grandmother, and was compounded when I became a mother of a special needs child. Caregiving is who I am.

* I ama very outgoing and understanding person. * I have always loved taking care of other people and I took care of my grandpa until he passed away. * I enjoy meeting new people and getting to know my clients and there family and friends. * I have never been fired by a client and I have never stolen anything from my clients. I do not take gifts or anything from my clients. If they hand my there debit card to go to the store I always have them make a list and I get a receipt for what I picked up.

I am very compassionate about what I do. I take care of my residents like they are my own family. I started being a caregiver when my mom was diagnosed with cancer when I was 18. My dad had to work, my brother was only 16 and still in high school so I took a leave of absence from cosmetology school to take care of Mom. Every person has a awesome story of their life's journey. I do my best to do everything I can to make them happy comfortable and not lonely

I appreciate the wonderful stories of a time that has almost been forgotten. I love my job because you are always appreciated. Rarely do you work where you can make a difference as you can by helping others . It isn't really a job to me and I love my patients as if they were my family. I have been fortunate to stay with all my patients to the end --this could be helping them transition to a nursing home or when they go home to the Lord . It has been blessing to work with such wonderful families.