Andrea E.

> Proud Carelinx Professional Private Caregiver- Diamond Level. > NCCDP- Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP) #279197 > I am COVID 19 Vaccinated: PFIZER Dates: 3/10/21 Lot# EN6205, 3/31/21 Lot# ER8733. I am a caregiver with a heart full of compassion, possessing the unique ability to empathize and sympathize. With eight years of experience in private home care with Carelinx since 2016, several Assisted Living and Memory Care Communities, I take pride in providing dedicated and kind-hearted support to all my Care Adults. I find fulfillment in making a positive impact on the lives of those I care for, especially when it comes to someone special who have spent a lifetime caring for others, their partner and their children. Now, it's their turn to receive that extra-SPECIAL CARE they deserve.

As a former public school teacher, agency staff member and school administrator, I have had the opportunity to serve families in many capacities. As a child of a parent with Alzheimer's, I have care-giving experience. Additionally, with a psychology degree, I have had the opportunity to apply strategies and best practices in working with individuals that exhibit challenging behaviors. My special education background allows me to understand how to work with PT and OT needs. Recently, I cared for a gentlemen in his home fulltime through Right At Home agency. He just transitioned to memory care. I received caregiver of the month recently. My service at Home Instead allowed me many great experiences with clients from various backgrounds and needs. I was awarded Caregiver of the Quarter by the agency Dec. 2018. It was an honor and especially when it was my pleasure to serve them. I am very reliable and dependable and enjoy immensely helping families. Caring for others has been my life's focus. I enjoy preparing meals and ensuring clients have a quality life with dignity. I am healthy and exercise frequently to stay strong mentally and physically for my clients.