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Care Provided: Day
Languages: English
Age: 40-50
Years Experience: 1
Description
Joanna S: An Empathetic Companion for Independent Living
Hello there! I'm Joanna, a compassionate and experienced home carer with a passion for helping others lead independent and fulfilling lives. With a diverse range of skills and a genuine desire to make a difference, I am confident that I can provide the support and companionship that you or your loved one needs.
With many years of experience in the field, I have worked with individuals dealing with various conditions such as mild cognitive impairment, anxiety, depression, rheumatoid arthritis, and stroke. These experiences have equipped me with the knowledge and understanding necessary to deliver personalized care to each individual based on their unique needs.
One of the aspects of my role that I truly enjoy is providing assistance with daily tasks such as bathing, toileting, dressing, and catheter care. Seeing individuals regain their independence and confidence brings me immense satisfaction. Additionally, I believe that companionship plays a crucial role in enhancing overall wellbeing, and I strive to create a warm and engaging environment through conversation, activities, or simply being present.
Outside of my caregiving role, I have a variety of interests and hobbies that I believe contribute to my ability to connect with people. I find joy in painting, walking, dancing, cooking, baking, and even decorating. These activities allow me to bring a creative and enthusiastic energy to the relationship we will build.
It's important to mention that I have a reliable car and a clean driving record, which enables me to assist with errands and transportation if needed. I am comfortable working with clients who have cats, dogs, fish, rabbits, or birds as pets, as I genuinely appreciate the companionship they provide.
Above all, my motivation for caring stems from a deep desire to make a positive impact on people's lives. I believe that everyone deserves respect, dignity, and the opportunity to maintain their independence. As your dedicated home carer, I am committed to ensuring your wellbeing and happiness as you navigate life's challenges.
If you're looking for a friendly and empathetic caregiver who can provide the support you or your loved one needs, I would be delighted to help. Let's take this journey together and make every day a meaningful one.
Skills - I have been trained with the following skills
Bathing Toileting Assistance with Dressing Catheter Care Companionship Cooking Laundry Cleaning Administrative Tasks Hoist Assistance Moving and Handling Medication Reminders Eating and Drinking Assistance
Experience - I have worked with these issues in the past
Mild Cognitive Impairment Anxiety Depression Rheumatoid Arthritis Traumatic Brain Injury Stroke Post Operative Urinary Disorder (UTI, Incontinence, etc.) Poor or Declining Mobility Dementia (Alzheimer, Vascular, etc.) Deafness Visual Impairment Physical Disability ME/CFS (Chronic Fatigue Syndrome)
I get to work by: Car
Can I Drive Patients? No, I cannot drive
Hobbies - I have an interest in these activities and like to talk about them.
Painting
Walking
Dancing
Cooking & Baking
Decorating
Photography
Socialising
Reading
Watching TV
Volunteering
Pet Preferences - I am happy to look after these sorts of pets alongside a patient.
Cats
Dogs
Fish
Rabbits
Birds
Lizards
Turtles
£20.00/hr
£18.89/hr
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