Care Provided:
Languages: English Croatian
Age: 40-50
Years Experience: 11
Description
Hello, my name is Kristina and I am a professional caregiver and physiotherapist. I have been in the health business for over 10 years and have had the privilege of working with many different types of clients. I have worked with clients with MS, cerebral palsy, cancer, stroke rehabilitation, depression, dementia and other chronic illnesses. For my main client I was coming as a permanent replacement for 13 years until 2019. when Ms Nicole passed away. Also did private physio for stroke recovery. Skilled in using hoist, pressure sores wound dressings, hygiene, anatomy and body functioning. IT literate, help with correspondence, communication.
I am a patient, compassionate, and reliable caregiver who is dedicated to providing the best possible care for my clients. I am also a skilled homemaker and have experience in cooking, cleaning, and providing personal care assistance. I am available to work full-time or part-time to accommodate my clients' needs. If you are looking for a caring, experienced, and reliable caregiver, please contact me. I look forward to meeting you and providing the best possible care for you or your loved one.
Skills - I have been trained with the following skills
Supporting Young Adults Bathing Toileting Assistance with Dressing Wound Dressing Catheter Care APO-Go Insulin Pumps 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
Autism Spectrum Disorders Mild Cognitive Impairment Bedbound Parkinson's Disease Anxiety Depression Type 2 Diabetes (Non Insulin Dependent) Osteoporosis Rheumatoid Arthritis Multiple Sclerosis Muscular Dystrophy Traumatic Brain Injury Cerebral Palsy Heart Disease Stroke Post Operative Orthopaedic Injuries / Broken Bones Cancer Respiratory Illness (COPD, Asthma, etc.) Urinary Disorder (UTI, Incontinence, etc.) Poor or Declining Mobility Dementia (Alzheimer, Vascular, etc.) Deafness Visual Impairment Physical Disability End Of Life Care ME/CFS (Chronic Fatigue Syndrome)
I get to work by: Public transport
Can I Drive Patients? No, I cannot drive
Event Chaperoning: Yes, Outside the UK
Holiday Chaperoning: Yes, Outside the UK
Hobbies - I have an interest in these activities and like to talk about them.
Walking
Cooking & Baking
Puzzles
Decorating
Gardening
Yoga
DIY
Pet Preferences - I am happy to look after these sorts of pets alongside a patient.
Cats
Dogs
Fish
Rabbits
Birds
Lizards
Turtles
External Reference
Reviewed on 26th September 2022
wow, amazing advice and guidance. She has a no-nonsense approach which is refreshing, I really like her honesty. If more people could be as compassionate and loyal as her, then we would not have a crazy world to live in.
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Reviewed on 26th September 2022
Kristina is a reliable individual who cares for the wellbeing of those around her. She is detailed, organised and well spoken. I always felt supported by her. I found her flexible and adaptable. I would recommend her for any job as she was very helpful to me.