Care Provided: Live-in
Languages: English Shona Bemba Nyanja
Age: 50+
Years Experience: 24
Description
Hello, I'm Veronica C, a dedicated female carer with a passion for providing top-quality care to individuals in need. With experience in supporting clients with a range of conditions including Mild Cognitive Impairment, Bedbound individuals, Parkinson's Disease, as well as those battling Anxiety and Depression, I am well-equipped to handle various caregiving challenges. My expertise includes bathing, toileting, dressing assistance, catheter care, and most importantly, providing companionship to those under my care.
Although I may not be able to drive or own a car, my commitment to delivering compassionate care remains unwavering. My skills extend beyond the physical aspects of care - I believe in the power of emotional support and forming genuine connections with those I assist. As a lover of cooking, baking, puzzles, socializing, reading, and music, I strive to incorporate my hobbies into the caregiving experience, making it not just a duty but also a fulfilling and enriching interaction for both the client and myself.
One of my unique traits is my fondness for snakes, reflecting my open-minded and accepting nature. Caring, friendly, and always willing to lend a helping hand, I find immense satisfaction in enabling individuals to lead independent lives with dignity and comfort. Ultimately, my motivation for caregiving stems from a deep-seated desire to make a positive impact on the lives of those in need, ensuring they feel valued, supported, and cherished.
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 Bedbound Parkinson's Disease Anxiety Depression Type 1 Diabetes (Insulin Dependent) Type 2 Diabetes (Non Insulin Dependent) Osteoporosis Rheumatoid Arthritis Heart Disease Stroke Post Operative Cancer Respiratory Illness (COPD, Asthma, etc.) Urinary Disorder (UTI, Incontinence, etc.) Poor or Declining Mobility Dementia (Alzheimer, Vascular, etc.) Deafness 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
Hobbies - I have an interest in these activities and like to talk about them.
Cooking & Baking
Puzzles
Socialising
Reading
Music
Sports
Pet Preferences - I am happy to look after these sorts of pets alongside a patient.
Snakes
£148.00/day
£177.50/day
Give us a call on 0203 369 3624 to discuss how care is priced.
External Reference
Reviewed on 19th July 2024
Veronica is an excellent staff who genuinely cares about supporting others and providing high quality and person-centred care in a consistently positive and skilful manner. She handles the stress associated with dementia care with a calm demeanour, and her ability to think quickly on her feet and assist with any patient care when needed is exceptional. Veronica is a well-organised individual who balances these traits with a sensitivity to the needs of our patients and their families. Veronica has demonstrated her ability to establish excellent rapport with other professionals including nurses, medical doctors, and staff. I hold Veronica in high regard and without any reservations, I recommend her for employment or any other endeavours she chooses to pursue. Please feel free to contact me if you have any further questions.