Care Provided: Day Night Live-in
Languages: English
Age: 50+
Years Experience: 19
Description
Biography: Catherine K
Greetings! My name is Catherine, and I am a skilled and compassionate home carer with a wealth of experience in providing support and assistance to individuals with diverse care needs. With a caring and friendly nature, my main motivation is to help people lead independent lives while ensuring their safety and well-being.
Over the years, I have successfully cared for clients with various conditions including Mild Cognitive Impairment, Parkinson's Disease, anxiety, depression, and being bedbound. I am well-versed in providing bathing, toileting, and assistance with dressing. Additionally, I have expertise in catheter care and specialize in offering companionship, understanding the importance of emotional support.
Not only do I possess the necessary skills and experience, but I am also fortunate to have the ability to drive and my own car. This allows me to provide live-in, hourly, and overnight care as needed. I am extremely versatile and can adapt to various situations and clients' needs.
Apart from my professional responsibilities, I have several hobbies that keep me enthusiastic and active. I enjoy walking, dancing, card games, puzzles, and practicing yoga. These activities not only keep me physically fit but also help me stay mentally sharp, which I believe is vital in providing exceptional care.
Lastly, I am a pet lover and have a soft spot for cats, fish, rabbits, and birds. I am more than happy to help take care of any furry or feathery friends you may have.
If you are seeking a caring and dependable carer who is passionate about assisting individuals with their daily needs, look no further. I am here to provide top-notch care and ensure you or your loved one feels valued, respected, and assisted in leading an independent life.
Skills - I have been trained with the following skills
PEG feeding Supporting Children Supporting Young Adults Tracheostomy Care Without Ventilator 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
Autism Spectrum Disorders Mild Cognitive Impairment Bedbound Parkinson's Disease Anxiety Depression Eating Disorders Type 1 Diabetes (Insulin Dependent) Type 2 Diabetes (Non Insulin Dependent) Osteoporosis Rheumatoid Arthritis Spinal Injury Learning Disabilties Downs Syndrome Muscular Dystrophy Epilepsy Traumatic Brain Injury Schizophrenia Bipolar Psychosis Cerebral Palsy Cystic Fibrosis Heart Disease Stroke Post Operative HIV / AIDS Orthopaedic Injuries / Broken Bones Cancer Huntington's Disease Respiratory Illness (COPD, Asthma, etc.) Urinary Disorder (UTI, Incontinence, etc.) Poor or Declining Mobility Dementia (Alzheimer, Vascular, etc.) Physical Disability End Of Life Care 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
Card Games
Cooking & Baking
Puzzles
Decorating
Knitting
Yoga
DIY
Socialising
Board Games
Reading
Watching TV
Music
Sports
Pet Preferences - I am happy to look after these sorts of pets alongside a patient.
Cats
Fish
Rabbits
Birds
£15.40/hr
£19.89/hr
£18.50/hr
£173.50/day
£206.00/day
Give us a call on 0203 369 3624 to discuss how care is priced.
£20.00/hr
£16.20/hr
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