Care Provided: Day Night Live-in
Languages: English
Age: 50+
Years Experience: 8
Description
Name: Margaret N
Gender: Female
Hello, my name is Margaret and I am an experienced home carer with a passion for helping others. With a caring and friendly nature, I have dedicated my career to supporting individuals in leading independent and fulfilling lives. I specialize in providing hourly and overnight care, and have extensive experience in assisting clients with Mild Cognitive Impairment, Parkinson's Disease, and mental health challenges such as anxiety and depression.
One of the key attributes that sets me apart is my ability to adapt to various care needs. Whether it be bathing, toileting, assisting with dressing, or providing catheter care, I am well-versed in these essential tasks. Besides providing physical support, I also enjoy providing companionship and engaging in meaningful conversations with my clients.
With my driving license and car, I am able to offer transportation services to appointments and other social engagements. This ensures that my clients have the freedom to explore the world beyond their homes. Furthermore, I bring my own unique set of skills to the table, including the ability to create delicious meals and treats, engage in light gardening, and even practice yoga together if desired.
In my free time, I enjoy walking, dancing, and exploring new recipes in the kitchen. I find solace in nature and can often be found tending to my own garden. Additionally, I have a deep appreciation for reptiles and arachnids, particularly lizards, turtles, snakes, and spiders.
My motivation for being a carer stems from the satisfaction and joy I experience in helping others maintain their independence. Witnessing my clients' progress and improving their quality of life is incredibly rewarding to me. If you're searching for a caring, friendly, and helpful carer, please don't hesitate to reach out. I would love the opportunity to support you or your loved one in any way I can.
Skills - I have been trained with the following skills
PEG feeding Sign language Supporting Children Supporting Young Adults Tracheostomy Care Without Ventilator Tracheostomy Care With Ventilator Bathing Toileting Assistance with Dressing Wound Dressing Catheter Care Colostomy 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 Eating Disorders Type 1 Diabetes (Insulin Dependent) Type 2 Diabetes (Non Insulin Dependent) Osteoporosis Rheumatoid Arthritis 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: Car
Can I Drive Patients? No, I cannot drive
Hobbies - I have an interest in these activities and like to talk about them.
Walking
Dancing
Cooking & Baking
Gardening
Yoga
Socialising
Reading
Watching TV
Music
Writing
Pet Preferences - I am happy to look after these sorts of pets alongside a patient.
Lizards
Turtles
Snakes
Spiders
£20.00/hr
£18.50/hr
£145.00/day
£185.00/day
Give us a call on 0203 369 3624 to discuss how care is priced.
£18.50/hr
£14.50/hr
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