Care Provided: Day Live-in
Languages: English
Age: 50+
Years Experience: 6
Description
Hello, I'm Belinda B, a non-binary home carer with a passion for helping others live independently and happily. With experience in caring for individuals with Mild Cognitive Impairment, Dementia, bedbound patients, palliative care, I bring a wealth of knowledge and compassion to my role. I offer both Live-in and Hourly care options, providing support tailored to the unique needs of each individual.
I am grateful to possess the ability to drive and own a car, allowing me to offer transportation services to those in need. My skills include bathing, toileting, dressing assistance, catheter care, and providing companionship to those who may feel lonely or isolated. In addition to my caregiving abilities, I also enjoy engaging in various hobbies such as painting, walking, playing card games, solving puzzles, and decorating spaces to create a warm and inviting environment.
With a soft spot for pets, I happily care for cats, dogs, fish, and birds, recognizing the joy and comfort they bring to many individuals. My attributes of being caring, friendly, and helpful guide me in creating meaningful connections with those I care for. My motivation lies in seeing the positive impact I can have on someone's life, allowing them to maintain their independence and dignity while receiving the support they need.
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 Osteoporosis Rheumatoid Arthritis Multiple Sclerosis 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.
Painting
Walking
Card Games
Puzzles
Decorating
DIY
Socialising
Board Games
Watching TV
Pet Preferences - I am happy to look after these sorts of pets alongside a patient.
Cats
Dogs
Fish
Birds
£20.00/hr
£18.50/hr
£145.00/day
£175.00/day
Give us a call on 0203 369 3624 to discuss how care is priced.
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Reviewed on 26th May 2024
Belinda is a very caring person, she has good manual handling skills having used hoists during her time with my mother. She prepares meals and likes to ensure a high level of personal care is provided. She is reliable and has had no episodes of sickness