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Care Provided: Day Night Live-in
Languages: Afrikaans English
Age: 30-40
Years Experience: 1
Description
Hello, I am Olakunle, a compassionate and experienced male home carer with a heart dedicated to providing top-notch care for individuals in need. With a diverse background in caring for individuals dealing with mild cognitive impairment, being bedbound, Parkinson's disease, anxiety, and depression, I bring a wealth of understanding and expertise to my role. Whether it's providing live-in, hourly, or overnight care, I am committed to ensuring the well-being and comfort of those under my care.
Having the ability to drive and access to my own car allows me to offer flexibility and convenience in meeting the needs of my clients. My skillset includes assisting with bathing, toileting, dressing, catheter care, and offering valuable companionship to those I care for. Beyond fulfilling the physical needs of my clients, I foster meaningful connections and provide emotional support, creating a sense of security and companionship that is essential for their overall well-being.
Outside of caregiving, I find joy in walking, playing card games, cooking and baking, solving puzzles, and socializing with others. I have a fondness for pets, including cats, dogs, fish, rabbits, and birds, adding an extra layer of companionship and joy to my caregiving environment. With a caring, friendly, and helpful demeanor, my motivation lies in helping individuals lead independent lives and providing the support needed to enhance their quality of life.
Skills - I have been trained with the following skills
Supporting Children Supporting Young Adults 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 Osteoporosis Rheumatoid Arthritis Spinal Injury Learning Disabilties Downs Syndrome Epilepsy 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
Card Games
Cooking & Baking
Puzzles
Socialising
Board Games
Video Games
Watching TV
Sports
Pet Preferences - I am happy to look after these sorts of pets alongside a patient.
Cats
Dogs
Fish
Rabbits
Birds
Lizards
Turtles
Spiders
£20.00/hr
£18.00/hr
£140.00/day
£185.00/day
Give us a call on 0203 369 3624 to discuss how care is priced.
£17.00/hr
£14.00/hr
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Reviewed on 28th February 2024
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