Care Provided: Day Night
Languages: English French
Age: 50+
Years Experience: 21
Description
My name is Corinne and I am a dedicated and experienced home carer. With a diverse range of care types under my belt, including live-in, hourly, and overnight care, I have had the privilege of supporting individuals with various needs and conditions.
Throughout my career, I have worked with clients who have mild cognitive impairment, are bedbound, living with Parkinson's Disease, and experiencing anxiety and depression. I am well-equipped to provide the care and support needed for these individuals, ensuring their safety and comfort at all times.
One of my greatest strengths is my ability to assist with daily tasks such as bathing, toileting, and dressing. I understand the importance of maintaining one's independence and dignity, and I strive to make my clients feel comfortable and confident throughout the care process. Additionally, I enjoy providing companionship and engaging in activities such as cooking and baking together, reading, and even watching TV or listening to music based on my client's preferences.
Outside of my professional life, I have a range of hobbies that I enjoy, including walking, cooking and baking (which I often bring into my caregiving role), reading, and watching TV. These experiences have given me a balanced perspective and the ability to connect with people from all walks of life.
I am a caring, friendly, and helpful individual, always ready to lend a hand and provide support whenever needed. With a true passion for helping others lead independent lives, I am motivated by the positive impact that I can make on my clients' daily lives.
As a carer, I have the ability to drive and I own a car, which allows me to provide transportation and accompany my clients on outings or appointments. I am also comfortable with pets, including cats, dogs, fish, rabbits, and birds.
It is my goal to not only provide excellent care but also to foster a trusting and compassionate relationship with each individual I work with. I am confident in my abilities and believe that I can make a meaningful difference in the lives of those I care for.
Skills - I have been trained with the following skills
Bathing Toileting Assistance with Dressing 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 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
Cooking & Baking
Reading
Watching TV
Music
Sports
Pet Preferences - I am happy to look after these sorts of pets alongside a patient.
Cats
Dogs
Fish
Rabbits
Birds
Lizards
Turtles
Snakes
Spiders
£22.00/hr
£19.00/hr
£17.80/hr
External Reference
Reviewed on 23rd August 2023
Corinne was always professional, capable, reliable, trustworthy and compassionate. I wouldn’t hesitate in recommending her as carer.