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Care Provided: Day Night
Languages: English Igbo Yoruba Nigerian
Age: 50+
Years Experience: 5
Description
Biography: Olufolake B - Experienced and Caring Home Carer
Hello, my name is Olufolake B, and I am a female home carer with years of experience in providing quality care for individuals with diverse needs. I specialize in hourly and overnight care, catering to the unique requirements of each client.
Throughout my career, I have gained valuable experience in caring for individuals with a range of conditions, such as Mild Cognitive Impairment, Bedbound individuals, Parkinson's Disease, Anxiety, and Depression. I understand the challenges that these conditions can bring to both the clients and their families, and I am committed to providing compassionate and personalized care to improve their quality of life.
Although I am not able to drive or have a car, I possess a wide range of skills in personal care, including bathing, toileting, assistance with dressing, and catheter care. Additionally, I offer companionship, as I believe it is essential to build strong relationships with my clients to ensure their emotional well-being.
Outside of my work as a carer, I have a variety of interests and hobbies. I enjoy painting, walking, dancing, card games, as well as cooking and baking. These hobbies not only keep me engaged and fulfilled but also bring an extra level of joy and creativity to the care I provide.
In terms of pets, I am comfortable with cats, fish, rabbits, and turtles. I believe that pets can be an excellent source of companionship and emotional support for many individuals.
As a caregiver, I am known for my caring nature, friendly disposition, and willingness to help others. I feel a deep sense of fulfillment when I can make a positive impact in someone's life and help them lead an independent and fulfilling life in the comfort of their own home.
If you are looking for a dedicated and experienced home carer who can provide individualized care while prioritizing your loved one's well-being, feel free to reach out to me. I would be more than happy to discuss how I can assist you and your family in creating a comfortable and nurturing environment.
Skills - I have been trained with the following skills
Bathing Toileting Assistance with Dressing Wound 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 Eating Disorders 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: Public transport
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
Gardening
Socialising
Board Games
Video Games
Reading
Music
Volunteering
Pet Preferences - I am happy to look after these sorts of pets alongside a patient.
Cats
Fish
Rabbits
Turtles
£20.00/hr
£18.80/hr
£17.00/hr
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