Care Provided: Day Night
Languages: English
Age: 30-40
Years Experience: 10
Description
My name is Shepherd M, a dedicated male home carer with a passion for helping individuals with diverse care needs lead fulfilling and independent lives. With experience in providing care for individuals with Mild Cognitive Impairment, Parkinson's Disease, bedbound patients, as well as those dealing with anxiety and depression, I bring a wealth of knowledge and empathy to my role. Specializing in hourly and overnight care, I strive to ensure that my clients receive the utmost attention and support regardless of their challenges.
While I may not be able to drive or have a car, my skills in bathing, toileting, assisting with dressing, catheter care, and providing companionship are what set me apart as a compassionate and reliable caregiver. My clients can count on me for not just essential care tasks but also for engaging activities that promote mental and emotional well-being. In my free time, I indulge in hobbies such as painting, walking, dancing, fishing, and gardening, activities that help me rejuvenate and stay energized to provide the best possible care to those in need.
Having a soft spot for pets, including cats, dogs, fish, rabbits, and birds, I understand the importance of companionship in one's life. My caring nature, friendly demeanor, and willingness to go the extra mile make me a trusted carer for individuals seeking understanding and support. My motivation for being a carer stems from my belief in the power of empathy and kindness in improving the lives of others. I am committed to making a positive difference in the lives of those I care for and strive to bring a sense of comfort and dignity to those I have the privilege to work with.
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 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: 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
Fishing
Gardening
Socialising
Reading
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
Snakes
Spiders
£15.00/hr
£18.50/hr
£17.00/hr
£17.00/hr
External Reference
Reviewed on 26th June 2024
Shepherd is a fantastic carer and has a vast knowledge. He is empatethic and has very good listening skills.
External Reference
Reviewed on 4th July 2024
Shepherd is a very hard working and very intelligent.He provides a good care and dignity,privacy are maintained all time.He is very quick to observe changes and things when working Shepherd is spot on when he observe changes to residents and concerns on wellbeing off all residents.