Daphne I.
Stafford
From £20/hr
incl. fees
My week usually settles into the rhythm of live-in or overnight care. I move into a household and become part of its routine, there through the quiet hours as well as the busy ones. That steadiness is what I enjoy most, based in Stafford and offering families the reassurance that someone reliable is close by whatever the night brings. I have worked in care for over 20 years and think of myself as a senior care professional rather than a nurse, so I am clear about what I offer and careful to keep my enhanced DBS certificates current. I am comfortable with hands-on tasks such as bathing, moving and handling, catheter care and medication reminders, and I have supported people with dementia, Parkinson's, diabetes, stroke recovery and many other conditions. But what I value most is the quieter side of the role. Cooking a proper meal, doing the laundry, sitting down for a game of cards or a chat over tea. Companionship matters as much as the practical support, and I speak both English and Creole, which sometimes helps put people at ease. If you are looking for a calm, steady presence who takes real interest in the person as well as the care, I would love to meet you or your family.
