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Sima S. - San Francisco Senior Caregiver

Profile of Sima S.

Part-Time, 10 + Years of Experience

I have over 23 years experience working with families taking care of loved ones with memory loss, dementia, Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's, and/or elders who are frail or who have other chronic illnesses. I worked at an adult day program for frail elders and adults with dementia for over three years and as friendly visitor for two years. I am knowledgeable about dementia and similar conditions, behavioral issues associated with dementia, San Francisco community resources, and general issues of aging. I am 60 years old and a "new" senior myself. Providing care to older adults brings out the best in me: patience, kindness, slower pacing, and the ability to have one-on-one conversations that involve active listening on my part. And at the end of the day, knowing that I have made someone's life a bit easier, less lonely, hopefully more comfortable and enjoyable, to whatever extent possible, supports my sense of being of use to others, to help alleviate the suffering of others if even just a little; and to enjoy the connections made as much as possible.
Related Hobbies and Interests
I love classical, folk and 60's rock music, opera, dogs and cats, folk dancing, Scrabble and the NY Times Sunday crossword puzzle, hearing about what other people's lives were like when they were growing up, painting and drawing, walking, and puttering.
Profile Details:
  • Female
  • 60 years old
  • 10 + years of experience
Additional Details:
  • Does not have transportation and willing to travel up to 7 miles
  • Non-smoker
  • Comfortable with pets
  • Not available on short notice (Care-on-Call)
  • Not interested in working as a live-in care provider
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Senior Care Services Provided:
Home Care Respite Care,  Errands/Shopping,  Personal Care,  Light Housecleaning,  Meal Preparation

Availability (08/17/09 to 05/21/10) Sun Mon Tues Wed Thurs Fri Sat
Early Morning (6am-9am)
Late Morning (9am-12pm)
Early Afternoon (12pm -3pm)
Late Afternoon (3pm-6pm)
Early Evening (6pm-9pm)
Late Evening (9pm-12am)
Overnight (12am-6am)

Qualifications:
Licensed Practicing Nurse     Registered Nurse     Certified Nursing Assistant

Education:
  • Level: Some graduate school
  • School: SUNY-Buffalo/SFSU
  • Major: Psychology/Social Work
  • Graduation Year: 1976
Languages Spoken:
  • English

Other Qualifications:
I am conversant in Spanish, but not fluent. I'm reliable, responsible, honest and mature, and in good health.