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Carole N. - New York Special Needs Caregiver

Profile of Carole N.

Full-Time, 10 + Years of Experience

I have over 30 years experience caring for disabled and able-bodied children, in Canada, England and the U.S.
I worked as a live-in caregiver for a multiply-handicapped boy for 15 years, providing him with: intensive physical therapy, all his personal care (he was totally dependent), enjoyable mealtimes, playtime and entertainment, and gave him a ton of love (and got it all back). I worked in a small institution for mentally handicapped children and adults, and developed close personal relationships with several residents. I taught them self-care skills, took them on walks and van outings, provided them with recreational activities, and tried to make their living space as homelike as possible. I also co-managed a small group home attached to a day school for physically and mentally disabled children in England. I provided them with after-school and night-time care.
I love the challenge of working with disabled people to teach them to be as independent as possible, whatever their degree of handicap. I love having a job that teaches me patience and compassion while helping another human being learn how to live. I love finding ways to teach people how to care for themselves, how to learn, how to play, and how to enjoy life.
Related Hobbies and Interests
I'm always looking in catalogs of toys, therapy equipment and self-help aids for special populations. I love photography and would like to find a way to use this skill to help disabled people.
Profile Details:
  • Female
  • 56 years old
  • 10 + years of experience
Additional Details:
  • Does not have transportation and willing to travel up to 12 miles
  • Non-smoker
  • Not Willing to care for sick children
  • Average hourly rate is $10 to $20
  • Available on short notice (Care-on-Call)
  • Interested in working as a live-in care provider

Experienced With Age Groups:
Infant (up to 12 months) Adult (18-64 years)
Youth (1-11 years) Senior (65+)
Teen (12-17 years)
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Diagnoses Experience:
Physical Blindness/Visual Impairment,  Cerebral Palsy,  Deafness,  Mobility Challenges
Developmental Developmental Delays,  Down Syndrome,  Mental Retardation
Medical Seizure Disorder
Other Dysphagia/Reflux


Specific Care Service Experience:
Ambulation Blood Sugar Testing Insulin Injections
Assistive Technology/AAC Body Lifting Repositioning
Bathing/Grooming/Hygiene Brushing Protocol Respiratory Care
Bed Baths EPI Pen Injections Seizure Attendance
Behavior - Applied Behavior Analysis Feeding Sign Language
Behavior - Positive Behavioral Support G Tubes Stimming Attendance
Other: Pre-pouring and giving meds
Willing to Learn New Care and Diagnoses' Skills:

I have minimal experience with children with autism. I am willing to learn more about the care of those with autism/Asperger Syndrome.


Additional Services Provided:
Medical Transportation Errands/Shopping Laundry
Housecleaning Long Distance Transportation Meal Preparation

Availability (04/30/09 to 04/30/10) 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:
CPR Licensed Practicing Nurse Speech Therapist
Certified Nursing Assistant Physical Therapist Special Education Credentials
Occupational Therapist Early Childhood Educator Registered Nurse
First Aid Licensed Vocational Nurse

Education:
  • Level: College degree
  • School: Camosun College
  • Major: Media Production
  • Graduation Year: 1992
Languages Spoken:
  • English
  • Sign Language (ASL)

Other Qualifications:
Home Health Aide Certificate

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