Bothell Caregivers

Hello my name is Michelle. I am a energetic 56 yr old. I specialize in caregiving for clients with limited and full assist Physical Disabilities such as Quadriplegics/Paraplegics assistance. Strokes, fall risks, clients recovering from accidents and dementia concerns. I also provide companionship in a home care setting. I am gentle and always greet each client with a caring and positive attitude. My Experience includes: Assisting with ADLs while giving each client their dignity and with compassion. Assisting in continued physical therapy at home. Experienced in using Hoyer lifts. Transferring with a slide board and or a gait belt. Cooking and serving or assisting with feeding Light housekeeping. Running errands. Trained in transporting in van using lifts and properly strapping client in a wheelchair. Able to transport to doctor appointments using my vehicle. CPR certified also core instructor for CPR training.

My experience in care giving started 14 years ago following the unexpected passing of my father. My mother was residing in assisted living at that time and my father had been her devoted caregiver. I petitioned the courts for a guardianship which I was granted to oversee her continued care. She passed away one year later. Since I had been appointed the Executor of their estate, I handled the final sale of their home and disbursement of their assets. This period of my life was a learning experience on many different levels and I am grateful I was able to serve my parents needs. My involvement in providing care and companionship for seniors continued when the opportunity to provide assistance to a female senior friend was offered to me. For the next 10 years, I assisted my friend with home related tasks, grocery shopping, errands, transportation to and from medical appointments, and other events she wanted to attend. My work history over that period of time also included three and one half years of part-time employment by a national care-giving agency. I received training on a variety of subjects involving senior safety and health related issues. I enjoy working with and getting acquainted with seniors. I am compassionate, kind, patient, friendly, energetic and strive to provide a quality service to the seniors that I assist.

I have been working as a caregiver for the last 10+ years. I am a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and Nurse Delegate. I have extensive knowledge from working with advanced dementia clients. I have always loved people and it is a great honor and privilege to care for others loved ones. I aim to work with my client as a team to provide them with the highest quality of compassionate care and ensure a safe, fun loving, and peaceful home environment. I'm experienced with Hoyer lifts as well as electric wheelchairs and most assist help equipment. I also have been nurse trained in wound care and proper positioning for clients with bedsores, skin problems and/or those who are bedridden and have with 10 years experience administering injections and medications. I love the outdoors, animals, gardening, walks in nature, birdwatching, decorating, dancing, cooking, organizing and painting. I'm one of 12 children and helped to raise 8 younger brothers and sisters and have raised four of my own.

I have been in and around the health care field for many years. I started as a nursing assistant in a hospital for eight years. I did in-home nursing for several years. I took care of my grandmother after she had a stroke for two years. I left a busy career in the health field to take care of my very sick mother full time. This was followed by taking care of my father for the following six years. I am a responsible, caring and patient caregiver who would value the opportunity to discuss your individual needs and find out if we are a good fit.

I was a nurse for over 25 years in Australia dealing with patients of all ages when they are at their most vulnerable - ill. This has taught me many things that I believe are a necessity when looking after anyone at any age. Those being patience, nurturing, love and understanding. Seniors are not just a job for me, they are a passion. I feel I could offer any client a caregiver who will not just look after them, but will genuinely care about their well-being and making their life as pleasurable as possible. On a more personal note, I would like you to know I am an extremely calm person by nature; relaxed and easy to get along with. I have a huge Australian smile that is never far away, and it would be a pleasure to work with a patient and to know that without a shadow of a doubt I have the ability to make a real difference in their life.

A proud Washingtonian and I love what I do! I have been a Certified Nursing Assistant for over 20 years, with experience in hospital acute care, long-term care, one-on-one, and assisted living. All certifications are up-to-date! My services include: Alzheimer/dementia care, range of motion, transfers, dressing, bathing, feeding, socialization/companionship, light housekeeping, light cooking/meal preparation, and other services as needed. Currently I do not transport, except for emergencies. I am a full-time student, and available on weekends only, from Friday evening to Sunday night. Start/end times can be discussed! Asking pay is $22-$25/hr depending on services needed. My focus is to be able to give the care and attention that is needed for better quality of life! I hope to be of assistance to you and your family, and look forward to meeting you!

25 plus years experience with elderly, in homecare, acute settings, hospitals, nursing homes, retirement communities. Nurse delegation certificate, dementia, CPR, First Aid , Food Handler permit, Fudamentals of caregiving , Wa. CNA license. Duties have included cooking, shopping, transportation to appointments. assisting with personal care of patients. Experience with MS, CVA (Stroke) Dementia, Diabetic, Hospise , and thecare of the elderly. Career refects. persistence, compwhence and responsibility reinforced with a genuine touch of interacting persuasively with people to promote positive outcome.

I'm a NAC with Nurse Delegation training, dementia training, mental health training and diabetes training. I spent 3 years working in elderly a long term care facility and recently moved to an Assisted living residence. I love taking care of my residents. We have all grown with welcoming friendships with each other.

I am a private caregiver. My qualifications include: *Over 10 years of care giving experience *Good sense of humor *Work well under pressure, easy going *Great empathy for elderly people *Excellent communicator and good command of English *Very trustworthy, responsible, reliable with good references *Own my own car, with full coverage insurance and valid WA driver's license *CPR/First Aid *NAR/CNA Certified *Short day or night shifts *12-hour day or night shifts *24-hour shifts *Live-in assignments *Weekend assignments *Your house or mine I am willing to do light housekeeping, doctor's appointments, social engagements, grocery shopping and errands, gourmet and healthy cooking, meal preparation, exercise, physical and speech therapy, companionship, dispensing medications, assist with personal care/ADL (activities of daily living: bathing, clothing, perennial care, etc.). I am highly trained with a vast knowledge and experience with geriatric care, hospice care, quadriplegic, parapl

5 years client with end stage COPD. 2 years with a MS client Quadriplegic. Helping people I really am making a difference.