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Barbara P.
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Chester, VT 05143

from $20 per hour

(4)

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About Barbara

Experience: 10 yrs

I have loved working with elderly people for the last 23 yrs in nursing home settings as an occupational therapy assistant. My experiences span many diagnosis like MS, Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, aftercare of joint replacement or fractures, wound management in conjunction with nursing. I also assisted a friend with the care of her husband with Dementia in hospice care, assisting with bathing/ dressing/medication/ entertainment/ meal prep/self-feeding. I look to help individuals maintain dignity and the joy of life.

Reviews

5.0
based on 4 reviews
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AveryCarol B.

Reviewed on 8/1/2019

I have known this lovely woman for many years--probably 20 years. We hired her for both my Dad and our neighbor when her calmness, care, concern and genuine heart was needed most be US---for them. Barbara is quite capable of helping with either men or women. She is also a compassionate caregiver lending an ear or a gentle hand holding for your loved one, and for you, too. We previously had a professional full service before, but they disappointed me and our family greatly, and caused my Mom undue stress and theft and many tears, where all she wanted was my Dad to be the priority. We hired Barbara for my Dad near the end of his life, and she was there for us and our neighbor at the end of her life. Death is not easy. And family caregivers burn-out. Barbara held us together for our loved ones. I would recommend her highly. She has a calming and reassuring voice, and has no problems with animals. You should not be disappointed with her care. We love her!!

Services

Services offered

Bathing

Dementia

Home modification

Hospice services

Medical management

Personal care

Respite care

Rates

Recurring jobs

$20-30/hr

Can help with

Companion care

Help with pets

Light cleaning

Meal prep

Organizing/laundry

Qualifications

Education

Quinnsigamond Community College - Worcester, Ma

Associate degree

University of Massachusetts - North Dartmouth - 1990

Bachelor degree - Psychology

Languages

English

Professional skills

Alzheimers or dementia experience

Hospice experience

Additional details

Comfortable with pets

Has a reliable car

Non-smoker

Safety

CareCheck

Completed