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Dwight O.

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Chicago, IL 60613

from $25 per hour

(10)

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About Dwight

Experience: 7 yrs

Caregiver for Seniors. Good with clients for companionship or dementia. Two-hour minimum shift. I like to engage in conversation, go with clients on outings. I live near uptown and work clients within 5 mi of me as I do not drive. Have worked with 10 families. I'm upbeat, dependable, find creative ways to engage. Am certified caregiver thru Care. com. I don't do hands-on body care. I keep family updated by email on changes I notice in client behavior (most carers don't). I am also an author. Read my endorsements in profile. For current availability please speak directly to me. 24-hour cancel notice to avoid charges. Confirm client WANTS a caregiver, is ok with male. I'm told I have a calming personality. CLIENT ENDORSEMENT: "Dwight is a rare gem. He has been taking care of my father, who is 85, and experienced two strokes. Dwight has treated him with respect, imagination, and genuine concern. He is an author, with creative insight into people."

Most recent review

5.0
based on 10 reviews

Dwight is a highly intelligent, kind, compassionate person who brings curiosity, empathy, and integrity to his care giving work with older adults. An excellent communicator, Dwight's updates about our loved one's day helps put our minds at ease. Dwight is an excellent creative problem solver, and it is a privilege to work with him.

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Anna F.

11/22/2022

Services

Services offered

Companionship

Dementia

Rates

Recurring jobs

$25-30/hr

Can help with

Companion care

Groceries/errands

Meal prep

Organizing/laundry

Qualifications

Education

University of Illinois - Chicago - 1983

Bachelor degree - English

Languages

English

Professional skills

Alzheimers or dementia experience

Other Qualifications & Credentials

I am a certified caregiver who has completed an 8-hour basic training. Have worked at nonprofit interacting directly with visually impaired seniors. Have clients dealing with dementia to cancer.

Additional details

Non-smoker

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10:00 AM–3:00 PM

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10:00 AM–3:00 PM

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10:00 AM–3:00 PM

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