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Melanie J.

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Grand Rapids, MI 49503

from $35 per hour

2 years of experience

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About Melanie

Experience: 2 yrs

Caregiving is more than just a job to me--it's truly my passion. I believe every elderly individual deserves the same love, patience, dignity, and respect I would want for my own parents. I have hands-on experience with wound care, ostomy care, dementia care, lifting, transfers, bathing, personal hygiene, medication assistance, and transportation. I also enjoy providing haircuts, relaxing massages, healthy meals, light housekeeping, and genuine companionship. To me, caregiving goes beyond physical needs. It's about building meaningful relationships, sharing laughter, and making someone feel valued. The elderly have spent their lives raising families, making sacrifices, and caring for others. I believe it's now our turn to give back and care for them as they once cared for us. My goal is to provide comfort, independence, dignity, and peace of mind to families. Above all, I care for others the way I would hope someone would care for the people I love most.

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Services

Services offered

Bathing

Dementia

Errands

Light cleaning

Meal prep

Medical management

Respite care

Transportation

Rates

Recurring jobs

$35-40/hr

Can help with

Companion care

Groceries/errands

Help with pets

Light cleaning

Meal prep

Organizing/laundry

Qualifications

Education

Grand Rapids Community College

College degree

Languages

English

Professional skills

Alzheimers or dementia experience

CPR / First Aid trained

Certified nursing assistant

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

Other Qualifications & Credentials

BLS

CNA

Additional details

Comfortable with pets

Has a reliable car

Non-smoker

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