Elderly Care in Sittingbourne

| We are a small local team of personal assistants in the swale area providing quality care to those in need. We offer a range of services from personal care to running errands and offering companionship.

| We provide services that range from shopping and companionship calls to personal care and hospital appointments. We work closely with our clients on a 1-1 basis so we maintain a close relationship with a person cantered approach. Our team are all fully trained with the relevant qualifications and experience with dementia, peg feeding and more.

| I spent over two decades teaching, training, , nurturing and in some cases, caring for people. As a teacher in the nursery, primary and secondary levels at different times, I have learnt to care patiently and passionately for people. And now, since my training as a carer, I have grown an unwavering passion for caring for people and seeing them happy. So, doing my caring job comes so natural. Each time I'm caring for the elderly, I see me in my old age; how would I wish to be treated, I've always asked myself.

| I am a passionate and caring Neuroscience graduate and new Psychology Masters student with extensive experience working with vulnerable adults and the elderly in providing complex care to individuals who function co-dependently. I pride myself in my empathetic nature and holistic way of approaching my work to meet the needs of clients to deliver a rewarding experience and healthy environment. I have provided high-quality care to vulnerable clients with extreme learning disabilities to improve their quality of life and to ensure they could still function and live independently, both around their homes and in care homes. Maintained accurate and up to date records of care administered to clients daily, always ensuring to highlight any adverse behavioural events experienced during my time with clients. Assisted with all daily activities including medication administration and personal care to maintain a high level of hygiene to promote customers livelihood. Attended routine training sessions such as manual handling and basic life support to ensure I can protect clients.

| Hello. I’m a 51 year Registered General nurse with 33 years of NHS experience. The last 17 years have been as a Community Nurse ( formerly District Nurse) I’ve worked as a Community Nursing sister with extensive experience in all aspects of Elderly Care/Nursing but also specialising in Diabetes Specialist Nurse and Wound care Nurse. I had extensive knowledge of catheter and leg ulcer care and aim to assist patients to continue to manage as independently as possible but with supervision and assistance in areas that they may struggle with .

| I'm a 25 year old mum of 2 boys of my own who are 4 and 5, looking to help people out with babysitting/nannying as needed or even support with older people with learning difficulties. I have looked after children and adults of all age ranges as a support worker and as a residential children home worker, I am experienced with challenging behaviour and PBS training, i have also done some elderly care work in domiciliary. I have a full DBS and have done safeguarding training.

| I am a 39 year old mother of 3. I have been a care worker since I was 18. Working with young adults with learning disabilities providing support and promoting independence. The last 19 years I have worked in a children's hospice as a children's palliative care assistant and family liaison practitioner. More recently I have changed roles within the hopsice and I am now their part time complementary therapist. I am looking for additional hours as the charity I work for cannot offer me full time hours at present.

| I Assisting with bathing and dressing the client Assisting with preparation, serving and consumption of food and drink Administering oral and topical medication as prescribed by a doctor Maintaining records of all treatment being administered Running errands Doing small tasks such as grocery shopping and laundry drop-offs and pickups. Keeping the living area clean, where applicable Supporting physical and emotional wellbeing by engaging in light conversation, reading and encouraging physical activity where possible Collaborating with other health care professionals to establish a schedule of care