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Mesa, AZ 85202
from $10 per hour
1 year of experience
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Experience: 1 yr
I cared for both of my parents when they were elderly and in declining health. This included companionship, personal care, doctor appointments, and companion/advocate during hospitalizations. It was the norm for me to sleep in a chair at the bedsides of my parents during frequent hospital stays. I am a committed advocate with above average knowledge of medical procedures, medications, and terminology. I have been a hospice volunteer for nearly 10 years. This has afforded interactions with seniors, particularly at a time when they have serious medical issues. In a volunteer capacity, I made Therapy Dog visits with my own dogs. In visiting assisted living residents, rehab/nursing patients, and dementia units, I had frequent opportunities to interact with seniors who had varying degrees of long-term health issues and mental decline. Aside from visiting with my dogs, one of my favorite activities is conducting sing-alongs. Because my long ago piano teacher had been a band leader in the 40's, I can take impromptu requests for songs from 30's forward, and love doing so.
Marcy M.
Reviewed on 5/18/2015
I have known Barb as a friend and I have worked with her for 17 years. I know her to be reliable, trustworthy, and the most capable person I know. I have trusted her to take care of my father and my animals, as well as my business- I cannot give her higher praise!
Services offered
Dementia
Errands
Home modification
Hospice services
Respite care
Rates
Recurring jobs
$10-20/hr
Can help with
Companion care
Help with pets
Education
University of Arizona - 1973
Bachelor degree - Elementary Education
University of Arizona - 1976
Graduate degree - Special Education
Languages
English
Professional skills
Alzheimers or dementia experience
Hospice experience
Other Qualifications & Credentials
Personal experience as caregiver for family members and hospice patients.
Additional details
Comfortable with pets
Has a reliable car
Non-smoker
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