Accokeek, MD 20607
from $25 per hour
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About Katherine
Experience: 2 yrs
COVID-19 vaccinated
I have a BS from Tulane where I studied cognitive science, linguistics, and philosophy, and I'm studying Clinical Mental Health Counseling at William & Mary (online). The scope of my work includes companionship, strengthening connections with friends & family, assisting allied health professionals, reinforcing therapeutic goals in fluid daily scenarios, environmental organization, facilitating communication among individual/family/clinicians, mobility assistance, hygiene, education, advocacy, team leadership, and transportation. Personally, I have a beloved relative with a debilitating neuropsychological disorder, and I cared for my mom who had ALS and dementia. These experiences have shown me firsthand how illness and injury affect oneself and one's family in both apparent and nuanced ways. Your (or your loved one's) needs, safety, autonomy, and well-being are my top priority, and I look forward to building long-term, caring relationships in my work.
Reviews
David W.
Reviewed on 6/12/2023
My mom suffered from slowly advancing dementia until her passing in April 2023. Katherine joined the care-giving team in November 2022. She is a warm, empathetic person who is dependable and extremely well qualified for senior care-giving by both education and temperament. We asked her to manage the 24-7 care team. She did an outstanding job of coordinating caregiver and visiting therapist schedules while also providing attentive care and companionship for my mom. She managed medications, recommended ways to improve mobility, and continuously adapted as her needs increased. Our care team included Renee N., Josephine P., and Alison C. All three of these experienced caregivers established great rapport with my mom. They provided affectionate care that was a comfort to her and to our family. The team kept us informed by recording notes after each shift.
Services
Services offered
Bathing
Companionship
Dementia
Errands
Feeding
Heavy lifting
Help staying physically active
Home health
Home modification
Hospice services
Meal prep
Medical management
Medical transportation
Mobility assistance
Personal care
Respite care
Special needs
Specialized care
Transportation
Visiting physician
Rates
Recurring jobs
$25-35/hr
Can help with
Companion care
Groceries/errands
Help with pets
Light cleaning
Meal prep
Organizing/laundry
Packing/moving
Qualifications
Education
Tulane University of Louisiana
Bachelor degree
Tulane University
Graduate degree
Languages
English
French
Spanish
Professional skills
Alzheimers or dementia experience
CPR / First Aid trained
Hospice experience
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
Additional details
Comfortable with pets
Has a reliable car
Non-smoker
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