Updated 3 years ago
I am 61 yrs of age & been in the caring profession since I was 17. Also did voluntary work in a hospital at weekends when I was still at school from 15 yrs . Worked in nursing homes , hospitals, & on the district for care at home services .
I enjoy my work as a carer & a companion I am a good listener , caring , & go over & beyond the call off duty .
My favourite animal is cats , I like to read , knit , play cards, game boards ,
At the moment I am self employed looking after a gentleman with Alziemers who is on palliative care & been bed bound now for 6 yrs (Live in) one week on & one week off. I have been looking after my gentleman for 7 years .
Sadly my gentleman passed away .
Therfore I am available for work now .
I am 61 yrs of age & been in the caring profession since I was 17. Also did voluntary work in a hospital at weekends when I was still at school from 15 yrs . Worked in nursing homes , hospitals, & on the district for care at home services .
I enjoy my work as a carer & a companion I am a good listener , caring , & go over & beyond the call off duty .
My favourite animal is cats , I like to read , knit , play cards, game boards ,
At the moment I am self employed looking after a gentleman with Alziemers who is on palliative care & been bed bound now for 6 yrs (Live in) one week on & one week off. I have been looking after my gentleman for 7 years .
Sadly my gentleman passed away .
Therfore I am available for work now .
Profile Information
General Care Experience
Live in care work, Home Care, Other Care Work, Care for close relative or loved one
Looking for work in the following locations:
Scotland, East Lothian, Edinburgh, Falkirk, Fife, Highland, Isle Of Arran, Isle of Bute, Isle Of Mull, Isle of Skye, Midlothian, Peeblesshire, Scottish Borders
Additional Information
English Language Level
Advanced
Driving Licence
Full License - I have my own car
Care Skills
- Cancer
- Catheter Care
- COSHH Training
- Dementia
- End of life / Palliative Care
- Incontinence
- Manual Handling
- Medication Training
- Multiple Sclerosis
- Parkinsons
- Personal Care
- Stoma
- Stroke
Care Qualifications
- NVQ Health and Social Care
Current DBS
Yes
