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I am a 46-year-old mother of two children residing in Campbell River. I have a wide range of experience in child care, elder care, and housekeeping. Currently, I am actively looking for employment as a caregiver for children or the elderly, or a combination of both, within the comfort of your own home. My availability is immediate, and I am excited to work in Campbell River or nearby areas. Throughout my years, I have gained valuable experience working as a child care provider and nanny, allowing me to effectively care for children of all ages, including those on the Autism spectrum. Additionally, I have provided compassionate elder care for my own father and grandfather. These experiences have equipped me with the necessary skills and empathy to deliver exceptional care. Furthermore, I have a varied employment background having worked as a janitor, in customer service positions, and even as a designated driver. This diverse range of experiences has further honed my ability to adapt to different situations and provide a high level of service. I have also actively pursued professional development by completing various training courses that enhance my caregiving skills. Moreover, I hold a valid driver's license, allowing me to assist with transportation needs if required. If necessary, I can provide references and additional information to demonstrate my reliability and competency. Please don't hesitate to reach out to me with any questions or to arrange a meeting. I'm eager to discuss how my skill set aligns with your caregiving needs. Thank you for considering my application. my name is April. I am a married Mom of two beautiful children. We recently relocated back to the Comox Valley from a short time living in Campbell River. (We were long time residents of the Valley previous to our two years living in CR.) I have thirty-eight years of combined child care and elder care experience, in many capacities, including the fields of companionship/respite/behaviour intervention/and educational assistance. Full time, part time, and casually during the past few years, and many times over the course of my years since the age of eleven, I have worked in and out of home as a nanny, provided respite care, companionship, elder care/visits with immediate relatives with multiple head injuries/developing dementia, short term babysitting, full time and part time care in and out of home, before and after school care to children of all ages and abilities, from newborn infants to teens (have some experience working with children with Autism and Down syndrome as well). I have also worked closely with a multi-generational family locally in the Comox Valley preparing nutritious homemade meals/desserts, light housekeeping/chores, companionship, running errands, senior/child escort to and from appointments and/or school, household moving assistance, and educational assistance to older elementary and junior high school children. I have also homeschooled my own children at various points in years past, including throughout the pandemic. I have completed the Responsible Adult, Appetite To Play, and Level 1 Food Safe courses. I have a clean thirty-three year + driving history, and am fully licensed and insured with a reliable minivan that seats seven. I can provide both a spotless driver's abstract and criminal record check (must provide appropriate notice if you require physical copies of either or both of the above, so that I am able to order current copies), as well as excellent character and work references. My personal interests include walking, singing, music, driving, cooking, baking, and have a very fond love of animals. Please feel free to message me anytime.

I have been working as a private caregiver for elders and their families at home in Comox Valley more than 5 years. (More details; heiwacare.com) My passion is to support elderly people and families to stay in their own homes as long as they can or to the end of their lives if those are their wishes. My service is personalized care and I can also function as a bridge between VIHA and clients and their families. (I can fill up the gap between VIHA's public services and clients' needs.) I worked as a RN at major hospitals for more than 7 years. I have been working as a private caregiver for elders and their families at home in Comox Valley more than 5 years. (More details; heiwacare.com) I am interested in End of Life Care, so I took a Palliative Approach Course at BCIT during Covid-19. Additional Experiences/Qualifications: I am interested in supporting elderly people who want to stay at home as long as they can and also who want to end their life at their home.

Hi, my name is Cherrie, 44 years old, a Filipina with 3 kids. I have a long term experience as Caregiver in Israel for 7 years. I am a flexible person and someone you can trust. Worked in Israel as caregiver for 7 years.

My name is Barb and I am a Certified Personal Support Worker. I have many years of experience working with clients with diverse needs. I work with clients who require various levels of care. I have many years of experience working with seniors, adults and children with disabilities in our community. I have strong knowledge of dementia and Alzheimer's. I truly enjoy working as a caregiver and love enhancing the lives of people in our community. I am reliable and organized. I enjoy working with families and all aspects of household management. I am looking for a full time position. If you are looking for some help and feel I might have something to offer you and your family, please feel free to contact me so we can discuss your needs. My name is Barb and I am a Certified Personal Support Worker. I have many years of experience working with clients with diverse needs. I have supported seniors, adults and children with physical disabilities. I have strong knowledge of dementia and Alzheimer's. I truly enjoy working as a caregiver and love enhancing the lives of people in our community. If you are looking for some help and feel I might have something to offer you and your family, please feel free to contact me so we can discuss your needs.

My name is Bibin and I am a 35-year-old man with a passion for senior and health care. I have 1 year of working experience in this field and I am eager to start a new position on 01.09.2023. I am available in the evenings on Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. I am dedicated to providing excellent care and can relocate and travel as needed. I have a driver's license and my own vehicle, making it convenient for me to reach my clients. I do not smoke and I am a proficient swimmer, ensuring the safety and well-being of those under my care. As a father, I am experienced in handling children with disabilities and I am comfortable working with them. I am seeking both full-time and part-time employment as a Caregiver/Companion or Personal Support Worker. In terms of my education, I have completed courses in Caregiving/Companionship and Home Support Work, equipping me with the necessary skills and knowledge for this role. I am capable of performing various duties such as housekeeping, laundry, grocery shopping, meal planning/preparation, and more. I have experience working in Home Health Care and Retirement Homes, and I have worked with patients diagnosed with Alzheimer's, Dementia, Stroke, Diabetes, and various other conditions. I am familiar with incontinence care, visual impairment support, paralysis assistance, and much more. Although I do not currently have a police check, I am an Indian citizen with fluency in English. I am committed to providing compassionate and reliable care to seniors and individuals in need. Providing physical support which may include helping with household tasks and personal care. Providing emotional support for an individual and their families. Supporting and helping with health care needs, including routine checks or administrating medication. Encouraging and supporting the development of personal skills through hobbies and interests. Teaching life skills, such as shopping, using public transport and paying for bills. Working with other healthcare professionals to ensure that all care needs meet the highest possible standards.

I believe that love is the answer to most things. Always coming from love and respect we all move forward together on our journey with mutual integrity. I am a mother of three grown children and grandmother of two small love lilies. I enjoy working with elderly and special needs as well as they always love to have playfulness around them. I am very active and have been a fitness instructor and acrobatic trainer for many years, traveling the world performing and sharing my love of circus with underprivileged children and thier families. I spent many years educating myself in physical fitness, nutrition, yoga, and therapeutic holistic healing. While I was raising my own children on a farm in Alberta Canada, I ran a daycare in which I homeschooled to grade 3-4. We spent much time outdoors learning how to play safely while appreciating nature's playground and observing wildlife. I am adept with animal care, child care, special needs care, wheelchairs, personal care, emotional support, safety, safety training, homeschooling, educational play, growth mindset, and nutritional care. **Note on Nutrition** I myself am gluten-free, dairy free, preservatives free, and wild/ happy local meat only. I am a chef and can prepare or maintain ANY nutritional plan or code of ethics. I ferment, bake, and create all amazing healthy fun things.. I have always been a nurturing person. Raised many children, my own, childcare and those who were in need of guidance within the community, as well as contributing to and caring for special needs and impoverished children and families abroad. I enjoy providing support for compromised persons and being a positive energy in the lives of those who struggle. I am also an artist/painter and love doing art projects or incorporating art into daily activities. ( Art can be very thereputic and I have worked with music and art as a relief for symptoms of dementia and Alzheimer's. As well as dexterity and cognitive response training for MS and Parkinson's. ) I have many references to attest to my work ethic and character. Work Experience: 2016-Present Elderly Care Aide Private Household -Providing support and care for an individual with severe disabilities. My current and past clients will give references for me. *Client's need for care is coming to an end soon, so I am seeking employment elsewhere. * 2016-Now Oil painter/ Artist Courtenay BC I carve, sculpt, paint and create professionally using natural mediums and non toxic materials. 2016 Grandmother Moved back to Canada Courtenay, BC -My children announced they were having children so when my grandchildren were born so I came back to Canada. 2013-2016 Holistic Resort Manager Samsara Sanctuary Vancouver, Malaysia, Singapore & Australia. -Facilitating Tropical holistic healing retreats. Creating a holistic approach to integrated whole human restorative therapy. Emotional, physical, spiritual support, healing and fitness Massage therapy, meditation and physiology of movement. I am practiced in many styles of massage therapy and energy movement! 2013-2016 Circus owner Samsara Circa SE Asia, India, China, Australia -Travelled world touring My Circus, as well as focusing on my personally run charity which organized facilitating impoverished children worldwide, to increase self esteem and sense of accomplishment through learning circus arts using universal language of play. (I performed under pseudonym Heather Eyeland to protect my privacy) 2009-2013 Fitness management Samsara Studio Vancouver, BC Vancouver, Edmonton Taught Fitness, Yoga, Circus, Nutrition, movement therapy and life skills coaching. 2009-2011 Various Volunteer positions Covenant House & Homeless Society BC & Alberta -Vancouver & Edmonton Various outreach and support for substance abuse harm reduction and community resources in Vancouver and Edmonton. Peer counseling, nutrition services, community connection. 2006-2011 Business owner Top to Bottom Roofing Red Deer, Alberta & Comox BC -Renovations and Roofing renewal services, as an all female construction company. 2008 Divorced Heather again Courtenay, BC Moved back to BC. Single full time mom of three while also working and volunteering. All work experience from this point onward was under my maiden name Heather . 2003-2006 Community support worker L. I. F. E (Living Independently For Equality) Red Deer, AB Part time, assisting mentally and physi challenged individuals with daily living activities and supporting them with PIP (personal independence plan) to achieve short and long term goals. 2000-2003 Community youth support worker Lacombe Action Group Red Deer, AB Part time, care for challenged children. Providing daily care, community inclusion and relief for parents. Assisting with homework, extra curricular activities and one on one support. 1996-2007 Hog farm management Married name Heather Gibbs Red Deer, AB Lived as Pig Farmer's wife for almost a dozen years. Certified hog farmer specializing in animal birthing. Raised three children and ran small branch of farm while also, running home care and working part time in community. Also have been employed throughout this time as a chef and restaurant manager at a few different small town cafes etc. All work experience during this time was under my married name Heather Gibbs. 1992-2007 Childcare Provider Daycare in Home Courtenay, BC/ and on farm in Alberta Care of 4-7 children daily. Homeschooling my own children and others until gr 2-4 Responsible for care, safety, nutrition, education and exercise of children in my care. We spent much time outdoors and playing educational games. Children had to contribute to care through, cleaning, helping prepare meals or helping younger children. We all participated in maintaining a growth mindset in the household and a cooperative community feeling. 1991-1995 Volunteer Thereputic riding society Courtenay, BC Helped with set up for moving to exhibition grounds, as well as facilitating riding therepy, and horse maintenance and care. 1991-1993 Volunteer GP Vanier Life Skills Program Courtenay, BC Helped in the initiation and implementation of the GP Vanier Life Skills"Buddy Program" spending every lunch hour of high school with a special needs student/ friend. Skills: Cooking (10+ years), Caregiving (10+ years), Housekeeping (10+ years), Household Management (10+ years), Business Management (10+ years), Animal Care (10+ years), Child Care (10+ years), Construction Management (10+ years), Coaching (10+ years), Training (10+ years), Health Care (10+ years), Driving (10+ years), Teaching (10+ years) Additional Information: I have extensive experience with, peri care, adult breifs, personal care, bathing, dignity protocol, behavioral management, cooking, cleaning, organizing life, health care, peer counseling, emotional support, nutrition, special diet plans, medications protocol, organization and documentation of medical files, written reports for family and funding, positive support for dementia and alzheimer's, physical transfers including ( wheelchair transfers with board or mechanical lifts and slings)

I am married having wife and 7 years old child. I have 4 years working experience.

my name is Lana and I live in Courtenay. With 3 years of experience in healthcare, I have always been passionate about helping people, especially those in need who prefer the comfort of their own homes. I genuinely enjoy going for walks with my clients and I am highly adaptable to any required programs as needed. I love making homemade meals, and baking adds joy to my day. I am able to start immediately and am seeking full-time, live-out employment. My commitment and dedication are exemplified through my availability, as I can work at any time of day, every day of the week. In terms of my competencies, I am a trained Caregiver/Companion and Home Support Worker, with a First Aid Certificate and CPR Certificate. I am experienced in the full range of homemaking tasks, from dressing and grooming assistance to housekeeping, laundry, and grocery shopping. I can also assist with pet care, walking, planning visits, and performing errands. I have equipped myself with the skills and knowledge necessary for Alzheimer/Dementia Care and bathing assistance, among others. During my career, I have had the opportunity to work with patients diagnosed with Dementia, Cancer, Arthritis, and more. Importantly, I am also able to work with children who have disabilities. I am applying for roles as a Personal Support Worker and Caregiver/Companion in Home Health Care. I am committed to providing the best care for my clients, facilitating their well being and comfort in their own environment. I bring positivity and care to everything I do, ensuring the highest standard of service for those in my care. Have worked at in home settings with totally immobile clients, clients in chairs to being fully mobile. Have done overnight with some, worked with non-verbal, purchase and make dietary meal plans as set by clients needs. Can adapt to suit needs of the care necessary

My senior care experience includes private, post op, dementia and Home Support. I have also worked as a gardener, travel companion, house and pet sitter. I am a quiet natured soul who loves reading, cooking, walking, travelling, music and films. I have happily worked 8 years in private care, 2 years in Home Support, 1 year with an Alzheimer patient, 10 years of Private home property management and gardening. Over the past 5 years l have been a live in caregiver for a lovely 98 year old woman with dementia, a year as a companion for a lovely 92 year old with some memory loss and 3 years as a companion with an able senior with slight decline, cooking, driving and managing all aspects of the home. Additional Experiences/Qualifications: Criminal Record Check every new job, am bondable, Road Star Driver, healthy and active with vaccines.

I am writing to express my sincere interest in the caregiver position at your organization. With a proven track record in the dynamic environments of the restaurant and retail industries, I have honed my interpersonal and communication skills, essential for providing compassionate care. My family is supportive and inspire me to do Social work more often. My experience at A&W restaurant and Walmart has equipped me with the ability to remain calm under pressure, address diverse needs, and work efficiently within a team. These roles have instilled in me a deep sense of empathy and a commitment to ensuring a positive experience for those I serve. I am particularly drawn to the caregiver role as it aligns with my passion for socio-activities and making a meaningful impact on individuals' lives. My adaptability, strong work ethic, and dedication to fostering a supportive environment make me confident in my ability to excel in this position. I am excited about the opportunity to contribute to your team and provide compassionate care to those in need. Thank you for considering my application. I look forward to the possibility of discussing how my skills and experiences align with your organization's mission. assisting with daily activities, providing companionship, administering medication, and supporting individuals with their specific needs. Effective communication, empathy, and a compassionate approach are the activities that I can perform

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