My name is Marian. I'm a caregiver who loves helping people and making a difference in their lives. I am from West Africa, Sierra Leone, to be precise. I have twin girls who are currently in my home country, Sierra Leone. I enjoy reading, caring for people, and listening to music. I have experience in providing care for the elderly and disabled individuals, as well as assisting them with their daily needs and activities. Here are some of the skills and qualities I embody as a caregiver: - **Patience**: I understand that caregiving can be challenging and stressful at times, but I always strive to remain calm and patient with my clients and their families. I respect their pace and preferences and never rush or pressure them into doing something they're uncomfortable with. - **Communication**: I possess excellent communication skills, which allow me to actively and empathetically listen to my clients and their families. I express myself clearly and respectfully and effectively communicate with other professionals involved in the care plan, such as doctors, nurses, and social workers. - **Compassion**: I possess genuine compassion for my clients and their well-being. I treat them with kindness, dignity, and respect and always try to make them feel comfortable and happy. I empathize with their feelings and emotions, providing emotional support when needed. - **Physical Support**: I possess the physical strength and stamina to provide physical assistance to my clients, such as helping with mobility, transfers, and positioning. I also assist them with personal care tasks, including bathing, grooming, dressing, and toileting. I adhere to safety and hygiene protocols and appropriately use equipment and techniques to prevent injuries and infections. - **Housekeeping**: I am capable of performing basic housekeeping tasks like cleaning, laundry, and dishes. I also aid in meal preparation, ensuring the food is nutritious, delicious, and suitable for the client's dietary needs and preferences. Lastly, I assist with medication administration, reminding the clients to take their prescribed drugs according to the dosage and schedule. - **Education**: I hold a degree and a caregiver certification from a reputable institution. I also have CPR and first aid training and keep abreast of the latest trends and best practices in caregiving. Moreover, I educate my clients and their families on various topics related to their health and care, such as disease prevention, symptom management, and coping strategies. These are some of my skills and qualities as a caregiver, and I believe they make me a valuable and trustworthy professional. I hope this gives you a better idea of who I am and what I can offer. Thank you for your interest.

Personal Support Worker, Adam & Eve Nursing Home • Assisted clients in taking their medications accurately. • Updated resident's files and completed required documentation • Managed a caseload of 3-5 residents at a time • Assisted clients in bathing, feeding, mouth care, shaving, nail care, dressing, and all types of required daily needs. • Maintained and fostered the client's independence while assisting with daily care • Maintained tidiness of the resident's rooms by straightening closets and bedside tables, cleaning wheelchairs, catheter bags, wash basins, etc. • Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager. • Always maintained client confidentiality • Assisting in moving or walking clients around within the home. • Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and physical activities while providing personal care assistance • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.