25 Aug 2025
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Local carers in Ashburton
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Catherine P.
Hi. My name is Catherine and I am from N. Ireland originally, although I have been living in England for nearly 20 years. After leaving school I did my nurse training and worked as a nurse for some years. After having my children I decided to be a carer as this is what I am passionate about in helping people with every day activities and making their lives better. Also enabling them to remain in their own homes with everything that is familiar to them. I have experience in many areas.The last five years I have been looking after a client with Parkinson’s and dementia. I deliver care that is holistic and includes listening and supporting the loved ones of those I look after. I enjoy going for walks by the sea, baking, reading and most of all having coffee with my friends.
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20+ years of experience
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Newton Abbot,
TQ12
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Carol C.
Hello, I'm 46 and a keen motorcyclist. Originally from South Africa, I've lived in Devon since 1998. I've worked in various trades, picked up many skills and dealt with many different scenarios. I spent a decade in Hospitality, from waitress to barmaid, receptionist through to managing restaurants, kitchen manager and head chef, ran a bed n breakfast, ran pubs, clubs and outdoor events. I've been a security guard, fire marshall and even a bouncer. I've worked as a hospital bedwatch officer for 2 years with patients needing 24 hour supervision who were at risk of harming themselves or others, due to psychosis, drug and alcohol detox, awaking from a coma, dementia, learning or developmental difficulties, self harming, suicide attempts, eating disorders or other mental health issues. I've also learnt about a myriad of complimentary therapies whilst managing a holistic health clinic for 3 years. In the summer months, I often still work as an Accessibility Campsite Manager or on occasion, Night Manager for Welfare at numerous festivals working alongside medics and security to help distressed folks needing care, support and advice, whether that's from dehydration and heat exhaustion, drugs or alcohol misuse, domestic violence, sexual assault or having a mental health crisis. We're also responsible for safeguarding vulnerable adults and children. As I often work 2 weeks on, 2 weeks off, I try to coincide my festival work on the weeks I'm not doing care. I will consider doing 3 weeks on, 1 week off if needs be. Primarily though, I will be favouring more local positions from September, particularly in the Torbay and Teignbridge areas. In the past I have been a Private Carer for a lady for the last three years of her life with complex needs due to her Ehlers Danlos (hypermobility type), leading to frequent dislocations and subluxations of her joints, gastroparesis and epilepsy. She was fed through total parental nutrition directly through her vena cava into her heart and so I was responsible for administering medication through her PEG, domiciliary help and personal care 3 to 4 days a week to give her children and carer some respite. I've also given 6 months full time palliative care to a gentleman with COPD and stage 4 lung cancer, taking care of all his private administration, organising his medication schedules, nutrition and hydration, assisted with personal care and accompanied him to his chemotherapy treatments and hospital appointments. Recently, I've worked with Agency provided Home Care for 2 years, visiting clients in their own homes helping around the house, prompting or administering medication, giving personal care, supporting with mobility, moving and handling, stoma and catheter care, assisting with washing and dressing, companionship, cooking meals, doing gardening and getting shopping in. I've now been doing Live-in Care for about 2 years or so, doing much the same, forming stronger relationships between clients and their families. My colleagues and clients describe me as trustworthy, patient, understanding, compassionate, friendly, resourceful and organised. My friends would describe me as honest, reliable, creative, sociable and funny. I love riding my motorcycle, enjoy various boardgames, watching films and make leathercrafts to sell online in my spare time. I love dancing and singing along to my favourite music. I enjoy camping, swimming and walking. I like meeting people and making new friends, sharing new memories and experiences together. Thank you for taking the time to read this, I look forward to meeting you and helping you wherever I am able to. Have a wonderful day! Please note: I ask for double pay on National Bank Holidays and a contribution of £5 per day towards food if working in a live-in situation. Thank you for your understanding. I look forward to hearing from you and finding ways to make things easier and more enjoyable for everyone. Best regards Caz
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6 years of experience
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Newton Abbot,
TQ13
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Henrich P.
My name is Henry,I have 16 years of experience with live in carer position all over the UK.I am very very patient with all my clients with smile on my face.I get on very well with everybody including family members.Over the years I gained great skills with moving and handling and cooking .I like going out for a walk ,watching sports ,quiz programs.
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16 years of experience
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South Brent,
TQ10
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Ionela B.
I am a well organised, warm, friendly and professional experienced carer with over 10 years’ experience of domiciliary care. I offer in home supportive care services. To help ensure and maintain your independence, safety and mobility while staying in the familiarity and comfort of your own home. I can assist and provide personalised care including helping you wash, shower and dress. I will also be happy to help with meal preparation and shopping. Where necessary I can carry out light housework duties i.e. laundry, bed changing, vacuum, ironing, enabling care and will always offer support and companionship. I am a good communicator & listener. I am dedicated to passionately maintaining dignity, independence and to support your needs and wishes to provide the best possible care. I have NVQ2 & NVQ3 Diploma in Adult Care and I have experienced in assisted people with Dementia, Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, Multiple Sclerosis and more. As I leaved in Devon I can cover Torbay, Paignton, Marldon, Newton Abbot, Kingskerswell,Kingsteinton, and Totnes. I am available Monday to Sunday 8am to 8pm. Please contact me to discuss your requirements.
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10 years of experience
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Paignton,
TQ3
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