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    Karina v

    Karina V

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    284 miles away in Hatfield, AL9

    10 years of experience

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    329+ hours worked

    3 Recommendations

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    I am friendly, caring and compassionate person who love to interact with people and my passion is to be part of someones growing and development. I have over 9 years experience supporting vulnerable adults and young people with Dementia, learning difficulties and significant physical disabilitie...More I am friendly, caring and compassionate person who love to interact with people and my passion is to be part of someones growing and development. I have over 9 years experience supporting vulnerable adults and young people with Dementia, learning difficulties and significant physical disabilities, including vascular dementia, autism, mental health, challenged behaviour, stroke, muscular dystrophy etc. These experiences have made reflect on the different interpersonal skills and attitudes required to adapt to the situation and the client to maximise participation, but also to build a good rapport where trust is important. I have been able to make a positive difference in individual’s life by follow standards and helping them to live independent, secure, and safe from harm. I keep myself motivate and always have a good attitude. I did additional studies in Health and Social Care for Children and Young People’s Service which brought me more experience in the sector. I also promoted numerous changes and improvements to my client’s life, by introducing menu plans, food intake, health charts, observation charts, repositioning charts etc. I had the ability to think on my feet to be able to prioritise tasks, but also ensure others tasks are covered. I have always shown great flexibility to meet the needs of the client, sometimes at short notice which shows the unpredictability of managing vulnerable clients. I have a good understanding regarding the management of vulnerable adults, safeguarding policy, but also issues surrounding mental capacity. I understand the importance of working alongside their families who also requires to be well supported as much as the customers involved in the care. Equally, I have developed acute sensitivity towards subtle changes in a person’s behaviour or presentation that may indicate all is not well. I feel confident that I understand policies and procedures to address concerns and I am very proud that at times – however difficult, I put the needs of my customers first. I am able to clearly and confidently lease with other members of the multidisciplinary team involved in customer’s support plan as this encourages good communication and facilitates continuity of care. I have done several trainings in complex care. I also understand the need for hydration, good nutrition, skin care/pressure care, medication as part of the client’s holistic management. Those trainings helped me to understanding these vulnerable people conditions have multifactorial elements of care and I feel confident in being able to give the right support, but also communicate with those specialist services responsible to the specific care.

    Hourly

    Daily

    25 per hour

    Short notice care

    Short notice care

    27 per hour

    Overnight

    Sleeping

    150 per 10 hour

    Live-in

    Full time

    1,200 per week

    My rates are negotiable.

    Vetted & approved

    All Curam carers go through a comprehensive checking process before they receive our “Vetted & approved” status

    DBS/PVG/NI Access

    Enhanced

    DBS for

    Adult & Child

    Issue date

    10/01/2020

    Interview status

    Interviewed

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    Verified

    Karina v is insured for care work carried out through Curam platform
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    Two checkable references available on request from the carer

    I am friendly, caring and compassionate person who love to interact with people and my passion is to be part of someones growing and development. I have over 9 years experience supporting vulnerable adults and young people with Dementia, learning difficulties and significant physical disabilitie...More I am friendly, caring and compassionate person who love to interact with people and my passion is to be part of someones growing and development. I have over 9 years experience supporting vulnerable adults and young people with Dementia, learning difficulties and significant physical disabilities, including vascular dementia, autism, mental health, challenged behaviour, stroke, muscular dystrophy etc. These experiences have made reflect on the different interpersonal skills and attitudes required to adapt to the situation and the client to maximise participation, but also to build a good rapport where trust is important. I have been able to make a positive difference in individual’s life by follow standards and helping them to live independent, secure, and safe from harm. I keep myself motivate and always have a good attitude. I did additional studies in Health and Social Care for Children and Young People’s Service which brought me more experience in the sector. I also promoted numerous changes and improvements to my client’s life, by introducing menu plans, food intake, health charts, observation charts, repositioning charts etc. I had the ability to think on my feet to be able to prioritise tasks, but also ensure others tasks are covered. I have always shown great flexibility to meet the needs of the client, sometimes at short notice which shows the unpredictability of managing vulnerable clients. I have a good understanding regarding the management of vulnerable adults, safeguarding policy, but also issues surrounding mental capacity. I understand the importance of working alongside their families who also requires to be well supported as much as the customers involved in the care. Equally, I have developed acute sensitivity towards subtle changes in a person’s behaviour or presentation that may indicate all is not well. I feel confident that I understand policies and procedures to address concerns and I am very proud that at times – however difficult, I put the needs of my customers first. I am able to clearly and confidently lease with other members of the multidisciplinary team involved in customer’s support plan as this encourages good communication and facilitates continuity of care. I have done several trainings in complex care. I also understand the need for hydration, good nutrition, skin care/pressure care, medication as part of the client’s holistic management. Those trainings helped me to understanding these vulnerable people conditions have multifactorial elements of care and I feel confident in being able to give the right support, but also communicate with those specialist services responsible to the specific care.

    Specialist care

    Early stage dementia Late stage dementia COPD Stroke/TIA Parkinson's disease Incontinence Physical disabilities - adults Autism spectrum disorder Mental health Cerebral palsy Palliative care Huntington's disease Down's syndrome Diabetes Multiple sclerosis Learning disability Eating disorders Depression Dysphagia Anxiety +17

    Personal care

    Dressing/undressing Bathroom assistance Personal care

    Mobility assistance

    Exercise Eating and drinking assistance

    Companionship and house tasks

    Medical prompting Housekeeping Companionship Meal prep +2

    Languages spoken

    Portuguese Italian

    Interests and hobbies

    Art/Culture Cooking DIY Exercise Food & Wine Gardening Movies Music Reading Travel
    Has driving licence
    Owns a car
    Pet friendly
    Non-smoker
    Willing to work with children

    Client recommendations

    Gemma N

    21 Jan 2026

    Excellent

    Karina provided live-in care for our 87 yr old mum after a hip replacement. She was exceptional and I mean that in its fullest sense. Karina was efficient, capable, confident, a great communicator, extremely kind and went above and beyond. Mum loved her and she made a huge difference to Mum's recovery. We were so grateful for her care and would recommend her without any hesitation. An absolute star!

    Roy S

    22 Aug 2024

    Excellent

    I had Karina for one hour and she proved to be very efficient in and good at her job very polite and friendly l hope to have her on a regular basis when the care I have at the moment comes to an end. I was very pleased with her and would have no hesitation in recommending her

    Colin Graham G

    24 Jul 2024

    Excellent

    Karina was friendly and cheerful, quickly put me at ease when she arrived and did a good and efficient job of helping with my washing and cleaning the bathroom and carpets. She was very conscientious and was able to see what needed to be done instead of always having to rely on my direction. I have no hesitation in recommending her as a carer.

    Vetted & approved

    All Curam carers go through a comprehensive checking process before they receive our “Vetted & approved”status

    DBS/PVG/NI Access

    Enhanced

    DBS for

    Adult & Child

    Issue date

    10/01/2020

    Interview status

    Interviewed

    Photo comparison

    Verified

    Karina v is insured for care work carried out through Curam platform
    See details
    Two checkable references available on request from the carer

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