Hello, my name is Mel.
I have worked within health and social care for over 20 years. My main expertise lie in caring for people with dementia, supporting individuals to form, build upon and maintain memories, independence and feelings of well being. I have completed a degree in social work, writ...MoreHello, my name is Mel.
I have worked within health and social care for over 20 years. My main expertise lie in caring for people with dementia, supporting individuals to form, build upon and maintain memories, independence and feelings of well being. I have completed a degree in social work, writing my dissertation on the benefits of horticultural therapy for people living with dementia. I later worked with the Alzheimer’s Society as a dementia adviser. However, much of my knowledge and expertise in this area has come from the people I have cared for and the very many things caring for them has taught me.
In addition, I have a wide range of experience caring for people from different walks of life with vastly differing needs, wishes and abilities. These roles have included caring for people living with acquired brain injuries, Huntington’s disease, post stroke, motor neurone disease, and providing care for people at the end of their lives.
I am empathetic, compassionate and self reflective. I enjoy getting to know the people I care for, learning about each person’s life experiences and the things that are important to them. I love discovering what brings people laughter and joy, and what helps them to feel safe, content and happy. I work hard to learn how each individual wants to live, and to discover the ways of caring that feel right for them, whilst enabling as much independence as possible.
I live in Skipton, a beautiful town on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales. I love plants and animals and nature in general. In my spare time I volunteer on a community allotment and for a charity helping elderly and terminally ill people look after their pets. I really enjoy playing tennis, hiking and cycling, and exploring the wonderful world we live in. Whilst one of my favourite parts of the world is the Western isles and cost of Scotland, I have travelled through over 100 countries, and hope to be able to explore many more.
It would be lovely to hear from you if you feel I might be able to provide the care you or someone in your life need.
Thank you very much for reading,
Mel
Hourly
Daily
22 per hour
Short notice care
Short notice care
22 per hour
Overnight
Sleeping
100 per 10 hour
Waking
40 per hour
Live-in
Part time
170 per day
Full time
1,190 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
Issue date
29/10/2022
Interview status
Interviewed
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Melanie t is insured for care work carried out through Curam platform
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Hello, my name is Mel.
I have worked within health and social care for over 20 years. My main expertise lie in caring for people with dementia, supporting individuals to form, build upon and maintain memories, independence and feelings of well being. I have completed a degree in social work, writ...MoreHello, my name is Mel.
I have worked within health and social care for over 20 years. My main expertise lie in caring for people with dementia, supporting individuals to form, build upon and maintain memories, independence and feelings of well being. I have completed a degree in social work, writing my dissertation on the benefits of horticultural therapy for people living with dementia. I later worked with the Alzheimer’s Society as a dementia adviser. However, much of my knowledge and expertise in this area has come from the people I have cared for and the very many things caring for them has taught me.
In addition, I have a wide range of experience caring for people from different walks of life with vastly differing needs, wishes and abilities. These roles have included caring for people living with acquired brain injuries, Huntington’s disease, post stroke, motor neurone disease, and providing care for people at the end of their lives.
I am empathetic, compassionate and self reflective. I enjoy getting to know the people I care for, learning about each person’s life experiences and the things that are important to them. I love discovering what brings people laughter and joy, and what helps them to feel safe, content and happy. I work hard to learn how each individual wants to live, and to discover the ways of caring that feel right for them, whilst enabling as much independence as possible.
I live in Skipton, a beautiful town on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales. I love plants and animals and nature in general. In my spare time I volunteer on a community allotment and for a charity helping elderly and terminally ill people look after their pets. I really enjoy playing tennis, hiking and cycling, and exploring the wonderful world we live in. Whilst one of my favourite parts of the world is the Western isles and cost of Scotland, I have travelled through over 100 countries, and hope to be able to explore many more.
It would be lovely to hear from you if you feel I might be able to provide the care you or someone in your life need.
Thank you very much for reading,
Mel
Specialist care
Early stage dementiaLate stage dementiaAccident rehabilitation Stroke/TIA Parkinson's disease Incontinence Physical disabilities - adults Palliative care Huntington's disease Motor neurone disease Down's syndrome Diabetes Arthritis Multiple sclerosis Learning disability Depression Visual and hearing impairments Anxiety Alzheimer’s Cancer Chronic pain Lewys bodies Pressure sores+20
Personal care
Dressing/undressingBathroom assistancePersonal care
Mobility assistance
Eating and drinking assistance
Companionship and house tasks
Medical promptingHousekeepingCompanionshipMeal prep+2
Languages spoken
Currently learning Arabic
Interests and hobbies
Current affairsGardeningMusicReadingTravelHikingCyclingCampingNaturePeopleJigsawsPlaying Cards
Has driving licence
Pet friendly
Non-smoker
Qualification
Care related NVQ level 3
Dementia awareness
Fire safety
First aid
Fluids & nutrition
Food safety
Hoisting
Infection control
Lone working
Medication administration
Moving and handling certificate
Practical basic life support
Practical moving and handling
Safeguarding adults
Safeguarding children
Social work studies
Specialist skills
Hoisting
Moving and handling
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
Issue date
29/10/2022
Interview status
Interviewed
Photo comparison
Verified
Melanie t is insured for care work carried out through Curam platform
Vetted & approved carers
DBS checked & insured
