Over the last five years I have worked as a live-in-carer. I have been with my current client for two and a half years. However, as a new grandparent I would like to have more flexibility with hours that I work in order to help with childcare.
Prior to live in care, I have worked in various ca...MoreOver the last five years I have worked as a live-in-carer. I have been with my current client for two and a half years. However, as a new grandparent I would like to have more flexibility with hours that I work in order to help with childcare.
Prior to live in care, I have worked in various care roles since qualifying for my HND in adult nursing back in 2011.
My first live-in care was for a couple that had not previously had a live-in carer, both were initially very against the idea, not understanding why suddenly they needed to have a stranger living in their home. Although initially a challenge, I managed to quickly put them at ease by reassuring them that I was there to keep them safe and secure in their own home and assist and enable them to maintain their normal routine and lifestyle as much as possible, to be a companion, but also to help them remain independent in their own home and cherish all the memories they’ve made there. I built up a great relationship with both them and their family andI cared for them for a year.
Skills and Experience
• Empathy, patience and compassion towards others
• Personal care, assisting with shower, drying, dressing, shaving etc whilst also respecting their dignity and maintaining their independence where possible.
• Monitoring pressure points and pressure care
• Helping with mobility, prompting using walking aids where necessary or using hoists
• Overseeing medication according to the care plan
• Household chores helping around the home, such as vacuuming, cleaning and laundry
• Preparing and cooking meals of client’s choice
• Running errands and assisting with tasks such as shopping
• Updating care plans, reviewing and record keeping
• Reporting important details to colleagues to ensure a safe and up to date care for client
• Preparing for social outings
• Liaising with family, district nurses, Drs and other healthcare professionals
• Keeping the home environment safe and secure
• Keeping up to date with the Care Certificate modules which cover 15 modules including Basic Life Skills, Moving and Handling and Medication
About Me
I enjoy driving up to the Lakes and taking the dog for long walks up in the Hills and recently started to do some of the Wainright walks. I absolutely adore all creatures great and small. Although have had cats most of my life I now have a black miniature cockapoo, 15 months old called Kip. He stays with my parents when I am working although I have taken him to work with one of my clients as he loves dogs and requested I bring him along too. I found it actually helped uplift his spirits so it worked well. I also love cooking and experimenting with new healthy ideas and recipes and I can loose myself in painting seascapes, animals, portraits and abstract when I have some spare time.
For live in care I prefer to work one week on, one week off, mainly because I don’t like to be apart from my dog for too long. However if a client is a big animal lover and doesn’t mind me bringing him along I would consider working longer.
Hourly
Daily
20 per hour
Short notice care
Short notice care
25 per hour
Overnight
Sleeping
100 per 8 hour
Waking
18 per hour
Live-in
Part time
180 per day
Full time
1,200 per week
Vetted & approved
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DBS/PVG/NI Access
Enhanced
DBS for
Adult
Interview status
Interviewed
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Over the last five years I have worked as a live-in-carer. I have been with my current client for two and a half years. However, as a new grandparent I would like to have more flexibility with hours that I work in order to help with childcare.
Prior to live in care, I have worked in various ca...MoreOver the last five years I have worked as a live-in-carer. I have been with my current client for two and a half years. However, as a new grandparent I would like to have more flexibility with hours that I work in order to help with childcare.
Prior to live in care, I have worked in various care roles since qualifying for my HND in adult nursing back in 2011.
My first live-in care was for a couple that had not previously had a live-in carer, both were initially very against the idea, not understanding why suddenly they needed to have a stranger living in their home. Although initially a challenge, I managed to quickly put them at ease by reassuring them that I was there to keep them safe and secure in their own home and assist and enable them to maintain their normal routine and lifestyle as much as possible, to be a companion, but also to help them remain independent in their own home and cherish all the memories they’ve made there. I built up a great relationship with both them and their family andI cared for them for a year.
Skills and Experience
• Empathy, patience and compassion towards others
• Personal care, assisting with shower, drying, dressing, shaving etc whilst also respecting their dignity and maintaining their independence where possible.
• Monitoring pressure points and pressure care
• Helping with mobility, prompting using walking aids where necessary or using hoists
• Overseeing medication according to the care plan
• Household chores helping around the home, such as vacuuming, cleaning and laundry
• Preparing and cooking meals of client’s choice
• Running errands and assisting with tasks such as shopping
• Updating care plans, reviewing and record keeping
• Reporting important details to colleagues to ensure a safe and up to date care for client
• Preparing for social outings
• Liaising with family, district nurses, Drs and other healthcare professionals
• Keeping the home environment safe and secure
• Keeping up to date with the Care Certificate modules which cover 15 modules including Basic Life Skills, Moving and Handling and Medication
About Me
I enjoy driving up to the Lakes and taking the dog for long walks up in the Hills and recently started to do some of the Wainright walks. I absolutely adore all creatures great and small. Although have had cats most of my life I now have a black miniature cockapoo, 15 months old called Kip. He stays with my parents when I am working although I have taken him to work with one of my clients as he loves dogs and requested I bring him along too. I found it actually helped uplift his spirits so it worked well. I also love cooking and experimenting with new healthy ideas and recipes and I can loose myself in painting seascapes, animals, portraits and abstract when I have some spare time.
For live in care I prefer to work one week on, one week off, mainly because I don’t like to be apart from my dog for too long. However if a client is a big animal lover and doesn’t mind me bringing him along I would consider working longer.
Specialist care
Early stage dementiaLate stage dementiaStroke/TIA Incontinence Learning disability Anxiety Asthma+4
Personal care
Dressing/undressingBathroom assistancePersonal care
Mobility assistance
ExerciseEating and drinking assistance
Companionship and house tasks
Medical promptingHousekeepingCompanionshipMeal prep+2
