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Gary m

Gary M

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1 mile away in Inveraray, PA32

18 years of experience

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Specialist Live-In Carer | 20 Yrs Exp in Dementia, Mental Health & Complex Physical Care. Hi, my name is Gary. Originally from Scotland, I provide premium, tailored live-in care to clients all across the UK. I bring a unique dual background to my practice, combining 12 years of experience as a ...More Specialist Live-In Carer | 20 Yrs Exp in Dementia, Mental Health & Complex Physical Care. Hi, my name is Gary. Originally from Scotland, I provide premium, tailored live-in care to clients all across the UK. I bring a unique dual background to my practice, combining 12 years of experience as a mental health support worker with 8 years as a self-employed live-in carer. Holding an NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care and a Care Certificate, I work in a strictly person-centred way, bridging the gap between advanced physical assistance and cognitive or behavioral support. I support clients managing:Neurological & Cognitive Conditions: Dementia, Parkinson's disease, and learning disabilities.Complex Physical & Medical Needs: Palliative care, end-of-life care, and advanced physical disabilities. I provide complete practical and emotional assistance to ensure independence at home. This includes medication administration, personal care, continence management, and moving and handling using hoists and transfer aids. I also manage household duties, cooking, and companionship. I am an animal lover, so pets are always welcome. Additionally, I am an experienced world traveller and am happy to accompany clients on holidays in the UK or abroad. Credentials & Logistics:Enhanced DBS (on the Update Service) Full Public Liability Insurance. Registered as an independent, self-employed professional.

Live-in

Part time

200 per day

Full time

1,400 per week

My rates are negotiable.

Vetted & approved

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DBS/PVG/NI Access

Enhanced

DBS for

Adult

Issue date

15/01/2022

Interview status

Interviewed

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Specialist Live-In Carer | 20 Yrs Exp in Dementia, Mental Health & Complex Physical Care. Hi, my name is Gary. Originally from Scotland, I provide premium, tailored live-in care to clients all across the UK. I bring a unique dual background to my practice, combining 12 years of experience as a ...More Specialist Live-In Carer | 20 Yrs Exp in Dementia, Mental Health & Complex Physical Care. Hi, my name is Gary. Originally from Scotland, I provide premium, tailored live-in care to clients all across the UK. I bring a unique dual background to my practice, combining 12 years of experience as a mental health support worker with 8 years as a self-employed live-in carer. Holding an NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care and a Care Certificate, I work in a strictly person-centred way, bridging the gap between advanced physical assistance and cognitive or behavioral support. I support clients managing:Neurological & Cognitive Conditions: Dementia, Parkinson's disease, and learning disabilities.Complex Physical & Medical Needs: Palliative care, end-of-life care, and advanced physical disabilities. I provide complete practical and emotional assistance to ensure independence at home. This includes medication administration, personal care, continence management, and moving and handling using hoists and transfer aids. I also manage household duties, cooking, and companionship. I am an animal lover, so pets are always welcome. Additionally, I am an experienced world traveller and am happy to accompany clients on holidays in the UK or abroad. Credentials & Logistics:Enhanced DBS (on the Update Service) Full Public Liability Insurance. Registered as an independent, self-employed professional.

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 Schizophrenia Down's syndrome Diabetes Arthritis Learning disability Eating disorders Bipolar disorder Depression Self-harm Obsessive compulsive disorder Borderline personality disorder Anxiety +20

Personal care

Dressing/undressing Bathroom assistance Personal care

Mobility assistance

Eating and drinking assistance

Companionship and house tasks

Medical prompting Housekeeping Companionship Meal prep +2

Languages spoken

Interests and hobbies

Art/Culture Cooking Current affairs Food & Wine Movies Music Reading Sport Travel
Pet friendly
Non-smoker

Qualification

Care related NVQ level 3

Fire safety

First aid

Food safety

Hoisting

Infection control

Lone working

Medication administration

Specialist skills

Hoisting

Client recommendations

Bernard M

09 Jan 2024

Excellent

Gary has a very gentle manner, a huge breadth of experience, and is adaptable to the specific needs of the client in a very professional way. He works very well alongside others in the care sector. As a carer for a gentleman in his mid-60s, Gary was very respectful of the family home environment but also enriched our family life. He is an excellent carer and is highly recommended.

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

15/01/2022

Interview status

Interviewed

Photo comparison

Verified

Gary m 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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