Catherine O. Care Companion in Homewood, IL 60430
Looking for full or part-time work as a care companion.
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Enhanced background check
Never run.
Enhanced background check(Not Run)
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Basic background check
Expired.
Last completed on 01/10/2015.
Basic background check 01/10/2015
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Motor vehicle records check
Expired.
Last completed on 12/16/2013.
Motor vehicle records check 12/16/2013
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CPR certification
Certification is self-reported and not verified.
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CPR certification
Homewood, IL
- 10 years paid experience
- Female
Last signed in: This week
Rating (3 reviews)
Cathy is so warm and friendly! My children loved her from the moment that she stepped into our home. She made me...
Home Care Rates $15 per hour
Catherine’s Bio
"INTEGRITY" best describes me in one word. "COMPASSION" would be the 2nd word. I have been a caregiver for over 25yrs to children, seniors and our beloved pets. I consider myself a nurturing, fun, smart & reliable caregiver. I truly LISTEN and care about what YOU NEED & also bring a much needed sense of humor with me. I try to encourage mild physical therapy if allowed, along with mental stimulation by playing any kind of games or cards. Music & gentle massage can also bring a huge benefit. I have been complemented on my cooking & can offer a huge variety. Personal note: We have 5 adult children (college grads), 2 precious dogs and I am CPR certified because of my Dental background of 15yrs in both clinical & mgmt. I can provide excellent references and look forward to speaking with you soon.
Cathy
Experience
Age Specific Experience
10 years paid experience with:
- Under 55 years old
- 55 to 64 years old
- 65 to 74 years old
- 75 to 84 years old
- Over 85 years old
Experience with providing basic care services:
- Conversation and companionship
- Safety supervision
- Meal preparation
- Medication reminders
- Social activities
- Light housekeeping
- Exercise/Physical activities
- Laundry and linen changes
- Shopping
- Mobility assistance
Experience with providing personal care services:
- Bathing
- Dressing
- Grooming
- Feeding and special diet
- Toileting
Experience with providing individualized services:
- Medication Administration
- Medication Assistance
- Medication Management
- Grooming Guidance
- Assistance with Pets
- Meal Planning
- Nutrition Education
- Mobility Training
Experience with providing health & medical services:
- Wound Care
- Pain Management
- IV Therapy/Injections
- Diabetic Care
Willing to run errands
Willing to provide non-medical transportation (e.g. to appointments, shopping, errands, etc.)
Availability & Job Preferences
Availability Duration
Prefers to provide visiting care
- Short term (1 to 3 months)
- Temporary (4 to 12 months)
- Permanent (1 to 2 years)
- Permanent (2 or more years)
- On call (as needed)
Job Duration
- Willing consider either a part time or full time position
- Start date is flexible
Availability
My availability is valid through 9/27/15
- Open (all day, everyday)
Reviews
Cathy is so warm and friendly! My children loved her from the moment that she stepped into our home. She made me and my husband very comfortable and assured us that she would take excellent care of my children and she did!!! I would recommend Cathy to anyone that wants the best care for their kids! She cooks too :) My children can not wait for her to come back!
Cathy is amazing! She has been the first babysitter our children have had, and I can't say enough good things about her. From the moment she met my children (ages 2 and 6), she put them at ease. Her kind, gentle manner is exactly what my children need. It was also what I needed, being slightly nervous about leaving my kids with a sitter for the first time. After the first day my kids met Cathy, they kept asking when she was going to come back! She quickly picked up on the personalities of my children and instictively knew what each one needed. It's rare that you meet somehow who inspires trust so quickly, but Cathy is one of those people. She is truly a very special person and a terrific sitter.
If you have a chance to work with Cathy, jump at it! She has been our full time babysitter for one month and our daughter absolutely loves her. Cathy is professional, reliable, and prompt. She has a true gift for interacting with children. Our daughter loves the games she plays with Cathy and learns new things from her every week. She is so creative and engaging with our daughter, and I love how she has expanded her imagination. I feel confident that our daughter is very safe in Cathy's care. Her experience and kind manner make her an A+++ babysitter. I can't say enough good things about Cathy! She is the babysitter you are searching for and are praying to find for your family, and I am confident that she will bring laughter and joy to any home.
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