Deborah P. Care Companion in Chesapeake, VA 23320

My name is Deborah.  I will be available mid-August do to a family move. I have been a care giver on several levels for most of my life. I also taught school for 18 years. I have been certified as a CNA and Activities/Social Services Director since 2014. I did childcare/eldercare as a side job, along with teaching or long term care. You will find my childcare credentials under my Childcare application. As for eldercare, I have worked in long term care and activities in two facilities. I worked, overnight hours with a man who had Parkinsons Disease. One woman had a broken hip, and I was with her for about 3 months.  I sat with a resident at a nursing home for several months, until her death.  Her family had heard about me, and hired me sight unseen. I have stayed with several friends for brief times after hospital stays. I assisted for several months with a woman with pre and post rehab needs. I have helped with small chores, light housekeeping and meals. I play various games, run errands, do grocery shopping... just the everyday living responsibilities.   I'm willing to do what I have to do to make them comfortable or assist. I am told I have excellent bedside manner. My "adopted" mother had long term illness (a fused back, fibromialga, many hospital stays), and I assisted her on every level. I am willing to stay with seniors so thier family members can have a break or go on vacation. I am a good communicator between seniors and family members.  I have a cheery disposition and a good head on my shoulders.  I am responsible, flexible and have an excellent work ethic. I am calm in an emergency and able to bring cheer and hope. All rates are negotiable.