Debbie O. Care Companion in Lake Stevens, WA 98258

I bring a lifetime of compassion, reliability, and hands-on caregiving experience to every person and family I serve. Early in my career, I worked as an educational assistant at Maplewood Elementary in a program supporting students with physical and developmental disabilities. This experience shaped my patient, understanding approach and deep respect for individualized care.

I have also spent 19 years coaching youth and high school sports, developing strong leadership skills, encouragement techniques, and the ability to connect with people of all ages and abilities.

Professionally, I worked for 6.5 years as a Certified Nursing Assistant, serving clients at King County Detox as well as in two nursing home settings. In these roles, I provided personal care, mobility assistance, and emotional support while maintaining a safe and respectful environment. I later became an entrepreneur, owning and operating three successful drive-thru espresso stands, further strengthening my organizational skills, dependability, and work ethic.

Most recently, I had the honor of caring full-time for my father in home until his passing in May 2025. This deeply personal experience reinforced my commitment to providing compassionate companionship, dignity, and attentive daily care. I have also provided transportation and mobility support for a rehabilitation patient following a foot amputation, assisting with dialysis appointments, wheelchair support, and gait transfers 3x per week for a duration of seven weeks.

In addition to my professional experience, I volunteer regularly in my niece’s 3rd-grade classroom and remain actively involved in my community. I am known for being dependable, trustworthy, and kind, with reliable transportation and a flexible schedule.

My goal as a caregiver and companion is to provide not only safe and attentive care, but also meaningful connection, respect, and peace of mind for both clients and their families.