Thembakazi

Date Of Birth: March 21, 1988

City: Kwa Zakhele, Port Elizabeth

Languages: English & Xhosa

Hobbies: Reading and Singing

What makes you a good caregiver and childminder?

“ I think patience and compassion are essential. This job requires a lot of tolerance for challenging situations , and a good communication and a positive attitude also go a long way. Mostly it needs endurance and physical ability to support patients with certain tasks. I have all that and more.. ..’’

In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver and childminder?
” I am more experienced in medication monitoring , dementia care , frail care , dementia care, post-operative care and disability care.’’

What makes you most excited about working with seniors and children?

“Working with older adults will grow your compassion and empathy as you assist them with their new challenges and struggles . You will likely become a more patient person who feels stronger sense of gratitude for your health and the health of your loved ones. Helping seniors is also an emotionally fulfilling occupation..’’.

What was the best day at work you’ve ever had and what made it so good?

” I was introduced to a patient that had stroke so she couldn't do anything, I changed her diet plan ,she started looking healthy and recovering she would wake me up every morning excited on doing exercises improving her life and well being. That made me realise I'm not just doing this because of employment I was born to look after seniors. ”

Nondumiso

Date Of Birth: February 12, 1966

City: Kwa Zakhele, Port Elizabeth

Languages: English & Xhosa

Hobbies: Cleaning and Singing

What makes you a good caregiver and childminder?

“ As a care giver and childminder , the most useful qualities are perseverance and kindness ,show wing compassion, understanding and empowerment towards elderly and individual people with special needs. To love and take care of my patients and also to be always available to them at any given time. ..’’

In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver and childminder?
” I am more experienced in medication monitoring , child and baby care , frail care , companion care , dementia care, peg tube feeding and post-operative care.’’

What makes you most excited about working with seniors and children?

“the opportunity to provide them with assistance, seeing them smile gives me a sense of purpose and hope.’’.

What was the best day at work you’ve ever had and what made it so good?

” It was the day I received an award as a best caregiver of the month, that strengthens my working relation more. ”

Tamryn

Date Of Birth: September 13, 2004

City: Schauderville, Port Elizabeth

Languages: English & Afrikaans

Hobbies: Cleaning and Singing

What makes you a good caregiver?

“ I believe my most useful qualities in this role are patience ,kindness and being compassionate . I love helping others ,making a difference and I feel privileged to be able to make such a positive impact on the lives of my clients ..’’

In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver?
” I am more experienced in medication monitoring , child and baby care , frail care , companion care , dementia care, peg tube feeding and post-operative care.’’

What makes you most excited about working with seniors?

“Seniors are amazing , their life stories , the love they give & everything in between support and offering friendship ’’.

What was the best day at work you’ve ever had and what made it so good?

” Every day , because what makes it special is that I am putting a smile on my patients faces & that's what makes it good seeing their excitement whenever I enter ”

Katiso

Date Of Birth: January 15, 1997

City: Daveyton Gauteng

Languages: English, IsiXhosa and IsiZulu

Hobbies: Reading and Dancing

What makes you a good caregiver?

“ I am very passionate about the skills I have and always show empathy to my clients. I pride myself in being a caregiver as I give out my love and help to those who need it the most”

In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver?
”I am more experienced in frail care, dementia care, child care, checking vitals signs, catheter care, peg tube feeding, wound care, bed and bath care and medication monitoring..”

What makes you most excited about working with seniors?

“It is FUN. When working with seniors, they have a true appreciation for those in their charge. I enjoy the stories, experiences and humor of the seniors that I do care for. They also enjoy the variety of activities and entertainment available that I provide.”

What was the best day at work you’ve ever had and what made it so good?

”When I was helping one of my senior clients who needed my help and also having those moments to talk about life - gave me joy to see them comfortable when they are around me..”

Nombulelo

Date Of Birth: September 28, 1979

City: Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape

Languages :English and Xhosa

Hobbies: Hiking and spending time with loved ones

What makes you a good caregiver?

“ Empathy and ability to put myself in the shoes of the people I am taking care of. I always do my job with a smile on my face showing to the patient that I love what they do and should always feel comfortable around me.’’

In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver?
”Dementia care, disability care, assessing basic vital signs, nanny care ,catheter care , pressure care , peg tube feeding, exercise and mobility assistance”

What makes you most excited about working with seniors?

“I am excited about working with the elderly because I have a genuine passion for it. I deeply care for them and treat them with respect and dignity.”

What was the best day at work you’ve ever had and what made it so good?

”It was when I performed my first bath experience, patient was very happy that I took them through whole process and they felt comfortable”.

Nomveliso

Date Of Birth: July 13, 1979

City: Port Elizabeth, Eastern CAPE

Languages: English and IsiXhosa

Hobbies: Reading and Baking

What makes you a good caregiver?

“ I am a very hard working, a fast learner who is very dedicated and trustworthy. My patients take priority and I always ensure they are happy and well take care of at all times.’’

In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver?
”I am more experienced in wound monitoring ,assessing basic vital signs, catheter care ,peg insertion and feeding, dementia care and disability care.”

What makes you most excited about working with seniors?

“I contribute to their wellbeing, it really gives me joy to see them well taken care of and happy due to my care and service. I also love it when we share stories .”

What was the best day at work you’ve ever had and what made it so good?

”It is always a good day for me one when I get praises for recommendations I have made based on my knowledge with the right medicine for my patients.”

Curvon

Date Of Birth: August 28, 1993

City: Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape

Languages: English and Afrikaans

Hobbies: Fishing and Listening to music

What makes you a good caregiver?

“ What makes me a good caregiver is my ability to create a strong bond and understanding with the patients and my emotional attachment to the elderly.”

In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver?
”I am more experienced in dementia care, child care ,frail care, bed and bath care , Alzheimer's care, cancer patient care, motor neuron disease care, checking vitals signs, catheter care, peg tube feeding, wound monitoring and medication monitoring..”

What makes you most excited about working with seniors?

“The joy of talking to them , having great conversation and being able to make a difference in their lives.”

What was the best day at work you’ve ever had and what made it so good?

”Everyday from my practical experience at the ‘‘home for the age ‘‘ was the best. Upon entering was a resident awaiting all the care workers greeting with a smile and passing by through the building and hearing the residents all excited gives me a good day knowing I'm doing my best to make them comfortable and understanding their needs...”

Noluthando

Date Of Birth: December 2, 1990

City: New Brighton, Eastern Cape

Languages: English and Xhosa

Hobbies: Reading and spending time with family

What makes you a good caregiver?

“ I am a hardworking ,driven individual who is not scared to face challenges . I am passionate about my work and I always get my work done and my patients take first priority in everything.”

In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver?
”I am more experienced in child care ,frail care, Alzheimer's care, dementia care, cancer patient care, motor neuron disease care, checking vitals signs, catheter care, peg tube feeding, wound monitoring, bed and bath care and medication monitoring..”

What makes you most excited about working with seniors?

“I get to help them with their needs and make them feel safe and happy all times and that makes them fell special and important . I also learn more things from them because of their wisdom. ”

What was the best day at work you’ve ever had and what made it so good?

”My best day was when I was at work looking after a patient who refused to eat and take medication ,she was given multiple times but she refused and I was so patient with her , tried my best and she started being cooperative and the family was very impressed..”

Valene

Date Of Birth: July 18, 1980

City: Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape

Languages: English and Afrikaans

Hobbies: Reading and Listening to music

What makes you a good caregiver?

“ Assisting patients is always something that I look forward to, I do not only help them with their needs but I also keep them company when they are lonely and keep them happy . ”

In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver?
”I am more experienced in bath & bed assistance ,peg tube feeding, assessing basic vital signs, dementia care ,catheter care ,colostomy care, Alzheimer’s care and wound monitoring,”

What makes you most excited about working with seniors?

“I learn a lot from them. Elderly people are full of wisdom. It's so amazing how much knowledge they have (and poor out to others). I love the moments I get to spend with the patient and just share about life.”

What was the best day at work you’ve ever had and what made it so good?

”My best day was when I was looking after a patient who refused to eat, after many attempts and being patient with him, he started being cooperative and the nurse was very impressed.”

Noxolo

Date Of Birth: September 01, 1990

City: Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape

Languages: English and Xhosa

Hobbies: Reading and Listening to music

What makes you a good caregiver?

“ My purpose is to serve, I have patience and show love for the people who are vulnerable and I give respect (bring light in people's life. . ”

In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver?
”I am more experienced in bath & bed assistance ,child and elderly physical disability care, assessing basic vital signs, dementia care , and wound monitoring,”

What makes you most excited about working with seniors?

“I learn a lot from them. Elderly people are full of wisdom. It's so amazing how much knowledge they have (and pour out to others). I love the moments I get to spend with the patient and just share about life.”

What was the best day at work you’ve ever had and what made it so good?

”My best day was when I was looking after a patient who refused to eat, after many attempts and being patient with him, he started being cooperative and the nurse was very impressed.”

Samantha

Date Of Birth: June 8, 2001

City: Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape

Languages :English and Xhosa

Hobbies: Reading and Going to the gym

What makes you a good caregiver?

“ I am passionate about helping people who need care and I always provide the best care with a smile on my face ensuring friendliness amongst me and my patients in order for them to be more comfortable with me. ”

In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver?
”I am more experienced in disability care, assessing basic vital signs, dementia care ,catheter care ,peg tube feeding, wound monitoring, bath & bed assistance and physical disability care.”

What makes you most excited about working with seniors?

“I get to help them with their needs and make them feel safe and happy, this makes them feel important.”

What was the best day at work you’ve ever had and what made it so good?

”My best day was when I was doing my practical’s, just knowing that someone depends on me to get his/ her day going and the appreciation I receive from them was fulfilling and also gaining more experience,”.

Ziyanda

Date Of Birth: June 26, 1988

City: Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape

Languages :English, Xhosa and Zulu

Hobbies: Writing and Playing with pets

What makes you a good caregiver?

“ I always show empathy in each and every situation and remain respectful to patients of all ages and love helping those who can’t help themselves . ”

In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver?
”Dementia care, assessing basic vital signs, nanny care ,catheter care , pressure care and wound monitoring.”

What makes you most excited about working with seniors?

“Taking care of them knowing that my service will make an impact in their lives and their funny stories.”

What was the best day at work you’ve ever had and what made it so good?

”My best day was when I was chosen from my shift as a best care giver amongst my colleagues.”.

Bulelwa

Date Of Birth: January 4, 1990

City: Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape

Languages:English and Xhosa

Hobbies: Cooking and baking

What makes you a good caregiver?

“ The love I have for my line of work, the relationships I build with my patients because I am able ”

In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver?
”physical disability care ,pressure care, wound care, catheter care, assessing basic vital signs and dementia care.”

What makes you most excited about working with seniors?

“I am able to relate to them, make them feel welcome and help them with everything they need”

What was the best day at work you’ve ever had and what made it so good?

”When we learnt creative arts at the facility I used to work at with my patients- We had so much fun.".

Geisha

Date Of Birth: Jul 22, 1993

City: Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape

Languages: English and Afrikaans

Hobbies: Cooking and baking

What makes you a good caregiver?

“ .I love taking care of those who can't or is in need of help and I really have a passion for my line of work. .”

In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver?
”wound care, physical disability care, dementia care and care of paraplegic.”

What makes you most excited about working with seniors?

“Working with seniors is exciting because l gain experience, helping patients with disability as some of them cannot do most of the things on their own ,telling stories and playing games”

What was the best day at work you’ve ever had and what made it so good?

”My best day at work was when I got to spend a whole weekend with my patient. We did a lot of fun activities but most all we spoke for hours about the days when he used to travel other countries that fascinated me a lot.”

Luvuyo

Date Of Birth: June 14, 1989

City: Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape

Languages:English, Xhosa and Zulu

Hobbies: Cooking and baking

What makes you a good caregiver?

“ I am a good communicator and I get along so well with my patients due to being respectful and having patience .”

In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver?
”Care of paraplegic, Nanny care, pressure care, dementia care, frail care, wound monitoring, vital signs monitoring, physical disability care and mental disability care.”

What makes you most excited about working with seniors?

“Helping them when they need care, spending time talking about what makes them happy and the past.”

What was the best day at work you’ve ever had and what made it so good?

”I accompanied one of my patients for a checkup and learnt a lot from the doctors, this made it more easier for me to help them.”

Samukelisiwe

Date Of Birth: December 18, 1993

City: Motherwell Eastern Cape

Languages: English, Xhosa and Zulu

Hobbies: Cooking and baking

What makes you a good caregiver?

“ I am a hardworking caregiver who is self motivated and always strive to achieve the best in playing a major role in the lives of my patients .”

In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver?
”Care of paraplegic ,nanny care, pressure care, dementia care, frail care, wound monitoring, vital signs monitoring, physical disability care and mental disability care ”

What makes you most excited about working with seniors?

“Working with seniors is exciting because l gain experience, helping patients with disability as some of them cannot do most of the things on their own ,telling stories and playing games”

What was the best day at work you’ve ever had and what made it so good?

”It was when I started my practical’s , it felt very good when I had to put my theory in action and experiencing that.”

Abongile

Date Of Birth: April 13, 1997

City: Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape

Languages: English and Xhosa

Hobbies: Reading and Cooking

What makes you a good caregiver?

“ I have empathy, always putting myself in other’s people shoes and I always work my best showing love and support to my patients.”

In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver?
”pressure care, physical disability care, mental disability care , dementia care, frail care, wound monitoring and vital signs monitoring.”

What makes you most excited about working with seniors?

“Helping them with everything they need and also making conversation with them.”

What was the best day at work you’ve ever had and what made it so good?

”When a patient of mine was so happy with me and how I treated them and complimented me..”

Joline

Date Of Birth: February 14, 1982

City: Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape

Languages: English and Afrikaans

Hobbies: Reading and Cooking

What makes you a good caregiver?

“ I have a passion for looking after the old, frail and sick. Taking care of my patient makes me feel good as I know that I contribute towards their wellness.”

In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver?
”I am most qualified in palliative care, catheter care, pressure care, physical disability care, mental disability care , dementia care, frail care and care of paraplegic.”

What makes you most excited about working with seniors?

“To know that with my help and care they get to feel better and I am making a difference in their lives.”

What was the best day at work you’ve ever had and what made it so good?

”My best day was when my patient had gone into hospital, suffering from dementia already, but had to get a pacemaker put in, he didn’t remember anyone not even his kids when he was discharged, but he remembered me😊that was the best feeling ever, cause I know I have been good at my job.”

Pearl

Date Of Birth: March 29, 1993

City: Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape

Languages: English, Xhosa and Zulu

Hobbies: Reading and Cooking

What makes you a good caregiver?

“ I am very passionate about caring for my patients and I am very loving, this makes it easier for me to relate to the patients because of empathy.”

In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver?
”I am most qualified in physical disability care, palliative care, catheter care, pressure care, assessing basic vital signs, mental disability care and dementia care”

What makes you most excited about working with seniors?

“When I get to know more about them, their cultures and the great stories they always tell.”

What was the best day at work you’ve ever had and what made it so good?

”I once performed CPR on a patient and the patient recovered quickly and got well.”

Maurisha

Date Of Birth: December 5, 1989

City: Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape

Languages: English and Afrikaans

Hobbies: Reading and Cooking

What makes you a good caregiver?

“ I put my patients first in everything that I do. I always give them the best care, provide them love and show respect at all times .”

In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver?
”I am most qualified in pressure care, relief care, checking basic vital signs, peg tube feeding, dementia care, wound monitoring and bed-making skills.”

What makes you most excited about working with seniors?

“They always treat me like family and this is because I always have a good relationship with whoever I look after”

What was the best day at work you’ve ever had and what made it so good?

”When I was appreciated by my patient who was in pain earlier the day but we ended up chatting and laughing about our stories.”