Date Of Birth: October 30, 1987
City: Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu Natal
Languages: English, Xhosa, Zulu, Sesotho
Hobbies: Exercise, cooking, knitting and reading
What makes you a good caregiver?
“I am compassionate, trustworthy and dependable. I enjoy my scope of work and always give it my all.”
In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver?
“I've gained experience in various types of health conditions such as Palliative, Frail, Mental and Physical Disability care, as well as nanny care, and other requirements from my years of experience working at frail care facilities and hospitals. I’m comfortable and experienced in PEG feeding and post-operative care, as well as wound monitoring and pressure care.”
What makes you most excited about working with seniors?
“Working with seniors presents a wide variety of opportunities; the learning and experience you gain is valuable. Especially senior clients with disabilities who require care and support, we gain so much not only intellectually but personally too, as we help them to become more independent and confident in their own abilities. Seeing their enthusiasm and excitement really gets me going.”
What was your best day at work and what made it good?
“My best day at work is one that allows me to provide exceptional service to my clients. It makes me feel like I have accomplished my duty and that I have made progress on the family I am working on.”
What personal values are most important to you?
“Accountability, integrity, and sustainability”