Saneliswa

Date Of Birth: 13 December 2000

Location: Verulam, DBN

Languages: English & Zulu

Hobbies: Cooking, baking, reading, and spending time with family.

What makes you a good caregiver?

“My passion and dedication are making sure that clients are catered to on a daily basis. I ensure that I am able to understand and communicate easily.”

In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver?

“My ability to work under pressure as well as my communicational skills”

Your best day at work you've ever had and what made it so good?

‘‘I remember a beautiful memory I had with one of my clients. She appreciated the way I handled every need that she had especially since she has been in hospital for a long time. She was very happy and grateful that I took care of her and wished me the best in all my studies’’

What makes you most excited about working with seniors?

“Having quality time with them, learning different backgrounds and stories from their past lives truly brings a smile to my face’’

What’s the most interesting thing about you that we don’t know from your resume?

“I know how to work under pressure and always handle uncomfortable situations in a professional way’’

Nandipa

Date Of Birth: 4 November 1975

City: Delft, Cape Town

Languages: English, Xhosa & Zulu

Hobbies: Reading & writing

What makes you a good caregiver?

“Giving client’s the love and care they deserve. I am humble, respectful, willing to learn, a good listener and I have empathy. I strive to creating a comfortable and safe environment for patients. Most importantly I make my patients feel valued.”

In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver?

“Since I have helped patients with a variety of medical conditions and personal requirements, I am confident in assisting with mobility, bathing bedridden patients or patients that have suffered from a stroke.”

What makes you most excited about working with seniors?

“Leaning more about patients and their past, this helps with finding effective ways to produce the best possible care and creating a happy and comfortable environment for the patient. Knowing that I’m making a positive impact in their daily lives.”

What’s the most interesting thing about you that we don’t know from your resume?

“I'm a hardworking, reliable, a good listener and I have a passion for taking care of people. I always use my initiative and go the extra mile. I also have a valid diver’s license.”

Beauty-Erina

Date Of Birth: 22 December 1982

City: Fishhoek, Cape Town

Languages: English

Hobbies: Cooking & Baking

What makes you a good caregiver?

“It is with pride that I provide care for my clients, as I am a patient and reliable individual. In contrast, I am honest, attentive, and extremely mindful of my clients' needs..”

Your best day at work you’ve ever had and what made it so good.

“I was looking after a lovely lady, whom I loved dearly. I enjoyed dressing her up, taking her out for lunch and engaging in conversation with her. Seeing her laughing and smiling and no longer in pain and tears brought so much joy to my heart”

In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver?

“With the experience I have gained over the years, I am comfortable with Dementia Care, Physically Disabled Care, Mentally Disabled Care, Disabled Care for Children, Nanny care, Vital Signs, Catheter Care, and Pressure Care.”

What makes you most excited about working with seniors?

“Playing board games with the elderly, building puzzles and creating projects of their interest to stimulate their minds”

What’s the most interesting thing about you that we don’t know from your resume?

'“I love baking, I see myself potentially opening up my own bakery”

Claudine

Date Of Birth: 9 October 1978

City: Plumstead, Cape Town

Languages: English & French

Hobbies: Cooking

What makes you a good caregiver?

“My friendly, hard-working nature allows me to easily integrate into my surroundings and accomplish my goals. As a kindhearted and dependable person with years of experience working in hospitals, rehab facilities, and orphanages caring for children/infants, and the elderly.”

In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver?

“ Over the years working in frail care facilities, private hospitals, and private clients, I have gained the necessary experience in assisting with general Frail Care, Dementia Care, Palliative Care, Post-Operative Care, Physical Disability Care, Assessing Basic Vital Signs, Basic Catheter Care, Stoma Care, Stroke Care, Diabetic Care, Pressure Care, Wound Care Monitoring, Transferring assistance, Basic Oxygen Therapy assistance, PEG Feeding and Tracheostomy assistance.”

What makes you most excited about working with seniors?

“Knowing that you're making a positive impact in their lives, whether it's short-term or long-term.”

What’s the most interesting thing about you that we don’t know from your resume?

“I am an early childhood development teacher who has worked with children for more than three years. Personally, I love to self-improve and develop new skill sets and knowledge whether in my field of work or out. I am currently studying to become a Registered Nurse. ”

What personal values are most important to you?

“Respect, Gratitude, Kindness”

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Babalwa Q

Date Of Birth: 6 June 1995

City: Cape Town

Languages: English

Hobbies: Spending time with family

What makes you a good caregiver?

“I always carry a smile and enjoy working with the elderly, I can deal with any kind of a situation.”

Your best day at work you’ve ever had and what made it so good.

“I learn new things every day when working with patients, so every day is the best day.”

In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver?

“I am good at communication always ensuring clients understand and feel comfortable, especially working with dementia patients”

What makes you most excited about working with seniors?

“Working with elders is always a blessing and the fact I can learn from them is an even greater blessing”

What’s the most interesting thing about you that we don’t know from your resume?

“I did a Dementia course and an engineering fitting and turning level 2 course.”

Hlengiwe M

Date Of Birth: 23 September 1995

City: Dunoon, Cape Town

Languages: English, Afrikaans, Xhosa & Zulu

Hobbies: Attending debate conferences & Reading

What makes you a good caregiver?

“Care for the elderly and frail is something I take pride in. After building a relationship and trust, I consider them more than just clients, but more like family in the long run. However, I still maintain my professionalism when caring for them.”

In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver?

‘‘I've gained experience in various types of health conditions and requirements from my years of experience working in frail care facilities as well as hospitals which allows me to work with Specialized Care clients such as Dementia Care, Post-Operative Care, Palliative Care, Stroke Care, Disability Care For Children and Adults, as well as Chronic Illness. to name a few.”

What makes you most excited about working with seniors?

“You always learning with the elderly, and also getting to see a change made in their life.”

What’s the most interesting thing about you that we don’t know from your resume?

“The most fascinating thing about me is that I love nature and I like to challenge my fears in order to conquer them one day.”

What personal values are most important to you?

“My most important personal value is that we must respect one another in order to have peace and loyalty”

Phumla M

Date Of Birth: 24 November 1980

City: Wells Estate, Port Elizabeth

Languages: English, Xhosa, Zulu, Swazi, and Sotho

Hobbies: Spending time with family

What makes you a good caregiver?

“Care for the elderly and frail is something I take pride in. After building a relationship and trust, I consider them more than just clients, but more like family in the long run. However, I still maintain my professionalism when caring for them.”

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 and Disability care and other requirements from my years of experience working frail care facilities as well as hospitals .”

What makes you most excited about working with seniors?

“You always learning with the elderly, and also getting to see a change made in their life.”

What’s the most interesting thing about you that we don’t know from your resume?

“I love to take part in community campaigns.”

What personal values are most important to you?

“Family and Compassion”

Lezane

Date Of Birth: 29 July 1989

City: Paarl, Cape Town

Languages: Afrikaans & English

Hobbies: Community Engagement

What makes you a good caregiver?

"Keeping my patients' well-being at the forefront of everything I do makes me a compassionate and effective caregiver."

In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver?

“I've gained experience assisting patients with various types of health conditions such as general Frail care, Dementia care, Palliative care, Disability care, Post-Operative care, and other requirements from my years of experience working in frail care facilities as well as private clients.”

What makes you most excited about working with seniors?

"Conversations with them and treasured memories we share bring me great joy. It truly brightens my day to talk with them and see the smiles on their faces as they recount their favorite memories."

What’s the most interesting thing about you that we don’t know from your resume?

"As an active member of my community, I have distributed food parcels and worked with fundraisers to help those facing hardships, as well as assisting where I could to uplift and make a difference. I believe we can all make a positive impact one small act of kindness at a time.”

What personal values are most important to you?

"Integrity and Compassion, I am passionate about uplifting those around me."

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Britney

Caregiver

Date Of Birth: 02 April 2000

City: Newlands West, Durban

Languages: English & Afrikaans

Hobbies: Cooking

REVIEWS RECEIVED FROM CLIENTS

What makes you a good caregiver?
”I strive through my career with the passion I have when I help those who can no longer do certain things for themselves. As I have compassion and understanding, with years of experience caring for children/infants, and the elderly.”

What makes you most excited about working with seniors?
”I grew up with my grandma, from year to year I got to experience the old tales, stories and advise provided. The frail are extremely wise”

What’s the most interesting thing about you that we don’t know from your resume?
”I love to cook, read books and I can speak Isizulu not fluently but the basics.”

What personal values are most important to you?
Being honest, family and responsibility.

Veransha

Date of Birth: 3 November 1987

City: Randburg, Johannesburg

Languages: English, Afrikaans & Xhosa

Hobbies: Volunteering and Charity

What makes you a good caregiver?

“In addition to having a great deal of patience, compassion, and attention, I enjoy interacting with people one-on-one.”

Share a time when you displayed [one of our company’s values]. Capable, honest, attentive, Mindful & Pioneering?
“In the high care/Covid-19 ward where I worked alongside a senior nurse, we had four patients assigned to us, one whose stats dropped so low that everyone worried she wouldn't survive the night, so I encouraged her to get through the night and to defeat her illness, and she recovered and was discharged two days later thanking me for my encouragement.”

In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver?

“Due to my experience, I enjoy taking care of my client's personal hygiene as I'm quite hygienic. There is no better way to start the day than to be fresh and clean.

In addition, I am very attentive when it comes to pressure care and mobility assistance”

What makes you most excited about working with seniors?

“Our elders have so much wisdom to share and teach us, we can learn so much from them.”

What’s the most interesting thing about you that we don’t know from your resume?

“I enjoy challenges and always take on projects that expand my horizons. I enjoy volunteer work. It enables me to give back to the community, and it allows me to gain a better perspective on life's important issues.”

What personal values are most important to you?

“Being compassionate and optimistic”

Zandile Grace

Date Of Birth: 29 October 1981

City: Ntuzuma, Durban

Languages: English & Afrikaans

Hobbies: Cooking

What makes you a good caregiver?

“Care for the elderly and frail is something I take pride in. After building a relationship and trust, I consider them more than just clients, but more like family in the long run. However, I still maintain my professionalism when caring for them..”

In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver?

“I've gained experience in various types of health conditions and requirements from my years of working in care facilities for the elderly and hospitals. However, I'm most comfortable in Eldercare as well as Specialized Care that covers Post-Operative, Disability Care, Stroke Care, PEG Feeding, basic vital checks and Wound Care Monitoring.”

What makes you most excited about working with seniors?

“You always learning with the elderly, and also getting to see a change made in their life.”

What personal values are most important to you?

“Family and Compassion”

Tatenda

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What makes you a good caregiver/companion?

“As a caregiver my work involves my patients independence and welfare. I ensure that their voice is heard during the illness.”

Share a time when you displayed [one of our company’s values]. Capable, Honest, Attentive, Mindful & Pioneering?

“During my practicals at Nazareth Nursing Home, I learned about accountability, behavior and decisions I make towards a patient. Which is part of Nido's values and ethics.”

What makes you most excited about working with seniors?

“Working with seniors gives me valuable lesson into the ageing process and  gives me an  opportunity to think about what matters most in life.”

What’s the most interesting thing about you that we don’t know from your resume?

“l love learning different languages hence this passion has lead me to  travel locally and within Africa.”

What personal values are most important to you?

“Professionalism, Accountability, Compassion”

Minerva

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What makes you a good caregiver?

“It is with pride that I provide care for my clients, I am confident in my abilities to care for all ages, as I'm proactive, capable and attentive.”

Share a time when you displayed [one of our company’s values]. Capable, honest, attentive, Mindful & Pioneering?

“I’ve worked in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) where you are challenged mentally, emotionally, and physically as you always need to be attentive and alert. This showed me how capable I am.”

In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver?

“Throughout my years of experience, I have been able to treat patients with various health factors but I'm most comfortable in assisting frail, dementia, and stroke patients.”

What makes you most excited about working with seniors?

“I enjoy conversing and learning from the elderly as they are full of wisdom gleaned from their life experiences.”

What’s the most interesting thing about you that we don’t know from your resume?

“I'm a great cook, but I've also worked with TB and HIV patients as well as terminally ill patients in an Intensive Care Unit.”

What personal values are most important to you?

“I am extremely big on respect and kindness in all forms and regardless of age, race, religion, etc. These are values that can make a difference in our world”

Thembelihle

My friends call me Thembie.

I stay in JHB and was born in 1995.

I speak the following languages: English & IsiXhosa.

I see myself as a quiet, yet patient, loving, caring, and understanding person.

I am a qualified "Health Care Assistant" from the class of 2021. I have experience with Dementia care, Physical disability care, Mental disability care, Care for children with disabilities, Palliative care, Assessing basic vital signs, Care of paraplegic and/or tetraplegic patients, Care of schizophrenic patients, Catheter care, Pressure care, Wound care, PEG insertion and feeding.

In my free time, I love reading and spending time with family and friends.

Mmakgotso

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REVIEWS RECIEVED FROM CLIENTS

What makes you a good caregiver?

“I'm fully confident in my skills and experience in the care industry. My passion drives me to give my clients the best care possible. Challenges don't scare me; they make my work exciting and help me grow.”

Share a time when you displayed [one of our company’s values]. Capable, honest, attentive, Mindful & Pioneering?

“ In December 2023, I cared for a post-operative patient, managing her medication, meal & snack preparation, and setting up her video calls with her son overseas. This experience showcased my capabilities, honesty, attentiveness, and innovative approach. We also visited the library and did passive exercising thrice a week, she was very resistant but with patience and motivation she managed to regain her mobility strength.”

In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver?

“ Over the years working in frail care facilities, private hospitals, and private clients, I have gained the necessary experience in assisting with general Frail Care, Dementia Care, Palliative Care, Post-Operative Care, Physical Disability Care, Assessing Basic Vital Signs, Basic Catheter Care, Stoma Care, PEG insertion and feeding, Stroke Care, Diabetic Care, Pressure Care, Wound Care Monitoring, Transferring assistance, and Basic Oxygen Therapy assistance.”

What makes you most excited about working with seniors?

“I appreciate their straightforward nature. Being at the receiving end of their wisdom is so wonderful and I enjoy hearing their stories.”

What’s the most interesting thing about you that we don’t know from your resume?

“I am currently in my final year at Unisa, pursuing a B.Ed, and I occasionally tutor children in my neighborhood on reading skills.”

What personal values are most important to you?

“ Motivation pushes me to be the best caregiver and person I can be, blending determination, courage, and empathy, all while knowing I'm making a difference.”

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Beulah

I currently stay in Port Elizabeth and was born in 1980.

I speak the following languages: English and Afrikaans

I see myself as a dedicated and hardworking person who is kind-hearted

I am a qualified "Health Care Assistant" from the class of 2018. I have experience in Dementia care, Care for children with disabilities, Assessing basic vital signs, Catheter care, Pressure care, Wound Care, and Palliative Care.

I spend my free time watching movies and being with family.

Jessica

I stay in Uitenhage and was born in 1992.

I speak the following languages: English and IsiZulu

I see myself as a dedicated and hardworking person who is kind-hearted

I am a qualified "Health Care Assistant" from the class of 2018. I have experience in Dementia care, Care for children with disabilities, Assessing basic vital signs, Catheter care, Pressure care, Wound Care, and Palliative Care.

I spend my free time watching movies and being with family.

Nonthethelo

I stay in Durban and was born in 1982.

I fluently speak, read and write English and IsiZulu.

I see myself as a good listener with a warm heart, caring and most reliable.

I am a qualified "Health Care Assistant" from the class of 2018. The one-year course entailed theory as well as practical experience in a private hospital and old age home. I have experience with Dementia Care, Physically Disabled Care, Mentally Disabled Care, Disabled Care for Children, Palliative Care, Vital Signs, Catheter Care, Pressure Care, Peg Feed

In my free time, I like to read books as well as praying to a Living God together with my girls.

Esethu

Date Of Birth: 01 December 1989

City: Delft, Cape Town

Languages: Xhosa and English

Hobbies: Reading books. Listening to music

Personality Type: Listener: soft-hearted, patient, and quiet

What makes you a good caregiver?
I am a kind and empathetic person who genuinely cares about others. I am also a hard worker and very reliable, which is important in caregiving. I always try to make patients feel comfortable, respected, and safe. My experience since 2021 has helped me understand different patient needs, and I always give my best in every situation.

In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver?
I feel most confident in Dementia Care, Palliative Care, and assisting physically and mentally disabled patients, including children. I also have strong experience in vital signs monitoring, Catheter care, Stoma care,Pressure care, Wound care monitoring and PEG feeding. My training included both theory and practical work in a private hospital and an old age home, which gave me a solid foundation.

What makes you most excited about working with seniors?
I enjoy working with seniors because I value their life experience and wisdom. I find it rewarding to support them, make them feel comfortable, and improve their quality of life. Being able to build trust and companionship with them is something that motivates me every day.

What personal values are most important to you?
The values that are most important to me are kindness, empathy, respect, and reliability. I believe in treating every person with dignity and patience, and always doing my work to the best of my ability.

Masego

I stay in Johannesburg and was born in 2000.

I fluently speak the following languages English and Setswana.

I see myself as a kind and passionate person who is a good listener and very patient.

I am a qualified "Health Care Assistant" from the class of 2021. The one-year course entailed theory as well as practical experience in a private hospital and old age home. I have experience with Dementia Care, Physically Disabled Care, Mentally Disabled Care, Disabled Care for Children, Palliative Care, Vital Signs, Catheter Care, Pressure Care, Peg Feed

In my free time, I love relaxing and watching TV