Bathandazile

Date Of Birth: 10 January 1994

City: Tongaat, Durban

Languages: English, Xhosa and Zulu

Hobbies: Reading and Cooking (trying out new recipes)

What makes you a good caregiver?

“ I'm a very patient and honest person, I do believe those qualities are the most important as we are dealing with seniors and it does get challenging at times but remaining patient at all times is rewarding ..”

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

“I am more experienced in disability care, wound monitoring, bed and bath care, dementia care, child care, checking vitals signs, medication monitoring ,exercise and mobility assistance’’

What makes you most excited about working with seniors?

“Working with older adults has taught me sympathy and empathy, I do not only embody these when working with seniors only but with everyone I come across, I can easily navigate with challenges that life throws at me as senior do provide good advice and they build good friendship regardless of age .”

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

“I was able to assist the family of my client with funeral arrangements as they were going through the most with grief, it was sad but I managed to organize everything and ensured I prepare a good send off. I was proud that I could do that for my client whom I loved and respected dearly.’’

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. ”

Thembisile M

Date Of Birth: 11 November 1995

City: Tongaat, Durban

Languages: English, Xhosa, Zulu and Sesotho

Hobbies: Reading and Listening to music

What makes you a good caregiver?

“I enjoy taking care of the elderly, assisting them with everything they need. I am very compassionate and believe our senior citizen deserve kind people who can look after them and make them feel loved hence I became a caregiver, to give back to my community and the world”

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

“I've gained experience in working with frail patients and more specialized in dementia care, wound monitoring, bedridden care and disability care”

What makes you most excited about working with seniors?

“In my experience I have always had the joy of having patients who are sweet, welcoming and full of stories, I always look forward to spending time with them and take part in any activities given”

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

“I also love taking care of children on top of my experience as a caregiver”

Lizelle

Caregiver

Date Of Birth: 5th June 1989

City: Newlands East, Durban

Languages: English

Hobbies: I enjoy the outdoors and going on adventures.

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What makes you a good caregiver/companion?
“ Besides being responsible and mature, I am compassionate and take pride in my work as well as pay close attention to observations and housekeeping skills. Additionally, I thoroughly enjoy uplifting, listening, and motivating my clients, combining my caregiving and companion skills to provide comprehensive support. ”

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

“I was doing my practicals at Nu-Shifa Hospital and cared for an elderly dementia patient. Taking care of her was challenging, yet exciting as she had CRE. The reason why it was so exciting is that I was exposed to something new. I found much pleasure in learning about her condition. She would refuse anyone else to care for her but me as I made her feel comfortable. She definitely melted my heart during her stay at the hospital.”

What makes you most excited about working with seniors?
“Taking care of and assisting the frail is a fulfilling experience for me. Making my clients feel comfortable and acknowledged gives me a sense of satisfaction.’

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

“Over the years, I have gained experience in Dementia Care, Physically Disabled Care, Post-Operative Care, Mentally Disabled Care, Disabled Care for Children, Nanny Care, Vital Signs, Catheter Care, Pressure Care, Companion Care, and CPR Training.”

What’s the most interesting thing about you that we don’t know from your resume?
“Going on adventures and enjoying nature are some of my favorite things to do in the outside world.”

What personal values are most important to you?
“Reliability, honesty, loyalty, and loving and accepting everyone I cross paths with.”

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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. ”

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”.