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. ”