Monique F

Date Of Birth: August 05, 1994

City: Cape Town, Western Cape

Languages: English and Afrikaans

Hobbies: Reading, puzzle building and walking

What makes you a good caregiver?

“I am a good listener whom always does more then is expected of me. I like going the extra mile, to ensure that my clients are happy and satisfied.”

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

What makes you most excited about working with seniors?

“Working with seniors has become a privilege to me, being able to be the one that can assist them in their time of need. The bond that comes from the assistance you provide is always great. I will always strive to build good relationships with them as most of them are lonely, I like being the person they can trust and depend on.”

What was your best day at work and what made it good?

“The best day at work would be any day that my clients are happy and feel well taken care of. It is my job to care for people and when I achieve that it makes me feel good.”

What personal values are most important to you?

“Compassion, hard work and dedication.”

Ruth O

Date Of Birth: July 31, 1985

City: Pretoria, Gauteng

Languages: English and Yoruba

Hobbies: Playing netball and reading

What makes you a good caregiver?

“A good caregiver possesses patience, kindness, trustworthiness and motivation, and I have all of those qualities. Most importantly, if you are passionate about caregiving, you will be confident in caring for others - a good quality to have in any field.”

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, Mental, and Physical Disability care, Post-operative care as well as PEG feeding and other requirements from my years of experience working at frail care facilities and hospitals. I am also open to providing Nanny care”

What makes you most excited about working with seniors?

“The best part about working with seniors is that they are very funny people and always making me laugh. They are so wise and tell the best stories, always educating me with their knowledge from the lives they have lived..”

What was your best day at work and what made it good?

“When caregiving is your passion, everyday becomes your best day. I get to meet and engage with different men and women daily, and being able to assist them and make life easier for them always makes me feel good. ”

What personal values are most important to you?

“Compassion and commitment”

Nobuhle

Date Of Birth: June 01, 1990

City: Johannesburg, Gauteng

Languages: English, Xhosa, Zulu & Xitsoga

Hobbies: Reading, cooking and baking, exercise and volunteer work

What makes you a good caregiver?

“I think patience, empathy and compassion are essential when being a caregiver. This is a job that requires a lot of tolerance for challenging situations, as well as good communication and a positive attitude. Additionally, you need endurance and physical ability to support patients with certain tasks.”

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, Mental, and Physical Disability care as well as nanny care, and other requirements from my years of experience working at frail care facilities as well as hospitals. I’m comfortable and experienced in working with both adults and children too.”

What makes you most excited about working with seniors?

“Most elderly people have lived full and fascinating lives. I’ve learnt from their stories and experiences, as well as the knowledge that comes from it. This is what people often say is the best thing about caring.”

What was your best day at work and what made it good?

“Everyday is my favorite day! I became a carer as I felt it is my duty to care and look after the elderly. It makes me feel I am appreciated and grateful that I am looking after others’ loved ones. Working in this industry teaches me so many things that are beneficial in everyday life.”

What personal values are most important to you?

“Compassion and dedication”

Walter

Date Of Birth: August 02, 1992

City: Pretoria, Gauteng

Languages: English, Shona & Ndebele

Hobbies: Reading, physical exercise and story telling

What makes you a good caregiver?

“Caregiving is my passion. I love caring for and supporting others, seeing someone happy and continuing with their life, and feeling their existence and being loved and valued in life just like others. I stand in for them to support them in line with their wishes, preferences, and expectations.”

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, Mental, and Physical Disability care and other requirements from my years of experience working at frail care facilities as well as hospitals. I’m comfortable and experienced in infection control and pressure care.”

What makes you most excited about working with seniors?

“I love helping them to live as independently as possible and to feel their existence is valued.”

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

“I have certifications in various things such as counseling and psychotherapy, as well as gerontology.”

What personal values are most important to you?

“Compassion and dedication”

Kabeya

Date Of Birth: August 20, 1979

City: Pretoria, Gauteng

Languages: English, Swahili and French

Hobbies: Spending time with family

REVIEWS RECEIVED FROM CLIENTS

What makes you a good caregiver?

“I am a caring, sympathetic, and patient caregiver. who is trustworthy and respectful, because the elderly are more delicate I have a softer approach when assisting 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, Pressure, and Disability care and other requirements that I’ve learned in my time at various care facilities. I am also trained and experienced in PEG feeding amongst other things.”

What makes you most excited about working with seniors?

“The most exciting part about working with seniors is that you are improving on your caregiving skills as well as personal skills, such as good communication and working well under pressure.”

What was your best day at work and why was it good?

“My best day at work would be the day I got to do my training at an old age home when I had the chance to use what I’ve learned in theory on clients. It made me feel good because finally, I was able to do my passion, which is caring for the elderly.”

What personal values are most important to you?

“Compassion, dedication and respect”

Nonkululeko M

Date Of Birth: 06 July 1994

City: Midrand, Johannesburg

Languages: English, Isizulu & Siswati

Hobbies: Spending time with family & cooking

What makes you a good caregiver?

“ I'm confident that I'm able to provide the best care possible to every client that I work with.”

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

“I feel most qualified to provide Dementia care, Nanny care, Assessing basic vital signs, Care for children with disabilities, Mental disability and Physical disability care.”

What makes you most excited about working with seniors?

“Just being there for them and knowing that I make a difference in their lives.”

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

“Whilst I was doing my praticals’s at Netcare I was assigned to a client who had burn wounds. It was a great pleasure to see him on his road to recovery. He was grateful and emotional and could not stop thanking me for assisting him.”

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

“I enjoy hiking.”

What personal values are most important to you?

“ Respect, honesty, kindness, courage, and confidence.”

Funzani

Date Of Birth: September 02, 2002

City: Soweto, Gauteng

Languages: English, Afrikaans, Zulu, Tshivenda and Sotho

Hobbies: Singing and art.

What makes you a good caregiver?

“I am good caregiver because of my kindness and willingness to help people in need. Helping people makes me happy and at ease, it's not just a job but my calling.”

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

“My best day at work was the first time I met an old man who suffered from Dementia. We built a good relationship and he became my beacon of light and encouraged me to do good all the time.”

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

“I’ve cared for mentally disabled and dealt with frail care. I am good at assessing and monitoring basic vital signs, aiding in personal hygiene and grooming, catheter and pressure care. From my experience in the health industry I’ve learnt many other skills that a client might need and do not shy away from light housekeeping.”

What makes you most excited about working with seniors?

“The most exciting part about working with seniors is the humility and love shown towards me. I learn lots of things from them as they are so wise and experienced, they motivate me by how they strive despite their challenges.”

What is something special and unique about you that many people might not know?

“I'm a very creative person and I love singing. I believe that singing equips with healing.”

What personal values are most important to you?

“Compassion, dedication, and resilience.”

Judith M

Date Of Birth: June 30, 1998

City: Lenasia, Gauteng

Languages: English, Xhosa, Zulu & Xitsonga

Hobbies: Sports

REVIEWS RECEIVED BY CLIENTS

What makes you a good caregiver?

“The key to being a good caregiver is patience and being open to any challenge. No patient is the same, however as I am equipped with different skills sets it makes me confident in taking on a new challenge.”

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

“I am most qualified in patient care overall. I've gained experience in various types of health conditions such as Dementia, Palliative, Frail and Mental Disability care. With my experience in disability care, I excel at assisting physically disabled clients and I’m able to do PEG feeding.”

What makes you most excited about working with seniors?

“The most exciting part is learning their stories and lives. It’s taught me that each person is different, with a different story and we will all need help somehow, someday.”

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

“Not only do I enjoy caring for the elderly, but I have a huge liking towards sport. I always try to include exercise and sport as part of my daily routine with clients and their family members.”

What personal values are most important to you?

“Compassion, taking initiative and respect.”

Nancy

Date Of Birth: January 29, 1977

City: Linmeyer, Johannesburg

Languages: English, Xhosa and Zulu

Hobbies: I enjoy the outdoors.

What makes you a good caregiver?

“I am dedicated and competent. I show compassion towards my clients and I love serving those who can't help themselves.”

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

“I once assisted a client who went to the bathroom without her oxygen. I noticed that the client was about to collapse as I walked into the room and I managed to get the oxygen in time. I felt like I saved my client’s life, and that made me feel good.”

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

“My primary strengths lie in monitoring oxygen levels, vital checks, general Frail Care, Dementia Care, Palliative Care, Post-operative Care, Disability Care and Wound Care Monitoring.”

What makes you most excited about working with seniors?

“To be able to make a difference in their lives and listening to their stories.”

What personal values are most important to you?

“Compassion, respect and dedication”

Phindile

Date Of Birth: December 9, 1997

City: Midrand, Johannesburg

Languages: English and Zulu

Hobbies: Reading, listening to music and baking

What makes you a good caregiver?

“I am a loving, caring, patient, understanding and hardworking individual.”

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

“My best day is every day where I give my all to my patients. What makes my day is when my patients feel well taken care of and relaxed around me, knowing that am looking out for them.”

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

“I am very patient as I've been caring for patients that have limited communication abilities or a mental health condition. Sometimes it may be challenging to know what they need, so you need patience to work with them.”

What makes you most excited about working with seniors?

“When I provide care and support, I allow them to experience a life they deserve and to be able to live like they did when they were not as old or ill.”

What is something special and unique about you that many people might not know?

“I am the type of person who likes to make other people feel valued and important.”

What personal values are most important to you?

“Compassion and respect.”

Cynthia

Date Of Birth: October 17, 1989

City: Sandton, Gauteng

Languages: English

Hobbies: Enjoy the outdoors.

What makes you a good caregiver?

“.I am a very empathetic individual who patiently attends to the needs of those who depend on me as a caregiver.”

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

“The best day I ever had at work is each time I can make my patients smile and each time I can correctly identify and attend to their pressing needs.

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

“I feel most qualified to be a childminder and caregiver for the elderly as I have empathy, patience, compassion, and good time management skills.”

What makes you most excited about working with seniors?

“I enjoy knowing that I have made their life better. I also enjoy knowing that I can be a trusted companion for my patients.

What is something special and unique about you that many people might not know?

“I am naturally compassionate and have a good attention to detail which enables me to see any changes that need immediate attention in my patient.”

What personal values are most important to you?

“I would say that honesty and respect are the main values in my life.”

Jane N

Date Of Birth: November, 16, 1980

City: Alexandra, Gauteng

Languages: English

Hobbies: Enjoying time with family.

REVIEWS RECEIVED FROM CLIENTS

What makes you a good caregiver?

“I am confident in the services I provide to my clients because of my passion and compassion.”

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

“I assisted an elderly lady who lived in my road, she had no family. During the hard lockdown, I provided her with the necessary care and assistance she required.”

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

My specialty is taking care of bedridden patients, Palliative care, Post-Operative Care, Disability Care, Stroke Care, Patients with mobility issues that also require passive excercise, and childcare. .”
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 suffer from animal phobia if such exists. I also love writing in my free time”

What personal values are most important to you?

“Motivation drives me to be the best caregiver I can be by combining determination, courage, and empathy.”

Keshia

Caregiver

Date Of Birth: Mar 17, 1995.

City: Mitchell’s Plain, Cape Town.

Languages: Afrikaans, English.

Hobbies: I enjoy cooking and baking.

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

What makes you a good caregiver and child minder?
“My passion for caring for the elderly has led me to have extensive knowledge and experience working with the elderly and disabled. Over the years, I have been able to provide accurate and thorough assistance to patients. The field of healthcare/nanny care offers a lot of opportunities for me to gain more experience and expand my knowledge."

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

“If I may be honest, everyday is a good experience. You experience something new every day and especially within this field.”

What makes you most excited about working with seniors and children?
“For me, caring for and assisting the frail and the young is a fulfilling experience. The satisfaction I get from making the elderly comfortable and acknowledged is priceless. Children always give good laughs, that alone is an indication of comfortability in my services’

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

“Over the years, I have gained experience in Dementia Care, Physically Disabled Care, Mentally Disabled Care, Disabled Care for Children, Vital Signs, Catheter Care, Post-Operative Care, PEG Feeding, Pressure Care, HIV and TB assistance and counseling, and CPR Training.”

What’s the most interesting thing about you that we don’t know from your resume?
“During my spare time, I do hairdressing and absolutely love beautifying people with new hairstyles.”

What personal values are most important to you?
“Being humbled and trustworthy”

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Ruth

Caregiver

Date Of Birth: Oct 13, 1991

City: Kraaifontein, Cape Town

Languages: Afrikaans, English

Hobbies: I spend time with family and friends, and experiencing new places.

What makes you a good caregiver?
“Due to my passion for caring for the elderly, I have extensive knowledge and experience working with the elderly and disabled. With this experience, I have been able to assist patients accurately and thoroughly over the years. As a healthcare worker, I am eager to gain more experience and expand my knowledge when out in the field.”

What makes you most excited about working with seniors?
“Taking care of and assisting the frail is a fulfilling experience for me. Making the elderly 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 Physically Disabled Care, Mentally Disabled Care, Disabled Care for Children, Vital Signs, Pressure Care, PEG Feeding, and CPR Training.”

What personal values are most important to you?
“Being humbled and trustworthy”

Shirley

Date Of Birth: 05 June 1975

City: Motherwell, Port Elizabeth

Languages: English, Zulu

Hobbies: I enjoy traveling

Personality type: Entertainer: outgoing, spontaneous, and bubbly

What makes you a good caregiver?

“My job is my passion, and I have worked in different personal care capacities, I’m a compassionate individual who enjoys providing exceptional care to different people of all ages.”

In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver?
“I believe that practical communication skills are essential for a caregiver, especially in scenarios where more than one caregiver cares for a client,when working with other caregivers it will be my responsibility to pass on relevant information regarding care responsibilities, like any changes to their health/Vitals. With the experience I have gained over the years I feel most qualified to provide, Dementia care, Physical disability care, Mental disability care, Care for children with disabilities, Palliative care, Assessing basic vital signs, Care of schizophrenic patients, Catheter care, Pressure care, PEG insertion and feeding and Nanny Care.”

What makes you most excited about working with seniors?

“Seeing them smile, taking care of and assisting the frail is a fulfilling experience for me.”

What personal values are most important to you?

“I would say that honesty and respect are the main values in my life.”

Nwabisa N

Date Of Birth: Aug 28, 1990

City: Masiphumelele, Cape Town.

Languages: English, Xhosa and Zulu

Hobbies: Spending time with family & friends.

What makes you a good caregiver?

“I was caring for a mother whose foot condition prevented her from moving around the house and I am doing everything for her! My ability to do such led me to take a home base care course as I found a passion to do such and make a profession out of it.”

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

“ I feel most skilled but not limited to; Dementia Care, Post Operative Care, Wound Monitoring, Pressure Care, Palliative Care, PEG insertion, and feeding.”

What makes you most excited about working with seniors?

“The straightforwardness of their approach is greatly appreciated by me. It is wonderful to hear their stories and receive their wisdom."

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

“I see myself as an outgoing, spontaneous, and bubbly person, but I don’t come across as one.”

Angel H

Date Of Birth: 06 April 2003

City: Midrand, Johannesburg

Languages: English, Zulu

Hobbies: Reading

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

Reviews received from clients

What makes you a good caregiver?

“My job is my passion and I am able to find creative ways to help my patients. I am thoughtful and caring of patient's needs.”

In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver and childminder?
“I feel most qualified to provide, Dementia care, Physical disability care, Mental disability care, Palliative care, Assessing basic vital signs, Care of paraplegic and/or tetraplegic patients, Pressure care, Nanny Care

I am very flexible and patient which makes it easier for me to work well with children of all ages.”

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

“I learn from their experiences by communicating with them and they always show appreciation, seniors always tell fun stories and appreciative.’’

’’I am fully active at all times and children need extra hands and a childminder who is willing to be playful, listen to them and be creative to make the days more fun’’

What’s the most interesting thing about you that we don’t know from your resume?
” I like meeting new people and socialising”

What personal values are most important to you?

“Kidness, honesty & respect.”

Jacqueline

Date Of Birth: 11 January 1986

City: Bethelsdorp, Port Elizabeth

Languages: English & Afrikaans

Hobbies: Spending time with my kids

Personality type: Organiser: serious, systematic, and rather quiet

What makes you a good caregiver?

“I am passionate about caregiving and I take pride in my work. It brings me great joy to help those in need.

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

“I feel most qualified to provide 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, PEG insertion and feeding, Nanny Care.”

What makes you most excited about working with seniors?

“Seeing them smile, taking care of and assisting the frail is a fulfilling experience for me.”

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

“I am a mother of four kids.”

Ntando

Date Of Birth: 27 April 1992

City: Benoni, Johannesburg

Languages: English, Xhosa, Zulu

Hobbies: Painting and swimming

What makes you a good caregiver?

“All patients need care, love, empathy and companionship to feel better. It is my duty as a carergiver to do that in order to make this world a better place.”

In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver?
“I feel most qualified to provide, 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, PEG feeding and Nanny Care.”

What makes you most excited about working with seniors?

“ I believe that seniors are full of knowledge and there is a lot to learn from them. So we need to love and take good care of them.”

What’s the most interesting thing about you that we don’t know from your resume?
”I am a caring person with a huge sense of humor and I can handle complex task calmly.”

What personal values are most important to you?

“Kindness, honesty & respect.”

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Kedibone

Date Of Birth: 02 May 1993

City: Benoni, Johannesburg

Languages: English, Zulu, Sepedi, Tswane

Hobbies: Reading

Personality type: Listener: Soft-hearted. Patient. Quiet

What makes you a good caregiver and childminder?

“As a childminder and caregiver, I am passionate about helping and improving the lives of those in need of care. I am humbled by the work I do and will always perform it to the best of my ability..”

In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver and childminder?
“In my caregiving role I am comfortable and experienced to provide Frail care, Dementia care, Post-operative care, Palliative care, Pressure care, Wound Monitoring, Physical & Mental Disability Care, and Mental disability care. Furthermore, I am skilled in , caring for paraplegic and tetraplegic patients as well as PEG tube feeding.

Additionally, being a childminder is a crucial part of my work, as children learn significantly from the adults they spend the most time with. I always strive to lead by example and ensure that all the time spent together is fun and enriching.’’

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

“ Working with the elderly provides me with valuable insight into the aging process and what lies ahead, helping me to reflect on what truly matters in life. Children, on the other hand, are fun and proactive, always eager to learn new things. I see this as a wonderful opportunity to nurture and guide them.”

What’s the most interesting thing about you that we don’t know from your resume?
”I exercise daily.”

What personal values are most important to you?

“Peace and courage.”

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