Siyasanda

Date Of Birth: January 24, 1994

City: Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape

Languages: English, Zulu and Xhosa

Hobbies:Reading and Dancing

Reviews received from clients

What makes you a good caregiver?

“I am a loving caregiver with a good heart often loved by my patients because of my patience and understanding nature.”

In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver?
”catheter care and basic vital signs monitoring, palliative care, wound monitoring, pressure care, dementia care, PEG tube feeding and disability care and child care .”

What makes you most excited about working with seniors?

“Seniors deserve good care and I always aim to provide good services and I also enjoy the god chats I have with them..”

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

”A patient of mine who was discharged from the hospital was immobile for a while but due to my patience with his health , we worked well and he was finally back on his feet within a week.”

Simone

Caregiver

Date Of Birth: Aug 25, 1989

City: Delft, Cape Town

Languages: Afrikaans, English

Hobbies: Cooking, Reading, Walking on the beach

Personality Type: Listener; Soft-hearted, patient, and quiet

What makes you a good caregiver?
” I am a dedicated caregiver who prioritizes my clients' needs over my own. I approach my work with a strong sense of responsibility because I believe that if my patients are not content and their requirements are not fulfilled, I cannot be content either.”

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

“The best day I've had at work is when I can conclude my day with the satisfaction of knowing that I've successfully met all of my patient's needs.”

What makes you most excited about working with seniors?
"What excites me the most about working with seniors is the genuine happiness I see on their faces, the knowledge that someone cares for them, and the privilege of providing care to someone as if they were a family member. It truly feels like an honorable and rewarding career.”

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, mental disability care, Palliative care, PEG insertion and feeding, Vital Signs, Catheter Care, Pressure Care, and wound care monitoring.”

What is something special / unique about you that not many people might know or that might surprise them?
"Something intriguing about me that you won't find on my resume is that I hold a position as a church leader and actively serve in my faith community.

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Bongiwe

Date Of Birth: April 7, 1990

City: Diepsloot, Johannesburg
Languages: English

Hobbies: Reading and Netball

What makes you a good caregiver?

“I am always when I help my patients. Tending to their needs is my absolute favorite thing to do, givng them love and respect.”

In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver?
”I am most qualified in bed-making skills, dementia care, wound monitoring, pressure care, basic vital signs monitoring and disability. care.”

What makes you most excited about working with seniors?

“ I am most excited because I get to do what I like and enjoy, helping people.”

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

”A patient was not feeling well but with jokes ,conversation and motivation he improved.”

Rhodah

Date Of Birth: April 5, 1976

City: Midrand, Gauteng

Languages: English, Zulu, Xhosa and Sepedi

Hobbies: Reading and writing

What makes you a good caregiver?

“Patience is key when working with people of all ages, I always stay calm in situations I may face with my patients and respectful at all times. I take pride in my job and love helping where I can, ensuring my patients are comfortable and happy”

In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver?
”I provide best skills in patients that have dementia, disability and mobility issues. I am also skilled in wound monitoring, pressure care, bed bath and bed making, child care, disability care, exercise and mobility assistance.”

What makes you most excited about working with seniors?

“ They tell the best stories and joke around a lot. They require patience and I am the type of person most suited to work with them because I always enjoy a good laugh and love taking care of people in need.”

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

”I was really happy when a patient of min recovered, it was through the positive impact I had on them and it motivated me to do the same for other patients.”

Thandi

Date Of Birth: April20, 1976

City: Randburg, Gauteng

Languages: English, Afrikaans, Zulu and Xhosa

Hobbies: Reading and Jogging

What makes you a good caregiver?

“I am caring, patient an d understanding caregiver. If any of my patients don’t feel good I always try my best to make them feel better and treat them with respect at all times.”

In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver?
”I am skilled in elderly care, dementia care, wound monitoring, pressure care, disability care, peg tube feeding and checking basic vital signs.”

What makes you most excited about working with seniors?

“ Seniors are free-spirited, they are always happy and their love radiates, it is easy to work with them and they are always understanding. ”

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

”A patient of mine wasn’t feeling well for a very long time but due to our close bond I managed to convince her and told her the importance of exercising and eating and she eventually got better.”

Kelly Manguno

Caregiver

Date Of Birth: Nov 25, 1990

City: Parrow, Cape Town

Languages: English, Xhosa, Zulu

Hobbies: Going on adventures, movies

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

REVIEWS RECEIVED BY CLIENTS

What makes you a good caregiver?
” My ability to thrive under pressure, my strong teamwork skills, and my knack for multitasking. I approach my career with courage and passion, and I'm known for my effective communication skills. Being a good listener and having a surplus of patience are also key attributes that enhance my caregiving abilities."

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

"The best day I ever had at work was when I had the opportunity to assist a patient with a catheter and perform my first wound care procedure under the supervision of a registered nurse. It was memorable because it allowed me to gain valuable experience and improve my skills in patient care."

What makes you most excited about working with seniors?
"What excites me about working with seniors is the opportunity to wake up every day and provide them with assistance, knowing that I can bring satisfaction and bring smiles to their faces. It gives me a sense of hope and purpose."

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, Disabled Care for Children, Catheter Care, assessing vital signs, Pressure Care, PEG Feeding, Palliative care, and care for schizophrenic patients.”

What is something special / unique about you that not many people might know or that might surprise them?
"Something noteworthy about me that you won't find on my resume is my capacity for providing emotional support with kindness. I'm also quite observant."

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Anesu

Date Of Birth: January 29, 2000

City: Auckland Park, Johannesburg

Languages: English, Zulu and Xhosa

Hobbies: Reading and Garden work

Reviews received from clients

What makes you a good caregiver?

“I am a respectful, caring and empathetic caregiver. Providing exceptional care to my patients is very important to me .”

In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver?
”wound care, pressure care, stroke care, dementia care, disability care, PEG tube feeding and child care.”

What makes you most excited about working with seniors?

“Seniors tell the best stories and I always laugh when I’m with them and I want to do the same, make them happy.”

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

”I was praised by my seniors for good care and excellence service to my patients.”

Confidence

Date Of Birth: August 21, 1987

City: Krugersdorp, Gauteng

Languages: English and Zulu

Hobbies: Reading and Garden work

What makes you a good caregiver?

“I am god-fearing woman who believes that everyone should be treated with love and respect. I take good care of my patients and make them happy.”

In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver?
”I have worked with patients who had dementia ,and also confident in other skills such as frail care, wound care, pressure care, PEG tube feeding and disability care.”

What makes you most excited about working with seniors?

“The love they provide to everyone, the stories they tell and how welcoming they are.”

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

”I had a challenging day with one of my patients who really did'n’t feel well but due to my calmness, I was able to get through to them and the patient was happy .”

Betty

Date Of Birth: April 5, 1982

City: Soweto, Gauteng

Languages: English, Zulu and Xhosa

Hobbies:Reading and Cooking

What makes you a good caregiver?

“I am empathetic, loving , caring and respectful. The skills I have come in handy because it is easier for me to get along with my patients. ”

In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver?
” Throughout the years, I’ve gained experienced in general Frail care, Dementia care, Disability care, Palliative care, Post-Operative care, assessing Basic Vital signs, Catheter care , Stoma care, PEG -tube Feeding, Pressure care and Wound care monitoring.”

What makes you most excited about working with seniors?

“The knowledge they have , when shared it makes a huge impact on our lives and their stories are always fun to listen to.”

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

”I was awarded at work for my patience when dealing with patients and how good I am with everyone I take care of .”

Spiweyinkosi

Get To Know Me Better

Date Of Birth: May 14, 1993

City: Randburg, Gauteng

Languages: English, Zulu and Ndebele

Hobbies:Reading and Listeng to music

What makes you a good caregiver?

“I am compassionate and empathetic. This enables me to understand fully the needs and requirements of those in my care. I am able to adapt to my client’s unique care plan and use my own initiative from experience gained over the years. “

In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver?
"I have experience in general elder care and the necessary skills to assist clients needing specialized care. My expertise includes post-operative care, disability care, palliative care, pressure care, dementia care, PEG tube feeding, basic catheter care, vital signs monitoring, and wound care. I am committed to providing quality support tailored to each client's specific needs."

What makes you most excited about working with seniors?

“Understanding their needs and knowing that I make their lives easier by assisting them with daily living activities. Helping to uplift their mood and having good conversations with them..”

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

”My best day was when I was assigned to care for a senior lady with mild dementia. She had just started her stay and the retirement home and was confused about her new surroundings. I managed to help her understand the changes in her surroundings and explain the different activities that they get to do and she managed to calm down. She ended up spending the whole day feeling better and I really found joy in this.”

What’s the most interesting thing about you that we don’t know from your resume?
”I am currently studying accounting full time.”

Livhuwani

Date Of Birth: January 22, 1997

City: Alexandra, Gauteng

Languages: English and Zulu

Hobbies: Painting and Cooking

Reviews received from clients

What makes you a good caregiver?

“I respect my patients at all times and show empathy, this makes it easier for me to excel in my job as patients always appreciate a caregiver who is patient and loving. ”

In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver?
”Frail care, PEG tube feeding, disability care, dementia care, wound care, pressure care, vital signs monitoring, catheter care and bed making skills .”

What makes you most excited about working with seniors?

“I learn a lot from them and they require love and help so I am always willing to provide and care for them.”

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

”I once worked with a patient who was too sick and couldn’t do most of the activities we had planned out for her but with time she managed to get out of bed and felt better.”

Dumisa

Date Of Birth: March 24, 1994

City: Vereeniging, Gauteng

Languages: English , Afrikaans and Zulu

Hobbies: Reading and hiking

What makes you a good caregiver?

“I am a good caregiver because of my kind and respectful nature, my patients mean the world to me and I always ensure they feel loved and safe around me.”

In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver?
”Bed making skills, disability care, dementia care, wound and pressure care,vital signs monitoring and PEG tube feeding”

What makes you most excited about working with seniors?

“Seniors have taught us to treat everyone with love and respect and due to their teachings I have become respectful and always happy to work with them.”

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

”When I learnt some good communication skills and building relationship with patients and I met different people with different personalities. ”

Tsitsi

Date Of Birth: September 12, 1983

City: Pretoria, Gauteng

Languages: English

Hobbies: Cooking and Reading

Reviews received from clients

What makes you a good caregiver and childminder?

“I am humble and always respectful towards my clients, they are my main priority so I always ensure I assist and provide support with everything they need making them happy and comfortable.”

In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver and childminder?
”My experience is in Frail care, Disability care, Dementia care, Post-Operative care. Patient that require care in PEG tube feeding, wound care monitoring, pressure care,, chronic-illness care , stroke care , passive exercise and mobility assistance ,catheter care assistance, oxygen machine therapy care and basic vital signs monitoring. and also Childcare”

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

“Seniors need help and are always thankful when they receive it. I love it when they are happy and well taken care of and my job allows me to do that. Working with kids can be one of the most challenging, yet rewarding, careers. As you care for and teach children, you'll build strong bonds that will stay with you forever.”

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

”I was able to overcome a difficult situation with a patient in a calm way and made the patient smile. ”

Zanele

Date Of Birth: February 5, 1999

City: Pretoria, Gauteng

Languages: English and Zulu

Hobbies: Cooking and Reading

What makes you a good caregiver?

"I am dedicated to providing exceptional care to my patients, driven by a passion for my work. I take pride in my skills and always strive to offer the highest quality care, showing love and respect to everyone I encounter."

In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver?
”I feel most qualified to provide, Disability care, PEG tube feeding, Wound monitoring, Post-operative care, Pressure care, Dementia care, Chronic-illness care, Palliative care and vital signs monitoring.”

What makes you most excited about working with seniors?

“What excites me most about working with seniors is their consistent display of love and kindness. Their example inspires me to treat everyone with the same love and respect."

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

"My best days at work are when a patient smiles and expresses gratitude for my presence and assistance. Those moments make my day truly special."

Nokuthula

Date Of Birth: March 30, 1997

City: Alberton, Johannesburg

Languages: English and Zulu

Hobbies: Dancing and Reading

What makes you a good caregiver?

“I am a caring caregiver that is always willing to lend a helping hand to the clients. Helping them with all they need and showing them love.”

In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver?
”I am most qualified in general Frail Care, Dementia Care, Palliative Care, Post-operative Care, Disability Care, Vital Checks and Wound Care Monitoring.”

What makes you most excited about working with seniors?

“Working with seniors brings me great joy because I deeply value the wisdom, experience, and stories they share. Each interaction offers an opportunity to make a positive impact by ensuring their comfort, dignity, and happiness.”

What personal values are most important to you?

“Integrity, compassion, empathy, kindness and respect.”

Tebogo

Date Of Birth: November 30, 1995

City: Ekurhuleni, Johannesburg

Languages: English

Hobbies: Cooking and Reading

Reviews received from clients

What makes you a good caregiver?

“Caring for others is not just a duty, but my passion. I am committed to consistently embodying empathy and offering compassionate care to those who need it most. I am unwavering in my dedication to their safety, well-being, and comfort."

In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver?
”I am confident in my ability to provide specialized care for individuals with dementia, mental disabilities, as well as those who are paraplegic or tetraplegic. Additionally, I possess expertise in catheter care, pressure sore prevention and management, wound monitoring, as well as PEG insertion and feeding. My experience and training equip me to offer comprehensive and compassionate support to individuals with diverse needs.".”

What makes you most excited about working with seniors?

“"The invaluable experience gained from working with seniors enriches my daily practice and significantly enhances the quality of care I provide to my patients. Drawing upon this knowledge allows me to better understand their unique needs and deliver personalized, compassionate care that promotes their well-being and comfort."

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

”"My most memorable experience occurred during my orientation period when I connected effortlessly with my patients. The rapport we established was so natural; it felt as though we had been friends for a lifetime. This experience reaffirmed my passion for caregiving and strengthened my commitment to fostering meaningful relationships with those under my care."

Kelebogile M

Date Of Birth: January 19, 2002

City: Carletonville, Gauteng

Languages: English, Zulu and Xhosa

Hobbies: Cooking and Reading

What makes you a good caregiver?

“I always treat my patients with love and respect, giving them the best care they can get and ensuring that they are happy at all times.”

In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver?
”disability care, frail care, dementia care, pressure care, wound care, care of paraplegic and dementia care.”

What makes you most excited about working with seniors?

“They get so happy when they are treated with respect and they are always telling good stories”

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

”One of my patients recovered and it was nice hearing them say they couldn’t have done it without me.”

Saliwe

Date Of Birth: January 3, 1973

City: Eldorado Park, Johannesburg

Languages: English, Zulu and Shona

Hobbies: Cooking and dancing

What makes you a good caregiver?

“I am very patient and always show compassion to all my patients which makes it easier for me to get along with all my patients.”

In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver?
”I am more experienced in dementia care, pressure care, post-operative care, frail care, exercise and mobility assistance, disability care, vital signs monitoring and wound monitoring.’’

What makes you most excited about working with seniors?

“Seniors need the care they get and always happy when treated with love and respect, I get happy when they show appreciation.”

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

”I received a mother’s day gift card from one of my patients.”

Kelebogile S

Date Of Birth: November 26, 1980

City: Roodeport, Johannesburg

Languages: English, Afrikaans, Sesotho and Tswana

Hobbies: Singing and dancing

What makes you a good caregiver?

“I am very understanding and patient, I am able to work in a team always ensuring that people are free and comfortable and mostly important doing my duties to the best of my ability.”

In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver?
”Bed bathing, checking vital signs, catheter care, dementia care, wound and pressure care.”

What makes you most excited about working with seniors?

“.Caring for those who cannot help themselves, seeing them smiling and happy to see me”

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

”At work both my colleagues and patients threw a bridal shower for me, I felt so appreciated and loved.”

Neo

Date Of Birth: August 1, 1998

City: Soweto, Gauteng

Languages: English and Zulu

Hobbies: Reading and Sindging

What makes you a good caregiver?

“I believe my most useful qualities in this role are patience and kindness. I always treat my clients with care and compassion, ensuring that they are receiving best care suited for their needs.

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 disability care, and Mental disability care. Furthermore I am au pair and assist with nanny care.

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.”I have gained experience in my community by assisting family friend and members with their young ones hence the decision to join/attend a short course for child minders to gain more knowledge’’

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

”Whenever I receive a compliment that makes my day but one of my patients requested me to be their in-home caregiver after they left the hospital as they were happy with my assistance and I knew my impact is making a difference.”