Certified First Aider
Loice
Andelwa
Date Of Birth: 12 October 1987
City: Delft, Cape Town
Languages: Xhosa, English, Zulu
Hobbies: Reading, Singing, Cooking
What makes you a good caregiver?
“I am a friendly and respectful person dedicated to serving my clients with care, by actively listening to the needs of my client.”
In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver?
“I am comfortable working with clients with various medical conditions, such as Dementia Care, Palliative Care, Disability Care and Wound Care Monitoring.”
What makes you most excited about working with seniors?
“I enjoy working with seniors because it brings me joy knowing that the comfort and care I provide makes a positive impact in the lives of those I care for.”
What personal values are most important to you?
“Discipline, Respect, Friendly and Compassion.”
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Rutendo
Nandola
Tiny S
Date Of Birth: Nov 24, 1991
City: Bothasig, Cape Town
Languages: English, Xhosa, Zulu, Afrikaans
Hobbies: Playing Netball
Personality Type: Listener: soft-hearted, patient, and quiet
What makes you a good caregiver and childminder?
“Taking care of others requires compassion and patience. Aside from those two qualities, I am also capable of handling challenging situations well. Communication with my patients, children included, is essential, as everyone's needs are different and I'm confident in what I'm capable of.”
Your best day at work you’ve ever had and what made it so good.
“My best days at work were at Netcare N1, where I saw the positive impact I had on those who needed help.”
What makes you most excited about working with seniors and children?
“Having the opportunity to work with them every day will allow you to learn a lot about a wide range of topics, and you will establish long-term friendships with many of them as you get to understand who they are. My exposure to working children excites me as we get to watch them grow, which is truly rewarding.”
In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a Caregiver and childminder?
“I have gained experience in Dementia Care, Physically Disabled Care, Mentally Disabled Care, Disabled Care for Children, Vital Signs, Catheter Care, Pressure Care, Palliative Care, PEG Feeding, and CPR Training.”
What is something special/unique about you that not many people might know or that might surprise them?
“Though my personality is quite different from that of an introvert, it is easy for people to mistake me for one. Be it professionally or personally, I always strive to better myself.”
What personal values are most important to you?
“Being humbled and trustworthy”
Respect
Date Of Birth: 27 January 1995
City: Berea, Johannesburg
Languages: English, Zulu
Hobbies: Cooking, singing
Reviews received from clients
What makes you a good caregiver?
"I am a respectful individual dedicated to serving my clients with care and attention to their needs and personal space. I am passionate and compassionate about my work, striving to understand my clients' preferences and ensuring their comfort while assisting them.”
In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver?
“I am comfortable working with clients with various medical conditions, such as general Frail care, Post-Operative care, Disability care, Dementia Care, Palliative Care, Stoma Care, and Wound Care Monitoring to highlight a few.”
What makes you most excited about working with seniors?
“I enjoy working with seniors because it brings me joy knowing that the comfort and care I provide makes a positive impact in the lives of those I care for.”
What’s the most interesting thing about you that we don’t know from your resume?
“I am actively part of a netball team and I love gardening.”
What personal values are most important to you?
“Family ,respect ,honesty. Having a loving family to turn to can help bring stability, joy and comfort.”
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Chidimma
Date Of Birth: 31 March 1983
City: Maitland, Cape Town
Languages: English
Hobbies: Reading, writing and cooking
What makes you a good caregiver?
“ I am compassionate, kind, sensitive, respectful, flexible, empathetic, patient, attentive, reliable and I have good communication skills with my patients and team.”
In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver?
“I am comfortable working with clients with various medical conditions, such as general Frail Care, Dementia Care, Post-Operative care, Palliative Care, Disability Care and Wound Care Monitoring to name a few.”
What makes you most excited about working with seniors?
“ I love working with seniors because assisting them in their day to day lives make me happy. The challenges that comes with their daily struggles have really shaped my mindset in being more positive about life.”
What’s the most interesting thing about you that we don’t know from your resume?
“I love to read novels about temperaments, research about new things, clean the church, and teach little children.’’
What personal values are most important to you?
“Independent, adaptable, integrity, compassion, respectful, honest, courageous and loyal.”
Shareeka
Date Of Birth: 29 March 1992
City: Delft, Cape Town
Languages: English, Afrikaans
Hobbies: Listening to music , swimming, cooking and trying new recipes, doing outside activities like playing sporty games with the kids.
Reviews received from clients
What makes you a good caregiver and child minder?
“ What makes me a good caregiver is that I always put others needs and well being first. I’m honest, trustworthy and always willing to go the extra mile. As a child minder, I excel in creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children to thrive in.’’
In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver?
“I am comfortable working with Alzheimer’s patients, stroke, disabled, palliative care and child care. As a child minder, I feel most qualified in several key skill areas: such as safety :safety and well-being of the children under my care are my top priorities. I maintain a safe environment by implementing safety protocols, supervising activities closely, and proactively addressing any potential hazards”
What makes you most excited about working with seniors and children?
“I enjoy working with seniors because it brings me joy to be able to make a difference in their everyday lives when they are unable to and to put a smile on their face.
As a childminder, I find joy in engaging with children and experiencing their sense of wonder as they discover new things.”
What’s the most interesting thing about you that we don’t know from your resume?
“The most interesting thing about me is that I love singing. Its my second nature. I believe music calms the soul.”
What personal values are most important to you?
“Respecting yourself. Being honest at all cost and accepting yourself for who you truly are.”
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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”
Stephina
Date Of Birth: 27 September 1976
City: Soshanguve, Pretoria
Languages: English, Afrikaans, Zulu
Hobbies: Cooking, reading and exercising
What makes you a good caregiver?
“I enjoy taking care of patients at all times because I believe that every patient needs good care. I'm very passionate about my job, forever smiling and very patient.”
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, Disability, Dementia and Stoma care, as well as PEG feeding and nanny care amongst others, and further requirements from my years of experience working in frail care facilities and hospitals.”
What makes you most excited about working with seniors?
“Communicating with seniors each time and hearing their stories which always put a smile on their face, and getting to share a laugh together.”
What’s the most interesting thing about you that we don’t know from your resume?
“Since I love taking care of people, I sometimes go to charity homes and spend time helping them.”
What personal values are most important to you?
“Passionate, committed and hardworking”
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Winona
Lebogang
Date Of Birth: November 25, 2002
City:Tembisa, Johannesburg
Languages: English and Sepedi
Hobbies: Listening to music and Reading
What makes you a good caregiver?
“I am a good communicator, very patient and I can show empathy to my patients. Looking after the elderly and helping people in need has always been what I have wanted to do and with being a caregiver, I can do that by creating a fun environments for my patients.’’
In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver?
” I am more experienced in frail care, disability care, dementia care, checking vitals signs, wound monitoring, bed and bath care, exercise and mobility and medication monitoring.. ‘‘
What makes you most excited about working with seniors?
“Their wisdom, fun games we play and their great sense of humor and how they are always understanding. ’’
What was the best day at work you’ve ever had and what made it so good?
” I remember I was doing my practical’s and this patient of mine told me how good I was with patients and I will make a great nurse one day... That was the most motivational words I have received form a patient and That was the best day at work and those words keep me moving to this day..’’
Janine N
Date Of Birth: August 3, 1992
City: Delft, Western Cape
Languages: English and Afrikaans
Hobbies: Cooking and Hair Styling.
What makes you a good caregiver?
“What qualifies me as a good caregiver is my capacity to establish meaningful connections with patients, ensuring their comfort, and going above and beyond to bring them joy.”
In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver?
“I believe my proficiency lies in my experience with diverse patients having various medical conditions. This diverse background instills in me a high level of confidence, assuring that I can consistently provide my utmost best in any caregiving situation.”
What makes you most excited about working with seniors?
‘‘What excites me the most about working with seniors is the opportunity to create a safe and tidy environment for them, ensuring they feel comfortable and cherished within their own space, and making a positive impact in their lives”
What values are most important to you?
“The personal value that holds the utmost significance for me is dedicating time to be with my family and creating lasting memories together.’’
Berenice
Date Of Birth: December 26, 1998
City: Pelican Park, Cape Town
Languages: English and Afrikaans
Hobbies: Cooking, walking, reading
Personality Type: Organiser: serious, systematic, and rather quiet
What makes you a good caregiver?
"I am a diligent individual who wholeheartedly commits to providing care. I go above and beyond in applying my caregiving skills. Patience is one of my virtues, and working with elderly patients is not just a job for me; it's my passion.’’
What’s the most interesting thing about you that we don’t know from your resume?
“I excel at keeping individuals calm in stressful situations. I consider myself blessed with a sincere and caring heart, always eager to provide assistance.’’
What makes you most excited about working with seniors?
"Working with elderly individuals is my passion, and I am grateful to possess the skills necessary to bring joy to their lives.’’
In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver?
‘‘Dementia Care, Palliative Care, Physical Disability Care, Assessing Basic Vital Signs, Catheter Care, Pressure Care and PEG insertion and feeding.”
Lizelle
Date Of Birth: 5th June 1989
City: Newlands East, Durban
Languages: English
Personality Type: Listener: soft-hearted, patient, and quiet.
Hobbies: I enjoy the outdoors and going on adventures.
REVIEWS RECEIVED BY CLIENTS
What makes you a good caregiver?
"I have a mature character marked by dedication and responsibility. My compassion is evident in my meticulous attention to caregiving and housekeeping tasks. I take pride in my work, focusing on the well-being and comfort of my clients. I enjoy uplifting, listening to, and motivating them, combining caregiving and companionship to offer heartfelt 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 my role, and that I am making a positive impact in the lives of those in my care .”
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, and Basic Oxygen Therapy assistance.”
What’s the most interesting thing about you that we don’t know from your resume?
"I love going on adventures and enjoying the beauty of nature."
What personal values are most important to you?
“Reliability, honesty, loyalty, and loving and accepting everyone I cross paths with.”
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Thumeka
Date Of Birth: September 23, 1987
City: Khayelitsha, Cape Town
Languages: English, isiXhosa, Sesotho, Setswana and isiZulu
Hobbies: Cooking, walking, reading
Personality Type: Listener; Soft-hearted, patient, and quiet
What makes you a good caregiver?
"I am a compassionate and respectful individual, mindful of patient boundaries. Possessing patience, a warm demeanor, and a cheerful outlook on life, I am highly enthusiastic and adept at problem-solving.’’
What’s the most interesting thing about you that we don’t know from your resume?
“People perceive me as approachable, a skilled problem solver, and someone who thrives under pressure. I excel at keeping individuals calm in stressful situations. I consider myself blessed with a sincere and caring heart, always eager to provide assistance.’’
What makes you most excited about working with seniors?
"Seniors, with the wisdom gained from life's journey, have much to teach. Having cared for us throughout their lives, it is now our turn to love and care for them, ensuring they experience relaxation and harmony.’’
In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver?
‘‘I am well-suited for caregiving, whether it involves working with elders or children. I find it challenging to choose between the two because I am genuinely passionate about providing care to those in need.”
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. ”