Yolanda

Get to know more about me:

What makes you a good caregiver?

”I'm compassionate about giving care and I believe being a carer you should always go the extra mile for your patient”

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

“Placing smiles on the patient’s faces and knowing I did something to make a change in their daily life ”

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

“When working in a frail /disabled care home I’ve learned that values of a patient and a carer should always be put first”

What makes you most excited about working with seniors?

“Some of them don't like to talk much, but most of them have stories to tell and advice to offer. My favorite part is when I can converse with them, their stories and advice are always so rich”

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

“In my free time, I volunteer at the local clinics as this helps with building more experience and I am able to give back to my community.”

Angie

I was born in 1980 and currently reside in Cape Town.

I am fluent in both English, Afrikaans.

I see myself as a Driver: Independent and strong-willed. Thick-skinned.

I am qualified for home care, massage therapy, and yoga and wanted to get involved with CareChamp as a Companion to apply my skills and empathy in a meaningful way, I love giving back to the community. Elderly people's needs are ignored mostly, it connects people of various generations who would not normally interact.

I like hiking, reading, yoga, and spending time with my family in my free time.

I have a valid driver’s license and my own car.

Choene

I currently reside in Johannesburg and was born in 1995.

I fluently speak, read and write English and Sepedi.

I see myself as outgoing. spontaneous and bubbly person.

I am a qualified "Health Care Assistant" from the class of 2020. The one-year course entailed theory as well as practical experience in a private hospital and old age home.

I have experience with Dementia care, Physical disability care, Mental disability care, Care for children with disabilities, Assessing basic vital signs, Catheter care, Pressure care, Wound care, and PEG insertion and feeding

In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my family, cooking, and reading.

Sr Ronelle

I’m currently staying in Pretoria and was born in 1982.

I speak, read and write fluently English and Afrikaans,

I am registered with the Nursing Council, with the following specialties: Occupational Health, Administration/Management, General Nursing, Community, Midwifery, and Psychiatric. Currently, I am completing my final year in Safety Management at Unisa. My areas of specialty are Occupational Health and Primary HealthCare/Wellness, Midwifery, Neonatal ICU, and Casualty.

I have more than 10 years of management experience and have managed a staff complement of between 7-10 as well as managed the department’s budget.

In my free time, I like reading and spending time with family and friends.

Priscille

I stay in Durban and was born in 1989

I fluently speak, English, French, Lingala, and Swahili

I see myself as a Listener: Soft-hearted. Patient. Quiet personality.

I am a qualified "Health Care Assistant" from the class of 2007. The one-year course entailed theory as well as practical experience in a private hospital and old age home. I have experience with Physical disability care, Care for children with disabilities, Pressure care, PEG insertion, and feeding

In my free time, I love to spend time Baking, cooking, dancing, reading and exercising

Sinethemba

I was born in 1996 and I currently stay in Gauteng but also lived in Durban for a while.

I speak English, Zulu, IsiXhosa, and Afrikaans fluently.

I see myself as an Entertainer: an outgoing, spontaneous, and bubbly personality type

I am a qualified "Health Care Assistant" from the class of 2019. The one-year course entailed theory as well as practical experience in a private hospital and old age home. I have experience with Dementia Care, Physically Disabled Care, Mentally Disabled Care, Disabled Care for Children as well as Child Care, Catheter Care, Pressure Care, and Peg Feed.

In my free time, I enjoy spending time with family and friends as I’m a family-orientated person.

Janneke

I am currently staying in Stellenbosch and was born in 1993.

I graduated and obtained my LLB degree at Stellenbosch University in December 2015. I never considered studying anything other than law. I believe that the reason for my choice was that I always felt the need, together with the duty to take a stand in life and defend others who were not able or prepared to defend themselves.

I wanted to get involved with CareChamp as a Companion to apply my skills and empathy in a meaningful way, I love giving back to the community.

In my free time I like to take adventures in nature like paragliding, reading poetry, books, watching movies, cooking, caring for friends and family.

Zingiswa

I stay in Cape Town and was born in 1998

I fluently speak, read, and write English, Xhosa.

I see myself as a Listener: Soft-hearted. Patient. Quiet personality.

I am a qualified "Health Care Assistant" from the class of 2020 The one-year course entailed theory as well as practical experience in a private hospital and old age home. I have experience with Physical disability care Mental disability care, Care for children with disabilities, Assessing basic vital signs, Catheter care, Pressure care, and PEG insertion and feeding

In my free time, I love to spend it outdoors and spending time with family.

Bukiwe

I stay in Cape Town and was born in 1976.

I speak fluent English and Xhosa.

I see myself as a listener: Soft-hearted. Patient. Quiet.

I am a qualified "Health Care Assistant" from the class of 2008. I have experience with Dementia Care, Physically Disabled Care, Vital Signs
Catheter Care, and Wound Care

In my free time, I love going to the gym and doing community work.

Vuyiseka

Date Of Birth: 23 November 1994

City: Khayelitsha, Cape Town

Languages: English, Xhosa

Hobbies: Enjoy the outdoors.

What makes you a good caregiver and child minder?

“As a mother, pediatric caregiver as well as elderly caregiver, I ensure their safety through continuous observation, maintaining constant vigilance. I attend to their nutritional and hygiene needs diligently, while also providing them with affection and compassionate care around the clock.”

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

“I once assisted a Registered Nurse in resuscitating a patient while working at Netcare Hospital. It was the most exhilarating experience .”

In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver as well as a child minder?

“ 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, Basic Oxygen Therapy assistance, PEG Feeding assistance.I have also obtained the necessary experience for childcare and children with disability through the pediatric ward and also with private childcare clients”

What makes you most excited about working with seniors as well as kids?

“Assisting them where necessary and developing a friendship with them. Being a part of their journey of growth and development is incredibly rewarding in childcare and having a positive impact within elder care.”

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

“Part-time, I work for a plumber's company in my community. I'm always up for a challenge ”

What personal values are most important to you?

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Machia

I am currently staying in Johannesburg and was born in 1995.

I fluently speak, read and write English.

I’m a compassionate, soft-hearted caregiver.

I am a qualified "Health Care Assistant" from the class of 2020. The one-year course entailed theory as well as practical experience in a private hospital and old age home. I have experience with Physically Disabled Care, Mentally Disabled Care, Disabled Care for Children and childcare, paraplegic or Tetraplegic Patients, Pressure Care, and lastly Palliative Care.

I strive to provide the best form of quality care for my patients and it is what drives me on a daily basis to do and be better than yesterday.

Confident

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REVIEWS RECEIVED FROM CLIENTS

I currently live in Johannesburg and was born in 1996.

I speak the following languages: English, Zulu, and Sepedi

I have different qualities that help me adjust and assist clients with different medical backgrounds well. Taking on new challenges in my job helps me grow and take better care of my clients. I am naturally patient, loyal, relaxed, and understanding.

I’m most qualified and experienced in general Frail Care, Dementia Care, Palliative Care, Physical Disability Care, Assessing Basic Vital Signs, Catheter Care, Stoma Care, PEG insertion and feeding, Pressure Care and Wound Monitoring.

Since 2020, I've been a dedicated champ of CareChamp, providing compassionate care to a diverse range of clients, and I haven't looked back since.

In my free time, I love to read novels and learn a new skill.

Emmah

I stay in Johannesburg and was born in 1977

I fluently speak English and Afrikaans.

I see myself as a Listener: Soft-hearted. Patient. Quiet personality.

I am a qualified "Health Care Assistant" from the class of 2009 The one-year course entailed theory as well as practical experience in a private hospital and old age home. I have experience with 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, Wound care, and PEG insertion and feeding

In my free time, I love to spend some time with my family and friends

Caroline M

Date Of Birth: 20 April 1991

City: Krugersdorp, Gauteng

Languages: English & Zulu

Hobbies: Reading, singing & dancing

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I see myself as an entertainer, outgoing, spontaneous, and bubbly

I am a qualified "Health Care Assistant" from the class of 2020. The one-year course entailed theory as well as practical experience in a private hospital and old age home. I have experience with Dementia care, Physical disability care, Mental disability care, and Care for children with disabilities
Palliative care, Assessing basic vital signs, Catheter care, Pressure care, PEG insertion, and feeding

Priscilla

Date Of Birth: 11 December 1995

City: Pretoria, Gauteng

Languages: English, Afrikaans, Zulu, and Sepedi.

Hobbies: Dancing & listening to music.

I see myself as a soft-hearted, patient, and easygoing person.

In 2020 I completed a One Year "Health Care Assistant" Course with Theory as well as practical experience in a private hospital and old age home. I have experience with Dementia care, Physical disability care, Assessing basic vital signs
Care of paraplegic and/or tetraplegic patients, Catheter care, Pressure care, Wound care, PEG insertion, and feeding

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Nwabisa

Date Of Birth: 31 January 1991.

City: Khayelitsha, Cape Town.

Languages: English & Xhosa.

Hobbies: Spending time with family & friends.

What makes you a good caregiver?

I am a qualified and passionate health care assistant. I absolutely love working with people. I am dedicated and patient while providing care and this contributes to much of the well-being of my clients.

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

I feel most skilled but not limited to; observation of home safety, emergency response, personal care, medication management, end of life care.

What makes you most excited about working with seniors?

The road to recovery... Watching my patients recover and grow is what keeps me excited. I also learn a lot from my clients and that has continued to make the experience worthwhile.

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

My personality allows my clients to feel independent within my care and within the comfort of their own homes.

Sr Francina

My name is Mokgohloe Francina Lekgau,

I'm a registered nurse with three decades of experience in professional and forensic nursing. I have studied and qualified in professional nursing and midwifery, forensic nursing, and also qualified to work with the elderly.

I am a great communicator, organized, empathetic & patient by nature, able to self-manage & work autonomously as well as in a team.

Over the years, I worked in different units of general hospitals; meaning medical, surgical, OPD, pediatrics, and in the forensic nursing unit. I also work with elderly patients.

Jdene

Get to know me: Jdene

What makes you a good caregiver?

“I respect elders, especially those in need of frail care. I can understand and empathize with them.”

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

“I've gained experience in various types of health conditions and requirements from my years of working in care facilities for the elderly. However, I'm most comfortable in frail care and working with dementia/Alzheimer's patients.”

What makes you most excited about working with seniors?

“The wonderful memories and life lessons they are willing to share with me.”

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

I was a firefighter in the armed forces.

Lebohang

Date Of Birth: 7 December 1999

Location: Vosloorus, Gauteng

Languages: English & Zulu

Hobbies: Going to the gym, doing community work, and spending time with family and friends.

I see myself as an organizer: serious, systematic, and rather quiet.

I am a qualified "Health Care Assistant" from the class of 2020. I have experience with Dementia care, Physical disability care, Assessing basic vital signs, Catheter care, Pressure care, and Wound care

Itumeleng N

Date Of Birth: 15 September 1995

City: Soweto, Gauteng

Languages: English, Zulu, and Setswana

Hobbies: Reading & Exploring outdoors

REVIEWS RECEIVED FROM CLIENTS

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.”