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Wheaton, IL 60189
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About Joseph
Experience: 6 yrs
COVID-19 vaccinated
Hello my name is Joseph and I hope I can be of service to you . I currently work with a post polio survivor two days a week in La Grange and am trained I'm such things as using Foley bags, infection control and tracheotomy care . I also have extensive experience with Parkinson's and dementia patients . I currently drive a Cadillac xt5 2020 so you will be very comfortable if transportation is needed for appointments I am 6. 1 Ft 340 pounds so I can easily lift and help out most seniors . I was a live in for 3 and a half years with my last patient . A little bit more about my previous job is during COVID I was a full time live in during quarantine that required me to stay 24/7 with my patient and his family for 8 months . I am a Navy veteran, I am committed and very dependable and enjoy keeping a fun and happy atmosphere. I have letters of recommendation and contacts that are available from previous clients .
Reviews
Jeffrey G.
Reviewed on 6/26/2022
Joseph is an incredible human being. He cared for my father for several years and became a family member to us as well. I believe that with close family and Joseph by his side, my dad had the best possible quality of life before passing.
Services
Services offered
Bathing
Companionship
Dementia
Errands
Feeding
Heavy lifting
Help staying physically active
Hospice services
Light cleaning
Live-in home care
Meal prep
Medical management
Mobility assistance
Personal care
Respite care
Specialized care
Transportation
Rates
Recurring jobs
$25-38/hr
Can help with
Companion care
Groceries/errands
Help with pets
Light cleaning
Meal prep
Organizing/laundry
Qualifications
Education
Mchenry County College - 2015
Associate degree - Media
Depaul University - 2017
Bachelor degree - Sound
Northern Illinois University
Currently attending
Graduate degree - Speech Therapy
Languages
English
Professional skills
Alzheimers or dementia experience
CPR / First Aid trained
Home health aide experience
Hospice experience
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
Additional details
Comfortable with pets
Has a reliable car
Non-smoker
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