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Gilbert G.

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Can relocate

23 years of live-in care experience

About Gilbert G.

I have worked in the healthcare industry across various areas, including mental health (medium secure units, informal settings, and residential support), learning disabilities (hospital units and residential care), general health (hospital and home care), and elderly care (nursing homes and day centers). As a compassionate and supportive individual, I am always eager to learn new methods that empower both myself and those I assist. I pride myself on being a strong team player. The diverse experience I have accumulated over time, combined with my excellent interpersonal skills, allows me to adapt seamlessly to new environments and enhances my ability to support my clients effectively. Recently, I have worked as a support worker for individuals with autism and various disabilities, both physical and learning-related. My responsibilities included promoting a fulfilling and healthy lifestyle for those in my care. This involved keeping all essential documentation—such as risk assessments, care plans, and daily logs—accurate, current, and well-maintained. Additionally, I ensured that medications were administered as prescribed and that all medical needs were consistently met. Given that some individuals I supported faced challenges in recognizing underlying issues or articulating their needs, I took on the vital role of advocating for them. I liaised with healthcare professionals, family members, and management, providing feedback and recommendations to ensure comprehensive care. I also assisted my clients in maintaining a safe and welcoming home environment while supporting their efforts to lead a healthy lifestyle. This included helping them choose nutritious foods, facilitating shopping trips, ensuring they received their financial entitlements, and keeping their bills up to date. Moreover, I actively encouraged social inclusion and participation in activities they were interested in or wished to explore.

Dementia merited

Ok with cats or dogs

Ok with smoker clients

Skills

Attending Appointments

Cleaning

Companionship

Computer Assistance

Doing Errands

Doing Laundry

Driving Licence

Driving Licence (with Car)

Eating and Drinking Assistance

Light house keeping

Live-In Care

Manual Handling

Meal Preparation

Medical Administration

Medication Prompting

Personal Assistance

Personal Grooming and Hygiene

Pet Companion

Physical Activities

Shopping

Specialist care

Incontinence pad changes

Using a hoist

Mobility

Has a driving license and a car

Has driving licence

Cuisine Speciality:

Ok to cook meat and fish

Signature dish:

I’m happy to prepare a wide variety of dishes.

Conditions

Anxiety

Autism

Depression

Epilepsy

Learning Disability

Schizophrenia

Languages

English

Ndebele

Shona

Zulu

Hobbies

In my free time, I love to read, explore new recipes in the kitchen, and nurture my garden.

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