Jade L. Care Companion in Colorado Springs, CO 80921

I have been a professional caregiver for two and a half years for elderly clients and have babysat children since 2016 at my local church. I am currently a college student, gaining a dual major in psychology and criminal justice, and I have a 3.7 GPA. I am currently attending school at Pikes Peak State College, and I will be attending UCCS in the spring of 2023. I have cared for several needs such as ADL, companionship, fall risk and prevention, transfers, running errands, and light house cleaning.

During my time babysitting, my responsibilities include spending 6 hours at a time working with a class of children, studying the bible, watching videos, and doing creative activities, such as coloring, making crafts, etc. As a volunteer, you learn about each child and their need; you learn from them as much as they learn from you.

As an elderly companion, I ensure that my clients are treated with the love and respect that they deserve so that they can live a fulfilling and independent lifestyle. Caretaking is not only about taking care of daily chores; it's about being emotionally available. Additionally, I allow my clients to make choices for themselves and support them through hardship. Helping them with daily tasks, I help them stay healthy and safe. In my experience, I've worked with clients with dementia and Alzheimer's and have created plans to get
them through the week while giving them plenty of exercises, a good diet, and companionship.