Nwabisa H

Date Of Birth: August 8, 1990

City: Tshepisong, Johannesburg

Languages:English, Zulu, Xhosa and Sesotho

Hobbies: Cooking and baking

What makes you a good caregiver?

“ I love helping those who are in need and always get happy when they feel better. I have learnt that my clients also need a companion , a daughter, a sister and a friend, I can be all of those.’’

In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver?
”physical disability care ,pressure care, wound monitoring , cancer patient care, post-operative care , frail care, exercise and mobility assistance and dementia care.”

What makes you most excited about# working with seniors?

“I get along very well with them and I can always motivate them when they are feeling down and ill.”

What was the best day at work you’ve ever had and what made it so good?

”When it was my first time dealing with patients after practical’s, felt so happy because I was contributing to the society.”

Siphiwe

Date Of Birth: September 27, 1987

City: Germiston, Gauteng

Languages:English and Zulu

Hobbies: Cooking and baking

What makes you a good caregiver?

“ I am a caring and dependable caregiver, dedicated to giving the best support possible. I focus on each person's unique needs, preferences, and dignity. ”

In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver?
”I have hands-on experience in a variety of care areas, including elder care and specialized care area such as, post-operative care, disability care, stoma care and palliative care.”

What makes you most excited about# working with seniors?

“Helping seniors stay independent and enjoy a good quality of life, even in small ways, gives me a sense of purpose and happiness.”

What was the best day at work you’ve ever had and what made it so good?

"One time, a patient told me they had been feeling down for a while, but my presence made them feel better."

Philiswa

Date Of Birth: January 24, 1983

City: Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape

Languages: English, Xhosa and Zulu

Hobbies: Reading and Writing

What makes you a good caregiver?

“ My willingness to always help and deliver the best care has made me a good caregiver because I am always there for my patients and provide the best service they need. .”

In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver?
”Dementia care, disability care, frail care, wound monitoring and basic vital signs monitoring.”

What makes you most excited about# working with seniors?

“They are always giving good advices and it’s easier to work with them because of their warm personalities.”

What was the best day at work you’ve ever had and what made it so good?

”Seeing a patient with no hope of living doing better and get healed fast ,the best feeling ever..”

Amogelang

Date Of Birth: March 31, 2000

City: Hammanskraal, Gauteng

Languages: English, Tswana and Xitsonga

Hobbies: Reading and Cooking

What makes you a good caregiver?

“ I always maintain and aim to have a good relationship with my patients as I get to spend a lot of time with them, this allows me to give them the best care they need and I always remain respectful and kind .”

In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver?
”I am most qualified in dementia care, wound monitoring, pressure care, relief care, checking basic vital signs, peg tube feeding and bed-making skills.”

What makes you most excited about# working with seniors?

“I am more excited in working with them because I get to make a difference in people’s lives, improving their health and basically take care of them.”

What was the best day at work you’ve ever had and what made it so good?

”When we celebrated one of my patient’s birthday, she was really happy and seeing her happy ,surrounded by the people she loved .”

Tadiwa

Date Of Birth: June 19, 1998

City: Diepkloof, Johannesburg

Languages: English

Hobbies: Reading and Volleyball

What makes you a good caregiver?

“ I always treat my patients with love and respect, remaining calm in each and every situation which allows me to better understand and care for those in my care.”

In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver?
” Frail care, Early Onset Dementia care, Post-Operative Care, Disability Care, Wound Care Monitoring, Relief care, Catheter care assistance, PEG-Tube Feeding, Vital Signs check. “

What makes you most excited about# working with seniors?

“Seniors are always happy, it is easy to work with them and they are so wonderful to be around especially with their knowledge if life.”

What was the best day at work you’ve ever had and what made it so good?

”My best day at work was when l assisted my patients to start using a Potty instead of using a nappy, it is a small success. What made me happy was when l saw a smile on her face she looked so relieved.”

Portia

Date Of Birth: October 19, 1992

City: Tembisa, Johannesburg

Languages: English, Xhosa and Zulu

Hobbies: Cooking and baking

What makes you a good caregiver?

“ I love helping sick people and I am very passionate with my job . Always willing to lend a helping hand to those who need help .”

In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver?
”Catheter care, peg tube feeding, disability care, dementia care, wound care, relief care, bed and bath patient caring skills and wound monitoring.”

What makes you most excited about# working with seniors?

“Seniors are always happy, it is easy to work with them and they are so wonderful to be around.”

What was the best day at work you’ve ever had and what made it so good?

”The best day was with my first patient who managed t o walk after our exercises.”

Kayleigh

Date Of Birth: July 3, 1997

City: Sandton, Gauteng

Languages: English

Hobbies: Singing and taking beach walks

What makes you a good caregiver?

“I love looking after people, helping them wherever I can in order to feel better. I don't like seeing people in pain or feeling ill so I do my best to help alleviate their pain and illness.”

In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver?
”Frail care, palliative care, wound monitoring, disability care, dementia care.”

What makes you most excited about# working with seniors?

“Helping them feel pain free and illness free. Being a companion and listening to them as well as talking to them..”

What was the best day at work you’ve ever had and what made it so good?

”My best day at work was seeing a patient walking. What made it good was she couldn't walk without assistance for a while and that day she was able to walk on her own”

Bongiwe

Date Of Birth: April 7, 1990

City: Diepsloot, Johannesburg
Languages: English

Hobbies: Reading and Netball

What makes you a good caregiver?

“I am always when I help my patients. Tending to their needs is my absolute favorite thing to do, givng them love and respect.”

In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver?
”I am most qualified in bed-making skills, dementia care, wound monitoring, pressure care, basic vital signs monitoring and disability. care.”

What makes you most excited about# working with seniors?

“ I am most excited because I get to do what I like and enjoy, helping people.”

What was the best day at work you’ve ever had and what made it so good?

”A patient was not feeling well but with jokes ,conversation and motivation he improved.”

Rhodah

Date Of Birth: April 5, 1976

City: Midrand, Gauteng

Languages: English, Zulu, Xhosa and Sepedi

Hobbies: Reading and writing

What makes you a good caregiver?

“Patience is key when working with people of all ages, I always stay calm in situations I may face with my patients and respectful at all times. I take pride in my job and love helping where I can, ensuring my patients are comfortable and happy”

In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver?
”I provide best skills in patients that have dementia, disability and mobility issues. I am also skilled in wound monitoring, pressure care, bed bath and bed making, child care, disability care, exercise and mobility assistance.”

What makes you most excited about# working with seniors?

“ They tell the best stories and joke around a lot. They require patience and I am the type of person most suited to work with them because I always enjoy a good laugh and love taking care of people in need.”

What was the best day at work you’ve ever had and what made it so good?

”I was really happy when a patient of min recovered, it was through the positive impact I had on them and it motivated me to do the same for other patients.”

Thandi

Date Of Birth: April20, 1976

City: Randburg, Gauteng

Languages: English, Afrikaans, Zulu and Xhosa

Hobbies: Reading and Jogging

What makes you a good caregiver?

“I am caring, patient an d understanding caregiver. If any of my patients don’t feel good I always try my best to make them feel better and treat them with respect at all times.”

In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver?
”I am skilled in elderly care, dementia care, wound monitoring, pressure care, disability care, peg tube feeding and checking basic vital signs.”

What makes you most excited about# working with seniors?

“ Seniors are free-spirited, they are always happy and their love radiates, it is easy to work with them and they are always understanding. ”

What was the best day at work you’ve ever had and what made it so good?

”A patient of mine wasn’t feeling well for a very long time but due to our close bond I managed to convince her and told her the importance of exercising and eating and she eventually got better.”

Anesu

Date Of Birth: January 29, 2000

City: Auckland Park, Johannesburg

Languages: English, Zulu and Xhosa

Hobbies: Reading and Garden work

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What makes you a good caregiver?

“I am a respectful, caring and empathetic caregiver. Providing exceptional care to my patients is very important to me .”

In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver?
”wound care, pressure care, stroke care, dementia care, disability care, PEG tube feeding and child care.”

What makes you most excited about# working with seniors?

“Seniors tell the best stories and I always laugh when I’m with them and I want to do the same, make them happy.”

What was the best day at work you’ve ever had and what made it so good?

”I was praised by my seniors for good care and excellence service to my patients.”

Confidence

Date Of Birth: August 21, 1987

City: Krugersdorp, Gauteng

Languages: English and Zulu

Hobbies: Reading and Garden work

What makes you a good caregiver?

“I am god-fearing woman who believes that everyone should be treated with love and respect. I take good care of my patients and make them happy.”

In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver?
”I have worked with patients who had dementia ,and also confident in other skills such as frail care, wound care, pressure care, PEG tube feeding and disability care.”

What makes you most excited about# working with seniors?

“The love they provide to everyone, the stories they tell and how welcoming they are.”

What was the best day at work you’ve ever had and what made it so good?

”I had a challenging day with one of my patients who really did'n’t feel well but due to my calmness, I was able to get through to them and the patient was happy .”

Betty

Date Of Birth: April 5, 1982

City: Soweto, Gauteng

Languages: English, Zulu and Xhosa

Hobbies:Reading and Cooking

What makes you a good caregiver?

“I am empathetic, loving , caring and respectful. The skills I have come in handy because it is easier for me to get along with my patients. ”

In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver?
” Throughout the years, I’ve gained experienced in general Frail care, Dementia care, Disability care, Palliative care, Post-Operative care, assessing Basic Vital signs, Catheter care , Stoma care, PEG -tube Feeding, Pressure care and Wound care monitoring.”

What makes you most excited about# working with seniors?

“The knowledge they have , when shared it makes a huge impact on our lives and their stories are always fun to listen to.”

What was the best day at work you’ve ever had and what made it so good?

”I was awarded at work for my patience when dealing with patients and how good I am with everyone I take care of .”

Candice

Date Of Birth: September 6, 1971

City: Randburg, Gauteng

Languages: English and Afrikaans

Hobbies:Reading and Listeng to music

What makes you a good companion?

“I like to spend time giving back and hopefully bring a little happiness to someone's life. I always want to do work that is meaningful. ”

In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a companion?
”I am a good listener and I am always glad to help with errands and any tasks the patient may need, being helpful is what I am to do ,to ensure my clients are always satisfied.”

What makes you most excited about# working with seniors?

“Understanding their needs and assisting them with their tasks to make everything easier.”

What was the best day at work you’ve ever had and what made it so good?

”My efforts were recognized and appreciated by a client and this made me feel good because it meant I was doing a good job. ”

Spiweyinkosi

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Date Of Birth: May 14, 1993

City: Randburg, Gauteng

Languages: English, Zulu and Ndebele

Hobbies:Reading and Listeng to music

What makes you a good caregiver?

“I am compassionate and empathetic. This enables me to understand fully the needs and requirements of those in my care. I am able to adapt to my client’s unique care plan and use my own initiative from experience gained over the years. “

In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver?
"I have experience in general elder care and the necessary skills to assist clients needing specialized care. My expertise includes post-operative care, disability care, palliative care, pressure care, dementia care, PEG tube feeding, basic catheter care, vital signs monitoring, and wound care. I am committed to providing quality support tailored to each client's specific needs."

What makes you most excited about# working with seniors?

“Understanding their needs and knowing that I make their lives easier by assisting them with daily living activities. Helping to uplift their mood and having good conversations with them..”

What was the best day at work you’ve ever had and what made it so good?

”My best day was when I was assigned to care for a senior lady with mild dementia. She had just started her stay and the retirement home and was confused about# her new surroundings. I managed to help her understand the changes in her surroundings and explain the different activities that they get to do and she managed to calm down. She ended up spending the whole day feeling better and I really found joy in this.”

What’s the most interesting thing about# you that we don’t know from your resume?
”I am currently studying accounting full time.”

Livhuwani

Date Of Birth: January 22, 1997

City: Alexandra, Gauteng

Languages: English and Zulu

Hobbies: Painting and Cooking

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What makes you a good caregiver?

“I respect my patients at all times and show empathy, this makes it easier for me to excel in my job as patients always appreciate a caregiver who is patient and loving. ”

In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver?
”Frail care, PEG tube feeding, disability care, dementia care, wound care, pressure care, vital signs monitoring, catheter care and bed making skills .”

What makes you most excited about# working with seniors?

“I learn a lot from them and they require love and help so I am always willing to provide and care for them.”

What was the best day at work you’ve ever had and what made it so good?

”I once worked with a patient who was too sick and couldn’t do most of the activities we had planned out for her but with time she managed to get out of bed and felt better.”

Dumisa

Date Of Birth: March 24, 1994

City: Vereeniging, Gauteng

Languages: English , Afrikaans and Zulu

Hobbies: Reading and hiking

What makes you a good caregiver?

“I am a good caregiver because of my kind and respectful nature, my patients mean the world to me and I always ensure they feel loved and safe around me.”

In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver?
”Bed making skills, disability care, dementia care, wound and pressure care,vital signs monitoring and PEG tube feeding”

What makes you most excited about# working with seniors?

“Seniors have taught us to treat everyone with love and respect and due to their teachings I have become respectful and always happy to work with them.”

What was the best day at work you’ve ever had and what made it so good?

”When I learnt some good communication skills and building relationship with patients and I met different people with different personalities. ”

Tsitsi

Date Of Birth: September 12, 1983

City: Pretoria, Gauteng

Languages: English

Hobbies: Cooking and Reading

Reviews received from clients

What makes you a good caregiver and childminder?

“I am humble and always respectful towards my clients, they are my main priority so I always ensure I assist and provide support with everything they need making them happy and comfortable.”

In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver and childminder?
”My experience is in Frail care, Disability care, Dementia care, Post-Operative care. Patient that require care in PEG tube feeding, wound care monitoring, pressure care,, chronic-illness care , stroke care , passive exercise and mobility assistance ,catheter care assistance, oxygen machine therapy care and basic vital signs monitoring. and also Childcare”

What makes you most excited about# working with seniors and children?

“Seniors need help and are always thankful when they receive it. I love it when they are happy and well taken care of and my job allows me to do that. Working with kids can be one of the most challenging, yet rewarding, careers. As you care for and teach children, you'll build strong bonds that will stay with you forever.”

What was the best day at work you’ve ever had and what made it so good?

”I was able to overcome a difficult situation with a patient in a calm way and made the patient smile. ”

Zanele

Date Of Birth: February 5, 1999

City: Pretoria, Gauteng

Languages: English and Zulu

Hobbies: Cooking and Reading

What makes you a good caregiver?

"I am dedicated to providing exceptional care to my patients, driven by a passion for my work. I take pride in my skills and always strive to offer the highest quality care, showing love and respect to everyone I encounter."

In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver?
”I feel most qualified to provide, Disability care, PEG tube feeding, Wound monitoring, Post-operative care, Pressure care, Dementia care, Chronic-illness care, Palliative care and vital signs monitoring.”

What makes you most excited about# working with seniors?

“What excites me most about# working with seniors is their consistent display of love and kindness. Their example inspires me to treat everyone with the same love and respect."

What was the best day at work you’ve ever had and what made it so good?

"My best days at work are when a patient smiles and expresses gratitude for my presence and assistance. Those moments make my day truly special."

Nokuthula

Date Of Birth: March 30, 1997

City: Alberton, Johannesburg

Languages: English and Zulu

Hobbies: Dancing and Reading

What makes you a good caregiver?

“I am a caring caregiver that is always willing to lend a helping hand to the clients. Helping them with all they need and showing them love.”

In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver?
”I am most qualified in general Frail Care, Dementia Care, Palliative Care, Post-operative Care, Disability Care, Vital Checks and Wound Care Monitoring.”

What makes you most excited about# working with seniors?

“Working with seniors brings me great joy because I deeply value the wisdom, experience, and stories they share. Each interaction offers an opportunity to make a positive impact by ensuring their comfort, dignity, and happiness.”

What personal values are most important to you?

“Integrity, compassion, empathy, kindness and respect.”