Elderly Caregiver Volunteer
They Huang Kwa Nursing Home
08.2023 - Current
- Enhanced elderly residents'' well-being by providing compassionate care and companionship.
- Improved seniors'' quality of life by assisting with daily tasks, such as bathing, dressing, and meal preparation.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable living environment for residents through regular housekeeping and maintenance tasks.
- Supported seniors in maintaining their independence by facilitating participation in various activities and social events.
- Assisted clients with physical therapy exercises to maintain and improve strength, flexibility and balance.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Observed health status of clients to report changes and unusual occurrences to appropriate medical personnel.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Entertained, conversed, and read aloud to keep patients mentally alert.
- Offered companionship and kindness to elderly patients.
- Provided transportation assistance for elderly residents, ensuring they attended medical appointments or other necessary outings safely and punctually.
- Managed emergency situations effectively, quickly responding to incidents and coordinating appropriate support for elderly clients.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices for eldercare provision, leading to improved service quality for clients served.
- Promoted physical wellness among residents by assisting in exercise programs specifically designed for older adults.
- Ensured a healthy diet for elderly individuals by preparing nutritious meals tailored to dietary restrictions or preferences when needed.
- Facilitated effective communication between residents, family members, and healthcare professionals through clear documentation and regular updates on client status.
- Contributed to increased overall happiness among elderly clients by fostering a positive atmosphere within the caregiving environment.
- Provided mental stimulation for dementia patients through engaging activities designed to slow cognitive decline.
- Maintained detailed records of client progress, updating healthcare providers on changes in condition or needs as required.
- Assisted seniors with mobility challenges by providing necessary support during transfers and ambulation.
- Monitored the health status of elderly clients through routine check-ups, promptly addressing any concerns or issues that arose.
- Administered medication accurately and timely according to prescribed schedules, ensuring proper dosage and adherence to guidelines.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop personalized care plans tailored to each individual''s needs.
- Established trusting relationships with elderly clients, ensuring their emotional needs were met alongside physical care.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
- Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
- Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
- Maintained strong connections within caregiver community to gain continuous knowledge.
- Scheduled daily and weekly care hours for client caseload.
