Desire Chafa
Sheffield,South Yorkshire
Summary
Compassionate Live-In Carer with strengths in fostering client relationships and enhancing independence. Facilitates medication administration and personal care, ensuring clients' comfort and dignity. Develops personalised routines that respect client preferences while promoting a safe and supportive environment.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work history
Live-in Carer
Evah Mthethwa Pvt
WINCHESTER, Hampshire
05.2025 - 03.2026
- Kept record of client's progress, assisting in adjusting care plans accordingly.
- Assisted with personal grooming to maintain dignity and self-esteem of the client.
- Prepared nutritious meals, contributing to overall health improvement.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks, creating a comfortable living space for the client.
- Adhered strictly to privacy rules to respect clients' rights.
- Handled emergency situations calmly, ensuring quick response for the safety of the client.
- Ensured well-being of th client with daily health assessments.
- Supported emotional well-being through empathetic interactions.
- Encouraged independence by supporting in day-to-day chores where possible.
Live-In caregiver
Blue Angel
Basingstoke, Hampshire
03.2024 - 04.2025
- Accompanied clients on outings or errands providing essential support outside home settings.
- Coordinated medical appointments to ensure timely healthcare services.
- Assisted with personal hygiene tasks to preserve dignity and promote cleanliness.
- Ensured client comfort by providing compassionate, one-on-one care.
Live-In Carer
Karis Care Services
Witchurch, Shropshire
06.2023 - 02.2024
- Support clients' social connections through transportation to personal meetings or outings.
- Facilitates medication administration for clients unable to self-administer.
- Conduct regular household tasks, including cleaning, laundry, and shopping, ensuring a comfortable living environment.
- Develop routines that honour client preferences, while enhancing independence and comfort.
- Completed activities of daily living for clients unable to manage personal hygiene.
- Assist customers with grocery shopping, buying items as instructed by clients, care plans, families, and doctors.
- Record and administer daily medication.
- Utilised patience and understanding to manage challenging behaviour, maintaining a calm and safe atmosphere.
- Kept record of client's progress, assisting in adjusting care plans accordingly.
- Adhered strictly to privacy rules to respect clients' rights.
- Enhanced client's comfort by providing personal care and assistance.
- Ensured well-being of the client with daily health assessments.
Skills
- Team work
- Effective communication
- Problem Solving skills
- UK Driver's Licence
Additional Information
Language: Fluent in English
Work Authorization
Currently on a Dependant Visa
Hobbies and interests
- cooking
- travelling
- reading
- playing musical intruments
Timeline
Live-in Carer
Evah Mthethwa Pvt
05.2025 - 03.2026
Live-In caregiver
Blue Angel
03.2024 - 04.2025
Live-In Carer
Karis Care Services
06.2023 - 02.2024