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Karen Sorensen

Abingdon,Oxfordshire

Summary

Enthusiastic Lifestyle Coordinator with knack for creating engaging and impactful wellness programmes. Known for transforming community spaces into vibrant social hubs, significantly improving resident satisfaction and participation. Adept at fostering strong relationships and promoting inclusive activities that cater to diverse interests and needs.

Charismatic and motivational, excels in event planning and interpersonal communication. Demonstrates strong organisational skills alongside creativity and adaptability.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work history

Lifestyle coordinator

Maria Mallaband Care Group - Abingdon Court
Abingdon, Oxfordshire
01.2025 - Current
  • Conducted art workshops, boosting creativity among residents.
  • Liaised with local businesses to arrange partnership events for community engagement.
  • Negotiated with suppliers for best prices on event materials, ensuring cost-effectiveness.
  • Plotted exercise classes to improve resident health and fitness levels.
  • Updated families on their loved ones' involvement in activities, nurturing trust and transparency.
  • Delivered tailored lifestyle programmes for improved quality of life among residents.
  • Facilitated hobby clubs to cater to various interests of residents.

Care assistant

Maria Mallaband Care Group
Abingdon, Oxfordshire
12.2018 - 12.2024
  • Adhered strictly to professional standards, regulations and policies at all times while executing duties.
  • Ensured safe environment by maintaining orderliness and cleanliness in the facility.
  • Provided emotional support to residents, improving their mental wellbeing.
  • Respected privacy and dignity of each resident during provision of care services.
  • Documented reports on daily observations accurately, helping in keeping track of every resident's progress over time.
  • Helped with personal care tasks, promoting hygiene and cleanliness amongst patients.

Live-In caregiver

Helping Hands
National, National
08.2018 - 11.2018
  • Prepared nutritious meals, resulting in enhanced overall health of the client.
  • Ensured client comfort by providing compassionate, one-on-one care.
  • Provided companionship during leisure time, fostering a supportive relationship with the client.
  • Monitored health changes closely, leading to early detection of potential issues.
  • Complied strictly with privacy guidelines to respect client's confidentiality rights.
  • Maintained clean and safe living environment for optimal well-being.
  • Administered required medication for improved health condition.
  • Managed daily household chores for a tidy and organised home environment.

Affiliations

  • Enjoy watching sports, exploring the outdoors, travel and holidays and passionate about animals

Languages

English
Native
Afrikaans
Advanced

Timeline

Lifestyle coordinator

Maria Mallaband Care Group - Abingdon Court
01.2025 - Current

Care assistant

Maria Mallaband Care Group
12.2018 - 12.2024

Live-In caregiver

Helping Hands
08.2018 - 11.2018

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