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Collette Kennedy

Chicago,IL

Summary

Good morning, I, Collette Kennedy come a long bloodline of caregivers. My grandmother was a mid-wife in the South many many years ago. My mother was a RN and sister LPN. Therefore, I got a early start at very young age observed and assisting with my family and friends of experience of a caretaker. As time went on it become one of my passion(s)`of life caring for people. I am also a mother/grandmother of 3 twice helping family, church, and friends with their families termial illness along with multiple years working private, agencies and in home cases of different levels of mental disorders and physical problems on most levels of cargiving. Thank you!

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

HHA/Caregiver

Brightstar Healthcare Agency
08.2021 - Current

Assisting with dressing, grooming, bathing, personal care, oral hygiene, preparing meals(special diets). Escort clients to doctor's appointments, errands, outings and special events. Also light housekeeping and laundry.

Caregiver Attendant

Freedom Homecare, Inc.
04.2017 - 01.2021
  • Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care tailored to individual needs.
  • Enhanced family satisfaction by maintaining open lines of communication and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Ensured patient safety through diligent monitoring and adherence to care plans.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.

Caregiver

Comfort Keepers
04.2016 - 05.2020

Specialize in seniors with Dementia/Alzheimer's, Parkinson's mental disorders. Ensure safety, security, wellness and trust. Handle all tasks including: preparing meals, errands, assisting with dressing, shower/bathing and appointments

HHA/Caregiver

Private Care
09.2008 - 01.2016

Assisting the clients a disable couple with their personal needs on daily basis. Lite housekeeping, assisting in and out of the shower, preparing all meals, laundry, grocery shopping, with errands, drop off and pickup prescriptions. Escort couple to doctors appointments and special events.

HHA/Caregiver

Out Reach Home Care,
01.2005 - 09.2007

This particular client had special needs. She was Bed-ridden she required a lot of attention and lifting. I assistd with all ADL's and doctors appointments, meals preparation

Education

No - No

James H. Hamliton H.S.
Milwaukee, WI

Skills

  • Emotional Support
  • Compassionate Caregiving
  • Vital Signs Monitoring
  • Personal Hygiene Assistance
  • Documentation Proficiency
  • Meal Preparation
  • Communication Abilities
  • Ambulation Assistance
  • Recreational Activities
  • Laundry Services
  • Infection control
  • Dressing and grooming
  • Team collaboration
  • Problem-solving aptitude
  • Transfer techniques
  • Organizational skills
  • Cognitive stimulation
  • Range of motion exercises
  • Time management
  • Transportation provision
  • Fall prevention
  • Progress Documentation
  • Patient Transportation
  • Client Documentation

Additional Information

Hi, I , Collette Kennedy have received various certificates from employers. The certificates was outstanding performance, appreciation, recognition and employee of the month throughout my years of service. Thank you!

Timeline

HHA/Caregiver

Brightstar Healthcare Agency
08.2021 - Current

Caregiver Attendant

Freedom Homecare, Inc.
04.2017 - 01.2021

Caregiver

Comfort Keepers
04.2016 - 05.2020

HHA/Caregiver

Private Care
09.2008 - 01.2016

HHA/Caregiver

Out Reach Home Care,
01.2005 - 09.2007

No - No

James H. Hamliton H.S.

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