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Bernice Dunbar

Red Oak,TX

Summary

Compassionate caregiver with extensive experience at The Key, specializing in Alzheimer's and dementia care. Proven ability to enhance client independence through personalized support and emotional empathy. Skilled in meal preparation and maintaining hygiene, fostering a safe and nurturing environment that promotes overall well-being. Committed to delivering exceptional care and companionship.

Overview

2024
2024
years of professional experience

Work History

Live in Caregiver

The Key Formerly Home Care Assistance of Rockwall
  • Maintained clean and safe living environments through housekeeping tasks including laundry, cleaning, and organizing items.
  • Enhanced nutritional intake by preparing healthy meals tailored to dietary restrictions and preferences.
  • Promoted physical and mental health by engaging clients in suitable exercises and recreational activities.
  • Provided companionship through shared activities such as watching TV and conversing.
  • Assisted with personal care tasks including grooming, dressing, and changing bed linens.
  • Performed regular laundry duties to ensure cleanliness and hygiene of clothing and linens.
  • Facilitated mobility by safely transferring clients as needed during daily activities.
  • Conducted thorough vacuuming to maintain a tidy living space.

Caregiver

Legacy Home Health Care
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
  • Contributed to a positive atmosphere for patients by using effective communication and active listening skills.

TA Stocker

Walmart
06.2020 - 06.2023

Unloaded pallets and stocked merchandise across clothing, toy, and sporting goods departments.

Maintained cleanliness and organization of work area to enhance operational efficiency.

Assisted in loading pallets to support timely product availability.

Adapted to various roles as needed to ensure seamless store operations.

Caregiver/Live in

The Key Formerly Home Care Assistance of Rockwall
07.2020 - 07.2022
  • Enhanced client independence and quality of life through support with daily living activities.
  • Executed light housekeeping to maintain cleanliness while honoring personal space.
  • Managed laundry, errands, and weekly grocery shopping to fulfill client requirements.
  • Guided clients in dressing, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.

Caregiver

MeCare Home Health Care
06.2017 - 06.2020

Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate care, addressing needs and preferences.

Assisted with feeding, monitoring intake to achieve nutritional objectives.

Provided emotional support, fostering trust and strong relationships with patients and families.

Maintained clean personal areas, prepared healthy meals supporting client nutrition.

Changed bedsheets and clothes to ensure hygiene and comfort.

Ran errands to meet daily requirements of clients efficiently.

Executed vacuuming tasks to maintain tidy living spaces for clients.

Facilitated patient transfers, ensuring safety and care.

Education

GED/1979

South Oak Cliff High School
Dallas, TX
05.1975

Skills

  • Alzheimer's and dementia care
  • Personal care assistance
  • Bathing and grooming support
  • Meal preparation and nutrition
  • Client transportation and safety compliance
  • Housekeeping and hygiene duties
  • Emotional support and empathy
  • Clear communication skills
  • Transfer and toileting assistance

Timeline

Caregiver/Live in

The Key Formerly Home Care Assistance of Rockwall
07.2020 - 07.2022

TA Stocker

Walmart
06.2020 - 06.2023

Caregiver

MeCare Home Health Care
06.2017 - 06.2020

Live in Caregiver

The Key Formerly Home Care Assistance of Rockwall

Caregiver

Legacy Home Health Care

GED/1979

South Oak Cliff High School