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Brenda Armstrong

Chicago,IL

Summary

Caregiver with extensive experience in daily living assistance and effective problem-solving. Proven ability to manage time efficiently while enhancing client well-being through supportive companionship. Focused on maintaining a safe and positive living environment with meticulous attention to detail.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Caregiver

Entera Healthcare
Chicago, Illinois
07.2025 - Current
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal hygiene needs.
  • Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance client well-being.
  • Administered medication according to prescribed schedules and guidelines.
  • Maintained a clean and safe environment through regular housekeeping tasks.
  • Communicated effectively with family members regarding client needs and concerns.
  • Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
  • Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
  • Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
  • Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
  • Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
  • Provided companionship for elderly clients by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities.
  • Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
  • Respected the rights of each individual client while maintaining confidentiality of all personal information.
  • Helped maintain the safety of the client's environment by removing hazards such as rugs or furniture that could cause falls.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and standards governing home health care services.
  • Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
  • Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
  • Maintained detailed records of services performed on clients.

Caregiver

Cathy Manuel
Chicago, Illinois
03.2023 - 07.2025
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal hygiene needs.
  • Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance client well-being.
  • Administered medication according to prescribed schedules and guidelines.
  • Maintained a clean and safe environment through regular housekeeping tasks.
  • Communicated effectively with family members regarding client needs and concerns.
  • Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
  • Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
  • Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
  • Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
  • Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
  • Provided companionship for elderly clients by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities.
  • Encouraged independence while promoting self-care skills such as bathing, grooming and toileting needs.
  • Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
  • Respected the rights of each individual client while maintaining confidentiality of all personal information.
  • Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
  • Provided emotional support for clients who were experiencing depression or anxiety due to their illness or disability.
  • Encouraged residents to participate in activities of daily living to enhance personal dignity.
  • Administered prescribed medications on a timely basis following care plan instructions.
  • Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
  • Created safe and positive living situations for clients by communicating with family and other staff about concerns or challenges.
  • Observed changes in behavior or physical condition that may require medical attention and reported them promptly to supervisor.
  • Helped maintain the safety of the client's environment by removing hazards such as rugs or furniture that could cause falls.
  • Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
  • Maintained accurate records of services provided, changes in client condition, medications administered and other pertinent information.
  • Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and standards governing home health care services.
  • Educated families about available resources for home health care services in the local community.
  • Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
  • Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
  • Helped clients get in and out of beds and wheelchairs.
  • Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
  • Monitored health and well-being of clients and reported significant health changes.
  • Helped clients communicate with loved ones by typing written messages and relaying verbal messages.

Education

GED -

Lewis And Clark High School
Spokane, WA
04-2009

Skills


  • Problem solving
  • Time management
  • Trust building
  • Attention to detail
  • Compassionate communication
  • Daily living assistance
  • Meal preparation
  • Housekeeping
  • Supportive companionship
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Relationship building
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Dependable and responsible
  • Flexible schedule and availability
  • Dementia care
  • Basic housekeeping
  • Daily living support
  • Family communication

Certification

Certified through the VA as a caregiver

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Caregiver

Entera Healthcare
07.2025 - Current

Caregiver

Cathy Manuel
03.2023 - 07.2025

GED -

Lewis And Clark High School

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