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Candance Ballas

Moline,IL

Summary

Compassionate caregiver with a proven track record at Visiting Angels Home Care, enhancing clients' independence and quality of life. Skilled in meal preparation and personal hygiene assistance, I build strong relationships while ensuring a respectful and supportive environment. Dependable and responsible, I excel in time management and problem-solving to meet diverse client needs.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Caregiver

I Cared for My Grandchild
10.2024 - 08.2025
  • Administered shots twice a day for two and a half weeks due to a blood clot. when necessary, maintaining a calm demeanor during emergencies and handling situations effectively.
  • Knowledgeable and learned how to feed through a Gtube, Change a Gtube, and use a kangaroo feeding machine.
  • Prepared healthy foods for child based on optimal dietary guidelines and individual restrictions.
  • Collaborated with parents to develop individualized care plans addressing specific needs of their children.
  • Provided transportation and appointment setting to doctor appointments ensuring punctuality and fulfilling parental requests.
  • Provided emotional support and guidance to children during difficult times.
  • Created and implemented activities to promote speech therapy.
  • Read stories, sang songs and facilitated creative play.
  • Dispensed snacks and meals to children in accordance with nutritional guideline

Caregiver

Visiting Angels Home Care
08.2023 - 10.2024
  • Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Assisted patients with self-administered medications.

Education

GED -

Wisconsin Manitowok
Wisconsin

Skills

  • Respectful and compassionate
  • Time management
  • Elderly care
  • Problem-solving
  • Dependable and responsible
  • Meal preparation
  • Basic housekeeping
  • Personal hygiene assistance
  • Medication administration

Languages

English
Full Professional

Timeline

Caregiver

I Cared for My Grandchild
10.2024 - 08.2025

Caregiver

Visiting Angels Home Care
08.2023 - 10.2024

GED -

Wisconsin Manitowok

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