Private Employ-David Cole Esq.for Mother Peggy Cole/Darling 96 years old Date of hire from 12-31-2022 to time of passing 10-10-2023
Caregiver
2 Years 3 Months
Guardian Home Care | 11.2023 - 02.2026
Employed by Guardian Home Care for Geraldine Bartenstein from 11-10-23 to 2-18-26 Time of death.
Assisted clients with daily living activities to enhance comfort and independence.
Monitored client health and reported changes to healthcare professionals promptly.
Developed individualized care plans in collaboration with medical staff and family members.
Caregiver
11 Years 4 Months
Alternative Care | 08.2011 - 12.2022
Alternative Care: 8-29-2011 to 12-31-2022 retained present client- self emp.
Transitioned to caregiving role to care for Peggy Cole/ Darling until time of passing. Duties included all care 40 hours a week until time of passing.
Caregiver to Seniors: (1 Achievement) Continued to care for all three of clients when Alternative care closed, until present when Provided care until clients' passing.12 years as an In Home Caregiver Thru Alternative care, an additional 15 years as a family caregiver to 3 elders in family, heart related, Demential/ Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and Diabetes care. Included all personal care, bathing, Lt housekeeping, med reminders transportation to and from Dr', office. I have a current First Aide & CPR certificate. Certification in the state of California to work in home as a caregiver, also background checked. Current TB test, car, and insurance. All care provided so a senior my live and pass at home. Also have worked with Hospice Delivered compassionate end-of-life support (3 Times). Also did shopping for groceries, prescriptions, and personal items as needed.
Achievements: End of life care for my last three clients for 11 years. Passed at home as per Their wishes with Hospice and in home care.
In Home Care Giver
12 Years 4 Months
Alternative Care | 08.2010 - 12.2022
Delivered compassionate support for daily living activities to enhance client comfort and well-being.
Assisted clients with personal hygiene routines, promoting dignity and self-sufficiency.
Administered medication as prescribed, ensuring compliance and safety in care protocols.
Developed individualized care plans based on client needs, fostering tailored support strategies.
Owner/Manager
33 Years 11 Months
Gerry's Custom Haircutting | 07.1982 - 06.2016
Gerry's Custom Haircutting: Owner/Manager 7-30-1982 to 6-30-2016. Sold.
Operated scheduling and appointment systems to manage client flow efficiently.
Developed customized haircutting techniques tailored to individual client preferences.
Maintained high standards of cleanliness and organization in salon environment.
Manager/Buyer (2 Shops) History
9 Years 10 Months
Rio Bravo Resort Shop | 07.1980 - 05.1990
Qualified Manager offering 33 years’ experience in management in retail sales encompassing budget development, inventory control, purchasing for sales, personnel supervision, creative design, and remodeling. Additional Skills: Computer Literate, 10 key by touch: type at least 45 words per min.
Purchased all equipment and clothing, hired and trained sales personnel, managed inventory control, and designed artwork for logo items and displays. I was given the opportunity to develop the Rio Bravo Golf Shop including proposing an initial budget for fixtures, equipment, clothing, furnishings and supplies. Setup inventory system and pricing system as well as the interior decorating of the shop. I personally managed the shop and trained Tennis Pro to take over as I was also full-time manager of the Tennis Shop at the same time.
In addition to my responsibilities as manager of the Tennis Pro Shop, I was also assigned the position of supervising the reception desk and cashier. The reception desk was the central area for all incoming calls regarding the dining reservations, present and upcoming events info about the Resort andreferring calls to other departments. The receptionist/cashier was a multi-duty position. They were responsible for dividing their time as a receptionist, cashier and sometimes hostess. I compiled extensive procedure manuals which enabled them to promptly review a procedure. This manual elaborated on all the facets of the resort’s facilities.
Education
Humboldt State University
Courses completed included Basic Art and Drawing, Advanced Art, Watercolor, Perspective Drawing, Advanced Lettering and Pen and Ink.
Bakersfield College
Interior Design, Basic Drawing, Advanced Drawing Perspective Drawing, Graphic Design Both Class 1 & 2
Skills
Elderly care
Patient care
Personal hygiene assistance
Daily living assistance
Meal preparation
Basic housekeeping
Home maintenance
Time management
Light housekeeping
Dependability
Safety monitoring
Emotional support
Strong ethics
Respectful and compassionate
Accomplishments
Alzheimer's, high blood pressure, Diabetes * 8 years. To the end with late husband.