Maribel Valdivia
El Monte,CA
Summary
Dedicated caregiver with a proven track record of enhancing resident well-being at Visiting Angels Home Care through compassionate care and effective time management. Excelled in engaging clients in activities that promote cognitive health and emotional support, achieving increased resident satisfaction. Skilled in elderly care and multitasking, adept at creating a safe and nurturing environment for all.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver
Visiting Angels Home Care
03.2020 - Current
- 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.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
Activities Assistance
Brookdale
04.2016 - 04.2020
- Supported emotional well-being of residents with personalized one-on-one interactions and attentive care during activities.
- Enhanced resident engagement by organizing and leading diverse activities such as arts, crafts, games, and outings.
- Promoted cognitive health by designing mentally stimulating activities such as trivia games, puzzles, and memory exercises.
- Planned, coordinated, and implemented activities to address needs of participants with varying abilities.
- Managed inventory of activity supplies, ensuring adequate materials were available for planned events while adhering to budget constraints.
- Assisted in training new staff members on proper procedures for conducting activities while maintaining a safe environment for residents.
Activities Assistant
Sanata Teresita
09.2008 - 03.2012
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations during all activities, minimizing risk of injury to participants.
- Assisted with physical therapy exercises to help residents regain strength and mobility.
- Planned and prepared meals to supply residents with nutritious and appealing meals.
- Developed monthly newsletter to keep families informed and engaged with their loved ones' activities.
- Boosted community involvement, establishing volunteer programs with local schools and organizations.
- Enhanced residents' social engagement by organizing and leading daily recreational activities.
- Increased resident satisfaction, meticulously planning activities that catered to wide range of interests.
Education
High School Diploma - General Studies
El Monte High
El Monte 06.1986
Skills
- Respectful and compassionate
- Time management
- Elderly care
- Problem-solving
- Patient care
- Daily living assistance
- Multitasking and organization
- Basic housekeeping
- Housekeeping
- Housekeeping tasks
- Compassionate care
- Flexible schedule
- Alzheimer's care
- Mobility assistance
Timeline
Caregiver
Visiting Angels Home Care
03.2020 - Current
Activities Assistance
Brookdale
04.2016 - 04.2020
Activities Assistant
Sanata Teresita
09.2008 - 03.2012
High School Diploma - General Studies
El Monte High
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