Elder Care in Mission, British Columbia

Please allow me to introduce myself: My name is Theresa Janzen – a 37 year old woman who is consistently described as fun, out-going, responsible, and organized. I love the outdoors, music, dogs and learning new things, just to name a few. I especially enjoy connecting with people in a way that is unique to ‘who’ they are and helping them through the different tasks or opportunities that they encounter. Practically speaking, I have my own vehicle, a clean drivers’ abstract, current Emergency First Aid (expires Oct. 2013), Basic Food Safe (2009), and am comfortable with running errands, cooking and cleaning. My professional background includes employment with: KDSCL (Kelowna District & Society for Community Living) as a Relief Day Support Worker where I supported developmentally challenged individuals in a variety of activities within community and private settings; and Communitas Supportive Care Society (Abbotsford, BC) as Facilitator of the Brain Injury Drop-In program where my main responsibilities were planning weekly activities and fostering an environment where people felt included and safe enough to contribute ‘who’ they were to those around them. While facilitating the Brain-Injury program, I was also employed in other areas of the organization including supporting clients with personal care, participation in various activities, and assistance in planning daily activities. I would greatly appreciate the opportunity to meet with you and discuss the possibility of my serving your family. Thank you for your consideration! Theresa :) 1) Group Home Caregiver - prepared meals, supported client activity within home and the community, administered medication, performed personal care and bathing 2) Day Program Support Worker - assisted seniors with dementia within program activities, within the centre and the community, administered medication, assisted with feeding. 3) Brain Injury Drop-In Facilitator - prepared for weekly meals, co-planned activities with participants