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Shari E

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I need flexible hours, so that I can still care for my own children.
Olathe, Kansas
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Elder Care in Olathe, Kansas

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I am a loving and compassionate mom, daughter, sister, and friend! I am on disability for fibromyalgia and migraines, so I can't work a lot of hours anymore - or do heavy lifting, bending, etc. When I was in college, I cared for an 86-year-old lady (overnights) in her home. I did light dusting and a tiny bit of cooking; but, mostly, I read aloud to her - and was her tv-watching companion. I was also the person who ensured that her doors were shut and locked; she took her medications each evening; and she stayed hydrated. I helped her get into her pj's - and I slept in the room next to hers...just in case she wanted a drink; a trip to the restroom; and/or needed help from 911. When I was in college, I also worked (overnights) at a facility for severely physically and emotionally challenged adults. It was more intense. I had to lift clients; clean-up their messes; change their linens; give them showers; help them get dressed; and sometimes had to feed them. I never had time to sleep...or even rest. For several years, I taught autistic students 1:1 in the school settings. More recently, I drove a school bus for just-about 10 years. I had the same route: special needs pre-schoolers. I also drove a lot of extra routes for the middle school and high school levels. It was a wonderful job, because I still touched the lives of many kids...and even taught them rules of the bus; how to get along with others; good manners; safety tips; and singing...without all of the daily lesson planning, of a classroom teacher. What I am seeking now, is a part-time job that pays as much as possible while not working long shifts - and has flexible scheduling hours, because I have two precious children for whom I love, care, and protect. I am looking for the type of job called "elder sitter" so that I can provide fun, compassionate companionship for someone. I want to be able to provide the same level of respect that I [hope to] receive...now, and as an elderly woman. Thank-You for your time!

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