Caregiver: Weini B.
Employer: A Hire Source Home Care
Location: San Rafael, CA
Inspiration for this Nomination:
Weini has made a huge and very positive difference in Jane's life over the last year. When Weini started, Jane was upset, unhappy, combative. She was going through a difficult transition from complete independence to being cared for in her home. Weini came in and put her at ease. Weini made recommendations for changes to the house that greatly increased safety and comfort for Jane. She started preparing high fiber/low fat foods to replace the junk food Jane had been eating. Weini suggested to the family that Jane's doctors review her medications -- something that hadn't been done for years! Jane is now taking fewer medications and is much calmer. Jane's children are grateful to have a caregiver who is as experienced and knowledgeable as Weini in charge. We are grateful to have someone who really goes the extra mile with our client, looking at safety, maintaining the home beyond housekeeping, supervising the contractors who install locks, alarms, ramps and remove hazards like the old hot tub, planning, shopping for and preparing nutritious and tasty meals. We feel lucky to have found Weini and blessed to have her caring for our clients.
Caregiver's Best Skills and Attributes:
Weini's ability to see the whole picture and to approach the situation from a perspective of whole health for the client is invaluable. She is able to prioritize responsibilities and has tremendous follow-through so when she sees something that should be fixed, she gets it fixed! Her suggestions about home safety were very valuable. Her implementation of dietary changes have also helped our client maintain regular bowels without drugs. Weini is a licensed LVN although not using her license as a caregiver. This does give her more experience, however, when there have been medical issues. She suspected a UTI and took Jane to see the doctor where it was diagnosed.
Feedback About This Caregiver:
Jane used to complain constantly about her caregivers -- that's why we were called -- the family didn't know where to turn for care. In the beginning, Jane was still grumpy and combative, but soon she and Weini became close friends. Now, when I visit, Jane smiles and jokes with Weini. Jane's daughters love Weini and tell me all the time that she has been a gift from heaven. Weini has become a member of the family.
More About This Caregiver:
Weini lives in and works with our client 6 days a week. She always takes the time to carefully orient the relief caregivers. She has also helped the family choose which safety measures to take and which modifications to make based on her experience with dementia clients. Reducing the sources of conflict have greatly improved Jane's disposition and added significantly to her peace of mind.
Because Weini has been such a superstar caregiver, my clients think we are a great agency. Her success adds to our success. I wish we had 20 more just like Weini!
Read More Stories | Find Home Care | Hire This Company: A Hire Source Home CareI am Jane's daughter, from the story above, and I just want to say that Weini is invaluable. She truly is a gift from Heaven. She has made such a difference in my mother's life and in my family's. Because of Weini, my sisters and I feel comfortable and safe knowing that Mom is in good hands. We trust Weini and we rely on her extensively. Weini is extremely caring, loving and honest. She is compassionate. She is also smart. Her knowledge and experience has enabled my Mom to get healthier and happier. I cannot say enough wonderful things about Weini. She is a remarkable, unique and strong human being. I admire her greatly. She defines humanity.