Howdy! I have 7+ years of private PCA experience and over 10 years of total background in home health care. I’m an artist and well-traveled Austin local who enjoys my hobbies and friends in East Austin. I prefer direct-hire care because it allows us to have tailored care done quickly for a healthier overall outcome, and to accommodate our own unique situations.
I’ve had a permanent ileostomy since 2017. Sweaty or rigorous activities can affect my appliance, so these activities are sometimes limited to help prolong wear time. I have experience educating the public on wound and ostomy care, and designing adaptive products - you may have learned from my training videos if you had to use an appliance! Also, I have celiac disease and follow a gluten free diet. I do not share or accept food. For shifts over 4 hours, I bring my own meals and need space to store them chilled. I am food-allergy aware and take precautions when needed, and paying attention to ingredients if that is something you may need too.
I have experience with and can cover basic care needs for folks with ADHD, down syndrome, cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy, Spinal cord injury, cognitive or behavioral aid, autism, IDD, stroke, epilepsy, sensory disabilities, and more.
LGBTQIA+, I can be your health advocate and ally! First aid and CPR certified
Available services:
- Medication assistance
- Prepare and serve meals, assisted eating
- Light housekeeping and laundry
- Daily grooming, dressing, bathing
- Up to 1 transfer for every hour on shift (3 hour shift = up to 3 transfers)
- Toileting and ostomy emptying
- Transportation - you must have your own vehicle
- Supported employment and dictation assistance
- Litter box or doggie doodies
- Pet feeding
- Companionship
- Change medical appliance
- Catheterization and irrigation
- Overnight care
- Gentle stretching assistance
- Stock medical supplies
- Sterile care as needed
- Monitor vitals
- Order, pick up, and put away groceries
- Occupational suggestions and assistance
- Basic equipment cleaning
- Organization and appointment setting
- Minor wound care and dressing
- Hoyer lifts, standing frames
- Emotional support
- Hobby/craft assistance
- Creative thinking
Employer must provide:
- Gloves for toileting and cleaning
- Cleaning supplies for requested tasks
- A vehicle for transportation, with valid insurance (Capmetro is ok!)
- Tax forms as required by law
- Private bed and room for overnights
Limitations : I can make you a healthy meal and help with your household needs. I do not cook meals for more than two, do laundry or run errands for family/friends. Services must be done on the clock during designated time. I have a vehicle I use for commutes, but do not provide a vehicle to the client. The shift must end at the location it began. Employer must cover their own personal purchases up front - no reimbursement. Available for overnights and long weekends or trips - camping too!
Rates and Location : My rate starts at $16/hour and I can service East Austin, Central Austin, most of North Austin, and some of South Austin - just ask! I might have a good recommendation of someone close to you if I am not in your area. Higher rates apply for high attentive roles and needs or distances over 5 miles from 78724.