Location: St. Louis
Years Experience: 36
Type: Caregiver
Languages: English
Certifications: Hospice Care
Tendai C
PROFESSIONAL CAREGIVER
Meet Tendai, an exceptionally experienced caregiver with a remarkable background and a heartfelt commitment to her clients' well-being. With over 35 years of caregiving experience, Tendai's expertise is a testament to her dedication and passion for the field.
In the UK, Tendai pursued a degree in psychology and sociology, achieving high honors, which demonstrates her commitment to understanding the human psyche and social dynamics. Her diverse career journey has seen her serve as an auxiliary nurse and librarian, where she undoubtedly honed her skills in empathy, attention to detail, and organization.
Tendai's approach to caregiving is characterized by her unwavering dedication to building deep, meaningful relationships with her clients. Her aspiration to advance in the caregiving field and become a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) showcases her continuous pursuit of excellence.
Her qualities of empathy, love, and care shine through in her work, making her an invaluable caregiver. Tendai possesses extensive experience in caring for individuals with dementia, Parkinson's disease, and mobility impairments, as well as providing hospice care. She is well-versed in catheter care, post-hospital support, and assisting with bathing and showering, ensuring comprehensive care for her clients.
Outside of her caregiving duties, Tendai enjoys reading, attending church, and cherishing moments with her family. These activities reflect her balanced and grounded approach to life, which seamlessly integrates with her caregiving style – compassionate, attentive, and dedicated to the well-being of those she serves. Tendai is a shining example of a caregiver who goes above and beyond to make a positive difference in the lives of her clients.
Qualifications
- Have paid caregiving experience or a CNA, PCA, LPN, or RN
- Be age 21 or older
- Pass a comprehensive background check, drug test, and reference check
- Pass PHC’s skills & knowledge assessment
- Have a good driving record and an insured vehicle
- Basic English speaking, reading, and writing skills
- Current TB immunization
Services our Caregivers Provide
Medication Management
Timely cues to take the right medication at the right time.
Companionship
A conversation, sharing stories, a walk in the park, a cup of coffee in the morning, a bond. Caregivers listen, learn, and are good company.
Personal Care
Assisting with dressing, bathing, and daily hygiene. Our skill-assessed caregivers are ready to help.
Light Housekeeping
Doing laundry or dishes, tidying around the house, taking out the garbage, and many other house chores are a part of our daily duties.
Meal Prep/Groceries
Planning and preparing healthy meals, following an old family recipe, and trips to the grocery store.
Transportation
Whether it’s to a doctor’s appointment or to a loved one’s home, caregivers can always provide a ride.
Daily Exercise
We help clients lead an active lifestyle by following an exercise plan or simply encouraging physical activity.
Social Outings & Routine
We help clients live life to the fullest by supporting daily routines and planning indoor and outdoor activities.
Join Private Home Care and be a part of an exceptional team of caregivers.
We highly value and respect our team of professional Caregivers, and that’s why we have higher job satisfaction and lower turnover. When you join PHC, you join a team of professionals that are skilled, knowledgeable, and passionate about serving others and providing the best care.