HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN A CAREGIVER?
I’ve been a caregiver for 2 years.
WHAT MOTIVATED YOU TO BECOME A CAREGIVER?
I’ve always enjoyed working with people. I took care of my mom while she was on hospice and that’s when I realized I wanted to continue to help others.
WHAT ASPECT OF YOUR JOB ARE YOU MOST PASSIONATE ABOUT?
Meeting my client where they are at without judgment. I love that I get to play a supportive role in someone's life as a caregiver. It's an honor to learn more about my clients especially when they share fun and interesting stories about their lives.
HOW ARE YOU MAKING THINGS MORE POSSIBLE FOR YOUR BRIGHTSTAR CLIENTS?
Empowering my client to maintain their independence as I support them day to day. I’ve made sure to learn my client’s routines and anticipate their needs. It has helped build trust and deepened the caregiver client relationship.
WHAT ADVICE DO YOU HAVE FOR OTHER CAREGIVERS?
Caregiving is a very rewarding career. Keep the lines of communication open with the person you are caring for. It's important to understand their needs, preferences, and concerns. My advice is, don't hesitate to reach out for help and support when needed. Your well-being as a caregiver is important! Taking care of yourself enables you to provide the best care possible to those you are assisting.
TELL US YOUR FAVORITE CAREGIVING MOMENT/STORY
Seeing my client adopt a dog! Watching my client bond with their new pet has been such a joy to watch. It’s brought them so much happiness and has been very healing.Every day has favorite moments within my time with the client.
HOW DO YOU RE-ENERGIZE?
Hiking on the weekends with my husband and cuddling up with my 2 year old Rottweiler, Roxy.
A FEW WORDS ABOUT STEPHANIE FROM AN APPRECIATIVE CLIENT:
Client Marty: "We have been with BrightStar Care for the past seven years. My wife has been paralyzed (Hemiplegia) for over 42 years from an auto accident. The caregivers over the past seven years have been very good. Our current caregiver Caitlyn has been exceptional over the past eight months. Caitlyn works four days a week with setting up food for lunches, helping my wife take showers, and keeping the kitchen and family room clean. On Wednesdays, she washes all bedsheets and laundry. The staff at BrightStar is extremely helpful and responsive. I have requested last-minute caregiving on occasion, and the team scrambles to get it done. I highly recommend BrightStar Care."
