August 2006
Caregiver Spotlight
Dashi Cora

What made you interested in working as a Caregiver?
I cared for a few of my family members growing up.

How long have you worked for Chicagoland Caregivers?
6 months, and have been with the same hourly client since I started.

What did you do prior to working with Chicagoland Caregivers?
Worked at a few Assisted Living Centers (one of which I still do 1 hourly overnight per week) and a few Nursing Homes.

What do you find most challenging about being a caregiver?
Seeing and realizing that not all clients are going to be able to adjust to their conditions or surroundings.

What do you find most rewarding about being a caregiver?
Listening to clients and hearing about their lives and accomplishments.

What are your interests, when not working?
Cooking, braiding hair, walking and I am currently taking classes for Massage Therapy.

What are your plans for the future?
To travel, one day open up a Massage Therapy business and just help others be health conscious.

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