The Importance of Character and Integrity in Caregiving with Patricia Gouldbourne

ElderCare Insights with Lee Berkowitz

Patricia Gouldbourne is a dedicated and compassionate home health care aide, known for her outstanding service and care for her clients. Originally from Jamaica, Patricia has been volunteering for the elderly since she can remember. Patricia has been a Caregiver since 2005 and currently is a coordinator at Welcome Back Home Care. Patricia is very active with her church, and spends time with family as much as possible.
In this episode of Elder Care Insights, host Lee Berkowitz welcomes Patricia Gouldbourne, an experienced caregiver from Welcome Back Home Care, to share her journey and insights into providing excellent care for the elderly.
Patricia discusses her passion for caregiving, the importance of maintaining dignity and independence for individuals, and the high standards upheld by Welcome Back Home Care in selecting and empowering caregivers.
Listeners gain valuable knowledge about the crucial role caregivers play in the lives of elderly individuals and the commitment of Welcome Back Home Care in delivering top-notch care services.
Connect with Patricia Gouldbourne
Website: www.welcomebackhomecare.com
Phone Number: 561-279-6400
Key Takeaways:

1. Caregivers should preserve elderly dignity and autonomy.
2. Organizations empower caregivers for quality elderly care.
3. Trust and personal engagement are key in elderly care.

Timestamps:
02:55 Grateful for caregiver who helped aging parents.
05:03 First encounter in van leads to success.
07:47 Caregiver gained trust through patience and sarcasm.
10:14 Powerful choices define our autonomy and fear.
15:06 Client relationships are important in home health care.
18:40 Family takes care of family in home healthcare.
20:07 Orientation and individual meetings ensure caregiver selection.
25:41 Great culture, intuition, presence in transportation. Miami Heat success example.

Book a call with Lee Berkowitz: www.welcomebackhomecare.com