Claire L

I’m new to working as a PA, prompted by my experience of supporting an older, disabled family member. I know the difference practical day-to-day help and creative problem-solving make in her life and would like to offer the same support to other people.

Although I’m open to all opportunities, I’d particularly enjoy working with older clients who are looking for an element of companionship as well as practical help at home and to get out and about. I would offer the same respectful, patient, discrete and reliable approach that I want for my own family member.

Before I started my family, I spent many years working in communications within a health charity, campaigning for access to specialised healthcare and on social and consumer affairs issues affecting disabled people. I worked closely with young disabled people affected by both visible and invisible disabilities and families affected by life-limiting health conditions in a position of trust, gaining insight into a wide range of challenging circumstances.

I’m committed to professional development and want to take up all relevant training opportunities to improve my care, alongside my work.

My interests are broad; I love learning new things, particularly about the history of places and people, as well as wildlife and the environment. I really enjoy meeting new people. Above all, I am a very family-orientated person and love nothing more than spending time out and about with my two young daughters and husband.