Our Caregivers
Aleshia
Personal Care Aide
I have 10 years of caregiving experience focused mainly with children. I have worked with clients who have Dementia/Alzheimer’s Disease, Parkinson’s Disease, and all types of catheter care. I love being a Caregiver because I change lives every day! I love helping others when they cannot help themselves or if they do not have family to assist them. I love being that smiling face my clients count on every day.
Alicia
I have been a caregiver for 7 years mainly with children my first 6 years. I would love to continue to provide childcare for families. I do have experience with Dementia/Alzheimer’s Disease, Parkinson’s Disease, and ALS/Lou Gehrig’s Disease. In my free time, I enjoy gardening, cooking, and playing video games. I love being a caregiver because I am able to connect with a client and improve their quality of life. Knowing that I am making a positive impact of someone is the only motivation I need to continue to love what I do.
Annie – Employee of the Month, April 2021
I have been with BrightStar Care since August of 2020. I have experience with Dementia/Alzheimer’s Disease, Catheter care and Stoma care. Being a caregiver brings me a feeling of happiness knowing I am helping others.
April A.
Personal Care Aide - Nursing Assistant Certification
I live in the Washington, DC area. I have over 15 years of caregiving experience with 10 years in childcare. I would love to continue caring for children. However, I am very familiar with Dementia/Alzheimer’s Disease care. When I am not caring for others, my hobbies and activities include singing, dancing, and braiding hair. Caregiving has been a passion of mine from a young age. I love people of all ages. It keeps me happy and brings me a sense of purpose.
April M.
I have been a caregiver for 11 years mostly caring for Dementia clients. I do have an additional 10 years of child care experience. On my days off, I enjoy cooking, doing crossword puzzles, reading, and cleaning. I love being a caregiver because I love seeing my clients improve when they are given the attention they need. Seeing their smiling faces when they think or believe they can do anything. Clients make me happy!
Asha
Certified Nurses Assistant
I have been a caregiver for over 20 years including 10 years in the childcare industry. I have worked with clients who have Alzheimer's/Dementia Disease and Parkinson's Disease. I also have experience with all Catheter bag and Ostomy needs. I love being a caregiver because I am patient with people and treat them the way I want to be treated.
Belinda, 2020 Southeast Region Caregiver of the Year
Certified Nurses Assistant
I have been a CNA for 14 years. I have work experience with Alzheimer's/Dementia Disease, Parkinson's Disease, ALS/Lou Gehrig's Disease. I love being a caregiver because I like to help people. Each client has different needs, but they all need help. I feel so happy after clients receive help and show their appreciation. My daily care goals is to keep them healthy, happy and company. Their smile would keep me being a caregiver.
Britney - Employee of the Month - December 2022
I have been a caregiver for 3 years. I have experience working with clients who have Dementia/Alzheimer’s Disease and Parkinson’s Disease. I also care for clients under hospice care, bedbound care, catheter, and stoma care. When I am not caring for others, I enjoy bowling, watching funny TikTok videos and I am obsessed with dogs. My hero is my mom who is the bravest, most hardworking person I know. I enjoy assisting people in one-on-one interaction. Helping others gives me a heartwarming feeling.
Cheryl
Personal Care Aide
I have been a caregiver for 14 years. I have experience with Dementia/Alzheimer’s Disease, Parkinson’s Disease, and ALS/Lou Gehrig’s Disease. I also can provide Stoma care and all types of Catheter care. My hobbies include walking in the park, cooking, riding my bike, and reading. I love being a caregiver because I like taking care of people who need care and individuals who cannot take care of themselves.
Constance
I have been a caregiver for 6 years in addition to over 10 years of experience in childcare. Many of my clients have Dementia/Alzheimer’s Disease, and Parkinson’s Disease. I am willing to provide childcare. I understand Stoma care and all types of Catheter care. I enjoy reading and listening to clients tell their life stories.
Consoella - Employee of the Month - July 2021
Personal Care AideaI have been a caregiver with BrightStar Care since summer of 2020. I have experience working with clients who have Dementia/Alzheimer’s Disease, Parkinson’s Disease, require bedbound care, and catheter care, and stoma care. I am willing to provide childcare. When I am not caring for others, I enjoy reading, shopping and spending time with my family and friends.
Donna
I have experience working with Dementia/Alzheimer’s Disease, Parkinson’s Disease, ALS/Lou Gehrig’s Disease. I am also knowledgeable on bedbound care, catheter care and stoma care. I can provide care to clients of all ages. When I am not caring for others, my hobbies and interests include reading, and spending time with family and friends. I love being a caregiver because I have always enjoyed helping others. I like listening to seniors share their life stories and learn from the lessons they pass on.
Elizabeth
Certified Nurses Assistant
I became a caregiver after college and have been for 3 years. Helping mainly Dementia/Alzheimer’s Disease clients. I do have childcare experience. My hobbies include cooking, reading, and shopping. I love being a caregiver because I believe I was born to care for people. I am a very compassionate and down to earth person. I love bringing smiles to people’s faces and making a difference in their lives.
Fatmata
I became a caregiver I love to care for people. I have worked with clients who have Dementia/Alzheimer’s disease and Parkinson’s disease. I also provide hospice care, and bedbound care, catheter care and stoma care. My proudest accomplishment is my daughter. When not caring for others, I enjoy spending time with my family.
Gina
I have over 25 years of caregiving experience in helping clients with Alzheimer’s/Dementia Disease, Parkinson’s Disease, and ALS/Lou Gehrig’s Disease. Plus, all Catheter bag needs. I love being a caregiver because I like to help residents and clients. I like very much to listen and talk about their adventures in their lives. They like someone to hear their stories or memories that they had and have been through. Listening to their experiences, their memories, when they were kids or when they got married, sharing about their lives to me is what makes a caregiver/client relationship.
Giovanna
I became a caregiver because I had a grandfather who lived alone. When he developed health issues, I was the one to take care of him. What I like most about being a caregiver is seeing a client’s face when they are excited to see you. I have experience working with client’s who have Dementia/Alzheimer’s disease as well as providing bedbound care. When not caring for others, I enjoy reading and spending time with my family.
Godwin, Employee of the Month - February 2022
Certified Nurses Assistant
Congratulations, Godwin on being selected as BrightStar Care of Fairfax’s Employee of the Month for February! We are so happy to have you back with us. We also want to recognize your loyalty to your client care and thank you for your willingness to stay with them during a weekend emergency. We appreciate you to the fullest. Thank you Godwin — you are definitely a valuable member of our BrightStar Care team — we appreciate all you do!
"Thank you for your support! I look forward to providing the quality care desired by our esteemed clients. Once again thank you so much for this great recognition."
Guli, Employee of the Month - June & December 2020
Personal Care Aide
I have been a caregiver for 4 years but have more than 31 years of childcare experience. I am certified to help with clients who have Dementia/Alzheimer’s Disease, Parkinson’s Disease, ALS/Lou Gehrig’s Disease, Ostomy Care and all forms of Catheter care. I love being a caregiver because I can help people. I talk with them and we get to know each other. Many clients are just like my parents. I love them all. I am glad that work at BrightStar Care. I am proud of what I do.
Hadja
Personal Care Aide
I currently live in Oxon Hill, Md. I have been a caregiver for 3 years. I am experienced with Dementia/Alzheimer’s Disease, Parkinson’s Disease, ALS/Lou Gehrig’s Disease, along with all types of Catheter care and Stoma care. I am willing to provide childcare. On my days off, I like to reading, write and being at home. I love being able to help older adults during the times they need assistance. I enjoy talking and keeping them company.
Haregeweyn
Personal Care Aide
I have been caregiver for 5 years. I am willing to provide childcare. On my days off I enjoy playing with my dog.
Jessica
I have been a caregiver for 2 years with experience helping clients who have Dementia/Alzheimer’s Disease, Parkinson’s Disease, ALS/ Lou Gehrig’s Disease. I am knowledgeable in Ostomy care and all aspects of catheter care. A few of my hobbies include cooking and reading. I love being a caregiver because I care about helping others, especially the elderly.
Kathy
Certified Nurses Assistant
I live in Falls Church, Va. I have been a caregiver for 5 years. I am experienced with Dementia/Alzheimer’s Disease, Parkinson’s Disease, and types of Catheter care, and Stoma care. In my free time, I enjoy being with my family, watching motives, and cooking. I love being a caregiver because I am compassionate and love helping people.
Khalina
I am new to home health care, but I do have a year of caregiving experience. My background is primarily in childcare having worked for over 3 years in that industry. I am looking forward to providing continued care of kids. In my free time, I enjoy reading, coding, yoga, spending time in nature, and learning new things.
Larissa
I became a caregiver because I enjoy taking care of others. It makes me feel good knowing I have helped improve a person’s well-being. Learning and creating a bond with clients is what I like most about what I do. I have experience working with clients who have Dementia/Alzheimer’s Disease, Parkinson’s Disease, and hospice care as well as clients who are bedbound care, require catheter care, and stoma care. My proudest accomplishment is getting my associates degree. When not caring for others, I enjoy exercising, and reading.
Lisha, Employee of the Month – June 2021
Personal Care Aide
I have over 22 years of caregiving experience. I understan many areas of care, including Dementia/Alzheimer's Disease, Parkinson's Disease, ALS/Lou Gehrigh's Disease and all types of Catheter and Stoma care. I love doing activites with the elderly and listening to them reminiscing about the past. I love what I do!
Margaret
Personal Care Aide
I currently live in Woodbridge, Va. I have been a caregiver for 7 years. I am experienced with Dementia/Alzheimer’s Disease, Parkinson’s Disease, and all types of Catheter care. I am willing to provide childcare. When I am not caring for others, I enjoy cooking and watching TV. I love being a caregiver because I get to know people of diverse backgrounds and ethics.
Mary Catherine, Employee of the Month - September 2020
I love being able to give the kind of care to people I would have wanted my parents to have had. I enjoy talking to people, keeping them company, helping them while allowing them to have dignity.
Micaela
Certified Nurses Assistant
I have been a caregiver for 2 years. I have experience in both childcare, senior care, and many types of healthcare issues. I have had clients with Alzheimer’s Disease/Dementia, Parkinson’s Disease, ALS/Lou Gehrig’s Disease, Ostomy or Stoma Care and all types of catheter care. I love being a nurse because it is a job where I have the opportunity to meet so many people from all different backgrounds. Every day I go into work, I feel useful because in some way I know I am making a difference in someone's life. It is a job that motivates me to grow and to be a better person and for that I am forever grateful.
Mohammed “Mike”
Personal Care Aide
Mike has been a caregiver for 2 years. He is knowledgeable in all types of Catheter care and Stoma care.
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Nathalie - Employee of the Month - September 2022
We are so happy to have you back with us. We are appreciative of the not only providing quality care to your client's but nurturing them as well, especially our hospice clients. You are always willing to help even with a last minute request.
Thank you for all you do! You truly are one of our brightest stars.
Pamela
Certified Nurses Assistant
I have been a caregiver for 13 years. I have experience with Dementia/Alzheimer's Disease, Parkinson's Disease, ALS/Lou Gehrig's Disease, Stoma care and all types of Catheter care. When not caring for others, I enjoy reading, gardening, dancing, and exercise. I love being a caregiver because I love making a difference in someone's life.
Perpetual
I became a caregiver I love to help people. Caring for my clients and making them happy is what I love most about what I do. I have worked with clients who have Dementia/Alzheimer’s disease and Parkinson’s disease. I also provide hospice care, and bedbound care, catheter care and stoma care. When not caring for others, I enjoy long walks and spending time with my family.
Rahel
Certified Nurses Assistant
I have over 10 years of homecare experience and medical assist for a doctor’s office. During the height of the pandemic I worked for a Covid-19 testing clinic for several months before relocating back to Northern VA. I have extensive experience with Dementia, Alzheimer’s, Hospice care, Autism, Stroke and Cancer. I love dogs and cats and am okay with smokers. Rahel is very committed to providing care, she is mature, loving, and caring.
Richard
I became a caregiver because I have compassion and the willingness to provide care for the elderly and children, who are the most vulnerable in our population. I have worked with clients who have Dementia/Alzheimer’s disease and Parkinson’s disease. I also provide bedbound care, catheter care, and stoma care. My proudest accomplishment is completing my LPN program. Caring for Dementia clients is something that brings me great pride. When not caring for others, I enjoy playing soccer and discussing current events.
Sherene
I live in Fairfax, Va. I am new to the home healthcare industry; however, I have 5 years of childcare experience. I would love to care for your child or children. I do have some Dementia/Alzheimer’s Disease care experience. My hobbies and interests include dancing, cross-word puzzles, cooking, and taking walks. I love being a caregiver because it is fulfilling. I feel a sense of pride knowing that I can help others feel better. Also, interacting with elders gives me the opportunity to learn more about people.
Sherrelle
I became a caregiver to help my mom and grandmother. I love helping people and letting them know they are loved. One of my proudest accomplishments is doing for other who cannot do for themselves. I have worked with clients who have Dementia/Alzheimer’s disease and Parkinson’s disease. I also provide hospice care, and bedbound care. When not caring for others, I enjoy running, singing, and being a mom.
Taonga, Employee of the Month – May 2021
Taonga has been a valuable addition to our team since joining us again a couple of months ago. Her willingness to pick up shifts at the last minute and her flexibility in accommodating varing times to see clients, is greatly appreciated. Taonga is the personification of all that nursing is about, with her dedication, care and loving attitude towards her clients. She's definitely a plus and valuable member of our BrightStar Care team.
Tammy
I became a caregiver because I love people and want them to be happy and enjoy life at home. Being a caregiver is a fulfilling job. I like knowing I am making a difference in someone’s life. I have worked with clients who have Dementia/Alzheimer’s disease and Parkinson’s disease. I also provide bedbound care, and catheter care. When not caring for others, I enjoy volunteering, fishing, and spending time with my grandchildern.
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Zoubaidat (Z)
Personal Care Aide
I have been a PCA for one year. My work experience includes clients with Alzheimer’s/Dementia Disease, Parkinson’s Disease and ALS/Lou Gehrig’s Disease. I am also trained with Ostomy care and all Catheter bag care. Being a caregiver is important to me because I love being able to help others. Making patients happy is my goal.
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