Folagbade Folakemi

Compassionate and dedicated Registered Personal Support Worker (PSW) certified under the HSCPOA with experience supporting seniors, individuals with disabilities, and vulnerable populations in clinical, community, and home settings. Skilled in person-centred care, activities of daily living, medication assistance, documentation, overnight support, housekeeping, and safe lifting and transferring. Experienced working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to promote independence, safety, dignity, and emotional well-being while responding calmly to changing client needs.

Skilled in assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs), safe patient handling, mobility support, and infection prevention. Experienced in caring for individuals with dementia, Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, COPD, and other chronic conditions. Proficient in the safe use of mechanical lifts including Hoyer lifts, sit-to-stand lifts, ceiling lifts, and transfer belts.

Committed to delivering high-quality, person-centered care that promotes dignity, independence, safety, and emotional well-being.

Personal Support Worker at General Hospital (2020-04 – 2022-08)

• Provided personal care including bathing, grooming, feeding, and mobility assistance
• Assisted with safe transfers and repositioning using proper body mechanics
• Developed and implemented individualized care plans
• Collaborated with healthcare professionals and families to ensure holistic care
• Maintained accurate documentation of client progress and daily activities

Personal Support Worker at Golden Age Happy Home Care (2022-11 – 2024-05)

• Supported clients with daily living activities and community integration
• Facilitated recreational activities to enhance engagement and reduce isolation
• Provided emotional support and promoted independence
• Assisted clients with mobility and safe transfers

Personal Support Worker (Volunteer) at Sunnyside Seniors Services (2025-05 – Present)

• Assist with recreational and therapeutic programs for residents
• Provide companionship and emotional support through one-on-one interaction
• Support group activities, outings, and special events
• Assist with meal service, setup, and maintaining a safe environment

Personal Support Worker at ParaMed Home Health Care (2025-05 – Present)

• Assisted clients with personal care, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting
• Supported mobility, transfers, and repositioning using safe body mechanics
• Prepared meals and assisted with feeding when required
• Monitored and reported changes in clients' physical and emotional well-being
• Maintained accurate documentation and followed individualized care plans
• Provided companionship and emotional support while promoting clients' independence
• Followed infection prevention and control practices and maintained a safe environment

Personal Support Worker (Placement Student) at Extendicare Riverbend Retirement Residence (2026-01 – 2026-03)

• Assisted residents with ADLs including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting
• Performed safe transfers using mechanical lifts and transfer devices
• Monitored and reported changes in residents' health status
• Followed infection prevention and control practices
• Collaborated with nursing staff to deliver resident-centered care

Personal Support Worker (Clinical Placement) at Caressant Care (2026-03 – 2026-04)

• Provided comprehensive personal care to residents
• Assisted with mobility, transfers, and repositioning using Hoyer and sit-to-stand lifts
• Supported feeding and monitored nutritional intake
• Reported changes in condition using proper communication tools (e.g., SBAR)
• Maintained a safe, clean, and respectful environment

Personal Support Worker (PSW) – Conestoga College (2026-04)

Diploma in Fraud Investigation and Risk Management – Conestoga College (2025-04)

Bachelor's Degree in Political Science – Delta State University (2012 – 2016)