Kelvin Forde

Compassionate, dependable, and highly experienced Companion Care Professional with over 15 years of combined experience in healthcare, home care, senior support, and private household management. Skilled in providing personalized companionship, coordinating healthcare needs, assisting with daily living activities, and creating supportive environments that promote independence, stability, and overall well-being. Experienced in supporting individuals with Alzheimer's, dementia, ADHD, and hearing impairments, while maintaining patience, discretion, and professionalism.

Adept at coordinating medical appointments, communicating with healthcare professionals and family members, managing errands, encouraging positive routines, and helping clients navigate everyday challenges.

LIVE-IN CAREGIVER at Muffetta Household Staffing Agency – Private Client (Mr. Elliot Wolk) (2026-05 – 2026-10)

• Provided personalized caregiving and companionship to an elderly couple, with primary responsibility for supporting a 91-year-old gentleman.
• Assisted with daily household needs while prioritizing the clients' comfort, safety, and well-being.
• Accompanied clients to medical appointments, errands, and social engagements.
• Managed household errands, including grocery shopping, pharmacy pickups, vehicle maintenance, and other essential tasks.
• Provided light housekeeping and household organization when additional assistance was needed.
• Offered consistent companionship, attentive support, and compassionate assistance based on the evolving needs of the household.
• Demonstrated sound judgment, patience, flexibility, and emotional maturity in a private household setting.

OFFICE ASSISTANT at Department of Institutional Advancement & Alumni Services – Lehman College (2024-01 – 2024-07)

• Coordinated alumni events, networking opportunities, reunions, and fundraising activities.
• Managed correspondence, answered telephone inquiries, and maintained professional communications.
• Assisted with event planning, scheduling, and organizational logistics.
• Collaborated with colleagues and administrators to implement outreach initiatives.
• Prepared donor correspondence and acknowledgment letters while maintaining attention to detail and confidentiality.
• Provided administrative and organizational support to executives and departmental staff.

BUTLER / PERSONAL DRIVER at Private Client – Mr. Gil Shiva (2016-08 – 2017-06)

• Delivered personalized household and lifestyle support to a private client, anticipating daily needs and maintaining a high standard of service.
• Assisted with meal service, medication reminders, and personal wardrobe management.
• Maintained a clean, organized, and comfortable living environment.
• Provided safe and reliable transportation for appointments, errands, and leisure activities.
• Adapted to changing schedules and client needs while maintaining discretion, professionalism, and confidentiality.

HOME CARE AIDE at Partners in Care & Private Clients (2013-12 – 2016-06)

• Provided compassionate care and companionship to elderly, ill, injured, and physically or mentally challenged individuals.
• Supported clients with daily living needs while promoting dignity, comfort, and independence.
• Developed positive relationships with clients through patience, active listening, and meaningful engagement.
• Collaborated with family members, healthcare professionals, and care teams to address individual needs.
• Advocated for clients and communicated concerns regarding their health, safety, and well-being.
• Maintained accurate documentation and reported changes in client conditions and progress.

CHIEF MEDICAL ASSISTANT at Montefiore Medical Center (1998-08 – 2010-12)

• Provided direct patient care and clinical support in Emergency, Laboratory, and Cardiac Catheterization departments.
• Assisted physicians and healthcare professionals with examinations, patient education, and medication administration.
• Responded to medical emergencies using emergency medical training and sound clinical judgment.
• Maintained accurate patient records, medical documentation, and departmental reports.
• Served as a liaison between patients, families, physicians, and other healthcare professionals.
• Advocated for patients while ensuring their concerns and healthcare needs received appropriate attention.

Linguistics – Herbert H. Lehman College (2023)

Speech Pathology and Audiology – Herbert H. Lehman College (2020)

Emergency Med Tech – Our Lady of Mercy/Bronx EOC (1995 – 2018)