Adriana

Registered Manager for Team Guildford and Dementia Lead 

Adriana is a shining example of how career opportunities and job satisfaction go hand in hand at Right at Home GF.

If you travelled back in time to 2014 and told Adriana what she would be doing today, she readily admits that she would not have believed you.

Adriana started her career as a nursery school teacher. After having a child, she returned to work as a dinner lady and took on various cleaning jobs which she could fit in around childcare responsibilities.

How caregiving turned out to be a dream job

When applying for a job at Right at Home GF, Adriana initially thought she was going for a cleaning role but having hit the wrong button, she found herself being interviewed for the role of a caregiver. Despite not believing she could do the job, Adriana was offered the job and spent time shadowing a more experienced caregiver. It wasn’t long before Adriana realised she had accidently discovered a role she loved.

What inspired you to join Right at Home?

"It was suggested by a friend, who worked at Right at Home at the time,  for me to join. "

What does a typical day look like for you?

"Busy, every day is different and unexpected."

What do you enjoy or find most rewarding about your role?

"Seeing everything is done the correct way,  clients are happy, healthy and well looked after."

Can you share a memorable moment or achievement that you have experienced as a caregiver?

"Taking clients, who was end of life, to the sea side for the last time. We took him to the town he once used to call home." 

What’s your hidden talent that (until now) most people don’t know about?

"I like painting"

What’s the best piece of advice you have ever received?

"Treat everyone the way you would like to be treated. "