Reliable Elderly Caregiver & Helper
Demonstrates a strong commitment to long-term employment, consistently staying with employers for over a year.
Successfully completed all contracts, with the exception of one due to the unfortunate passing of the elderly individual.
Possesses exceptional patience and empathy when caring for the elderly, effectively managing challenging behaviors, such as frustration or tantrums, with understanding and professionalism.
Adept at providing both physical and emotional support, ensuring the comfort and well-being of clients.
Strong communication skills, including proficiency in Cantonese, developed through work experience in Hong Kong, allowing for effective interaction with elderly clients and their families. Also able to speak a little Mandarin.
Proven ability to adapt to various household environments and routines, ensuring seamless integration and high standards of care.
Name: Astrid Davy Januari
Nationality: Indonesian
Date of Birth: 05 Jan 1994
Age: 31
Place of Birth: Magelang
Height: 164 cm
Weight: 80 kg
Religion: Muslim
Marital Status: Divorced
Age of Children: G: 11 | B: 13
Number of Siblings: No 1 out of 3
Address in Home Country: Dsn Sugih Donomulyo kec. Secang Kab. Magelang Central Java
Airport to be Repatriated: Yogyakarta
Education: (SMP) Secondary 1
Availability: Immediate | Deployment: 4 -7 days after availability
Language Skills: English & Read the Quran (Good)
Other Information:
Able to handle pork
Able to care for cat
Not able to care for dogs
Able to do simple sewing
Able to do gardening work
Basic Salary: $600
Day Off Compensation: $25
No of Days Off: 1
Total Salary: $675 - $700
Placement Fee: $2400-$3600
Areas of Work
Willingness
Experience
Assessment (1-5 stars)/Skills
Infant Care
0-2
Yes
*****
Bath baby, Change diapers for babies, Make, warm, feed milk, Wake up at night to make milk or feed baby
, Sterilise baby items, Check temperature when ill, Potty train, Feed medicine, Share room with baby, Take to clinic alone.
2 Yrs
Child Care
3-12
Yes
****
Check temperature when ill, Feed medicine, Change diaper, Feed, Bath, Share room with child, Take to playground, Take to library, Borrow books from library
Own Exp
Teenage Care
13-20
Yes
Own Exp
***
-
Elderly Care
Yes
****
Manage medicine into containers, Give elderly medicine
, Change diapers for elderlies
, Send elderly to doc or hospital, Shower elderly, Check elderly’s blood pressure, Administer elderly injections, Dressing up, Night care, Take to bathroom, Read medicine labels, Exercise elderly, Brushing teeth, Shaving, Engaging in conversation, Brushing hair
6 yrs
Disabled Care
Yes
0 yrs
****
Handle wheelchair.
General Housework
Yes
****
All general household chores, Ironing of office clothes, Change light bulbs Change curtains, Change bed Sheets, Gardening, Sweep, Fold clothes, Mop, Spring cleaning.
Able to operate Washing machine, Clothes dryer, Rice cooker, Vacuum cleaner, Iron, Oven, Electric Kettle, Blender
6 yrs
Cooking
Yes
****
Cuisines: Chinese, Indonesian, Malay, Indian
Make jamu (Indonesian herbal drink), Prepare confinement dishes, Make juices, Steam, Grill, Fry, Prepare baby food, Follow recipe books and social media
Marketing & Groceries Shopping.
Choose fresh vegetables, Choose fresh seafood, Inform employer of runnin-out items, Write down running-out items, Check for lower prices of the same item, Check expiry dates of medicines and canned food.
6 yrs
Language Abilities
Yes
6 yrs
**
Able to speak/read/write English/Malay.
Other Skills
Yes
***
Able to care for Cat
Shower cat, Feed cat, Clean litter box for cat, Groom cat
Travel by public transport, Cycle, Swim, Massage, Book taxi or Grab, Book doctor or spa appointments.
Own Exp
No
Start Date - End Date
Employer
Area
Job Scope
Remarks
1
09 Dec 2008 - 07 Jun 2010
Malay
Bedok Singapore
Hdb 2 Rooms/1 Bath). Madam, 85 Yr Old Grandpa,15 Yr Old Daughter & 22, 19 Yr Old Sons. Slept Share Room With Daughter.
Served 1 Year 6 Months: Grandpa Passed On.
2
2013 - 2015
Chinese
Kwun Tong Hong Kong
Flat: 3 Rooms/1 Baths) Cooking Daily Dinner), 82 Yr Old Grandpa & 75 Yr Old Grandma, Slept In Own Room.
Served 2 years.
3
2015 - 2017
Chinese
Lohas
Hong Kong
Condo 4 Rooms/2 Baths) Cooking Daily Dinner), Madam, Sir & 22, 25 Yr Old Daughters.) 4 Cats, Shower/feed/clean Litter Box). Slept In Own Room.
Served 2 years.
4
2017 - 2021
Chinese
Kwai Fong
Hong Kong
Flat 3 Rooms/1 Baths) Cooking Daily Lunch & Dinner), Sir, Sir's Brother & Sir's Sister (Special Needs), Slept In Own Room.
Served 3.5 years.
5
29 Dec 2021 - 23 Nov 2024
Chinese
Serangoon Gardens Singapore
3 Storey House: 5 rooms/4 baths. 89 Y.O Grandpa (Cancer/Kidney Failure/Walking Stick), 79 Y.O Grandma (Diabetic/Wheelchair-Bound), Sir/Madam, 23, 20 & 18 Y.O Sons. Cooking: Sometimes Lunch & Dinner. Sometimes Marketing & Groceries Shopping. 1 Car Wash: Sometimes. Slept in own room.
Served 3 years.
Not Afraid Of Cat, Rabbit.
No Allergies/Motion Sickness/Tattoos/Medical Condition.
Willing To Work With Vegetarian, Any Race, Bedridden, Special Adult
Does Not Eat Pork, Drink Alcohol.
No of Covid-19 Vaccinations: 2
Dishes : ABC Soup, Vegetables in Oyster Sauce, Chicken Rice, Pig's Organ Soup, Braised Pork, Roasted Chicken, Char Kway Teow, Vegetarian Bee Hoon, Steam Fish, Egg or Chicken, Corn Fritters, Indonesian Style Fried Rice or Noodles, Rice Cakes, Mee Rebus (Singapore), Sambal Goreng, Yellow Curry Vegetables, Ketupat, Banana Fritters, Pepes, Begedil, Rica-Rica, Mushroom Soup, Corn Soup, Sandwiches, Bubur Kacang Hijau, Chendol, Jelly.
Family’s Background :
Husband - Lorry Driver
1st Son - Studying
2nd Daughter - Studying
Father - Farmer
Mother - Works in government
1st Sibling - Works in a bank
2nd Sibling - Not working
Pick 3 to describe yourself:
Hardworking
Kind Hearted
Responsible
Persevering
Ambitious
Patient
Helpful
Honest
Forgiving
Flexible
Open Minded
Empathetic
Rational
Determined
Tolerant
Choose the one most important to you:
Love
Money
Family
Happiness
Peace
Power
Work
Which chore do you like the most:
Housekeeping
Cooking
Baking
No Preference
None
Which care do you like the most:
Baby
Toddler
Child
Elderly
Physically-Challenged
Special Child
Special Adult
None
Which chore do you hate the most:
Housekeeping
Cooking
Baking
None
Which care do you hate the most:
Baby
Toddler
Child
Elderly
Physically-Challenged
Special Child
Special Adult
None
Are you a pet lover: Yes
What are your hobbies: Cooking and swimming.
Why did you choose to become a domestic helper and what motivates you to work abroad: I need to support my family. My father is unwell and my children are in school.
Why did you choose to work in Singapore and not other countries: Because I like and love Singapore.
What do you like about Singapore: Everything very easy. I can go anywhere using the MRT, LRT and the bus. I can work during off, I go sight-seeing. Actually Singapore is very clean.
Describe your day at home, from waking up to sleeping: Morning I wake up 5 am everyday. First I shower then pray. After that I prepare children to go to school, make breakfast and make sure they eat. Then I go market to buy ingredients for lunch. After I come back home, cooking and then I do house work, wiping, sweeping the floor, moping, then washing the clothes, drying clothes. Then pick up my children from school. We take a nap. After That I take my dry clothes and iron then I cook for dinner, shower, pray then sleep.
What would you do and where would you go on your day off: I go Sentosa, Marina Bay, Gardens by the Bay, Merlion, Zoo, Geylang Serai, Paya Lebar, City Plaza, Orchard Road and so many other places in Singapore
Which one you think is most important in child care:
Emotional Support & Nurturing
Safety and Protection
Health & Nutrition
Education & Cognitive Development
Positive Socialization & Social Skills
Consistent Routine & Structure
Individualized Attention
Setting Boundaries & Discipline
Parental Involvement & Support
Play & Creativity
Which one you think is most important in elderly or bedridden care:
Compassion & Emotional Support
Physical Comfort & Pain Management
Proper Nutrition & Hydration
Maintaining Mobility and Preventing Bedsores
Personal Hygiene & Cleanliness
Mental Stimulation & Engagement
Social Interaction & Family Involvement
Medication Management & Health Monitoring
Respecting their Independence & Autonomy
Safety & Fall Prevention
Do you have any children? If yes, how do you overcome your feelings when being away from them for extended periods: First time I go Singapore, far from my children of course I was sad. Night time every day I cry until 7 months but slowly I became okey I can do it . I am strong. I must work so now I never cry. If I am not working, I can't give them anything.
What are your family's expectations of you when you work in Singapore: Can buy car, motorcycle, rice field, can pay medicine for my father and operation also.
What are your financial commitments back home: Important save for children school fees and take care my parents.
What difficulties did you face working in Singapore: I scared to clean exterior window.
Why do you think the employer should employ you and not the others:I like and I love taking care of the elderly. Sometimes bring her go hospital, go clinic, go market, go jalan jalan. I can take care of them with no additional help or disturbing my employers. Even night time also I can handle by myself.
Any words for your prospective employer:Hello mam, hello sir good day.
Actually I am not very good but I try my best to care for your family and take care of your house. Important your family is happy, I am also happy We need each other.
Thank you Mam, thank you Sir. See you soon in Singapore
Answers were given in English by Astrid Davy Januari with some editing done.
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