Tell us about your care needs and we'll confirm their availability and help arrange an introduction.
Coral is a highly experienced live-in carer with a strong specialism in dementia, Alzheimer's, and stroke care, built over many years of dedicated work with reputable care agencies and as a self-employed carer. She brings a compassionate, person-centred approach to all aspects of care, including medication administration, personal care, meal preparation, and community accompaniment. With a background that also spans NHS medical secretarial work and youth support, Coral is a well-rounded, professional, and deeply committed carer.
Private client
Live-In Carer·Mar 2025 – Apr 2025
Provided live-in care for a client with advanced dementia, delivering medication administration and full personal care. Liaised closely with the Mental Health Team, attended home appointment meetings, and accompanied the client to a range of health appointments including GP, dentist, optician, podiatry, and the hairdressers. Prepared nutritious and balanced daily meals, supported the client on daily community walks, and encouraged meaningful conversation and social engagement with family members.
Private client
Live-In Carer·Jan 2024 – Nov 2024
Cared for clients living with Alzheimer's and dementia in a live-in capacity, managing medication administration, personal care, and financial management for household groceries. Accompanied clients to a range of health appointments including GP, podiatry, and hospital, and liaised regularly with District Nurses, the Dementia Team, and the Rapid Response Team. Prepared balanced, healthy daily meals and supported clients in accessing the local community, including libraries, supermarkets, and horticultural gardens.
Everycare - Central Guildford
Live-In Carer·Feb 2023 – Oct 2023
Provided daily live-in care for a client with dementia, including medication administration, personal care, and light household duties. Liaised with a wide range of health professionals including GPs, District Nurses, the Dementia Team, Mental Health Team, Adult Social Services, and Emergency Services. Prepared healthy, balanced meals and accompanied the client into the local community to parks, the high street, libraries, supermarkets, and horticultural gardens, while actively promoting positive self-esteem.
Private client
Live-In Carer·Jun 2022 – Dec 2022
Provided comprehensive live-in care for clients with dementia, covering all aspects of personal care, medication administration, and financial management for weekly household shopping. Accompanied clients to healthcare appointments, liased with District Nurses, GPs, the Mental Health Team, and Adult Social Services, and supported clients in accessing the local community and horticultural gardens. Also responsible for meal preparation and cooking on a daily basis.
Beeston College of Further Education
Secretarial Diploma·1980 – 1981
Cottesmore Secondary School
GCE·1975 – 1980
Emergency First Aid
Health and Safety in the Workplace Level 2 East Midlands
Yes — once you've spoken with our team, we'll arrange an introduction with carers who are a good fit. This gives you the chance to ask questions and make sure it feels right before moving forward.
Simply give us a call and tell us a bit about your needs. We'll confirm availability, suggest the best carers (including Coral if suitable), and guide you through the next steps.
Availability can change quickly. When you speak to us, we'll check Coral's current availability and recommend similar carers if needed, so you're not limited to just one option.
Private client
Live-In Carer·Mar 2022 – May 2022
Delivered full live-in care for clients living with dementia and Alzheimer's, including medication administration, personal care, and liaison with GPs and the NHS Dementia and Memory Team. Accompanied clients to NHS health appointments, managed household financial budgets on a monthly and weekly basis, and supported clients in accessing their local community.
Various agencies – London
Live-In Carer·Jan 2022 – Feb 2022
Provided daily live-in care for clients with paralysis resulting from strokes, delivering medication administration, full personal care, and daily meal preparation. Liaised with NHS health staff, requested repeat prescriptions, and assisted clients with daily movement and exercises organised by a physiotherapist.
Caremark - Kingston
Live-In Carer·Feb 2019 – Nov 2019
Worked as a live-in carer for clients with dementia and stroke, carrying out all aspects of personal care, household duties, and medication administration. Arranged and accompanied clients to NHS appointments, liased with District Nurses, Adult Social Services, the Dementia Team, and the Mental Health Team, and managed weekly grocery shopping and repeat prescription collection. Provided stimulating companionship, arranged gentle exercise routines and day trips, and consistently encouraged clients to maintain independence and positive self-esteem.
Bluebird - Twickenham
Live-In Carer·Feb 2018 – Jul 2018
Delivered live-in care for clients with dementia and stroke, undertaking all personal care and household duties alongside full medication administration responsibilities. Arranged and attended NHS appointments, liaised with District Nurses, Adult Social Services, the Dementia Team, and the Mental Health Team, and managed weekly grocery and prescription needs. Provided companionship, organised exercise routines and outings, and encouraged clients to remain as independent as possible to promote positive self-esteem.
Trinity Homecare – Worcester Park
Live-In Carer·Oct 2016 – Apr 2017
Provided live-in care for clients with dementia, managing all aspects of personal care, household duties, and daily medication administration including completion of medication charts. Set up and coordinated care packages, liaising with GPs, Adult Social Services, the Dementia Team, Mental Health Team, and District Nurses, while also identifying home safety improvements such as grab-rails and external railings. Created personalised daily exercise programmes and social routines for clients, managed weekly household finances, and submitted regular care reports to management.
London Teen Support Services
Support Worker·Apr 2016 – Jun 2016
Worked in a residential home supporting young people aged 16–18, providing assistance with college and apprenticeship applications, life skills teaching, and financial budgeting. Attended social services meetings, organised community activities and outings, and maintained daily log books, care planners, and meal planners. Ensured the welfare and safety of residents by observing behaviour patterns, enforcing house rules, and liaising with police, social services, and parents as required.
JMJ
PA/Secretary (Voluntary)·Apr 2016 – Jun 2016
Served as a voluntary Personal Assistant to the Manager, handling a broad range of administrative duties including diary management, correspondence, and travel arrangements. Managed incoming telephone calls, ordered stationery, booked conference rooms, arranged refreshments, and coordinated meetings and IT equipment.
DM - London
Receptionist/Administrator·Jul 2011 – Aug 2012
Worked as a Receptionist, Switchboard Operator, and Secretary, managing all aspects of front-of-house administration including assisting clients with appointments and directing maintenance staff. Maintained and updated databases, entered information onto Excel spreadsheets, managed electronic diaries, and prepared weekly appointment sheets. Also handled incoming and outgoing post, booked interpreters for clients, and received deliveries from Royal Mail and courier companies.
London - NHS (Maxillofacial)
Medical Secretary·Jan 2008 – Apr 2011
Provided medical secretarial support to a team of 30 Consultant Surgeons and SpRs in the Maxillofacial department, using specialist software including ICLiP and Dictate IT to produce and manage clinical letters. Liaised with X-ray, Scan, and CT Scan departments, handled incoming patient calls, requested medical records, and processed incoming faxes and referrals. Also responsible for photocopying, booking office equipment services, and sending X-ray and CT scan requests to relevant departments.
London - NHS (Urology)
Medical Secretary·—
Supported four Consultant Urologist Surgeons using the Medquest Transcribe system to produce clinical letters and manage medical correspondence. Prepared X-ray, MRI, and CT scan forms, handled patient and GP enquiries, coordinated MDT meeting preparations, and liaised with the Urology Outpatients manager on appointment scheduling. Also responsible for managing incoming post, filing medical reports, ordering stationery, and maintaining office equipment.
London - NHS (Neurosurgery)
Medical Secretary·—
Acted as a PA to a Consultant Neurosurgeon, using Dictate It transcription software and handling all incoming patient telephone calls including queries about waiting lists and scan results. Requested medical notes from medical records, dealt with patient enquiries, and liaised with Neurosurgery Outpatients, GPs, and SpRs at other hospitals. Communicated effectively with colleagues, PAs, and departmental management to ensure smooth administrative operations.