Tell us about your care needs and we'll confirm their availability and help arrange an introduction.
Flavia is a dedicated healthcare professional with hands-on experience in care work, phlebotomy, and medication management, bringing a compassionate and holistic approach to every client she supports. She holds specialist training in Parkinson's care and diabetes technology, and is fully qualified in medication administration, making her exceptionally well-equipped to support clients with complex needs. Multilingual in Portuguese, English, and Spanish, Flavia combines strong clinical knowledge with warm, person-centred care to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those she works with.
By Your Side
Care Practitioner·Jan 2026 – Present
In this current role, Flavia delivers high-quality, holistic care to clients, managing medication schedules and conducting regular vital signs checks to ensure early detection of health issues. She provides hands-on support for clients with mobility challenges, promoting independence while ensuring full compliance with health and safety regulations. Flavia also administers first aid during emergency situations and provides emotional support to clients, contributing to improved mental wellbeing.
Alina Homecare
Care Worker·Sep 2025 – Dec 2025
Flavia administered prescribed medication on schedule with rigorous planning and accurate recordkeeping, and assisted clients with daily living activities including personal care tasks such as bathing, dressing, and toileting, always maintaining dignity and respect. She supported clients with mobility issues to promote independence and assisted with meal preparation to ensure proper nutrition. She worked collaboratively with families to understand individual needs and preferences, enhancing the overall quality of care delivered.
Fleury Medicina Diagnostica
Phlebotomist·Mar 2006 – Jun 2010
Flavia collected blood samples for diagnostic purposes using advanced knowledge of vein locations and gentle venipuncture techniques to improve patient comfort. She maintained strict adherence to health regulations, including infection control, sharps disposal, and biohazardous waste disposal procedures to ensure patient safety. She also prepared and labelled samples for laboratory transport, organised daily schedules to prioritise urgent cases, and upheld patient confidentiality and data privacy at all times.
Bath Spa University
Diploma of Higher Education·2026 – Present
Unigran - Centro Universitário da Grande Dourados
Bachelor of Business Administration
Full UK Driving Licence
Medication Management (NHS) – Understanding Medicines, Introduction to Handling Medicines, and Handling Medicines Safely for Social Care Staff; competent in administering medication using the 6 Rights of Administration and accurately updating MAR charts
Parkinson's Care (Parkinson's UK Excellence Network) – specialist training covering motor/non-motor symptoms, communication support, person-centred care, and the 'Get It On Time' medication regime
Diabetes Technology (Diabetes UK) – practical knowledge of Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGM), insulin pumps, and hybrid closed-loop systems
First Aid – By Your Side (emergency first aid certification)
Driver
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 Flavia if suitable), and guide you through the next steps.
Availability can change quickly. When you speak to us, we'll check Flavia's current availability and recommend similar carers if needed, so you're not limited to just one option.