Why Become A Professional Caregiver?

DCGA Graduate Matty Long:
"This work has changed me and really made me a different person. I’ve learned to be more patient, more understanding of people."

"I would recommend caregiving as a career for people who really want to help others. Of course they have to be patient and really like being around people, but you get so much in return!" ..more...

What Are The Qualifications To Be A Caregiver

DCGA Executive Director Judy Clinco:
"Caregiving is not for everyone, but for people who have a calling for this work, it's very fulfilling and rewarding to serve others. I strongly recommend that if you are a compassionate individual..." ...more...

Training Program

We provide services for Caregivers, Certified Nursing Assistants, and Home Health Aides:

Training -- Our program combines Caregiver Training and Certified Nursing Assistant Training into one unique 12-week program.

Graduates are guaranteed employment with a healthcare provider member.
For Caregivers, we also provide:

Continuing Education – 9-12 In-Services Training Sessions every month

Newsletters – one for caregivers, another for provider members, and a third for the community at large

Social Support Services – Childcare, Housing, Transportation, Food/Clothing/Shelter Assistance
Graduates

DCGA Graduate Tricia Shosie:
"Before the training, I was very inexperienced and no idea of how to do certain things. What the training gave me was confidence. It’s very thorough. They go through everything and give you the foundation to make the proper decisions about how to do things." ...more...

 

Where Our Caregivers Work:

 

 Aguilera Home
 Amber Lights
 Campana Del Rio
 Carondelet Hospice
 Catalina In-Home Services
 Crestview
 Desert Steppes I & II
 Elderhaven
 Freedom Inn
 Kanmar Place Hospice
 Santa Catalina Villas
 UPH Hospital
 Villa Maria Care Center

 


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