The pandemic has meant that this year, the care sector has found itself subjected to demands and attention like never before. This has attracte some new carers to enter it, and Extra Hands has welcomed several new staff members during these challenging times.
One of the younger new recruits is 20-year-old Tamara Proctor, from West Lynn, who said it was the pandemic that had made her mind up about entering the profession.
"Growing up I was a carer for my mum, and I’d also seen how carers helped her, so when I saw what was happening with the virus, it seemed like the best time to get involved with a job that was a natural fit for me,” she said.
“It’s been really character-building. When I used to go and see someone I didn’t know, I worried a bit, but having done the role for a few months now, it’s just part of the job, so I throw myself into it, and I'm much more comfortable.”
Tamara said her previous job working in a shoe shop, mainly dealing with older customers, had given her an insight into the requirements of caring, and the support she had received from Extra Hands had helped with the professional transition.
“The office has handled this whole thing brilliantly,” she said. “Whenever there are any updates to policy, they always let us know, they’ve kept on top of things and always given everyone a chance to have their say. They’ve looked after us carers fantastically.”
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