Marketing Area:
Aspen, Basalt, Carbondale and Glenwood Springs, CO
Expertise:
Home health care; Health insurance
Major Product/SVS:
Health and personal care services for senior citizens
Education Degrees:
Coursework in Secretarial Typing, Shorthand and Accounting, Sawyer's College of Business
Throughout the duration of your career, what was the one highlight that stood out the most?:
The highlight of her career was working with one client which started at five hours per week and increased to 47 hours per week; giving her the opportunity to become intimately involved with her life processes, all the way to her recent transition. Ms. Barbour's heart was wide open for her and she has no regrets. It is currently her honor to assist the family in preparing for her memorial service.
Charity:
Susan G. Komen for the Cure; Habitat for Humanity International; Your Friends for Life; Alzheimer's Association
Number Of Years In Profession:
4
Number Of Years In Current Position:
1
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to determination and compassionate care for her clients.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession because she had enjoyed visiting the elderly in her neighborhood during her youth, and found it was her calling after a lifetime of experiences, spiritual quest, and raising four children. Through her 30 years of secretarial experience and desire to help others, she helps clients set up home offices and get their important papers together, such as powers of attorney, medical powers of attorney, wills and trusts.
Extended Bio Profile:
As the sole proprietor of People, Plants and Paperwork, Ms. Barbour is dedicated to providing in-home assistance and loving care to seniors as an alternative to nursing home care. She cooks, cleans, shops for groceries, provides transportation to appointments, and assists in all aspects of home management.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Managing day-to-day operations, including contacting clients and caring for them in their homes; Providing respite care for primary family caregivers of people who need help performing acts of daily living; Providing notary services
Education Certifications:
CPR Certification; First Aid; Qualified Medication Administration Person (QMAP), State of Colorado; Certified Caregiver