SoulSeen Senior Social Club
New Paragraph
It is truly an honor to connect with you. Supporting seniors and their families is work that I care deeply about, and I am grateful for the opportunity to share a little about myself.
I was born and raised in Alaska and have spent the past nine years living throughout the West Coast, currently calling Camas, Washington home. I enjoy making art, spending time outdoors, dancing with friends, and continuing to grow and learn as a person. I bring a spiritual outlook into everything I do and always try to find the light in situations, even when things feel difficult.
My personality is naturally engaging, patient, and animated, which helps me connect easily with seniors, especially those experiencing memory changes or cognitive challenges. I approach every interaction with respect and authenticity. I am there as a companion and a friend, never to patronize or treat someone as less capable.
While I am professional in my work, I believe the best connections happen when conversations feel natural and genuine. I enjoy finding humor in everyday moments and occasionally sharing small updates from my own experiences, whether it is welcoming a new baby in the family, an interesting trip I recently took, or something amusing I saw around town. These simple moments help create real connection and give seniors the opportunity to share in joyful experiences as well.
One experience that meant a great deal to me was adopting the cat of a senior I had grown close to after she passed away. She loved that cat dearly, and giving it a home felt like a small way to continue supporting her, even after she was gone.
In addition to my work with seniors, I studied at the Interior Design Institute, where I earned my diploma. Designing spaces has always been something I feel deeply passionate about, and I realized I didn’t have to keep that separate from the work I love doing with seniors. Through my Home Harmony services, I’m able to bring my two passions together. I love helping organize and thoughtfully arrange environments so they feel calm, functional, and personal to the people living in them.
At my core, I feel deeply purpose driven in a spiritual sense. I believe my role is to bring joy, hope, and connection to people who may need it most.
My grandmother Sally means the absolute world to me and is truly my favorite person. Her kindness and love for our family shaped who I am today. I often get emotional thinking about how much richer my life has been because of her presence. She is one of the greatest inspirations behind my desire to work with seniors.
Please let me know how I can support you or someone you love.
-Cenah
Skills & Certifications
- CPR/First Aid Certified
- Completed dementia education and immersive training programs
- Served nearly a year as a Life Enhancement Specialist at a senior living community
- Briefly served as a caregiver, gaining valuable insight into the responsibilities of caregivers and the personal experiences of seniors
- Diploma from The Interior Design Institute
- Positive, upbeat, and hopeful demeanor
- Strong ability to connect with residents living with dementia, tailoring interactions to individual needs and interests
- Creative problem-solving and adaptability to handle unexpected situations with care
- Patience and understanding with diverse health conditions and personality types
