Meet Tersit Gossaye, a dedicated Caregiver whose passion for helping others has been evident since her childhood. From an early age, Tersit felt a calling toward caregiving, inspired by her instinctual inclination to assist her mother and family members. Today, five years into her journey as a Caregiver receiving referrals from Family & Nursing Care Classic, Tersit sees pieces of her loved ones in everyone for she cares for.
Tersit approaches her work with unwavering passion and empathy . She believes that to excel as a Caregiver, she must put herself in her clients’ shoes and share in their happiness or sadness to help them live better and more comfortable lives. For Tersit, being an exceptional caregiver is not just a job; it’s a source of tremendous fulfillment, providing her with the opportunity to make a positive iimpact on the lives of others.
A favorite part of Tersit’s caregiving journey is her dedication to clients with Alzheimer’s disease, a challenge she embraces. Despite the difficulties, Tersit finds fulfillment in creating peaceful and happy environments for her clients. When faced with a difficult situation, Tersit prides herself on being creative, as exemplified by her thoughtful reorganization of a long-time client’s room, bringing immense joy and comfort to someone struggling with emotional control due to the disease.
Describing the best version of herself, Tersit says it’s someone who is healthy, stress-free, with a clear mind and good faith. In order to show up as that version, Tersit maintains a balanced routine outside of her caregiving job that helps keep her grounded, including exercising, cooking healthy meals, reading, attending church, and fostering strong relationships with the people in her life. Tersit’s commitment to her own well-being ensures she can consistently provide the best care to those who depend on her.