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Kay Elizabeth Millar
Biography
Hello! I'm a lifelong learner from Scotland with a heart in social care and service-related sectors, particularly when focused on the elderly, individuals with dementia, and those with learning disabilities. My philosophy is simple: everyone deserves kindness, respect, and compassion. It's amazing how even the smallest conversation or act can brighten someone's day by alleviating worries or loneliness, or even injecting some fun into it through everyday interactions. Sometimes you can be on a bus ride chatting or at work and make that happen, so don't underestimate how powerful a kind word can be.
My goal is to make a positive difference in people's lives. Whether it's expanding horizons, ensuring safety and security at home and beyond, fostering social connections, reducing isolation or simply bringing a smile to someone's face – these are the moments that drive me. Even though I've worked in different industries over the years, what I've always wanted to do was work with customers and clients in a positive way.
I have an extensive background in Admin and Customer Service, and after living and working as a freelance writer and website builder in the US, I transitioned into Activities in care homes back in the UK.
Now, I'm loving working in Supported Housing – a sector filled with like-minded individuals who share my passion for helping others in our community that need a little (or big) helping hand to live as independently as possible for as long as possible. I currently work in Mental Health supporting tenants that need help developing different life skills, both practical and personal, that will eventually mean they can move into their own homes and be independent.
In our digital age, I believe in bridging the technology gap, especially for the elderly and vulnerable. Self-taught in website building and graphic design, I love sharing these skills. Currently, I'm fascinated by AI and learning about various related software and its potential to revolutionise our daily lives when used thoughtfully in both work and home settings.
Singing is my passion outside of work. I do free singalong sessions at local hospices, care homes, and sheltered housing and ensure everyone has a fantastic time, staff and families included. As a member of NAPA (National Activity Providers Association), I've learned numerous engaging activities that provide mental, creative, and physical stimulation – always with a healthy dose of laughter!
In this journey of lifelong learning and giving back, having resources like OpenLearn at my fingertips makes the possibilities for growth and positive impact endless. I'm very grateful to everyone at the Open University and OpenLearn for their hard work and dedication to it and continuing to make it free to all.
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