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title: Meet HopSkipDrive CareDriver Kimberly Smith
description: >-
  As an empty-nester, Phoenix-based CareDriver Kimberly Smith enjoys using her
  spare time to help children and seniors — and give back to her community.
date: '2023-02-08'
author: Karen Sampson
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tags:
  - The CareDriver Community
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For Phoenix-based CareDriver Kimberly Smith, the caregiving experience and innate abilities she has go a long way when it comes to making Riders feel comfortable and secure. After hearing about HopSkipDrive from a friend, she became certified on the HopSkipDrive platform in June of 2022.

**What made you interested in becoming a CareDriver?**

I am an empty-nester, and I wanted to help children and senior citizens as a way of giving back. 

**What do you like most about the experience of being a CareDriver?**

I find driving with HopSkipDrive so very satisfying. Between the support staff and the wonderful children and young adults, each day brings me joy. 

**Tell us about your caregiving experience and the role it plays in the work you do as a CareDriver.**

I am a natural caregiver with many years of practice raising a family. This plays a big part in creating a safe, comfortable space for each person I drive. 

**What is the most important thing you gain from being a CareDriver?**

A sense of fulfillment — I feel very fulfilled being a CareDriver.

**Have you had any special experiences with Riders that have been meaningful to you?**

Every ride has brought me Riders who make my day more meaningful and special. 

**How important do you think HopSkipDrive’s mission is?**

I believe it is crucial. And HopSkipDrive fills the need perfectly. 

**Interesting in learning more about becoming a HopSkipDrive CareDriver?**

**Explore the **[HopSkipDrive CareDriver Resource Center](/caredriver-resources)** or**

[**start your HopSkipDrive CareDriver journey today**](/drive/)**. ** 

 

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