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A very compassionate and considerate caregiver! Our needs changed at the last minute, but if given the chance again, we'd call on her for

Review for Jacqueline K. by Sharon F.

While my mother was in the hospital and rehab for over two weeks she needed a lot more assistance than the nursing staff could provide. We

Review for Gleisiany M. by Michael Z.

Laila provided care for my father for a couple of months while he was recuperating from a fall. She is extremely kind, caring, and reliable.

Review for Mbarka H. by Care member

Adult care providers in Dorchester, MA

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Sonia P.


Dorchester, MA

$20-35/hr5 yrs exp

Home Heath Aide Certified

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I have worked as a home health aide for five years, besides my over 20 years of teaching experience with children, youth, and adults in public and private schools.
Sonia can also help with: Personal care, companionship
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Mary N.


Dorchester, MA

$25-50/hr4 yrs exp

Babysitter

Am a dedicated care giver with 4 years of experience providing exceptional care for adults I have worked with dementia and Alzheimer's clients. Worked at both nursing homes and on individual clients.
Mary can also help with: Errands, meal prep, transportation, companionship, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Home Health Aide

I am currently working as a registered nurse and am looking for a part time position. I have a lot of experience working with the geriatric population and have a minor in aging and adult health. I would be able to provide companionship, transportation, medical assistance, and assist with ADLs.
Christine can also help with: Dementia, mobility assistance, personal care, companionship, home modification, specialized care & more
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5.0

(1)

Hi! I'm a Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW) and a current part-time master's of public health student, with an interest in the aging population. Growing up, I had many elderly relatives in my family who I would visit with often. As a teenager and young adult, I helped to care for my grandmother who had Alzheimer's as well...
Jacqueline can also help with: Errands, meal prep, personal care, companionship, light cleaning, respite care & more
5.0
"A very compassionate and considerate caregiver! Our needs changed at the last minute, but if given the chance again, we'd call on her for help!"

Sharon F.

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Gleisiany M.


Everett, MA

$25-30/hr6 yrs exp

Certified Nurse Assistant

Reliable, service-focused nursing professional with excellent patient-care and charting skills gained through experience as a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA). Compassionate and technically skilled in attending to patients in diverse healthcare settings. I have worked in home care, assisted living, skilled nursing facility. I...
Gleisiany can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, mobility assistance, companionship, hospice services, personal care & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"While my mother was in the hospital and rehab for over two weeks she needed a lot more assistance than the nursing staff could provide. We found Gleisiany through a friend. I stayed with my mother during the day time hours and Gleisiany would spend the night...

Michael Z.

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Mbarka H.


Medford, MA

$19-34/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate, Supportive, Reliable.

4.2

(5)

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I am a reliable, caring and supportive caregiver with 10+ years of experience caring for elderly and vulnerable adults. I provide excellent client care and work well dementia and Alzheimer and physically challanged clients. I am friendly and compassionate with excellent interpersonal communication skills.
Mbarka can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, live-in home care, companionship, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Laila (Mbarka) provided exceptional care for my mother during her time of need. Laila was always respectful and patient and went above and beyond to ensure my mom’s comfort and well-being. It was clear that Laila genuinely cared about providing high-quality care,...

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Cathy F.


Somerville, MA

$25-35/hr7 yrs exp

I Am Looking For Part Time Flexible Days/ Hours

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have been a companion/caregiver since 2017 for ladies with dementia. I love dogs & cats. I love to cook and am an excellent cook. I will do light housework, laundry, grocery shopping, errands, take to Dr appointments, movies etc . I am very patient, compassionate, trustworthy. dependable, funny and love to chat and I am really...
Cathy can also help with: Personal care, dementia
5.0
"Cathy was a caregiver to my mother from Oct 2017-June 2021(when she suddenly passed). She has a knack, getting a shy very reserved person out of their shell and having belly laughing conversations. Cathy values the relationship she has with the person she is...

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Juan G.


Brookline, MA

$40/hr4 yrs exp

Part Time Jobs

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello: my name is Juan (32y-o). A Latino living the dream in Boston. I have more than eight years of experience as a senior caretaker. My range of clients go from people with mobility issues to clients with mild and advanced Alzheimer, cancer , multiple sclerosis and senile dementia. I am originally from Cartagena, Colombia. A...
Juan can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, personal care
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Mr. G. is the most responsible person i ever met. Nice and warm person "

Josephina K.

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Nancy M.


Roslindale, MA

$30/hr9 yrs exp

Personal Care Aide

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Nancy. 10 years experience. Personal care, transportation, food prep, feeding & laughs. I am happily married no children, 1 dog 2 cats. I'm from Brighton and live in Roslindale now. I graduated from Simmons College in Boston with a BA. in Business MGMT(Dean's List). I worked for/with my Dad most of my adult life at his business...
Nancy can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, errands, mobility assistance & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

Wound Care

5.0
"Nancy is a lovely person who goes out of her way to be helpful. She helped take care of my wife who has ALS. I recommend her to anyone who needs a caregiver."

Ronenn R.

I'm a home care giver as well I have as a nanny in the pass I also have experience with kids . A mother of 2 . 18 years old and 8 years old. I am a responsible adult.
Nelfa can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning, meal prep

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