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I have experience 15+years as patient caregiver in many different areas of care. Having clients with dementia and physical disabilities that needed assistances with daily activities.
Alisha can also help with: Mobility assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
(19)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a compassionate and reliable caregiver with 15+ years experience in long term/ end of life care. I am committed to providing the best care possible for your loved ones. Certified as a CNA and PCA in the past and currently I am a certified Medical Assistant. I have experience caring for those with dementia / Alzheimer's,...
Kayla can also help with: Companionship, errands, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Wound Care
5.0
"Kayla has a heart of gold and is very dependable, The care and love she gives our mother is beyond a blessing!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
My name is Mercedes, I'm a Venezuelan medical doctor with specialty en Toxicology and Occupational health working in the US as caregiver for elders, infants and special needs since 2009. At work my priority is safety, happiness and general well being of the caretaker on my care. Please call me Mercedes
5.0
"Mercedes is kind, knowledgeable, and connects with her clients on a personal level. You can not go wrong interviewing her to see if she is the right fit for your needs."
Cathy O.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Marilyn E, LPN. I would like to start out by telling you a little bit more about myself, I have been a CNA for 13 years I am now an LPN. I have worked at Pathways Rehab and Nursing for 8 years. I'm very dependable and reliable and will treat your family w the dignity and respect they deserve. I enjoy being one on one. I would...
Marilyn can also help with: Dementia, personal care, hospice services, respite care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Licensed Nurse
CNA
5.0
"Marilyn is very reliable and friendly she is a leader and we enjoyed her working with our family"
David W.
5.0
(8)
I am a Pca, Cna and residential counselor with over 16 years of experience. I provide my individuals with assistance in their activities of their daily living and I also am medication certified so I can assist with medicine management and appointments etc. I love what I do, it gives me great joy and fulfillment to help others...
Akosua can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, errands, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Akosua is one of the best caregivers I’ve ever encountered. She was very punctual, caring and went above and beyond to make my family member comfortable and loved. I would definitely recommend her to anyone needing tremendous care for their family members. "
Care member
Mary-kathleen B.
Albany, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Retired Rn Looking For Caregiver Position Part time. Companion And Help At Home, Errands.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Retired RN back in workforce , last 12 years many elder cases , cooking , cleaning , meds and Dr appts. Dementia, visually impaired patients, hospice . Activities of daily living . Really enjoy listening to people's life stories and seeing the joy as they relive their memories.
Fully vaccinated and boosted.
Mary-kathleen can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, companionship, dementia, errands, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Kate has served our family with nearly three wonderful years of caretaking for my 95 year old Nana. Her care and compassion are unmatched! My Nana has several chronic diseases that Kate helped our family navigate and treat with the same level of devotion and...
Katie B.
Motunrayo A.
Schenectady, NY
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
I am a compassionate and skilled Senior Caregiver with over 5 years of experience in providing high-quality care to seniors. Certified in CPR and First Aid, with expertise in vital signs monitoring, sugar checkups, and daily living assistance. While I do not drive, I have reliable alternative transportation arrangements that...
Motunrayo can also help with: Meal prep, errands, home modification, companionship, dementia, light cleaning & more
5.0
"I just want to express my sincere gratitude for the exceptional care provided by motunrayo for my grandmother. Her dedication and professionalism had significantly impacted my granny day-to-day life. Her attention to detail, empathy, and commitment to her work did...
Care member
5.0
(3)
I have over 20 years of experience working with the Elderly population.
I am professional, compassionate, and committed to providing the best care possible.
I can provide references.
Wendy can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, hospice services, companionship, errands & more
5.0
"Wendy is caring and went above and beyond to help. "
Blair M.
4.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have had 20 years of experience working as a certified nursing assistant. I am able to assist with walking and light exercise, plan and prepare meals, monitor food expiration dates, make beds and change linens as needed, perform light housekeeping to include dusting and vacuuming, assist with bathing, dressing and grooming,...
Lolita can also help with: Respite care, dementia, personal care
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Lolita is caring, compassionate, has great bedside manner, very dependable, a true professional. She took such great care of my mother; can't thank her enough. I absolutely recommend her!"
Scott B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 18 plus years experience as a caregiver. While providing quality care in all settings. I have had the opportunity to assist in providing care to various populations: Alzheimer, Lewy Body Dementia, Parkinson Disease, disabilities that are classified under the OPWDD umbrella. Additionally, I have provided tracheotomy care...
Leslie can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, meal prep, companionship, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Leslie was amazing! She cared for my father for a week until he passed away and in that time she became family. He was very medically complex and she handled it all so well. She was so attentive to my father and always went above and beyond. She even came over on a...
Colleen K.
I am a wonderful caregiver as I cared for my Mom, my husband I am caring for now who has Parkinson's disease. I retired 3 years ago from NYS Govt as an admin asst. I want to give back to Senior Citizens as they once cared for their families. I feel in my heart to keep Seniors in their homes and help their family by giving them a...
Sandra can also help with: Dementia, errands, light cleaning, transportation, meal prep, companionship & more
Roberta C.
Albany, NY
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as empathetic, caring, genuine
I like caring for seniors because I find it rewarding. I have over 20 years experience in this field.
I'm looking for a job that allows me to help families that are caring for loved ones and need assistance to allow them to remain in their homes. I am retired from my...
Roberta can also help with: Errands, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, respite care, meal prep & more
This is the beginning of my care-giving journey. I have worked in the emergency department in upstate NY for the past four years and before that I worked in a psych department for a year. I will be able to proved care for your loved one while you are away and do light house keeping as well if needed.
Chantel can also help with: Dementia
I am married have a child, 33 years old female, work with a doctor for 2 years as a doctor's assistant, I have a certificate in caregiver from Red Cross
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Meal preparation, medications, bath, groceries, cleaning. Have previous experiences with hoyer lift and ostomy.
Artie Sharmela can also help with: Personal care, mobility assistance, light cleaning, companionship, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
I'd describe my personality as Compassionate, empathetic and Kind
I like caring for seniors because it brings me joy that I can be able to give back and help
I'm looking for a job that makes me happy and to be able to give the care needed
I started caring for seniors a long time ago , in my family there are alot of seniors...
Chandanie can also help with: Dementia, companionship, live-in home care, light cleaning, meal prep
Michelle W.
Schenectady, NY
$30-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I am a nurse with almost 30 years of experience in home care, worked in hospitals and working at a plastic surgeons office. I have aides that work for me as well as I also cover cases. I will address any questions or concerns that you may have. I will do everything I can to keep people in their homes if that's where they choose...
Michelle can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, dementia, errands, light cleaning, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Licensed Nurse
I'm Victoria , & I'm a Certified cna! Very loving & understanding! Yu can give me a txt on here for more information!
Victoria can also help with: Home modification, meal prep, light cleaning, mobility assistance
Skills:
CNA
I am currently an educator and have been for 10 years. I am passionate about helping others. I enjoy going to the gym, spending time with my animals, crafting, and reading. I look forward to working with you!
Chelsea can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, transportation
Zainab T.
Schenectady, NY
$16-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Dedicated and empathetic caregiver with 2 years of experience providing care to elderly and 4+ years experience with disabled individuals. Skilled in daily living assistance, medication management and ensuring safe and comfortable environment.
Zainab can also help with: Meal prep, respite care, errands, light cleaning
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Recent caregiver reviews in Altamont, NY
Kayla C.
5.0
Kayla is a great addition to my parent care team. She is very dependable, friendly, and really caring towards my parents. One has dementia and the other has parkinsons, so she is very skilled at providing them the care they need. I would highly recommend Kayla.
- Care member
Mercedes G.
5.0
Mercedes is kind, knowledgeable, and connects with her clients on a personal level. You can not go wrong interviewing her to see if she is the right fit for your needs.
- Cathy O.
Marilyn E.
5.0
Marilyn is very reliable and friendly she is a leader and we enjoyed her working with our family
- David W.
Akosua D.
5.0
She was very dependable a very hard dedicated employee.
- Care member
Mary-kathleen B.
5.0
Kate has served our family with nearly three wonderful years of caretaking for my 95 year old Nana. Her care and compassion are unmatched! My Nana has several chronic diseases that Kate helped our family navigate and treat with the same level of devotion and attention that any one family member...
- Katie B.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Altamont, NY
What caregiver services can I find near me in Altamont, NY?
Most private senior caregiver services in Altamont, NY will offer companionship, safety supervision, and assistance with daily activities in the comfort of the person's home. Caregivers can help seniors to move safely around their home, provide social and emotional support, assist with different degrees of personal care (bathing, dressing, or feeding), and help with meal preparations or light housekeeping. They can also help your loved one with medication reminders, and some can even drive them to any errand or doctor appointments around Altamont.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Altamont, NY in 2025?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Altamont, NY on Care.com as of March, 2025 is $23.00 per hour. This cost may fluctuate depending on the type of assistance needed by your senior loved one and the caregiver's experience and certifications.
How do I find private caregivers near me in Altamont, NY?
There are currently 1 caregivers in Altamont, NY on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Altamont, NY or zip code, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options. From there, compare candidates by reading about their experience working with seniors, the type of caregiving services they provide, and their hourly rate. Be sure to run background checks and check references from other families in Altamont before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Altamont, NY background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Altamont, NY on Care.com are asked to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. Senior caregivers who complete this background check will have a badge on their profile displaying the date it was run. While CareCheck is a good start, we strongly recommend that you follow some additional steps for hiring a caregiver for seniors safely, which include interviewing candidates, checking references, and running your own background check. Visit our Safety Center to learn more.