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60 caregivers are listed in Amherst, MA
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby caregivers is 4 years
Caregivers in Amherst, MA
5.0
(7)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 6 years of experience. I can help with ADLs. I have worked with a quadriplegic client, autism, behavioral, dementia, Alzheimer's, returning home from surgery, and hospice. I have worked for the State of Illinois, and have been certified through the State of California to do home care. Very active and attentive...
Curtis can also help with: Hospice services, errands, companionship, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Curtis was an amazing co-worker on a tough case. He was always helpful, positive attitude and energy along with being consistent."
Touradj M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
With nursing skills, empathetic and compassionate. Treats clients with dignity. The wellbeing of my client is my utmost responsibility.
Moi can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"My family absolutely loves Moi's family. We tried to hire them, but were unable to do so, with strange circumstances. We will definitely look into hiring Moi's family in the future when we are able to do so."
Steve D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have lived in the USA for five years, immigrated from Brazil, now an American citizen. Coming from the field of journalism and facing a new reality here in this country, I discovered my passion in helping people. I decided to dedicate myself more to this field and I am
currently studying a degree in Psycho-Pedagogy. My study...
Ridan can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, errands
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Ridan is an excellent PCA. He has a bright, sunny, disposition and a carefree manner. Ridan has proven to be punctual, responsible, observant, as well as able to adapt to the progression of our family member's disease and resulting changes to the care plan.
When...
Todd K.
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am an experienced personal caregiver with a nursing background. I drive and have a COR certification. I have worked with senior citizens, people with disabilities and children for over five years. I live in Amherst and own an LLC that helps with staffing for caregivers, house help, cleaning and baby sitting. We are also...
Picha can also help with: Companionship, dementia, meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
I am a Licensed Nurse's Aide and Home Health Aide looking to help care for you or your loved one in the familiar comfort of home. I have worked as a special needs care provider for over 20 years and became a Certified Nurse Assistant and Home Health Aid in both Massachusetts and Vermont in 2016. I have worked with the elderly...
Sabrina can also help with: Companionship, dementia, personal care, mobility assistance, respite care, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
Katelyn M.
Amherst, MA
$20-30/hr
As a compassionate caregiver, I have extensive experience supporting individuals across various ages and abilities. Currently, I work as a PT rehab aide for older adults, helping with rehabilitation programs that enhance mobility, strength, and quality of life. I've also provided personal care for older family members, giving me...
Katelyn can also help with: Transportation, dementia, respite care, errands, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Hello & nice to meet you!! About me, I am a compassionate care giver who is gentle, patient, and focused on the physical and mental well being and comfort of my clients.
My passion for caregiving agrees with me culturally and spiritually, as it's an important calling and enables me to make a positive difference in the world....
Joey can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, home modification, companionship, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Joey is an absolute keeper and an angel. He is responsible, compassionate, caring, on time, goes the extra mile, is always in a good mood and, easy to work with. I would highly reccommend contacting Joey for care for your loved one. When Joey was there, i never...
Judith F.
I have had 15+ years with active caregiving in in-home, hospital, and nursing home settings. I am certified with BLS, glucose testing for diabetes, CPR, first aid, and have brought experience with autism and schizophrenia as well.
Jeanne can also help with: Hospice services, errands, dementia, light cleaning, respite care, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CNA
I have personal experience as a primary caregiver for my elderly mother in law when she became very ill and bedridden while living in our home. During the course of several years I assisted her at various times with bathing, dressing, feeding, meal prep, medication management, blood sugar testing and insulin injections,...
Laura can also help with: Errands, transportation, meal prep, light cleaning
Deborah M.
Amherst, MA
$16-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
I hold a CNA license and have experience in Memory Care and Assisted Living. I have provided personalized, attentive care for seniors at all levels of independence. I am skilled in ADLs, medication administration, dementia care, and maintaining a safe, clean environment. I have worked closely with families and nurses to ensure...
Deborah can also help with: Home modification, light cleaning, errands, meal prep
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
CNA
Greetings, My name is Malcolm, and I have over 24 years of caregiver experience. I am looking to fulfill any caregiver services in addition to my current employment as an Activities Coordinator at the Rockridge Retirement Community in Northampton, MA. There, I was awarded Employee of the Month in October 2023, and regularly get...
Jessie P.
Northampton, MA
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Intuitive . Elder Coupled By Humor And The Strength To Navigate The Uncharted Aging Process
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 11 years of caregiving and hospice experience. I have excellent references. I have cared for a range of elders from an abstract expressionist to an academy award winning writer to full time mothers (who often receive no awards (wink)), Academics and Activist. I am well versed in memory loss. I am looking for 5 consecutive...
Jessie can also help with: Light cleaning, live-in home care, errands, dementia, hospice services, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Jessie is a reliable, hard working, intelligent woman with a sunny deposition. She was able to keep the situation cheerful even in the worst of times. Jessie cared for my Dad 24/7. She was caring and kind. She was there for him right up til the end."
Cora H.
Jakeline D.
Hadley, MA
$25-50/hr • 9 yrs exp
Caregiver Since 16, CNA For 6 Years, Passionate About Making Senior Feel Cared For, Safe And Valued
I'd describe my personality as caring, dedicated, and compassionate
I like caring for seniors because I have deep
passion on caring for others. Providing them with support, dignity, and companionship gives me a sense of fulfillment, knowing I can make positive impact on their life.
Jakeline can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, dementia, mobility assistance
Jasmin J.
Northampton, MA
$20-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello my name is Jasmin and I love to support elderly women in an in home environment. I pride myself on being kind and caring. I currently work at Linda Manor, Assisted Living Facility that serves elderly people. There my position is a server in the kitchen. I give elderly people dinner, drinks and dessert. Effective verbal...
Jasmin can also help with: Home modification, dementia
I have taken care of a variety of different people. People with multiple sclerosis, down syndrome, dementia, Alzheimer's to people who just needed companionship. I have taken care of some great ladies. .
Kim can also help with: Personal care, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, dementia, companionship & more
I know how hard it is to find someone who can help us with our dear ones.
All the concerns and worries.
I was taking care of my own parents and helping taking care of my grandparents.
I'm mature, reliable, trustworthy. I am a warm and loving, caregiver with calm, peaceful energy.
I have all the experience taking care of my both...
Teresa can also help with: Light cleaning, live-in home care, meal prep, errands, dementia, transportation & more
Cierra-rose S.
South Deerfield, MA
$20-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Cierra-Rose Sheldon, and I am passionate about providing compassionate and reliable care for seniors. As someone who values kindness and patience, I strive to create a supportive and positive environment for the individuals I care for.
I have experience assisting seniors with daily activities such as meal...
Cierra-rose can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, errands, live-in home care, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Hi there,
I am a Compassionate caregiver with a positive attitude with over one year of experience providing exceptional care to the elderly. I am skilled in assisting with daily living activities, including medication administration, meal preparation and transportation.
Faith can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, meal prep, errands
I have over 20 yrs of experience as a PCA/ Caretaker. I truly enjoy helping others and I have a great outgoing compassionate personality. I am a positive respectful person who is a great communicator and understands what it takes to help others thrive, while assisting them with all aspects of their personal care needs!
Danielle can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, respite care, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Nursing assistant with three years of inpatient experience working with hospice and cardiovascular patients. Senior care available.
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, errands, respite care, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
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Recent caregiver reviews in Amherst, MA
Curtis H.
5.0
I hired Curtis to care for my husband, Jim, who has a spinal cord injury. I could not have chosen a better caregiver than Curtis. He is responsible, kind, caring and compassionate with my husband. He has a great sense of humor and he and Jim laugh and have a lot of fun together. He encourages Jim...
- Eunice M.
Moi M.
5.0
My family absolutely loves Moi's family. We tried to hire them, but were unable to do so, with strange circumstances. We will definitely look into hiring Moi's family in the future when we are able to do so.
- Steve D.
Ridan D.
5.0
Ridan is an excellent PCA. He communicates well and has a bright, sunny, disposition and a carefree manner. Ridan has proven to be punctual, responsible, observant, as well as able to adapt to the progression of our family member's condition and resulting changes to the care plan.
When not...
- Todd K.
Joey S.
5.0
Joey is an absolute keeper and an angel. He is responsible, compassionate, caring, on time, goes the extra mile, is always in a good mood and, easy to work with. I would highly reccommend contacting Joey for care for your loved one. When Joey was there, i never had to worry about ANYTHING!!!
- Judith F.
Jessie P.
5.0
Jessie filled a live in role to care for my mother who was suffering from Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, COPD and several other quality of life limiting issues for over 2 years.
Jessie did a fantastic job. She always provided love and compassion with dignity. I would hear my mother, in lucid moments,...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Amherst, MA
What caregiver services can I find near me in Amherst, MA?
Most private senior caregiver services in Amherst, MA 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 Amherst.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Amherst, MA in 2025?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Amherst, MA on Care.com as of March, 2025 is $22.00 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 Amherst, MA?
There are currently 11 caregivers in Amherst, MA on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Amherst, MA 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 Amherst before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Amherst, MA background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Amherst, MA 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.
Ratings for Amherst, MA caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Caregivers in Amherst, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 60 listed caregivers.