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Dependable and compassionate caregiver. Have experience with dementia, alzheimers, and physical limitations. Provide basic house cleaning, cooking, and food prep. Flexible schedule.
Deann can also help with: Mobility assistance, errands, dementia, home modification, meal prep, light cleaning & more
4.6
(10)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I Love the elderly and have background Experience with Seniors of all medical conditions specifically with Dementia and Alzheimer's. Compassionate Caregiving is my heartbeat. I am also available for overnights.
Casey can also help with: Personal care, dementia, companionship, errands, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Casey is a wonderful person who helped our family tremendously caring for my elderly Uncle. She brought in hospice care to provide many of things he needed and has been providing excellent care for him. I a truly so happy we found Casey!"
Margaret R.
Pamela T.
Hudson, NY
$16-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
I am a compassionate and experienced caregiver dedicated to providing exceptional support and care to individuals in need. With over 8 years of experience in caregiving I possesses a deep understanding of the importance of empathy, patience and kindness.
As a dedicated caregiver, I am committed to delivering personalized care...
Pamela can also help with: Errands, dementia, light cleaning, respite care, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Errands/Shopping as well as provide companionship and light housekeeping duties.
I am fun-loving, caring, organized and responsible. I have a keen sense of humor and do my best to create a friendly atmosphere wherever I find myself. I enjoy reading,...
Tanika can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, personal care
Experienced senior caregiver available to assist you or your loved one during a time of need. Compassionate, intelligent, skilled with a friendly and sincere personality.
Joyce can also help with: Personal care, live-in home care, respite care
Growing up I've always had a strong desire to help others in any way that I could. Currently I am in nursing school and halfway done with my dream of becoming an RN! I began working with, and caring for, seniors on and off since 2013. In total, I've worked with over 20 seniors with development disabilities, dementia,...
Kayla can also help with: Home modification, dementia, hospice services, respite care, personal care
Christopher P.
Coxsackie, NY
$50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Compassionate Caregiver With 12 Years Experience In Assisted Living And Private Home Care
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as caring, nurturing, compassionate
I like caring for seniors because I love giving a persons loved ones good quality care
I'm looking for a job that I can use my skills to make someone's quality of life better
I started caring for seniors when I was 18 and my great grandmother got sick and my...
Christopher can also help with: Light cleaning, home modification, meal prep, mobility assistance
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Stacy C.
Ghent, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello, I would like to introduce myself. My name is Stacy. I am a trustworthy, dependable, reliable and compassionate caregiver. the work I do is an extension of myself. I have 24 years experience, which includes but is not limited to: CNA/PCA/Homecare, VP to a private duty homecare agency, caregiver, companion, and Hospice...
Stacy can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, personal care, respite care
As one of the region's most trusted caregivers I am now accepting new clients. If you or a loved one needs high quality in home care, including but not limited to the following services: Dementia/Alzheimer's Care, Companion Care, (Meal prep, Activities, and Socialization, so your loved one is safe, and you feel supported) - I...
Stephanie can also help with: Personal care, dementia, respite care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Tracy G.
Catskill, NY
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have 10 years experience with long term care and 10 years working with mentally challenged individuals. In those years I've bathed, dressed, fed, performed ADL'S, gave meds to including hooking up tube feeds. I've done light housekeeping and gave care and compassion to each individual I've cared for. Also a diabetic so I'm...
Tracy can also help with: Errands, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep
Vernetta B.
Craryville, NY
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
This is a message for anyone in search of excellent care and companionship for an older adult in their lives in the Southern Berkshires and Columbia county
My name is vernetta and I'm currently seeking full-time employment as an in-home caregiver my heart is still bound most dearly to the safekeeping of older adults and their...
Vernetta can also help with: Respite care, home modification, errands, light cleaning, mobility assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"As a nursing home resident who requires different aspects of care I have been fortunate to have Vernetta B. as a CNA on numerous occasions. I have benefited from her knowledge and experience in providing not only personal care such as bathing and dressing, but...
Amy O.
4.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Have been providing in home senior care for over 10 years now. I can assist with personal care, bathing, dressing, toileting, basic hygiene. I can do housekeeping (absolutely love to clean!) Run errands, shopping, laundry, basic meal prep. I'm very compassionate and have a huge heart for the elderly. I always want to help in...
Angel can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, companionship, errands, live-in home care, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
4.0
"Angel is so kind and sweet. She immediately put my kind at ease about any concerns I had. She always get back to me promptly and tries to accommodate last minute requests if at all possible. I highly recommend her."
Amber B.
Angelina P.
Selkirk, NY
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Helping One Person Might Not Change The World, But It Could Change The World For One Person
5.0
(12)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Compassionate caregiver with 20 years of experience with Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, hospice, dementia and companion care as well. I have also worked in the human service field for 8 years so have allot of experience with different physical and mental disabilities. I love being a caregiver because you can make an enormous...
Angelina can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, companionship, errands, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Definitely recommend! Angelina was always on time and happy to see us. She is very well organized and cares about the work she is doing. She wasn't just someone taking care of my mother she became part of the family. Not only was my mother taken care of. 100% but...
Jamie M.
Dominique N.
Saugerties, NY
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
35+ Years Nursing Experience Caring Compassionate Proficient Care Beginning To End.
5.0
(12)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
I have over 40 years of experience as a caregiver and nurse. I have worked in a home, hospital, and facilities.
I believe everyone should be able to stay at home. to be close to those who love them in familiar surroundings. you are entitled to be treated with dignity and respect. And above all, to help in any way I can to...
Dominique can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, personal care, visiting nurse, respite care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
Licensed Nurse
5.0
"We are so grateful to have found Dominique. She is wonderful with my mother and has been a huge asset to our family. She has had wonderful ideas for different ways to keep my mom engaged and entertained and is always willing to help out with taking her to...
Care member
5.0
(13)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I worked with children for many years. I've cared for the elderly before teaching and also worked with children of special needs. I came back to where I love being and that is with the elder.
I've been caring for the elderly for over 28years. I've worked in nursing homes and privately in many homes. I'm experienced with...
Cindy can also help with: Mobility assistance, dementia, companionship, errands, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"My husband and I highly recommend Cindy for senior care. Cindy was an amazing healthcare assistant. Cindy took care of my mother in law for a little over a year when my husband and I were at work. My mother in law has Parkinson's disease, and Cindy helped her to...
Kelly H.
5.0
(2)
Hello. I have been a PCA for 10years. I have been doing private care work for seniors in Albany and Greene county for about 8years. I have experience with care for Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, Dementia, Stroke and Hospice. I'm also very happy to help with household as well as care for the client.
Christina can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, companionship, errands, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Christina has cared for clients in our network - reliable, compassionate & experienced ! "
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have over 30 years experience in care giving. I have worked for many families in the Delmar, Glenmont and Slingerlands areas. I specialize in Alzheimer's patients but have cared for many patients who require different needs. I have always had wonderful rapport with my patients and their families. I have many references both...
Kristin can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, companionship, errands, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Kristin is very trustworthy and is a natural caregiver. She has all of the character traits that you would look for, patience, respect, experience and compassion. Kristin has exceeded our expectations and has been a blessing to our family."
Brian G.
Friendly, outgoing, and healthy Licensed Practical Nurse available to work as a caregiver with your loved one. I have worked in various areas of the nursing field including homes, urgent care, hospitals, and long term care settings. Non smoker, children and animal lover. Happy to prepare meals and assist in daily activities.
Lisa can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, companionship, errands, hospice services, home modification & more
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
Ive been in the healthcare field for 32 years now... I love working with elderly people, and strive to make their lives just a little bit easier. Ive done private duty home care, Ive worked with agencies, and in nursing homes. I have held two NYS CNA licenses, I have my PCA/HHA certificates, I also just finished a phlebotomy...
Julie can also help with: Respite care, home modification, dementia, hospice services, personal care, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
I have worked with seniors since I was 20 years old. I absolutely love being able to help someone gain some of their independence back and also building a great relationship along the way. I have worked with physically challenged patients, mentally, and then some that just needed someone to spend time with, go for walks and talk...
Alyssa can also help with: Personal care, dementia, respite care
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Recent caregiver reviews in Athens, NY
Casey S.
5.0
Casey is a wonderful person who helped our family tremendously caring for my elderly Uncle. She brought in hospice care to provide many of things he needed and has been providing excellent care for him. I a truly so happy we found Casey!
- Margaret R.
Vernetta B.
5.0
As a nursing home resident who requires different aspects of care I have been fortunate to have Vernetta B. as a CNA on numerous occasions. I have benefited from her knowledge and experience in providing not only personal care such as bathing and dressing, but also positioning to keep me...
- Amy O.
Angel D.
4.0
Angel is so kind and sweet. She immediately put my kind at ease about any concerns I had. She always get back to me promptly and tries to accommodate last minute requests if at all possible. I highly recommend her.
- Amber B.
Angelina P.
5.0
Angie always came with great sense of humor and a story. She would really do anything necessary to help me. I enjoyed the time with her. She was always punctual and I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for help and support.
- Care member
Dominique N.
5.0
We are so grateful to have found Dominique. She is wonderful with my mother and has been a huge asset to our family. She has had wonderful ideas for different ways to keep my mom engaged and entertained and is always willing to help out with taking her to appointments and on errands. Most...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Athens, NY
What caregiver services can I find near me in Athens, NY?
Most private senior caregiver services in Athens, 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 Athens.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Athens, NY in 2025?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Athens, NY on Care.com as of April, 2025 is $25.00 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 Athens, NY?
There are currently 1 caregivers in Athens, NY on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Athens, 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 Athens before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Athens, NY background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Athens, 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.