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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: Home modification, dementia, errands, meal prep, mobility assistance, light cleaning & more
4.6
(9)
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: Dementia, companionship, light cleaning, personal care, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Casey is exceptional! She is kind and caring, reliable and dependable. We hired her to care for my elderly mother and could not be happier. She is always on time , does anything we ask of her , and doesn’t have to be told to do every little thing. She takes the...
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Kailee K.
Hudson, NY
$20-40/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I worked at CMH as a PCA for 4 years. I'm very experienced in caring for the elderly, wether it was helping patients with getting stronger and healthier again or giving the patients and their families nurturing care during their final days. I'm able to assist with bathing, toileting, feeding, transferring and spending quality...
Kailee can also help with: Errands, companionship, meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Kailee is compassionate, kind, dedicated and dependable. If you need help with Senior care, I highly recommend Kailee. She was always punctual and provided excellent service to my 85 year-old father who was recovering from multiple hospitalizations. Kailee helped...
Jennifer R.
Pamela T.
Hudson, NY
$15-30/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: Dementia, light cleaning, respite care, errands, 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, meal prep, personal care, errands
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, respite care, live-in home care
Jessica V.
Earlton, NY
$20-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
My name is Jessica. I have 9 years experience Taking care of the elderly and three years on a dementia unit as a CNA. I also worked at a physical & Occupational Therapy rehab at the same nursing home. I have Experience with cleaning, organizing, customer service , children and I have great references. I am currently a mother of...
Jessica can also help with: Personal care, dementia
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
I am a professional caregiver for elders and love my job. I am also a qualified Physical Therapist from the UK. I am totally committed to helping my clients get the most out of day-to-day life. I feel very blessed to be doing this work. I can help with daily errands, light housekeeping, light meal preparation, and general...
Kristina can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
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: Personal care, dementia, hospice services, respite 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, Compassionate, loving.
I like caring for seniors because it makes me feel good knowing I can help someone in need and also make their life more meaningful and special.
I'm looking for a job that I can provide compassion and excellent care.
I started caring for seniors when my grandfather...
Christopher can also help with: Errands, mobility assistance, light cleaning, home modification, meal prep, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
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, respite care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
I have worked with elders recovering from stroke and seizures, those recovering from hip surgery, those who have Parkinson's and those who have slight dementia or Alzheimer's. I have assisted with all aspects of personal care, given massage, cooked meals and provided opportunities for recreation and exercise.
I taught for many...
Patricia can also help with: Mobility assistance, respite care, dementia, companionship, personal care, hospice services & more
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: Light cleaning, dementia, errands, meal prep
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, light cleaning, live-in home care, companionship, errands & 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.
Dominique N.
Saugerties, NY
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
35+ Years Nursing Experience Caring Compassionate Proficient Care Beginning To End.
5.0
(10)
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: Visiting nurse, dementia, hospice services, personal care, respite care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Dominique has cared for my father with the most kindness and thoughtfulness! I was nervous about hiring someone I didn't know, but she was so natural and gentle with him, and with her level of experience, I felt a real sense of relief knowing that she truly cared...
Nadja L.
5.0
(12)
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, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, errands, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"I am a home health care physical therapist and had had the pleasure of working with clients that Cindy cares for. She takes her job seriously and genuinely cares about her clients and their families. She is skilled, attentive and willing to follow through with...
Carolyn G.
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: Companionship, hospice services, errands, dementia, live-in home care, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Christina is a caring, experienced, trustworthy and kind caregiver I would recommend to anyone who is lucky enough to get her!"
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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, companionship, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Kristen has been invaluable to the care of my mother in law. She's helpful and goes above and beyond our expectations. She has pulled my mother in law out of her shell so much, my mother in law adores her. We could not have asked for a more wonderful care...
Shelly A.
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: Errands, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, home modification, companionship & more
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
I don't have specific Senior Care experience, but have provided care for children in various capacities including nanny for 10 years in addition to roles as companion to teens with special needs and house manager to a special needs family.
Brenda can also help with: Companionship, transportation, light cleaning, meal prep, errands
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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.
Kailee K.
5.0
Kailee is compassionate, kind, dedicated and dependable. If you need help with Senior care, I highly recommend Kailee. She was always punctual and provided excellent service to my 85 year-old father who was recovering from multiple hospitalizations. Kailee helped with everything from companionship...
- Jennifer R.
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.
Dominique N.
5.0
Would definitely recommend! Dominque is competent, conscientious, and dedicated. We are grateful to have found her.
- Mary S.
Cindy H.
5.0
I am a home health care physical therapist and had had the pleasure of working with clients that Cindy cares for. She takes her job seriously and genuinely cares about her clients and their families. She is skilled, attentive and willing to follow through with requests from a therapist such as...
- Carolyn G.
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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 January, 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.