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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: Light cleaning, home modification, dementia, errands, meal prep, mobility assistance & 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, personal care, meal prep, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Casey is kind, considerate and professional. She makes my dad feel valued and important. "
Care member
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: Respite care, dementia, personal care, light cleaning, errands
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: Personal care, meal prep, errands, light cleaning
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
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, hospice services, personal care, respite care, dementia
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: Respite care, personal care, hospice services, dementia
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
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: Personal care, hospice services, dementia, respite care, mobility assistance, companionship & 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: Meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, errands
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: Light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, live-in home care, errands, dementia & 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/hr • 10 yrs exp
Helping One Person Might Not Change The World, But It Could Change The World For One Person
5.0
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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: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands, companionship, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
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: Visiting nurse, respite care, hospice services, dementia, personal care
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Licensed Nurse
CPR
5.0
"Would definitely recommend! Dominque is competent, conscientious, and dedicated. We are grateful to have found her."
Mary S.
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: Dementia, companionship, meal prep, mobility assistance, light cleaning, errands & 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: Dementia, live-in home care, errands, companionship, light cleaning, hospice services & 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!"
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: Dementia, errands, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
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, home modification, companionship, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
Vernetta B.
Craryville, NY
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
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: Mobility assistance, meal prep, home modification, light cleaning, errands, respite care & more
Skills:
CNA
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: Home modification, personal care, hospice services, live-in home care, dementia, respite 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: Dementia, respite care, personal 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.
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 is very caring and attentive she's very outgoing and she follows her schedule she was even able to get my grandfather to eat his vegetables she's very compassionate and she had a great relationship with my grandfather while she was taking care of him I would highly recommend Angelina
- 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
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 March, 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.