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I have been providing companion care for the elderly for 30 years. I am kind, caring, and compassionate. I have cared for people with dementia, diabetes and Parkinson disease. I am fully vaccinated. I am a good cook.
Johnna Elizebeth can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, mobility assistance, errands, meal prep
Myriam B.
Canaan, CT
$20-25/hr
Hi! My name is Myriam and I am someone who is compassionate and patient, with extensive experience working in caregiving roles. I've developed strong skills in understanding individual needs, providing emotional support, and fostering a sense of comfort and connection. These qualities translate seamlessly into caring for elderly...
Myriam can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, transportation
Prior experience includes caring for the elderly so they can still live at home, have companionship, light housekeeping, meal prep, med monitoring, transport to doctor's appointments, run errands, etc. Clients have had Alzheimer's, diabetics, cancer, and simply just older and needing assistance. Compassionate, flexible schedule,...
Jennifer can also help with: Visiting physician, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, transportation, dementia & more
Kathleen B.
Norfolk, CT
$30-50/hr
Compassionate caregiver who is able to provide a number of services to patients to make them feel comfortable and safe at all times. Who knows how to keep a level head during emergencies. Possess certification in first aid techniques as well as CPR. Excel at exemplifying proper bedside manner. Specialization in looking after...
Kathleen can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep, live-in home care, errands & more
Andrise P.
Lakeville, CT
$40/hr • 7 yrs exp
I'm a caregiver for over 7 years. Caring, loving, dependable, reliable and trustworthy are my passion for my client that I consider as family. I love to cook. I have a true passion and understanding of what it takes to care for and support elders and their families- I'm looking to provide companionship to seniors in and/or out...
Andrise can also help with: Errands, meal prep, live-in home care, transportation, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
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: Dementia, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, live-in home care, 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.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello and thank you for reviewing my profile!
A little bit about me: I am a caring and enthusiastic professional. I spent the beginning of my adulthood working as a registered nurse, with the majority of my 20-year nursing career spent caring for senior citizens in various settings such as home care, hospice, and skilled...
Kimberly can also help with: Dementia, errands, companionship, light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep & more
5.0
"Kim has gone above and beyond with our mom. She is experienced, kind, compassionate, and has an incredible work ethic. She is always at her best and treats the person and family she is working with love and respect. She quickly became one of the family and found...
Nancy B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a certified senior caregiver for 20 years. I have experience working with patients that have dementia, Alzheimer's, needed home dialysis, & hospice care. The services I provide are assistance cooking, light housekeeping, dressing, bathing, going to doctor appointments, grocery shopping, going for outings, physical...
Oksana can also help with: Hospice services, personal care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Oksana is very knowledgeable, caring, supportive, and she got my Mom back in good health."
Carl T.
5.0
(3)
For the past 20 years, I have worked in local nursing homes and as a home-care nurse. I specialize in aiding families to coordinate/organize the needs for elderly loved ones; such as transportation, medications, medical equipment, finding full/part time care, feeding, cleaning, home organization, etc.
Recently, the importance...
Anne Marie can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning, errands, home modification, hospice services, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
I love to engage in everyday stimulating conversation with my seniors. I closely supervise to avoid wandering. I give oral medications and remind them to take their medications when they sometimes forget.
Peney can also help with: Meal prep, live-in home care, errands, personal care
I have been a companion/homemaker for the elderly in the past and I loved it. I have done and will do light housekeeping, medication reminders, pet care, cooking/preparing food, shopping, helping to get dressed, monitoring, transporting to appointments, or basically anything they might need, etc.
I am very patient, reliable,...
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care, respite care, meal prep, errands, transportation & more
My name is Deb. I've been a caregiver for 10+ years. I have been working with a diverse clientele ranging in age and personal care needs. In my past life prior to elderly care, I have also worked in group homes caring for individuals of all ages who are mentally challenged, struggle with behavior, cerebral palsy, blind and with...
Debra can also help with: Mobility assistance, respite care, companionship, dementia, personal care, hospice services & more
Hi! My name is Anna, I am a current nursing student looking for a part-time caregiver position. I have previous clinical experience in foundations of nursing, medical surgical nursing, pediatrics and obstetrics. I am patient and kind and I enjoy creating relationships with those that I work with. I feel it is important to be...
Anna can also help with: Personal care, visiting nurse, hospice services, dementia
Skills:
CNA
I currently work in the emergency room as a patient advocate. I lived for over 20 years with my elderly mother and my grandmother. They have both since passed, but I was a caregiver to both. I took them to doctors' appointments, helped with personal care and housekeeping, as well as meal planning and preparation. I also would...
Arlene can also help with: Mobility assistance, errands, meal prep, companionship, transportation, light cleaning & more
I have worked as a Pca through First Light Home care , Tempus Unlimited , United Cerebral Palsy . I really enjoy helping people . I have been a Pca for over 10 years now and I really enjoy it
Senior caregiver
Rosemarie can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep
Valerie H.
Litchfield, CT
$17-21/hr • 8 yrs exp
Compassionate caregiver with over six years of experience caring for seniors. I provide full support for the sandwich generation. My experience includes companion care, medication administration with documentation, food preparation observing a balanced nutrition. Experienced with PEG tube feeding or mixed nutritional needs....
Valerie can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, errands, light cleaning, transportation
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Home Health Aide
Hello!
I have experience from infancy through to elderly. I work mainly in the social services field. I have had experience working odd jobs caring for elderly and through an internship at a senior center. I love working with all ages, especially seniors as they always have such great stories and I respect them so much.
I...
Katie can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, light cleaning, hospice services, errands
Experienced and compassionate caregiver with over 17 years of expertise in child and elderly care, specializing in developmental behavior, housekeeping, and medical support. I have worked in diverse settings, including children's hospitals, daycares, and private homes, providing personalized care for children of all ages,...
Terencia can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, transportation, dementia, respite care & more
Jinnery C.
Torrington, CT
$17/hr • 5 yrs exp
Personal Care Aide | Making A Difference, One Connection At A Time
I really enjoy caring for seniors because it's so rewarding. During my time as a Personal Care Aide, I built great connections with my clients and made sure they always felt valued and supported. Helping with their daily needs and just being there to offer company is something I find truly fulfilling. My background in office...
Jinnery can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, dementia, errands, light cleaning, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Hi! My name is Caitlin and I have my Master's Degree in Education, but I absolutely love working with elderly individuals. I used to be an aid for a physically handicapped woman for several years, and I truly loved every minute. We took drives together, went thrift shopping, did projects together in the home, and so much more....
Caitlin can also help with: Live-in home care, errands, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep & more
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Recent caregiver reviews in Canaan, CT
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.
Kimberly G.
5.0
Kim has gone above and beyond with our mom. She is experienced, kind, compassionate, and has an incredible work ethic. She is always at her best and treats the person and family she is working with love and respect. She quickly became one of the family and found her way into my mom's heart. Mom was...
- Nancy B.
Oksana D.
5.0
Oksana is very knowledgeable, caring, supportive, and she got my Mom back in good health.
- Carl T.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Canaan, CT
What caregiver services can I find near me in Canaan, CT?
Most private senior caregiver services in Canaan, CT 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 Canaan.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Canaan, CT in 2025?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Canaan, CT on Care.com as of March, 2025 is $20.67 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 Canaan, CT?
There are currently 3 caregivers in Canaan, CT on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Canaan, CT 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 Canaan before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Canaan, CT background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Canaan, CT 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.