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60 caregivers are listed in Cranston, RI
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of December 2024
The average experience for nearby caregivers is 7 years
Caregivers in Cranston, RI
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 24 years of experience. I can help with meal prep, light housekeeping, Transportation Services and Errands/Shopping. I have experience with senior care, as well as, working with severe to profound multi-handicapped individuals.
Kelly can also help with: Errands, meal prep, mobility assistance, companionship
5.0
"Kelly is very easy to work with. She is compassionate, flexible, understanding and in a short period of time, connected quickly with my father. Kelly knows how to enforce boundaries in a respectful manner. She was very communicative, always punctual and extremely...
Jennifer W.
Hello I am a 6 year experienced caregiver. I've worked with diabetics, I've worked with mental health adult clients as well as bed bound clients I also work with paraplegic clients. I absolutely love helping and caring for others. I have almost no limits. I am willing to do errands, housework, dressing, bathing, some med...
Stephanie can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, companionship, transportation, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Home Health Aide
I am a real estate agent and have prior experience with the elderly, due to having my own cleaning business. I have a great sense of humor and always try to make people laugh ma, know matter what their situation is. I feel elderly people have so much wisdom and I love to listen to their life stories. My family member has...
Sharon can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care, meal prep, errands, transportation
Christina G.
Cranston, RI
$19-23/hr
I've lived with my grand parents all my life and helped care for them. I still help care for my grandmother. Even though I haven't done caregiver work professionally I've done everything from transportation, meal preparation, medication application/reminders, and errand running!
Christina can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, transportation, errands
I have 7 years of compassionate caregiving in geriatrics and with animals. I'm very passionate about my job and clients. I make sure to attend to all my client needs in a kind and professional manner. I have experience providing day to day living, administrating medicine, maintaining a stable routine, a pleasant environment,...
Ashley can also help with: Meal prep, live-in home care, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
I have worked in the direct care field for almost 20 years before coming to the administrative side. I have always enjoyed my time as a caregiver to both children and adults. Recently I have started working part-time with a 94-year-old woman with Alzheimer's. She had opened me up to wanting to do more with seniors. my own mother...
Shelley can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, transportation, meal prep, respite care, errands & more
Bethany C.
Cranston, RI
$29/hr • 10 yrs exp
Job That Is Preferable A Home Care Setting Taking Care Of A Senior
I have been an RN for more than 20 years in a hospital setting with 7-8 years doing geriatric I am a dependable, honest, and hard working individual.
I'd describe my personality as Kind, honest, dependable.
I like caring for seniors because they deserve good care and they need someone who is kind and respectful
I'm looking...
Bethany can also help with: Dementia, errands, transportation, home modification, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
(1)
I have over 10 years of experience in various areas of senior care. I can help with light housekeeping, laundry, heating up meals, errands, or just companionship. I am a certified home health aide and have done hospice volunteering as well. I enjoy the elderly population and love to hear their stories and experiences while...
Cindy Harry can also help with: Meal prep, errands, respite care, light cleaning
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Cindy has provided my Mom with exceptional care for the last 7 months. She has truly made my Mom's "Summer and early Fall months" in Providence so enjoyable! She is willing to do anything that is needed. Cindy is adventurous, capable, fun, understanding, good...
Catharine B.
5.0
(10)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I have over 5 years of experience I have a degree in administration and also holds a CNA License in good standing. I have experience working in Skilled Nursing home. I also have experience with dementia, ALS, bed bound, incontinent care etc
speciality is caring for bed bound individuals with very little mobility. I am...
Natasha can also help with: Meal prep, mobility assistance, light cleaning, companionship, personal care
Skills:
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Natasha was very attentive and gentle with our mom during her last day on earth, and we were so grateful. It was the first day she met her and she treated her with compassion and respect. We would recommend Natasha very highly."
Care member
5.0
(18)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
A little about me (a non-medical caregiver).
I am an experienced companion with a laid-back style & thrive when in a one on one situation.
I can provide conversation & company for games, hobbies & activities, help with various small projects, laundry, errands & meals, provide safety assurance, transportation, shopping & so on....
Rhonda can also help with: Respite care, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, companionship, mobility assistance & more
5.0
"I was a pharmacy manager overseeing Rhonda's role as a delivery driver. Our patients always speak highly of Rhonda and she is very dependable and dedicated to her job. It is clear in her work ethic that she cares genuinely about the patients we serve and is...
John H.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am a recently retired 62-year-old RN with 20+ years medical/surgical experience from Memorial Hospital.. I also have 15+ years experience taking care of seniors in their home. I'm experienced in all aspects of medical care as well as dealing with clients and their families. I most recently cared for a woman with dementia as...
Cheryl can also help with: Visiting physician, dementia, personal care
5.0
"What a find! Hired Cheryl to care for my elderly mother and I couldn't be more pleased. Cheryl is a compassionate professional who offers nursing care, companionship and handles some chores around the house. Care.com asks if I would hire Cheryl again, I said yes,...
Patricia G.
Paula G.
East Providence, RI
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
As an experienced energetic caregiver with a degree in mental health and CNA, over 10 years of in-home care experience, I am dedicated to providing top-quality care for seniors. I have a deep understanding of the challenges that come with senior care, and I am passionate about working with elderly.
I have qualities such as...
Paula can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, errands, hospice services, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Paula is a lovely and kind person. I can tell that she loves what she does and I am sure she will give all the attention, support and love needed."
Beatriz B.
Deborah G.
Warwick, RI
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a big heart for helping individuals. I have been in the medical field for 20+ years. I have taken care of my own family as well friends family members.
I would love the opportunity to put a smile on your loved one's face, I am kind, caring and compassionate and respectful.
I am trained in all areas and levels of care....
Deborah can also help with: Light cleaning, mobility assistance, errands, meal prep, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"I hired Deborah to take care of a family member with dementia, she was engaging with him and put him at ease. He liked Deborah very much and will be using her services again."
Laura W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have almost 30 years of personal care attendant and nursing assistant experience. I love the elderly population and people with special needs. I'm considerate and empathetic by nature and would treat your family as I would my own. My past experience with the elderly specializes with Alzheimer and dementia patients but would...
Liz can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, errands, dementia, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
5.0
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We found Liz on Care.com and she was our Godsend. My Mom was in the depths of Dementia when my husband and I could no longer take care of her on our own. Liz’s professionalism and kindness was beyond anything we could have expected. Her in-depth knowledge of...
Care member
Susan A.
Providence, RI
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Professional And Compassionate Caregiver Over 17 Years Experience With Diverse Clients.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
-Over 17 years experience in private home care after leaving hospital.
-Fully Covid-19 vaccinated
-Reliable and Flexible with my own transportation.
-Services include: medication and dosage, personal care and hygiene, meal preparation, light house duties, transportation and scheduling of doctors and therapy...
Susan can also help with: Errands, hospice services, light cleaning, live-in home care, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Susan has been the anchor for my Mom's overnights. She is an incredible person. She is extremely skilled at what she does - including allowing my Mom independence when she needs it, being a comforting companion when things are rough and making sure my Mom stays...
Mindy S.
Maria G.
Warren, RI
$20-25/hr
5.0
(3)
I'd describe my personality as Personable, kind, responsible, easygoing.
I like caring for seniors because I have done this for a good part of my professional career. I retired in 2021 after working with seniors for 17+ years, I like staying busy while doing something that helps someone else.
I'm looking for a job that allows...
Maria can also help with: Transportation, companionship, visiting physician, errands
5.0
"Maria is a wonderful person. She is a very kind, compassionate and dependable person. She's had a lot of experience with seniors but I feel she could care/interact with any age group.
I think she would be an asset to Care.com and a very in demand caregiver."
Kim C.
5.0
(1)
In the past I have cared for individuals in a group home setting, with ages ranging from 30's-60+, making meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner $ snacks), helping with hygiene such as showering, toileting, shaving and dressing for the day, and helping them to achieve goals and make meaningful friendships while encouraging they're...
Hailey can also help with: Personal care, live-in home care
5.0
"Wonderful person, a pleasure to have around"
Scott G.
Julia T.
Pawtucket, RI
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Home Health Aid, Medication Technician, Phlebotomist
5.0
(1)
My name is Julia, and I have been a caregiver for the past 16 years. I am a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Home Health Aid, Medication Technician, and Phlebotomist. I am passionate about the caregiving work that I do. I have experience caring for people of all ages, and have worked on cases that are complex. I have take care...
Julia can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, live-in home care, dementia, respite care, visiting nurse & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Julia was hired by the family of my best friend for hospice care. It was an extremely difficult and exhausting assignment, physically, mentally and emotionally. Julia was nothing short of an angel. Her care and compassion for L was incredible - more than anyone...
Susan L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a 38-year-old female caregiver and a licensed CNA. I am an experienced senior care provider as well as special needs. My experience includes, bathing/personal hygiene, transfers, using a hoyer lift to transfer to and from wheelchair, companionship, errands, light housekeeping and cooking. I prepare meals and can administer...
Jennifer can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, errands, dementia, hospice services, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Jennifer was great with my mom, & very knowledgeable about taking care of seniors with dementia. It gave me peace of mind to know mom was in good hands while we were on vaca. My mom liked Jennifer as well, which is always a big plus, we'd hire her again!"
Kirsten K.
Kristen H.
Pawtucket, RI
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
CNA Caregiver Looking for Part-Time Work with the Elderly
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Kristen. I've been a licensed CNA since 2009 but have worked with the elderly since before that. I have worked for agencies but I found working privately is what I find more rewarding. I treat my patients as I would want my parents to be cared for. I have my patients do what they can within their limits as to...
Kristen can also help with: Personal care, dementia
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Kristen has meant so much to us since we first met her in 2018. She is thoughtful,kind,prompt,sociable and has a great sense of humor. Comfortable in any situation from personal care to fancy dinners and weddings. We both look forward to seeing her every week....
Jim F.
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Recent caregiver reviews in Cranston, RI
Kelly G.
5.0
Kelly is very easy to work with. She is compassionate, flexible, understanding and in a short period of time, connected quickly with my father. Kelly knows how to enforce boundaries in a respectful manner. She was very communicative, always punctual and extremely reliable. She went above and beyond,...
- Jennifer W.
Cindy Harry K.
5.0
Cindy has provided my Mom with exceptional care for the last 7 months. She has truly made my Mom's "Summer and early Fall months" in Providence so enjoyable! She is willing to do anything that is needed. Cindy is adventurous, capable, fun, understanding, good listener and a great driver and...
- Catharine B.
Natasha W.
5.0
Natasha was very attentive and gentle with our mom during her last day on earth, and we were so grateful. It was the first day she met her and she treated her with compassion and respect. We would recommend Natasha very highly.
- Care member
Rhonda P.
5.0
Rhonda was such a help with my father-in-law when we needed assistance! Highly recommend her.
- Stephanie S.
Cheryl B.
5.0
What a find! Hired Cheryl to care for my elderly mother and I couldn't be more pleased. Cheryl is a compassionate professional who offers nursing care, companionship and handles some chores around the house. Care.com asks if I would hire Cheryl again, I said yes, but that won't be necessary as I am...
- Patricia G.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Cranston, RI
What caregiver services can I find near me in Cranston, RI?
Most private senior caregiver services in Cranston, RI 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 Cranston.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Cranston, RI in 2024?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Cranston, RI on Care.com as of December, 2024 is $19.14 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 Cranston, RI?
There are currently 7 caregivers in Cranston, RI on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Cranston, RI 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 Cranston before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Cranston, RI background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Cranston, RI 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.