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I received my minor in aging services and held an internship with a hospice in Portland, Oregon. working both in the office and one on one with clients.
I have been a personal assistant, provided massage for homebound seniors, taught water aerobics classes to seniors helped with running errands, odd jobs, and meal prep. I am...
Jade can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, hospice services, errands & more
Olivia W.
Waldoboro, ME
$30-40/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am a compassionate and reliable private duty caregiver with 6+ years of experience providing personalized care to seniors, delivering consistent and focused attention to patient safety, comfort, and dignity. I offer meal preparation and feeding support, transportation to appointments or activities in the community, assist with...
Olivia can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, companionship, home modification, errands & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Wound Care
5.0
"Olivia was incredibly kind, patient, and helpful to my whole family during my father's time in hospice. She was very knowledgeable about his care and always took time to talk through his care plan with me and my family. Having her by our side during an difficult...
Emily M.
Although most of my caregiving experience has been with children, I helped care for my grandparents when they needed home care, and have basic medic training, including CPR, First Aid, and medication administration, and wound care. I am happy to share my compassion, patience, and respectful approach to care with your family by...
Ray can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, transportation, meal prep
I have spent many years as a caregiver/teacher for children. When my parents began their journey into a more vulnerable time in their lives I was able to spend much time assisting them through the process. The need with my dad who suffered from Parkinson's was great. I spent nights and weekends with him to help relieve the...
Tina can also help with: Respite care, dementia, companionship, personal care, mobility assistance
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 32 years of experience with the senior and special needs population. That experience covers respite care, home care, grief support, companionship, and transportation.
I am able and willing to assist with meal preparation, light housekeeping, transportation to doctor appointments, hair appointments, grocery shopping,...
Sara can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, respite care, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
Hello! I'm Syerra and I'd like to be your Caregiver! Currently working on my CNA with a potential nursing trajectory, I have been involved in care work for the past 3 years. It has been very challenging, rewarding and inspirational work helping me to define what I would like to be doing for present day and into my future....
Syerra can also help with: Respite care, personal care, errands, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
As an experienced caregiver with over six years' experience caring for a variety of clients and a Master's degree in nursing, I am prepared to deliver the care, companionship, compassion, and skills that I would want for my own family members. My goal is to support seniors to live full and joyful lives in a safe environment, and...
Samantha can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, errands, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services & more
I am a compassionate caregiver with over 10 years' experience in caregiving. I have worked the last year specifically with people with dementia and other age-related diagnoses, I feel I have found my calling in working with this population. I take great pride in making sure my clients are treated in a caring manner with dignity...
Bethany can also help with: Mobility assistance, meal prep, dementia, companionship, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
Hello! My name is Brittany. I take pride in providing safe and high quality healthcare for seniors in their homes. I have 10+ years of experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant, Medication Aide, Residential Care Directing and Infection Control. I take pride in being able to enhance the quality of life of seniors and would love...
Brittany can also help with: Respite care, meal prep, errands, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
I am hoping to help out in my community. I am a semi retired nurse. I have home care, hospital and hospice experience. I am available for 4 -6 hours per day and sleeping overnights . I understand the importance of assistance for caregivers as I cared for my mother while she was on Hospice. Sometimes you just need a moment for...
Victoria can also help with: Meal prep, live-in home care, errands, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Hello! My name is Gail. I live in beautiful Midcoast Maine with my husband of 25 years, Peter, and our dog, Chewy. I have years of experience caring for the elderly, on both familial and professional levels. I take pride in my work and focus my efforts on executing client centered care by creating and fostering personal...
Gail can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, errands, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services & more
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi I am Sharon. I have over 40 years experience as a C. N. A and C. H. H. A. I now work privately with individuals because being able to spend as much time needed with clients/patients in their own surroundings is much more enjoyable to me. I like interacting with the clients I work with, in many ways, I like to try and draw out...
Sharon can also help with: Respite care, hospice services, dementia, personal care, live-in home care
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Sharon's experience really showed even on the interview. She's been caring for my Dad for a week. She's top notch and a great person."
Melissa M.
3.7
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have done a select few at-home care positions, from basic needs to Hospice. I enjoy what I do, because I feel it is a gift I am able to give to people with the need because of limited abilities. To give a loved one and their family the possibility to spend their last days or moments in a personal familiar environment, with...
Dawn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Wound Care
5.0
"Dawn was very caring intuitive and thoughtful. She took care of my mom then later my aunt. She was thorough in taking notes especially at doctors appointments and communicating with us. She wrote daily logs or her "office notes" giving details of mom or Aunt"s day...
Care member
5.0
(24)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
- memory care, activities, outings
-Dedicated to giving the best possible care
-Exceptional communication skills
-Patient and caring person who is a reliable caregiver
- Reliable transportation for shopping, appointments and outings
- Activities
- Light housekeeping and cooking
I am comfortable with pets, I am a non...
Terry can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Terry was awesome. Prompt, knowledgeable and followed our instructions perfectly. My dad was completely at ease. Would highly recommend. "
Care member
5.0
(8)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 15+ years experience as a Supervisor in Medical Corresponds, Hands on Supervisor for a Handicap Agency and 13 years in a Senior Care. I am reliable, dependable, honest, compassionate and truly caring. I try to evaluate an individual's needs and create a care plan for them. I can help with meal prep, meds, laundry, bathing...
Gertrude can also help with: Personal care, dementia
5.0
"Gerti is wonderful. She cared for my 90 year old Dad for 3 years until he passed away in Dec 2020. We were so fortunate to have Gerti care for Dad in his apartment. She keeps a daily record of his status and care provided. We know she truly cared about his...
Steve C.
5.0
(1)
I live in Wiscasset. I am a Mature, caring, Reliable Caregiver.
I have 8 years of experience. I started out working for a company, the last 3 years I have been on private duty jobs. I love working with the Elderly and seeing the difference a little help, kindness and companionship can make. I feel like I was truly meant for...
Wendy can also help with: Mobility assistance, meal prep, dementia, companionship, light cleaning, errands & more
5.0
"Wendy is a very loving, compassionate person. She is also a wonderful cook, and prepared delicious meals for my parents. Wendy always arrived on time for her shifts, which was very important for us. My parents really enjoyed Wendy's company!!"
Nima M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a healthy, cheerful and patient mother of 3 adult children. After 20-plus years of teaching and working overseas in a cross-cultural setting, my husband and I have settled back into our home in Woolwich, Maine and I am looking for part-time work. I have enjoyed working with both young and old. Aside from my teaching...
Jan can also help with: Personal care, dementia, respite care
5.0
"Jan is a very reliable and attentive caregiver. She is a calming presence in the home. Jan is a compassionate and empathetic person who focuses on the needs of her client. She is always bright and cheerful and faces challenges with positive energy and a can do...
Care member
I have 10+ years providing caregiving services to clients. I've worked with individuals with mental and physical disabilities, Alzheimer's, breathing and respiratory conditions, mobility issues and those on hospice. I am more than comfortable with all forms of personal care and administration of medications.
Courtney can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Home Health Aide
I have elderly care experience. I also cared for my Grandmother who had Alzheimers. I have reliable transportation. And am a non smoker. I also have worked as a nanny.
Heidi can also help with: Transportation, personal care, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, live-in home care & more
Hello! My name is Micayla and I am a senior nursing student at Husson University. I have experience as a CNA, having completed my program in 2020 and working in the role since then. I love caring for people, it is such a rewarding job! I hope you give me the opportunity to love your loved ones.
Micayla can also help with: Respite care, meal prep, hospice services, errands, live-in home care, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
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Recent caregiver reviews in Damariscotta, ME
Olivia W.
5.0
Olivia was incredibly kind, patient, and helpful to my whole family during my father's time in hospice. She was very knowledgeable about his care and always took time to talk through his care plan with me and my family. Having her by our side during an difficult time was a huge asset and support.
- Emily M.
Sharon M.
5.0
Sharon's experience really showed even on the interview. She's been caring for my Dad for a week. She's top notch and a great person.
- Melissa M.
Dawn G.
5.0
Dawn has been my provider for 6 years now. My daughter in Florida hired her and she has been a blessing. She has great communication skills, and very versatile in her abilities. She is a problem solver and takes initiative to fix things without having to be asked. She has done everything from...
- Care member
Terry C.
5.0
Terry is a very kind, caring person with a lot of patience! You can tell she thoroughly knows what she's doing and loves her job!
- Care member
Gertrude C.
5.0
Gertrude has been wonderful in taking care of my father. She is dependable, punctual, and is always communicative. She's gone above and beyond the duties we originally set out for her and I feel completely at ease trusting my father's care to her.
- John B.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Damariscotta, ME
What caregiver services can I find near me in Damariscotta, ME?
Most private senior caregiver services in Damariscotta, ME 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 Damariscotta.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Damariscotta, ME in 2025?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Damariscotta, ME 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 Damariscotta, ME?
There are currently 1 caregivers in Damariscotta, ME on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Damariscotta, ME 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 Damariscotta before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Damariscotta, ME background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Damariscotta, ME 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.