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60 caregivers are listed in Dorchester, MA
The average rate is $20/hr as of November 2024
The average years of experience for caregivers is 4 years
Caregivers in Dorchester, MA
Jane T.
Waltham, MA
$30/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
I am a compassionate person that likes taking care of others and it gives me fulfillment knowing that am able to help someone in need of help.
Jane can also help with: Meal prep, respite care, light cleaning, mobility assistance, companionship
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"She is compassionate and honest. A warmhearted soul I have known since 1989."
John Bosco G.
4.8
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm currently is a caregiver for one man who are 90
years old. Part of my duties are preparing meal or heat up food, keep them company, take walks with them, light housekeeping and running errands.
Ginny can also help with: Personal care, visiting physician
5.0
"Ginny went above and beyond doing a deep cleaning job for a senior client. Ginny deep cleaned the client's studio apartment, did his laundry in the building and engaged in conversation with the client."
Rachel C.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
A passionate and experienced caregiver for 20+ years experience providing compassionate and attentive care to elderly and disable individuals. I enjoy listening to older people and stories they have to tell. I am a very patient person and am always with the clients, pace following their leads, I have many years experience...
Judy can also help with: Companionship, errands, meal prep, mobility assistance, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
5.0
""The caregivers from julien home healthcare have become like an extended family to us. Their genuine warmth, patience, and dedication have made a significant difference in our loved one's quality of life.""
Raffique F.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Joan and For the past 10 years, I have worked towards helping seniors and making sure I put a smile on their faces at the end of the day. I have experience working with individuals suffering from dementia, Alzheimer's, stroke, diabetes, ALS among others. Over the past years working as a Home Health Aide, I have gained...
Joanita can also help with: Dementia, respite care, hospice services, visiting nurse, personal care, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
" Any family would be very lucky to hire Joan. I hired a lot of people to help me care for my family member. Joan was the best. Joan is smart, caring and reliable. She worked for me for more than four years. We worked together doing feeding, changing and oral...
Paula C.
Allen N.
Waltham, MA
$45/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Allen and I am a female.
I love to sing, play games like bingo and cards and help people.
Am a certified Nursing Assistant with 8 years of experience with seniors.
I have experience with Dementia and Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, Stroke care, Assisting with errands , Palliative care, hospice...
Allen can also help with: Respite care, personal care, dementia, live-in home care, hospice services
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"We hired Allen to care for my father while he was home. We had numerous aids and nurses visiting him and Allen was be far the best!
Knowledgeable, caring, thoughtful, dependable and great to just sit and talk to.
Our only problem with Allen is that we could not...
Greg B.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I grew up helping my mother to care for both my grandmothers. From a young age, I developed meaningful compassion for elderly citizens. In my 20's, I began to spend my Saturdays volunteering at a nursing home; rain or shine I was there, biking the whole way. I would anxiously await those Saturdays. I would shave, give haircuts...
Jadna can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, respite care, dementia, errands
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"The best careprovider I have been able to find for my 99 year-old Mom."
Jana K.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I'm a nurse assistant (CNA )with 21 years of experience. I'm HHA, PCA, CPR & FIRST AID certified. I've worked 9 years in a nursing home. I have experience with Dementia, Alzheimer, & Parkinson's patients. The reason I love to take care of the elderly is because it allows me to give back to families by being a helping hand....
Kenia can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, home modification, errands, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Kenia is one of the most loyal, honest, understanding, caring person I've ever known. In 2007 she took me into her house with my 3 year old daughter, helped me obtain my CNA, and even helped me get a job. I was able to get on my feet again and got my own place. I...
Alex V.
Christine V.
Waltham, MA
$20-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Looking For An Experienced Caregiver For Your Loved One?
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have over 15 years of experience caring for seniors, assisting them with personal care, meal preparations, medication reminders, light housekeeping, errands, transportation to physicians, or family visitations, wheelchair/bed transfers, Hoyer lifts, board transfers and companionship. I am very passionate about what I do...
Christine can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, mobility assistance, home modification, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"She was so empathetic , hardworking, time conscious and patient with the clients "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I help take care of my elderly grandparents who are 95 and 93 and require 24 hour live in care. I'm caring and attentive, and try to make the client feel comfortable and secure.
Lindsey can also help with: Live-in home care
5.0
"Lindsey is a very nice girl, dependable, reliable, always on time. I hired her as my Personal Care Assistant, and always she did a great job, she is listening to my needs and my requests. I am more than pleased with her. I highly recommend her"
Silvia H.
4.3
(3)
I am a New Graduate Nurse, mother of three babies My motivation for Nursing is a spiritually rewarding day in and day out. Being a Nurse is my passion. I knew nursing was a good fit for me because my personality tends is to help those who are suffering and make a great impact on their life, that is what Jesus did for me. I want...
Lande can also help with: Home modification, dementia, personal care, companionship
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As a young teen my father began "progressive paralysis" so I grew up in a household where it was dealt with on a day to day basis. I am truly compassionate and patient especially when it comes to someone who wants to do as much as they can on their own and remain in their home. I have also done some post surgery short term care,...
Michelle can also help with: Respite care, companionship, light cleaning
5.0
"Michelle is a thoughtful and professional caregiver. Michelle provided excellent in-home supervision for our 89 year old Mom. Michelle prepared meals, managed the meds, and offered calm guidance when Mom was using her walker. Michelle took extra care in getting Mom...
Michael C.
5.0
(2)
I have worked with clients and patients with different sicknesses for example Alzheimer's, stroke, heart congestion etc. My passion is in helping people with their daily living activities I do this as if am helping my own mother/father.
Jackie can also help with: Dementia, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Jackie went above and beyond our expectations. I have never met anyone with as much patience’s and we always looked forward to her coming in the morning. Her kindness, care, and alertness she showed was incredible. By the end, Jackie was more than just a care...
Care member
Franco M.
Waltham, MA
$30-45/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Am a senior caregiver, Negative for COVID-19, vaccinated & already got my booster shot. I'm compassionate with experience of 10 years in taking care of patients especially stroke patients, arthritis patients, dementia patients, Alzheimer's disease patients to make a meaningful difference and helping them by Providing...
Franco can also help with: Dementia, respite care, personal care, live-in home care, home modification, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"He is very professional and knowledgeable about all aspects of Alzheimer's, dementia and senior care.
He really cares for the clients."
Deborah S.
Eduada M.
Malden, MA
$20-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
4.0
(4)
Caregiver Companion and Personal Care
Hello, My name is Eduarda and I'm 20 years old, I have been here in the US for about 6 years I also speak Portuguese.
3 years of experience
I worked in the past (In-home 24/7 care)
I have references from my Clients
I have my own Car/Drivers license
CPR and First Aid certificate...
Eduada can also help with: Personal care, live-in home care
5.0
"She very nice person and she is very hard worker"
Soraia C.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a conscientious, reliable and experienced PCA. My experience is extensive including home care and work in facilities. I am proficient with assisting in activities of daily life, hoyer lift and pivot transfers, g-tube feeding and many other caregiving tasks.
I went to Horizon Health Care Institute in Florida where I...
Jessica can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, errands, respite care, light cleaning, personal care & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Jessica took care of my dad, who had Parkinson's, during the last years of his life. I honestly believe we should all be so blessed to have someone like her to care for us when we get older. She demonstrated abundant patience and compassion to my dad, all while...
Katie S.
4.8
(11)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I am interested in working with your loved one as a Companion Caregiver. I have extensive Caregiver experience providing companionship and assistance to those in need with household chores, cooking, shopping, scheduling medical appointments, medication management, or simply just chatting or playing cards! I also provide...
Kristina can also help with: Hospice services, errands, dementia, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning & more
4.0
"Tina is a very caring, compassionate caregiver. She truly enjoys taking care of the elderly!"
Maureen M.
Yanique B.
Chestnut Hill, MA
$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a highly-motivated, responsible, and reliable caregiver, specializing in senior care. I am experienced and comfortable with all aspects of daily care, including assisting with physical therapy activities, administering medications, measuring vital signs and personal care. I have experience working with clients with...
Yanique can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, dementia, live-in home care, companionship, hospice services & more
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Yanique is beyond wonderful - she is a gifted and compassionate caregiver. We were so fortunate to meet her."
Dana K.
Aracy W.
Watertown, MA
$25-40/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am a caregiver with experience in: alzhiemers, accompany shopping, wash clothes and clean the patient's room, comfortable with pets, take care of nails, cut hair, bath and cook. First language Portuguese (Brazil) and US citizen. I am immensely pleased to be able to make a difference in the family, which is in need of my...
Aracy can also help with: Light cleaning, live-in home care, companionship, home modification, personal care, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
5.0
"Aracy takes care of my grandmother whenever none of us can. She has a really kind heart and does everything my grandma asks without hesitation. We all adore Aracy very much !"
Haissa N.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Shannon and I am 24 years old. I graduated in 2020 from Plymouth State University with a Bachelors of Science in Public Health. At school I worked as a caregiver for the elderly population for three years. I absolutely adored it and I would love to continue. Being able to make someone's life a bit easier is...
Shannon can also help with: Errands, meal prep, live-in home care, companionship, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Shannon is the most reliable, kindest worker we have had."
Taylor T.
5.0
(10)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey! my name is Lisa. I've been performing In Home Senior Care for the past 6+ years. Through out my experience I've learned so much, but the two most important things have been the keys of care: compassion and empathy. Caring for another person is an act of displaying kindness and concern for others, but empathy is what allows...
Lisa can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, personal care, respite care, live-in home care
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Although I have not met Lisa in person, we have spoken many times on the phone.
She is my 90 yr old mother's aid from Bayada.
Lisa is kind, intuitive, smart, caring, articulate, and patient.
She enjoys her work and truly cares about my
mother.
My mother relies...
Elayne F.
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Recent caregiver reviews in Dorchester, MA
Jane T.
5.0
She is very hard working. And compassionate.
- Care member
Ginny C.
5.0
Ginny recently started helping to care for my 91 year old parents who live independently in an apartment. She helps them care for themselves and takes them for walks outside. She is kind, reliable and upbeat, and my parents really appreciate the help she provides. She is really helping them to stay...
- Marcy C.
Judy S.
5.0
Hard worker very reliable very respectful
- Owen L.
Joanita B.
5.0
Any family would be very lucky to hire Joan. I hired a lot of people to help me care for my family member. Joan was the best. Joan is smart, caring and reliable. She worked for me for more than four years. We worked together doing feeding, changing and oral hygiene, transfers from wheelchair to...
- Paula C.
Allen N.
5.0
I worked with Allen a year go. She was very good at communication, punctual, tidy and very consistent with her job. She was very polite and respectful with the client. I would recommend Allen to a friend and would want to work with her again.
- Doreen A.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Dorchester, MA
What caregiver services can I find near me in Dorchester, MA?
Most private senior caregiver services in Dorchester, MA 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 Dorchester.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Dorchester, MA in 2024?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Dorchester, MA on Care.com as of November, 2024 is $20.47 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 Dorchester, MA?
There are currently 15 caregivers in Dorchester, MA on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Dorchester, MA 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 Dorchester before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Dorchester, MA background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Dorchester, MA 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.