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I'd describe my personality as caring, loyal, and compassionate.
I like caring for seniors because they have such great memories that they like to share.
I'm looking for a job that is fulfilling and that I can be proud of.
Hillary can also help with: Mobility assistance, light cleaning, errands
I believe it is important to enable people to stay in their own homes and to live independently with dignity. I can assist people who just need a little helping hand. I am willing to work with the individual or caregivers to share in making a difference.
Robin can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, transportation, respite care, errands, light cleaning & more
Michael B.
Middletown, CT
$16-26/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello... I am Michael. I am a middle aged Care Giver. I have over 10 years of combined Non-Medical Caregiving experience. I have gained my expertise via family, personal, and agency experiences. I also have familiarity with taking care of Special Needs adults and children. Feel free to contact me with any questions. Please share...
Michael can also help with: Home modification, errands, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, companionship & more
A CNA and PCT at Middlesex Health, I am compassionate.
I'd describe my personality as kind, compassionate, understanding, and loving.
I like caring for seniors because it gives me the opportunity to give them a helping hand in caring for themselves in a kind way.
I'm looking for a job that suits my motherly, working and...
Patience can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, mobility assistance
Skills:
CNA
I currently assist a 97-year-old 3 days per week. I handle errands, cooking, meal planning, organization, cleaning, yard work, and more. Additionally I helped care for my grandmother for seven years. She had Dementia and I assisted with meal times, exercise and bathing/bathroom. I am extremely patient and have a cheery...
Erin can also help with: Errands, dementia, personal care, live-in home care, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Nontando M.
Middletown, CT
$20-44/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hey there !
I hope everything is good on your side. I have been a caregiver for 3 year, worked in homecare and assistance living facility and independent living facility.
Therefore with the experience I gained, I would help my client with;
- Meal preparation
- Medication Reminder
-Accompany to medical appointments
-Light...
Nontando can also help with: Dementia, errands, meal prep, live-in home care, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
I have worked in the medical field for over 20 years. I was an Dementia and Alzheimer's specialist for 14 years. I am experience in hospice care and I also have experience working with the mentally ill and substance abuse.
Samantha can also help with: Companionship, errands, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
5.0
(1)
Good listener , compassionate , caring, caregiver. Attention to details.
Gina can also help with: Personal care
5.0
"Excellent in every way. Completely attentive to my daughter's wants and needs, and my daughter can't wait until the next time she comes over. Recommend without hesitation!"
Jennifer S.
Gloria F.
New Britain, CT
$46/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 8 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Light Housecleaning. Ect I have a flexible schedule right now I don't mind assisting in whatever way I can within reason I am very patient and funny and I am sure will get along with anyone
Senior caregiver
Gloria can also help with: Personal care, errands, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Gloria is an amazing caregiver who is patient, kind, reliable, capable, and trustworthy. She has been caring for my mother, who is a hospice patient, since September 2022. We love her and give her the highest recommendation."
Patricia D.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Helina. I've been a Caregiver for over 15yrs. I am Patience, Good Listener, Compassionate, Loving Caring And Honest. I love to cook, I am neat love being active. I was a live-in caregiver from June 2012 - May 2020. Then an Hourly from June 2020- Nov 2021. Then a Live-In from Feb 2022- Aug 2024. All Grandma's got tired...
Helina can also help with: Respite care, home modification, hospice services, dementia, personal care, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
Wound Care
5.0
"Helina is an exceptional caregiver. She treats my Dad (who is 92 and lives on his own) with respect and is very engaging. She is both an excellent companion as well as homemaker. Helina demonstrates genuine concern for my Dad's well being. Other caregivers we...
Kathy C.
5.0
(3)
I am a Home Health Aide (HHA) with 16 years of caregiving experience and certification as a Dementia Specialist. My work with private employers and home-care agencies has provided me with expertise in:
- Personal care assistance (bathing, dressing)
- Meal preparation and feeding support
- Monitoring vital signs (blood pressure,...
Doreen can also help with: Respite care, hospice services, dementia, personal care, live-in home care
5.0
"Doreen helped care for my elderly mother for several years. She was wonderful & I would highly recommend her."
Dave L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been a certified patient care assistant and home health aide for over 10 years. I previously worked as a live in and overnight caregiver in California. Most of my experience is with arthritis Alzheimer's and post-polio patients. My goal is always ensuring my clients' safety and comfort. Most of all, I love getting to know...
Laura can also help with: Companionship, errands, light cleaning, home modification, meal prep, dementia & more
5.0
"Laura is a wonderful senior care provider. She gave me comfort knowing Mom was in good care. Highly recommend Laura."
Janet H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've spent the last 5+ years caring for my two aging grandparents who unfortunately both recently passed away. Each with varying health issues and dementia.
I am naturally nurturing and compassionate. As my family quickly realized it is incredibly hard to not only care for but manage the day-to-day operations of a household...
Alexandra can also help with: Mobility assistance, errands, meal prep, dementia, companionship, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Allie took wonderful care of my elderly parents with dementia. She assisted with their daily activities of bathing, eating, going for walks, including taking them to their appointments. As their health deteriorated, her roles and responsibilities increased. My...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have more than 30 years of experience as a certified caregiver for seniors, including Dementia and all stages of Alzheimer's. I have provided live-in, overnight and intermittent care, medication management and transfers. I am a licensed, insured driver for appointments and errands.
Susan can also help with: Personal care, respite care, live-in home care, hospice services, home modification, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Susan is an excellent Caregiver and a pleasure to work with. She is punctual, dependable, and always goes above and beyond when caring for our Mother. She is trustworthy, knowledgeable and has years of experience caring for Elders. I highly recommend her for any...
Martha D.
Nicollette S.
Hamden, CT
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Nicollette and I am an exceptionally professional caregiver!
I have been a CNA for many years; with a lot of experience and have worked in hospice care, done meal preparation, cared for individuals with dementia, performed light housekeeping and have excellent rapport with people from all backgrounds.
I considerer...
Nicollette can also help with: Hospice services, live-in home care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
CNA
5.0
"I give Nicollette my highest recommendation and would absolutely hire her again in the future. She was friendly, timely, dependable and kind. We truly appreciate her care for my father, thank you!"
Kasalina N.
5.0
(1)
I have been a caregiver for 3 years. I am looking for just a care-giver job . I am very friendly and willing to take you shopping buy groceries and make meals. I have done this for a older gentleman and a woman. I also have done just cooking for an older woman in North Haven.
Lynn can also help with: Personal care, home modification, dementia
5.0
"Kind, reliable, personable and caring!"
Linda D.
Sandra K.
Guilford, CT
$18/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Sandra. I worked as a home health aide in Denton, TX, for 2 years from 1997 to 1998. I moved to Connecticut and worked in another field. In 2018, I went back into home health, and I worked for a lady in Austin, and I lived in for 5 months. Then, I worked for a family from India for 6 months into 2019. I then...
Sandra can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, live-in home care, dementia, companionship, home modification & more
5.0
"Sandra is amazing! Caring, gentle, fabulous cook! We always felt reassured and confident having her in our home!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
I am fully vaccinated and willing to wear a mask while working.
I worked with Home Instead, and I was awarded CareGiver of the quarter in 2020, and strive to keep that energy going with my next client(s). I have experience caring for a married couple, so multiple people are not an issue for me. I specialize personal care,...
Annie can also help with: Companionship, errands, meal prep, mobility assistance, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
5.0
"Annie took care of my 96 year old father who needed assistance while I was at work. She is very caring and patient. I highly recommend her."
Johnna P.
5.0
(4)
20 years experience as a Live-in Caregiver for seniors. Specializing in providing care for clients with Parkinson's; Dementia; Alzheimer's and Mobility issues among other ailments. Care includes Medication administration; meal planning, preparing and serving; Companionship; Housekeeping including laundry; assist in bathing;...
Nilufar can also help with: Live-in home care
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
CPR
5.0
"Nilufar cared for my dad during his last several days. She was thoroughly competent and compassionate. She was also courteous with the family and expressed herself clearly when there was something she needed."
Care member
5.0
(7)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My heart goes to the senior that are lonely. Visit seniors at convalescent home for more than 20 years. Sometimes help them with their food while I was there. Visit other sick people from my community and put a smile on their face while they stay for care. Take care of parents at home. Took care of elderly that had dementia,...
Maria can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, dementia, live-in home care, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Maria is compassionate, dependable, and caring. I feel totally at ease with her helping my Dad who suffers from advanced Parkinson's."
Sergio O.
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Recent caregiver reviews in Higganum, CT
Gina T.
5.0
Excellent in every way. Completely attentive to my daughter's wants and needs, and my daughter can't wait until the next time she comes over. Recommend without hesitation!
- Jennifer S.
Gloria F.
5.0
Gloria is an amazing caregiver who is patient, kind, reliable, capable, and trustworthy. She has been caring for my mother, who is a hospice patient, since September 2022. We love her and give her the highest recommendation.
- Patricia D.
Helina A.
5.0
First, Helina is very personable. She is responsible, diligent and trustworthy. She focused on my mother's well-being at the end of her life, and she forged a great relationship with her. While Helina is caring, she is also good at standing her ground in a professional manner when dealing with...
- Care member
Doreen K.
5.0
Doreen helped care for my elderly mother for several years. She was wonderful & I would highly recommend her.
- Dave L.
Laura F.
5.0
Laura is a wonderful senior care provider. She gave me comfort knowing Mom was in good care. Highly recommend Laura.
- Janet H.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Higganum, CT
What caregiver services can I find near me in Higganum, CT?
Most private senior caregiver services in Higganum, 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 Higganum.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Higganum, CT in 2024?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Higganum, CT on Care.com as of November, 2024 is $15.00 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 Higganum, CT?
There are currently 1 caregivers in Higganum, CT on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Higganum, 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 Higganum before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Higganum, CT background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Higganum, 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.