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60 caregivers are listed in Ledyard, CT
The average rate is $20/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby caregivers is 10 years
Caregivers in Ledyard, CT
Hello! I am a 23-year-old recent college graduate taking a year off from school to spend more time with my elderly father. I hold two Bachelor of Arts degrees: one in history and another in sociology. Most of my professional experiences are centered around education at the K-12 level, higher education, as well as work in...
Angela can also help with: Meal prep, personal care, transportation, companionship, errands, light cleaning & more
Comalita S.
Groton, CT
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
I been in the home care business for 13 years I start with a company for 7years and I went on my own, I took care of a client for 7years but he just passed , I love helping people and animal too I love dags and cats , , in home care I cook clean and make them fill confidential at there or at the nursing home , I life in the NL...
Hi, my name is Oldine. I am a reliable, friendly person who enjoys work with the older population. It make me feel great that I can make a difference in someone else's life.
Oldine can also help with: Personal care, light cleaning, dementia
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
April L.
Preston, CT
$14-19/hr
I have experience working with seniors who need help around the house, transportation to appts, errands, and companionship. I understand fully dementia as my Grandpa had it. I'm 51 years old and my parents are still married 54 years. I know fully the challenges of aging, and care giving as my parents are 77 & 76.
April can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, errands, dementia, light cleaning
I have four year's experience in healthcare. I worked for Oak Hill Institute for the Blind. I administered medication and client healthcare under the house nurses license. I was certified under the state of CT. I worked in many group homes with this company. I performed personal healthcare, transportation, house errands,...
Denise can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, live-in home care, dementia, errands, hospice services & more
My name is Buffy, I am a caregiver. I've been a caregiver for over four years, I love what I do and I always strive to do my best in whatever task I am given to accomplish.
I am bubbly, energetic and a reliable individual. I am also extremely goal oriented.
The most important element is safety as a caregiver for my clients,...
Nompafane can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, companionship, light cleaning, transportation, errands & more
I've been providing service to both children and the elderly for a few years. My great grandfather moved here from Puerto Rico 4 years ago, and I've helped my family to care for him. I've also cared for some of the older people at my church. I work at a child care center during the week. I'm comfortable cooking, cleaning, and...
Christian can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, errands, live-in home care, respite care, light cleaning & more
Gabrielle G.
Groton, CT
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Senior Home Caregiver/Child Care Provider With An Empathetic Heart And Hearty Work Ethic.
To simply put it, I love making people smile or feel good about themselves. Working as a CNA in a multitude of environments has given me the confidence I so desired to be out on my own helping others. With 10 yrs of mixed experience between long term, rehab, respite, hospice, and in home care I can handle any and all...
Gabrielle can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, live-in home care, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Kyle F.
Groton, CT
$10-15/hr
Hi there! My name is Kyle and I an 21 years old. I currently live with my father who is 61 and is going through stage 4 melanoma cancer as well as treatments and such. I take care of pretty much everything around the house to the point where I enjoy it and I like getting things done on my own. I've loved helping people since I...
Kyle can also help with: Dementia, personal care
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Kayla. I am a CNA. I became certified in May 2012. I have worked with geriatric patients for the past 10 years, and also have experience with children. I am passionate about what I do because everyone deserves to have someone to take care of them and to talk to them. I am a great listener and love to spend one on...
Kayla can also help with: Mobility assistance, hospice services, meal prep, companionship, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
Hello! My name is Michael and I have been working as a caregiver for a variety of different individuals since 2017. I have worked in many different environments from a nursing home late-stage dementia unit, to managing a group home of seven clients with varying developmental disabilities diagnoses, to having been a behavioral...
Michael can also help with: Personal care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been working as a private caregiver for 9 years. I am passionate about what I do. I enjoy being able to take care of seniors and give them the best care in the comfort of their own home.
Jessica can also help with: Dementia, visiting physician, personal care, home modification
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Jessica is amazing! Always positive and so helpful. She's built a great relationship with my mom. We are so thankful!"
Betsy F.
5.0
(1)
Hi, my name is Alisa, if your looking for someone who is caring, empathetic and definitely responsible then you found her. I have 11 yrs experience as a CNA in a nursing home/ long-term rehab center and 30+ yrs in a home care environment. I'm CPR/First Aide certified. I will be retiring soon after 20 yrs from the department of...
Alisa can also help with: Dementia, personal care, hospice services
5.0
"Alisa is very dependable, reliable, and trustworthy she always goes above and beyond and is willing to help those in need."
Tanjorie G.
5.0
(2)
I'd describe my personality as /kind knowledgeable
I like caring for seniors. To bring my experience to enhance the life's and quality of helping people live their best life. Promote self esteem and self worth . Provide care and service to individuals/ families .
I started caring for seniors when I was 18 years old ,...
Donna can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, dementia, home modification, transportation, meal prep & more
5.0
"Exceptional care, advocacy , and assisted with team leading of staff . "
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a dedicated caregiver. I bring with me compassion, patience, and a genuine love for seniors. I am energetic and responsible. I enjoy helping seniors with the day to day care they need (including care plan adherence, bathing, housekeeping, meal prep, companionship, games, errands and appointments) and at the same time give...
Vicki can also help with: Personal care, respite care, home modification, dementia, visiting physician
5.0
"Vicki is kind, thoughtful, patient and creative. She listens to your needs as well as the people she cares for. She is always enthusiastic and wants to help in any way she can. She is a great asset to any family!"
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hello and thank you for reading my profile.
I am Jennifer and I live in East Lyme. I am a licensed Certified nurses aide of Connecticut. I have been working in the private sector for over 15 years. My past clients have consist of Cancer patients, Dementia, Parkinsons, ALS and clients who just need help at home. I believe in...
Jennifer can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, companionship, meal prep, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Jennifer is a lovely person, easy to get along with, punctual and trustworthy."
Shari L.
4.5
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have had four years of experience caring for elderly gentlemen. I worked for 2 families, one of which the gentleman had a great deal of special needs. George had a stroke and was physically handicapped and unable to walk or perform any ADL's on his own. I was available to him 24-7 for a period of two years until he passed...
Robert can also help with: Respite care, personal care, live-in home care
4.0
"Robert was available and very kind. He worked very well with my husband."
Ann N.
5.0
(1)
I am not your average Care Giver.... I have over 20 years of holistic body, mind and spirit centered care giving, teaching and training of others. Extensive experience with dementia and stroke clientele, hospice care, spinal degeneration and medication administration. My background is in Body Centered Therapies, Energy work,...
Charon can also help with: Respite care, personal care, dementia, live-in home care, hospice services
5.0
"Charon worked with my mother as a companion as needed over the period of several months to a year. She always brought her cheerfulness and fun ideas for engaging my Mom. She helped with getting my Mom lunch and even brought fresh vegetables from her garden on...
Jane P.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Can provide care by house cleaning, cooking, shopping providing rides to appointments, help getting dressed, giving medications and companionship.
Billie can also help with: Live-in home care, personal care
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Senior caregiver available for hire. I'm devoted and very passionate about the quality of care I give to each of my patients. Over 20 years of private hospice care, stroke, Parkinson's, congestive heart failure and have assisted clients with both Alzheimers and Dementia. I'm honest, reliable, trustworthy, dependable and work...
Holly can also help with: Live-in home care, companionship, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
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Recent caregiver reviews in Ledyard, CT
Jessica S.
5.0
Jessica is amazing! Always positive and so helpful. She's built a great relationship with my mom. We are so thankful!
- Betsy F.
Alisa B.
5.0
Alisa is very dependable, reliable, and trustworthy she always goes above and beyond and is willing to help those in need.
- Tanjorie G.
Donna W.
5.0
Honest, trustworthy, kind and caring.
- Christina T.
Vicki P.
5.0
Vicki is kind, thoughtful, patient and creative. She listens to your needs as well as the people she cares for. She is always enthusiastic and wants to help in any way she can. She is a great asset to any family!
- Care member
Jennifer F.
5.0
I cannot adequately describe how fortunate I am to have had Jennifer as a caregiver for my mother. My mother loved her, my dog loved her, and I immediately felt comfortable leaving both them and my house in her capable hands. She also brings her own network of additional help if it winds up being...
- Ethan T.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Ledyard, CT
What caregiver services can I find near me in Ledyard, CT?
Most private senior caregiver services in Ledyard, 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 Ledyard.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Ledyard, CT in 2024?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Ledyard, CT on Care.com as of June, 2024 is $20.00 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 Ledyard, CT?
There are currently 2 caregivers in Ledyard, CT on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Ledyard, 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 Ledyard before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Ledyard, CT background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Ledyard, 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.