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60 caregivers are listed in Merrick, NY
The average posted rate is $23/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby caregivers is 7 years
Caregivers in Merrick, NY
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello. My name is Ellen and I am a caregiver residing in Massapequa, New York. I have been working under Care. com for over 10 years. The women whom I have cared for were not only seen as women I worked for, but we (and their families) became close over the years. Work was not seen as work. The assistance and companionship I...
Ellen can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, errands, dementia, mobility assistance, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Ellen worked with my sister and I for years (on and off) caring for our beloved Mom. Ellen began with us after our Mom had hip replacement surgery. She exceeded all of our expectations in every way. She is a responsible, warm and caring soul. She was patient and...
Patricia B.
Veronica B.
Farmingdale, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Available For Companionship, Personal Care Attendant Full Time
5.0
(7)
My name is Veronica, I'm a caregiver/companion since October 1998 to present. I have worked with dementia patients, stroke patients, cancer patients and 100yrs. Old patient. I am a Filipino, from the Philippines. I am very honest, trustworthy, compassionate, reliable and very hardworking. I am loving and very caring to all my...
Veronica can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, live-in home care, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Veronica is simply the Best! My entire family loved her. On time, happy, positive vibe and just perfect! Very trustworthy, honest and reliable. A must hire!!!"
Denise B.
Rimma B.
Rockville Centre, NY
$24/hr • 10 yrs exp
Certified Nurse Assistant And HHA Part-Time Caregiver
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Rimma. I am a Certified Nurse Assistant and a Professional Home Health Aide. I have 15 years of experience in dealing with Alzheimer , Dementia, Parkinson and MS patients. I am a friendly companion and an excellent cook. I am seeking a Full-Time position - Live out only.
I have my own transportation. If you...
Rimma can also help with: Dementia, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Rimma has worked for me per diem over the past 8 months or so. Rimma is an amazing caretaker. She is very dedicated and takes great pride in her work. She is very personable and reliable. I would highly recommend Rimma."
Kathy M.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I have experience as a medical assistant and HHA care taker jobs. I love working with the elderly encouraging mobility when possible , PT exercises as indicated , conversation , managing meds, activities etc . I have experience working with patients with many different health issues. I'm compassionate, kind, empathetic,...
Blanca can also help with: Errands, live-in home care, meal prep, companionship, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
5.0
"We hired Blanca to help my parents with daily chores and activities. She has been working with my parents for a year now. She is absolutely wonderful! She is a blessing for us as she is taking care of my elderly parents as I would. She is professional, punctual,...
Rusmi K.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am currently a full-time caregiver for my grandson Monday-Friday and I am looking for one time jobs when I am available. I have over 30 years of experience as a nanny, senior caregiver, pet sitter and housekeeper. I am beyond reliable and extremely caring. Current resume and references are available upon request.
NOTE: If...
Sonia can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, meal prep, personal care, companionship, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Confession: I haven't written a recommendation for Sonia before this because I was afraid someone might steal her away! :) Sonia has worked for my family and me for years and I can't say enough good things about her. She is all of the things you would want in...
Patrick M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Quality care and ready to help seniors during these very difficult times.
Ana is experienced in Private Duty Care. She has worked with families that have dialysis, Alzheimer's and other health issues. She understands that seniors require compassion and patience. Ana always considers her clients as an extension of her family....
Ana can also help with: Hospice services, respite care, personal care, dementia, home modification
5.0
"Ana has been taking care of my grandparents for a year. She has become an extension of our family. She treats my family as she would her own. She is very dependable and very hardworking. Her responsibilities include health care management, coordinating doctors'...
Amanda P.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have over 20 years of institutional and home care experience. I truly enjoy my job. It gives me a sense of satisfaction to know I help to make someone's day brighter. I am very dedicated and a true professional. I have a very flexible Schedule. I would be a good addition to any team, I am a true team player. The duties I...
Sherrill can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, live-in home care, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I have hired Sheryl twice to take care of my wife on Christmas day. My wife has Alzheimer’s, and Sheryl spent the day attempting to engage my wife and interact with her. She took great care of her and was amazingly caring and loving, considering she had just met...
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Lucretia E.
Valley Stream, NY
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Dedicated Caregiver With Past Experience and Excellent References Looking for a Job
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My experience being an elderly caregiver has been marvelous. I'm passionate working with elderly people, I have worked for 10+ years with my last patient who recently past away. I provide him with personal care, skin care, massage, incontinence care, doctor's appointments, medication prompting, cooking, laundry, running errands...
Lucretia can also help with: Home modification, personal care, dementia, live-in home care, respite care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Lucky is such a wonderful person who has become family to us. She took care of my step-father with such grace and love until his last day. We miss her very much."
Jennifer A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I have experience in this field I been a caregiver my whole life with a sister who is physically disabled and mentally and I also took care of my farther who had lung cancer and lost his fight 3 yrs ago and after losing my dad I moved my family to Florida and went to a online program and I worked at a assistant living homes...
Nicole can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, dementia, errands, light cleaning, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Nicole is a very hard working, honest, caring and helpful person. She did her tasks without complaint, and took good care of the patient while bringing them to Dr. appointments, PT, and trips to senior clubs. She also did food shopping, washing/folding...
Lois S.
Karen V.
Wantagh, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(11)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Karen, I am a certified caregiver with 15+ years of experience. I am Reliable, Honest, Compassionate. With References. I have lots of experience with patients with Alzheimer's /Dementia, Also experience with oxygen tanks, Diabetes and Wound Care. Certified CPR/ First Aid. Would love to be a care taker and...
Karen can also help with: Personal care, dementia, mobility assistance, companionship, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Karen V was extremely professional and reliable. She has worked for me and my family for the past 3 years taking care of my mom. Karen was always there when we needed her most. Having Karen help out our family has been one of the best decisions we made during these...
Care member
4.8
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I helped my elderly father for eight years, shopping for him, taking him to various doctor's appointments and other places he needed to be driven to and also assisted him when he was walking as he was unable to do so on his own. I also helped my husband for many years while he was sick with cancer. I took him to numerous...
Rhonda can also help with: Visiting physician, personal care, dementia
4.0
"Rhonda is a very caring person and very reliable. She would be a great addition to a family in need of a sitter or caregiver."
Anne K.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Lisa. I have 10 years of experience working for a large non profit. I managed a home for the mentally handicap who were suffering with Alzheimer's and Dementia. During my time working for them I worked as a counselor in several of their homes before taking a management position. I am a mother of 4 grown children....
Lisa can also help with: Dementia, respite care, light cleaning, meal prep, personal care, errands & more
Glenn O.
Long Beach, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Available For Companionship, light House Keeping...full Time Or Part Time
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a certified caregiver and have 20 years of experience. I have worked for different cases including with dementia/alzheimer disease. My duties include meal preparation, light housekeeping, grooming, transforting to/from appointments, administer medication and run errands.
I am very passionate about caring an elderly...
Glenn can also help with: Personal care, dementia, live-in home care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Glenn worked with my father-in-law with dignity, compassion and professionalism. He went above and beyond. He helped wash, feed, dress and transfer my father in law from bed to chair. He got him ready for the day and gave him breakfast. He encouraged his...
Robert R.
Andrea C.
Lindenhurst, NY
$20-35/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I went to school for medical assistance and graduated . I take care of people all ages. I can help w meals light house cleaning companionship and able to give medications . I am 49 yrs old I am very patient kind compassionate and loving . I follow the Torah and put God 1st in my life. Trustworthy
5.0
"I hired Andrea after interviewing her on the spot. I just knew she was the right fit for my needs. Andrea is very dependable, punctual and respectful. She makes me feel very comfortable using her services. I would most definitely recommend her for any home care...
Patricis E.
5.0
(4)
I have worked with various seniors before and helped in caring for them. I love to work with seniors because I like to give them the companionship and the care that they need to live happily.
Patricia can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, live-in home care, companionship & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Patricia is kind, patient, and understanding. She is currently working with my elderly grandparents, and while they can be difficult at times, Patricia’s patient approach works wonders!"
Care member
3.9
(12)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
I have over 30 years of experience in elder care, dementia, Alzheimer's, tracheotomy/colostomy, JP drain, tube feeding, as well as total personal care, showers/shaving/hair-care/nail care, errands, doctors appointments and light house cleaning. I am caring and compassionate, understanding and easy to get along with, its not...
Ginger can also help with: Mobility assistance, respite care, companionship, dementia, hospice services, personal care & more
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Hired Ginger for personal care of my 90 yr old mom. Mom loves her. She looks forwarded to Ginger's visit.
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Virginia G.
Maria I.
Levittown, NY
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Personal -Warm Caregiver Looking For Full-Time - Available Night's And Weekend's
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked in the Health system for 20 years taking care of Adults. I was drawing blood and attending to their needs. I feel that the family working with you should feel secure and confident that the person you hire is warm, competent and understand the needs of a love one. I love helping people and be there all the time.
5.0
"Maria cared for my mother for more than 4 years. My mother just recently passed away but because of caregivers like Maria she lived her life with dignity. My mother was completely dependent on others. Maria cooked for her, fed her, bathed her, dressed her, used...
Michele M.
Melinda F.
Hicksville, NY
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 20 years of senior care in my background.. I have cared for many local families with outstanding references available.. I am Irish/Italian I can care for your family and give you piece of mind I do all personal care as well as errands shopping housekeeping medication laundry companionship and cooking . I have a new...
Melinda can also help with: Personal care, visiting nurse, home modification, dementia, hospice services, respite care & more
5.0
"Melinda is very caring and knowledgeable about seniors with dementia. "
Yael R.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 8 years of experience in caregiving. I can help with home care and personal care. I have worked in Nursing Homes as well as Private Home Care. I have experience working with Alzheimer/Dementia, MS, and paraplegic patients, hospice care, wound care, medication administration, and ambulation. I am a certified medical...
Sibrina can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, errands, companionship, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Sibrina is an incredible caregiver. Her support, knowledge and communication was outstanding.
She cared for my father until his passing. He was frail and memory impaired, but she was able to make his time with her fun and interactive in a level which he could...
Care member
5.0
(3)
I am a dedicated and compassionate care giver with over eight years of experience in providing exceptional care and support to individuals in need.
Throughout my career, I have developed a strong skill set that focuses on enhanneeds are met with respect and empathy.cing the quality of life for clients, ensuring their physical,...
Petrona can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, personal care, light cleaning, mobility assistance, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Thank you Petrona for being such an awesome caregiver to my aunt for 5 wonderful years . My family truly appreciate you ."
Byron S.
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Recent caregiver reviews in Merrick, NY
Ellen D.
5.0
Ellen worked with my sister and I for years (on and off) caring for our beloved Mom. Ellen began with us after our Mom had hip replacement surgery. She exceeded all of our expectations in every way. She is a responsible, warm and caring soul. She was patient and kind with Mom and helped her regain...
- Patricia B.
Veronica B.
5.0
Veronica is a wonderful care giver. She is dependable, trustworthy and always went the extra mile whether it was taking care of my mother to doing light house keeping and much more. My mother loved her time with Veronica and I always felt at ease on the days when Mom and Veronica were together!
- Mindy P.
Rimma B.
5.0
Rimma has worked for me per diem over the past 8 months or so. Rimma is an amazing caretaker. She is very dedicated and takes great pride in her work. She is very personable and reliable. I would highly recommend Rimma.
- Kathy M.
Blanca H.
5.0
Blanca served as a certified Home Health Aide for our mid-80s mother for a period of approximately one year. Blanca was punctual, highly professional and well-trained to execute the responsibilities of a caregiver. She proved capable and enthusiastic of undertaking all required tasks and was a good...
- Greg E.
Sonia R.
5.0
I cannot say enough positive and wonderful thins about Sonia. She is competent , caring and an overall wonderful person. Any family would be very lucky to have her care for their loved one. Helen Y.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Merrick, NY
What caregiver services can I find near me in Merrick, NY?
Most private senior caregiver services in Merrick, NY 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 Merrick.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Merrick, NY in 2025?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Merrick, NY on Care.com as of April, 2025 is $23.40 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 Merrick, NY?
There are currently 5 caregivers in Merrick, NY on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Merrick, NY 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 Merrick before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Merrick, NY background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Merrick, NY 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.