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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Jess. I am an experienced, caring and dependable PCA/CNA. Excellent professional references. Clean background. 20 plus years in medical field. My rate is 30. 00-40 an hour.
I have worked with Alzheimer's/dementia, psychiatric, hospice, TBI patients as well as cancer and stroke patients for many years.
Thank...
Jessica can also help with: Personal care, dementia, hospice services
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
I was a companion for a Alzheimer client for three months till she passed away and currently a volunteer at an assisted living center as a recreation assistant. My responsibilities as a companion included; friend and companionship and ensuring safety for Alzheimer's Client. As a volunteer at the center, I assist the recreation...
Lisa can also help with: Personal care, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning
Christina P.
Portland, CT
$23-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
I'm Looking To Keep Your Families Safe And Healthy In Their Own Home As Long As Possible!
I'd describe my personality as being compassionate, empathetic, caring
I like caring for seniors because it gives me great joy to see them in a home environment that's safe and their properly cared for as an individual as their needs are all different from one another no two are alike
I'm looking for a job that pays well as I...
Christina can also help with: Transportation, home modification, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Friendly, energetic and conscientious caregiver with nine years experience in dementia and elder care (long term with three families) Assists with day to day care and activities to provide a pleasant and safe environment. Offering assistance with personal activities, meal prep, light housekeeping, transportation and medication...
Courtney can also help with: Errands, transportation, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, respite care & more
5.0
"Courtney is working for us now. She is reliable, kind, responsible, dependable.... in a nutshell she is wonderful. She cares for my mom who has dementia. And her patience and kindness is so appreciated. Mom must enjoy her visits because she is accepting of Courtney...
Kim M.
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: Home modification, errands, light cleaning, companionship, 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
(5)
Patient, reliable, caring, great references, experienced, supportive, calm, great communication skills, compassionate. Great caregiver for seniors available.
Anna can also help with: Mobility assistance, companionship, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Amazing caregiver! Kind, conscientious, and dependable. I cannot say enough good things about Anna. My mother adored her. Any family would be lucky to have her."
Vidya S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello Everyone! I Love to do gardening. also Certified Personal caregiver and a former home health aid. Experience with memory care! Dementia and Alzheimer's for many years, look forward to hearing from you!
Leanne can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Leanne, Took care of my father after he came home from a rehab facility. She had a great amount of patience and was able to manage dad's feisty attitude. She has a good sense of humor and is also good with animals. She was always on time. I would definitely hire...
Care member
5.0
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Greetings, my name is Grace. I have been a caregiver for over 10 years.
My passion for taking care of the elderly started at a very early age. My grandmother took care of me and my siblings when my mother passed in my childhood. Whenever I am with a client I have feelings of warmth and family. In this way l believe I am...
Grace can also help with: Hospice services, visiting physician, personal care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Grace came to our family to take care of my recently hospitalized nonagenarian mother in 2008. She worked for us on and off for several years coming in as a full time caregiver in 2012. My mother died in 2013. Grace stayed with us through 2018 when my father died....
Kate K.
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: Hospice services, personal care, respite care, live-in home care, dementia
5.0
"Doreen helped care for my elderly mother for several years. She was wonderful & I would highly recommend her."
Dave L.
Zejna K.
Wethersfield, CT
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Certified Nurse Assistant Available For Senior Caregiving, Housekeeping And Pet Caring. Full Or Part
4.3
(10)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Passionate, loving and caring with 7 years of experience working with senior clients at four different locations including homecare (several clients), hospitals (Hartford Hospital) and nursing homes (Hughes Health, Avon Healthcare and Alexandria Manor).
Skills:
Vital signs: temp, blood pressure, pulses and respiration....
Zejna can also help with: Dementia, errands, personal care, transportation, visiting physician, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"There are not enough words to express my gratitude for all that Zejna has done for my uncle and his partner. Originally she was hired to do some light housework, errands, take my uncle to the doctor, and be companion. As the time went on, so did my uncle's needs...
Susan E.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
An energetic loving caring person who enjoys spending time with the elderly talking socializing and helping them out. Every elderly person I treat as my mother or father give them love and attention. My overall aim is to put a smile on their face and make them laugh no matter the condition. I have been vaccinated for covid-19
Paulette can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Paulette was wonderful! She helped with my father who had severe dementia. Such a pleasant and dependable person, and great for this job!"
Christina M.
Patmart M.
Newington, CT
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
There's probably no perfect formula for a great caregiver. Each caring, giving, compassionate person is slightly different. But there are certain traits and skills that all good caregivers should have. Hey there! I'm Patricia, polish caregiver I'm here to lend a helping hand If you need any assistance, don't hesitate to reach...
Patmart can also help with: Home modification, mobility assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, live-in home care, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
I have a passion for helping others especially the elderly. Looking for a caregiver supervisory position or personal caregiver. I am a certified caregiver.
Elvira can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, mobility assistance, companionship, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
I started to do care-giving at 1997. I like elderly, they are like little kids who needs special care and love. Originally I am from Europe, from Estonia. I raised up six children, they are all grown up and they own. I have very good references and experiences. I am very good cook, sewing is my hobby, home is always clean. So,...
Eha can also help with: Live-in home care
Hello. My name is Rachel & I thank you for taking the time in getting to know me. I am not a CNA, LPN or RN but I have cared for patients in their home mostly running errands, light housekeeping , med reminders , and even preparing food for them. One of these patients was my Nana who had dementia & currently I help my father...
Rachel can also help with: Errands, transportation, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep
Joyce A.
Rocky Hill, CT
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Joyce A from Middletown, CT
I am a dependable, patient and compassionate caregiver. I have been working in the home care industry for over 20 years+. I pride myself on being able to quickly learn new skills and adapt to any situation. In the past, I have assisted clients with their activities of daily living, engaged in...
Joyce can also help with: Errands, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, hospice services, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
Experienced caregiver with 15+ years with disabled and elderly in their homes. I can help with all daily needs. I have also worked with patients that have memory issues and acquired brain injuries. I spent 9 years working with a paraplegic patient. I assisted him with shower and bathroom routine. Transfers with hoyer lift to bed...
Laura can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, dementia, companionship, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
I'd describe my personality as nurturing, caring, empathetic.
I like caring for seniors because It gives me a sense of doing something that matters and makes someone's quality of life better.
I'm looking for a job that is m-f preferably full time (25 hours or more). I am happy to do meal prep and light housework.
I will shop...
laura can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Hi there,
My name is Jalynne A. I have about 6 years of caregiving/babysitting - and I currently am working out of a company in Plymouth NH as a certified at home care giver. Over the last 5 years I have worked with many families with people of every age. I am very familiar and comfortable working with- pickups/drop off, house...
Jalynne can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, live-in home care, light cleaning, respite care, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
I looked after my mother who had Alzheimer's for 10 years while also providing care and companionship to other seniors with varying needs. For example, I performed advocacy, financial tasks and was general and medical POA for a centenarian, while, for other elders, I was just their trusted friend and helper. After my mother...
Christine can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, respite care, personal care, dementia, errands & more
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Recent caregiver reviews in Portland, CT
Courtney N.
5.0
Courtney is working for us now. She is reliable, kind, responsible, dependable.... in a nutshell she is wonderful. She cares for my mom who has dementia. And her patience and kindness is so appreciated. Mom must enjoy her visits because she is accepting of Courtney coming to the house. Courtney...
- Kim M.
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.
Anna J.
5.0
While Anna was unable to fill in for the days and time we needed her to care for mom, she was very quick to respond, very pleasant, and shared kind words. Good luck Anna.
Dave in Berlin
- Dave C.
Leanne O.
5.0
We have a special needs son who she did a great job watching. She was patient and knew when he needed to take a walk etc.
- Care member
Grace K.
5.0
Grace is a wonderful person and caregiver to my mother. She would listen to my mothers needs, and get them right away. Aging at home is not easy for our parents, but Grace made it possible. I would recommend Grace a 100 percent. She is kind, funny, responsible, honest, and above all become a...
- Amy B.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Portland, CT
What caregiver services can I find near me in Portland, CT?
Most private senior caregiver services in Portland, 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 Portland.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Portland, CT in 2025?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Portland, CT on Care.com as of April, 2025 is $23.33 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 Portland, CT?
There are currently 3 caregivers in Portland, CT on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Portland, 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 Portland before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Portland, CT background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Portland, 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.