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Hi,
I can take care seniors as well. I am very well experienced thanks to my grandmother who passed away several years ago. I would love to give care.
Busra can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
3.8
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Experience EMT/CNA Caregiver.
Worked w Dementia, Alzheimer's, Stroke L/R, Behavioral, Hospice, Disabled. Over 30 years experience. Great work ethics and always on time. Available all hours
My last position through care. com I moved to be closer to my client.
Committed & Reliable!!
Zina can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, personal care
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Zina is in a word AMAZING. She is kind and compassionate, warm and friendly and always goes above and beyond. My family hired her to care for my 82 year old Mom who needed assistance with bathing, dressing, feeding, supervision and assist with ambulation. Zina's...
Laura O.
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, light cleaning, errands, live-in home care, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Tasane K.
Rocky Hill, CT
$28-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
I've Worked With People Who Have Disabilities Such Alzheimer's
I have worked with individuals with the elderly who have Alzheimers disease, Dementia, or stroke. I'm able to transfer a patient from chair into car or bed.
I'd describe my personality as very kind , dependable, hardworking
I like caring for seniors because it gives me pleasure helping people
I started caring for seniors...
Tasane can also help with: Errands, dementia, home modification, meal prep, light cleaning
Michael B.
Middletown, CT
$17-26/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: Dementia, light cleaning, companionship, errands, hospice services, home modification & more
I am very caring and loving person.
Dedicated and compassionate provider of elder care. Companionship and comfort for senior citizen residents of assisted living and memory care communities.
Patient, personable and professional in responding to resident needs, with a gentle touch and caring attitude centered on treating all...
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: Mobility assistance, light cleaning, companionship
Skills:
CNA
Since I retired from my full time career with AT&T Mobility I have been working for Companions and Homemakers and private clients helping the elderly in their homes. I spent many years assisting my mother who had dementia and am very involved with the care for my sister who has a severe traumatic brain injury. I also am a loving...
Patty can also help with: Respite care, errands, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, transportation & more
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: Light cleaning, errands, dementia, live-in home care, meal prep, personal care & more
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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My background involves caring for the elderly in their homes. I am patient, caring and a great listener.
I am very responsive to the needs of the person I am caring for. I am also a licensed Cosmetologist and did hair for seniors residing in a nursing home, for several years.
I have references available upon request.
Kimberly can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, home modification & more
5.0
"Kim was hired to take care of my 92 year old mother with slight dementia. She was very caring, compassionate and patient with her. I would hire Kim to take care of me!"
Nancy Z.
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: Respite care, personal care, hospice services, live-in home care, 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.
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: Hospice services, personal care, respite care, home modification, dementia, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Home Health Aide
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...
Care member
4.2
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Strong medical background with ICU experience as a Nursing Technician/ Nursing Assistant, 20+ years of homecare experience specialized in memory care and dementia patients as well as Parkinson's Disease and end of life care/ hospice care. I have excellent references and great reputation as a caregiver , companion, cook and...
Maria can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, errands, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Maria has been wonderful to work with in every respect, far exceeding our family's expectations. She relates to our parents (who are in their 80's) warmly, with stimulating and engaging conversation, while helping them with a broad variety of household tasks...
Care member
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, dementia, live-in home care, companionship, hospice services, 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 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: Home modification, personal care, dementia
5.0
"Kind, reliable, personable and caring!"
Linda D.
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi,
My name is Gosia.
I am experienced caregiver working in the field for over 20 years.
My experience includes:
- Working with elderly people with different kinds of health issues including: Dementia, Alzheimer, Parkinson,
Multiple Sclerosis, Stroke, Cardiovascular diseases and Physical disabilities
- Working with elderly...
Malgorzata can also help with: Meal prep, personal care, light cleaning, dementia, errands
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Teresa P.
South Windsor, CT
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a caregiver living in south Windsor CT.
I have more then 12 years working with the elderly and have experience with dementia and Alzheimer's care. I speak English, Portuguese and Spanish, I'm compassionate a love to cook and treat my clients with love and care like if they are my family . if needed I can give good...
Teresa can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, personal care, transportation, dementia, errands & more
5.0
"Teresa did an amazing job caring for my father, she treated him as if it were her own. She's very sweet and dependable, I never had to worry about him while he was in her care. If you need help with a loved one she's your person."
Rubina W.
5.0
(4)
I enjoy being selfless, giving care to those in need, helping and putting a smile on some one face is a joy to me. I have worked with mostly dementia patients, and always happy working with them.
Tameka can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, mobility assistance, companionship, personal care & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Miss Tameka is very honest and respectful. She is a hard worker. I am recommending her because I know that she is very reliable and kind. She was a great CNA and awesome help with our client."
Shasa L.
Jacqueline M.
East Hartford, CT
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
CNA and CPR certified, First aid trained
20 years working in a hospital on intermediate care fl
Years of experience working in nursing homes, assisted living, as a home health aide, companion/caregiver
Hospice care aide
Memory care aide
I have been helping/taking care of seniors/elderly for over 20 years in their homes and...
Jacqueline can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, companionship, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"she is friendly, caring, professional, skilled and reliable"
Kurt D.
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Recent caregiver reviews in Portland, CT
Zina R.
5.0
Zina is in a word AMAZING. She is kind and compassionate, warm and friendly and always goes above and beyond. My family hired her to care for my 82 year old Mom who needed assistance with bathing, dressing, feeding, supervision and assist with ambulation. Zina's care was second to none. My Mom took...
- Laura O.
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.
Kimberly M.
5.0
Kim was hired to take care of my 92 year old mother with slight dementia. She was very caring, compassionate and patient with her. I would hire Kim to take care of me!
- Nancy Z.
Susan S.
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 Caregiver position.
- Martha 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...
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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 January, 2025 is $23.25 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 4 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.