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I am a compassionate, reliable and patient caregiver. I am a currently certified and licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant who wants to help you/your loved one live their best life at any age. I will assist with all activities of daily living as well as provide transport and companionship when needed.
Kelly can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, personal care, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
Hello, I have many years of experience in working with the elderly. I am not only reliable, but responsible as well. I have excellent references upon request!
Sharon can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, transportation
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Hello! I am a 23-year-old female caregiver and I have 4 years of experience, from pediatric caregiving to senior caregiving. I can help with Transportation Services and Personal Care.
Naziya can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, errands, light cleaning, personal care
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Home Health Aide
Rosemary R.
Rensselaer, NY
$18-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
I accidentally came upon nursing aid work when I entered the field roughly seven years ago. I quickly realized that working with the geriatric population was one of my true passions in life. Although I absolutely love working in long term care facilities I've found that I'm unable to give the time/attention to each individual...
Rosemary can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, respite care, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
Angelina P.
Selkirk, NY
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Helping One Person Might Not Change The World, But It Could Change The World For One Person
5.0
(11)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Compassionate caregiver with 20 years of experience with Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, hospice, dementia and companion care as well. I have also worked in the human service field for 8 years so have allot of experience with different physical and mental disabilities. I love being a caregiver because you can make an enormous...
Angelina can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, companionship, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Very good communication, dependable, punctual, friedly"
Care member
5.0
(3)
I have over 20 years of experience working with the Elderly population.
I am professional, compassionate, and committed to providing the best care possible.
I can provide references.
Wendy can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, companionship, errands & more
5.0
"Wendy took care of my father when he had Alzheimer’s and she was absolutely phenomenal! My mother and father both adored Wendy and could always rely on her for care and support! She quickly became like a member of our family. I highly recommend Wendy! She is...
Belinda M.
Kailee K.
Watervliet, NY
$20-40/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I worked at CMH as a PCA for 4 years. I'm very experienced in caring for the elderly, wether it was helping patients with getting stronger and healthier again or giving the patients and their families nurturing care during their final days. I'm able to assist with bathing, toileting, feeding, transferring and spending quality...
Kailee can also help with: Companionship, errands, meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Kailee is compassionate, kind, dedicated and dependable. If you need help with Senior care, I highly recommend Kailee. She was always punctual and provided excellent service to my 85 year-old father who was recovering from multiple hospitalizations. Kailee helped...
Jennifer R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love the elderly and have a big heart for them. I have been providing home care since 2007, and have pages of excellent references. Please don't hesitate to contact me, to see how I might be of assistance; PCA certification, very experienced with Dementia & Alzheimer's, Parkinson's/Lewy Body, Supranuclear Palsy, Stroke,...
Daniela can also help with: Errands, home modification, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, live-in home care & more
5.0
"There is no better caregiver out there. She was a friend and former employee, who was afterward chosen to take care of our beloved mother. She was family to us. We never worried for a moment that she had anything but the best of intentions for our mother. She...
Mary M.
5.0
(8)
I am a Pca, Cna and residential counselor with over 16 years of experience. I provide my individuals with assistance in their activities of their daily living and I also am medication certified so I can assist with medicine management and appointments etc. I love what I do, it gives me great joy and fulfillment to help others...
Akosua can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"She was very dependable a very hard dedicated employee."
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a certified home health aide with 10+ years experience delivering compassionate caregiving specializing in caring for elderly, person suffering from illness, and those with disabilities. Adept in providing optimal care for those who cannot care for themselves , and those who require a more intense level of patient care . ,...
Shaeisha can also help with: Meal prep, errands, hospice services, dementia, live-in home care, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Shaeisha was amazing, she goes above and beyond. Very Reliable, we would definitely recommend her and rehire her."
Kerrol C.
5.0
(4)
I am a passionate caregiver/ companion with over 10 yrs of experience in long term/ end of life care. I have worked with Alzheimer's and Dementia patients. I have also worked in rehabilitation. I am knowledgeable in med administration, specialty diets and how to prepare them; such as puree, mechanical soft, moist ground, ect. As...
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services, live-in home care, dementia, companionship & more
5.0
"Sarah is wonderful. She is kind and warm and always ready with a smile. Her work ethic, punctuality, and professionalism is equally matched by her skill. She was one of my dad's aides after his stroke and it was so comforting to us to know he was in kind, patient...
Sandra M.
Chelsy B.
Delmar, NY
$25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hey I'm Chelsy! I'm a certified nurses assistant. I've been in the field for 8-9 years and I love what I do! I will take care of your family member as if they are my own! If I'm unable to help you with hours that you need I can refer you to one of my girls that I worked with for the last 8 years or so. I can give you references....
Chelsy can also help with: Dementia, home modification, errands, light cleaning, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
5.0
"Kind, dependable and knowledgeable. Great help to my family."
Jim and Jeannine M.
Mary-kathleen B.
Albany, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Retired Rn Looking For Caregiver Position Part time. Companion And Help At Home, Errands.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Retired RN back in workforce , last 12 years many elder cases , cooking , cleaning , meds and Dr appts. Dementia, visually impaired patients, hospice . Activities of daily living . Really enjoy listening to people's life stories and seeing the joy as they relive their memories.
Fully vaccinated and boosted.
Mary-kathleen can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, errands, personal care, companionship & more
5.0
"Kate has served our family with nearly three wonderful years of caretaking for my 95 year old Nana. Her care and compassion are unmatched! My Nana has several chronic diseases that Kate helped our family navigate and treat with the same level of devotion and...
Katie B.
I am a wonderful caregiver as I cared for my Mom, my husband I am caring for now who has Parkinson's disease. I retired 3 years ago from NYS Govt as an admin asst. I want to give back to Senior Citizens as they once cared for their families. I feel in my heart to keep Seniors in their homes and help their family by giving them a...
Sandra can also help with: Companionship, errands, meal prep, dementia, transportation, light cleaning & more
I most recently finished a job that I had for almost a year my lady had to transition into a residential setting as she required 24 hour care. She was a difficult client however our time together was enjoyable.
Eva can also help with: Companionship, mobility assistance, personal care, respite care
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Ulyana B.
Albany, NY
$15-35/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello,
I have Master degree in Psychology and last 10 years worked as HR Manager. I take care for one nice old lady from 2022 till now, but I have additional free hours what I can use to provide help for one who needs. I have 1, 6 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Home Care, care giving or...
Ulyana can also help with: Dementia, personal care, meal prep, light cleaning, errands
I have experience in caring for both the able and disabled elderly in multiple settings such as nursing homes, hospitals, and homes. I am very flexible as I can take on a variety of responsibilities such as preparing meals, feeding, cleaning/laundry, bathing, dressing, transportation and medication assistance.
Kayla can also help with: Transportation, dementia, errands, light cleaning, meal prep
Hello thank u for stopping in , I Kaprisha am a Compassionate Certified Home Health Aide for 15 years now. I'm CPR certified, I'm NHTD certified, I'm Going to school to become a Certified Nursing Assistant in September 24. I have a wide range of medical care skills applicable to positions in public and private healthcare...
Kaprisha can also help with: Personal care, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
Helped take care of my grandmother who suffered dementia for years. Duties included light house keeping, meal prep, daily walks and activities to keep busy. I understand the importance of senior care and love making people happy
Leanne can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, transportation, light cleaning, errands
Menucha B.
Albany, NY
$16-18/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi, I've been trained as an emt and as a nursing assistant. As a kid I noticed my grandparents being mistreated by their caregivers and it made me passionate about ensuring that older people are treated with respect, kindness, and gentleness. It's fulfilling to me to make sure that people are treated as people worthy of...
Menucha can also help with: Errands, transportation, light cleaning, respite care, live-in home care, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
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Recent caregiver reviews in Rensselaer, NY
Angelina P.
5.0
Angie is very caring and attentive she's very outgoing and she follows her schedule she was even able to get my grandfather to eat his vegetables she's very compassionate and she had a great relationship with my grandfather while she was taking care of him I would highly recommend Angelina
- Care member
Wendy B.
5.0
Wendy is caring and went above and beyond to help.
- Blair M.
Kailee K.
5.0
Kailee is compassionate, kind, dedicated and dependable. If you need help with Senior care, I highly recommend Kailee. She was always punctual and provided excellent service to my 85 year-old father who was recovering from multiple hospitalizations. Kailee helped with everything from companionship...
- Jennifer R.
Daniela F.
5.0
There is no better caregiver out there. She was a friend and former employee, who was afterward chosen to take care of our beloved mother. She was family to us. We never worried for a moment that she had anything but the best of intentions for our mother. She was simply: compassionate and...
- Mary M.
Akosua D.
5.0
She was very dependable a very hard dedicated employee.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Rensselaer, NY
What caregiver services can I find near me in Rensselaer, NY?
Most private senior caregiver services in Rensselaer, 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 Rensselaer.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Rensselaer, NY in 2025?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Rensselaer, NY on Care.com as of April, 2025 is $21.50 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 Rensselaer, NY?
There are currently 4 caregivers in Rensselaer, NY on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Rensselaer, 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 Rensselaer before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Rensselaer, NY background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Rensselaer, 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.