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60 caregivers are listed in Schenectady, NY
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby caregivers is 7 years
Caregivers in Schenectady, NY
5.0
(19)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a compassionate and reliable caregiver with 15+ years experience in long term/ end of life care. I am committed to providing the best care possible for your loved ones. Certified as a CNA and PCA in the past and currently I am a certified Medical Assistant. I have experience caring for those with dementia / Alzheimer's,...
Kayla can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, dementia, hospice services, meal prep, companionship & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Kayla is an amazing human ! She is e trembly caring compassionate and knowledgeable ! She cares for each case she takes on like it’s family ! Highly recommend Kala ! "
Care member
5.0
(10)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have over 25 years of care giving experience. I cared for a family member who was very ill . So I began caring for seniors with Alzheimer's, Dementia, Congestive heart failure and also Parkinson's. My responsibilities include companionship, personal care, making sure medicines are taken, assisting with dressing, meal...
Wendy can also help with: Transportation, dementia, companionship, errands
5.0
"Very caring toward elderly patients . Reliable and knowledgeable . Always carries a professional demeanor/ competent."
Michele S.
5.0
(1)
My name is Mercedes, I'm a Venezuelan medical doctor with specialty en Toxicology and Occupational health working in the US as caregiver for elders, infants and special needs since 2009. At work my priority is safety, happiness and general well being of the caretaker on my care. Please call me Mercedes
5.0
"Mercedes is kind, knowledgeable, and connects with her clients on a personal level. You can not go wrong interviewing her to see if she is the right fit for your needs."
Cathy O.
5.0
(2)
Love seeing the smiles on someone you do for, and care for. We all need help sometimes, and i like to help ones who deserve and need it!
Thomas can also help with: Mobility assistance, home modification, companionship, hospice services, personal care, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
5.0
"I have known Tommy for 7 years. He is the most respected, reliable person I know!! Always on time and there for you if you need him. Clean and very trustworthy. If anyone would hire him for anything they would not be disappointed as he gives 200% into EVERY thing...
Donato F.
4.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have had 20 years of experience working as a certified nursing assistant. I am able to assist with walking and light exercise, plan and prepare meals, monitor food expiration dates, make beds and change linens as needed, perform light housekeeping to include dusting and vacuuming, assist with bathing, dressing and grooming,...
Lolita can also help with: Respite care, dementia, personal care
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Lolita is caring, compassionate, has great bedside manner, very dependable, a true professional. She took such great care of my mother; can't thank her enough. I absolutely recommend her!"
Scott B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Marilyn E, LPN. I would like to start out by telling you a little bit more about myself, I have been a CNA for 13 years I am now an LPN. I have worked at Pathways Rehab and Nursing for 8 years. I'm very dependable and reliable and will treat your family w the dignity and respect they deserve. I enjoy being one on one. I would...
Marilyn can also help with: Dementia, personal care, hospice services, respite care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Licensed Nurse
CNA
5.0
"Marilyn is very reliable and friendly she is a leader and we enjoyed her working with our family"
David W.
Motunrayo A.
Schenectady, NY
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
I am a compassionate and skilled Senior Caregiver with over 5 years of experience in providing high-quality care to seniors. Certified in CPR and First Aid, with expertise in vital signs monitoring, sugar checkups, and daily living assistance. While I do not drive, I have reliable alternative transportation arrangements that...
Motunrayo can also help with: Home modification, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, errands & more
5.0
"Mo has been a true blessing for our family. From the moment she began caring for our mom, it was clear that she was not just skilled, but deeply compassionate and attentive. She consistently demonstrated patience, understanding, and empathy in every interaction,...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 18 plus years experience as a caregiver. While providing quality care in all settings. I have had the opportunity to assist in providing care to various populations: Alzheimer, Lewy Body Dementia, Parkinson Disease, disabilities that are classified under the OPWDD umbrella. Additionally, I have provided tracheotomy care...
Leslie can also help with: Errands, hospice services, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Leslie was amazing! She cared for my father for a week until he passed away and in that time she became family. He was very medically complex and she handled it all so well. She was so attentive to my father and always went above and beyond. She even came over on a...
Colleen K.
Danielle D.
Schenectady, NY
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Very Flexible And Reliable Caretaker Available. Amazing References
3.8
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, Danielle here. I have lived in the capital district my entire life and love doing what I do.
I'm a very flexible, strong, compassionate, reliable and smart woman that truly enjoys most aspects of Home health care.
I offer years of knowledge relating to diabetes, ALS, Parkinson's, dementia, quads, ROM, diets, and so much...
Skills:
CNA
4.0
"Can provide medical needs to patient, personal care, household upkeep, whatever is needed for personalized attention for patient. "
Nancy T.
This is the beginning of my care-giving journey. I have worked in the emergency department in upstate NY for the past four years and before that I worked in a psych department for a year. I will be able to proved care for your loved one while you are away and do light house keeping as well if needed.
Chantel can also help with: Dementia
I am married have a child, 33 years old female, work with a doctor for 2 years as a doctor's assistant, I have a certificate in caregiver from Red Cross
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Meal preparation, medications, bath, groceries, cleaning. Have previous experiences with hoyer lift and ostomy.
Artie Sharmela can also help with: Meal prep, personal care, mobility assistance, light cleaning, companionship, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
I am currently retired from Visiting Nurses of Schenectady with 29 years plus experience with references upon request
Dora can also help with: Light cleaning, visiting nurse, meal prep, dementia, personal care, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
I have done private duty cases for many years. I have also worked with people on hospice and palliative care. I graduated LPN school in 2015. I'm a licensed practical nurse. I have worked at Sunnyview on the brain injury unit. I have experience with medications, wounds, feeding dressing , bathing, dementia, and much more. My...
Jaree can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, hospice services, dementia, meal prep, transportation & more
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
My skills include problem solving, compassion towards patients, effective communication with family members and healthcare patients
Shaunaisha can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship
Hi I am very responsible patient and creativity person who had approximately 30 years experience working with adult and children I have my own transportation Like to clean
Carolina can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, light cleaning, respite care, errands, live-in home care & more
I have worked on long term care facilities, rehabilitation, home health aid and in hospital PCT. I have worked with individuals with Alzheimer's and dementia for 4 years in these settings and perform light housekeeping, meal preparation, transport to appointments, companionship, ADLs and errands.
Brittany can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, errands, meal prep, transportation
Empty-nester seeking part-time hours to fill some idle hours. I dabbled in home care back in 2000, several years before becoming coming a nurse, just for extra income when my children were small. Now the kids have grown and I'd like to keep busy.
Lori A can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care, dementia, hospice services, meal prep
I have 12 wonderful years of experience working with Alzheimer's , dementia , Parkinson, MS and disabled people I enjoyed taking care of Senior I am very honest loyal warm and caring and I can take care of your needs in your home.
Lots of amazing references upon requests.
Heimlata can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, personal care, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
For decades, I have been providing excellent service as a private duty PCA and Home Health Aide. My clients have varied in different stages of level of cares needed, from companionship to beginning stages of dementia to severe Alzheimer's.
Excellent care will be provided for your love ones, that need assistance within their...
Lolita can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, companionship, home modification, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
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Recent caregiver reviews in Schenectady, NY
Kayla C.
5.0
Kayla is a great addition to my parent care team. She is very dependable, friendly, and really caring towards my parents. One has dementia and the other has parkinsons, so she is very skilled at providing them the care they need. I would highly recommend Kayla.
- Care member
Wendy H.
5.0
Wendy is one of the most reliable kind honest people I know- She has been with our family for almost a year now and I don't know a better person to have helping with the care of my dad - You would be lucky to have her be a part of your family.
- Susan B.
Mercedes G.
5.0
Mercedes is kind, knowledgeable, and connects with her clients on a personal level. You can not go wrong interviewing her to see if she is the right fit for your needs.
- Cathy O.
Thomas F.
5.0
Tom is very reliable and responsible. He was a terrific helper to an elderly family member during a time when it was desperately needed. He took care of all of the basic housekeeping and companion care needs for this family member, and was highly regarded by her daughters.
- MICHELLE Z.
Lolita B.
5.0
Lolita is caring, compassionate, has great bedside manner, very dependable, a true professional. She took such great care of my mother; can't thank her enough. I absolutely recommend her!
- Scott B.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Schenectady, NY
What caregiver services can I find near me in Schenectady, NY?
Most private senior caregiver services in Schenectady, 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 Schenectady.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Schenectady, NY in 2025?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Schenectady, NY on Care.com as of January, 2025 is $21.36 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 Schenectady, NY?
There are currently 42 caregivers in Schenectady, NY on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Schenectady, 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 Schenectady before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Schenectady, NY background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Schenectady, 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.
Ratings for Schenectady, NY caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Caregivers in Schenectady, NY are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 45 reviews of the 60 listed caregivers.