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60 caregivers are listed in Smithtown, NY
The average posted rate is $25/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby caregivers is 7 years
Caregivers in Smithtown, NY
5.0
(8)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have always loved being a caregiver for children, animals and the senior population. I have 20+yrs of experience with Seniors including my position of Office Manager/Client Care Coordinator for 14 yrs with a Home Care and 5 yrs with a Nursing Home. I am reliable, honest, dependable, organized, clean, active and I love to cook....
Karen can also help with: Dementia
5.0
"Karen has become a family member in a sense, her compassion for my mom is above and beyond what I expected or can ask for !
Karen is attentive to all my mothers needs , she communicates with me regularly so that I never have a question .
When my days come , I'm...
Charles A.
4.5
(8)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a nurturing/empathetic person who would be an asset to a senior needing transportation to medical appointments, food shopping, general errands, church visits, etc.. I can also help with light house work and provide good company. Certified Home Health Aide Certification with perfect score. CPR/First Aide Certified....
Kathy can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, dementia, errands, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Kathy was a wonderful caregiver for my parents. She's warm, compassionate and very hard working."
Andrew S.
Experienced senior caregiver I am a mature caring, compassionate adult who has helped my disabled dad as well as others for 5 years I am willing to run errands - check in - light cooking - pick up food - perscriptions ect. I am a responsible, dependable adult who would like to help others in need.
Diane can also help with: Dementia, personal care
I have provided hare provided care for seniors which I love to do. Often they feel alone and I like to make them feel good knowing that I care about them. I am very strong and I don't have a problem with assisting with mobility.
David can also help with: Dementia, personal care
Khatia S.
Smithtown, NY
$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Available For Companionship, Housekeeping And Meal Prep.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Experienced Friday/Weekend Caregiver Available I'm Khatia, originally from Georgia, with a bachelor's degree in West European languages. With over 5 years of dedicated caregiving experience in New York, I offer compassionate care tailored to your loved one's needs! As a CPR/first aid certified caregiver, I specialize in...
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
(1)
My qualifications include:
-Extremely capable and compassionate individual with extensive experience in elderly care giving.
-Hard-working, honest, able to take initiative and go beyond the expectations of employer.
-Enthusiastic to get a caregiver position at a private household utilizing qualifications and care giving skills...
Ashley can also help with: Dementia
5.0
"We hired Ashley and my father has been very happy with her work. She is dependable, hard working, and caring. We are very fortunate to have found her."
Mark G.
5.0
(2)
Hi there I'm an experience Home health aide
For the past 6 years. I am certified in Pca & Hha since 2017. I am also fimiliar with Cpap as I have worked for 4 years in the Cdpap department.
I have more avaliabilty Overnight's then Day time shift's.
I am a outstanding responsible and caring individual that loves giving more then...
Diana can also help with: Meal prep, errands, companionship, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"She is a great person she is lovely and caring person u would love how she is and having her around"
Glenis C.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a compassionate mom of 2 girls and grandmother of 3. I have been caring for the elderly for the last 5 years and it is very rewarding. The elderly Long for care, love, compassion and companionship and I enjoy giving that.
No greater compliment in the world when after watching someone for so long, they consider you family...
Crescenza can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, transportation, companionship, meal prep
5.0
"One of the sweetest and caring people I have spoken with on here. I would have hired her if our schedules worked out."
Lee G.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have taken care of my father for 3 years with dementia. I had to dress him give him medications made meals and made sure he was safe. I also have taken care of 3 other women who have dementia. I enjoy working with the seniors because they are forgotten and need TLC. They still have their self respect and I will give that to...
Susan can also help with: Light cleaning, mobility assistance, companionship, dementia, meal prep, personal care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I can not say enough good things about Susan and the care she gave my mom who had the beginning stages of dementia. From cooking meals, showers, and taking care of the household chores she gets an A+. Susan is reliable and always came to work when she was...
Laurie K.
Dajeka M.
Bay Shore, NY
$18/hr • 2 yrs exp
Compassionate Nursing Student And Trained CNA With Clinical Experience
3.7
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Dajeka, a compassionate caregiver with clinical experience in Alzheimer's care and a trained CNA. I'm dedicated to providing exceptional care and companionship to seniors on Long Island. My passion is enriching the lives of the elderly with respect, kindness, and professionalism.
Dajeka can also help with: Meal prep, personal care, dementia, errands
Skills:
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Kind & skilled cna who helped with a variety of tasks our usual home aide wasn't available for."
Lawrence H.
5.0
(1)
3 yrs experience
HHA certified
full-time
available Monday-Saturday
PCA experience
hrs; 9am-6 p.m.
Huntington area
Wendy can also help with: Personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Wendy is a hard worker and caring person and treats her patients as if they were her own family she goes above and beyond it was a true pleasure to have her "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Caregiver
10+ years experience
Dementia and Alzheimer's experience
I love what I do helping the people who needs care.
English and Spanish speaking
Sonia can also help with: Dementia, personal care, light cleaning, errands, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
4.6
(11)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I have been in the medical field for over 18 years including time in the FDNY . I am CPR certified and I love taking care of people and their families. I have many references available. I also worked as an dialysis technician.
Harmony can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, personal care, companionship, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Harmony was on time, responsible & caring. She was a great help for my needs."
Care member
Karen A.
Port Jefferson Station, NY
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello, my name is Karen. I am looking for a part-time position as a Senior Caregiver with over 10 years of experience in elderly care. I am dedicated to improving the quality of life for seniors by providing more than just basic care, including engaging activities and meaningful companionship. My expertise includes assisting...
Karen can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, hospice services, errands, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I'm a retired RN with 35 years experience. I'm conscientious, reliable, knowledgeable, kind and empathetic.
Catherine can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, mobility assistance, personal care & more
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
5.0
"Catherine has been an amazing caregiver. Could not ask for anyone better!"
Linda G.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I enjoy giving and caring for the elderly. My first experience was with my mother-in-law. I cared for her completely for 10 weeks. My first job was for a 70-year-old woman with the onset of dementia and mostly blind, I cared for her for five years. My next job I took care of an 89-year-old woman with the onset of dementia. She...
Dolores can also help with: Personal care, dementia
5.0
"It is hard to put into words the magic and beauty of Dolores. She will forever be a part of our family. She cared for my mother with severe Dementia and NPH for more than two years- they don't come better than Dolores. She was beyond committed to my mother, wholly...
Aimee F.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 8 years of experience as senior caregiver. Reference available upon request. I'm a pets friendly. My service includes lightly housekeeping, patients laundry, prepared and serve meal. Shower, encourage range of motion. Clean patients bathroom, bedroom.. ext.
Madeline can also help with: Companionship, mobility assistance, errands, personal care, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I hired Madeline and she cared for my 94 yr old Dad for 3 months. She is hardworking, caring, capable, organized, reliable, chatted with Dad and kept him engaged, cooked meals, cleaned and sanitized. Extremely professional, dependable and knowledgeable. A Gem!!"
Dana M.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Antonia, I have 15 years experience working in the caregiving and medical fields. This time has made me very dependable , loyal and committed to every client I take on. Over the years I have come to love working with my favorite people, the elderly. Unfortunately my previous employer, the wonderful woman I was...
Antonia can also help with: Dementia, personal care, live-in home care
5.0
"Antonia ( Annie) is fabulous! She cared for my mother for several years- while my mom's dementia was still mild, up until her death from dementia when she was pretty much bed-ridden. Antonia was always on time, would always be willing to work extra hours, spend...
Susan G.
3.7
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Wendy I'm 37 yrs old have 10yrs experience in the field I currently work overnights as a direct care give I love my line of work in would love to extend my services. I'm available from 9:30 a.m. til 10 p.m. . If you have any questions feel free to contact me , I'm CPR certified
Wendy can also help with: Dementia, errands, hospice services, home modification, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Wendy is terrific she was with us when my mom passed and she was amazing. She is smart beautiful personable, and flexible. She is one of the best cleaners she had my parents home so clean. I would hire her just to clean"
Care member
Sue Ellen P.
Ronkonkoma, NY
$30/hr • 4 yrs exp
Caregiver, Compassionate , Trustworthy And Client Focused .Strong Desire To Work For Elderly.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I enjoy working with the clients of all ages and socioeconomic backgrounds and have a demonstrated ability to develop great relationship with them and their families. Moreover, I am trustworthy and responsible person who take great pleasure in all kinds of care giving tasks. Besides, I am dedicated to work hard and always accept...
Sue Ellen can also help with: Home modification, respite care, dementia, hospice services, personal care, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Sue Ellen is a remarkable Caregiver/Personal Assistant. She is always well- organized, detailed oriented and always gets the job done. I am truly blessed to have her in my life."
Renee K.
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Recent caregiver reviews in Smithtown, NY
Karen M.
5.0
Karen came to us almost 4 years ago. She has journeyed with us in the care of our mom over those 4 years. We couldn't have asked for a better fit for our mom and ourselves. She is a godsend. The kindness, dedication and compassion was amazing. She helped us through the ups and downs of illnesses...
- Care member
Kathy V.
5.0
Kathy has help take care of my mom (96 this year) for nearly 5 years. Starting with companionship and as my mom needs became greater Kathy picked up whatever was needed including shopping, cooking, health care provider, advisor to me, personal care as needed and scheduling, taking her too and being...
- Care member
Ashley R.
5.0
We hired Ashley and my father has been very happy with her work. She is dependable, hard working, and caring. We are very fortunate to have found her.
- Mark G.
Diana J.
5.0
She is a great person she is lovely and caring person u would love how she is and having her around
- Glenis C.
Crescenza C.
5.0
Diana has been a godsend. When my mother’s aide abruptly departed, she was left without someone to assist her with bathing/showering. Diana has been responsive, communicative and punctual since we began working with her. I would highly recommend her.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Smithtown, NY
What caregiver services can I find near me in Smithtown, NY?
Most private senior caregiver services in Smithtown, 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 Smithtown.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Smithtown, NY in 2025?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Smithtown, NY on Care.com as of April, 2025 is $25.40 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 Smithtown, NY?
There are currently 5 caregivers in Smithtown, NY on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Smithtown, 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 Smithtown before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Smithtown, NY background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Smithtown, 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 Smithtown, NY caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Caregivers in Smithtown, NY are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 16 reviews of the 60 listed caregivers.