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60 caregivers are listed in Wantagh, NY
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby caregivers is 7 years
Caregivers in Wantagh, NY
4.9
(7)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Dorothy and I am a highly capable and professional Caregiver with 15 years experience. My role is to enrich the quality of their lives through expert care, humor and compassion. I believe in a comprehensive plan of care that will encompass the physical, psychological and mental health of my seniors. Past experience...
Dorothy can also help with: Respite care, dementia, hospice services, personal care
5.0
"Dorothy is a wonderful, compassionate, patient caregiver! She has been helping with my mom who has macular degeneration and needs some assistance. Dorothy has a great demeanor and does whatever my mom needs while she is there from preparing a meal to doing the...
Claudia B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a certified nursing assistant with a NY state license. I have six years experience working in a nursing home and also helping a family in their own private home. I enjoy what I do, knowing I can help someone other than myself, gives me great joy every day. I have all kinds of experience caring for client with dementia,...
Hortense can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, home modification, hospice services, personal care, respite care & more
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
CNA
5.0
"Hortense is an excellent caregiver. She worked with my mother, who suffered from dementia and multiple medical issues for five years. Every medical professional we met in doctor's offices and during hospital stays commented on Hortenses' excellent level of care and...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Quality care and ready to help seniors during these very difficult times.
Ana is experienced in Private Duty Care. She has worked with families that have dialysis, Alzheimer's and other health issues. She understands that seniors require compassion and patience. Ana always considers her clients as an extension of her family....
Ana can also help with: Dementia, home modification, respite care, hospice services, personal care
5.0
"Ana has been taking care of my grandparents for a year. She has become an extension of our family. She treats my family as she would her own. She is very dependable and very hardworking. Her responsibilities include health care management, coordinating doctors'...
Amanda P.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Lisa. I have 10 years of experience working for a large non profit. I managed a home for the mentally handicap who were suffering with Alzheimer's and Dementia. During my time working for them I worked as a counselor in several of their homes before taking a management position. I am a mother of 4 grown children....
Lisa can also help with: Personal care, respite care, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, dementia & more
5.0
(4)
I am caring, compassionate and reliable caregiver for over 10 years. I am Home Health aide certified. My passion is caring for seniors or others in need. I am honest and punctual.
Pauline can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, dementia, hospice services, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Very reliable and caring. Highly recommended! "
Bonnie M.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Marcia I'm experienced caretaker and companion with over 30+ years of providing care for the elderly in hospital/ at-home setting. I'm very patient, compassionate and empathetic also a good listener. My focus as a caregiver/companion is to provide optimal support to my patients through personalized assistance,...
Marcia can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, errands, dementia, meal prep, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Marcia is absolutely heaven sent . I needed someone I could trust with my mom and God sent her to me. She is knowledgeable , patient and so loving! She will always be part of my family and we will never forget the care she gave to our mom for those 3 years . "
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
For 12 years I helped with the personal care of a paraplegic; bathing, dressing, appointments, errands, meals and medication. At present I am working part-time with adults with disabilities. I enjoy working to uplift people and to give them a reason to be here.
Faith can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, personal care, transportation, errands, respite care & more
Skills:
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"Faith cared for my father who had recently been diagnosed with ALS. He progressed very quickly. She also is helping us care for my mother-in-law who is bedridden and has dementia. She has been an absolute gift to my family. She always shows up and is punctual and...
Gail B.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I come highly recommended. I am a certified in medical field for over 10 years, also and certified CPR. I have my certificate for physical therapy
I a caring dependable female. if you need I have a back round check I have one thru Winthrop. I am experience with Alzheimer and dementia patients. male or female. I can clean , cook....
Nancy can also help with: Personal care, dementia, hospice services
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"She worked for us for 8 months.
My mom has Alzheimer's, and having Nancy care for her, i had piece of mind, so I could concentrate on my job.
She's professional, compassionate and I would highly recommend her.
"
Kelly A.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello. My name is Ellen and I am a caregiver residing in Massapequa, New York. I have been working under Care. com for over 10 years. The women whom I have cared for were not only seen as women I worked for, but we (and their families) became close over the years. Work was not seen as work. The assistance and companionship I...
Ellen can also help with: Meal prep, mobility assistance, dementia, errands, companionship, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Ellen was the absolute best of all the people we hired to care for my mother. I actually credit her with extending my mother's life with the excellent care she gave my mother. She was proactive and completely attentive to my mother's needs and was a wonderful...
Ann D.
4.9
(43)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I am a professional, compassionate reliable in-home caregiver. I have 15 years experience with passion in health care field. Excellent communication. I am skilled in medication management, daily meal preparation, exercises, errands, medical appts, light housekeeping, total care/hygiene, makeup, hairstyles. I do my best to assure...
Drita can also help with: Home modification, light cleaning, errands, dementia, hospice services, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Drita provided daily care for my elderly grandmother. Drita was punctual, attentive to my grandmother’s needs, such as preparing meals, grooming, and dressing. Drita was also trustworthy, friendly, kind, compassionate and I recommend her to other families. "
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have over 20 years of institutional and home care experience. I truly enjoy my job. It gives me a sense of satisfaction to know I help to make someone's day brighter. I am very dedicated and a true professional. I have a very flexible Schedule. I would be a good addition to any team, I am a true team player. The duties I...
Sherrill can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, errands, companionship, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"I have hired Sheryl twice to take care of my wife on Christmas day. My wife has Alzheimer’s, and Sheryl spent the day attempting to engage my wife and interact with her. She took great care of her and was amazingly caring and loving, considering she had just met...
Care member
Maria R.
New Hyde Park, NY
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Available For Companionship,housekeeping,drive To And From Appointments,meal Preparation Etc.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I am a 51-year-old woman, I am mature, compassionate, and very responsible. I have over eight years of experience in caring for the elderly, Some of the daily tasks I have executed have been preparation of medications, preparing meals, managing appointments, paying bills, driving to and from appointments. Assisting in daily...
Maria can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, home modification, meal prep, errands, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Maria even while interviewing was very patient and compassionate. She has been so kind and understanding with my mother. She has done amazing to keep my mother happy and bringing her a better quality of life. Maria loves what she does and loves people and treats my...
James W.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Compassionate, dedicated, and skilled, I have 10 years of experience caring for the elderly and guiding them during both the challenging and joyous times in their life. Most recently, I worked with a woman for four years, first as a part time caregiver and then as a full time health care provider as her disease progressed. I am...
Denise can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, meal prep, mobility assistance, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Denise came in to our family at exactly the right moment and immediately gained the trust my mother as her client and our family. Within just a few days, it became clear that not only would our mother be completely safe and well cared for in her hands, but that...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Skills: I'm an experienced caregiver and health aid, able to provide services as: Giving medicine, feeding, bathing, dressing and exercising of disable person.
I worked for a person after a stroke and I used equipment like mechanical lifts and tube feeding.
I am willing to work during night or day.
I have a car and pretty...
Alina can also help with: Errands, companionship, light cleaning, hospice services, live-in home care, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
(3)
I am a dedicated and compassionate care giver with over eight years of experience in providing exceptional care and support to individuals in need.
Throughout my career, I have developed a strong skill set that focuses on enhanneeds are met with respect and empathy.cing the quality of life for clients, ensuring their physical,...
Petrona can also help with: Personal care, companionship, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"We hired Petrona as a caretaker for my husband's mom. We wanted someone we were able to trust in our home and someone with a lot of patience as she was diagnosed with dementia. Petrona showed up and exceeded our expectations. She was not just there but she was...
Ramona M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
After taking care of many aging aunts and uncles over the years, I turned my appreciation for seniors into my career and passion. I am a caring and dependable woman available for eldercare and companionship. I have 20 years of experience with elders, including dementia, amputees, stroke patients, and Alzheimer's patients. I am...
5.0
"What a lovely woman. Joan's visits were the highlight of my mother's day. My mother enjoyed her sense of humor, her stimulating conversation, and her calming presence. (so did I!) She is an absolute delight and I am happy to have her in our lives. My mom went...
Marlowe S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My sheer interest in caring for seniors is simply my passion to help people.
I have gained deeper understanding caring seniors in a manner that every one needs is different. But they all need someone to lend a helping hand.
I've been a health care assistant for 9 years, got my Certified Nursing Assistant License in 2012....
Azela can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, personal care, dementia
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Sweet, caring, and reliable, has been helpful with dad's recovery, so glad we found Azela on this site! "
Jenny T.
5.0
(6)
I have spent the last 2 1/2 years being a nanny for a sweet baby girl and her furry brother a silver lab, as well as her newest baby sister 5 months old. That job is coming to a stop at end of May. previously for 7 years I was Engaging the life of the elderly at an Assisted Living Facility - Doing exercises, arts & crafts,...
Dianna can also help with: Dementia, errands, transportation, companionship, light cleaning, meal prep & more
5.0
"Dianna was kind and very caring to my Mom. She is a natural caregiver.
Mom felt safe and loved in her care. "
Care member
5.0
(5)
As a caregiver, I pride myself on being dedicated, compassionate, and hardworking. I have been providing home care for the past four years.
My ability to learn new skills and adapt to any situation play a critical role in providing the specific type of care expected by my clients.
In the past, I have assisted clients with...
Angeleena can also help with: Dementia, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Angie is absolutely the best home health care provider! She is highly skilled and just as important, she cared for my 94 year old Mom with the tenderness and love of a daughter. If I couldn’t get my Mom to eat or take meds, Angie always could! Angie was with us...
Care member
4.0
(1)
I am honest, very compassionate and a caring, kindhearted certified home health aide and CPR first aide trained with 8 years experience working in the home of clients doing laundry, with personal hygiene: bathing, groomed and changed their disposable underwear,
meal preparation according to different diet plans, giving...
Marshalee can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, home modification, personal care, respite care, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
4.0
"Marsha interviewed with me this evening and she was AMAZING with amazing references."
Cassandra P.
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Recent caregiver reviews in Wantagh, NY
Dorothy M.
5.0
Dorothy is a wonderful person and companion to my 93 year old mother who has slight dementia. The days are not always easy but Dorothy is patient, attentive to my moms needs, trustworthy, very caring and is a happy person with a positive attitude. I have no worries knowing that my mom is in good...
- Paula D.
Hortense M.
5.0
Hortense is an excellent caregiver. She worked with my mother, who suffered from dementia and multiple medical issues for five years. Every medical professional we met in doctor's offices and during hospital stays commented on Hortenses' excellent level of care and attention to my mother's needs. We...
- Care member
Ana W.
5.0
Ana has been taking care of my grandparents for a year. She has become an extension of our family. She treats my family as she would her own. She is very dependable and very hardworking. Her responsibilities include health care management, coordinating doctors' appointments, refilling medications,...
- Amanda P.
Pauline J.
5.0
Very reliable and caring. Highly recommended!
- Bonnie M.
Marcia J.
5.0
Marcia is kind, responsible, diligent in her duties; always going above and beyond. An absolute gem! A calm demeanor, patient, skilled, completely reliable. A pleasure to have Marcia look after my Dad.
- Linda G.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Wantagh, NY
What caregiver services can I find near me in Wantagh, NY?
Most private senior caregiver services in Wantagh, 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 Wantagh.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Wantagh, NY in 2025?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Wantagh, NY on Care.com as of March, 2025 is $19.00 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 Wantagh, NY?
There are currently 5 caregivers in Wantagh, NY on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Wantagh, 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 Wantagh before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Wantagh, NY background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Wantagh, 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 Wantagh, NY caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Caregivers in Wantagh, NY are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 16 reviews of the 60 listed caregivers.