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60 caregivers are listed in Waterford, NY
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby caregivers is 3 years
Caregivers in Waterford, NY
I have always known that I am a caregiver. I am CPR certified, I was working with Visiting Angels for four years, before I moved to New York. I am reliable and find great comfort in caring for others.
I'd describe my personality as caring, compassionate and empathetic
I like caring for seniors because they deserve to have...
Tammy can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, errands, meal prep
I'd describe my personality as kind, loving, and patient
I like caring for seniors because I'm good at helping older people feel relaxed and safe
I'm looking for a job that gives me room to serve and be of service
In my spare time, I like to read, do restorative yoga, meditate and do reflective journaling
One thing you...
Cailin can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, transportation, errands
Skills:
CPR
Shelby D.
Waterford, NY
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
1.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have EMT and CPR training. I've worked in a hospital and currently a home health aid. I take care of seniors with Parkinson's, dementia, who are blind and have had a stroke. I help one senior with physical therapy. I also change, shower, make/feed meals and give medications when needed.
Shelby can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, errands, companionship, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
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: Companionship, mobility assistance, personal care, live-in home care, hospice services, home modification & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
Home Health Aide
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...
MICHELLE Z.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family 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, hospice services, errands, light cleaning, live-in home care, dementia & 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
(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, errands, companionship
5.0
"Wendy came into our lives after in June 2018. The loss of my grandmother had left my mom in a situation of being alone for the first time in over 30 years. Wendy has been a true gift. She is a caring, compassionate caretaker and a wonderful companion for my mom...
Gabriella G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi. My name is Kathleen E.
I have been caring for Seniors with Dementia for over 30 yrs., including my own Parents and my Maternal Grandmother. I started out as a CNA working in skilled nursing facilities, retirement communities and caring for Seniors in their own individual homes. After I got married, I took a break from my...
Kathleen can also help with: Errands, companionship, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Kathleen took care of my mother when we were in a pinch. My mother wasn't responding well to her medical treatments and I do not live near her so I was in a difficult situation. Kathleen did a wonderful job making her feel cared for and comfortable which was...
Cherisse D.
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: Meal prep, dementia, companionship, hospice services, light cleaning, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Sara has always been a reliable hard-working compassionate person, Always being attentive to the needs of others and helping to improve their quality of life. I have known her for the last 20 years working with her as a colleague"
Amelia M.
5.0
(11)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Great day!!! My name is Magdeline but most refer to me as Maggie. I've been in the nursing field for 15 years & in home care for 11 years. I've worked private care cases Until I obtained my certificate as a Personal Care Aid in 2008. I obtained my CNA (certified nursing certificate) shortly after. The last hospital setting I...
Magdeline can also help with: Respite care, live-in home care, dementia, personal care
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Maggie assisted us with overnight stays at a rehab facility with our 95-year-old father, who is in the early stages of dementia. During each care session, Maggie was patient, kind and understanding with our father, who would sometimes awake confused and worried....
Robert D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a former CNA , and patient care technician, currently working as a medical assistant and HHA with 15+yrs experience caring for elderly, long term care, hospice care, dementia and oncology patients. I enjoy giving loving care to my patients and treat them as if they were family. Covid vaccinated.
Laura can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, live-in home care, companionship, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Wound Care
CNA
5.0
"Wonderfully professional ! Clearly has a lot of experience with seniors. Would hire her again in a heartbeat !!"
Peggy K.
Looking for home care jobs 52 years in the medical field enjoy going into the homes for your loved ones and elderly that need assistance references background check up-to-date
Margo can also help with: Dementia, personal care, home modification
Skills:
CNA
Wound Care
CPR
With years of experience providing attentive and empathetic care for seniors, I offer companionship, assistance with daily activities, and a dedicated approach to ensure comfort, safety, and well-being. I take pride in building meaningful connections and delivering personalized care tailored to each individual's needs.
Meghan can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, errands
The elderly has a wealth of knowledge that they love to share about life and their experiences. I enjoy their appreciation for you being their caregiver and they seem so grateful. I treat them the same way I would like to be treated and the way I would like my mother to be treated if she needed care
Carrie can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, companionship, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Home Health Aide
I am an experienced and mature Registered Nurse. You will find me down to earth and pleasant to deal with. I take great pride in the care that I give. Let me know what your care needs are and we can work together for a plan for your needs.
Linda can also help with: Personal care, dementia, hospice services, mobility assistance, companionship, respite care & more
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
Taylor M.
Watervliet, NY
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Taylor and I work full-time in the health policy field, but am looking to get back into hands-on work. I worked for a year as a resident assistant in a Memory Care Unit in an assisted living facility for those with Alzheimer's disease. I have experience taking care of older adults (with and without...
Taylor can also help with: Respite care, transportation, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, errands & more
I am often told that I am a natural caregiver. Sometimes I think I should have gone into nursing instead of business. I truly thrive on compassion and caring and I am very patient. Most recently I cared for my 92-year-old grandfather with dementia and before, during and after his major ostomy surgery which he had twice. I was...
Hello my name is Tasha. I have experience with Alzheimer's dementia, diabetics, the elderly, persons with disabilities, victims of the Dv and children. I'm a licensed certified nurse I have started from childcare to Personal healthcare and Home healthcare. I further my education and became a licensed practical nurse and work at...
Tasha can also help with: Live-in home care, errands, companionship, dementia, light cleaning, home modification & more
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
Licensed Nurse
Hey!
I am a very patient, caring and kind person. I love to help people, thats why I have always worked with children and families.
I've been wanting to try something new, yet still do what I love. Thats why I am venturing out in elderly companionship.
I always loved talking with my grandparents and would love to talk and...
Anisha can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, transportation, meal prep, respite care
Marisa D.
Troy, NY
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
I am an experienced Licensed Practical Nurse.
I am honest and compassionate with a great sense of humor.
I started caring for seniors shortly after I received my practical nursing license in 2009. I was my mother's primary caregiver in her home for several years.
My skills include assessment of medical conditions, meal...
Marisa can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, home modification, errands & more
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
Wound Care
CPR
Hello, my name is Alexia. I have just moved back to New York after completing nursing school in Florida. I am currently studying for my NCLEX-RN EXAM. While I am studying, I am looking for a caregiving position to continue my skills and help provide a comfortable and safe environment for your family member.
I have a passion...
Alexia can also help with: Live-in home care, errands, transportation, meal prep, light cleaning
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Recent caregiver reviews in Waterford, NY
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.
Shaeisha F.
5.0
Shaeisha was amazing, she goes above and beyond. Very Reliable, we would definitely recommend her and rehire her.
- Kerrol C.
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.
Kathleen E.
5.0
When my mother was living on her own at Coburg Village I hired Kat to come in a few days a week to make her breakfast and ensure that she took her medication. Kat is compassionate by nature and always positive about things. Caring for the elderly is obviously her personal calling. It was great for...
- Hilary B.
Sarah J.
5.0
I love Sarah J! She was the best care taker my family ever had. Her attention to detail, kindness and gentleness was top tier. Money can’t buy the quality of work she provides. I hope every person in need can find a care taker as excellent as Sarah.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Waterford, NY
What caregiver services can I find near me in Waterford, NY?
Most private senior caregiver services in Waterford, 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 Waterford.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Waterford, NY in 2025?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Waterford, NY on Care.com as of January, 2025 is $17.33 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 Waterford, NY?
There are currently 3 caregivers in Waterford, NY on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Waterford, 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 Waterford before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Waterford, NY background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Waterford, 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.