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Saymon A.


Stoneham, MA

$25-35/hr1 yrs exp

5.0

(3)

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Saymon, 31 yo, a very positive and confident guy with a solid proficiency in assisting children, adults and seniors in activities of daily living. Well versed in helping people with personal tasks and providing companionship. I am trilingual: Portuguese, Spanish and English (and just started studying French...
Saymon can also help with: Live-in home care, companionship, personal care, errands, meal prep, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Saymon is an extremely reliable, resourceful, considerate, kind and patient caretaker. Highly recommend!"

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Shamim M.


Woburn, MA

$35/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Experienced with interacting with elderly and helping them become more independent and comfortable. I help with activities of daily living, doctors visits, grocery shopping, companionship, cooking, light house keeping, medication reminders, entertainment and. Record management. I am kind, patient, timely, attentive,...
Shamim can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, live-in home care, dementia, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Shamim is a wonderful, knowledgeable, reliable, and extremely caring person. She is a one-in-a-million caregiver! It has been a pleasure and an honor to bring her into our family to care for my mother. Truly a treasure."

Lorraine T.

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Rachel G.


Arlington, MA

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Compassionate Caregiver Companion experienced in assisting individuals with daily living activities. I am very personable, easy-going and trustworthy. Your loved one and I will enjoy talking and spending time together. I am committed to improving their overall well-being and health through companionship and engagement. I can...
5.0
"Rachel provided companionship and care for my mother who has Parkinson's disease. She quickly bonded with my mother and became a dependable part of her care giving regimen. Rachel has a considerate demeanor and made my mother feel at ease. Her thoughtful little...

Rudy C.

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Ashley A.


Revere, MA

$42/hr10 yrs exp

Hi My Name Is Ashley

My name is Ashley. I have worked in the Homecare profession for 28 years and counting. I have worked with Dementia, Alzheimer's , Parkinson's Quadriplegics , Stroke , Cancer, Scleroderma, Multiple Sclerosis & Hospice care. I assist with bathing, dressing, meals, medication management , colostomy bag , housekeeping duties and...
Ashley can also help with: Personal care, dementia, hospice services, respite care, live-in home care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Ashley took care of our father at home over the past year while he was under hospice services. Ashely was caring and loving. She took her job seriously and was very knowledgable and responsible. Ashley went beyond her duties and eventually became invaluable to...

Care member

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Kathy R.


Lexington, MA

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

Elderly Care/ Companion/

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

My name is Kathy and I live in Lexington, Mass. My passion has always been to care and nurture the elderly, and have been doing it for over 30 years. I worked in nursing homes for several years before becoming a private companion. I have cared for stroke, dementia/ Alzheimer' s patients , MS patients and those ill with cancer. I...
Kathy can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, personal care, dementia, mobility assistance, light cleaning & more
5.0
"We hired Kathy in August to help care for our father who has early onset dementia. We moved him to MA from CT this summer which was a very disruptive and hard life change for him. My father is a proud, intelligent, kind man, and we knew that we needed to find...

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Penelope N.


Dedham, MA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Senior's Companion - Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Penelope and I live in Dedham. I have 12 years' experience working as a caregiver. I love taking care of people especially seniors. In the past I worked as a Greek school teacher. After my daughters grew up, I found a job as a caregiver, and I loved it. Thereafter, I continued working, caring for the elderly. I am...
Penelope can also help with: Personal care, dementia, home modification, respite care, live-in home care
5.0
"While our family did not hire Penelope for reasons largely related to proximity, we had a very favorable series of conversations and a trial visit with her, where she was attentive to the details about our family situation, very patient in engaging with our...

Nicholas M.

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Kristen S.


Winthrop, MA

$26-28/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Medical Assistant

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Dedicated, Dependable Caregiver, I worked for an agency for the past 8 yrs. I pride myself on being quick to learn new skills and adapt to situations. Assist with daily living, meds reminders, Dr appointments, laundry, baths, meals, companionship. Depends on Client's needs. I am experienced with clients who have Cancer,...
Kristen can also help with: Home modification, companionship, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Kristen is trustworthy and forthcoming. My mother is paralyzed from the neck down and Kristen has experience with dressing, feeding, wound care, Hoyer lift, and problem-solving. She worked for us for only a month and even agreed to accompany my mother to my...

Justin G.

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Franco M.


Waltham, MA

$30-45/hr9 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Am a senior caregiver, Negative for COVID-19, vaccinated & already got my booster shot. I'm compassionate with experience of 10 years in taking care of patients especially stroke patients, arthritis patients, dementia patients, Alzheimer's disease patients to make a meaningful difference and helping them by Providing...
Franco can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, respite care, home modification, personal care, hospice services & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Franco has provided exceptional care for my father for a month now. He quickly built rapport and has ensured my father keeps up with PT and OT goals set when he was in rehab. With renewed confidence my father has left the house twice for doctor appointments thanks...

Julie M.

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Barbara G.


Newton Center, MA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Elder Care Companion

Compassionate and caring mature elder care companion offering assistance to clients including light housekeeping, errands, local drives, light meal prep, medication reminders and activities such as hobbies. I enjoyed taking care of my elderly parents very much for many years and understand how important it is for clients and...
Barbara can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, dementia, meal prep, errands
5.0
"From what I gather from her experience, she is also excellent at helping people with dementia. She is extremely patient and always kind. The kind of person who would give you the shirt off her back!"

Gail M.

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Kristina M.


West Roxbury, MA

$35-45/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver/Companion (Experienced)

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I am interested in working with your loved one as a Companion Caregiver. I have extensive Caregiver experience providing companionship and assistance to those in need with household chores, cooking, shopping, scheduling medical appointments, medication management, or simply just chatting or playing cards! I also provide...
Kristina can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, errands & more
5.0
"Tina is a very upbeat and caring person who has a gift for connecting with elders or people with dementia without condescending."

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Alena M.


Woburn, MA

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

I'm offering personalized care , provide transportation personal care close companion ship, light household tasks, cooking I can help to ensure the safety, comfort and well being of your loved one under my care
Alena can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, personal care, errands, mobility assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Alena helped care for my elderly mother who lived with us for about two years. My mother had many medical issues and was also legally blind due to macular degeneration. Alena took her to appointments, got her out of the house to do all sorts of fun things and was...

Michelle K.

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Erin C.


Dedham, MA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Retired RN Available For Personal Care, Companionship, Housekeeping, Meal Prep. And Transportation

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Erin, I have over 20 years nursing experience working with many different patient populations, including acute & long term care, oncology, dementia, hospice and end of life care. As a nurse I have helped individuals with injections, colostomy care, wound care, g tubes, bathing, incontinence help, support and...
Erin can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, errands & more
5.0
"Erin helped me with my mom for 4 years. She was wonderful with her, kind, caring, patient and always made her laugh. Anyone would be luck to have her help with their parent :)"

Karen B.

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Tracy M.


Malden, MA

$35-40/hr10 yrs exp

Companionship And Driver For Your Loved One

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I was a nanny for 15 years and was then offered an elder care job. I have had the greatest experience the past two years. I have had the pleasure of working with a wonderful elderly woman who at first didn't want any help and then we became best friends. We went out for lunch, to the movies, doctor's. appointments, Tai Chi,...
Tracy can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

5.0
"Tracy is capable and caring: prompt, considerate, and thoughtful. She always pitches in, is quick to handle requests, and quick to speak up calmly and respectfully if any problems occur. The ideal aide, and we recommend her highly."

Michael P. M.

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Joshua W.


Stoneham, MA

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate And Caring Caregiver

I am a dedicated, compassionate , reliable and trustworthy caregiver with 10 plus years of experience of taking care of elderly patients in their homes . Committed to improving the overall wellbeing and health through personal care . In the past 10 years I have taken care of stroke patients , patients with dementia and patients...
Joshua can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, live-in home care, dementia, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Joshua cared for my husband, a stroke survivor, five days a week for about 5 years, until recently. He was skilled, strong, sensible, and quiet, working in our home and taking my husband to appointments and social occasions. He helped my husband to get in and out...

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Jaqueline P.


Everett, MA

$30/hr4 yrs exp

Full Time Senior Care

I am a divorced lady with a 28-year-old son. We have been living in Mass since March 2017 but we lived here before for six years until 2008. I have a degree in English/Portuguese and have been an ESL teacher for 30 years. In the USA, I have been an elderly companion and house cleaner. I used to help a lady wash up, use the...
Jaqueline can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, personal care, home modification, mobility assistance, light cleaning & more
5.0
"She does a great job, she is careful, dependable, responsible and punctual. I really recommend her. "

Suzi A.

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Mary E.


Arlington, MA

$25-55/hr10 yrs exp

Home Health Aide/personal Care Attendant

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Mary, I have 17years' experience providing health care support to a wide variety of patients, including people with dementia, Alzheimer's, and Parkinson disease. I have a passion for helping people, especially those needing in-home care services. I help with daily activities, meal preparation, light...
Mary can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, respite care, home modification, personal care, hospice services & more
5.0
"Mary was a deeply competent, dedicated, creative and skilled caregiver for our parents. She navigated a complicated and at time chaotic home environment with grace and patience. Mary was an excellent problem-silver and by far the most resourceful caregiver we've...

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Cynthia B.


Arlington, MA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Expert Senior Caregiver / Caregiver Coach

3.0

(2)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 10 plus years of experience. I went to Wellesley College and Harvard Grad School. I have a background in medicine. I am warm, open hearted and take pleasure working with seniors. I ensure the highest client safety and well-being. I have glowing references. Experience in day and night care. Have assisted clients with...
Cynthia can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Cynthia worked for us for over a year, caring for our parents who both had different types of dementia. She always met each where they were. Cynthia is cheery, dependable and brilliantly adept at lifting everyone’s mood; she is entertaining and engaging and...

Care member

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Leonie C.


Somerville, MA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

CAREGIVER EXTRAORDINAIRE

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

CONTACT ME FOR LAST MINUTE COVERAGE !! Holidays/Family Occasions. Short Term/Long Term Domestic and International travel. I accompany minors traveling alone. I accompany the elderly/sick/disabled travelling alone Expertise in Dementia and Alzheimer's as well as Parkinson's My professional experience spans 13 years. I am...
Leonie can also help with: Respite care, dementia, live-in home care, personal care
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Leonie assisted me traveling to and from dental surgery. I found her to be warm, relaxed, and attentive to verbal directions discussed at the start of the event. She followed-up on all details that I mentioned, and then I forgot because I was medicated for the...

Joseph R.

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Melissa D.


Woburn, MA

$25-30/hr4 yrs exp

Compassionate And Caring Companion

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! Im Melissa, a 42-year-old stay at home mom of 10-year-old twins who are in school. I am looking for some part time work that is flexible with the school year calendar in regards to school holidays and vacation weeks. While I have no medical training for elder care, I do have a good amount of experience with elderly family...
Melissa can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, mobility assistance, dementia, meal prep, errands & more
5.0
"I can't recommend Melissa enough. She was fabulous at engaging my father, as well as problem solving when urgent issues arose. Melissa has a kind, can-do attitude, and a down-to-earth nature."

Michael P. M.

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Doreen G.


Waltham, MA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

I'm a professional caregiver with experience of 15 years working with seniors and people with disabilities and those that have a lot of needs especially those that have dementia, Alzheimer's, stroke patients, Parkinson's disease, and kids with autism. I also provide my clients with transportation especially when are going for...
5.0
"Doreen is is a very caring and compassionate person. She is extremely patient, trustworthy and dependable."

Kathleen R.

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Recent companion care reviews in Allston, MA

Saymon A.

5.0

Saymon is an extremely reliable, resourceful, considerate, kind and patient caretaker. Highly recommend!

- Care member

Shamim M.

5.0

Shamim is an extremely qualified home health aid and a wonderful person. She treated my mother as if she were her own grandmother and treated her with respect, kindness and patience. When my mother had a medical emergency she kept her composure and was able to safely get my mother the help she...

- Care member

Rachel G.

5.0

Rachel provided companionship and care for my mother who has Parkinson's disease. She quickly bonded with my mother and became a dependable part of her care giving regimen. Rachel has a considerate demeanor and made my mother feel at ease. Her thoughtful little gifts cheered up my mom. I would...

- Rudy C.

Ashley A.

5.0

Ashley took care of our father at home over the past year while he was under hospice services. Ashely was caring and loving. She took her job seriously and was very knowledgable and responsible. Ashley went beyond her duties and eventually became invaluable to our dad as well as to us. She helped...

- Care member

Kathy R.

5.0

We hired Kathy in August to help care for our father who has early onset dementia. We moved him to MA from CT this summer which was a very disruptive and hard life change for him. My father is a proud, intelligent, kind man, and we knew that we needed to find the perfect fit for him (not an easy...

- Care member

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