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Find companion care in Amherst, MA that you’ll love

60 companion care are listed in Amherst, MA

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of December 2024

The average experience for nearby companion care is 5 years

Companion care in Amherst, MA

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Aldineia L.


Amherst, MA

$19-20/hr6 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality Patient, helpful, respectful. I used to work one on one with Lady on the wheelchair as companion for nine years. I like to help elderly people. I'm looking for a job that is safe, comfortable and trustworthy. I started caring for seniors when since August 2015. In my spare time, I like to be with...
Aldineia can also help with: Companionship, dementia, mobility assistance, errands, meal prep, light cleaning & more
5.0
"We only had Neia with us for two weeks and then, to our disappointment, her family had to move back to Massachusetts. In the short time she was with my Mom, she was punctual, friendly, extremely helpful and resourceful. She was always doing things (e.g.,...

Stephen H.

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Cynthia M.


Amherst, MA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care/Companion

COVID-CAUTIOUS VAXXED MASKED AND DISTANCED I have provided companionship/care to seniors; including my mother-- who required full-transfers and 24-hour care. I am experienced with Dementia and Alzheimer's, Diabetes, CVAs, Amputations, etc. Too many seniors feel "shoved in the corner", especially those with disabilities. I...
Cynthia can also help with: Respite care, personal care, dementia
I have personal experience as a primary caregiver for my elderly mother in law when she became very ill and bedridden while living in our home. During the course of several years I assisted her at various times with bathing, dressing, feeding, meal prep, medication management, blood sugar testing and insulin injections,...
Laura can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, errands, light cleaning
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Duncain K.


Amherst, MA

$30/hr6 yrs exp

Fun Support And Much Needed Help For Your Home And Family.

Empathy, selflessness, and adaptability. I like caring for seniors and other people needing care because I've had my share of caring for relatives and know what relief it is to find dependable help. I'm looking to work with individuals and families whose needs fit with my schedule and who appreciate my skills and...
Duncain can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, live-in home care, companionship, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:

Licensed Nurse

CNA

5.0
"Duncain it's very kind and helps me with anything I need a handicapped person."

Margaret H.

I am currently a college student in Amherst, MA. I have always cared deeply about helping others and I am highly responsible and very patient. I can cook, do light housekeeping, and run errands. I do not smoke; I have my own car and am fully vaccinated (and boosted). I am a quick learner and hope to provide companionship for...
Arielle can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, transportation
I like and have experience interacting with elderly individuals and providing companion services. I have provided personal care, including bathing and dressing for a woman who was recovering from a heart attack. I enjoy hearing about people's lives and fostering as much independence as possible. I play tolerable bridge and love...
Marlene can also help with: Dementia, companionship, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, live-in home care & more
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Donna W.


Hatfield, MA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

ACTIVITIES COORDINATOR EXTRAORDINAIRE!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I live in Hatfield and am a young 70 yr old. I successfully navigated the kids, careers, pets, ex and aging parents stages of life. I am a retired UMass Amherst business manager; college-educated former beauty salon owner; certified end-of-life Doula and activities coordinator extraordinaire. Available for companionship,...
Donna can also help with: Companionship, transportation, errands, respite care, hospice services, meal prep & more
5.0
"We hired Donna to care for an elderly friend who was hospitalized due to complications from hip surgery. Donna provided live-in care in her home for three weeks and we couldn't have been more impressed and grateful. Donna was kind, caring, responsible, and took the...

Anna M.

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Donna L.


Hatfield, MA

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Companion Available

I took care of my grandmother who had dementia. She did have aides but I did the basics... light housekeeping, grocery shopping, taking her out for a ride, medication management, bringing her to her appointments. I then was a companion to an elderly lady in Amherst who had dementia. We would talk, sing, play games, watch TV,...
5.0
"We have friends who Hired Donna, we hope to Hire her too for Senior Home Care in South Deerfield. Gary"

Gary B.

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Madeleine B.


Northampton, MA

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

Compassionate Helper

Hello, my name is Maddie. I have 3+ years experience working in long term care as an activities assistant. I also have experience providing house work/tidying up, meal prep and companionship. I am willing to provide transportation and errands as needed. Thank you!
Madeleine can also help with: Transportation, light cleaning, errands, dementia, meal prep
Hello my name is Jasmin and I love to support elderly women in an in home environment. I pride myself on being kind and caring. I currently work at Linda Manor, Assisted Living Facility that serves elderly people. There my position is a server in the kitchen. I give elderly people dinner, drinks and dessert. Effective verbal...
Jasmin can also help with: Home modification, dementia
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Emma C.


Northampton, MA

$25-26/hr3 yrs exp

Patient, Kind, Gentle

Growing up with my mom, a physical therapist specializing in home care and hospice, has equipped me with valuable knowledge of mobility and cognitive difficulties associated with aging and illnesses. Being passionate about providing companionship to older individuals, I strive to be more than a caregiver - I aim to be a genuine...
Emma can also help with: Errands, companionship, light cleaning, dementia, home modification, hospice services & more
I have always loved caring for and helping elders who I have personally known. Helping them maintain their independence and dignity is the underlying foundation of why I have helped them, plus I enjoy spending time with them. I am presently at a crossroads where the family I have worked with no longer need their nanny (me). For...
Brittany can also help with: Companionship
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Mars C.


Whately, MA

$14-17/hr8 yrs exp

Senior/companionship Care

I am pca/cna & have worked in assisted living & in homes, I've been doing for 8 years now. I help with medicine management, cleaning, shopping/errands & light bath assistance .
Mars can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, errands, meal prep
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

Hello my name is Syd! I am normally a nanny for children but also have spent a lot of time with elderly people. My strength is in companionship, I am caring, kind, patient and willing to work with any level of physical and mental capabilities. One of my favorite things to do is to spend time with my 90-year-old grandmother,...
Sydney can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, transportation, errands
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Kim D.


Granby, MA

$19-25/hr9 yrs exp

Caregiver

I have taken care of a variety of different people. People with multiple sclerosis, down syndrome, dementia, Alzheimer's to people who just needed companionship. I have taken care of some great ladies. .
Kim can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, errands, companionship & more
I have more than a decade of experience in elder care and am committed to improving the lives of seniors. I have worked in various settings supporting those with memory issues, dementia, and physical limitations, caring for individuals with cancer, and providing end-of-life care. I aim to create an environment where seniors can...
Ann can also help with: Companionship, errands, dementia, transportation
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Pari R.


Hatfield, MA

$23-30/hr3 yrs exp

I Am Reliable Caring And Loving Person

I'm very passionate about senior care, kind, caring, calm and very patient and empathetic. I'm able to provide both physical and emotional support, help with meal preparation, medication reminders, bathing and dressing, bathroom assistance, companion care. I have a lot of experience with Alzheimer's as well as dementia, I like...
Pari can also help with: Companionship, home modification, dementia, errands, light cleaning, live-in home care & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

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Pamela T.


Hadley, MA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Compassionate Care-Giver To The Elderly

My name is Pamela. I have been involved with senior care for over 12 years. I got in to this type of service as a way to "pay it forward" for all the help my own Mom received from really wonderful people. I love what I do and feel very close with all my clients. It is a passion for me to be kind, reliable, and trustworthy to the...
Pamela can also help with: Dementia, personal care
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

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Ashley R.


West Hatfield, MA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Dedicated And Friendly Caregiver

I am a warm-hearted, compassionate individual by nature, with good judgment and emotional maturity. Great interpersonal communication skills, organizational, help assist with daily living activities while also providing companionship and emotional support. Eager to make a difference in the client's everyday life.
Ashley can also help with: Transportation, errands, mobility assistance, meal prep, light cleaning

Andrea B.


Northampton, MA

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Andrea..

I am a licensed nurse with over 40 years of experience in skilled care, and dementia care in local nursing homes and home care settings. I am hospice trained, can do post surgical care, and am a CWW, a wound care certified nurse. I have spent my working life taking care of seniors, both while I attended Boston City Hospital for...
Andrea can also help with: Errands, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, mobility assistance & more

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Recent companion care reviews in Amherst, MA

Aldineia L.

5.0

We only had Neia with us for two weeks and then, to our disappointment, her family had to move back to Massachusetts. In the short time she was with my Mom, she was punctual, friendly, extremely helpful and resourceful. She was always doing things (e.g., straightening things up, cleaning, helping...

- Stephen H.

Duncain K.

5.0

Duncain it's very kind and helps me with anything I need a handicapped person.

- Margaret H.

Donna W.

5.0

We hired Donna to care for an elderly friend who was hospitalized due to complications from hip surgery. Donna provided live-in care in her home for three weeks and we couldn't have been more impressed and grateful. Donna was kind, caring, responsible, and took the initiative to help with everything...

- Anna M.

Donna L.

5.0

We have friends who Hired Donna, we hope to Hire her too for Senior Home Care in South Deerfield. Gary

- Gary B.

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