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Brittany W.


Amsterdam, NY

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

I Am Reliable Caring And Loving Person

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience helping with seniors which includes Bathing/Dressing, helping with medication and meal preparations. I love to engage and interact with my senior companions. I am kind, compassionate, funny, and caring. I am a very patient person. I love for the elderly to talk about their lives. I like caring for seniors...
Brittany can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, meal prep
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Elizabeth M.


Schenectady, NY

$18-25/hr1 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I would be the ideal companion for your senior loved one. I am prompt, reliable, responsible and kind. I am a Union College grad and have 20+ years of experience with seniors booking their travel with Yankee Trails. I am patient and helped them with their travel needs, computer troubleshooting, issues that would arise on tour,...
Elizabeth can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, errands, light cleaning
5.0
"I have only spoken to Elizabeth on the phone bout she sounds great!"

Mimi B.

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Christine K.


Pattersonville, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

I am a 56-year-old loving and professional senior caregiver with 12 years of experience working with seniors in their homes, providing quality care for those who wish to age in place. I am experienced with end of life care, often working in tandem with Hospice. I am also experienced with Alzheimer's and Dementia patients. I...
Christine can also help with: Companionship, errands, home modification, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:

CPR

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

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Lindsy S.


Schenectady, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Care Like It's My Own !

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Experienced caregiver, home health aid/ med tech . Over 20 years experience. Have experience with managing pay, scheduling companionship, cooking light housekeeping . Pet care , and much more . Would love to care for your loved one
Lindsy can also help with: Dementia, errands, companionship, live-in home care, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

I'd describe my personality as a natural born care giver. I like caring for seniors because you can learn so much from them. I also would like to provide the care and companionship that someday I will need. I'm looking for a job that I can be proud of and that is rewarding. I started caring for seniors when I was a young...
Kimberly can also help with: Respite care, transportation, light cleaning, errands, meal prep
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Caring, friendly, and easy going companion. I like to read, cook, and watch tv with my dogs. I go to work everyday and 3 but I'm available every morning and afternoon
Danielle can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, transportation, errands
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Wendy H.


Schenectady, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate Home Care

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: Companionship, transportation, dementia, errands
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.

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Danielle D.


Schenectady, NY

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Very Flexible And Reliable Caretaker Available. Amazing References

3.8

(4)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, Danielle here. I have lived in the capital district my entire life and love doing what I do. I'm a very flexible, strong, compassionate, reliable and smart woman that truly enjoys most aspects of Home health care. I offer years of knowledge relating to diabetes, ALS, Parkinson's, dementia, quads, ROM, diets, and so much...
Skills:

CNA

4.0
"Can provide medical needs to patient, personal care, household upkeep, whatever is needed for personalized attention for patient. "

Nancy T.

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Kelly C.


Schenectady, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Companionship, Housekeeping, Activities, Meal Prep, Part-time Evenings And Weekends.

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Currently retired after 35 years at a Nursing home , worked as a certified nursing assistant and currently employed as a Activity Leader. I love working with the elderly and helping people whether it's personal care or just companionship. Reliable, honest and trustworthy. I love my job and love making others happy. Experience in...
Kelly can also help with: Dementia, respite care, personal care, hospice services, live-in home care
5.0
"Kelly is a compassionate and responsible caregiver for my near 96 year old Mom! We trust her and she is great keeping in touch with any concerns! Hope she's with Mom a very long time! She adores her"

Karen B.

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Kathleen E.


Clifton Park, NY

$28-30/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care Caregiver (HHA)

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: Meal prep, errands, companionship, mobility assistance, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

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.

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Alyssa H.


Clifton Park, NY

$20-25/hr1 yrs exp

Friendly And Caring Senior Companion

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been in the geriatric field since I was 14 years old. I was a recreation therapy aide for several years and have done home care since I have been living in NY (3 years). I got my home health aide license when I lived in NJ. I am very passionate about helping older adults. I am well versed in older music, movies and...
Alyssa can also help with: Personal care, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, errands
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"My family was looking for someone to come in a few days a week to help mom take care of dad, suffering from dementia . Alyssa has been very kind and caring to both of them. She helps dad stay in a routine and assists with puzzles and some exercises for dementia....

Maryann D.

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Aida B.


Schenectady, NY

$33/hr10 yrs exp

Hard Working Personal Care Aide

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Home Care services. Duties included assisting with (ADL) including personal care, hygiene, baths back rubs, shampoo, skin and nail care, dressing, exercises, ambulation and changing / making bed, meal prep, light housekeeping, med reminders, incontinence...
Aida can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, errands, companionship, home modification & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Aida is hard working, and she goes above and beyond to give the best care for your loved one. "

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Pamela R.


Schenectady, NY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

The services I provide include: companionship, bathing, dressing, feeding, grocery shopping, light housekeeping, laundry, transportation to doctor office, pick up prescriptions, errand services, and cooking. I have 13+ years experience.
Pamela can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep, home modification, dementia, errands & more
5.0
"Pam is a very gentle and caring individual. She is very intuitive to the needs of the elderly. I wouldn't hesitate to hire her again."

Scott R.

I have taken care of elderly, dementia, and hospice care. I like to make sure the person is happy and needs are met plus more. A smile goes a long way. If I can make that difference, I will. Have delt with medication management, end of life care, showering, transportation, companionship, wound care and more.
Cassie can also help with: Dementia, errands, hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship & more
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Any D.


Schenectady, NY

$25-50/hr3 yrs exp

My Name Is Amy And I Am Ready To Help You Care For Your Family Member For As Long As Needed

I'd describe my personality as ambitious outgoing friendly I like caring for seniors because I just have a soft spot for them my empathy goes a long way and I like to make them feel as comfortable as possible also I work in an assisted living facility overnight as a med tech so I'm already immune to that passionate care I'm...
Any can also help with: Live-in home care, meal prep, companionship, dementia
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Mercedes H.


Ballston Lake, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Medical Assistant & Home Health Aide Certified

With certifications in Medical Assistance and Home Health Aid, I specialize in medication management, vital signs assessment, and effective communication in healthcare settings. I have hands-on experience providing compassionate care for individuals with Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, end-of-life needs, and more. Known for my...
Mercedes can also help with: Errands, hospice services, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Home Health Aide

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Michele H.


Greenfield Center, NY

$23-40/hr6 yrs exp

Stay At Home Mom/Army Wife, Caregiver, Personal Shopper

I am new to the Saco area and community, my family and I have just relocated here, as my husband is active Army. My background includes decades of caring for others, my experience includes: personal shopper/assistant, personal caregiver, Alzheimer's/Dementia Hospice LNA( my license expired when my career path shifted to be a...
Michele can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, errands, companionship, personal care & more
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Debra B.


Schenectady, NY

$45/hr10 yrs exp

30 Plus Years Experience

I've worked in every aspect of Homecare. Tube feed, hoyerlift, dementia/Alzheimer's, companioncare, scheduling, shopping, drs appts, meds, cleaning and anything that would take some of the responsibility off of the families in need.
Debra can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, light cleaning, live-in home care, dementia, errands & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

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Brittany R.


Schenectady, NY

$23-31/hr

Experienced Caregiver

I have worked on long term care facilities, rehabilitation, home health aid and in hospital PCT. I have worked with individuals with Alzheimer's and dementia for 4 years in these settings and perform light housekeeping, meal preparation, transport to appointments, companionship, ADLs and errands.
Brittany can also help with: Transportation, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, dementia
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Lauren W.


Schenectady, NY

$15-25/hr

Companion Available!

Hi! I'm Lauren! I'm a middle school teacher and I'm looking to be a companion on the side! I love activities, movies, running errands and board games! Please reach out to set up an interview :)
Lauren can also help with: Transportation, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, errands

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Recent companion care reviews in Amsterdam, NY

Elizabeth M.

5.0

I have only spoken to Elizabeth on the phone bout she sounds great!

- Mimi B.

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.

Danielle D.

5.0

Great, happy, smart woman with lots of tips that have helped tremendously!! Always on time and communicates very well. Our family was so happy we hired Danielle to help during this awful time!!

- Sandra F.

Kelly C.

5.0

Kelly has years of experience working with seniors. She is such a lovely caregiver, very professional, reliable, caring and loving person. She is very accommodating working with families and their love ones. I highly recommend her and having that peace of mind is priceless! She is a saint.

- Robin 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.

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