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Cynthia B.


Arlington, MA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Expert Senior Caregiver / Caregiver Coach

3.0

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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: Companionship, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, errands, meal prep & 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...

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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: Dementia, live-in home care, personal care, home modification, hospice services, respite care & 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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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: Companionship, meal prep, mobility assistance, dementia, light cleaning, personal care & more
5.0
"She will care for your parent like it's her parent. She LOVES all animals. She's the best"

Nikole H.

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Sharifah N.


Waltham, MA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Nursing Assistant

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hey there, I grew up with my grandparents who I took care of for over 15 years. I saw how needy and beautiful it is to takecare of seniors. I decided to work with seniors. I am a Certified Nursing Assistant, I have worked with wonderful people and I have learnt to be patient with all kinds of patients both with physical and...
Sharifah can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, errands, live-in home care & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Sharifah is knowledgeable, thoughtful and an overall expert elderly/dementia caregiver. She anticipates my mother's needs as her disease progresses and is always willing to step in and offer advice and resolutions as needed. We mostly appreciate how dynamic...

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Susan R.


Brighton, MA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

RN Looking For A Care Giving Job

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

RN with over 30 years of working in hospitals, rehabilitation, and private duty cases and caring for seniors in the home Experienced in neurological diseases (stroke rehabilitation and multiple sclerosis ) orthopedic injuries, kidney and diabetic patients and Alzheimer's. Will provide care for activities of daily living,...
Susan can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, meal prep, dementia, home modification, mobility assistance & more
5.0
"Susan has been caring for my 95 year old mother for the past two years. She has been such a blessing as she is so much more than we had hoped for in a caregiver! She is kind and so thoughtful, and provides real and meaningful companionship for my mom. She is...

Care member

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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: Companionship, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, errands, meal prep & more
5.0
"Erin helped my wife and I to administer shots that my wife required and trained me how to do it myself (which I had never done before). Erin was knowledgeable, professional, detail oriented, friendly and good natured. After she did the first couple of shots, and...

Wells B.

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Allen N.


Waltham, MA

$35/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Allen and I am a female. I love to sing, play games like bingo and cards and help people. Am a certified Nursing Assistant with 8 years of experience with seniors. I have experience with Dementia and Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, Stroke care, Assisting with errands , Palliative care, hospice...
Allen can also help with: Dementia, personal care, respite care, hospice services, live-in home care
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"I worked with Allen a year go. She was very good at communication, punctual, tidy and very consistent with her job. She was very polite and respectful with the client. I would recommend Allen to a friend and would want to work with her again."

Doreen A.

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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: Dementia, respite care, 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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Domenica M.


Waltham, MA

$22-30/hr1 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Assist residents with daily living and provision of fun, safe and engaging activities to ensure that their days are happy and fulfilling. Provided non-medical home care service to elderly/disabled patients. Focused on personal care, companionship, homemaking, and transportation. Assisted patients with bathing, clothing, feeding,...
Domenica can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, live-in home care, dementia, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Sorry for the late review. Domenica was great and took care of everything. Got me to and from my appointment with no issues."

Marc H.

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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: Companionship, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

5.0
"We feel so fortunate to have found Tracy to spend time with our mom. Tracy is kind, caring, funny and our mom loves her very much. We wish they could spend more time together! She is such a wonderful caregiver and friend to our mom."

Care member

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Melissa I.


Medford, MA

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Creative Responsible Female Seeking Senior Care Positions

I have experience working with retired seniors in non-profit volunteer settings, and assisting them in their projects. In addition, I have provided care services for my grandmother, who has lived in a senior community for several years. I provide companionship, cooking meals, walking, reading, and good conversation. I am...
Melissa can also help with: Errands, meal prep, personal care, hospice services, light cleaning, respite care & more
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Susan M.


West Roxbury, MA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Overseeing the care of my own aging parents, I have again realized my love of the elder population. I possess a great knowledge both professionally and personally in the care needs of the Elder population. I have worked in elder care for over 20 years, in home care as case manager, nursing home as director of social services...
Susan can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, errands, meal prep & more
5.0
"I have known Susan professionally for several years, and am confident stating that her dedication, professionalism, and compassion is rarely equaled in the field of care giving. Susan has been considered as one of the family to her clients. She is very well...

Brendan K.

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Cathy F.


Somerville, MA

$25-35/hr7 yrs exp

I Am Looking For Part Time Flexible Days/ Hours

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have been a companion/caregiver since 2017 for ladies with dementia. I love dogs & cats. I love to cook and am an excellent cook. I will do light housework, laundry, grocery shopping, errands, take to Dr appointments, movies etc . I am very patient, compassionate, trustworthy. dependable, funny and love to chat and I am really...
Cathy can also help with: Dementia, personal care
5.0
"Cathy has worked for 2 years taking care of my 91 years old mother who has dementia. My mom lives alone, with her small dog Petunia. Cathy cooks meals, does groceries, takes mom to doctors appointments, does light housework and laundry, as well as anything else...

Eliza G.

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Martin S.


Newton Highlands, MA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Ready For Companion And Any Behavior Senior Care

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am employed 40 hours full-time evenings supervising milieu counselors at a local hospital in Cambridge. with over 10 years of experience, I have worked as a caregiver, companion, addiction counselor, at fall risk patient care as well as patients with behavior challenges. My colleagues calls me smile and always engage my...
Martin can also help with: Companionship, mobility assistance, personal care, dementia, light cleaning, transportation & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"He cared for the senior as if he was his grandfather, he is passionate about care giving."

Ann R.

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Yusuf K.


Newton Center, MA

$20/hr9 yrs exp

Professionally And Personally.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there, It's Yusuf K, expressing my strong interest in a CNA/HHA job. With my solid background in providing exceptional care and support to patients, I am confident in my ability to make a positive impact on the lives of those in need. I bring 9 years of experience working as a CNA in various healthcare settings, including...
Yusuf can also help with: Companionship, home modification, hospice services, dementia, errands, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Great person to work with. Very compassionate and hard working "

Care member

I'd describe my personality as caring, responsible, respectful, kind and patient I like caring for seniors because it allows them to provide companionship, support and I just love working with seniors because they have so much to teach me. I'm looking for a job is positive work environment, flexibility and honesty I started...
Rosemary can also help with: Errands, transportation, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

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Jessica M.


Everett, MA

$27-31/hr7 yrs exp

Hi my name is Jessica I have been doing housekeeping since I was 16 I have started House management for about 10 years now. I also was taking care of an elderly man for 6 years until his passing. Helping with meals shopping tidying up meds companionship. I am with two families who I've been with going on 8 years and I am looking...
Jessica can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, respite care, errands, light cleaning, transportation & more
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Angela K.


Belmont, MA

$30-45/hr10 yrs exp

Companion/ Care Taker

Are you looking for a friendly, trustworthy companion for yourself or a loved one? I offer caring companionship services for seniors, ensuring comfort, conversation, and support. With a focus on enhancing quality of life and fostering independence, I am dedicated to providing personalized care tailored to individual...
Angela can also help with: Errands, respite care, transportation, light cleaning, meal prep
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Kerri T.


Auburndale, MA

$25-35/hr2 yrs exp

Available For Transportation And Companion Care

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have recently left the corporate world after 30 years in a quest to find more balance and satisfaction in my life. One goal of mine in this transition is to find work that I love and that makes a difference to the people I am working with. I offer child and adult transportation services and adult companion care!
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Paul K.


Boston, MA

$30-49/hr5 yrs exp

Compassionate And Reliable | MAP-Certified | Over 10 Years Of Experience

I am a MAP-certified caregiver with over 10 years of experience providing compassionate, reliable 24/7 care. Dedicated to preserving dignity and independence, I value the opportunity to offer companionship, emotional support, and physical assistance to those I serve. Inspired by seniors' wisdom and life experiences, I strive to...
Paul can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, personal care & more
Skills:

CPR

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Recent companion care reviews in Chestnut Hill, MA

Cynthia B.

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 extremely tuned in to all safety...

- Care member

Mary E.

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 hired. She applied her healthcare...

- 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

Sharifah N.

5.0

I have been working with Sharifah since December 2021. It is more than three years now and we are still working together. Since December 2021, I have been supervising a large team to take care of a now almost 100-year-old semi-retired scientist. Sharifah has been one of the most reliable,...

- Care member

Susan R.

5.0

Susan has been caring for my 95 year old mother for the past two years. She has been such a blessing as she is so much more than we had hoped for in a caregiver! She is kind and so thoughtful, and provides real and meaningful companionship for my mom. She is great about encouraging physical...

- Care member

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