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60 companion care are listed in Cohoes, NY

The average posted rate is $22/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby companion care is 3 years

What others are saying about companion care in Cohoes, NY

Gianna is very energetic organized and a people person she has a huge kind heart with a polite personality.

Review for Gianna A. by Kiyhana D.

Kate has served our family with nearly three wonderful years of caretaking for my 95 year old Nana. Her care and compassion are unmatched!

Review for Mary-kathleen B. by Katie B.

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

Review for Sarah J. by Care member

Companion care in Cohoes, NY

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Gianna A.


Cohoes, NY

$21-50/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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Assess medical needs. Checking on your senior loved one's health is an important caregiver responsibility. ... Prepare a care plan. ... Assist with basic needs. ... Provide companionship. ... Help with housekeeping. ... Monitor medications. ... Assess your care plan regularly. ... Prepare meals.
Gianna can also help with: Errands, dementia, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, mobility assistance & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

5.0
"Gianna is a caring and reliable individual. Can depend on for punctuality and her fun loving personality is a pleasure to work around."

Deanna F.

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Laura A.


Cohoes, NY

$16-25/hr3 yrs exp

Compassionate and dedicated caregiver with years of experience supporting individuals of all ages, including those with developmental disabilities, Alzheimer's, and seniors in need of extra care. I specialize in providing personalized, hands-on assistance with daily activities, meal preparation, medication management, and...
Laura can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, dementia, live-in home care, transportation & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Jillian H.


Cohoes, NY

$25-40/hr6 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Jill and I am a college professor, looking to fill some of my time providing companionship and care to seniors. I am reliable, responsible, and trustworthy. I'm looking forward to talking with you to see if we're a good fit!
Jillian can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands
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Caitlin E.


Cohoes, NY

$25-30/hr

Wise 33 Year Old! A Listener.

Hello! I'm currently a senior companion on Thursday evenings, so I am not looking for senior jobs at this time. Thank you! I have felt connected to children and elders for as long as I can remember. My current experience with seniors is hanging out with my neighbors. My past experience is being a volunteer to do at home visits...
Caitlin can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, transportation
Although new to professional caregiving, I have a deep-rooted passion for supporting and connecting with elderly individuals, shaped by my experiences growing up with my grandparents. I have gained firsthand insight into the importance of compassion and attentive care through my time spent with them. I am eager to bring this...
Kiran can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, transportation
Hello my name is Tatiana . I have with 4yrs of Experience in nursing homes . I have experience with working with the patients with Dementia , Alzheimer's , Parkinson's & disability & companion care . I can assist with Bathing , Feeding cooking and daily activities , etc . I have reliable transportation to and from work. I am...
Tatiana can also help with: Errands, dementia, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, mobility assistance & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Mary-kathleen B.


Albany, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Retired Rn Looking For Caregiver Position Part time. Companion And Help At Home, Errands.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Retired RN back in workforce , last 12 years many elder cases , cooking , cleaning , meds and Dr appts. Dementia, visually impaired patients, hospice . Activities of daily living . Really enjoy listening to people's life stories and seeing the joy as they relive their memories. Fully vaccinated and boosted.
Mary-kathleen can also help with: Errands, dementia, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, personal care & more
5.0
"Kate has served our family with nearly three wonderful years of caretaking for my 95 year old Nana. Her care and compassion are unmatched! My Nana has several chronic diseases that Kate helped our family navigate and treat with the same level of devotion and...

Katie B.

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Sarah J.


Albany, NY

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Loving, Qualified, And Caring

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: Hospice services, dementia, live-in home care, companionship, light cleaning, meal prep & more
5.0
"Sarah is wonderful. She is kind and warm and always ready with a smile. Her work ethic, punctuality, and professionalism is equally matched by her skill. She was one of my dad's aides after his stroke and it was so comforting to us to know he was in kind, patient...

Sandra M.

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Jessica C.


Troy, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Personal Care Aide With Over 15 Years Experience Available To Work Part-time.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi I have over 25 years experience as a care giver for the elderly and disabled. I am experienced in first aid, CPR, g-tube feedings, wound care, medication and insulin administration. My care ranges from companion to hospice care. I also provide transport, light housework, food prep, errands and medication management. If you...
Jessica can also help with: Errands, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, hospice services, live-in home care & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

CNA

5.0
"We hired Jessica in August 2017 to help with my sister and her husband who have health and mobility issues. I couldn't be happier with her performance. She is well qualified, professional, compassionate, always ready to help, always able to get competent fill-ins...

Doris K.

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Jessica C.


Schenectady, NY

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Companion

I've been in the nursing field for over 15 years . I love what I do . Helping others is my passion especially the elderly . I have experience with different diagnoses also dementia .
Jessica can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, companionship, personal care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

5.0
"Jessica is compassionate and knowledgeable. She is patient and loving with those in her charge. Jessica is not only dependable, but often goes above and beyond in her position: She is someone who can make appropriate decisions for those in her care without...

Jeanette M.

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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: Errands, dementia, companionship, transportation
5.0
"Very caring toward elderly patients . Reliable and knowledgeable . Always carries a professional demeanor/ competent."

Michele S.

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Ann M.


Albany, NY

$20/hr10 yrs exp

PCA

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have had 17 years of professional diverse HHA/ PCA experience working through a few agencies as well as several years of caring for private clients & my immediate family members. I also learn from them and enjoy making their life more comfortable by meeting their personal needs which include the following: Personal care,...
Ann can also help with: Errands, dementia, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, mobility assistance & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Extremely professional, capable and compassionate. Excellent choice."

Orest B.

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Mariama C.


Albany, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm reliable, patient, respectful, responsible & very hard working person. I've have worked in the medical field for more than 10 years now. Helping & Taking care of the elderly patients with dementia, Alzheimer or disability have always been my passion. Helping them with their activities of daily living ( bathing or...
Mariama can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, respite care, dementia, personal care
5.0
"She is amazing. Very kind and compassionate "

Care member

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Jeanne P.


Latham, NY

$40/hr10 yrs exp

Experience, Love and Compassion Is What I Can Bring To Your Loved One.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

PART TIME ONLY. I assist elderly clients with everyday chores, running errands, attending doctor & appointments, reading mail and paying bills, meal-prep cooking, light cleaning and companionship. I am experienced with medicines, cancer treatments/side effects, and note taking while attending doctor appointments. I am a...
Jeanne can also help with: Errands, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, hospice services, meal prep & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

5.0
"Jeanne is very organized and interacts with our family member in a caring and thoughtful manner. She has been a real help running errands and aiding us in keeping our family member engaged in daily activities."

Care member

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Kathleen E.


Clifton Park, NY

$25-30/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: Errands, dementia, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, 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.

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Holly H.


Wynantskill, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

HOME CARE AIDE LOOKING FOR PART TIME WORK

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have 34 plus years of working with the elderly. I worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant for 15 years at Resurrection Nursing Home in Castleton, NY. Throughout these 31 plus years I did in home care as well. I have done hospice care, in the nursing home, their own home and the hospital. Following that, I worked as a Patient...
Holly can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, dementia
5.0
"She is a compassionate and caring person. She works well with the families and has a strong work ethic."

KAREN R.

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Sara G.


Waterford, NY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have worked with the elderly for 30 years. I love what I do. I can provide exceptional care for you or your love one deserves. Companionship, meal prep, administering medication, grocery shopping,, light housekeeping. Help with daily activities . Toileting , feeding , showering and dressing. Excellent reference. Dependable...
Sara can also help with: Live-in home care, home modification, respite care, dementia, personal care, visiting physician & more
Skills:

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

CNA

5.0
"Sara is a gift. She likes what she does and is compassionate and caring. She is also very available to work, basically, whenever. My mom really liked her a lot."

Christine K.

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Khadijah R.


Albany, NY

$25-30/hr3 yrs exp

Companion

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi I am Khadijah and I am an experienced companion that will stay with you, your mom or your father while doing light housekeeping, dressing if needed, meal preparation, store run, testing blood sugar and blood pressure, medication preparation and much more I am available ASAP for work. I have over 3 years experience with...
Khadijah can also help with: Errands, dementia, live-in home care, companionship, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

5.0
"Khadija is an angel. Letting her go due to a change in circumstances brings tears to my eyes. My father died and my mother needs a live in. If not for that, k as we call her, is the reassurance that allowed me to sleep at night, as I live some distance away. She is...

Care member

I'm new to senior care but I am very outgoing and can interact with almost anyone. I'm looking to be an occasional companion for an elderly individual providing socialization, light excersize, light housework, and/or errands. I'd describe my personality as bubbly, honest, and sarcastic at times but always positive. I enjoy...
Rochelle can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands
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Shanica G.


Albany, NY

$20-25/hr2 yrs exp

I have a deep respect and admiration for our elders and I'm passionate about providing them with the care and attention they deserve. With a focus on kindness and empathy, I offer personalized support, assist with daily activities, and provide warm companionship. My goal is to make a positive impact on their lives, ensuring they...
Shanica can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, dementia

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Ratings for Cohoes, NY companion care listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Companion Care in Cohoes, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed companion care.