Care.com logo
Child CareTutoringSenior CarePet CareHousekeeping

Find a job

How it works

Share details about your companion care needs

Match with highly rated local companion care near you

Compare companion care options and choose the best fit

Companion care in Dorchester Center, MA

Drucilla W.'s Photo

Drucilla W.


Dorchester Center, MA

$28-35/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver / Companion Available

See profile
I have worked with seniors for several years and have experience addressing various needs, including dementia, respite care, hospice, mental challenges, and diabetes. I engage my clients through activities such as taking walks, reading, and doing puzzles. Additionally, I manage their schedules and accompany them to doctor's...
Drucilla can also help with: Dementia, personal care, home modification, respite care
Skills:

CNA

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

Hi, I'm Kayla. I offer compassionate and attentive care for seniors, including assistance with daily activities, companionship, and personal support. I'm dedicated to providing a safe and comfortable environment for your loved ones, ensuring they feel valued and cared for.
Kayla can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
I love to help people make the live more easy and bring a companion and somebody who can listen any time they needs.
Desiree can also help with: Transportation, dementia, light cleaning, errands, meal prep
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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, meal prep, light cleaning, transportation
Skills:

CPR

Erin C.'s Photo

Erin C.


Dedham, MA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

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

5.0

(6)

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: Light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, errands, dementia, hospice services & more
5.0
"Erin took care of my aunt and uncle during a medical crisis. From the moment Erin arrived, and for the entire 2 months of her stay, my relatives and I felt at ease and reassured that they would be well cared for. Erin was skilled, loving, patient, with a terrific...

Karen L.

Dora N.'s Photo

Dora N.


Randolph, MA

$15-50/hr10 yrs exp

I am a kind, compassionate, organized and reliable caregiver with over 10 years experience. I love animals (I am a person ) and love to have peaceful and enjoyable interactions. I have experience assisting with personal care, companionship, medication reminders, light housework, etc. My clients enjoy our conversations and...
Dora can also help with: Dementia, personal care, live-in home care
5.0
"She is very professional, hardworking and you can count on her."

Annerose M.

Sally H.'s Photo

Sally H.


West Newton, MA

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

LPN Seeks Part Time Caregiver/companion Position

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Sally and I enjoy working with the elderly population. I am available to: * Take elderly people to, doctors, appointments/ errands (various) * Dispense medications * Help them make meals and ensure they are eating * Help get organized * Stay with overnight if they need some help and don't want to be alone I am...
Sally can also help with: Errands, transportation, meal prep
Skills:

Licensed Nurse

5.0
"We hired Sally to help out with our mother who was recently diagnosed with Alzheimer's at the age of 63. She still lives by herself and although she's close by, with everyone in the family working our mother was alone, depressed, bored, and feeling trapped having...

Matt R.

Tamaina D.'s Photo

Tamaina D.


Randolph, MA

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Always Happy And Problem Solvers

I have always been an energetic worker. Throughout my work history this energy has shown itself in my upbeat attitude and ability to keep busy. Taking care of others has always been more than a to do list for me. Over the pass four years I have been taken care of my Grandpa . It was such a lovely and tough experience for me, to...
Tamaina can also help with: Respite care, visiting nurse, dementia, live-in home care, hospice services, personal care & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Tamaina is a very dependable young lady ,passionate,careness,very respectful,and reliable. She is also very strong in providing positive result in her works. She is as well a strong responsible and serious when it come to her works. Reason why ,she's used to take...

Jean E.

Christina P.'s Photo

Christina P.


Norwood, MA

$27-45/hr10 yrs exp

Full Service Home Health Caregiver

I have years of both personal and professional experience. I offer In-Home Personal, Transitional and Companion Care. I will help your loved one maintain the Independence and Dignity they deserve while maintaining their safety at home. I'm energetic, friendly and outgoing.
Christina can also help with: Meal prep, personal care, dementia, hospice services, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Christina is professional, knowledgeable, kind and outgoing. It's obvious she truly cares for her clients. She's always there when she's needed. She's become part of the family."

Mary F.

Dora G.'s Photo

Dora G.


Boston, MA

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Passion And Heart Filled Care To Those I Serve

For over 30 years, I have worked to improve the lives of those I serve and support. From providing exciting and creative meals, companionship, medicine support, grooming (hair or make-up), light house keeping along with transportation for appointments. I am best known for my cooking and variety of healthy meal options. Please...
Dora can also help with: Errands, personal care, meal prep
5.0
"I've been lucky enough to have Dora put together delicious meal for me and others. Her salads are the best I've ever eaten not to mention her presentation of the main course. Can't say enough about her creativity and putting together a dinner for me that I will...

Barbara M.

Melissa I.'s Photo

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: Personal care, respite care, errands, light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep & more
Ashley A.'s Photo

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: Respite care, dementia, live-in home care, hospice services, personal care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Ashley was wonderful. She helped my mother and was a calming presence and very kind. She was always on time, professional and she has a heart of gold. I wish I had found her earlier during my mom’s illness. She is very knowledgeable in the field of care giving...

Care member

Joanita B.'s Photo

Joanita B.


Canton, MA

$18-30/hr8 yrs exp

Live-In Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Joan and For the past 10 years, I have worked towards helping seniors and making sure I put a smile on their faces at the end of the day. I have experience working with individuals suffering from dementia, Alzheimer's, stroke, diabetes, ALS among others. Over the past years working as a Home Health Aide, I have gained...
Joanita can also help with: Respite care, visiting nurse, dementia, live-in home care, hospice services, personal care & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
" Any family would be very lucky to hire Joan. I hired a lot of people to help me care for my family member. Joan was the best. Joan is smart, caring and reliable. She worked for me for more than four years. We worked together doing feeding, changing and oral...

Paula C.

Martin S.'s Photo

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: Personal care, transportation, companionship, light cleaning, dementia, mobility assistance & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"I am in the real Estate business and Martin has been cleaning the new places before inviting the potential buyers to see them. He does an incredibly nice job in organizing and keeping everything neat and I would recommend him to anyone else."

Rudis M.

Susan R.'s Photo

Susan R.


Brighton, MA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

RN Looking For A Care Giving Job

4.0

(5)

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: Meal prep, mobility assistance, companionship, home modification, dementia, hospice services & more
5.0
"Susan is a superb nurse and is excellent at helping me with my T1 diabetes. I highly recommend her. She helped me with my glucose monitoring and with the administration of my injections. She also prepared delicious diabetic friendly meals.."

Fred J.

Janet H.'s Photo

Janet H.


East Weymouth, MA

$22-24/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a passion in helping others and have worked many years in the personal care field. My most recent job was caring for my sister in law that was diagnosed with Lewy Body Dementia I did dedicate most of my time caring for her everyday needs along with my brother's well being. Prior to caring for my family member, I was a...
Janet can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, companionship, errands, dementia, home modification & more
Skills:

CPR

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"I'm a nurse who has overseen complete care of an elderly women for the past five years. I have five caregivers on the team and Janet has been one of the caregivers. She has truly been such an asset. She is so caring and patient. The resident she cares for is always...

Susan G.

Cathy F.'s Photo

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 was a caregiver to my mother from Oct 2017-June 2021(when she suddenly passed). She has a knack, getting a shy very reserved person out of their shell and having belly laughing conversations. Cathy values the relationship she has with the person she is...

Care member

Kristen S.'s Photo

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: Hospice services, light cleaning, companionship, errands, dementia, home modification & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

CPR

5.0
"Extremely reliable and empathetic to elderly patients needs and desires. Goes above and beyond what is typically expected, actually enjoys the work that's she's doing and it truly shows."

Corey M.

Tracy M.'s Photo

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: Light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, errands, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:

CPR

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

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

Kristina M.'s Photo

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: Light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, errands, dementia, hospice services & 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."

Care member

Showing 1 - 20 of 60

Recent companion care reviews in Dorchester Center, MA

Erin C.

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.

Dora N.

5.0

She is very professional, hardworking and you can count on her.

- Annerose M.

Sally H.

5.0

We hired Sally to help out with our mother who was recently diagnosed with Alzheimer's at the age of 63. She still lives by herself and although she's close by, with everyone in the family working our mother was alone, depressed, bored, and feeling trapped having recently lost her license and she...

- Matt R.

Tamaina D.

5.0

I suffered a spinal cord injury in 2002 and have hired many PCAs Tammy is among a select few that I have looked forward to seeing each week. Tammy’s constant smile, her beautiful disposition along with her attentiveness to taking excellent care of me makes her an outstanding person and PCA. I...

- Care member

Christina P.

5.0

Christina is lovely to have around. Caring, happy professional and energetic. She very knowledgeable and reliable.

- Lisa B.

Additional Companion Care Services

Companion Care in Mattapan, MACompanion Care in Dorchester, MACompanion Care in Jamaica Plain, MACompanion Care in Roxbury, MACompanion Care in Roslindale, MACompanion Care in Milton, MACompanion Care in Hyde Park, MACompanion Care in Quincy, MACompanion Care in Brookline, MACompanion Care in West Roxbury, MA