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Companion care in Freeport, ME

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Evergreen J.


Freeport, ME

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Companion/caregiver

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Hello! I have worked (on and off) as a companion/caregiver for seniors for 20 years now. I am certified as a Direct Support Professional, Shared Living Provider, and am CPR/1st aid certified. In addition, I was trained as a CNA trained and have community case management experience. I am able to provide companionship, emotional...
Evergreen can also help with: Respite care, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, home modification, mobility assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

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Laura R.


Freeport, ME

$40-45/hr10 yrs exp

Support Specialist & Behavioral Health Professional

I have 10 yrs of experience working with ALL ages, children to seniors. Experience: ambulation, Alzheimer's, ADL's, Doc appt's, transportation, errands, medications, walking, light fitness, encouragement, groceries, light cooking & lt household chores, companionship, socialization & more. (I have also worked with clients with...
Laura can also help with: Respite care, transportation, meal prep, errands, light cleaning
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Dawn B.


Brunswick, ME

$38-50/hr10 yrs exp

Available For Companionship, Meal Prep, Housekeeping, Appointments Day, Evenings And Overnight

5.0

(3)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

After a lengthy career in marketing (a very fast-paced life) and caring for my father for 17 years (dementia) and my mother for her last 6 months (renal failure) I decided to take some time off. After about a year on sabbatical I accepted a couple of care positions from this site to see how I might do. What a wonderful...
Dawn can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, light cleaning, errands, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Dawn is wonderful. She is responsible, warm, attentive, communicative, flexible, and incredibly knowledgeable. We are very grateful for the support and care she provided during a difficult time for our family. We would be lucky to work with her again. I'd be...

Ellen L.

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Jessica B.


Topsham, ME

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

Senior Companionship

I'd describe my personality as patient, kind and considerate I like caring for seniors because I believe they are overlooked in our society I'm looking for a job that has flexible hours and is rewarding In my spare time, I like to read, garden and be outdoors with my family
Jessica can also help with: Errands, meal prep, transportation, home modification, light cleaning
Hello! My name is Bryannah! While I have no paid experience being a senior caregiver, I have lived with my grandparents close to my entire life. My memere passed in 2015 but I cared for her when she got sick and well before. I gave her mani/pedis, took her shopping, read to her, etc. My boyfriend and I live with my grandfather...
Bryannah can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, light cleaning, errands
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Audrey C.


Brunswick, ME

$18-25/hr

Companion Caregiver

I would describe myself as nurturing, gentle, and empathetic. My experience in companion caregiving for elders has largely been for friends and family, and I am just starting to look for paid opportunities to support our elders. One thing I am proud to say is that I am good at figuring things out. If there's anything that is...
Audrey can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning
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Jessica L.


Orrs Island, ME

$28/hr2 yrs exp

Personal Care Attendant Seeking Part-Time Position.

I would like to offer comfort, care and companionship to seniors. I have experience working in Senior Care facilities and more personal one-on-one care with people dealing with degenerative diseases like Progressive Supranuclear Palsy, aphasia, dysphasia, mobility issues and more. Besides providing care at home I also provide...
Jessica can also help with: Respite care, mobility assistance, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, meal prep & more
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Denise A.


Brunswick, ME

$30-45/hr5 yrs exp

Compassionate Teacher

I'm a licensed teacher with 5 years of companion care experience. I have excellent references and offer patience, kindness and compassion. I welcome the opportunity to talk about your family's needs.
Denise can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, dementia, personal care, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

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Kira L.


South Portland, ME

$25-40/hr6 yrs exp

4.0

(2)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there!! My name is Kira and I am a graduate from the University of Miami and currently a certified nursing assistant that provides health care, home care and companionship care. I absolutely love the work I do and would be so excited to help you or your loved one. Please contact me to learn more (I'm not good at putting my...
Kira can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep, respite care, errands & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

3.0
"I met with Kira and she had the skills, personality, and background I was looking to hiring. Unfortunately, my experience (not just with Kira) with Care.com caregivers has been they are in high demand, ask for higher hourly rates than posted, and most consumers...

Sharon C.

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Lai Jan W.


Cape Elizabeth, ME

$40-45/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver/companion

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a certified PSS (Personal Support Specialist) Caregiver/Companion with 16 years of experience caring for seniors aged 70 to 100. I have extensive experience working with Dementia/Alzheimer's clients and in 2016 received the Excellence in Long-Term Care Award from the State of Maine. In facilities, I have worked one on one...
Lai Jan can also help with: Dementia, personal care, live-in home care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Jo is so respectful and hard working. We feel lucky to have found her. She is consistent in delivering a high work ethic and compassionate patient care. Any home would benefit from her caring nature."

Colleen M.

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Lisa D.


Westbrook, ME

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

I Love To See You Smile!

Hi I'm Lisa! I've been an in-home caregiver for 8 years. I love the people I work with and the work I do. Over the years, I've worked with clients who've been easy-going and fun, as well as clients that have been challenging due to Alzheimer's and Dementia. I'm very passionate about senior care. I am kind, calm, patient...
Lisa can also help with: Errands, hospice services, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, personal care & more
Skills:

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"My family and I had the pleasure and privilege of having Lisa work in our home for 2.5 years. Lisa always came in with a positive attitude and joy. My loved one could be a challenge. The level of care, professionalism and empathy she demonstrated blew me away. Lisa...

Shannon E.

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Jan T.


Woolwich, ME

$28-35/hr5 yrs exp

Care Giver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a healthy, cheerful and patient mother of 3 adult children. After 20-plus years of teaching and working overseas in a cross-cultural setting, my husband and I have settled back into our home in Woolwich, Maine and I am looking for part-time work. I have enjoyed working with both young and old. Aside from my teaching...
Jan can also help with: Personal care, dementia, respite care
5.0
"Hello, While looking for somebody to care for my mother , I thought for sure Jan had to be to good to be true. She was everything we had hoped for. Experienced, caring, friendly, helpful and a very genuine person. Jan took amazing care of my mother. She read to my...

Jackie C.

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Kim O.


Westbrook, ME

$30/hr10 yrs exp

I'm a retired healthcare professional with experience managing a busy household and caring for the elderly and infirm. I have been assisting and companion to the elderly since retirement to supplement my income and to have a sense of purpose. I am not one to sit around and I thoroughly enjoy the change of pace this type of work...
Kim can also help with: Dementia, companionship, errands, personal care, meal prep, respite care & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Kim has been an extraordinary help to our family. She is thoughtful, kind, and works hard to keep the family in good order. We were lucky to have her support my dad. Anyone who hires her will be fortunate. She is quite special."

Anna C.

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Marytracey J.


New Gloucester, ME

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Hi! I Am A Very Reliable, Patient, And Creative Person Who Has Approximately 15 Years Of Experience

Hello my name is Marytracey. I work per diem as a registered respiratory therapist, and truly love to serve. My goal is to make life easy for you. I will take care of your prize possessions and treat them like my own. I am happy to run errands, shop, manage appointment , caretake or be a companion or watchful eye. I will care...
Marytracey can also help with: Dementia, personal care, respite care
5.0
"Marytracey is caring, professional, and extremely knowledgeable in her field. We enjoy her friendly personality which has given us a very relaxing feeling. I would highly recommend her services."

Dottie O.

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Alexis W.


Portland, ME

$30-45/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver With OT Degree

I am an Occupational Therapist with 20+ years of experience primarily with older adult and geriatric population (very comfortable with dementia clients) in a multitude of settings including 10+ years of home care. I can provide assistance with personal care (bathing, dressing, grooming), carryover with home exercise programs,...
Alexis can also help with: Home modification, hospice services, meal prep, companionship, errands, dementia & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Our family worked with Alexis for almost a year, to help my mother-in-law. She came highly recommended and lived up to the hype. Alexis is: extremely reliable and trustworthy; knows how to build strong rapport; has great expertise in the health care system to help...

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Jennifer B.


Lewiston, ME

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Available For Companionship Housekeeping Home Health Aide Available Full Time

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been a certified caregiver with over 25 years experience. I have a kind heart I've worked with seniors, helping them with the skills bathing dressing, laundry cooking meals cleaning and med management I'm extremely dependable never miss work many references available I treat my patients like family I'm willing to bring...
Jennifer can also help with: Respite care, live-in home care, meal prep, dementia, personal care, companionship & more
5.0
"We recently hired Jenn to care for my 83 year old mother who suffered a severe stroke in July. She is totally bedridden and now suffers dementia. Jenn is a professional through and through. We were only able to have her for a short time as my mother is now...

Kip E.

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Jewel P.


Falmouth, ME

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Personal Care Giver Provides Companionship, Meal Prep, Transportation, Personal Care, Housekeeping,

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I was introduced to this profession through my mother. She was a CNA. I started working along side her and was able to get hands on training. It came very natural to me and I loved it. I currently have 20 plus years experience. I have built many special realtionships. My goal is to provide care to help the elderly maintain...
Jewel can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, personal care
Skills:

Wound Care

5.0
"Jewel has extensive experience in care-giving and end of life situations. She is an exceptional listener, offering tempered and insightful feedback and support. We are confident that any family that is fortunate enough to have Jewel help them with care-giving will...

Paul D.

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Amanda D.


Lewiston, ME

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Caregiver

I have over 20 years of experience working with seniors in a variety of settings. My favorite time spent with clients is one on one care, in their homes, helping a person stay as independent as they can be for as long as they can be. I am CPR/First Aid/AED certified and hold a State of Maine medical assistant certificate. I was...
Amanda can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, errands, personal care, mobility assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

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Julian B.


Portland, ME

$24-40/hr1 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as respectful, funny and responsible. I like caring for seniors because I believe all people deserve a positive and safe person in their lives. I respect the elderly. I'm looking for a job that allows me to help others. I am patient, responsible, and have a great sense of humor, Also, I'm a...
Julian can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, home modification, hospice services, errands, meal prep & more
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Kendra S.


Portland, ME

$20-26/hr4 yrs exp

Nursing Student Willing To Help Your Loved Ones

I am a current nursing student that is willing to help care for your loved ones! I have experience taking caring of my grandfather. I also love just talking to elders and allowing them to express their needs. Whether you need a companion for your family member or someone to help with respite care. Schedule varies with my...
Kendra can also help with: Transportation, errands, dementia, respite care, light cleaning
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Recent companion care reviews in Freeport, ME

Dawn B.

5.0

Dawn is wonderful. She is responsible, warm, attentive, communicative, flexible, and incredibly knowledgeable. We are very grateful for the support and care she provided during a difficult time for our family. We would be lucky to work with her again. I'd be happy to speak to anyone interested...

- Ellen L.

Kira L.

5.0

Kira has a gift for working w/challenging clients. She brings lightness, a sense of humor and fun. At the same time, she's brilliant and on top of everything medically. Kira truly loves what she does and cares deeply for her people! My granmother(a tough customer:) is telling Kira she loves her....

- Rachel S.

Lai Jan W.

5.0

Jo is so respectful and hard working. We feel lucky to have found her. She is consistent in delivering a high work ethic and compassionate patient care. Any home would benefit from her caring nature.

- Colleen M.

Lisa D.

5.0

My family and I had the pleasure and privilege of having Lisa work in our home for 2.5 years. Lisa always came in with a positive attitude and joy. My loved one could be a challenge. The level of care, professionalism and empathy she demonstrated blew me away. Lisa always went above and beyond...

- Shannon E.

Jan T.

5.0

Hello, While looking for somebody to care for my mother , I thought for sure Jan had to be to good to be true. She was everything we had hoped for. Experienced, caring, friendly, helpful and a very genuine person. Jan took amazing care of my mother. She read to my mom, they painted together and...

- Jackie C.

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