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Karen P.


Rockville Centre, NY

$20-30/hr3 yrs exp

Caring Companion With Experience

5.0

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Cared for a 91-year-old special lady who was a beautiful person to share her company. I prepared her meals, assisted in getting her washed and dressed for bed. Cared for another female client for two years. Cooked meals and got her washed and dressed on the weekends.
Karen can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, dementia, errands, light cleaning, transportation & more
5.0
"Karen is a loving and caring person whether she's caring for seniors or children. My sister-in-law entrusts her with the home care of her elderly mother and I feel the same way when I leave my 2 young grandchildren in her care. I highly recommend Karen and you...

Kathy W.

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Abena P.


Hempstead, NY

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Home Health Aide Looking Available Full Time

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Compassionate and always available to help my clients with assistance of daily living, meal preparation and feeding, light house keeping, laundry, grocery, errands, transportation to and from medical appointments as well as companionship and social interaction. Have cared for MS patients, stroke, Alzheimer s. Have experience...
Abena can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, personal care, respite care
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Home Health Aide

5.0
"Abena is amazing. She came into our home to help us with my MIL - an 85YO Alzheimer patient. We were unable to get her to shower (for almost 8 weeks) and exercise (simple walking). Abena was able to get her to shower 2X a week and go outside and take a walk. She...

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Pamela P.


Hollis, NY

$30/hr7 yrs exp

Looking To Companion Elderly. Very Reliable & Love Elderly People. I Also Drive. Have My Own Car.

I was born in Guyana but raised in NY. I am an American citizen. I have my own my car. I'm very reliable, hard working also fun to be around. my job is to care and be there for yr love ones . I love long conversations, walks, music , old movies , games , trivia and so much more. I really do enjoy my job and have great...
Pamela can also help with: Companionship, live-in home care, dementia, errands, hospice services, meal prep & more
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Home Health Aide

5.0
"Pamela is organized, patient, kind, on time and a great cook. She's able to help a patient feel relaxed and safe and cherished. "

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a dependable and compassionate caregiver. I have been working in the home care industry for over 5 years. I pride myself on being able to quickly learn new skills and adapt to any situations. in the past I have assisted clients with activity of daily living . engaged in conversation, taken vital signs and maintaining a...
Nirvanie can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, respite care
5.0
"Nirvana provided exceptional care to my wife who suffered a severe hyper immune response to the moderna vaccine. She was always kind, soft, compassionate and caring towards my wife. We are relocating g for a time to our home in Mexico and will miss nirvana badly. I...

Cynthia A.

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Maria R.


East Meadow, NY

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Companionship,housekeeping,meal Prep, Entitlements And Insurance Forms,flexible Hours Emergency

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Many years home care experience helping seniors remain in the community. Licensed social worker and private duty care giver experience. worked with Alzheimer's, dementia and various medical and mental conditions.
5.0
"Maria cared for my mom as if she were her own mom! Maria is compassionate. She is genuinely interested in those in her care and she obviously has a passion for her work. She knew exactly what mom needed to be comfortable and to get healthy. Maria was there for mom...

Margaret M.

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Marcia J.


Hempstead, NY

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Extended Family

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Marcia I'm experienced caretaker and companion with over 30+ years of providing care for the elderly in hospital/ at-home setting. I'm very patient, compassionate and empathetic also a good listener. My focus as a caregiver/companion is to provide optimal support to my patients through personalized assistance,...
Marcia can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, dementia, errands, hospice services, meal prep & more
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CPR

5.0
"Marcia has cared for numerous members of my family. I cannot imagine there is anyone better in the industry. To say she is amazing is an understatement. My wife refers to her as the Angel sent by GOD Marcia is incredibly skilled, professional, personable and...

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Wendy A.


Freeport, NY

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced, Positive, And Kind Personal Health Care Aide

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi There! I am kind, upbeat, and friendly home care aid. With over 15 years of experience in elderly care, I am a certified home health aide, certified personal care aide, and certified nursing assistant. I have experience with dementia care, hospice, and elderly couples. I pride myself on punctuality, positivity, and...
Wendy can also help with: Dementia, respite care, light cleaning, meal prep, personal care
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CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Super caring and makes you feel loved"

Ashia T.

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Lilawattie N.


Hollis, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

19 Years Of Patient Care And Nursing Experience

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Senior caregiver with positive attitude and a passion for delivering exceptional and compassionate care for the senior community. I bring 7 years experience as a License Practical Nurse for Goldwater Memorial Hospital, experience including:medications, treatments, GT feeding administration, PU, SPC care, FSBS. Have experience...
Lilawattie can also help with: Dementia, respite care, hospice services, live-in home care, personal care
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CNA

Home Health Aide

Licensed Nurse

5.0
"Always early, my daughter gets so excited when she sees her, and she's a real genuine and easy going woman! By far the best babysitter we've had! And we've had a few..I highly recommend her:"

Alicia D.

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Lisamarie S.


Merrick, NY

$25-35/hr9 yrs exp

Your Loved One Is Cared For Like My Own Family

I have been a companion for the elderly since 2012. My caring attitude with the elderly makes their day comfortable and enjoyable. I become their friend. I love to hear their stories and they LOVE to hear mine. Every client of mine have always been amazed by me, when in fact it is I that is amazed by them. We become friends some...
Lisamarie can also help with: Dementia, home modification, personal care, visiting physician
5.0
"Lisa took care of my Mother from 2013 to 2018 until she was placed in a nursing home. Her duties were helping my mother with everyday tasks like cleaning, bathing, food preparing, driving her to appointments and lunches with her friends and much more. My mother...

Margaret D.

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Monet W.


Freeport, NY

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Or Live-In CNA Available For Companionship, Meal Prep, Housekeeping, Medication Reminders.

4.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Compassionate, intuitive and self-directed CNA with over 10 years of experience devoted to providing superior in-home care to seniors, mentally ill, and persons with disabilities or any health limitation. I've had the opportunity to work in several settings including medical-surgical, critical care, emergency, behavioral health,...
Monet can also help with: Dementia, respite care, hospice services, live-in home care, personal care
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CNA

5.0
"She's cheerful, friendly, and energetic. Takes initiative. Totally dependable."

Richard C.

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Sandra T.


Saint Albans, NY

$25/hr9 yrs exp

Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood

I'm a 50-year-old trained home health aide who enjoys working with seniors. I have over 8 years experience in the field and have worked with Alzheimer's, dementia, Parkinson's, Stroke, MS and bedridden patients among others. I have experience with peg tube feeding, hoyer lift, feeding, bathing, meal prep, house keeping, errands,...
Sandra can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, live-in home care, mobility assistance & more
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CPR

Wound Care

5.0
"three months of her life as she suffered from chronic lung disease. My mother could be stubborn and quite critical of caregivers, but she loved Sandra. She said she was gentle, kind, professional and able to anticipate her needs. She did everything for my mother...

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Maria D.


Long Beach, NY

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

Part-Time Caretaker Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am listed as both a childcare provider and a senior caretaker. I am a mother of one daughter. I've taken care of children my entire life. I have 11 nieces and nephews! I worked with three families in childcare. I took care of a woman with Alzheimer's, and an elderly gentleman. I cared for both of my parents. My mother suffered...
Maria can also help with: Dementia, visiting physician
5.0
"We hired Maria for close to one year as companion care for our 74 year-old mother with Alzheimer's disease and Maria was truly amazing. She is extremely reliable, caring and a very warm person. Maria took excellent care of our mother and essentially became part...

Mark A.

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Petrona S.


Uniondale, NY

$25-26/hr8 yrs exp

Hha/caregiver

I am a dedicated and compassionate care giver with over eight years of experience in providing exceptional care and support to individuals in need. Throughout my career, I have developed a strong skill set that focuses on enhanneeds are met with respect and empathy.cing the quality of life for clients, ensuring their physical,...
Petrona can also help with: Companionship, mobility assistance, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, personal care & more
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Home Health Aide

5.0
"We hired Petrona as a caretaker for my husband's mom. We wanted someone we were able to trust in our home and someone with a lot of patience as she was diagnosed with dementia. Petrona showed up and exceeded our expectations. She was not just there but she was...

Ramona M.

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Betty Ann C.


Freeport, NY

$25/hr3 yrs exp

Companion To Elderly, Including Dementia And/or Alzheimer's Sufferers.

I'd describe my personality as bubbly, patient, and caring I like caring for seniors because I love hearing abt their lives and the wisdom they impart I'm looking for a job that lets me serve others. I started caring for seniors when my mother in law got ill and then for my own mother when she had cancer. I help a friends'...
Betty Ann can also help with: Errands, meal prep, transportation
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CPR

5.0
"Betty Ann is a wonderful and caring person who takes care of my mom…My mom treasures every moment with her and looks forward to her visits..❤️🙏🏼"

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I have experience in caring for the elderly, providing support with daily activities such as personal hygiene, meals, and mobility. I am patient, attentive, and dedicated to their well-being, ensuring they feel safe, respected, and comfortable. Additionally, I am sensitive to their emotional needs, offering companionship and...
Jaqueline can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, errands, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Breanna C.


Rosedale, NY

$19-21/hr4 yrs exp

Direct Support Professional

Compassionate Caregiver with Experience in Developmental Disabilities and Childcare Hello! My name is Breanna, and I am a dedicated, patient, and empathetic caregiver with years of experience working with both adults with developmental disabilities and children. I have a passion for providing quality care, ensuring that each...
Breanna can also help with: Light cleaning, live-in home care, meal prep
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Nykoli W.


Jamaica, NY

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Certified Caregiver Available

I am a certified Nursing Aide (CNA ) currently working in a skill facility for long term care seeking additional employment for nights and weekends to fill in or work permanently. With over 15 years experience taking care of the elderly at home , I have experiences with bedbound patients, long term , chronic illness , and stroke...
Nykoli can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, dementia, errands, hospice services, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Home Health Aide

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Megan R.


Long Beach, NY

$30-40/hr3 yrs exp

Senior Care Companion

Certified NYS teacher with 21 years experience. Worked for 6 years in Hospice care and volunteered with seniors throughout career.
Megan can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, errands, hospice services, light cleaning, mobility assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

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Jaimee C.


Wantagh, NY

$17-22/hr3 yrs exp

Compassionate Assistance

Compassionate caregiver, companion and helping hand with over five years of experience providing exceptional care to the elderly and disabled. Skilled in assisting with daily living activities through medication administration, meal preparation, running errands, laundry and personal care. To some, helping others is nothing more...
Jaimee can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep
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Andrade L.


Saint Albans, NY

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver With Over 10 Years Of Experience

I'd describe my personality patient, empathetic and compassionate. I like caring for seniors because it helps to grow mt compassion and empathy as I assist them with their new challenges and struggles, in addition I have become more a more patient person who feels a stronger sense of gratitude for my health and the health of...
Andrade can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, personal care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Recent companion care reviews in Island Park, NY

Karen P.

5.0

Karen took care of my mom who is 91 years old. Karen is very caring, kind , punctual , and a great Companion. Karen worked for me for over a year . I would definitely recommend her 110%.

- Marian J.

Abena P.

5.0

Abena is an incredible caregiver. So kind and thoughtful. Able to anticipate the needs of my elderly parents. Strong and experienced. We feel so lucky to have found her! I feel that my mother recovered from her hospitalization very quickly due to Abena’s excellent care. Highly recommend!

- Care member

Pamela P.

5.0

Pamela took very good care of my mom she is very kind compassionate and overall good person .she attented to all of my mothers needs.my mother was always happy when she is around to uplift her spirit .she would go above and beyond so that my mom was being taken good care of .anyone would be happy...

- Care member

Nirvanie A.

5.0

Nirvana provided exceptional care to my wife who suffered a severe hyper immune response to the moderna vaccine. She was always kind, soft, compassionate and caring towards my wife. We are relocating g for a time to our home in Mexico and will miss nirvana badly. I cannot recommend her highly enough

- Cynthia A.

Maria R.

5.0

Maria is wonderful with my 90 year old Mom. We highly recommend her.

- Susan M.

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