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Companion care in Jamaica Plain, MA

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Dora G.


Boston, MA

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Passion And Heart Filled Care To Those I Serve

5.0

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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: Meal prep, errands, personal care
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.

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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, respite care, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep, personal care & more
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Diana A.


Waltham, MA

$50/hr10 yrs exp

I Am A Self Motivated Smart Companion & Caregiver.

With over 10 years of experience in Companionship and Caregiving management. I can say I have a great sense of humor, understanding, caring and loving. I have a great attitude towards my work, very professional, focus and dedicated. I have several certificates including CNA, CPR, HHA among others and still per suing more. I...
Diana can also help with: Home modification, errands, dementia, hospice services, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

CPR

5.0
"Committed to caring for those she is responsible for. She will do whatever is in her power to help. Professional, polite, caring. I personally witnessed her work ethic when caring for 2 different families I know."

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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: Live-in home care, dementia, respite care, home modification, hospice services, personal care & more
5.0
"Mary came at nights to help with my dad. She's very friendly, always willing to strike up a conversation! Every morning, she made sure that my dad had a bath and had clean clothes and teeth before leaving. Plus, my 4 year old would just wait by the door for her...

Suzie L.

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Susan R.


Brighton, MA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

RN Looking For A Care Giving Job

3.8

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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: Hospice services, home modification, dementia, companionship, meal prep, mobility assistance & more
5.0
"Susan was great with my mom who is suffering from early onset Alzheimer's. She really cared about my mom's well being and was constantly looking for new ways to make the situation better and find different treatment options. Susan would be a great caretaker for...

Jaclyn K.

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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: Home modification, light cleaning, companionship, errands, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

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.

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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: Errands, dementia, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

5.0
"Tracy is a wonderful caregiver for our mother who was very resistant to receiving any type of home-care services. Now, she looks forward to seeing Tracy each day. Tracy is a wonderful companion and very observant. Tracy is very prompt, dependable and...

Susan B.

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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: Mobility assistance, personal care, dementia, transportation, light cleaning, companionship & 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.

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Winfred M.


Waltham, MA

$30/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

II am a compassionate, caring and dependable CNA. Certified to take care of seniors in MA. I can anticipate a seniors needs or even recommend what needs to be done. I do Med reminders . I would understand if someone wants to be chatty or have a quiet time. I am an extremely good cook and my driving record is clean. I have taken...
Winfred can also help with: Companionship, errands, hospice services, dementia, home modification, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"SUPER, Winfrey is a great person and a excellent worker, very professional and attentive she goes above and beyond her duties to make people happy. She is a great cook and very clean housekeeper, she has shown great knowledge of the medical field and senior care....

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Alicia N.


Arlington, MA

$30-45/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver Associate/HHA/ Special Needs

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have 16+ years of experience. I can help with Home Care , Personal Care and Special needs, and Companionship. I have been a Geriatric caregiver since 2005 I worked for my company for 6 yrs and been a private caregiver for 10 yrs. Am very compassionate, patience, understanding and easy to talk to. I have a very humorous side...
Alicia can also help with: Dementia, companionship, hospice services, errands, light cleaning, home modification & more
Skills:

CNA

Wound Care

CPR

5.0
"Alicia did a wonderful job taking care of my mother for 3 months during her end of life process. She was knowledgeable, very warm and caring and quickly became part of our family. Her sense of humor was appreciated and she provided good peace of mind for us when...

Christopher D.

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Lillian L.


Somerville, MA

$25-40/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked for 8 years taking care of seniors and currently working as live in care giver. I am available Monday to Sunday except Tuesday. I am hoping to find a job that I can build a close relationship so we can enjoy the companionship. I am a reliable person, pleasant and compassionate. I enjoy working with seniors.
Lillian can also help with: Personal care, dementia
5.0
"Lillian is a friendly, caring, and compassionate person! My mom had a stroke and Lillian cared for her overnights. I was hugely relieved knowing Lillian was with mom. Very punctual and reliable. We would hire Lillian again!"

Barbara H.

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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: Dementia, meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning, errands, personal care & more
Skills:

Wound Care

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Christina is lovely to have around. Caring, happy professional and energetic. She very knowledgeable and reliable."

Lisa B.

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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: Live-in home care, dementia, personal care, hospice services, respite 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

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Faith G.


Norwood, MA

$20-25/hr9 yrs exp

Loving Part Time Senior Care

Hello, my name is Faith and I am a retired flight attendant. Don't let my age scare you away as I'm quite energetic! In addition, I'm responsible, nurturing, patient, clean, and a trustworthy woman, and I would love to help care for you/your elder loved one on a part time basis. I stopped flying in 2010 and have been providing...
5.0
"Faith was my mom's caretaker for over 3 years right up until mom's passing 3 weeks ago. Over the years, Faith and my mom developed a wonderful relationship. My mom always looked forward to her "Faith days." Faith, with her upbeat attitude, storytelling expertise,...

lori A.

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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, meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, errands & more
5.0
"I can't say enough good things about Susan. She was the primary companion for my mother for 4 years. She is very kind, patient, supportive and caring, plus she is organized, knows what needs to be accomplished, and takes care of everything. She treated my mother...

Andrea W.

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Doreen G.


Waltham, MA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

I'm a professional caregiver with experience of 15 years working with seniors and people with disabilities and those that have a lot of needs especially those that have dementia, Alzheimer's, stroke patients, Parkinson's disease, and kids with autism. I also provide my clients with transportation especially when are going for...
5.0
"She took care of my elderly uncle and most recently my 90 year old mother for almost years. We adore Doreen! I am a nurse at Dana Farber with high standards."

Sandra R.

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Linda D.


Dedham, MA

$15-25/hr7 yrs exp

Senior Care - Companion/Errands/Drs. Appts./Medication Management

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have over 7 years experience with senior care and companionship which includes medication management, doctor's appointments, advocacy, house work, meal prep, and errands. I am extremely organized and compassionate to all my senior friends. I have experience with home care and assisted living care. Seniors' dignity is a...
5.0
"Linda is one of the most caring people I know. She took care of my mother for many years. She is personable,professional,compassionate and very detail oriented. She was an excellent caregiver and companion to my mother. I highly recommend her!"

Laura M.

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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: Home modification, light cleaning, errands, hospice services, companionship, dementia & more
5.0
"From the moment I arrived back home from the rehab, Yusuf went above and beyond to ensure my needs were met. His dedication to providing high-quality care was evident in every interaction. He truly made a difference in my healing process."

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Jaqueline P.


Everett, MA

$30/hr4 yrs exp

Full Time Senior Care

I am a divorced lady with a 28-year-old son. We have been living in Mass since March 2017 but we lived here before for six years until 2008. I have a degree in English/Portuguese and have been an ESL teacher for 30 years. In the USA, I have been an elderly companion and house cleaner. I used to help a lady wash up, use the...
Jaqueline can also help with: Meal prep, mobility assistance, companionship, light cleaning, personal care, home modification & more
5.0
"She does a great job, she is careful, dependable, responsible and punctual. I really recommend her. "

Suzi A.

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Roddy P.


Wellesley Hills, MA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver/Companion Care For Dementia And Alzheimer's Clients

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Certified Dementia Practitioner, certified in Alzheimer's Rehabilitation Training, and am CPR certified. Seeking a position where I can help make a difference in someone's life. Most of my experience is working with high-net-worth individuals in their homes. Providing care, maintaining dignity, and stimulating cognition, are...
Roddy can also help with: Personal care, live-in home care, hospice services, dementia
5.0
"Roddy is exceptional! Along with dependable and flexible, Roddy is conscientious, proactive, kind and bright! He genuinely cares for his clients and holds himself to a high standard . So, if you want someone who goes above and beyond, is teachable while being...

Amy D.

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Recent companion care reviews in Jamaica Plain, MA

Dora G.

5.0

Dora is professional, reliable, and accountable. She is excellent at meal preparation as she always tries to educate people on healthier decisions regarding food. Her passion is to see people happy, and I am sure that you will see that when you meet her!

- Steven M.

Diana A.

5.0

Committed to caring for those she is responsible for. She will do whatever is in her power to help. Professional, polite, caring. I personally witnessed her work ethic when caring for 2 different families I know.

- Care member

Mary E.

5.0

Mary came at nights to help with my dad. She's very friendly, always willing to strike up a conversation! Every morning, she made sure that my dad had a bath and had clean clothes and teeth before leaving. Plus, my 4 year old would just wait by the door for her every night!! Thanks for everything,...

- Suzie L.

Susan R.

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.

Kristen S.

5.0

Kristen is trustworthy and forthcoming. My mother is paralyzed from the neck down and Kristen has experience with dressing, feeding, wound care, Hoyer lift, and problem-solving. She worked for us for only a month and even agreed to accompany my mother to my wedding! The service she provides is...

- Justin G.

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