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Companion care in Melrose, MA

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Maria M.


Melrose, MA

$28-40/hr1 yrs exp

Companion Caregiver

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I'd describe my personality as caring, empathetic and reserved. I like caring for seniors because I believe they deserve to be treated with respect and compassion. Seniors should be able to grow older with grace and shown patience and understanding when they need it most. I'm looking for a job that allows me to truly make a...
Maria can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, errands, meal prep
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Michelle M.


Melrose, MA

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

Occupational Therapist

I'm an Occupational Therapist with experience in skilled nursing facilities working with older adults. I enjoy helping older adults with rehab exercises, home evaluation recommendations for increased safety in the home, socialization and support of valued activities with modifications to enable engagement to improve quality of...
Michelle can also help with: Transportation, errands, dementia, light cleaning, respite care
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Rafael V.


Melrose, MA

$30-34/hr3 yrs exp

Home Health Aide / PCA

I'd describe my personality as Hard-worker / easy to deal / patient I like caring for seniors because I learn every day something different and interesting I'm looking for a job that allow me to show all my skills and compassion to care of the others I started caring for seniors when my grandmother got sick In my spare...
Rafael can also help with: Errands, companionship, light cleaning, home modification, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Wound Care

CNA

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Zully M.


Melrose, MA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Seniors Care

I have been a PC since 2017. I posses a BS and worked as a medical interpreter for 15 years at Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston. I am a giving person, I love to share their stories, making them laugh and enjoy the time we spend together. My care for them consists of covering their basic needs such as: assist with dressing,...
Zully can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, companionship, home modification, errands, light cleaning & more
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Bil D.


Melrose, MA

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

CNA/Home Health Aide/Caregiver To Provide Care And Laughs For Your Loved Ones

**As of 2. 13. 21 I am fully vaccinated against covid-19 and can provide the CDC verification card. I have provided personal and home care and companionship as a CNA/Home Health Aide for 12+ years, certified from the Commonwealth School of Nursing. I have provided care for a variety of clients that include dementia,...
Skills:

CNA

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Katherine R. O.


Melrose, MA

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

Kind, Caring , And Helpful

I have worked at the Residents at Melrose Station for over 2 years. Where I have served residents who are seniors , or live in the memory care facility. I love cooking and cleaning or just being a companion! I can drive your to appointments or go grocery shopping as well !
Katherine R. can also help with: Dementia, transportation, errands, meal prep, light cleaning
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Carol D.


Melrose, MA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Mature, Responsible, Reliable CNA/HHA With 14 Years Of Experience Caring For Seniors In Their Homes.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My professional experience ranges from companionship to caring for seniors with Alzheimers, Parkinsons Disease, Stroke and Frontal Lobe Dementia. Experienced with IV/Picc Line Infusions and Wound Vacs. I am a gourmet cook and can communicate with doctors and other relevant medical staff with ease. I am organized and have been...
Carol can also help with: Dementia, personal care, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

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Juliet N.


Melrose, MA

$40/hr5 yrs exp

Home Health Aide With Medical Assistant Training

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as mindful and patient, adaptable and empathetic with creativity I like caring for seniors because some of them are vulnerable, lonely and need to be shown love and care. Just like everyone, they need companionship i. e. someone to talk to and share their memories with. I'm looking for a job that...
Juliet can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, companionship, dementia, live-in home care & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Susan H.


Saugus, MA

$30/hr3 yrs exp

Companion/homemaker For Seniors

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Susan. I am a companion/homemaker and PCA. I will also run errands and light meal prep. I'm kind, caring and compassionate. I have done house cleaning in the past and I can also do some dog walking. I can provide references upon request. The point of my position is to help your loved one remain in their home...
Susan can also help with: Errands, mobility assistance, dementia, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Susan is pleasant and dependable. She has a great attitude and helps my parents with a whole host of stuff they are no longer able to do."

Denise M.

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Marie D.


Lynn, MA

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello everyone! During my 20+ years of experience in adult senior care, I had the privilege to take care of wonderful patients such as the elderly needing help with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, feeding, exercise and companionship. I also work with patients with Alzheimer's, Stroke, Quadriplegic,...
Marie can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, companionship, light cleaning, errands, live-in home care & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Marie provided exceptional care for three years as my father's health issues grew increasingly complex. She gave practical advice from small items (good hand lotion) to large (essential equipment as Dad's mobility declined). She always treated Dad with love,...

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

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

5.0
"Tracy is capable and caring: prompt, considerate, and thoughtful. She always pitches in, is quick to handle requests, and quick to speak up calmly and respectfully if any problems occur. The ideal aide, and we recommend her highly."

Michael P. M.

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Mary M.


Reading, MA

$35-40/hr10 yrs exp

Mary, Caregiver For Your Loved Ones

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I loved caring for my aging family members so much, I gave up my full time job to do it. My friends and their friends asked me to help them, and that has kept me busy and loving the work. I can't believe I've been doing this for 10+ years already - time flies when you are having fun. I have experience with memory care,...
Mary can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

5.0
"Mary helped organize a whole team to take care of my father when he came home from the hospital. He was at the end of his life, and wanted to be home. She pulled together 24/7 care for him, stepping in when ever needed to fill the gaps to make sure he had the...

Deb K.

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Holly G.


Danvers, MA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Available For Companionship, Transportation, And General Care.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

There is something extra special about caring for members of our aging population. Their knowledge, values, and beliefs hold a very special place in my heart. I provide a caring, loving, and patient approach to time with clients. My experience includes, but is not limited to, companionship, meal prep, light housekeeping, and...
Holly can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, mobility assistance, dementia, meal prep, live-in home care & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Two years ago I was looking for someone to care for my then 96 year old mother. My mom is a strong-willed, independent, with life time of being in-charge kind of person, and of course she did not think she needed help. I found Holly on care.com. She came in and...

Linda B.

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Robin M.


Salem, MA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Providing care for our parents, our loved ones, as they deserve to be looked after, is the most profound gift we can give to them. Many families defer to the wishes of their loved ones to remain at home for the duration of their illness or for the last phase of their life. While this is a loving and compassionate decision, it...
Robin can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, dementia, respite care
5.0
"We hired Robin through a recommendation of a friend. My Mom had Lewey Body Dementia, which is the most aggressive form of dementia. My Mom was a sweet lady very lovable but her mind was not always her own anymore and she was tough , she got mean, she got...

Lisa K.

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Joshua W.


Stoneham, MA

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate And Caring Caregiver

I am a dedicated, compassionate , reliable and trustworthy caregiver with 10 plus years of experience of taking care of elderly patients in their homes . Committed to improving the overall wellbeing and health through personal care . In the past 10 years I have taken care of stroke patients , patients with dementia and patients...
Joshua can also help with: Errands, live-in home care, dementia, companionship, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"We are so grateful to Joshua for the extraordinary care he has provided to our father over the past year. Joshua is professional, organized, vigilant, and compassionate, and always kept track of many moving pieces around medications and dietary restrictions. His...

Eleanor C.

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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
"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.

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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: Errands, companionship, light cleaning, dementia, home modification, hospice services & more
Skills:

CNA

Wound Care

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Kristen is one of the most reliable and hard working individuals I've ever had the pleasure of knowing. She is strongly motivated at completing any tasks she sets when it comes to work and life in general. Kristen is someone who always uplifts individuals around...

Nick G.

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Natalee D.


Belmont, MA

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Reliable Jovial Experienced Private Aide And Companion

Bathing, toileting, eating (GI tube feeding), other personal care, household care like laundry, light dusting, vacuuming and light meal preparations, companionship, transportation, appointments and physical therapy. Background Transplant from Miami. Started as a PCA during college 16 years ago. Pursued a non medical bachelors....
Natalee can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, hospice services, meal prep & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

5.0
"Natalee is a wonderful Caregiver. She is caring and goes above and beyond the call of duty . The family was blessed to have Natalee care for our aunt who had Dementia and needed 24/7 Care. God bless you Natalee on your future endeavors. Keep smiling and continue to...

Anna W.

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

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Recent companion care reviews in Melrose, MA

Susan H.

5.0

Susan is caring, thoughtful and extremely reliable.

- Care member

Marie D.

5.0

Marie provided exceptional care for three years as my father's health issues grew increasingly complex. She gave practical advice from small items (good hand lotion) to large (essential equipment as Dad's mobility declined). She always treated Dad with love, respect, and good humor, even when he was...

- Care member

Lillian L.

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.

Tracy M.

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 understanding. I don't know what we would do...

- Susan B.

Mary M.

5.0

Mary helped organize a whole team to take care of my father when he came home from the hospital. He was at the end of his life, and wanted to be home. She pulled together 24/7 care for him, stepping in when ever needed to fill the gaps to make sure he had the coverage he needed. She contacted...

- Deb K.

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