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Companion care in Melrose, NY

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Rochelle D.


Troy, NY

$20-25/hr

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I'm new to senior care but I am very outgoing and can interact with almost anyone. I'm looking to be an occasional companion for an elderly individual providing socialization, light excersize, light housework, and/or errands. I'd describe my personality as bubbly, honest, and sarcastic at times but always positive. I enjoy...
Rochelle can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep
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Elizabeth M.


Mechanicville, NY

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

Hi! I love when I have to opportunity to work with seniors, or anyone who is in need of a companion. I have gone through a lot in my life, with my mom and some other family members having breast cancer, my great-grandmother having Alzheimer's, and learning from both my mother and grandmother about companion care from them being...
Elizabeth can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, companionship, home modification, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

Home Health Aide

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Heather M.


Clifton Park, NY

$18/hr4 yrs exp

Senior Caregiver With A Positive Attitude And A Passion For Building Meaning Relationships

I am adept at adapting and remaining calm in changing environments and challenging situations this trait enables me to quickly adjust to new care plans, resident preferences, and unexpected circumstances. I have taking care of a elderly man in 2018 I took care of him for a year I have also took care of my grandmother and my...
Heather can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, personal care
Skills:

CPR

Have some training in PCA. I have always had a passion to care for people who are in need. I have a lot of experience in house cleaning and meal preparation due to all the babysitter jobs I have completed. I am a friendly gentle companion that would love to spent time and care for your relative in need!
Jessica can also help with: Personal care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Faith. I have been in the healthcare field for 20 years. I have a tremendous amount of experience in a variety of specialties: Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, Lewy body, Stroke, Handicapped, Hospice, Companionship, etc. I will treat your loved one with love and compassion as they were my own family member. I am First...
Faith can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, errands, hospice services, companionship & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

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Tyleana V.


Troy, NY

$18-26/hr6 yrs exp

Hello, I bring a wealth of expertise to the table, blending over six years of dedicated service in the private duty industry with a passion for personal care. I'd describe my personality as fun, dedicated, reliable. I like caring for seniors because I get to contribute to my community. I enjoy the flexibility and the new...
Tyleana can also help with: Errands, meal prep, transportation, personal care, light cleaning
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Caitlin E.


Cohoes, NY

$25-30/hr

Wise 33 Year Old! A Listener.

Hello! I have felt connected to children and elders for as long as I can remember. My current experience with seniors is hanging out with my neighbors. My past experience is being a volunteer to do at home visits with elders when I lived in San Francisco. I have good stories, a dog and cat, and I work full-time at ACPHS. I would...
Caitlin can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, light cleaning, errands
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Tammy T.


Troy, NY

$20-25/hr1 yrs exp

Here To Make This Easier On You And Your Family

I'd describe my personality as friendly, caring and professional I like caring for seniors because everyone deserves the proper care by someone who genuinely cares I'm looking for a job that helps others who just need some extra assistance while not in the hospital. I started caring for seniors when I was 18, at Saint Mary's...
Tammy can also help with: Meal prep, errands, transportation, light cleaning
Skills:

CNA

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Leslie C.


Clifton Park, NY

$16-20/hr10 yrs exp

FT Or PT Caregiver

I started taking care of my Dad in 2009. He was diabetic and was on dialysis 3 times a week. My Mom didn't drive so I would transport him back and forth. I also took him to all Dr's appointments. He had triple bypass surgery as well. After he passed in 2011, my Mom was diagnosed with Lung cancer. I took her to chemo and...
Leslie can also help with: Dementia, personal care, hospice services, home modification
I'd describe my personality as caring, patient and supportive. I like caring for seniors because it makes me feel rewarded seeing the care and companionship I can provide.
Irelynn can also help with: Light cleaning, mobility assistance, dementia, meal prep, companionship
Skills:

CPR

CNA

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Ayanna B.


Troy, NY

$25-45/hr5 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as caring, reliable and trustworthy I like caring for seniors because I enjoy being there as a support, companion and caregiver for people at that stage of life. It brings me joy to make them happy and comfortable I'm looking for a job that fits my personality. I started caring for seniors in...
Ayanna can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, home modification & more
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Cierra B.


Troy, NY

$16-25/hr2 yrs exp

Care Giver

Although I don't have as many years under my belt working with the elderly population as I do with children, I do have two years of providing residential care. While in college, I worked full time as a Direct Support Professional before being promoted to a medical technician. I have the tools and knowledge to provide support,...
Cierra can also help with: Errands, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services, live-in home care & more
Hello my name is Tatiana . I have with 4yrs of Experience in nursing homes . I have experience with working with the patients with Dementia , Alzheimer's , Parkinson's & disability & companion care . I can assist with Bathing , Feeding cooking and daily activities , etc . I have reliable transportation to and from work. I am...
Tatiana can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, mobility assistance, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Hi, I'm Emma and I'm a reliable and compassionate companion. I have always had a nurturing and caring personality as long as I could remember. I am currently a nanny of two amazing girls (ages 3 & 5), on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. I have always enjoyed spending time with seniors. I like doing anything from running errands,...
Emma can also help with: Transportation, light cleaning, meal prep, errands

Brianna M.


Troy, NY

$25-30/hr6 yrs exp

I'm a licensed practical nurse with 7 years of home care experience. I mostly provide companionship and help with ADL's but I also do some hands on nursing care.
Brianna can also help with: Meal prep, personal care, errands, dementia, light cleaning
Skills:

Licensed Nurse

Carlos B.


Clifton Park, NY

$30-43/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver With Over 20 Years Of Experience"

Responsible Home Health Aide with excellent communication skills Proficient in providing exceptional in-home support to patients with a wide range of disabilities, illnesses, or other challenges. I'd describe my personality as "Enthusiastic, confident and friendly I like caring for seniors because I can hold my head high...
Carlos can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Jessica C.


Schenectady, NY

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Companion

5.0

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I've been in the nursing field for over 15 years . I love what I do . Helping others is my passion especially the elderly . I have experience with different diagnoses also dementia .
Jessica can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, personal care, dementia
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Jessica is compassionate and knowledgeable. She is patient and loving with those in her charge. Jessica is not only dependable, but often goes above and beyond in her position: She is someone who can make appropriate decisions for those in her care without...

Jeanette M.

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Sarah J.


Albany, NY

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Loving, Qualified, And Caring

I am a passionate caregiver/ companion with over 10 yrs of experience in long term/ end of life care. I have worked with Alzheimer's and Dementia patients. I have also worked in rehabilitation. I am knowledgeable in med administration, specialty diets and how to prepare them; such as puree, mechanical soft, moist ground, ect. As...
Sarah can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, companionship, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep & more
5.0
"Sarah is wonderful. She is kind and warm and always ready with a smile. Her work ethic, punctuality, and professionalism is equally matched by her skill. She was one of my dad's aides after his stroke and it was so comforting to us to know he was in kind, patient...

Sandra M.

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Kelly C.


Ballston Lake, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Companionship, Housekeeping, Activities, Meal Prep, Part-time Evenings And Weekends.

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Currently retired after 35 years at a Nursing home , worked as a certified nursing assistant and most currently employed as an Activity Leader. I love working with the elderly and helping people whether it's personal care or just companionship. Reliable, honest and trustworthy. I love my job and love making others happy....
Kelly can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, respite care, personal care, hospice services
5.0
"Kelly has years of experience working with seniors. She is such a lovely caregiver, very professional, reliable, caring and loving person. She is very accommodating working with families and their love ones. I highly recommend her and having that peace of mind is...

Robin B.

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Wendy H.


Schenectady, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate Home Care

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have over 25 years of care giving experience. I cared for a family member who was very ill . So I began caring for seniors with Alzheimer's, Dementia, Congestive heart failure and also Parkinson's. My responsibilities include companionship, personal care, making sure medicines are taken, assisting with dressing, meal...
Wendy can also help with: Companionship, dementia, errands, transportation
5.0
"Very caring toward elderly patients . Reliable and knowledgeable . Always carries a professional demeanor/ competent."

Michele S.

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Recent companion care reviews in Melrose, NY

Jessica C.

5.0

Jessica is compassionate and knowledgeable. She is patient and loving with those in her charge. Jessica is not only dependable, but often goes above and beyond in her position: She is someone who can make appropriate decisions for those in her care without constant direction, her experience and...

- Jeanette M.

Sarah J.

5.0

I love Sarah J! She was the best care taker my family ever had. Her attention to detail, kindness and gentleness was top tier. Money can’t buy the quality of work she provides. I hope every person in need can find a care taker as excellent as Sarah.

- Care member

Kelly C.

5.0

Kelly has years of experience working with seniors. She is such a lovely caregiver, very professional, reliable, caring and loving person. She is very accommodating working with families and their love ones. I highly recommend her and having that peace of mind is priceless! She is a saint.

- Robin B.

Wendy H.

5.0

Wendy is one of the most reliable kind honest people I know- She has been with our family for almost a year now and I don't know a better person to have helping with the care of my dad - You would be lucky to have her be a part of your family.

- Susan B.

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