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60 companion care are listed in Portland, ME

The average posted rate is $22/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby companion care is 3 years

Companion care in Portland, ME

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Alexis W.


Portland, ME

$30-45/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver With OT Degree

5.0

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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: Meal prep, hospice services, dementia, companionship, home modification, errands & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

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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Sara B.


Portland, ME

$10-15/hr

Part-time Caregiver/Companion Care

Looking to provide seniors in the area with assistance and companion care for their activities of daily living. I have experience caring for my grandmother with dementia and a desire to make the lives of seniors more connected and social!
Sara can also help with: Respite care, dementia
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Joce L.


Portland, ME

$13-50/hr1 yrs exp

Companion

Hi there! My name is Jocelyn. I'm a 20-year-old psychology student at Roger Williams University. I can provide companionship, light house keeping, and transportation to medical appointments for older individuals in need. Feel free to reach out to discuss further!
Joce can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, transportation, errands
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Rebecca T.


Portland, ME

$35-50/hr1 yrs exp

Second Career

Hi! My name is Rebecca, I am a retired Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 25 years of experience. In my retirement, I have found a love of the role of companion and support to the older populations and hope to find a family in need of this kind of support! I can help with transportation services, meal preparation, light...
Rebecca can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep
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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, dementia, respite care, light cleaning, errands
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Rebecca R.


Portland, ME

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

I am a culinary expert. Have owned my own cooking school-catering and restaurant business in Portland Mane. In 2008, I began working as a care companion and cooking for seniors. I did Dememtia and Alzheimer's training.
Rebecca can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, hospice services, companionship, light cleaning, errands & more
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Kristin J.


Portland, ME

$25-40/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced Help For Seniors!

My experience with providing in-home care was the 6 years of care I gave to my mom when she lived in an in-law apartment in my home. I was in charge of her medication management, helping with mobility, cleaning, cooking, driving to appointments and errands, going on drives or walks and general companionship. I left my full-time...
Kristin can also help with: Mobility assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, personal care, companionship, errands & more
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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, errands, meal prep, hospice services, home modification, light cleaning & more
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Madeline W.


Portland, ME

$25-40/hr3 yrs exp

A Pair That Cares

Hi, my name is Maddie, I'm 32 and love my job of in home cargiving. I am a current nursing student at Southern Maine Community College, and I am also a certified personal support specialist through the state of Maine. I worked for an agency before working privately. I can provide companionship, medication reminders,...
Madeline can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, respite care, dementia, transportation & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Alex C.


Portland, ME

$25-35/hr4 yrs exp

Part-time Senior Care Provider

Hi! I am a reliable, patient, and empathetic person who has approximately four years of working with seniors. I graduated from the University of Vermont in 2020 where I majored in Human Development and Family Studies. Throughout college I volunteered at a nursing home where I ran Friday afternoon bingo, played card games with...
Alex can also help with: Companionship, specialized care, personal care, mobility assistance, dementia
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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: Hospice services, dementia, errands, light cleaning, respite care, meal prep & 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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Lisa F.


Scarborough, ME

$20-28/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver For All Ages

I have experience in nursing home care as CNA and LPN. I also have recent experience as senior in home and facility companion/caregiver. I have training and experience with general geriatrics, hospice care and dementia. I have an AA in Early Childhood Education and BS Applied Science. I am always eager to learn.
Lisa can also help with: Visiting nurse, dementia, personal care, respite care, hospice services
5.0
"Warm. Conscientious. Professional. Hardworking. These are just a few words that describe Lisa. It has been a relief to know that Lisa has been caring for my mother and father for the past several years. Lisa goes above and beyond to be sure that my parents have...

Ann N.

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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: Hospice services, dementia, personal care, light cleaning, meal prep, errands & 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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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, respite care, personal care, errands, meal prep, companionship & 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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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: Personal care, dementia, live-in home care
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Home Health Aide

5.0
"My father had mobility issues and lived in an assisted living facility. He began to require more help than the staff could provide. We hired Jo to come in five mornings a week and help Dad begin his day. Jo came highly recommended and impressed me with her...

Michael C.

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Gentille R.


Westbrook, ME

$20-35/hr6 yrs exp

Part-Time Or Full-Time Caregiver Available

During my junior year of high school I volunteered at various places, including a nursing home for six months. In my second year of college I had a privilege to work for a terminally ill client in her home for 3 months until her last days. I offered companionship and assisted her with daily living activities. Since then, I have...
Gentille can also help with: Dementia, errands, respite care, personal care, light cleaning, meal prep & more
I am a retired RN. At this time in my career, I enjoy caring fully for individuals. I worked in the intensive care unit and anesthesia most of my career. It can be an impersonal experience. My skills include RN skills, rehabilitation, dementia, Wound care, post-hospitalization care, medication administration, vitals,...
Laura can also help with: Errands, home modification, respite care, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

CPR

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Carla L.


South Portland, ME

$25/hr5 yrs exp

Senior Companion/ Helper

Hello! I am an occupational therapist working in a hospital setting looking for additional work as a caregiver around my full time job. I have been an OT for 5 years but before this I worked with an elderly gentleman as his caregiver, and before that in an assisted living facility. I am responsible and kind and would love to...
Skills:

CPR

Wound Care

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Grace G.


Scarborough, ME

$30-45/hr2 yrs exp

Companion & Death Doula

Hello, my name is Grace. I am an experienced companion and death doula. I can meet you where you are, supporting you or your loved one with compassion and care.
Grace can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, respite care, errands

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Recent companion care reviews in Portland, ME

Alexis W.

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 navigate medical issues as they...

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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.

Lisa F.

5.0

Warm. Conscientious. Professional. Hardworking. These are just a few words that describe Lisa. It has been a relief to know that Lisa has been caring for my mother and father for the past several years. Lisa goes above and beyond to be sure that my parents have what they need and she takes the...

- Ann N.

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.

Kim O.

5.0

Excellent communication, reliable and prompt for getting to and from a medical procedure. So pleasant and kind, such a warm personality. Highly recommend.

- Julie H.

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