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Candice H.


Albany, NY

$20-50/hr15 yrs exp

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I'd describe my personality as engaging, thoughtful, and honest. I like caring for seniors because, they are appreciative, full of knowledge, and good companions. I'm looking for a job that can really utilize my skills, experiences, and knowledge to best assist a loved one. I started caring for seniors over 15yrs ago. In my...
Candice can also help with: Errands, hospice services, companionship, dementia, light cleaning, live-in home care & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

CPR

I'd describe my personality as empathetic, reliable and compassionate. I like caring for seniors because it allows me to make a meaningful difference in their lives by offering companionship and support during a time when they may feel most vulnerable. Being a part of their journey gives me a deep sense of fulfillment, knowing...
Christine can also help with: Personal care, dementia, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Nastassia R.


Albany, NY

$25/hr7 yrs exp

I Have A Lot Of Experience Including Working With Quadriplegics, Tbi Cases, And Alzheimer's.

I'd describe my personality as friendly, optimistic, dependable I like caring for seniors because it fulfills my heart. I genuinely care to help others quality of life. I like caring for seniors because everyone deserves help from others and to be taken care of well. I'm looking for a job that appreciates my efforts. A job...
Nastassia can also help with: Home modification, errands, light cleaning, dementia, respite care, meal prep & more
Hi! I'm Jenna, a grad student with personal experience in caregiving. Having a family member with dementia has given me a deep understanding of the patience, empathy and attentiveness needed to provide quality care. I am responsible and passionate about supporting individuals with their daily needs while ensuring their comfort...
Jenna can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

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Evette M.


Albany, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hello my name is Evette M, I am a certified nursing assistant with experience since 1999. I also hold a PCA certificate as well, I'm looking for work to help take care of the Elderly in their home, with so much companionship and support. I consider my self , independent, on time, team player, caring and loving with a good heart...
Evette can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care, errands, meal prep, companionship, mobility assistance & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

Wound Care

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Taylor M.


Watervliet, NY

$16-20/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Taylor and I work full-time in the health policy field, but am looking to get back into hands-on work. I worked for a year as a resident assistant in a Memory Care Unit in an assisted living facility for those with Alzheimer's disease. I have experience taking care of older adults (with and without...
Taylor can also help with: Dementia, respite care, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, transportation & more
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Niatte N.


Albany, NY

$16-25/hr10 yrs exp

Energetic Healthcare professional dedicated to providing top-quality, patient- centered care. Highly skilled in addressing acute and chronic conditions. Resourceful navigation of complex healthcare environments to optimize patient care. Certified Nursing Assistant , Home Health Aide with experience serving chronically ill...
Niatte can also help with: Mobility assistance, meal prep, errands, home modification, live-in home care, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

Medical Equipment Experience

Home Health Aide

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Jessi D.


Wynantskill, NY

$20-24/hr2 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Jessi and I'm 25 years old and looking to make a difference in my community. I am a compassionate and dedicated caregiver with a strong commitment to providing senior citizens with the care and attention they deserve. With experience in assisting with daily living activities, offering companionship, and...
Jessi can also help with: Respite care, light cleaning, dementia, transportation, errands, meal prep & more
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, errands, meal prep

Jennifer S.


Albany, NY

$20-35/hr2 yrs exp

Companion Care

I have 2 years of experience with Senior Care including patients with Dementia. I can help with Transportation Services and Home Care.
Jennifer can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, dementia, personal care

Chriss Q.


Albany, NY

$16-20/hr10 yrs exp

Companion

Meal prep, light housekeeping, and conversation. I worked as a CNA in nursing home many years ago.
Chriss can also help with: Light cleaning

Susan P.


Albany, NY

$18-20/hr1 yrs exp

Compassionate, Experienced Personal Care Assistant

I was a practicing dental hygienist for years - a profession requiring close physical contact and the establishment of trust with people from all demographics, presenting with a wide variety of medical, social, and psychological challenges. This experience has provided me with a firm foundation for caregiving work. I am a...
Susan can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands
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Aida B.


Schenectady, NY

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Hard Working Personal Care Aide

5.0

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Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Home Care services. Duties included assisting with (ADL) including personal care, hygiene, baths back rubs, shampoo, skin and nail care, dressing, exercises, ambulation and changing / making bed, meal prep, light housekeeping, med reminders, incontinence...
Aida can also help with: Errands, companionship, light cleaning, home modification, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:

CPR

Wound Care

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Aida cared for our 100 year old mother during both day and night shifts, during her last 6 weeks before she passed. She is very attentive, compassionate and professional. She is very hardworking and was always looking for additional things she could do to help...

Mary B.

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Kathleen E.


Clifton Park, NY

$28-30/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care Caregiver (HHA)

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hi. My name is Kathleen E. I have been caring for Seniors with Dementia for over 30 yrs., including my own Parents and my Maternal Grandmother. I started out as a CNA working in skilled nursing facilities, retirement communities and caring for Seniors in their own individual homes. After I got married, I took a break from my...
Kathleen can also help with: Light cleaning, mobility assistance, dementia, errands, meal prep, companionship & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"When my mother was living on her own at Coburg Village I hired Kat to come in a few days a week to make her breakfast and ensure that she took her medication. Kat is compassionate by nature and always positive about things. Caring for the elderly is obviously her...

Hilary B.

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Jennifer K.


Ravena, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Senior/Respite Care

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have 10 plus years experience caring for seniors. Companion care, running errands, or more hands on care I have Alzheimer's, and dementia experience, Hospice Care . I can sit and care for your loved ones while you are at work or if you just need to take a break and get out of the house for the day. If your loved ones need more...
Jennifer can also help with: Dementia, companionship, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep, errands & more
5.0
"Jennifer is a true gem. She is punctual, reliable, and a woman of heart. Jennifer worked with our family for approximately six months. During that time she provided excellent and thoughtful care and companionship. She communicates clearly and responds in a timely...

Virginia L.

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Sara G.


Waterford, NY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have worked with the elderly for 30 years. I love what I do. I can provide exceptional care for you or your love one deserves. Companionship, meal prep, administering medication, grocery shopping,, light housekeeping. Help with daily activities . Toileting , feeding , showering and dressing. Excellent reference. Dependable...
Sara can also help with: Visiting physician, live-in home care, respite care, home modification, dementia, personal care & more
Skills:

CNA

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Sara is a gift. She likes what she does and is compassionate and caring. She is also very available to work, basically, whenever. My mom really liked her a lot."

Christine K.

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Zenon W.


Valatie, NY

$25-30/hr5 yrs exp

Care Taker/handyman/companion

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have had over five years experience where I assisted elderly man with duties included cleaning, cooking, shopping, transporting, administered medications and other duties. Im reliable and dependable worker. Very open minded , easy going , good sense of humor Enjoy outdoor activities and small and big travels Prefer healthy...
Zenon can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, live-in home care, mobility assistance, personal care & more
5.0
"ZW had served as primary caregiver for my father from January 2021 to October 2021. Without fail,Zenon had performed his duties with compassion and professionalism and my father had greatly benefited from his care. Zenon is always punctual and...

Jagoda K.

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Jessica C.


Schenectady, NY

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Companion

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: Hospice services, companionship, 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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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: Dementia, transportation, companionship, errands
5.0
"Wendy came into our lives after in June 2018. The loss of my grandmother had left my mom in a situation of being alone for the first time in over 30 years. Wendy has been a true gift. She is a caring, compassionate caretaker and a wonderful companion for my mom...

Gabriella G.

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Destiney F.


Cropseyville, NY

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Home Health Care Aid

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have over 5 years of experience of being a home health care aid. I am a certified PCA through new York state, I got my PCA certificate in February 2024. I can help with Transportation Services, Home Care, companionship, meal prep\cooking, cleaning and more! I do have training in hoyer lifts, slide boards/transfer boards,...
Destiney can also help with: Mobility assistance, dementia, companionship, errands, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Destiney is one of the best caregivers we have had in the home. She is so well rounded between caregiving, companionship, helping around the house and her personality is so joyful to be around. "

Jen F.

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Recent companion care reviews in Rensselaer, NY

Aida B.

5.0

Aida cared for our 100 year old mother during both day and night shifts, during her last 6 weeks before she passed. She is very attentive, compassionate and professional. She is very hardworking and was always looking for additional things she could do to help us. Very reliable and always showed...

- Mary B.

Kathleen E.

5.0

When my mother was living on her own at Coburg Village I hired Kat to come in a few days a week to make her breakfast and ensure that she took her medication. Kat is compassionate by nature and always positive about things. Caring for the elderly is obviously her personal calling. It was great for...

- Hilary B.

Jennifer K.

5.0

Jennifer is a capable, dedicated caregiver who truly cares for her client. She went above and beyond the caregiver job description in a difficult assignment to help our mother who has moderate stage Alzheimer's. Jennifer was excellent at navigating the healthcare system - doctor visits, medications,...

- Matthew L.

Sara G.

5.0

Sara is a gift. She likes what she does and is compassionate and caring. She is also very available to work, basically, whenever. My mom really liked her a lot.

- Christine K.

Zenon W.

5.0

ZW had served as primary caregiver for my father from January 2021 to October 2021. Without fail,Zenon had performed his duties with compassion and professionalism and my father had greatly benefited from his care. Zenon is always punctual and conscientious. My dad's limited mobility...

- Jagoda K.

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