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Companion care in Saco, ME

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Grace G.


Scarborough, ME

$28-40/hr1 yrs exp

Compassionate, Gentle Companion

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From years volunteering my time to individuals with dementia to taking care of my own family members with health ailments, I have found a passion in helping others. Being a companion and a caregiver comes with an array of responsibilities but the most important ones are compassion, patience, and kindness. I love helping the...
Grace can also help with: Companionship, dementia, personal care, errands, light cleaning, meal prep & more
My previous employment was working with seniors in the capacity of a Registered Nurse. I enjoy working with seniors and have experience with working with individuals with Alzheimer and Dementia. I am happy to meet companionship needs as well. I understand the various needs of seniors from housework, doctor appointments, running...
Erin can also help with: Companionship, dementia, personal care, light cleaning, live-in home care, meal prep & more

Janice H.


Old Orchard Beach, ME

$20-30/hr3 yrs exp

Caregiver Seeks Work

I have worked as a CNA and a PSS providing assistance and companionship to seniors in their homes. I enjoy this population and find this work very rewarding. I am currently retired but still very active and want to continue contributing by doing meaningful work.
Janice can also help with: Companionship, errands, transportation, light cleaning, meal prep, personal care & more
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Home Health Aide

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Kim O.


Westbrook, ME

$30/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

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: Companionship, dementia, respite care, errands, meal prep, personal care & more
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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: Dementia, live-in home care, personal 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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Shannon S.


Sanford, ME

$24/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time PSS Available For Meal Prep, Personal Care, Transportation, Housecleaning, &companionship

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 16yrs experience at taking care of your loved ones. I have experience with transfers, some wound care, dementia, I also have some experience with colostomy bags, and catheder bags, and some hospice experience. I also do light housekeeping, Dr's appt, grocery shopping, help with exercise and I also love to play games and...
Shannon can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, personal care
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Home Health Aide

5.0
"She's friendly, punctual, reliable, hard worker and a people person. Has years of experience in both house cleaning and senior care. Puts her heart and soul in everything she does."

Tammie G.

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Lisa D.


Westbrook, ME

$25-30/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: Dementia, errands, personal care, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep & more
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Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

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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Jewel P.


Falmouth, ME

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Personal Care Giver Provides Companionship, Meal Prep, Transportation, Personal Care, Housekeeping,

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I was introduced to this profession through my mother. She was a CNA. I started working along side her and was able to get hands on training. It came very natural to me and I loved it. I currently have 20 plus years experience. I have built many special realtionships. My goal is to provide care to help the elderly maintain...
Jewel can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, personal care
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Wound Care

5.0
"Jewel is an incredible caregiver. She worked for my father as a personal caregiver in 2019-2020. He was struggling with multiple medical issues and dementia. Jewel was like a gift for our family during a time we needed her most. She did overnights and day shifts in...

Julia R.

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Alexis W.


Portland, ME

$30-45/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver With OT Degree

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: Companionship, dementia, meal prep, errands, home modification, hospice services & more
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CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

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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Kira L.


South Portland, ME

$25-40/hr6 yrs exp

3.8

(5)

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

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"I am an older man living alone and suffered an injury which required me to stay off my feet for several months. I hired Kira to provide assistance during that period. She was fantastic, genuinely cared about helping me heal, assisted me with everything I needed and...

Care member

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Kathleen S.


North Waterboro, ME

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hello, My name is Kathleen. I have worked both for nursing facilities and in private settings. I am very comfortable working for families who strive to keep their loved ones at home verses the alternative. I can do errands, shopping, companionship, I love to walk with and read with people. I am comfortable with and love dogs...
Kathleen can also help with: Dementia, personal care
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Kathleen is a caring and loving person. She always puts the wants and needs of her patients first. She's everything you would ever want and more for your loved one."

Peg L.

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Joce L.


Portland, ME

$16-50/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: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, transportation
I have been taking care of a woman with dementia for the last 9 months and thoroughly enjoy spending time and making sure she is well taken care of in my care. Unfortunately she is going into a home and I would love to give my attention to someone else who needs a companion to care for them.
Ronni can also help with: Companionship, dementia, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, live-in home care & 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: Dementia, errands, transportation, light cleaning, meal prep, respite care & 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, dementia, mobility assistance, personal care, specialized care
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Sara B.


Portland, ME

$16/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: Dementia, respite care
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Susan D.


Falmouth, ME

$30/hr4 yrs exp

Compassionate Senior Care.

Companion Care, including light household tasks, meal preparation, and supervision of exercises. References available . I am good at organization and very compassionate. I have had four years in companion care and 40 years experience as a Massage Therapist.
Susan can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, transportation
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CPR

Hello! I'm Emily a dedicated professional with a passion for enhancing the quality of life for seniors. I specialize in providing compassionate support that promotes dignity and independence. Throughout my career, I've had the privilege of working with diverse populations, tailoring my approach to meet individual needs. Whether...
Emily can also help with: Dementia, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, transportation
I am a compassionate and reliable caregiver providing assistance to individuals. My experience includes; Bathing, dressing, grooming. Medication Management: Reminding individuals to take prescribed medications and ensuring proper dosages. Mobility Support: Assisting with walking, and physical therapy exercises. Companionship:...
Vanessa can also help with: Dementia, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, transportation
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Scarlett W.


Portland, ME

$8-23/hr3 yrs exp

Compassionate And Experienced Caregiver

Hi, I'm Scarlett, an experienced caregiver with a background in senior care, including working with families in Asheville, NC, and assisting individuals in hoarding situations in NYC. I take a patient, compassionate approach, ensuring those in my care feel safe, respected, and supported. I have experience with daily activities,...
Scarlett can also help with: Errands, home modification, transportation, light cleaning, meal prep, mobility assistance & more

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Recent companion care reviews in Saco, ME

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.

Lai Jan W.

5.0

Jo is so respectful and hard working. We feel lucky to have found her. She is consistent in delivering a high work ethic and compassionate patient care. Any home would benefit from her caring nature.

- Colleen M.

Shannon S.

5.0

She's friendly, punctual, reliable, hard worker and a people person. Has years of experience in both house cleaning and senior care. Puts her heart and soul in everything she does.

- Tammie G.

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.

Jewel P.

5.0

Jewel has extensive experience in care-giving and end of life situations. She is an exceptional listener, offering tempered and insightful feedback and support. We are confident that any family that is fortunate enough to have Jewel help them with care-giving will be much the better for it. We...

- Paul D.

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