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Companion care in Saint James, NY

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Gertrude S.


Saint James, NY

$25/hr2 yrs exp

Helping An Individual That Is In The Need For Someone To Make Sure Their Needs Are Meet.

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My skills include : caring for the individual by bathing and feeding. Being a companion having a good time and some laughs Make sure that they are safe within their environment I'd describe my personality as Caring Honest Responsible I like caring for seniors because I enjoy meeting people and spending time with them....
Gertrude can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, errands, meal prep
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Chynel W.


Coram, NY

$18-33/hr10 yrs exp

Made For This

5.0

(2)

I'm 44yr old widow no children I have worked as a nurses aide for some years and recently in the last 17 years I have worked with adults with special needs and adults with schizophrenia/bipolar disorders, Good companion.
Chynel can also help with: Personal care, dementia, light cleaning
Skills:

Wound Care

CNA

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"I like how sweet she was and well spoken.very experienced with my needs as well.she was very caring to me "

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Joann A.


Commack, NY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver Companion

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am an adult who has 20 years experience with dementia Alzheimer's patients . I've been doing this privately for seniors advocating I have numerous references at any time you can speak to anyone who I I have worked for . I feel this is my calling I like to work with seniors I think they have a lot to give and I am honest...
Joann can also help with: Hospice services, respite care, visiting physician, dementia, personal care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Joann is a wonderful caretaker with a lot of experience! She has been caring for my parents, who are in their 90s, and we are all extremely happy with her! Joann works very hard and does a super job overseeing all of the PT exercises my father has to do for a...

Lynn G.

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Nicole G.


Selden, NY

$20-30/hr3 yrs exp

Senior Companion Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Nicole. I am 38 years old. I have my Bachelor's Degree in Social Work. I worked in the field for 11 years. I transitioned over to senior care three years ago and have cared for two women full time. I am currently caring for one senior male part time. I also previously worked at Gurwin's Assisted Living Facility as...
Nicole can also help with: Respite care, companionship, specialized care, personal care
5.0
"I found it hard to be a daughter to my mother because she has advanced dementia and I have become her caregiver. I was more like a parent at this stage but this all changed when Nicole came into our lives. I absolutely love Nicole! Nicole has taken over a large...

Maria F.

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Juliana M.


Hauppauge, NY

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

Hauppague NY

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am a kind, compassionate mature woman, Seeking full or part time aide/companion position since retiring as a professional equestrian and instructor. I am CPR certified. I've cared for seniors with a multitude of illness' both physical and neurological ( i. e., dementia, multiple sclerosis, joint replacement etc....
Juliana can also help with: Personal care, dementia
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Julie was really great but unfortunately my Hours had to change and Julie already made arrangements to work the hours that I needed she is very punctual very thoughtful very nice and very dependable and she can be trusted"

William H.

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Natalie S.


Central Islip, NY

$30/hr3 yrs exp

Your Love Ones Care First

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

HELLO and THANK YOU for clicking on my profile. My name is Natalie I've been a caretaker for over 17yrs I also have CNA background. Ive worked in private homes for most of my career but have worked in assisted living facilities as well . I am a happy, outgoing, patient, loving, caring, very compassionate person . Looking to help...
Natalie can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, dementia, personal care & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"During the time Natalie was with us she took excellent care of my father. My father has limited mobility due to a stroke. Natalie was in charge of getting him out of bed in the morning, cleaned up and dressed for the day. She assisted him with ADLs including...

Jen M.

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Angelina G.


Kings Park, NY

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Companion, Senior Care

my desire is serve others, seniors often are more vulnerable too be forgotten, make life a little easy, helping with the daylight chorus, sharing stories, listening, and must important make them feel they are important.
Angelina can also help with: Visiting physician, dementia, personal care
5.0
"TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN In the many weeks and months preceding the passing of my brother, Angelina provided many hours of excellent healthcare services in his home and during hospital visits when the occasion demanded. She is very thorough, even loving in her...

Richard K.

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Myra M.


East Setauket, NY

$25-35/hr7 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver/Companion

3.0

(2)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a mature and educated woman with an aptitude for working with the elderly and disabled, a role in which my parents were a strong influence. I have worked with individuals impaired as the result of a stroke, dementia or as severe as ALS in the privacy of their own homes as well as skilled nursing facility and hospice. I have...
Myra can also help with: Transportation, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, personal care
Skills:

CPR

3.0
"Incorrectly shows Myra was hired. She was interviewed"

Catherine L.

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Alyssa L.


Smithtown, NY

$20-30/hr8 yrs exp

Home Health Aide/ Companion

I am a New York State certified nursing assistant. I have always had a strong connection with senior citizens due to my Grandmother being a strong influence and role model in my life. I feel that seniors are more enjoyable to be around and I sincerely love working with them. I'm very comfortable working with seniors and I have 8...
Alyssa can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, personal care
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Alyssa is in my college class and she works harder than ever. I have seen her work ethic in the classroom at Molloy College and she is always at the top of her class. Her passion for the elderly shines through like no other! Please hire Alyssa because she is hard...

Alba T.

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Josefina A.


Farmingville, NY

$25-50/hr15 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as patient, compassionate, outgoing I like caring for seniors because I've always had a passion for making others feel comfortable. I'm looking for a job that allows me to be myself with minimal flexibility. In my spare time, I like to do Zumba, lift weights, and read spiritual books. One thing...
Josefina can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, errands, companionship, dementia, live-in home care & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Home Health Aide

Wound Care

5.0
"Josefina is a very lovely and compassionate woman. She is extremely responsible and treated my grandfather as if he were hers. I very much recommend Josefina she is wonderful."

Gab R.

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Michael H.


East Northport, NY

$21-25/hr4 yrs exp

Mr. Friendly

2007 to 2012: I took care of my mother-in-law who lived with us in her old ages; she had dementia and several health complications. 2018 to 2020: I watched a lovely husband and wife. He was in his mid 90's, and she was in her late 80's with dementia. I would dress them, take care of their medications, and prepare three meals a...
Michael can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, personal care, live-in home care
5.0
"Michael was the primary caretaker of my father and step mother, My Dad passed Nov 2019 and he stayed on and took care of my step mom until her situation needed to be changed. He treated them like they were his family. My father had a skin cancer behind is ear,...

Michele L.

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Crescenza C.


Kings Park, NY

$28-30/hr5 yrs exp

Senior Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a compassionate mom of 2 girls and grandmother of 3. I have been caring for the elderly for the last 5 years and it is very rewarding. The elderly Long for care, love, compassion and companionship and I enjoy giving that. No greater compliment in the world when after watching someone for so long, they consider you family...
Crescenza can also help with: Companionship, transportation, light cleaning, meal prep, errands
5.0
"One of the sweetest and caring people I have spoken with on here. I would have hired her if our schedules worked out."

Lee G.

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Jeanine D.


Coram, NY

$25/hr4 yrs exp

Available For Part-Time And Full-Time Respite Care, Housekeeping, And Meal Preparation (Available For Part-Time And Full-Time Childcare, Too)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am seeking a senior care-giving position. I've had the pleasure of care-giving for the elderly for five years or more with several different families. I am trustworthy, honest and very caring. I would provide medication reminders, run errands, do light housekeeping, be a helping hand to the family, and overall, provide...
Jeanine can also help with: Errands, respite care, dementia, light cleaning, transportation, meal prep & more
5.0
"We loved Jeanine for the way she took care of my senior mother who is now in a nursing home. She is extremely reliable and dependable and always on time and never missed a shift She knew many different ways of helping people with dementia and ways around in...

Steve Y.

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Sharon V.


Port Jefferson Station, NY

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care/Companion Care

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am an LPN available for private duty Senior Care. I have over 35 years experience in the healthcare industry. I will treat your elderly family member like my own family. I am interested in helping families have piece of mind when it comes to their loved ones. I am available for home care, private hospital care, or private...
Sharon can also help with: Companionship, dementia, personal care, light cleaning
Skills:

Licensed Nurse

5.0
"Sharon was excellent. Always on time, extremely helpful and extremely nice. I couldn't have asked for anybody better to help out when I needed it. I would hire her again in a minute if needed."

Mitch S.

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Dina S.


Commack, NY

$20-25/hr1 yrs exp

SENIOR CARE COMPANION

Seeking a part time job being a senior care companion. I'm an educated, caring, and patient person who is able to assist with daily living activities and household tasks. I can keep a tidy house, run errands, and enjoy cooking. I love to be interactive and have a positive outlook on life. I can assist with gentle activities such...
Dina can also help with: Personal care, home modification
5.0
"Dina was very caring and helpful with my mom. She was always willing to lend a hand with cleaning and cooking.She did my Mom's grocery shopping and keep her company. My Mom was always happy when Dina was around."

Jermone A.

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Krystal R.


Ronkonkoma, NY

$25/hr1 yrs exp

Fun Loving Companion

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have helped with my father who has suffered from a stroke, cancer, and open heart surgeries for over 15 years. I've also helped with family friends who have had medical issues and needed home care as well as worked as a companion with an elderly man. I can cook and keep things tidy. I am fun loving, extremely compassionate and...
Krystal can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care
5.0
"She is absolutely a great caretaker and did an amazing job taking care of my dad! "

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Kathy V.


Smithtown, NY

$32/hr7 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Companion

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a nurturing/empathetic person who would be an asset to a senior needing transportation to medical appointments, food shopping, general errands, church visits, etc.. I can also help with light house work and provide good company. Certified Home Health Aide Certification with perfect score. CPR/First Aide Certified....
Kathy can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, companionship, dementia, meal prep, hospice services & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Kathy is one of the most honest, warm, thoughtful, caring and conscientious people anyone could want to have to take care of their loved ones"

David R.

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Patricia G.


Lake Grove, NY

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

I have been a companion for a woman with Alzheimer for the last three years. I give her medication and reminders as well, I make sure that she has lunch and /or dinner with her insuring she has meals and insuring that she is in a safe environment along with her personal safety at all times. We go out to which I provide...
5.0
"Patricia is super nice, and kept my dad active, she took him out often rather than sitting around."

Susan K.

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Dawn B.


Bohemia, NY

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Need Help With A Loved One During This Crisis? I'm Healthy & Not Been Exposed To The Virus.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Having worked in both nursing homes and in home care, I have a great deal of experience with the elderly population. Specialize in helping individuals maintain independence as much as possible while providing necessary assistance. I have experience with dementia/Alzheimer's patients from my career in nursing homes as a...
Dawn can also help with: Dementia, transportation, meal prep, light cleaning, personal care, errands & more
5.0
"Dawn gives me peace of mind when she cares for my mother when I'm at work. She takes her to appointments, does some light house keeping and plays games with her. She's plays music and shows on TV that my mother loves. Dawn Is great at knowing what will make my...

Pat P.

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Raymond C.


Selden, NY

$20-50/hr1 yrs exp

Personal Assistance

Hello, 55yr old, reliable, trustworthy, experienced man with one year experience. Willing to help with transportation, companionship, errands, light housekeeping, meal preparation, available weekday evenings after 5:30, some availability on on weekends as well.
Raymond can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, errands

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Recent companion care reviews in Saint James, NY

Chynel W.

5.0

I like how sweet she was and well spoken.very experienced with my needs as well.she was very caring to me

- Care member

Joann A.

5.0

We were lucky to have met Joann when my parents were in need of some help. She was exactly what we were looking for. We needed someone who would listen to their needs, be flexible, dependable and caring - Joann was all of those things and more! We instantly felt comfortable with her and found her to...

- Ilene M.

Nicole G.

5.0

I found it hard to be a daughter to my mother because she has advanced dementia and I have become her caregiver. I was more like a parent at this stage but this all changed when Nicole came into our lives. I absolutely love Nicole! Nicole has taken over a large part of the caregiver role allowing me...

- Maria F.

Juliana M.

5.0

Juliana is an absolute gem! She has worked with our family since July 2020 as a caregiver and companion for my father-in-law. He has lived with us for over three years and has later stages of dementia. She has been a trusted asset to our family and is now considered family! My husband & I have kids...

- Carrie M.

Natalie S.

5.0

During the time Natalie was with us she took excellent care of my father. My father has limited mobility due to a stroke. Natalie was in charge of getting him out of bed in the morning, cleaned up and dressed for the day. She assisted him with ADLs including showering and toileting. She also made...

- Jen M.

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