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Companion care in West Islip, NY

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Dana R.


West Islip, NY

$17/hr8 yrs exp

Senior Companion And Care

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I have worked in nursing homes back home in New York. I am always eager to learn new skills and enhance my knowledge. I love caring and helping others. I would love to meet you.
Dana can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, dementia, home modification, hospice services & more
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Home Health Aide

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Janine M.


West Islip, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate, Reliable And Loving Caregiver!

Hi! I have been assisting elderly for some time now. My usual duties include cooking, light housekeeping , medication management, driving to appts, laundry, companionship, engaging with games, walks/drives. I have assisted a few in the past and they have since moved into assisted living or nursing or passed. My most recent was...
Janine can also help with: Personal care, dementia, respite care
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Deborah M.


West Islip, NY

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

I went to Wilson Tech for practical nursing in high school, became a practical nurse, helped special needs kids in schools for 15 years, then companion care for seniors, made meals, played cards, told stories, went shopping etc. I had about 10 different families. I love to help make a difference in someone's life. We end up...
Deborah can also help with: Home modification, errands, meal prep, transportation
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Nakeisha R.


Amityville, NY

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Available For Companionship, Housekeeping And Meal Prep

5.0

(4)

"I am modest, but hard working. Someone who thinks positive, who can execute on difficult task. I'm not a individual who needs to be micromanage, rather when given a task. I can figure out the best way's to solve the problem in an autonomous manner. I Have experience patient'swho required special needs, Alzheimer's, glaucoma and...
Nakeisha can also help with: Mobility assistance, dementia, meal prep, companionship, errands, light cleaning & more
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Home Health Aide

5.0
"There aren’t enough words in the English language to describe the level of care Nakeisha provided for my wife. Her professionalism, hard work and caring attitude is unmatched. Nakeisha is as real as they come. She has kindness in her heart that guides her daily....

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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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Maria G.


Huntington Station, NY

$25-41/hr6 yrs exp

Sweet Companion

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi !! My name is Maria, I have been working as a companion for about 10 years now. I am a teacher assistant during the school year and I am a mother of two wonderful children. I am looking for a part time companion job during the week and on weekends , some time when I am off from school I can provide to work more hours ... I am...
5.0
"We couldn't have asked for a better caregiver. Maria is energetic, competent and extremely engaging. My parents absolutely adore her! It gives us such peace of mind."

Barbara M.

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Sherrill H.


Massapequa, NY

$35/hr10 yrs exp

A True Professional Easy Going Person.

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have over 20 years of institutional and home care experience. I truly enjoy my job. It gives me a sense of satisfaction to know I help to make someone's day brighter. I am very dedicated and a true professional. I have a very flexible Schedule. I would be a good addition to any team, I am a true team player. The duties I...
Sherrill can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"I have hired Sheryl twice to take care of my wife on Christmas day. My wife has Alzheimer’s, and Sheryl spent the day attempting to engage my wife and interact with her. She took great care of her and was amazingly caring and loving, considering she had just met...

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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, visiting physician, dementia, personal care, respite care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Joann watched my grandfather who suffers from dementia. My mother and I went away for a couple of days and instantly knew my grandfather was in good hands. She came over to meet with us before she got the job- she spent three hours sitting with us and telling us...

Cailin P.

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Melanie D.


West Babylon, NY

$22/hr4 yrs exp

Certified Home Healthcare

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there!! So here's a little about myself and my experience. I have been a senior care aide for the last 4 years, NY state certified for the last 2 years. . I started at a very young age caring for my grandmother, which led me to where I am today. . I am very dedicated and passionate about my work and helping others. I have had...
Melanie can also help with: Respite care, home modification, mobility assistance, errands, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Shelley G.


Huntington Station, NY

$20-22/hr4 yrs exp

Senior Companion

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with many seniors as well as cared for my mom. I am available to help with transportation, shopping, errands, meal prep and chores. I am friendly, attentive and energetic and would love to help out seniors and be a companion! References upon request.
Shelley can also help with: Errands, transportation, companionship, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Shelley has been working with a dear client of mine for the past few months now. She has been providing her with reliable transportation and loving companionship. She's very patient, honest and dependable. "

Catherine W.

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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: Transportation, errands, personal care, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep & 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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Andrea C.


Lindenhurst, NY

$20-35/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I went to school for medical assistance and graduated . I take care of people all ages. I can help w meals light house cleaning companionship and able to give medications . I am 49 yrs old I am very patient kind compassionate and loving . I follow the Torah and put God 1st in my life. Trustworthy
5.0
"Andrea is a good communicator and kind and helpful with mom"

Christine Z.

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Nevilla P.


North Babylon, NY

$18-35/hr2 yrs exp

Direct Support Professional

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Compassionate, long time child/adult care provider with more than 2 years of experience. My experience is both in home and group home settings. In addition to child care, I have worked primarily as a Direct support professional providing care and companionship to developmentally and/or physically disabled people in their day to...
Nevilla can also help with: Visiting physician, personal care
5.0
"A great cook, hard worker and a very nice person."

Tracy W.

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Dajeka M.


Bay Shore, NY

$18/hr2 yrs exp

Compassionate Nursing Student And Trained CNA With Clinical Experience

3.7

(3)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm Dajeka, a compassionate caregiver with clinical experience in Alzheimer's care and a trained CNA. I'm dedicated to providing exceptional care and companionship to seniors on Long Island. My passion is enriching the lives of the elderly with respect, kindness, and professionalism.
Dajeka can also help with: Errands, dementia, meal prep, personal care
Skills:

CPR

CNA

5.0
"Kind & skilled cna who helped with a variety of tasks our usual home aide wasn't available for."

Lawrence H.

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Anchonette L.


Bay Shore, NY

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

My Name is A. turner Compassionate and dedicated senior care professional with well over 12yrs of experience in providing exceptional care to the elderly individuals utilize my skills... I'd describe my personality helpful friendly & learn new stuff. I like caring for seniors because it's incredibly rewarding because it...
Anchonette can also help with: Live-in home care, errands, light cleaning, dementia, home modification, hospice services & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Diligent Caregiver focused on providing optimal support to my Parent through personalized assistance and care required to manage diverse medical conditions. Proficient in organizing."

Care member

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Ellen D.


Massapequa, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello. My name is Ellen and I am a caregiver residing in Massapequa, New York. I have been working under Care. com for over 10 years. The women whom I have cared for were not only seen as women I worked for, but we (and their families) became close over the years. Work was not seen as work. The assistance and companionship I...
Ellen can also help with: Mobility assistance, dementia, meal prep, companionship, errands, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Ellen shows compassion and patience for those that she is assisting. Your family member would be in great, honest hands"

Care member

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Arlene D.


Lindenhurst, NY

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caring Senior Companion

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Arlene. I have over 25 years of experience as a companion for seniors. I am caring, empathetic, very reliable, and supportive of both the client and the family. I have experience with Dementia, MS and hospice. I have worked with over 15 families. I am a non-smoker and have an excellent driving record. I have a...
Arlene can also help with: Mobility assistance, dementia, meal prep, companionship, errands, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Having a husband with dementia is challenging to say the least! Over the last year or two, whenever I need a break, Arlene stays with him and he loves it! She talks to him, plays cards with him and makes him a snack! Whenever she comes, he has a smile on his face....

Care member

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Cathleen C.


Lindenhurst, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Home Health Aide Companion

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I have been a Home Health Aide/ companion for over 10 years or so now. I love to cook, meal prep, errands, transportation, play games etc. I care for people as if they were my own family and how I'd want them treated. I'm very passionate about senior care, kind, caring, calm and very patient and empathetic. I'm able to provide...
Cathleen can also help with: Transportation, dementia, meal prep, companionship, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"My sister and I have been so grateful for Cathleen's help with our mom. Cathleen has gone above and beyond to help mom by running errands for her before and during the pandemic. She has given us great peace of mind knowing that she too wants to keep mom safe and...

June P.

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Veronica B.


Farmingdale, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Available For Companionship, Personal Care Attendant Full Time

My name is Veronica, I'm a caregiver/companion since October 1998 to present. I have worked with dementia patients, stroke patients, cancer patients and 100yrs. Old patient. I am a Filipino, from the Philippines. I am very honest, trustworthy, compassionate, reliable and very hardworking. I am loving and very caring to all my...
Veronica can also help with: Personal care, dementia, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, live-in home care & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Veronica is a wonderful care giver. She is dependable, trustworthy and always went the extra mile whether it was taking care of my mother to doing light house keeping and much more. My mother loved her time with Veronica and I always felt at ease on the days...

Mindy P.

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Eva F.


West Babylon, NY

$17/hr2 yrs exp

Friendly, Nonsmoker, And Love Seniors

Hi. I have a lot of experience working with people with special needs and seniors. I worked at a Community Center in Manhattan for about 12 years where I interacted with seniors on a daily basis. I worked at the fitness center, in the Membership Office (where I encouraged seniors to stay active),and also worked for the Senior...

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Recent companion care reviews in West Islip, NY

Nakeisha R.

5.0

Nakeisha is a lovely woman. She is very kind and a hard worker. She takes care of my husband who has Parkinson's disease on weekends, and she is wonderful. She is very cooperative and responsible and offers help wherever she can. She keeps the house neat and clean. i highly recommend her.

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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.

Maria G.

5.0

We couldn't have asked for a better caregiver. Maria is energetic, competent and extremely engaging. My parents absolutely adore her! It gives us such peace of mind.

- Barbara M.

Sherrill H.

5.0

I have hired Sheryl twice to take care of my wife on Christmas day. My wife has Alzheimer’s, and Sheryl spent the day attempting to engage my wife and interact with her. She took great care of her and was amazingly caring and loving, considering she had just met her. I have no hesitation whatsoever...

- 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.

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