Find Top Memory and Dementia Care Near Me in Akron, PA
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Dementia care in Akron, PA
I worked on a dementia unit for 4 years, in a home for adults with special needs, and a personal care home.
Alisha can also help with: Hospice services, home modification, personal care, dementia, respite care, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Leanne B.
Lititz, PA
$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Leanne. I am a retired teacher. My adult children graduated from college and now live out of the area, so my husband and I are empty nesters (except for our 2 fur babies/dogs.) Since retiring, I have enjoying caring for seniors and doing housekeeping for busy families. I love to stay active and am a caregiver...
Leanne can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning
I have experience with dementia, diabetes trachea care, and wound care. I have experience with ALS, COPD, and breathing equipment. I have experience with hospice and all end of life care. I have experience with cleaning cooking bathing and running errands. Most importantly, I am a great listener and good companion with a big...
Nicole can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, dementia, errands, meal prep, hospice services & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
Hello! My name is Ashleigh B and I live in Lititz PA. I have been volunteering at multiple nursing homes in the recreational therapy department since I was in middle school, and have worked with a woman with dementia over the summer. I am an Occupational therapy student and am learning to work with the geriatric population! I...
Ashleigh can also help with: Companionship, dementia, personal care, mobility assistance, specialized care
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a mature, professional woman, with 10+ years experience as an Activities Assistant for a local, long established assisted living facility. I am trained and provide memory support activities to dementia residents, as well as a different level activity for independent and personal care residents; references available. I am...
Sally can also help with: Dementia
5.0
"Sally provided a very caring atmosphere for my Mother, patient with her, and showed her respect and love. We couldn't asked for a better care giver for our mother, she is very kind."
Donna K.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am seeking to provide care and companionship for you or your loved one. I am kind, patient, and enthusiastic. I will be happy to keep you company, share your interests and look after your well-being.
Services include transportation to medical appointments, shopping, salon/barber, library, and a visit with friends or family if...
Kathleen can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, mobility assistance, dementia, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I have known Kathleen for over 30 years. It takes a very special person to be a caregiver. The attention she gives to those she works with is unmatched. Kathleen will provide exceptional care to you or your loved one.
Some of Kathleen's traits include patience,...
Babs S.
4.8
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'd be honored to help care for your loved one. I've worked with seniors for 20 yrs and dementia specifically the last 15 years. No day is the same and a sense of humor is so very important! Let me help you along the journey, and I look forward to hearing from you!
Heather can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
4.0
"Heather provided care for me in my home for about a year and a 1/2. I am a 50 year old female with progressive multiple sclerosis. Her services included transfers manually to and from commode, bed, shower, and wheelchair, personal hygiene, laundry, meal...
Kari W.
Kayla S.
Lititz, PA
$19-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
I have been working with seniors since 2020. I started as an activity aide and now I am an activity specialist on a dementia unit. I enjoy what I do, but I am looking for a change of pace.
I started caring for seniors in 2020. I was a nanny for 4 years before that.
In my spare time, I like to spend time with family, read,...
Kayla can also help with: Light cleaning, home modification, meal prep, respite care, dementia, errands & more
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am an experienced home health and hospice nurse with CPR and dementia certifications. As a registered nurse I can assist in navigating the medical system. I can schedule, transport, and accompany you or your family member to medical appointments, communicate with the physician or medical provider, and serve as a medical...
Kim can also help with: Visiting nurse, dementia, personal care, respite care, hospice services
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
CPR
5.0
"Kim was an excellent caretaker for my husband. She was kind and gentle and established communication with him. Kim brought much experience and knowledge to Tom's care."
Sandra C.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Sarah :)
I'm a reliable, devoted companion with a great sense of humor and a dedication to meaningful, service-oriented work. I have a wide range of caregiving experience, including dementia care. I feel my greatest strength in this work is my empathy and my ability to meet others exactly where they are.
I have a...
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, dementia, personal care, errands, meal prep & more
5.0
"This was not a work relationship. Sarah was a housemate of mine for over two years. She is an honest, wholesome, down-to earth human being that changed how I see the world for the better. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am taking a new career direction - I began helping seniors in 2020, at the height of the lockdown. Delivering groceries at first, then serving as a night aid to a senior living alone with dementia. I still act as a night aid for 2 seniors, and am really enjoying the work. I help them get around at night, if need be, give...
Cinda can also help with: Personal care
5.0
"Cinda is a kind and compassionate person with a good sense of humor. She is punctual and dependable. She is a good listener, which is important when helping with a person that has dementia. Cinda is creative, observant, and adapts quickly to situations. I...
Cindy L.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Nurse with extensive experience as a caregiver.. I'm Covid vaccinated and booster: Enjoy working with Dementia, , Alzheimer's, Parkinson's stroke rehab. can help with Transportation Services and Respite Care. I'm am dependable, patient, reliable and trustworthy. My duties include personal care, medication, treatments Light...
Paula can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, errands, live-in home care, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
5.0
"Paula was fantastic and will be greatly missed. She was very caring and supportive of my Mom. She was proactive in her care and went out of her way to find ways to bring joy to my mom's life. Paula was proactive, dependable, knowledgeable and compassionate....
Ami J.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 30+ years adult care in an assisted living /hospital setting. I have experience in different medical diagnosis, hospice, dementia, and the developmentally disadvantaged. I can assist with personal care, medication administration and other medical issues as needed along with simple house requests. Companionship always and...
Jennifer can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, meal prep, personal care, light cleaning, errands & more
Charlotte K.
Lancaster, PA
$16-24/hr • 5 yrs exp
I live close to Lancaster and I've had experience in elderly care helping with a stroke patient. A dementia patient. A cancer patient. And also helping with my elderly grandparents till their death in our home. Glad to hear from anyone looking for evening or overnight help.
Charlotte can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, dementia, errands, light cleaning
Hello, I am a 29-year-old mother of one I love to spend time with my son and do family oriented activities. I have 3 years experience babysitting . I am a nursing assistant with over 10 years experience in different settings (long term care, dementia, hospital, psychiatric). I am pretty flexible and willing to negotiate on the...
Celine can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
Hawa K.
Reading, PA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have 10 years plus of experience. I can help with Home Health care and personal care. CPR and first aid trained. I have worked at assistance living facilities and clients homes as private duty. I am fully vaccinated Covid19
Skills:
Transportation Services and experience with Dementia. Good communication skills and good...
Hawa can also help with: Companionship, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, errands, home modification & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"We recently hired Hawa to care for my father who has dementia. She is gentle,
kind, with a laugh that is contagious. My father took to her so quickly and responds to her so well. Brings our family joy. "
Care member
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Home Health Aide dedicated to fostering a nurturing environment for
patient recovery and well-being, with a focus on personalized care and
patient safety
. Proficient in patient advocacy and emotional support,
leveraging strong communication and bilingual skills to enhance patient
interactions and health education. Committed to...
Yelissa can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, home modification, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Amanda L.
Reading, PA
$16-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
Currently working at a independent living home as a personal care assistant. I have experience with elderly care, residents with dementia as well. From bathing to bathroom assistance and feeding along with everyday needs. I am very patient and caring :) I have been with the company for over a year but sadly the long commute is...
Amanda can also help with: Errands, transportation, meal prep, light cleaning
Margaret L.
Reading, PA
$20-30/hr
I have had experience working with the elderly through clinical rotations in school. I also have experience helping care for grandparents with dementia
Margaret can also help with: Meal prep, errands, transportation, light cleaning
Hi my name is Alyse . I am 24 years old. I have experience with dementia care, those with disabilities, etc. If you're would like to learn more about me let me know!
Alyse can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, errands, transportation
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Recent dementia care reviews in Akron, PA
Sally M.
5.0
We hired Sally to help with my elderly mom who has Alzheimer's. She was so caring and kind with her. My mom enjoyed the time and attention Sally gave to her. Sally is very reliable, helpful and dependable. I would not hesitate to hire her again!
- Nikki S.
Kathleen A.
5.0
Kathleen took care of our 98 year old mother for 6 months until sadly, she passed. Kathleen was like a member of our family, very loving, gentle and nurturing. She is a good listener and extremely reliable, patient, and empathic. She created a friendship with our mother and the two of them would...
- Marten K.
Heather O.
5.0
We like to say Heather is a gift to our family. We are so grateful to have her care for our father who has dementia. From the first meeting she has felt like one of the family. My father is my heart and I trust her with him like no other. She is a friend to my mother who she calls another daughter....
- Jennifer C.
Kim H.
5.0
Kim was an angel sent to help us with caring for my bed-ridden mother over the last few months of life.
She is a respectful, extremely knowledgeable, gentle and caring person. She assisted with doctor visits, medicine, meals, bathing, physical therapy and all laundry for mom. She also served as...
- Paulette A.
Sarah H.
5.0
Sarah is exceedingly responsible, professional, reliable and kind. I am a nurse myself and I felt safe & well cared for with Sarah. She is an honest person and I was comfortable having her in my home. She is a rare jewel đź’Ž & I would highly recommend her. You will not regret this choice.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding dementia care near you in Akron, PA
What is the basic concept of dementia care near me in Akron, PA?
Dementia can cause significant physical strain as well as cause the patient to lose some or all of their memory. Some patients may need more physical care or some may need more help due to memory issues. If you’re looking for dementia care near you in Akron, PA, you can review the profiles of different caregivers to see what specific types of dementia care they provide.
How much does dementia care cost near me in Akron, PA?
The cost of dementia care is set by each individual caregiver, so the costs can vary greatly. Where you live, the type of care your family member needs, and how experienced the caregiver is can all impact in home dementia care costs. The average cost of dementia care near you in Akron, PA is $30.00.
How can I find dementia care near me in Akron, PA?
If someone is looking to create a dementia care plan, they can start by using Care.com to learn more about what their dementia home care provider options are. With Care.com you can review different profiles of caregivers near you in Akron, PA to learn more about each provider’s rate and level of experience, as well as the responsibilities they’re willing to take on.
Is it safe to hire dementia care near me in Akron, PA?
Safety is likely top of mind when caring for a loved one with dementia. To help make your search for safe care easier, all dementia care providers on Care.com are asked to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. However, when looking for a dementia care provider near you in Akron, PA, we strongly advise you to do your own due diligence by running an independent background check and requesting references.
What interview questions should I ask when hiring dementia care near me in Akron, PA?
When you’re interviewing a caregiver for in home care for dementia near you in Akron, PA, you can ask them whatever questions you need to feel more comfortable. For example, you may want to ask them about how they best communicate, what their preferred working schedule is, and to tell you more about their experience working as a caregiver for people with dementia.