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I have 25 + years providing home care services to adults and seniors. I have worked with developmentally challenged individuals as well as elderly/dementia. I provide companionship, meal preparation, personal care, transportation, errands and grocery shopping. I am available to do overnights on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays...
Shelly can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, transportation, meal prep, personal care, respite care & more
Jeinnfer S.
Athol, MA
$15-27/hr
I have experience with dementia as my grandmother had it.... I am a natural caregiver who believes everyone should be treated dignity and love. I was a former special ed teacher and currently, I am a stay at home mom and foster parent. I would love to help someone while also helping to contribute financially to my family.
Jeinnfer can also help with: Dementia, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, transportation
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Honest, Dependable, Healthy Work Ethics, Happy, Can provide References, Worked as a private duty aid, to Nursing Home environment. As well as home care to Rehab units to long term, to Dementia care, to Companionship assistance.
Debra can also help with: Companionship, dementia, mobility assistance, errands, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Home Health Aide
Hello :) My name is Michelle and I am a CNA / CHHA with over 10+ years experience. I am a kind and patient young woman who enjoys working with and caring for seniors. I would be glad to help out you or your loved one if you are in need of a care giver. I have experience working with seniors with Alzheimer's and dementia. I am a...
Michelle can also help with: Dementia, errands, transportation, light cleaning, meal prep, personal care & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Hello
My name is Dora. I have a wealth of experience taking care elderly
. No level of care is too much for me. I understand how important it is to have exceptional care for your loved ones and I look forward to learning more about your family. I have experience with dementia, Parkinson's, diabetics, and others, send text...
Dora can also help with: Companionship, dementia, live-in home care, errands, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Home Health Aide
Heather O.
Baldwinville, MA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Personal Care Attendant. I Have 20+years Experience With The Elderly And Babies And Children.
I have worked with new born all the way up to the elderly. I have been in this field of work for 30yrs. This is a career that I have chosen because it is something I truly enjoy doing. I am very comfortable using hoyer lifts, electric standers. Have clients from minimal care to hospice. I also have years of experience with...
Heather can also help with: Companionship, dementia, meal prep, errands, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
(2)
38 yrs experience. Many aspects of home care. Personal care, transportation, Dr. appts, errands, shopping, outings, meds ect. I have experience in dementia, strokes, Parkinson's, cancer etc. I presently have full availability. I do charge $25-$35/hr
Dorothy can also help with: Companionship, dementia, meal prep, errands, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
5.0
"Dorothy was dream come true! Dorothy! She was always on time and then gave extra time. She was extremely attentive to my mothers needs. She made sure my mother was properly bathed and clothed every day. She was extremely conscience that my mom did not develop...
Robin W.
Esther L.
Rutland, MA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a caregiver for the passed 15 years. I have worked patients with multiple illnesses. I have experience in dementia care, Parkinsons, hospice and many more.
Esther can also help with: Companionship, dementia, live-in home care, errands, hospice services, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Esther is very reliable, punctual, efficient and hard working. She gets the work done quickly. She does a great job at household tasks and running errands. I would highly recommend Esther."
Lowell M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
HELLO!
Ive been a nursing asst. since 16 years old. Worked in many different settings, roughly 5 years at a nursing home and 6years home care. Ive had my CNA license for many years. I'm CPR certified. Experienced with Hospice, dementia, Alzheimer's, And also patients with MS. I have experience with colostomy bags, catheters...
Hailey can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, personal care
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Hailey has worked for my family six years now. Just last year my mother and father needed more care I made Hailey the lead aid. She took a lot of my shoulders! Taking care of hiring and firing, training and the scheduling of aids! Just a blessing. Would highly...
Julie H.
Ruth B.
Gardner, MA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
My name is Ruth B, I live in Gardner, MA. I'm a caregiver. I have 10 years of experience. I Have a certificate of HHA and CPR. I'm working with elders. I 'm working with elders with the dementia, Alzheimer's dementia , and Parkinson's disease. I assisted them with shower and picked clothes and wear them , as needed . I helped or...
Ruth can also help with: Companionship, dementia, mobility assistance, light cleaning, live-in home care, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Ruth is a very kind person. She is caring for my elderly mom that has dementia and my mom just loves her. I would recommend Ruth to anyone that needs care for their loved one. She is a very patient loving and understanding person. I am very lucky to have found...
Regina B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Ivette, I am originally from Mexico City.
I am a dedicated certified nurse assistant with a proven track record at private care.
I am offering my services assisting with daily living activities such as personal care, meal prep, light cleaning, companion care, groceries/errands etc.
I have my Basic life support...
Ivette can also help with: Companionship, dementia, live-in home care, errands, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Ivette has my highest possible recommendation. She is utterly trustworthy and responsible, competent, caring, dedicated, intelligent, and warm. She developed a close bond with my mother, who had Alzheimer's, despite mom's dementia. Mom would light up with Ivette...
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a lna for 18 years and a Lpn since 2009
I have over 20 years experience with dementia care and I have been doing home care for almost 15 years
Fully vaccinated and boosted
Melissa can also help with: Companionship, dementia, meal prep, errands, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Licensed Nurse
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"We are very happy to have found Melissa who has been an invaluable help to my 92 year old mother for about a year. My mother has great difficulty walking and being able to do much in or out of the house. Melissa is punctual, flexible, easy to talk with, and...
Chris O.
5.0
(14)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I have been working with the elderly since 2005, I did work in an assisted living for 15 years, I am a CNA and also have a HHA and CPR/ first- aid trained . I worked with many families over the years, I have experience taking care of the elderly with Alzheimer's, dementia, handicap, clients who are in hospice, preparing...
Aida can also help with: Companionship, dementia, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Aida is caring, trustworthy, and a team player. She adapts well to changes. She is a pleasure to work with. She is a valuable asset. In this day and age, it is hard to find qualified, caring, and trustworthy caregivers, but Aida is all of those. Thank you Aida for...
Michelle L.
5.0
(2)
I have worked with seniors now for well over 20 years. I have worked as a CNA in a Geriatric Behavioral Health setting at a small community hospital. I have also worked at a VA clinic for behavioral health.
Since the Pandemic I have only worked as a private duty home healthcare provider.
I provide compassion and patience with my...
Cathleen can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, light cleaning
5.0
"Cathleen took great care of my 93 year old mother. She was a great help to us. She helped with everything to care for mom as well as getting her breakfast and lunch along with some laundry and housework. She was like part of the family! "
Ray A.
Angel B.
Fitchburg, MA
$22-50/hr
Hi my name is angel Ive been working as a cna (certified nurse assistant) for almost 2 years now and. Have worked in rehab, long term and dementia patients
Angel can also help with: Dementia, errands, meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
I have had the honor of working with seniors for 23 years as a Memory Care Director, Memory Care Specialist, Recreation Director and Dementia Trainer for caregivers working in Assisted Living. My love for seniors began in childhood as my grandfather was my hero. Our special relationship led me to spend most of my career caring...
Audrey can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, transportation
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Lee K.
Fitchburg, MA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been working in the caregiver field for over 10 years. I have experience with dementia patients as well as autism.
I do showers, meal prep, companionship, laundry... basically what is most needed.
I took care of an elderly man who had Dementia and Tourettes. He was like a grandfather to me. We visited diners, beaches,...
Lee can also help with: Companionship, errands, meal prep, personal care, respite care
I have extensive experience in home health care. I have dementia training, blood borne pathogen's training, phlebotomy training & osha trainings. I've worked with COPD, CHF, Handicap, Alzheimer's, Hospice & Dementia Clients since 2015 providing a range of services in home care.
I have experience with transportation for...
Johanna can also help with: Dementia, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, transportation
Skills:
Home Health Aide
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, adaptable, and hard working
My mom is a nurse, and had always brought us into nursing homes to mingle with residents. From then on I knew this was field I was meant to be in and have stayed in for over 20 years
I'm looking for a job that can be short or long term. with this type care...
Courtney can also help with: Companionship, dementia, meal prep, errands, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Rebecca M.
Fitchburg, MA
$15-28/hr
Hello! I am patient and understanding. I have cared for my memiere - that's grandma in French. She has dementia, therefore I understand how difficult it can be. I learned how to help my memiere with these types of issues.
I have worked with individuals who have mental illness, children, and animals.
I am willing to do many...
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Recent dementia care reviews in Athol, MA
Dorothy H.
5.0
Dorothy was dream come true! Dorothy! She was always on time and then gave extra time. She was extremely attentive to my mothers needs. She made sure my mother was properly bathed and clothed every day. She was extremely conscience that my mom did not develop any skin break down.
She is...
- Robin W.
Esther L.
5.0
Esther is very reliable, punctual, efficient and hard working. She gets the work done quickly. She does a great job at household tasks and running errands. I would highly recommend Esther.
- Lowell M.
Hailey R.
5.0
Hailey has worked for my family six years now. Just last year my mother and father needed more care I made Hailey the lead aid. She took a lot of my shoulders! Taking care of hiring and firing, training and the scheduling of aids! Just a blessing. Would highly recommend.
- Julie H.
Ruth B.
5.0
Ruth is a very kind person. She is caring for my elderly mom that has dementia and my mom just loves her. I would recommend Ruth to anyone that needs care for their loved one. She is a very patient loving and understanding person. I am very lucky to have found Ruth. She's very reliable always on...
- Regina B.
Ivette M.
5.0
Ivette has my highest possible recommendation. She is utterly trustworthy and responsible, competent, caring, dedicated, intelligent, and warm. She developed a close bond with my mother, who had Alzheimer's, despite mom's dementia. Mom would light up with Ivette was there. Ivette was able to get her...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding dementia care near you in Athol, MA
What is the basic concept of dementia care near me in Athol, MA?
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 Athol, MA, 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 Athol, MA?
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 Athol, MA is $17.50.
How can I find dementia care near me in Athol, MA?
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 Athol, MA 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 Athol, MA?
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 Athol, MA, 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 Athol, MA?
When you’re interviewing a caregiver for in home care for dementia near you in Athol, MA, 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.