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Dementia care in Canterbury, CT
Kimberly G.
Canterbury, CT
$22-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
I have years of experience, caring for my two elderly parents. One of which is an amputee in a wheelchair with limited mobility. I am familiar with using a gait belt to assist in safely transferring your loved one. I am also familiar with dementia due to having a parent whom suffered from this disease. I'm able to do light...
Kimberly can also help with: Mobility assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
4.9
(15)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I have over 25 years senior care experience in care-giving. Experience with cooking, errands, grocery shop, light housekeeping, transport to appts, wheelchair transfers, feeding, bathing, medication .
I worked for a woman for 10 summers. I cleaned her house every week, did special projects for her, grocery shopping and appts. I...
Susan can also help with: Errands, companionship, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Home Health Aide
4.0
"Sue is AMAZING, she has helped our family transition my father into long term in home care. She is great energy, has positive attitude and was amazing at stepping up to help making my Dad feel comfortable with the new level of care he needs. We look forward to...
Willey H.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I have an extensive background in caring for the elderly who have various health conditions including dementia/memory care. I have always been a provider of exceptional and compassionate care. I am a nursing assistant and care for those who are sick and in hospice. I have 25+ years of experience working in memory...
Naomie can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, companionship, live-in home care, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
I have over 10 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Home Care. I have worked with disabled, epileptic, cancer, dementia, Alzheimer as well as hospice clients. I am medical and CPR certified. I study the side effects for each medication they are taking, and take detailed notes for their day. I provide...
Tiffanie can also help with: Dementia, errands, personal care, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
CPR
I am a newcomer to elderly care! I have worked with an elderly woman with dementia for about 3 months, and I thoroughly enjoyed working with her! I assisted her with meal/snack preparation, exercise activities if she chose, read to her, and offered her companionship. I am originally an experienced childcare provider and PCA, but...
Ashley can also help with: Meal prep, errands, dementia, transportation, light cleaning, respite care & more
4.9
(7)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Shannon. I live in Willington, Connecticut.
I am a mother of 7 children. (5 adults and two high school seniors)
I enjoy helping others, I am compassionate, dependable and hard working. I have worked as a PCA for many years. I have had dementia and Alzheimer's patients as well as general senior caregiveing. I...
Shannon can also help with: Errands, personal care, light cleaning, transportation, meal prep
5.0
"After spending a few years taking care of my wife who has dementia it really started to take its toll on me. I checked out care.com and was very fortunate to pick out Shannon. She is like an angel sent from Heaven.
She is very kind, considerate and I could not...
Care member
Deirdre A.
Preston, CT
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.7
(14)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I am a experienced home care provider with 25 + years. I specialize in dementia, hospice, ALS, stroke, strengthening, Parkinson's, cancer, and spinal cord injuries. I have experience in all aspects of home care. I train families for easy transitioning with loved ones. I can make a stressful and difficult situation easier on both...
Deirdre can also help with: Mobility assistance, meal prep, dementia, companionship, home modification, hospice services & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"Deirdrea has been exceptionally helpful with caring for my elderly mother who was suffering from dementia. Deirdrea was compassionate and extremely engaged with mothers care, always on time to relieve an earlier shift and greatly appreciated by the entire family....
Howard R.
Luz S.
Coventry, CT
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hi everyone. I been in the care business for over 10 years, I took care of close family members I also had a Day Care business. Have experience with dementia/ Alzheimer patients. Im a responsible, reliable and friendly person. Fully vaccinated and Booster shot last month, (Nov 30/2021). Looking forward to work with you. Have a...
Luz can also help with: Visiting physician, personal care, hospice services, dementia
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I have known Luz since 1993 and I know she is very dependable, but most importantly she cares about people loves children and loves taking take of them too........!, honestly and I can only speak from the time I have known her which is since 1993 and if your...
George H.
Kathy G.
Ledyard, CT
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am reliable, respectful, and enjoy helping people live safely and independently at home.
10+ years of CNA/HHA experience allows me to customize services for all levels of care, including hospice, diabetes, dementia, wound care, or companionship.
Services offered support all ADL'S and IADL'S (bathing, grooming, meal...
Kathy can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services, errands, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Kathy is absolutely incredible. She has really changed our lives while she's been with our family. Kathy has gone above and beyond for us and she is so dependable. Her attention to detail, and the care she has given my grandmother, is outstanding. She always has my...
Jillian O.
3.7
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been a caregiver for 20 years. I have worked in hospitals, retirement homes, and the last 10 years I have been doing private home care. I have 20 years of experience with dementia/Alzheimer's, oncology patients, Parkinson's etc..
Kelly can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, dementia, companionship, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
5.0
"Kelly I feel became part of our family. We hired Kelly to help care for my dad during the nights. She was beyond caring and loving to my father. Kelly was always on time, went above and beyond and we truly just loved having her in our home and part of my...
Deborah B.
5.0
(10)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I am a blessed mother of two grown children and grandma. I have spent my life devoted to being of service to others.
I made the shift to caregiving about 4 years ago after a dear friend was diagnosed with cancer and found it to be very rewarding. I cared for her from treatment to her last day. Most recently cared for a...
Katheryn can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, companionship, errands, mobility assistance & more
5.0
"I have had the pleasure being trained and working with Kathy for over 3 years . We shared the same client and have learned so many different things from one another during that time. Kathy is an excellent caregiver who is very compassionate about what she does. Her...
Carola D.
5.0
(5)
I have been providing assistance to the elderly and their families for several years, after caring for my own mother for several years before her passing. I understand both the needs of the elder as well as the struggles of the family caring for them. My strength for this job lies in my compassion for the elderly. I truly enjoy...
Sandra can also help with: Mobility assistance, errands, personal care, dementia, companionship, meal prep & more
5.0
"She is amazing, was with dad right to the end. You will not find a better human being to care for your loved one."
Gary D.
Seija G.
North Stonington, CT
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Patient, Experienced Caregiver Seeking Kind Elderly Companion;)
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Seija and I'm looking for a kind family in need of companion care for their loved one. I have many years experience offering compassionate care and home health assistance, especially to those suffering from dementia/Alzheimer's. Just a few of the things I have extensive experience with is offering...
Seija can also help with: Respite care, dementia, live-in home care, personal care
5.0
"Seija is a warm, compassionate caregiver. She has a calm, caring demeanor that always made my mom feel safe and well cared for. I would highly recommend Seija."
Margaret W.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have been a certified CNA for over eight years. I have extensive experience in Alzheimer's and Dementia. I am also a former EMT so I am knowledgeable in CPR and first aide care. I have experience in COPD using oxygen therapy, cardiac care, catheter care physical therapy exercises and bathroom and showering. I have also been...
Colleen can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, personal care, live-in home care
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Stop your search. Colleen is the one you want to hire. She is extremely conscientious and caring. She saved my Dad's life several times with her knowledge of physiology and medications. She ALWAYS arrives 15 minutes early and will stay until any emergency is...
Mark H.
Grace A.
Coventry, CT
$22-30/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi, I'm a licensed practical nurse. I have worked with elders with dementia for 5 years. I have been doing side babysitting and dog sitting jobs for many years. New to the area and looking to find nice people within the community to be able to branch out. I look forward to speaking with you and getting to know your family.
Grace can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, respite care
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
I have experience In working with patients who have had dementia, depression and mobile issues. I have helped treat and assist patients as well as my grandparents during their care whether it was morning, evening or overnight. I take a lot of care, attention and patience when it comes to assisting the elderly and I almost always...
Tara can also help with: Live-in home care
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
I worked for many years as an administrative/legal assistant and changed fields, entering into childcare as an in-home nanny; I have also provided senior-care and assisted an elderly gentleman three mornings a week, i. e. transporting to appointments, prepared light meals and provided companionship. I also provided the same...
Joann can also help with: Visiting physician
Jennifer G.
Willimantic, CT
$22-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have worked in nursing home setting as a CNA and also private home settings. I have experience with end of life care, dementia, ADL's, bathing, shaving etc. I have interacted with medical professionals at appointments to advocate for clients health and well being.
Jennifer can also help with: Companionship, errands, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Karlee M.
Coventry, RI
$15-20/hr
I Have worked in nursing home settings for over 4 years as the director of social services. I have worked with dementia/Alzheimer's patients and am certified in Alzheimer's care.
Karlee can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services, errands
I've been an RN for 10 years. Worked in longterm care and dementia care and now currently hospice care.
Kathrine can also help with: Meal prep, errands, respite care, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia & more
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Recent dementia care reviews in Canterbury, CT
Susan H.
5.0
Sue was great working for my mom who has advanced Parkinson’s and it required an awake at night caregiver to help with person care needs as she was up several times at night. Mom liked her, which was important.
- Care member
Shannon S.
5.0
After spending a few years taking care of my wife who has dementia it really started to take its toll on me. I checked out care.com and was very fortunate to pick out Shannon. She is like an angel sent from Heaven.
She is very kind, considerate and I could not ask for a better person to take care...
- Care member
Deirdre A.
5.0
Deirdrea has been exceptionally helpful with caring for my elderly mother who was suffering from dementia. Deirdrea was compassionate and extremely engaged with mothers care, always on time to relieve an earlier shift and greatly appreciated by the entire family. Deirdrea was a joy to have in the...
- Howard R.
Luz S.
5.0
I have known Luz since 1993 and I know she is very dependable, but most importantly she cares about people loves children and loves taking take of them too........!, honestly and I can only speak from the time I have known her which is since 1993 and if your looking for a hard working loyal employee...
- George H.
Kathy G.
5.0
We were so fortunate to find Cathy . She's professional, much more than competent , very kind and insightful. Thank you Cathy for making such a difference !
- Mike S.
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FAQs for finding dementia care near you in Canterbury, CT
What is the basic concept of dementia care near me in Canterbury, CT?
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 Canterbury, CT, 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 Canterbury, CT?
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 Canterbury, CT is $22.00.
How can I find dementia care near me in Canterbury, CT?
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 Canterbury, CT 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 Canterbury, CT?
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 Canterbury, CT, 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 Canterbury, CT?
When you’re interviewing a caregiver for in home care for dementia near you in Canterbury, CT, 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.