Find Top Memory and Dementia Care Near Me in Cortland, NY
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Dementia care in Cortland, NY
Jolene E.
Cortland, NY
$22-23/hr • 4 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as friendly, caring and honest.
I learned to care for seniors as I took care of my mom with dementia for 3 years. I learned to have patience and how to work with dementia. I love to help people in need. My goal is to see that they are well taken care of.
I'm looking for a job that I can help...
Jolene can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, personal care, dementia & more
Amy R.
Cortland, NY
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Worked with elderly since 1997, all types of care from cleaning, cooking, appointments, shopping, daily care-grooming, showers, meds, wound care, Alzheimer's, dementia, hospice care, family support, scheduling, scheduling my team, companionship what ever is needed of myself or staff. Every case is different, I/we will provide...
Amy can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
(1)
20+ years of experience in the home care field. Certified HHA. Extensively trained in senior care. Highly skilled in assisting patients with activities of daily living. Trained to administered medication whether by inhalation, ingestion, or other means.
Ability to work with a wide diversity of patients. Highly experienced with...
Diana can also help with: Dementia, errands, companionship, mobility assistance, hospice services, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"My siblings and I hired Diana to care for our mother at her home. Diana was a blessing in my mother’s and in our lives. She stayed with my Mom until the end and took very good care of her. We are forever thankful. "
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a retired registered dietitian with a good understanding of how to care for and help others, with respect and kindness. Many of the individuals that I've cared for over the past 30 years have had dementia and/or Alzheimer's.
In addition to caring for people in their homes, I have worked in hospitals and long term care...
Marian can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, personal care, dementia, errands, companionship & more
5.0
"Mari was my mother's caregiver and companion in a nursing home facility for over 9 months, until the nursing home closed its doors to all visitors due to the coronavirus pandemic. During this time I found Mari to be highly dependable, competent, patient,...
Natalie S.
Molly V.
McGraw, NY
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello, my name is Molly .
My passion about being a caregiver comes from my Mother. My Mother has Lewy Body Dementia. And I have been her sole caregiver for almost 3 years.
I have experience assisting with personal care , including bathing, dressing, and toileting.
Also, assistance with activities of daily living, such as...
Molly can also help with: Errands, personal care, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, companionship & more
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Michelle.
For the past 9 years I've been able to help clients remain in their homes, which is a priority to me. This is a career I've found I truly love. I've helped people with cancer, dementia and elderly needs. I have experience with bathing, meal prep, medication reminders, exercise, friendship, light...
Robin can also help with: Dementia, personal care, mobility assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"I would highly recommend Robin. She is everything you could ask for in a caregiver!"
Tami R.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a mother of three grown children and I have grandchildren as well. I love listening to stories of life or anything really. I have had multiple years working in Finance, Quality auditing, customer service and cleaning professional offices but I have retired early. I am currently taking care of a senior with early onset...
Lois can also help with: Visiting physician
5.0
"Lois was a God send for me and my mom. She is compassionate and caring. My mom has dementia and she never tired of my mom repeating herself or telling her stories over and over. She found fun outings that my mom truly enjoyed. My mom has grown to love Lois and...
Care member
5.0
(3)
I cared for my father in law with dementia for 7 years full time. I have cared for an 86-year-old woman with Alzheimer's for the past year and am also caring for a 91-year-old man in a wheelchair and my 92-year-old aunt. I take great pride in taking care of my clients the way I would want someone to care for my own parents. I...
Laureen can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, mobility assistance, personal care, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I give Laureen my highest recommendation. She assisted in caring for my 89 year old mother especially with her personal care such as showering and dressing. She has a warm, caring personality that makes people feel comfortable, and she is very skilled at what she...
Jean B.
Melody L.
Marathon, NY
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
PCA Available For Companionship, House Keeping, Errands, Cooking, Laundry. Appointments. Med Pass.
4.5
(6)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
. I don't mind driving. I have a very reliable vehicle
I have 24 plus years of experience, I specialize in hospice, ALS Alzheimer, dementia, diabetes 1 and 2, TBI care & wound care. I am CPR / First Aid / AED trained, also AMAP med management I have experience working with people with developmental disabilities. Experience with...
Melody can also help with: Errands, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services, companionship & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Wound Care
3.0
"She was set up for an interview and did not call nor show up. She did finally message 5 hours after the time she was to come for an interview. She said she did not come because she saw the job was closed. It was closed by Care.com which I, the client, did not...
Care member
Tori S.
Groton, NY
$16-25/hr
I have had to take care of my grandparents who are both suffering from being immobile to having dementia
Tori can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, transportation
I m a CNA who has worked in a private duty setting along with long term care facilities. I have experience with dementia and aphasia not to mention all senior illnesses. I have experience also in people with Developmental Disabilities. I love to help people and take care of them . It is a very satisfying experience. I love...
Lisa can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, errands, companionship, home modification, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
CPR
I have 20years of senior care experience. I can help with Home Care and Dementia. Bathing cleaning errands . morning evening I have my pca
Margaret can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, dementia, personal care, companionship
1.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 15 plus years experience in health care. I have worked as a CNA in the past. I have been working private duty for the past 5 years. I have very good references. I really enjoy taking care of the elderly. I'm very reliable, I get along great with others. I'm honest and a hard worker. I have experience with dementia,...
Leslie can also help with: Personal care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Ellery E.
Marathon, NY
$25/hr • 4 yrs exp
I am a cna I have worked with older people for 3 years now and I really enjoy it, I have worked in nursing homes and hospitals, I have taken care of people with dementia as well
I'd describe my personality as understanding caring and loving
I like caring for seniors because they make life so much enjoyable and there stories...
Ellery can also help with: Dementia, hospice services
Lauryn G.
Ithaca, NY
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am abundantly qualified to be a caregiver. I have clients with a vast array of conditions including people that are severely disabled from diseases such as Parkinson's, dementia, and multiple sclerosis. I have also served clients with more unusual conditions such as Supranuclear Palsy, but I very much enjoy working in this...
Lauryn can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, hospice services, respite care, errands, light cleaning & more
I have worked with seniors since 2015. I have worked in private home care settings and assisted living/memory care facilities. I have been at my current job for two years as a medication technician/resident care aide. I love working with seniors and being able to help them with activities of daily living, light housekeeping,...
Bridgett can also help with: Meal prep, respite care, errands, light cleaning, transportation, dementia & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Anna C.
Ithaca, NY
$25-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have both personal and professional experience caregiving. My mother was sick with a brain tumor for 6 years and I was her primary caregiver for the last year of her life. That experience changed my life profoundly, two years after she passed away I was ready to work in the caregiving field again in 2020. I worked with a...
Anna can also help with: Errands, meal prep, hospice services, companionship, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Ellery E.
Marathon, NY
$25-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I am 20 years old have been taking care of residence in nursing homes I have done in home care before I have taken care of dementia patients, independent, hospice as well, I can give medication, clean as well as bathing keeping company as well as doing anything they need to get them started with there day.
I'd describe my...
Ellery can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning
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Recent dementia care reviews in Cortland, NY
Diana D.
5.0
My siblings and I hired Diana to care for our mother at her home. Diana was a blessing in my mother’s and in our lives. She stayed with my Mom until the end and took very good care of her. We are forever thankful.
- Care member
Marian B.
5.0
Mari was my mother's caregiver and companion in a nursing home facility for over 9 months, until the nursing home closed its doors to all visitors due to the coronavirus pandemic. During this time I found Mari to be highly dependable, competent, patient, compassionate, and a person of the highest...
- Natalie S.
Robin D.
5.0
I would highly recommend Robin. She is everything you could ask for in a caregiver!
- Tami R.
Lois N.
5.0
Lois was a God send for me and my mom. She is compassionate and caring. My mom has dementia and she never tired of my mom repeating herself or telling her stories over and over. She found fun outings that my mom truly enjoyed. My mom has grown to love Lois and sees her as a forever friend. My...
- Care member
Laureen D.
5.0
I give Laureen my highest recommendation. She assisted in caring for my 89 year old mother especially with her personal care such as showering and dressing. She has a warm, caring personality that makes people feel comfortable, and she is very skilled at what she does, always ensuring the safety of...
- Jean B.
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FAQs for finding dementia care near you in Cortland, NY
What is the basic concept of dementia care near me in Cortland, NY?
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 Cortland, NY, 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 Cortland, NY?
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 Cortland, NY is $26.00.
How can I find dementia care near me in Cortland, NY?
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 Cortland, NY 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 Cortland, NY?
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 Cortland, NY, 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 Cortland, NY?
When you’re interviewing a caregiver for in home care for dementia near you in Cortland, NY, 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.