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Dementia care in Ellington, CT
I truly love working with the elderly and have proven myself with working in the dementia and Alzheimer's clients in either private duty and through nursing homes and Assisted Living Facilities. Therapeutic recreation is extremely important to me along with maintaining a healthy lifestyle. I offer all of these along with a very...
Jacqueline can also help with: Companionship, home modification, dementia, light cleaning, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Home Health Aide
Gina M.
Willington, CT
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
EXPERIENCED, COMPASSIONATE CAREGIVER LOOKING FOR FAMILIES IN NEED
I am a people person with strong family values and integrity. I treat and feel as if my clients are Family.
I strive to fill your days with happiness, confidence and kindness, giving you piece of mind. I love engaging in conversation and making people laugh, always trying to bring some sunshine in! I am experienced with...
Gina can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, companionship, personal care, mobility assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
My experience comes from working with senior dementia clients, aging parents, and an education background working with preschool through 2nd grade. I believe that many of the skills required for elderly care are very similar to child care. Therefore, I bring a calm and friendly demeaner, offering choices and helping solve...
Charlene can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, dementia
Madison P.
Vernon Rockville, CT
$16-21/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Madison, and I used to work at a nursing home. I've taken care of patients with dementia, as well as with mild physical ailments. I've cooked according to their food needs - including texture, amount, and what they're not allowed to have. I would love the opportunity to help you care for your loved one :)
Madison can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, dementia, transportation
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Hello my name is Dayana, I have experience helping seniors meet their activities of daily living. Showers , dressing , food preparation, laundry , light housekeeping etc. I have worked with many patients with Alzheimer's and Dementia . What I enjoy about my job is the fact that I can make somewhat of a difference in someone's...
Dayana can also help with: Personal care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
I have worked with the elderly for over 20 years. I have a lot of experience with Alzheimer's dementia and have worked with a wide range of different levels of need.
I am also a CNA for over 10 years, and have experience with lifts and transfers, bathing, feeding, g-tubes, diabetes testing and insulin, as well as many other...
Julie can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, respite care, personal care
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Victoria A.
Manchester, CT
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
I am Victoria, I am a caregiver of years experience with Parkinson, Dementia, Alzheimer, stroke and more. I do hospice care, personal care, light housekeeping, laundry, errands, medication reminder.
I do live in and hourly care.
Victoria can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, live-in home care, errands, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Kristen S.
Enfield, CT
$25-35/hr • 5 yrs exp
hi! I've taken of my grandparents for 5 years and after my grandfather passed I helped take care of my grandmawith dementia for a year before she ended up in nursing care. I loved helping and would love to care for orhers!
I'd describe my personality as happy loving and caring
I like caring for seniors because they have so...
Kristen can also help with: Errands, companionship, dementia, light cleaning, home modification, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Lisa L.
Enfield, CT
$16-21/hr • 2 yrs exp
I Am An Occupational Therapy Student Looking To Make Some Money
My name is Lisa, I am 24 years old. I am an Occupational Therapy student well versed in dementia, geriatric care, physical mobility and many different health conditions as my field requires it. I cared for a 97-year-old women with dementia for 2 years and loved it! I also worked as a PCA at always best care for several months...
Lisa can also help with: Transportation, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, errands
I have been working as a senior caregiver for about 15 years. I have experience working with clients with Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Parkinson's, Dementia/Alzheimer's Disease, etc. I assist my clients with taking their medications, showers, getting dressed, preparing meals, laundry, light housekeeping, driving to...
Carla can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, errands, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
I have many years of experience with elder care including dementia and Alzheimer's. I have been a care giver for many years in my personal life with elderly grandparents, great aunt, family and friends who need that special attention, personal/bathing needs, preparing meals, transportation, shopping, companionship, light...
Cheryl can also help with: Meal prep, errands, mobility assistance, dementia, companionship, light cleaning & more
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(5)
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: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands, personal care, transportation
5.0
"Shannon is the best. She's an incredibly loving and caring caregiver who we entrusted the care of my elderly aunt suffering from dementia with. From the very first meeting, Shannon treated my aunt like she was part of her family and they bonded quickly. My aunt...
Chris P.
25 years of nursing home and rehab experience, very friendly trustworthy and loving. Red Cross CPR certified. Dementia training. Will cook to fit any dietary needs. Meds set up and prompting.
Denise can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Home Health Aide
I have 35 years of experience in the health field. Caring for people with various disabilities including Alzheimer, Parkinson, Dementia, brain injuries and Hospice Care. I enjoy helping others and knowing that I can make a difference in improving ones quality of life means everything to me.
Joan can also help with: Personal care, dementia, home modification, hospice services, respite care
Skills:
CNA
Jill S.
South Windsor, CT
$25-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have been a caregiver for most of my life. My first born was born with Asperger's , which is the bottom rung of the Autism ladder. He did not speak until he was 4 years of age. Presently, he is an upstanding young man, graduated and works a full time job and is a highly functioning individual. I also gave birth to triplet boys...
Jill can also help with: Personal care, dementia
5.0
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My career as a companion/homemaker began when I spent 2 years caring for a lovely 96-year-old lady with Alzheimer's. That experience was very rewarding. As a teacher and a mom, I know it's important to have someone your loved-one feels comfortable with and whom you can trust.
Since then, I have had the pleasure of caring for...
Melissa can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care
5.0
"Melissa has unique experiences to bring to the job. She has had care taking jobs but was also an ESL teacher and writer. Her teaching skills came in handy when we tried to organize schedules and all of the pieces needed to maintain caretakers. She is very...
Nancy B.
Kathleen P.
Springfield, MA
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.0
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Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am interested in senior care because I have taken care of both my parents, and my aunt when they were ill. I have lived in for periods of time to help them. I have also worked for home helpers and interim healthcare and stavros. I have done shared living with a handicapped woman in my home. Presently I am working with 2...
Kathleen can also help with: Personal care, light cleaning, errands, respite care, meal prep, live-in home care & more
5.0
"I wanted to put in a review of Kathleen. Even though I did not get to hire her, which was my fault entirely (shortly after we began our conversations, my father took a turn for the worse), I have to acknowledge her for her promptness in replies, genuine concern for...
Karyl C.
5.0
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Hi, I am a PCA who for seven years took care of a woman who had a lung transplant. I managed her medications, took her to doctor appointments (I would also take her to other places like grocery shopping), companionship, bathing, light cleaning and made meals.
I also helped take care of my parents; who both had dementia. I...
Dorina can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, errands, companionship, dementia, light cleaning & more
5.0
"I have known Nina for most of my life. She is a patient, caring, and kind person who goes above and beyond when adapting to new challenges. She is eager to help, willing to learn, and will quickly adapt to any environment. She demonstrates attention to detail,...
Marianne W.
Renee M.
Stafford Springs, CT
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked in assisted living, nursing homes, as well as residences. I have worked with elderly, handicapped, dementia and Alzheimer' s patients. I enjoy this work and it keeps me coming back. I leave everyday with a sense of worth and gratification. It is truly a rewarding job.
Renee can also help with: Personal care, live-in home care, dementia
5.0
"Very dependable sweet young lady that has proven to be a great asset in caring for my mother with Alzheimer's."
Michael M.
4.5
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
If you have a loved one with MCI or Alzheimers, you probably need a Bredesen Experienced Caregiver.
I have experience with the Bredesen ReCode Protocol. I can aid your loved one in implementing the protocol.
The Bredesen Protocol is a strategy for reversing Dementia and Mild Cognitive Impairment. The protocol was tested with an...
Lorie can also help with: Dementia, errands, companionship, meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Lorie is caring, punctual, and empathetic. She followed our care plan for my mother with Alzheimers which included the Bredesen Protocol.
She oversaw my mom taking her blood sugar, ketone levels, and blood pressure. She made sure my mom took her medicines when...
Johnathan B.
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Recent dementia care reviews in Ellington, CT
Shannon S.
5.0
There has not been a PCA/ caregiver more reliable, honest, self-directed, courteous, kind and senior care knowledgeable than Shannon. This is what she was born to do! Her gentleness with my Mom, and understanding of senior's need to remain independent is pretty remarkable. We just never thought we...
- Nikia P.
Melissa T.
5.0
Melisa was really wonderful at an extremely difficult time. She nurtured my mom as she would a family member. She was extremely kind and supportive.
Thank you Melissa for supporting us. I felt St ease or the best I could to go to work knowing that you and David were with my mom!
- Valerie R.
Kathleen P.
5.0
I wanted to put in a review of Kathleen. Even though I did not get to hire her, which was my fault entirely (shortly after we began our conversations, my father took a turn for the worse), I have to acknowledge her for her promptness in replies, genuine concern for my father who she never met and an...
- Karyl C.
Dorina S.
5.0
I have known Nina for most of my life. She is a patient, caring, and kind person who goes above and beyond when adapting to new challenges. She is eager to help, willing to learn, and will quickly adapt to any environment. She demonstrates attention to detail, empathy, and professionalism-all...
- Marianne W.
Renee M.
5.0
Very dependable sweet young lady that has proven to be a great asset in caring for my mother with Alzheimer's.
- Michael M.
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FAQs for finding dementia care near you in Ellington, CT
What is the basic concept of dementia care near me in Ellington, 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 Ellington, 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 Ellington, 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 Ellington, CT is $18.00.
How can I find dementia care near me in Ellington, 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 Ellington, 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 Ellington, 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 Ellington, 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 Ellington, CT?
When you’re interviewing a caregiver for in home care for dementia near you in Ellington, 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.