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I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Home Care and Dementia. Assist with light house work, prep meals socialization(playing games, reading etc)
Delrose can also help with: Dementia, personal care, meal prep, light cleaning
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, dementia, light cleaning, errands
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: Transportation, errands, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning
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: Personal care, dementia, respite care, hospice services
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
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: Light cleaning, companionship, live-in home care, dementia, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Kristen S.
Enfield, CT
$25/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, light cleaning, meal prep, home modification, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
Lisa L.
Enfield, CT
$17-21/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: Light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, transportation, 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: Dementia, hospice services, companionship, light cleaning, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
I have many years of experience with elder care, including dementia and Alzheimer's. I have been a caregiver for many years professionally and in my personal life with elderly family members and friends. I am available for personal/bathing needs, managing meds, dr appts, preparing meals, transportation, shopping, companionship,...
Cheryl can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, errands, companionship, mobility assistance, meal prep & more
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, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
CNA
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: Dementia, personal care, 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: Dementia, personal care
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, mobility assistance, companionship, light cleaning, meal prep, personal care & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
(3)
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: Live-in home care, dementia
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.
Dian F.
West Hartford, CT
$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
My Name is Dian, I worked with the Seniors population for 20 years. I have had experience working with dementia patients, patients with colostomy care, mobility needs, medication reminders just to name a few. needs, I also worked with students with special needs for over 33 years. Helping others is my passion. I am from a large...
Dian can also help with: Specialized care, dementia, companionship, personal care, mobility assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Caring with a difference. Personality to have and to hold"
Carolyn C.
Kathleen P.
Springfield, MA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.0
(4)
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: Respite care, meal prep, light cleaning, personal care, errands, live-in home care & more
5.0
"Karhy took very good care of my dad until we unfortunately had to place him in assisted living. She is always on time and never called out. Highly recommend!"
Sue C.
Renee M.
Stafford Springs, CT
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My heart goes to the senior that are lonely. Visit seniors at convalescent home for more than 20 years. Sometimes help them with their food while I was there. Visit other sick people from my community and put a smile on their face while they stay for care. Take care of parents at home. Took care of elderly that had dementia,...
Maria can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, live-in home care, errands, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Maria is hard working, dependable, honest and caring. My family was very lucky to find her as a care giver and house cleaner for my mom. I highly recommend her. "
Care member
Deana S.
Windsor Locks, CT
$21-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Certified Medical Assistant, Certified Nursing Assistant
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I've been a certified nursing assistant for 30 years working with dementia patients hospice care Hospital settings nursing home settings assistant living Settings taking vital signs bathing feeding ambulating range motion . I have knowledge of hoyer and Sarah lifts . g-tubes , trach, catheters , I can multitask very well , I'm...
Deana can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Deana is a gem. She is reliable, punctual, and professional. Deana has a great personality and lots of enthusiasm. Her demeanor is refreshing, and she is very skilled at care-giving. If you are lucky enough to hire her, don't pass up the opportunity."
Arthur I.
5.0
(1)
I am a RN since 2020 and a new mom looking to pick up a couple shifts each month. I have an extensive history working with the elderly in the past 10 years. I have worked with clients with dementia, healing from broken hips, and in hospice care. I have great compassion and respect for my clients, always upholding their respect...
Erin can also help with: Dementia, personal care, hospice services
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Erin F. was a dedicated volunteer tutor and mentor to youth in grades 1st-8th at the organization I work for called Hartford City Mission. She helped kids stay on task during program time and encouraged them as well as looked out for their safety and overall well...
Cheryl M.
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Recent dementia care reviews in Ellington, CT
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.
Dian F.
5.0
Dian has a experience in both service area. she is a hard worker but at the same time caring and well detailed. she has over the years left a great impression on the lives of those she has served and their families. Dian has worked for over twenty years with special needs students as well as...
- Stanley F.
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.
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.
Maria O.
5.0
Maria is hard working, dependable, honest and caring. My family was very lucky to find her as a care giver and house cleaner for my mom. I highly recommend her.
- Care member
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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 $22.67.
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.