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Dementia care in Merrick, NY
5.0
(9)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Certified Nurse's Assistant with 30 years of experienced. Able to take care of patients with Alzheimer's/Dementia. Companion, light housekeeping, laundry, doctor's appointments. Meal preparation, bathing, very caring, compassionate, trustworthy, sympathetic, fun, loving and treat everyone as if they are my own family. I go above...
Margaret can also help with: Dementia, companionship, light cleaning, live-in home care, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Wound Care
5.0
"Margaret took care of my mom. She treated my mom as if my mom was her own. She took my mother to her doctor’s appointments, run errands, groceries and even brought her to the salons. Margaret was always pleasant to be with. She went out of her way to take care of...
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a 50-year-old mother of two grown children. Prior to home care, I worked as a medical assistant in a cardiologist's office for five years. I took care of my mother, who was battling cancer, for two years before her passing.
Since starting home care eight plus years ago, I have worked with six families. My duties have...
Patricia can also help with: Personal care, dementia, visiting physician
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Wound Care
5.0
"Patty is such a nurturer. She truly cares about each and every individuals welfare.
She has the ability to wrap her arms around
you. Her sensitive, caring ways consistently
shine through.
Patty is the one you want by you in challenging times. She knows how...
Debora P.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a skilled Nursing Assistant, with more than 25 years of experience.
Over the years I performed different duties in the Healthcare Industry, including taking care of clients with Alzheimers / Dementia and special needs.
I also have experience with administering and managing medications.
I am an outstanding multitasker and...
Marcelle can also help with: Errands, dementia, live-in home care, meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Very professional. Skilled. She had a warm demeanor that puts my elder at ease."
Ed F.
Marjorie H.
East Meadow, NY
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part Time Senior Care Giver Available With Excellent References
5.0
(3)
I have worked as a nurse in hospitals and homes for 10 plus years I am experienced with the care of people needing assistance at home due to declining health, mobility problems, dementia, feeding, bathing and medication prompting I also can help people recuperating from surgery, strokes, dementia, which is just a partial summary...
Marjorie can also help with: Home modification, dementia, respite care, visiting nurse, hospice services, personal care & more
5.0
"I worked with Marjorie when I was an Registered Nurse She is an excellent Registered
Nurse in every capacity and caring and very good to the sick. It was my pleasure
working with her Excellent Nurse."
Karen I.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Reliable and compassionate . Certified Nursing Assistant and HHA with 10 +years of experience working with seniors with Dementia,
Medication management
Hoyer Lift
Personal care
Meal preparation
Transfers
Wheelchair
Oxygen machine
Groceries
Transportation
Dr. Visits
Social events
Keep the patient active if...
Stella can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, personal care, respite care
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Ruth is an excellent and very compassionate caregiver. She is punctual, polite and caring. We are very grateful to have her with our family."
Elizabeth P.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Arlene. I have over 25 years of experience as a companion for seniors. I am caring, empathetic, very reliable, and supportive of both the client and the family. I have experience with Dementia, MS and hospice. I have worked with over 15 families. I am a non-smoker and have an excellent driving record. I have a...
Arlene can also help with: Dementia, companionship, meal prep, mobility assistance, errands, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Having a husband with dementia is challenging to say the least! Over the last year or two, whenever I need a break, Arlene stays with him and he loves it! She talks to him, plays cards with him and makes him a snack! Whenever she comes, he has a smile on his face....
Care member
5.0
(8)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 8 years of experience in caregiving. I can help with home care and personal care. I have worked in Nursing Homes as well as Private Home Care. I have experience working with Alzheimer/Dementia, MS, and paraplegic patients, hospice care, wound care, medication administration, and ambulation. I am a certified medical...
Sibrina can also help with: Dementia, companionship, light cleaning, live-in home care, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Sibrina is an incredible caregiver. Her support, knowledge and communication was outstanding.
She cared for my father until his passing. He was frail and memory impaired, but she was able to make his time with her fun and interactive in a level which he could...
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Marcia I'm experienced caretaker and companion with over 30+ years of providing care for the elderly in hospital/ at-home setting. I'm very patient, compassionate and empathetic also a good listener. My focus as a caregiver/companion is to provide optimal support to my patients through personalized assistance,...
Marcia can also help with: Dementia, companionship, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Marcia is kind, responsible, diligent in her duties; always going above and beyond. An absolute gem! A calm demeanor, patient, skilled, completely reliable. A pleasure to have Marcia look after my Dad."
Linda G.
Experience in Ekder care. Currently assist a client part time that has dementia with transportation, shopping, doctor appointments and companionship/entertaining.
Danielle can also help with: Errands, dementia, transportation, light cleaning, meal prep
Latoya A.
Copiague, NY
$21-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
My name is Latoya I'm a certified home health aide. been in the healthcare for 10years I've work with dementia and Alzheimer's Paitent, also worked in the hospice inn. I take pride in what I do, very compassionate, respectful, patient, and understanding.
Latoya can also help with: Errands, dementia, meal prep, transportation, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
I am an experienced professional who has worked with Special needs population for over 20 years, additionally I have worked with patients with Dementia/CP. I have my own car and I am trained in CPR, First Aid, and AED. I have my own transportation. I graduated with a BA on Psychology from Hofstra University. I am willing to...
Nigeria can also help with: Errands, dementia, respite care, transportation, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Hi my name is Meghan and I'm 26 years old looking for a part-time job while I finish graduate school to be an Elementary Special Education teacher. I'm CPR and first aid certified. Have family experience dealing with elderly with dementia.
Meghan can also help with: Errands, dementia, transportation, light cleaning, meal prep
I have been a caregiver for 20 years in various settings including skilled nursing facilities, assisted living facilities, and in their own homes. I have experience managing the many different facets of senior care including dressing, bathing, medication management . I enjoy caring for individual's physical, emotional, and...
Sherrieann can also help with: Dementia, companionship, live-in home care, meal prep, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
Ashley J.
Elmont, NY
$25-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
"Hello! My name is Ashley, I have over 10 years experience, providing compassionate, non-medical home care to seniors. I specialize in companionship, personal care, and mobility assistance, ensure my clients feel safe, comfortable, and valued. I am CPR certified in train in dementia care. My passion for caregiving comes from...
Ashley can also help with: Dementia, companionship, live-in home care, meal prep, errands, light cleaning & more
My mother has been taking me to nursing homes since I was little. She was a recreational director at white oaks and I often painted their nails, color, dance, eat snacks. I have my certification in yoga. I specialize in elderly patients especially ones with dementia. With my experience I think we can be a great fit!
Jennifer can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, transportation
Hello, I'm married and have an adult daughter. I've lived in the same home in Farmingdale since 1994. In 2000 when I was pregnant with my daughter, my mother came to live with me. She was already ill with COPD, emphysema and was on oxygen, eventually she developed dementia and passed away. I was her primary caregiver for 10...
Leona can also help with: Dementia, companionship, personal care, light cleaning, meal prep
I am a loving kind, patient compassionate person. I would love to help you with your loved one. I have some experience with dementia and Parkinson's. Please feel free to reach out to me. Look forward to hearing from you. I also don't live far. I am in Oceanside.
Alaine can also help with: Errands, dementia, transportation, light cleaning, meal prep
Kimberly M.
Massapequa Park, NY
< $10/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi My Name Is Kimberly I Am 26 Years Old. I Have My CNA License And BLS Certified!
Hi my name is Kimberly I am 26 years old. I have my own house and own car and live in Massapequa Park. I am CPR certified and BLS certified I have experience with Nursing homes, dementia care, and long term care I get the patients up and ready for the day to feel good. I currently have my CNA license and looking into going...
Kimberly can also help with: Errands, companionship, meal prep, mobility assistance, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Ruth P.
Hicksville, NY
$16-25/hr
I have 5 years of experience in companion and seniors care takers, very patient and kind , I have experience with dementia patients and elderly patients in general.
Ruth can also help with: Errands, dementia, meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning
Flory D.
Valley Stream, NY
$20-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am a certified HHA , Phlebotomist & EKG Technician for 10years, with patience, kind heart, enthusiasm and respect . I was born in South Africa and raised in Europe. I speak Southern Sotho and German. I can understand and speak a little bit of French as well . Meeting people from all walks of life and cultural background and...
Flory can also help with: Dementia, companionship, light cleaning, live-in home care, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
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Recent dementia care reviews in Merrick, NY
Margaret R.
5.0
She has what it takes to understand her clients feelings and needs to treat them as they want to be treated. You will not be disappointed
- Care member
Patricia G.
5.0
Patty is such a nurturer. She truly cares about each and every individuals welfare.
She has the ability to wrap her arms around
you. Her sensitive, caring ways consistently
shine through.
Patty is the one you want by you in challenging times. She knows how to think quickly and is more then...
- Debora P.
Marcelle H.
5.0
Very professional. Skilled. She had a warm demeanor that puts my elder at ease.
- Ed F.
Marjorie H.
5.0
I worked with Marjorie for 8 years. We were both nurses in the same facility, Belair Care Center. She is hardworking, trustworthy and reliable. Displays good judgement and works well with other staff members. A pleasure to work with!
- Mary S.
Stella L.
5.0
Ruth has great judgement regarding our kids and she gets along with them very well. We are very happy we met Ruth and she truly helps us in our home.
- Betty F.
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FAQs for finding dementia care near you in Merrick, NY
What is the basic concept of dementia care near me in Merrick, 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 Merrick, 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 Merrick, 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 Merrick, NY is $20.67.
How can I find dementia care near me in Merrick, 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 Merrick, 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 Merrick, 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 Merrick, 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 Merrick, NY?
When you’re interviewing a caregiver for in home care for dementia near you in Merrick, 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.