Find Top Memory and Dementia Care Near Me in New Bedford, MA
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60 dementia care are listed in New Bedford, MA
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby dementia care is 5 years
Dementia care in New Bedford, MA
Caring, compassionate, honest, and reliable. I love being around elderly people! I've had some experience with alzheimer/dementia patients. I cared for a gentleman with alzheimers for 2 years, and my Mom had dementia. I will care for your loved one as if they were family!
Kelly can also help with: Dementia, errands, transportation, light cleaning, meal prep
Lisa R.
New Bedford, MA
$30/hr
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
30+ years certified nursing asst. Nursing home, Rehab, and Hospital experience looking for full time. Experience with dementia, Alzheimer's, loving and caring with patience for everyone.
Lisa can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, respite care, personal care, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Lisa is very knowledgeable, caring, and professional. I trusted her completely with my Mom."
Christine C.
Alzheimer's and dementia trained. Experienced HHA with over 20yrs working in a nursing home and private duty.
Lucia can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care, mobility assistance, dementia, hospice services, companionship & more
5.0
"Lucy cared for my father who had dementia and was bed bound. She was kind, caring and dependable. A ray of sunshine when she entered our home. She would go above and beyond of what was asked of her. I would highly recommend her to anyone who needs care for their...
Care member
Izabela C.
New Bedford, MA
$20-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
Certified Nursing Assistant , CPR Certified , Home Health Aide Certified
I have worked in 2 nursing homes since I've been a cna. I have worked on dementia units & long term/ short term care.
Izabela can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Diane and I'm 55 years old. I recently retired from a 30 year career as a dental hygienist and am looking for part time senior care. Before I became a hygienist I was a CNA working in a nursing home, so I have experience with caring for the elderly and dealing with Alzheimer's and dementia. I also have hospice...
Diane can also help with: Respite care, home modification, hospice services, personal care, dementia, visiting physician & more
5.0
"Diane is very caring and compassionate. My daughter loved her and looked forward to the days Diane was here with her."
Fran A.
Lisa B.
New Bedford, MA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have been caring for seniors for 18 years now. I have always loved helping and caring for elderly. I love helping them have the best quality of life they should have. I am calm and understanding and very skilled with dementia. Clients and families love me!
Lisa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, dementia
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
I like to people senior people to live their life more comfortable despite the situation they're in. I have been caring for seniors since 2020, when I finished my CNA, HHA, Alzheimer's and Dementia course.
I'm a very compassionate, reliable, trustworthy, dependable and patient caregiver. I empathize with the needs of my...
Sula can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, hospice services, errands, companionship & more
Lori M.
New Bedford, MA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I love working and caring for the elderly. I have worked with many people with various disabilities. I love to cook, take people for walks shopping doctor appointments, etc., whatever you need. Housekeeping laundry, etc., is no problem either. My first client had Spina Bifida and was confined to a wheelchair. I also took care of...
Lori can also help with: Respite care, personal care, dementia
Nelida V.
New Bedford, MA
$23-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
kind, responsible and respectful
I like care elderly people because I enjoy hearing their life stories, I like to see on their faces their gratitude for how I take care of them.
better pay, more hours
3 years ago
talk with the client to make them feel comfortable
I will treat your family member the same way I want to be...
Nelida can also help with: Dementia, personal care, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have had the privilege of caring for several seniors, with levels of need ranging from minimal to maximal assistance. For one client, I was responsible for supervising and coordinating the many details of 24-hour care for her last 2 years, and was a trusted advocate, companion and friend until she passed. I am experienced with...
Geralyn can also help with: Light cleaning, live-in home care, hospice services, dementia, meal prep, errands & more
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have done home care for many years... I enjoy the company of elderly adults in need of care.. I Love to cook, I like to take my clients out for outings or out for lunch or dinner.. I enjoy watching Tv with my clients. I can bath and get the clients ready for anything.. I have worked for the mentally challenged for a few years...
Cynthia can also help with: Personal care, light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services, errands, dementia & more
5.0
"I am a recovering stroke patient. Cindy is a pleasure to have helping me in my household. She is a big help and understanding and patient. Cindy is a good cook and she brings me small meals she prepared in her home. Which are delicious She makes every effort to...
James L.
5.0
(1)
My mother lived with my husband and I in our in-law apartment for 6 years. She had Alzheimer's, and passed in 2010. It is a horrible disease and requires a great deal of compassion, patience, and understanding. I love to help people and I have the skills required to care for them.
2019 Previously I worked for a company out of...
Mari can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, dementia, home modification, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Mari is amazing! She is one of the best care givers I have seen and I’ve had two sick parents. She cared for my mom for almost 2 years and her care included- medicine management ,cooking, cleaning and taking her to and from Dialysis. Mari always went the...
Care member
Dale A.
Westport, MA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have enjoyed working in the medical field for 37 years, especially working with the elderly. I have worked with many dementia patients. I have several years of Nursing Home Care. I went to school for the Medical assistant program, I have worked in doctor's offices. I also went on to take Phlebotomy in which I am certified....
Dale can also help with: Respite care, dementia, hospice services, personal care
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
5.0
"Dale worked with my elderly mother for 5 months. She is compassionate, sweet, kind and a wonderful companion. She even adopted my mothers kitty after she passed away! She became a family member. She wasn't punctual, she was early every single shift. Extremely...
Patricia S.
Linell D.
Fairhaven, MA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Compassionate Care Giver And Geriatric Case Manager For Alzheimer's/Dementia & Hospice Clients
5.0
(1)
Diagnosed with Alzheimer's or Dementia disease? Are you hoping to keep your parent home but overwhelmed with all the challenges ahead? Well, stop worrying. I am a compassionate, reliable, and dedicated professional that is available to help. With over 30 plus years of experience working with geriatric clients, I will work side...
Linell can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, errands, personal care & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Linell was my father's steadfast companion for several years during his Alzheimer's journey. She kept him connected to his beloved community and the outdoor activities he enjoyed, and provided essential care as the illness progressed and affected his daily...
Monica B.
Madison E.
Acushnet, MA
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
I Have Experience With My Own Grandparents Two Of Which Have Experienced Dementia.
I'm currently studying to be a therapist. I am CPR certified and very detail oriented. I am honest and hard working. I like to keep busy!
Madison can also help with: Light cleaning, home modification, meal prep, dementia
I'd describe my personality as dependable, compassionate and motivated
I like caring for seniors because through most of my adult career I've been caring for elderly adults on senior care patients with dementia and Alzheimer's hospice patients and I find that it's extremely rewarding
I'm looking for a job that Allows me to...
Adriane can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, respite care, home modification, dementia & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Retired since June 2019. mother of two. Worked as a contractor to Dept of Def for 27 years. Became LIC RI CNA to assist my ailing mother who has dementia. I am part of her care team as needed. Reliable & empathetic. I appreciate very much how it feels to be vulnerable. Compassionate & professional in the expertise of a CNA...
Siobhan can also help with: Respite care, hospice services, personal care, visiting physician
Skills:
CNA
Kiana R.
North Dartmouth, MA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Caregiver with a positive attitude and passion for building meaningful relationships. I bring over 10 years experience in delivering exceptional care for children, handicap and elderly residents. Assisting with daily living activities such as bathing, grooming, dressing, meal service and light housekeeping. Specializing in...
Kiana can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
I have 8+ years experience as a PCA , Doing meal preparation, housekeeping, laundry & grocery shopping. I also have a certificate in dementia care/ Alzheimer's. I have my HHA certificate. And I hold a valid Massachusetts CNA license. I worked as a HHA and a CNA , I've dealt with medication reminds for the clients, bathing and...
Kayla can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, transportation, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Adriane P.
Westport, MA
$25-50/hr • 20 yrs exp
I'd describe myself as dependable compassionate & motivated. Through most of my adult career I've been caring for elderly adults with dementia, Alzheimer's, hospice patients & I find that extremely rewarding I'm looking for a job that allows me to continue in my career as a senior caregiver. In my spare time, I like to spend...
Adriane can also help with: Companionship, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
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Recent dementia care reviews in New Bedford, MA
Lisa R.
5.0
Lisa is very experienced and a pleasure to have in our home. My husband with Parkinson's and I both enjoyed her and she was very helpful with everything we needed...personal care, laundry, cooking. I highly recommend and look forward to having again when we return to the Cape.
- Lee P.
Lucia R.
5.0
Lucy cared for my father who had dementia and was bed bound. She was kind, caring and dependable. A ray of sunshine when she entered our home. She would go above and beyond of what was asked of her. I would highly recommend her to anyone who needs care for their family member or loved one.
- Care member
Diane M.
5.0
Diane is very caring and compassionate. My daughter loved her and looked forward to the days Diane was here with her.
- Fran A.
Cynthia N.
5.0
I am a recovering stroke patient. Cindy is a pleasure to have helping me in my household. She is a big help and understanding and patient. Cindy is a good cook and she brings me small meals she prepared in her home. Which are delicious She makes every effort to care for me beyond any other that has...
- James L.
Mari S.
5.0
Mari is amazing! She is one of the best care givers I have seen and I’ve had two sick parents. She cared for my mom for almost 2 years and her care included- medicine management ,cooking, cleaning and taking her to and from Dialysis. Mari always went the extra mile - including multiple visits...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding dementia care near you in New Bedford, MA
What is the basic concept of dementia care near me in New Bedford, MA?
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 New Bedford, MA, 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 New Bedford, MA?
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 New Bedford, MA is $18.80.
How can I find dementia care near me in New Bedford, MA?
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 New Bedford, MA 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 New Bedford, MA?
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 New Bedford, MA, 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 New Bedford, MA?
When you’re interviewing a caregiver for in home care for dementia near you in New Bedford, MA, 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.