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Hello! I'm Hayley, a dedicated senior caregiver with over four years of experience. I specialize in providing compassionate care to seniors, including those with Alzheimer's and dementia. My services cover a wide range of needs: End-of-Life-Care, personal care, companionship, meal preparation, housekeeping and laundry, and...
Hayley can also help with: Companionship, errands, light cleaning, mobility assistance, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(1)
I am not your average Care Giver.... I have over 20 years of holistic body, mind and spirit centered care giving, teaching and training of others. Extensive experience with dementia and stroke clientele, hospice care, spinal degeneration and medication administration. My background is in Body Centered Therapies, Energy work,...
Charon can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, live-in home care, respite care, dementia
5.0
"Charon worked with my mother as a companion as needed over the period of several months to a year. She always brought her cheerfulness and fun ideas for engaging my Mom. She helped with getting my Mom lunch and even brought fresh vegetables from her garden on...
Jane P.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hello and thank you for reading my profile.
I am Jennifer and I live in East Lyme. I am a licensed Certified nurses aide of Connecticut. I have been working in the private sector for over 15 years. My past clients have consist of Cancer patients, Dementia, Parkinsons, ALS and clients who just need help at home. I believe in...
Jennifer can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Jennifer is caring, always on time and a lovely person. She has provided companion and transportation care for my mom in the most kind, thoughtful and careful manner. She has helped our family with so many practical considerations. We could not be happier with...
Kolette F.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
A few years ago I cared for a lady whose dementia got progressively worse. I was her daily (M-F) companion and helped her with meal prep, housework, cat care and shopping.
I've also cared for an 89-year-old gentleman with Alzheimer's four days per week. I was with the family for two years. Unfortunately, his disease had...
Mary can also help with: Errands, dementia, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, personal care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Mary has been a caregiver for my step-mom for the last 9 months and has been dependable, knowledgeable and caring. She "managed" our other caregivers and I always trusted her judgement. When our step-mom was under her care, I never worried!"
Jean F.
Melissa P.
Chester, CT
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hello Families, I'm Melissa. I have 20 years of dementia, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, MS, ALS, TBI, bedridden, amputation. Experience. I love what I do, I am good at what I do and educated on what I do. I've been doing home care for over 10 years. I started my career when I was 18 years old. I have experience with medication...
Melissa can also help with: Personal care, light cleaning, errands, companionship, mobility assistance, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Wound Care
CPR
5.0
"I couldn’t’ say enough nice things about Melissa, she’s responsible, she shows up on time, she can handle tough situations, all with a smile. She has worked for us for 8 years and we have come to rely on her expertise and skills with dementia patients. We...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've spent the last 5+ years caring for my two aging grandparents who unfortunately both recently passed away. Each with varying health issues and dementia.
I am naturally nurturing and compassionate. As my family quickly realized it is incredibly hard to not only care for but manage the day-to-day operations of a household...
Alexandra can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, errands, mobility assistance, meal prep, companionship & more
5.0
"Allie took wonderful care of my elderly parents with dementia. She assisted with their daily activities of bathing, eating, going for walks, including taking them to their appointments. As their health deteriorated, her roles and responsibilities increased. My...
Care member
5.0
(1)
I have been a CNA for about 15 years! I love helping others and I'm a very caring and compassionate individual! I treat the people I care for as if they were my family member. I have experience with dementia and Alzheimer's along with other conditions.
I worked In an Alzheimer's facility for 3 years and I previously worked as a...
Jade can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, hospice services, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"She is very prompt and professional. Positive attitude and always very happy and caring "
Care member
19 years of paid experience. Dementia patients experience, assisting with dress and grooming, bathing, housekeeping, cooking meals. Friendly, timely, organized, and flexible. Reliable transportation if needed for appointments, errands, etc.
I have 10+ years as a geriatric care worker/geriatric case manager. My clients include diagnoses of dementia/Alzheimer's; neurological conditions such as Parkinson's, MS, Huntington Disease, stroke, rehab recovery from falls and surgery, hospice care.
Have taken complete charge of households where children or conservators were...
Kate can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, companionship, hospice services, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
I'd describe my personality as cheerful responsible and respectful.
I like caring for seniors because I have found this to be my calling. I have worked in the medical field for the past 20 years and have grown in to my role as a hospice nurse. I have medical/surgical, wound care, dementia/Alzheimer's care, home care, and much...
Courtney can also help with: Light cleaning, mobility assistance, respite care, meal prep, errands, home modification & more
Skills:
CPR
I have 15 years experience with in home caregiving. I have had clients with dementia, MS, and ALS.
Looking to work Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Christina can also help with: Dementia, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, personal care, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
Pauline C.
Chester, CT
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Companion/Caregiver ...Alzheimers/Dementia Experienced....refrences Available
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My experience with elder care comes from caring for my own loved ones who faced with change and challenges. Having a family member be diagnosed with Alzheimer's/dementia can be very over whelming. I am someone who has patience, and an understanding of the disease and stages. I currently care for 2 clients with Alzheimer's,...
Pauline can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, dementia, companionship, meal prep, respite care & more
Skills:
CNA
Wound Care
CPR
Sally D.
Clinton, CT
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have been a caregiver for seniors since 1997.
I have provided services for people with Dementia and Alzheimers disease.
I am able to take my clients to doctor appointments, grocery shop, medication management and light cooking. If they are mobile enough to go out, I can do that as well except for lifting wheelchairs. If you...
Sally can also help with: Dementia, transportation, errands
Hello My Name is Linda. I have been a caregiver for many clients with 20 years of experience in taking care of various health problems such as heart problems, diabetes, amputations, spinal cord injury, various cancer patients, clients with dementia, autoimmune disease, bladder and bowel regiment. I also have managed medication...
Linda can also help with: Respite care, dementia, live-in home care, hospice services, personal care
Hi friends!!! I am a 44 female I have been a CNA for 20 years, I've been doing home care for 10 of those years. I have experience with dementia, Alzheimer's, strokes, Parkinson's, MS, amputation of limbs, ALS, bed ridden. I have reference's from all the families I've worked for all local. I love working with the elderly, I do...
Melissa can also help with: Mobility assistance, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
My previous jobs where in the health care field, Doctors, Hospitals and Emergency Medical Services. I am certified in emergency training and treatment also CPR certified.. I have been working mainly with the elderly that have dementia and hospice care.. Some are bed bound some are still home and are able to ambulate with help at...
Paula can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, dementia, mobility assistance, personal care, home modification & more
Katie L.
Westbrook, CT
$20/hr
Getting Old In America Shouldn't Be So Isolating: It Takes A Community Of Care
Hello,
This is Katie and I am a 32-year-old graduate student studying Early Childhood Special Ed at UC Denver. I strongly believe that our society devalues the process of aging and that senior care has become a crisis in this country. Children of the elderly are left with the heavy burden of either putting their parents in care...
Katie can also help with: Respite care, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, personal care, hospice services & more
Leona L.
Essex, CT
$17/hr • 10 yrs exp
Private Duty CNA With 20 Years Experience: Dementia, Alzheimer's, Hospice, Companionship Daily Care.
I like caring for seniors because: Greetings, I am passionate about improving the quality of life for individuals in need of healthcare services and strive to create a positive and comfortable environment for my clients. My attention to detail excellent communication skills, and ability to work effectively with many types of...
Leona can also help with: Errands, transportation, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
Bhekinkosi B.
New London, CT
$17-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
3.0
(1)
I am a 39-year-old guy who loves to work with the elderly. Im a CNA and I did mostly live-ins and hourly, too. I worked with people with disabilities, Alzheimer's, dementia, etc. I love my job and I do it with all my heart. I am that kind of a person who is dependable and responsible.
Bhekinkosi can also help with: Home modification, hospice services, dementia, errands, live-in home care, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
3.0
"Don't know what happened. Without going into his stuff, he needed 10 days off, I held his position, i couldn't work and leave my mother alone, but he just didn't show up anymore. No response to my attempts for contact and didn't / wouldn't return my house key."
Elima L.
5.0
(1)
My senior care experience was taking care of my mother who passed away from dementia 8 years ago. I also had the pleasure of taking care of an amazing woman who I took grocery shopping, to doctor appointments, cleaned her house and just keeping her company as well as making her laugh. I took care of my grandmother 30 years ago...
Sabrina can also help with: Meal prep, personal care, errands, transportation, light cleaning
5.0
"Sabrina is a reliable, patient, and thoughtful caregiver. She brought intelligent, creative solutions to the everyday problems that need to be addressed when assisting a senior who still lived at home alone. She had a flexible schedule and handled a wide variety...
Jeffrey H.
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Recent dementia care reviews in Old Saybrook, CT
Charon M.
5.0
Charon worked with my mother as a companion as needed over the period of several months to a year. She always brought her cheerfulness and fun ideas for engaging my Mom. She helped with getting my Mom lunch and even brought fresh vegetables from her garden on occasion. She helped my Mom with...
- Jane P.
Jennifer F.
5.0
I cannot adequately describe how fortunate I am to have had Jennifer as a caregiver for my mother. My mother loved her, my dog loved her, and I immediately felt comfortable leaving both them and my house in her capable hands. She also brings her own network of additional help if it winds up being...
- Ethan T.
Mary G.
5.0
Mary was a caregiver to 4 women I referred to her. They all loved her! Mary is compassionate and understands and assists in difficult times.
- Judith L.
Melissa P.
5.0
I couldn’t’ say enough nice things about Melissa, she’s responsible, she shows up on time, she can handle tough situations, all with a smile. She has worked for us for 8 years and we have come to rely on her expertise and skills with dementia patients. We appreciate the knowledge she has shared...
- Care member
Alexandra M.
5.0
Allie took wonderful care of my elderly parents with dementia. She assisted with their daily activities of bathing, eating, going for walks, including taking them to their appointments. As their health deteriorated, her roles and responsibilities increased. My siblings were so fortunate to have...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding dementia care near you in Old Saybrook, CT
What is the basic concept of dementia care near me in Old Saybrook, 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 Old Saybrook, 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 Old Saybrook, 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 Old Saybrook, CT is $25.00.
How can I find dementia care near me in Old Saybrook, 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 Old Saybrook, 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 Old Saybrook, 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 Old Saybrook, 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 Old Saybrook, CT?
When you’re interviewing a caregiver for in home care for dementia near you in Old Saybrook, 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.