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Melissa C.
Centereach, NY
$20-42/hr • 10 yrs exp
Senior Care / Companion/ Help With ADL's, I Am A Retired Nurse
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
CPR certified, Health Care background, Car, Loves helping others , 20 plus years experience to seniors, specializing in Alzheimer's/ dementia care , Pediatric and Neonatal baby nursing. Special needs , and I've nannied and worked with children for 37 years. Professionally for 27 years
Melissa can also help with: Hospice services, errands, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Wound Care
Colleen O.
Medford, NY
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi my name is Colleen I have had my own experience with my mother who was diagnosed with dementia who I cared for until she had to be placed in a nursing home for 2 years. I also worked for a family with a 70-year-old man for the last 4 years with Alzheimer's where I did meal prep, lite housekeeping, laundry, companionship and...
Colleen can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, errands, light cleaning, transportation
I'm qualified as a certified nursing assistant and a personal care aide. I've worked with many elderly people who suffer from dementia and alzheimer's. I enjoy helping and caring for those who need extra support, i'm very empathetic and enjoy making connections with my patients.
Jalissa can also help with: Live-in home care, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia
Skills:
CNA
Have worked with friends elderly parents took care of my elderly neighbor cooking cleaning paying bills just keeping her company and making sure she took her medicine . Have worked in school district for 15 years . My own father has dementia and I find it very rewarding helping the elderly out just something I enjoy doing. I...
Cheryl can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, mobility assistance, companionship & more
Hello, my name is Emma! I am looking for a full-time senior care position. I am currently living on Long Island and plan on moving to Brooklyn in the next 1-2 months. I am a Certified New York State EMT. Currently, I am working at a private EMS company that mostly cares for and transports elderly patients. I also volunteer for a...
Emma can also help with: Light cleaning, respite care, dementia, errands, hospice services, meal prep & more
Hello, my name is Brittany. I am 33 years old and a mother of two young sons. I've been a home health aide for 5+ years and I love doing my job. I was recently with the family for two years, but the lady decided she wanted to go with her families care as she's getting worse in her dementia so I am on here to help others the way...
Brittany can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, errands
I've been working as a companion for 5 years. Clients I have taken care of have had Dementia, Alzheimer's , blindness, general weakness. My duties were to give med reminders, exercise, light housekeeping, enjoy a movie/television with them. Pick up items at Pharm or food shop. I have earlier years experience as Nurse's aide,...
Karen can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, errands, meal prep
Have been doing home care for the passed 5yrs. I am a certified Home Health Aide.
My experience are Dementia, bedridden, Surgery recovery etc.
My skills are wheelchair, gate belt, walker etc
Amin can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, errands, hospice services, dementia & more
Kylie M.
Stony Brook, NY
$20-34/hr
I volunteered for many years in a nursing home when I was younger and currently have an 87-year-old grandmother who currently has dementia. I help take care of her when my two aunts are out of town.
Kylie can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, errands
Thelma P.
Bay Shore, NY
$20/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Eight years experience as a caregiver I took care of my father-in-law when he was sick took care of a dear friend . I work with afib cancer dementia I give my heart to the elderly patients, They deserve the best care. I prefer to work with Recco agency
5.0
"Thelma was an excellent caregiver to my mother. She was very caring and compassionate. She went above and beyond to make my mother’s needs met. Thelma took care of mother for over two years until her passing. I would highly recommend her."
Care member
Ashley N.
Patchogue, NY
< $10/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have five years of experience in adult and senior care. I have experience with diabetics, persons with dementia and on hospice. I am very reliable, well-mannered and trustworthy. I enjoy working with seniors because everyday is a learning experience for me. Seniors show so much appreciation from the little things that are done...
5.0
"Ashley and I currently work for the same elderly woman. She is a very hard worker and an awesome team player. Also very reliable and a great personality"
Emily S.
Gina B.
Mastic, NY
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hello my name is Gina. I've worked in medical for 10 years I specialize in dementia, long term care, as well as MS patients, tele, med surg, emergency department and labor and delivery. I currently work in the hospital as a float. I am able to assist with daily care and make sure patients needs are met. I look forward to meeting...
Gina can also help with: Dementia, companionship, live-in home care, light cleaning, home modification, errands & more
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
5.0
"Gina is such a polite young lady. She helped me and my family and was such a pleasure to be around. I thank Gina for all her help you provided in such hard times. Thank you Gina you are the best!"
Karen L.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Antonia, I have 15 years experience working in the caregiving and medical fields. This time has made me very dependable , loyal and committed to every client I take on. Over the years I have come to love working with my favorite people, the elderly. Unfortunately my previous employer, the wonderful woman I was...
Antonia can also help with: Live-in home care, personal care, dementia
5.0
"Annie is the most caring person I ever met. She treated my Mom as if she were her own mother. She will do anything to help my mom
She will be a wonderful addition to anyone's family."
Lori L.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I'm a 46-year-old CNA (certified nursing assistant) with over 20 yrs experience. I worked at an assisted care facility (nursing home) for 14 years and now I work private home care for the past several years. I have experience with all ages, especially the elderly. I can help with all daily activities, companionship,...
Nicole can also help with: Visiting nurse, hospice services, home modification, dementia, personal care, respite care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Nicole took care of my husband while he battled pancreatic cancer. Unfortunately my husband did pass away but Nicole was able to make him comfortable during his final days. I forever thank her for all that she has done. "
Nicole G.
Julia V.
Bridgeport, CT
$35/hr • 9 yrs exp
Experienced Compassionate Caregiver Available Asap Days, Overnights Or Weekends
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am loving, caring and patient person. I am a CNA and HHA with experience in nursing home and private duty. I worked in Trumbull and Shelton nursing home. I am available days, nights, overnights and weekends live out. I help with daily activities such as bathing, diapering, transferring, feeding tubes, Foley catheters, meds...
Julia can also help with: Visiting physician, hospice services, personal care, respite care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Julia was excellent!! She is very knowledgeable and took great care of my dad, who has Alzheimer's. She also won over my Mom, who can be very difficult to work with. Our only regret is that we didn't hire her sooner."
Ann J.
5.0
(11)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a Compassionate CNA with 9 years of senior care experience and excellent communication skills. Interact with clients to provide comfort and companionship. Monitor vital signs, provide medication reminders, light house keeping, Bathing and dressing is done with dignity and compassion while encouraging independence. Provide...
Jennifer can also help with: Errands, personal care, companionship, light cleaning, transportation
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"She took care of my mother for a short time. Very compassionate, reliable, helpful. I would have no problem with hiring her again."
Susan B.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I enjoy giving and caring for the elderly. My first experience was with my mother-in-law. I cared for her completely for 10 weeks. My first job was for a 70-year-old woman with the onset of dementia and mostly blind, I cared for her for five years. My next job I took care of an 89-year-old woman with the onset of dementia. She...
Dolores can also help with: Dementia, personal care
5.0
"It is hard to put into words the magic and beauty of Dolores. She will forever be a part of our family. She cared for my mother with severe Dementia and NPH for more than two years- they don't come better than Dolores. She was beyond committed to my mother, wholly...
Aimee F.
5.0
(2)
2007 to 2012: I took care of my mother-in-law who lived with us in her old ages; she had dementia and several health complications.
2018 to 2020: I watched a lovely husband and wife. He was in his mid 90's, and she was in her late 80's with dementia. I would dress them, take care of their medications, and prepare three meals a...
Michael can also help with: Hospice services, personal care, dementia, live-in home care
5.0
"Michael was the primary caretaker of my father and step mother, My Dad passed Nov 2019 and he stayed on and took care of my step mom until her situation needed to be changed. He treated them like they were his family. My father had a skin cancer behind is ear,...
Michele L.
Kinda M.
Fairfield, CT
$19-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Compassionate With Love , Respect, Care And Treat People With Dignity
5.0
(2)
I've been taking care of elderly for more than 6 years, I'm experienced in taking care of them, I have a CNA license , Dementia and Alzheimer's Advance certificate , CPR certified, I make sure that they are comfortable in any need and happy, I always strive to bring smile on their faces and happiness, I also treat them with...
Kinda can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, errands, companionship, dementia, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Kinda is a wonderful, kind, and caring health aid who is proactive and goes the extra mile to ensure her patient receives the very best care. My family and I give Kinda our highest recommendation and would use her services again if we should ever find it...
Douglas P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am caring person, professional treat your family as if it was my very own. I work for assisted living for over 10 years. With supervisors to vouch for me also. I am really loving up beat full of life. Some people do this for money I do this because I care. I work as a volunteer just because a family needed help. As I m the...
Lasandra can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, companionship, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
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Recent dementia care reviews in Port Jefferson, NY
Thelma P.
5.0
Thelma was an excellent caregiver to my mother. She was very caring and compassionate. She went above and beyond to make my mother’s needs met. Thelma took care of mother for over two years until her passing. I would highly recommend her.
- Care member
Ashley N.
5.0
Ashley and I currently work for the same elderly woman. She is a very hard worker and an awesome team player. Also very reliable and a great personality
- Emily S.
Gina B.
5.0
Such a wonderful person and delightful to have. Gina went above and beyond.
- Lisa M.
Antonia V.
5.0
Annie is the most caring person I ever met. She treated my Mom as if she were her own mother. She will do anything to help my mom
She will be a wonderful addition to anyone's family.
- Lori L.
Nicole G.
5.0
Nicole cared for my 77 year old mother who had Alzheimer's Disease until her passing in the beginning of November . She is beyond an excellent caregiver, she has become a friend. She is very knowledgeable and professional. She definitely knew how to care for my mom better than me. She was extremely...
- Theresa J.
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FAQs for finding dementia care near you in Port Jefferson, NY
What is the basic concept of dementia care near me in Port Jefferson, 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 Port Jefferson, 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 Port Jefferson, 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 Port Jefferson, NY is $24.00.
How can I find dementia care near me in Port Jefferson, 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 Port Jefferson, 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 Port Jefferson, 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 Port Jefferson, 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 Port Jefferson, NY?
When you’re interviewing a caregiver for in home care for dementia near you in Port Jefferson, 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.