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Dementia care in Portland, CT
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Jess. I am an experienced, caring and dependable PCA/CNA. Excellent professional references. Clean background. 20 plus years in medical field. My rate is 30. 00-40 an hour.
I have worked with Alzheimer's/dementia, psychiatric, hospice, TBI patients as well as cancer and stroke patients for many years.
Thank...
Jessica can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
Christina P.
Portland, CT
$23-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
I'm Looking To Keep Your Families Safe And Healthy In Their Own Home As Long As Possible!
I'd describe my personality as being compassionate, empathetic, caring
I like caring for seniors because it gives me great joy to see them in a home environment that's safe and their properly cared for as an individual as their needs are all different from one another no two are alike
I'm looking for a job that pays well as I...
Christina can also help with: Mobility assistance, home modification, transportation, errands, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
CPR
5.0
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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Friendly, energetic and conscientious caregiver with nine years experience in dementia and elder care (long term with three families) Assists with day to day care and activities to provide a pleasant and safe environment. Offering assistance with personal activities, meal prep, light housekeeping, transportation and medication...
Courtney can also help with: Dementia, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, respite care, transportation & more
5.0
"Courtney has been helping care for our 88 yr old mom . She helps with daily bathing / dressing , meal prep , light house hold chores. She is kind , professional , caring and has a lot of experience working with elderly . My mom really enjoys Courtney's help and...
Veronica G.
5.0
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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Greetings, my name is Grace. I have been a caregiver for over 10 years.
My passion for taking care of the elderly started at a very early age. My grandmother took care of me and my siblings when my mother passed in my childhood. Whenever I am with a client I have feelings of warmth and family. In this way l believe I am...
Grace can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, visiting physician, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Grace is a wonderful person and caregiver to my mother. She would listen to my mothers needs, and get them right away. Aging at home is not easy for our parents, but Grace made it possible. I would recommend Grace a 100 percent. She is kind, funny, responsible,...
Amy B.
5.0
(2)
Hello Everyone! I Love to do gardening. also Certified Personal caregiver and a former home health aid. Experience with memory care! Dementia and Alzheimer's for many years, look forward to hearing from you!
Leanne can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, companionship, meal prep, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"We have a special needs son who she did a great job watching. She was patient and knew when he needed to take a walk etc. "
Care member
5.0
(3)
I am a Home Health Aide (HHA) with 16 years of caregiving experience and certification as a Dementia Specialist. My work with private employers and home-care agencies has provided me with expertise in:
- Personal care assistance (bathing, dressing)
- Meal preparation and feeding support
- Monitoring vital signs (blood pressure,...
Doreen can also help with: Respite care, dementia, hospice services, live-in home care, personal care
5.0
"Doreen was compassionate, caring and well versed in elder care! She was an absolute asset to our team of caregivers"
Marc L.
5.0
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a very sweet and caring person who is eager to help others. I am looking for work while I'm also in nursing school. When I was in high school I volunteered at a care center making blankets for the elderly, and visiting each week. I would keep the residents company and listen to their amazing stories (sometimes the...
Meagan can also help with: Mobility assistance, companionship, light cleaning, errands, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:
Wound Care
5.0
"Absolutely amazing, She's a great help to mom. Can't recommend enough!"
Cindy L.
I looked after my mother who had Alzheimer's for 10 years while also providing care and companionship to other seniors with varying needs. For example, I performed advocacy, financial tasks and was general and medical POA for a centenarian, while, for other elders, I was just their trusted friend and helper. After my mother...
Christine can also help with: Personal care, respite care, dementia, errands, companionship, meal prep & more
Hello. My name is Rachel & I thank you for taking the time in getting to know me. I am not a CNA, LPN or RN but I have cared for patients in their home mostly running errands, light housekeeping , med reminders , and even preparing food for them. One of these patients was my Nana who had dementia & currently I help my father...
Rachel can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, transportation, errands, meal prep
Doris D.
Glastonbury, CT
$25-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5 years of senior care experience.
Experience with Alzheimer and dementia
Reliable transportation
Speak Spanish
Doris can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, companionship & more
Noxolo M.
Middletown, CT
$17-22/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi! I am Noxolo, I go by Noxy. I am positive & confident young lady have experience hospice life ending patients, dementia patients, companionship, bed bound patients. I have certificate Home health Aide, PCA. I am patient, caring, considerate, attentive and self motivated.
I provide service with everyday tasks and personal...
Noxolo can also help with: Dementia, transportation, live-in home care, light cleaning, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
I started to do care-giving at 1997. I like elderly, they are like little kids who needs special care and love. Originally I am from Europe, from Estonia. I raised up six children, they are all grown up and they own. I have very good references and experiences. I am very good cook, sewing is my hobby, home is always clean. So,...
Eha can also help with: Live-in home care
I currently live with my grandmother who has dementia, so I am familiar with the sickness and how to go about it. I also am available to help with minor things as well.
Kamryn can also help with: Errands, meal prep, respite care, dementia, light cleaning, live-in home care & more
I can provide care and companionship for senior citizens that have Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia. I was employed through the Daybreak Senior Center where I was the Activities Assistant planner. My job duties included researching and developing activities that met the needs, abilities, and interests of the participants. I can...
Michele can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, transportation, personal care & more
I am looking to provide friendship, care, and fun to an elderly individual or couple. I have some medical skills and knowledge as an RN, but I have not worked in that capacity for many years. I managed a food prep store for 9 years and more recently have provided private in home care for clients with mobility issues, cancer, or...
Gale can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, errands, companionship, personal care, meal prep & more
My name is Mersija, I have 18 years experiences cna for elderly folks and I love working and helping them out . I also work in the atria at Rocky hill. I work with residents with dementia and Alzheimer's. I also am a med tech I give them medications including ( eye drops and finger sticks).
Hello,
I am a caring and dependable caregiver with experience in everything from companionship, doctor visits, budget shopping, cooking healthy meals, exercising to improve range of motion, memory care, dementia, gardening, light housekeeping, bathing, grooming, laundry, and all forms of activities of daily living. Reach out to...
Jacqueline can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, errands, light cleaning, companionship, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
Angela A.
Newington, CT
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have worked the last 10 years as a live in caregiver. My clients were the elderly with dementia, Alzheimer's, patients recovering from nursing homes or just companion.
Skills:
CPR
PCA and former Occupational Therapist Assistant and CPR certified. Experienced with dementia, stroke, amputees, etc. Seeking employment to help your loved one with activities, exercise, doctor appointments, cooking, cleaning, bathing and fall prevention. Also helping assit with purposeful goals to improve their independence....
Elaine can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, hospice services, light cleaning, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
Morgan M.
Middletown, CT
$17-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Morgan and I have a passion for older adults and love spending time with them. I have had the opportunity to work as a direct support professional for adults with varying developmental and intellectual disabilities as well as experience in an assisted living facility for individuals with Alzheimer's and dementia....
Morgan can also help with: Personal care, dementia, home modification
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
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Recent dementia care reviews in Portland, CT
Courtney N.
5.0
Courtney is working for us now. She is reliable, kind, responsible, dependable.... in a nutshell she is wonderful. She cares for my mom who has dementia. And her patience and kindness is so appreciated. Mom must enjoy her visits because she is accepting of Courtney coming to the house. Courtney...
- Kim M.
Grace K.
5.0
Grace is a wonderful person and caregiver to my mother. She would listen to my mothers needs, and get them right away. Aging at home is not easy for our parents, but Grace made it possible. I would recommend Grace a 100 percent. She is kind, funny, responsible, honest, and above all become a...
- Amy B.
Leanne O.
5.0
We have a special needs son who she did a great job watching. She was patient and knew when he needed to take a walk etc.
- Care member
Doreen K.
5.0
Doreen helped care for my elderly mother for several years. She was wonderful & I would highly recommend her.
- Dave L.
Meagan R.
5.0
She is so great with my mom. Very kind and reliable person. I would highly recommend her.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding dementia care near you in Portland, CT
What is the basic concept of dementia care near me in Portland, 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 Portland, 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 Portland, 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 Portland, CT is $26.50.
How can I find dementia care near me in Portland, 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 Portland, 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 Portland, 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 Portland, 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 Portland, CT?
When you’re interviewing a caregiver for in home care for dementia near you in Portland, 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.