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60 dementia care are listed in Shirley, MA
The average posted rate is $30/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby dementia care is 10 years
Dementia care in Shirley, MA
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I graduated nursing school in 1998 and have always worked in home care even prior to graduation as a home health aide. When I became a registered nurse I worked on a medical surgical unit for 3 years. After being understaffed, I knew I needed a change and turned to what I loved, assisting individuals in their home. I worked as a...
Kelley can also help with: Personal care, respite care, visiting nurse, dementia, hospice services
5.0
"Kelley took care of my brother who has Muscular Dystrophy. He needed care on all levels from showering, shaving to g-tube, ventilator and stoma care. Kelley did all of this and still had time to neaten up the house. Though Kelley and my brother are from completely...
Evan W.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have over 30 years healthcare experience with my focus being in Occupational Therapy. I have experience in long term care, sub-acute therapy, dementia, developmental delay, pediatrics. 5 years of subacute therapy department management & much more.
Nancy can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, errands, home modification & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Kind and pleasant, loves the elderly. Have many skills to care for people. Will go the extra mile for you."
Lauren B.
Leslie K.
Townsend, MA
$18-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
Personal Care Attendant Looking For Full-Time/Part-Time Work
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a college graduate with a degree in Human Services. I operated my family childcare business for almost 18 years. The economy failed and I was offered a position working with an elderly couple. Sometimes the highlight of a persons day is reminiscing. I have great communication skills but I also listen. My grandmother needed...
Leslie can also help with: Dementia
5.0
"We can not be more appreciative of Leslie. The level of professionalism, knowledge, and care she gave to my husband, in his most difficult part of his life, is unprecedented. We are for ever in her debt!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 3 years of experience working for elderly care, I have worked with all kinds of elderly people, for example dementia , Alzheimer's , Parkinson's, and many other. I have my CNA license , l'm willing to assist patients with daily activities, such as giving medication, showers, dressing , preparing meals, feeding,...
Maria can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services, companionship, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Home Health Aide
Joni A.
Boxborough, MA
$40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced, PCA, Care For Disabled, Elderly, Children, Pets, House Sitting. Companion Care.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am an experienced PCA, with experience in all the above profile titles. I have experience with disabled clients, as well as care experience for clients with Alzheimer's/Dementia, and elderly clients. If you have house sitting needs, I will gladly assist you! If you simply need a companion for your aging mom or dad or any other...
Joni can also help with: Errands, personal care, dementia, light cleaning, transportation, meal prep & more
5.0
"We hired Joni to help with caring for my mother who has several medical issues. Joni was absolutely wonderful. Joni assisted with mobility issues, meals, dressing, light housekeeping and positive companionship. Joni was always on-time and never missed a scheduled...
Jen M.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Covid-vaccinated. I have extensive experience working with Alzheimer's and Dementia individuals. I worked as an Activities Assistant for three years, and an Activities Director for four years. I am a trained medical technician and certified Home Health Care Provider. My degree is in Psychology and Neuroscience. I have a proven...
Marie can also help with: Hospice services, respite care, dementia
5.0
"Marie brings many positive characteristics to her Care Giver role.
She is providing support to me & my wife, both 78.
She has many good attributes. Marie is empathetic; very flexible in scheduling; open to doing new unique tasks for us; plus she's genuine &...
Gary S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
After losing my grandparents within 2 days of each other I left my job to care for others.
I know personally how important it is to both the person and their family to have an experienced and loving caregiver. I work with the family to provide comfort, care and companionship for their loved one.
I have cared for people with,...
Jodi can also help with: Errands, hospice services, meal prep, dementia, mobility assistance, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Jodi was an outstanding care giver for my wife, Doris, for about 18 months until she passed away in July. She was very well organized providing all the assistance for house keeping and personal needs that Doris required. She also kept her spirits up with humor and...
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have experience in home care and nursing home facilities/hospitals. I am currently employed by a local urgent care facility and I am a member of the emergency management department for my city.
I decided to join care. com when I realized facilities thrive on numbers, and my focus is on providing quality care. I believe all...
Paula can also help with: Respite care, live-in home care, hospice services, personal care, visiting nurse, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"My sister and I hired Paula to care for our 93 yr. old father. We feel like we won the lottery finding Paula!
Our father agrees. She's caring, experienced and reliable. We would highly recommended Paula for any care giving situation"
Sheila W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an activity director at a dementia unit looking to find part time work with seniors who might need someone to help with light house work or companionship. I still work almost full time but have one day a week available and evenings and weekends. I have many years of house keeping, pet care as well. Happy to talk and see if...
Eden can also help with: Respite care, dementia, companionship
5.0
"Eden is a caring, responsible, punctual, and ethical caregiver who has provided part-time help to my family and my mother over the years."
Julie B.
Sophia R.
Leominster, MA
$20/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi there, my name is Sophia. I am currently BLS/CPR certified and have about a year of experience working with elders. I currently work at an orthopedic surgery clinic, and a lot of the population is 60+. I have experience in dementia care, as my late grandmother passed from dementia. I am capable of assisting with daily needs,...
Sophia can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep, dementia, errands, transportation & more
Hi, my name is Becca! Although I do not have professional training in taking care of Senior I've cared for my grandmother who passed away due to Parkinson's and Dementia. Loving and caring for those who do need help and sometimes don't realize they need help is something I take seriously as I also am a Behavioral Tech (working...
Isabella B.
Littleton, MA
$30/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as caring, motivated, and patient.
I like caring for seniors because I love getting to know their stories. I like being able to help the elderly get some more freedom and be able to live their lives.
I'm looking for a job that is consistent with hours and that is relatively long term, but I am...
Isabella can also help with: Mobility assistance, errands, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, meal prep & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a PCA and worked in many nursing homes over the last 8 years, I love caring for our senior population and understand the unique challenges that come with caring for the elderly. I have formal training in medication admittance including medication refusals, as well as dementia and other memory loss. I have also worked...
Rachel can also help with: Home modification, personal care, hospice services, live-in home care, respite care, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Hello, my name is Amber and I worked as an aide in healthcare for 10 years. I'm very grateful for the time I've spent being a caregiver and am now a mum to a happy little girl that was born in January of this year. My time in healthcare was spent primarily in long term settings; nursing homes with memory care units and group...
Amber can also help with: Dementia, errands, light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
Hello! I'm a licensed CNA with 20 years of Nurse home care with experience on dementia seniors, and other needs that an elderly person needs, such as bathing, feeding, diapers, wheelchair, in bed patients, etc. I am reliable, focused, and compassionate.
I am passionate with people and very caring for others. I'm happy to help...
Maria can also help with: Light cleaning, live-in home care, dementia, errands, respite care, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
I have extensive experience in home health care. I have dementia training, blood borne pathogen's training, phlebotomy training & osha trainings. I've worked with COPD, CHF, Handicap, Alzheimer's, Hospice & Dementia Clients since 2015 providing a range of services in home care.
I have experience with transportation for...
Johanna can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, dementia, transportation
Skills:
Home Health Aide
I graduated from the Red Cross CNA program in 2012. I am CNA/HHA certified by the state of Massachusetts. I currently work per diem in an assisted living facility. I have been there for the last 12 years. I have worked there full time and part time through out that time period. I work in Reflections which is our...
Tiffany can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, personal care, errands, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
Christopher H.
Pepperell, MA
$17-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
I have 6 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and meal preparation, companionship, Errands/Shopping as well as dementia care.
Christopher can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Rebecca M.
Fitchburg, MA
$15-28/hr
Hello! I am patient and understanding. I have cared for my memiere - that's grandma in French. She has dementia, therefore I understand how difficult it can be. I learned how to help my memiere with these types of issues.
I have worked with individuals who have mental illness, children, and animals.
I am willing to do many...
I have 16 years experience working in a memory care unit with people struggling with dementia. I care for people as if they were my own family and how I'd want them treated. I'm passionate about senior care, reliable, trustworthy, patient and empathetic.
I'm able to provide both physical and emotional support to clients.
I can...
Laurie can also help with: Meal prep, errands, companionship, dementia, light cleaning
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Recent dementia care reviews in Shirley, MA
Kelley H.
5.0
I hired Kelley last year when my 95 year old grandfather came to visit for a few weeks. Kelley was excellent. She helped bath him, put lotion on him, she gave him light massage, and took him for walks. She additionally helped change a bandage he had. She was very kind which put my grandfather at...
- Claudia S.
Nancy B.
5.0
Kind and pleasant, loves the elderly. Have many skills to care for people. Will go the extra mile for you.
- Lauren B.
Leslie K.
5.0
We can not be more appreciative of Leslie. The level of professionalism, knowledge, and care she gave to my husband, in his most difficult part of his life, is unprecedented. We are for ever in her debt!
- Care member
Joni A.
5.0
We hired Joni to help with caring for my mother who has several medical issues. Joni was absolutely wonderful. Joni assisted with mobility issues, meals, dressing, light housekeeping and positive companionship. Joni was always on-time and never missed a scheduled visit. In addition, Joni provided...
- Jen M.
Marie M.
5.0
I am so fortunate to have found Marie to care for my 2 dogs . She truly loves dogs and my dogs immediately connected with her. She was very professional and caring.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding dementia care near you in Shirley, MA
What is the basic concept of dementia care near me in Shirley, 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 Shirley, 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 Shirley, 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 Shirley, MA is $30.00.
How can I find dementia care near me in Shirley, 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 Shirley, 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 Shirley, 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 Shirley, 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 Shirley, MA?
When you’re interviewing a caregiver for in home care for dementia near you in Shirley, 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.