Find Top Memory and Dementia Care Near Me in Shirley, MA
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60 dementia care are listed in Shirley, MA
The average posted rate is $30/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby dementia care is 10 years
Dementia care in Shirley, MA
I spent many years caring for my elderly father with dementia. I did housecleaning, meal prep, bathing, changing and giving him his medication. I dealt with the nursing homes ultimately when my father had to be placed in one and nothing could beat the care he was getting at home. Our loved ones deserve to be cared for as if they...
Shirleyann can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, transportation
Hi, my name is Cindy. I have had over 10 years experience. Working with the elderly is very rewarding to me. Giving them the care, love and understanding they need is a great feeling, I feel like I am giving back somehow.
I have worked with people with cancer patients, dementia, diabetes just to name a few. I also do hospice...
Cynthia can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship & more
I know how to do vital signs, transfer with hoyer lift, blood sugar checks. Care for irritated dementia patients.
Jacqueline can also help with: Live-in home care
Skills:
CNA
I have work with elders with dementia. I have helped with daily activities such getting ready and showering.
Meaghan can also help with: Personal care, dementia, hospice services
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
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: Meal prep, dementia, errands, mobility assistance, hospice services, 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
Hi there, I'm Danielle. For the past 3 years I had the pleasure of gaining 1:1 geriatric/ dementia care experience. I have a lot of compassion and patience that is necessary in caring for such individuals and take pride in being responsible for their care. I would be so happy to help you and your family by caring for your loved...
Kate K.
Fitchburg, MA
$25-27/hr • 10 yrs exp
Licensed Nursing Assistant 25 years in long-term care facilities, home care, private care, experience with dementia, Alzheimer, and using the hoyer lift
I'd describe my personality as happy, smiley and caring
I like caring for seniors because I like to help them
I'm looking for a job to sustain my life
I started caring for...
Kate can also help with: Home modification, light cleaning, errands, dementia, respite care, meal prep & more
Angel B.
Fitchburg, MA
$22-50/hr
Hi my name is angel Ive been working as a cna (certified nurse assistant) for almost 2 years now and. Have worked in rehab, long term and dementia patients
Angel can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, live-in home care, hospice services, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
Hi, I am Maribel I have worked as a private caregiver for the elderly for over 7 years. I feel that it's important to focus on how the person is feeling and adjust your approach with them as needed. Building a space of trust is so important as their world is slowly becoming unrecognizable and they may not feel like they need the...
Maribel can also help with: Errands, companionship, dementia, light cleaning, mobility assistance, meal prep & more
Hi! I'm a 44-year-old mom, living in Pepperell MA, with my 2 kids and husband. I'm originally from South Africa but has been living in the States from 2006. My hobbies include Crossfit, swimming and the outdoors. . I am a caregiver at heart and absolutely love spending time with senior folk. Helping someone else and making their...
Tracey can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, companionship, errands, meal prep, personal care & more
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm former nurse in Brazil, with over 10 years of experience trained as an intensive care nurse. I have gotten the experience that I needed to providing direct care to clients with multiples health care issues including dementia, cancer, major or minor surgeries and other conditions.
Passionade for health and people, I believe...
Tamy can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, personal care, errands
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have worked in Adult Day Health for 19 years with seniors 60 - 100 , some with Dementia and Alzheimers, doing activities ( light exercises, card and board games, going on short walks). I can do light housekeeping and meals. I enjoy talking to and listening to all of the stories seniors have give. I have my own car and can take...
Linda can also help with: Errands, transportation, dementia, visiting physician, companionship, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Linda was so amazing with our participants and families. She showed so much patience and compassion with them."
Patricia V.
Experience with dementia strokes special needs cancer hospice communication records daily reports
Barbara can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
I am Wound care certified. I hold IV certification. CPR/BLS and Dementia training. I am experienced with hospice and palliative care.
Jocelyn can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, hospice services, companionship, meal prep, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Kristen A.
Leominster, MA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
HHA, CNA, PCA, Looking For Part-time Work. In This Field A Long Time. Currently Taking Care Of My Own Disabled Elderly Mother.
I have a big heart for the elderly. During my 4 years of high school I took the Health Occupations trade and have learned a great deal about how to care for each person's own set of needs. I cared for family members on hospice and who have needed care in their own homes and provided them with comfort and respect. As I've said I...
Skills:
CNA
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm an experienced caregiver with very good references. I've cared for elderly people that have Dementia, Alzheimer's, and people who have a problem with mobility. I am used to preparing meals, bathing, changing adult diapers, feeding etc. I have no problems working with the elderly. I believe in making their time here with...
Anna can also help with: Visiting nurse, hospice services, respite care, live-in home care, personal care, dementia & more
Lily S.
Lowell, MA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Personal Care Attendant Available For Part-time And Full-time Work. Able To Bring To Dr. Appts
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Bilingual in Spanish, compassionate, patient, positive, flexible and hardworking private caregiver with 10 years experience with Alzheimer's/Dementia. In 2011 I left my job as a customer service representative with the IRS to take care of my beloved father full-time with Dementia who passed in May 2017. Since then, I had been...
Lily can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, personal care, dementia, hospice services, meal prep & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Lily was a caregiver for my mom for nearly two years. She had cared for people with dementia and Alzheimers before. I was in need of someone with those experiences. Lily is bilingual in English and Spanish which I also needed for my mom who was early in her...
Cathy P.
Sarah N.
Dracut, MA
$40/hr • 7 yrs exp
4.9
(13)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
I have been a certified home health aide and experienced Certified nursing assistant for 12years working with the seniors, I am very reliable, dependable , professional and compassionate. I have worked with people with Alzheimer, recovering from stroke, Parkinson, dementia and several other cases.
Sarah can also help with: Dementia, companionship, errands, light cleaning, live-in home care, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Sarah has been taking care of my parents for 9 months and she has been fantastic. She works 4 days a week, 12 hour shifts. She is attentive, professional, responsible, punctual and a superb caregiver. My father has dementia and she is very good with him and very...
Jennifer P.
5.0
(14)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I have been working with the elderly since 2005, I did work in an assisted living for 15 years, I am a CNA and also have a HHA and CPR/ first- aid trained . I worked with many families over the years, I have experience taking care of the elderly with Alzheimer's, dementia, handicap, clients who are in hospice, preparing...
Aida can also help with: Live-in home care, errands, light cleaning, companionship, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"It is a pleasure to write a reference for Aida who has been providing in-home care for me for the past three months. This is my first time needing such care as I have had deteriorating health and functioning over the past year and a half following a car accident....
Carol M.
5.0
(2)
I have taken care of quadriplegics, disabled seniors and mainly elders with dementia. I enjoy my work, been doing this for 15 years and longer, starting with my own mother. Love seniors. Just ended employment with a 90-year-old because the family decided to move her to assisted living. I am flexible to what a family's needs are....
Roseann can also help with: Dementia, personal care
5.0
"Roseann was very good with my mom.She was extrememely dependable; always showed up early and never called out for her shift. She was also very flexible and did whatever we needed her to do.I would highly recommend her ."
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Recent dementia care reviews in Shirley, MA
Jodi R.
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 good advise. She became a close...
- Care member
Linda M.
5.0
Linda was so amazing with our participants and families. She showed so much patience and compassion with them.
- Patricia V.
Lily S.
5.0
Lily was a caregiver for my mom for nearly two years. She had cared for people with dementia and Alzheimers before. I was in need of someone with those experiences. Lily is bilingual in English and Spanish which I also needed for my mom who was early in her dementia and had regressed to mostly...
- Cathy P.
Sarah N.
5.0
Sarah is so kind, gentle and capable. She’s very dependable, always on time , very very professional. Excellent with my husband till end of life. She’s loved by the whole family. I would recommend her again and again,
- Care member
Aida A.
5.0
Aida is caring, trustworthy, and a team player. She adapts well to changes. She is a pleasure to work with. She is a valuable asset. In this day and age, it is hard to find qualified, caring, and trustworthy caregivers, but Aida is all of those. Thank you Aida for everything you did for us!
- Michelle L.
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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.