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Dementia care in Smithfield, VA
Akyia R.
Smithfield, VA
$25-35/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi I'm Akyia, I'm 22 been doing senior care plus more for over three years now, trained by people doing this type of work for over 40 years. Tell me your needs and I'm sure I can get the job done. I've worked with patients on Hospice, Dementia, Alzheimer's, etc just to make a few. I can meal prep, help with daily tasks, hygiene...
Akyia can also help with: Meal prep, live-in home care, dementia, light cleaning, errands
Skills:
CNA
First of all, I have a true respect and desire to be a help and an encouragement to those in the later years of life. I enjoy making their day the best it can be! I have 8 years of experience in Senior care. I have cared for a cancer patient in the following ways: self care of bathing, clipping and painting nails, cooking,...
Sandra can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, errands, light cleaning, mobility assistance, companionship & more
Elizabeth W.
Windsor, VA
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-time - Full-time Depending On Which Days/hours During The Week/weekend Senior Caregiver
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Mother of 3 boys. I enjoy helping people big, small, young and young at heart. I have experience with youngsters from my own and in my younger years. My more recent care experience is with more aged individuals for the last 9 years. I've worked with Long term care, Hospice, Dementia/Alzheimer's, Special needs, Skilled/Therapy...
Elizabeth can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, dementia, errands, meal prep, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Elizabeth (LeeAnn) provided amazing and comprehensive care for my grandmother for the last 8 months while she was in hospice care at her home. LeeAnn is a trustworthy, caring, and loving individual who will care for your loved one like her own family. We cannot...
Amy K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Sakinah. I am a certified nursing assistant with over 20 years of experience. I am pleasant, polite, loving, caring, patient, trustworthy, respectful and empathetic. I have a positive assertive attitude and the ability to remain calm during stressful and unpleasant situations. I am passionate about caring for...
Sakinah can also help with: Home modification, hospice services, companionship, errands, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"Sakinah really helped me in a pinch. She is very experienced and has great personality."
Valerie J.
5.0
(32)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I provide senior care services. I have been in the healthcare field for 20+ years, CPR-BLS certified, COVID, Influenza vaccinated, criminal and motor vehicle background check is part of my portfolio.
I go above and beyond to care for you and your loved one. Please see below for services I provide and feel free to check out my...
Cherita can also help with: Companionship, errands, light cleaning, home modification, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"Cherita has been fantastic with my Dad. My Father can be difficult in terms of allowing help to come into his home. Cherita has been patient and slowly allowing him to adjust to this new situation. Dad has been very complimentary of Cherita. She has been on time...
Cindy F.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I have been a caregiver for 10 years now in New York and Hampton Roads Virginia. My years with experiences with Home Instead Senior Care for 3 years and private clients (with or without Dementia) for more than 2 years has given me the confidence, knowledge and skills of care-giving that your mom or dad may need at the comfort of...
Jane can also help with: Dementia, personal care, mobility assistance, companionship, hospice services, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Jane took care of my mother she is the best caregiver i will for sure hire her again if any family member needs one. I highly recommend Jane to those who are looking for honest trustworthy and very reliable."
Elle J.
Kayla B.
Williamsburg, VA
$25-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a warm-hearted person who enjoys caring for others as well as providing companionship. I have cared for many families over the past two years, some of whom had an individual with Alzheimer's. I have also worked at an assisted living facility as an activity professional. What sets me apart is my dedication to your...
Kayla can also help with: Companionship, personal care, errands, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Kayla (Nicole) was everything you want when you bring someone into your home to care for your seniors. She treated them with such great care and respect, and she is just like family, only better! She did everything we needed and then some, dealt well with family...
Matthew S.
5.0
(3)
I have 10+ years of nursing experience. I can help with Transportation Services, Dementia and Intellectual development disability individuals. I asssist. residents with activities of daily living including helping with meals, transferring using assistive devices, bathing, dressing and grooming. I'm very reliable, service-focused...
Kendra can also help with: Dementia, personal care, respite care, hospice services, live-in home care
Skills:
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"Great at what she do, truly cares for the people she taking care of"
Dexter L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a licensed caregiver at a area hospital (PRN ONLY). I've worked in the private sector providing home health services. I'm willing to create an individual care plan for each client tailored to their needs and services I'm fully vaccinated and boosted. I'm CPR and first aid certified. I'm very hands on and attentive to my...
Cassaundra can also help with: Companionship, dementia, respite care, meal prep, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"She was very punctual hired for my elderly mother, who has dementia for the evening. My mom actually remembered her in the morning and said how sweet she was, so that is a BIG plus! Will definitely be hiring her again!"
Kari P.
4.7
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I had the BLESSING of caring for my mom and my dad for more than a decade.. I understood clearly the importance of CARING ,,, I am a private in-home care-giver for geriatric clients for many years. With a focus on MEMORY LOSS, ALZHIMORS, AND DEMENTIA.. I am a very LOVING and CARING individual and take care of my clients...
Maria can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, live-in home care, personal care, respite care
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Maria is the most considerate caregiver I have met. She has a heart of gold and is extremely kind and generous. If my mother was still here Maria would still be acting as her caregiver. If you want the best caregiver on this website then you will hire her. I thank...
Allison S.
Amanda G.
Hampton, VA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 30 years experience in bed side nursing. I have worked in nursing homes, assisted living, hospice environments, private duty, and hospitals. My specialty is geriatrics patients. I've worked with dementia and Parkinson's patients. I've taken care of those who have also had physical disabilities and mentally challenged. I...
Amanda can also help with: Live-in home care, companionship, dementia, hospice services, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
Wound Care
5.0
"Amanda helped advocate and provide companionship for my mother in her last months in a nursing home. Amanda is a great communicator, compassionate caretaker, and overall great person. I would recommend her without hesitation!"
Derrick R.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
My name is Elizabeth and I specialize in delivering personalized, compassionate care to seniors! I got started with personal experience of caring for my own grandmother, and have since acquired experience from working in a senior facility and also private, in-home care. I have worked with patients who have Alzheimer's/Dementia,...
Elizabeth can also help with: Dementia, mobility assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, personal care, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Licensed Nurse
5.0
"Libby was great working with my dad and finding activities for him to do. I highly recommend Libby and would hire her again. My family moved and Libby was great with assisting my dad and even help us with our move.
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Caroline K.
Abner P.
Hampton, VA
$25-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi my Name is Abner. I am a Certified Nursing and Home Health Associate (CNA/ HHA). I am out- going and I am passionate about Elder Care. I have over 6 years of Nursing Experiences working in Home Health, Nursing Home, and Hospital. My Nursing Care Specialty includes: Quadriplegics, ALS, Alzheimer and Dementia, Parkinson's, and...
Abner can also help with: Hospice services, respite care, dementia, personal care
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Abner is an amazing caregiver. He quite quickly became part of our family. He immediately established a good rapport with our dad. His kind and an efficient manner made dad comfortable with the level of care that Abner was providing. Our dad looked forward to...
Care member
5.0
(13)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I m a highly experienced Certified Nursing Assistant and home health aide with over 15yrs of experience and dedication. I take pride in caring for all patients young and elderly. I ve had the opportunity to work with cancer patients, Parkinson, Dementia, Alzheimer's , hospice, or just being a companion. I don't mind going the...
Jenneh can also help with: Hospice services, personal care, dementia, respite care
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Jenner is a GODSend. My mom fell on September 9th and broke her leg in 5 places. The rehab center has a 30 to 1 ratio of nurses to patients and we hired Jenner to be my mom’s private night nurse at the rehab center.
My sisters and I live out of state so we...
Care member
Ta N K.
Chesapeake, VA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have been working with elderly and stroke patients since 2007. I have some experience with dementia patients. I can take them to appointments. Follow dietary guidelines. I have a sense of humour. Companionship with chata over tea or coffee. Play board / card games. I knit and have taught quite a few people how to knit. I am a...
Ta N can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, respite care, hospice services, meal prep, errands & more
5.0
"Ta was extremely conscientious in her role assisting me each week. She was always on time, which I appreciated as these were all doctor appointments. She is quite a compassionate person, as well as knowledgeable on many subjects. We always had interesting...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a Personal Care Aide and a Certified Nurse Aide.
I have performed home health skills such as housekeeping, bathing, feeding, cooking, Dementia, Alzheimer's disease care, social interactions, assisting with medication, activity planning and bookkeeping duties.
Completed 15 years of experience with assisting the elderly. I...
Helena can also help with: Personal care, respite care, live-in home care, dementia, hospice services
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I've known Helena for more than 10 years in several capacities. She has proven to be trustworthy, easily trainable and dependable."
Hazel H.
5.0
(13)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I have 20+ years of experience in home health care, hospice, special needs and CPR/first Aide certified. I have been blessed enough to work with all types of ailments and to name a few, dementia, Alzheimer and ALS. I am very passionate about the care I give to my clients, always willing to go the extra mile. I worked in...
Resse can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Resse is a godsend! She is endlessly cheerful, compassionate, and so incredibly helpful. My father enjoys her company and when she's there, I know he's safe and well taken care of and his home is in order. I don't know what I'd do without her!"
Al H.
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have worked with dementia patients for 2 years and love what I do. I sincerely enjoy taking care of, and helping people. I am currently studying biochemistry, premed, at Old Dominion University
Noel can also help with: Personal care, dementia
Skills:
CNA
Brandon F.
Newport News, VA
$17-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as Calm, Inventive, and Sincere
I'm looking for a job that brings the opportunities for growth in a field and the unique conversations and learning experiences one can garner from caring for the elderly
I started caring for seniors when I was a young child with my grandparents one whom was bed...
Brandon can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, home modification, meal prep, mobility assistance
Juliet H.
Newport News, VA
$15-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have previously cared for my grandfather who has Alzheimers, as well as another elderly woman who had dementia. Both times I was thrilled to work with them. I love to learn all my elderly clients favorite songs so we can sing them in the car (I am a big fan of old music). I have no problem helping with anything an older person...
Juliet can also help with: Companionship, home modification, dementia, personal care, specialized care, mobility assistance & more
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Recent dementia care reviews in Smithfield, VA
Elizabeth W.
5.0
This girl is fantastic with the elderly who has dementia, agitation issues and hallucinations!! I wish I had found her long before I did! She is great, calm, loving to her patients, treats them as her own family. She did "Spa days" with my mother in law!! She brought items from her own home such...
- Jackie R.
Sakinah A.
5.0
Sakinah really helped me in a pinch. She is very experienced and has great personality.
- Valerie J.
Cherita B.
5.0
Cherita takes her job very seriously. She is very concerned about the care and wellbeing of our elderly. She is a very dedicated, hardworking, and dependable individual. She is very passionate about her job, and enjoys her time with her clients.
- Tierney R.
Jane T.
5.0
Jane is dependable, trustworthy and a natural caregiver. As compared to her peers, she exceeded all our expectations. I highly recommend Jane to take care of your loved one with reservation. Best care ever!
- Care member
Kayla B.
5.0
Kayla (Nicole) was everything you want when you bring someone into your home to care for your seniors. She treated them with such great care and respect, and she is just like family, only better! She did everything we needed and then some, dealt well with family dynamics, and communicated with us...
- Matthew S.
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FAQs for finding dementia care near you in Smithfield, VA
What is the basic concept of dementia care near me in Smithfield, VA?
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 Smithfield, VA, 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 Smithfield, VA?
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 Smithfield, VA is $22.50.
How can I find dementia care near me in Smithfield, VA?
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 Smithfield, VA 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 Smithfield, VA?
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 Smithfield, VA, 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 Smithfield, VA?
When you’re interviewing a caregiver for in home care for dementia near you in Smithfield, VA, 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.