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60 dementia care are listed in Smithton, PA
The average posted rate is $25/hr as of December 2024
The average experience for nearby dementia care is 10 years
Dementia care in Smithton, PA
5.0
(8)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I've been a CNA for 29 years . I've done home health , long term care, and hospice care for 8 years and private -duty care for many patients . I can do overnights and bath visits. And daylight shifts. I am patient , kind, helpful and very respectful to my patients and their families. I have experience with parkinsons, dementia,...
Diana can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, errands, companionship & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Diana was an outstanding caregiver to our mom who suffered with arthritis and COPD. Diana is compassionate and kind, and extremely well qualified to handle Senior Care needs. Our mom really enjoyed her time with Diana, and always appreciated her calm demeanor and...
Laurie S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 20+ years of healthcare experience including a current license in occupational therapy assistant with extensive training in Dementia.
Theresa can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Terri is very trustworthy and dependable. I would definitely recommend her if you're looking for a caregiver for yourself or a loved one."
Sharmaine B.
Patricia S.
Scottdale, PA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm very passionate about working with seniors. Organized and experienced in working with a wide range of illnesses and needs. Including dementia patience Parkinson's disease and hospice care. Transfers, pivots, showers, assisting with walking, cognitive therapy and physical therapy. Ordering and dispensing medication,...
Patricia can also help with: Hospice services, respite care, personal care, home modification, dementia
5.0
"Patsy's mantra was "if you are on time you are late," and that matched my dad's perfectly. Patsy took care of my parents both my mother and my father for four years. They became very close and he always looked upon her as his best friend. She was. Her tenderness...
Marianne K.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a caregiver for over 10 years. I'm experienced with the following:
Dementia
Diabetes
Insulin Injections
Speech and swallow disorders
Medication management
COPD
Congestive Heart Failure
Diet & exercise
Ambulation
Hoyer lift
It would be my honor to help care for your loved one.
Patricia can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, live-in home care, hospice services, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Wound Care
5.0
"Patricia was a wonderful caregiver, she has a heart of gold and goes above and beyond for your loved one. She is dedicated to her job and to her person she is caring for. She is funny, caring and loving. She gives her full attention to the person she is caring for....
Care member
4.9
(9)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I have been working with the elderly for 24 years. I have worked for agencies and home care. I have worked as a private duty caregiver for those with COPD, dementia, feeding tubes, oxygen, Alzheimer's, etc. I enjoy working with the elderly. I have a degree in Social Work. I've had many clients through the years. I know the...
Florence can also help with: Personal care, dementia
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Flo was the best, most reliable and trustworthy caregiver for both my patents. She was dependable, loyal, and punctual and we trusted her, and they trusted her with all their vulnerabilities- dementia, blindness, hearing loss, cancer. Renal disease, incontinence,...
Diane M.
Kayla B.
Yukon, PA
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Certified Medication Technician
Certified in CPR
Certified Personal Care Aide
Certified Diabetic Training.
I've work in home health care and personal living assistant for over 10 years. I love working with seniors it's an opportunity to get to know them and hear about there history. I'm a very hard working, I'm always on time...
Kayla can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep, companionship, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Kayla has a big heart she would do anything for anyone. She loves working with the elderly she has done it for many of years. She is very reliable and a on time person."
Denise B.
Amanda M.
Ruffs Dale, PA
$8-13/hr • 4 yrs exp
I am a lifelong resident of Pennsylvania, currently living in RuffsDale . I am a mother of three.
My experience includes caring for individuals with special needs , intellectual disabilities. I have cared for the elderly , persons with dementia , strokes , and more .
In addition I can provide minimal housekeeping , meal prep...
Amanda can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, live-in home care, hospice services, dementia, meal prep & more
Christine R K.
Lowber, PA
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
I have many years of experience. During My first career as a licensed hairstylists for over 30 yrs, I provided excellent customer service and exceptional 1 on 1 personal care . The past few years I have been a caregiver. I have experience with all aspects of personal care , transferring , Bathing , Dressing , cooking ,...
Christine R can also help with: Personal care, errands, respite care, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Alyssa P.
West Mifflin, PA
$25-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! Thank you for viewing my account!
I have 4 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services, Incompetence Care, Bathing/Dressing, Daily exercise PT/OT. Dementia/Alzheimer's care, meal preparation/feeding, housekeeping & companionship.
I am also CPR/BLS certified & fully vaccinated.
Alyssa can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, companionship, errands, mobility assistance, meal prep & more
5.0
"Alyssa took care of my 92-year-old father-in-law. She is loving and caring. I had the utmost confidence in her abilities to care for him. She is trustworthy, reliable and compassionate. Very attentive to his needs. The other caregivers loved working with her. They...
Keith K.
5.0
(4)
I've been in the caregiving field for over 12 years. I recently worked as a training manager in an office role for a homecare agency. I'm able to provide the best care to your loved ones. I have experience with hoyers, wheelchairs, dementia and much more. Also have a degree in nursing.
Kristin can also help with: Respite care, companionship, personal care, hospice services, dementia, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
5.0
"Kristin is a wonderful selection to care for your loved one. She is exceptionally caring & creative with her time dedication with our mom. If you need a reference just message Kristin & ask her for my number. I would certainly talk with any family on Kristin's...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 30+ years of Healthcare experience both in clinical and home settings. I love working in a client's home, getting to know them, and providing the care they need to remain in their home and stay as independent as possible. I am also able to communicate with physicians and others to coordinate appointments, request refills,...
Mary can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, companionship, personal care, meal prep, mobility assistance & more
5.0
"I hired Mary to work with my mom who was 91 1/2 years old. She had suffered a stroke, then was diagnosed with rectal cancer. She has exceptional clinical and nursing skills. Although I worked in health care, Mary was a strong advocate for my mom with multiple...
Linda D.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm 48 years old, I have 2 children in college and I'm single so I have nothing tying me down. I have 25 years experience working with elderly, l have compassion for these individuals whether it's to help keep their independence or help with their every need. I've passed medications, ADL, charted, changed oxygen tanks, transfers...
Stacie can also help with: Home modification, visiting nurse, dementia, hospice services, personal care, respite care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Stacie has been a wonderful addition to our team caring for my mother. Her kindness and wonderful personality have helped my entire family adjust to the demands of care giving. I would highly recommend Stacie!"
Anita G.
4.5
(6)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I started caregiving as a second/part time job 23 yrs ago while living in Southwest Florida, and have been working as a full-time caregiver for the past 14 years. I am very reliable, extremely empathetic, and I love my profession. My experience consists of working with Stroke patients, Diabetics, MS, ALS, Dementia and...
5.0
"Mary Jo cared for my mother during the last months of my mother's life. She was always very caring, attentive and patient. My mother wouldn't let many people help her but she took to Mary Jo and allowed her to help. We were very pleased we found Mary Jo and would...
Maggie G.
4.9
(17)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am formerly from Arizona and have been a Greensburg resident for 17 years.
I have been providing care to the elderly and people with medical needs my entire 40-year career.
My experience includes caring for persons with Alzheimer's, dementia, Multiple Sclerosis, blindness, capgras syndrome ALS (Lou Gherig's disease), and...
Melinda can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, hospice services, errands, companionship, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Melinda is very kind, considerate and knowledgeable. She is willing to go above and beyond to help with whatever your needs may be. She is truly a caring person not looking for the extra $ but seriously has it in her heart to care for people"
Cindy S.
Kelly S.
Jeannette, PA
$28-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.9
(8)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hello I have been a HHA for almost 10 years now. I have a passion and a love for what I do. I've been helping seniors since I was little including my own grandparents. I have experience with Dementia Alzheimer's diabetes, MS, ALS stroke, Parkinson's, special needs, disabled, blind, . I have worked with a lot of hospice patients/...
Kelly can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, companionship, home modification & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Wound Care
5.0
"Kelly helped to take care of my 94-year-old father with CHF and COPD during the last five weeks of his life. She was wonderfully caring, responsible, knowledgeable, and skilled. She was the first to step up when another caregiver needed to call out. She worked...
Lois B.
Kathleen F.
Uniontown, PA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
CNA Looking For Part Time Or Full Time Able To Have A Flexible Schedule Meal Prep,light Housekeeping
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Have been a CNA for 10 plus years worked in skilled nursing facility's attended dementia training. Have provided in home private care. Attended CPR and first aid
Kathleen can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, personal care
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Ms. Kathy was absolutely wonderful!! I couldn't have had anyone better. She was extremely attentive, trustful and reliable and my 97 year old grandfather just adored her! I highly recommend her to care for your loved one because she will show nothing but love...
Maggie B.
5.0
(5)
I care for people as if they were my own family and how I'd want them treated. I'm very passionate about senior care, kind, caring, calm and very patient and empathetic. I'm able to provide both physical and emotional support to clients, help with meal preparation, medication reminders, bathing and dressing, bathroom assistance,...
Gayle can also help with: Live-in home care
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
5.0
"Hi, I had Gayle take care of me in the spring of 2023 after an accident I had at work and broke my hip and also broke my elbow. I cannot say enough about Gayle. The first few weeks after my accident Gayle stayed at my home with me preparing meals she’s an...
Care member
Cindy M.
McKeesport, PA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Private In Home Health Caregiver, Companionship, Housekeeping And Meal Prep. Full-Time
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I enjoy working with seniors and taking care of them and their needs. Preparing meals, medications, housekeeping, laundry and keeping them in a safe and healthy environment. I have worked with clients with Alzheimer's, Dementia, PSP and Handicapped. Take to appointments and shopping. Take them places to get out of the house and...
Cindy can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, hospice services, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Excellent fit so far with my mother which as you all are aware is a major hurdle in the care of a loved one . Cindy is dependable , caring & very much connecting with my mom !So far so good !"
Elizabeth D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have provided care from general companion though end of life care. Have excellent references upon request. Have a strong background in medication management, wound care, dementia/Alzheimer's & mobility. Love to cook and am happy to do light housework. I enjoy helping the family and patient determine a care plan & ADL's suited...
Jennifer can also help with: Dementia, personal care, hospice services, respite care
5.0
"That Jennifer has a heart of gold and she wears it on her sleeve, she is so compassionate and very loving and extremely caring for her clients, she is very worthy and knowledgeable and I only wish I had her when my mother needed help! I recommend her highly!!!"
Debra B.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been in the medical field for over 20 years. I just recently lost my mom to COPD in November and I moved in with her for 3 years. She was on hospice for 15 months at the end. I have been a lead in a lab for 10 years. I was a collection supervisor for Central Blood Bank. I worked for Excela for 6 years as a medical...
Linda can also help with: Meal prep, home modification, mobility assistance, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
CPR
5.0
"Linda was the best, most loving and dedicated caregiver for both of my parents for just shy of 2 years before their sad deaths just 9 weeks apart. Linda was the daughter I couldn’t be since I lived far away from them. She was dependable and loyal and we trusted...
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Recent dementia care reviews in Smithton, PA
Diana S.
5.0
Diana is the most dedicated person in a very difficult career. She made an amazing difference for our mom. Anything and everything she could do to make her life (and ours) better she did. I wish we still had a job for her. If you are looking for help I would highly recommend hiring Diana!
- Carol U.
Theresa K.
5.0
Terri is very trustworthy and dependable. I would definitely recommend her if you're looking for a caregiver for yourself or a loved one.
- Sharmaine B.
Patricia S.
5.0
I have struggled with writing this recommendation because words can't convey just how much Patricia "Patsy" means to our family. Patsy was initially hired to care for my 90 year old mother who had suffered a severe stroke but she also took over caring for my father as his health declined. As an...
- Kyle J.
Patricia D.
5.0
Patricia was a wonderful caregiver, she has a heart of gold and goes above and beyond for your loved one. She is dedicated to her job and to her person she is caring for. She is funny, caring and loving. She gives her full attention to the person she is caring for. Unfortunately her time with us was...
- Care member
Florence K.
5.0
Flo was the best, most reliable and trustworthy caregiver for both my patents. She was dependable, loyal, and punctual and we trusted her, and they trusted her with all their vulnerabilities- dementia, blindness, hearing loss, cancer. Renal disease, incontinence, mobility limitations and more....
- Diane M.
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FAQs for finding dementia care near you in Smithton, PA
What is the basic concept of dementia care near me in Smithton, PA?
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 Smithton, PA, 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 Smithton, PA?
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 Smithton, PA is $25.00.
How can I find dementia care near me in Smithton, PA?
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 Smithton, PA 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 Smithton, PA?
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 Smithton, PA, 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 Smithton, PA?
When you’re interviewing a caregiver for in home care for dementia near you in Smithton, PA, 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.
Ratings for Smithton, PA dementia care listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Dementia Care in Smithton, PA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 60 listed dementia care.