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12 dementia care are listed in Thorndike, ME
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby dementia care is 10 years
Dementia care in Thorndike, ME
4.4
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 10 years experience caring for middle age and elderly clients and have worked for a couple of agencies in the past. I have cared for clients that suffer from dementia, Alzheimer, ALS, Parkinson, strokes, and normal aging bodies. I'm comfortable using the gait belts and Hoyer lifts, can transfer from bed to wheelchair,...
Alisha can also help with: Dementia, personal care, visiting physician
5.0
"Alisha aced her interview. However I had already tap another caregiver. I wish I could have hired her."
Wayne M F.
My name is Isabel , I live in Searsmont, Maine, and I truly have a passion for care giving specifically with Alzheimer patients.
From spending every day with my grandfather trying to find any activity I could to keep him engaged and moving, working as a housekeeper and dietary aide while I was pregnant with my daughter to make...
Isabel can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, light cleaning
I am a registered CNA. I have been care-giving for about eight years now. My work began as private in-home care for an elderly woman. I was able to assist with things such as medication distribution, meal prep, light house cleaning, transportation, and daily tasks made difficult by dementia. This included occasional overnight...
Sarah can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, companionship, live-in home care, errands, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
CNA
I enjoy caring for elderly in their homes and providing them with companionship. I have over 5 years experience assisting and caring for elderly clients in residential facilities, and in private home setting. I am certified as a DSP3, and a PSS. I have experience with assisting clients with various medical needs as well as...
Angela can also help with: Dementia, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning, personal care, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(2)
Hi, my name is Susan. I've been a Home Health Care Provider since 2002
I'm a very dependable, caring person. I absolutely love what I do. I'm Certified PSS, CPR, First Aid, and fully vaccinated, non-smoker, and ok with some pets. Experience with Alzheimer's, Dementia and stroke, and experience with Hoyer lift. If you're looking...
Susan can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, errands, companionship, live-in home care, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Susan cared for my mother like she was her own mother! Always happy, kind and willing do what ever my mother wanted to do!
She was an absolute blessing!"
Sue F.
Gail M.
Stockton Springs, ME
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Available for Companionship, Meals, Hygiene, Light Housekeeping, Talk and Fun!
5.0
(2)
Hi, I'm interested in assisting and maintaining happy days with your loved one. I'm am very experienced with the elderly and was a provider for my mother for two years, until October when she passed away. She was 88 yrs. old. My sisters and I provided her with 100% assistance.
She had dementia and needed assistance with...
Gail can also help with: Live-in home care, respite care, errands, meal prep, personal care, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Gail was a very good caretaker for my mother. She was very understanding of her needs. Gail would bring food and snacks to share with my mother. Gail was very entertaining with a lot of conversation and interesting stories. Gail always did more than was expected....
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have had the honor of caring for clients for over 39 years. . I have extensive experience with Cancer, Alzheimer's, Dementia, CHF, and general decline. I work hand in hand with Hospice companies. I give 150% each day I spend with clients. I am a good cook, a good listener, I really enjoy learning about Client's lives, and make...
Debra can also help with: Personal care, dementia, respite care, live-in home care, hospice services
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"We hired Deb around a year ago to help with the care of my 94 year old mother who has dementia.
Deb is thoughtful and attentive to Mom's needs and cheerfully takes on tasks including bathing, toileting, housecleaning ,meal preparation and caring for our family...
Winonah S.
Andrea J.
Waterville, ME
$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I been working as a Caregiver/ Housekeeper for an older gentleman with
Dementia. Fixing his breakfast and lunch.
Having conversation and keeping him company. I gave him his medication. I did the laundry, emptied the dishwasher and took out trash. I'm a honest reliable and energetic person. I'm also very caring.
Andrea can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"We were fortunate to find and hire Andrea for a year and a half before my husband entered a memory care unit. She is a very good housecleaner and an able and patient companion, She prepared delicious meals with a European flair and kept the house in good order....
Jennifer K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a CNA for over three years now. I have been working as a agency CNA traveling to many different Nursing homes both in the state of Maine and outside of the state. I decided to take my love of my work to in - home to better care and take one on one time to the people that I serve. I believe being home is where people...
Nancy can also help with: Personal care, respite care, dementia, hospice services
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Nancy has been caring for my 94 year old mother who has dementia in our home for about a year now. She stays with Mom a couple of days a week to give me a break, and has also done overnight shifts. Nancy is kind and respectful towards Mom and works quietly and...
Winonah S.
Caring for the elderly is something I've been doing over 8 years. I consider it a privilege to be welcomed into someone's life and be able to do what you can to help improve it. I have experience with Alzheimer's and dementia, as well as hospice care.
Kayla can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, companionship, meal prep, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
Susan R.
Winterport, ME
$15-40/hr • 1 yrs exp
I cared for my mother who had dementia in my home for about 4 years, and I cared for an elderly lady in Bangor for about a year. I love to cook and grocery shop and am a good listener.
Susan can also help with: Errands, meal prep, dementia, companionship, light cleaning
Amy H.
Shawmut, ME
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Empathetic, Compassionate Care Nurse, Who Finds Fun In Every Day Life, Even With Work.
I have over 10 years of experience in the nursing field. Prior to becoming an LPN, I was a CNA for 7 years. I have worked in Home Care, various nursing facilities with LTC, Dementia as well as a skilled nurse. I work with IV's, draw labs, as well as various wounds, including wound vac's. I have 2 boys, 17 and 22, and just...
Amy can also help with: Respite care, personal care, dementia, hospice services
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
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Recent dementia care reviews in Thorndike, ME
Alisha B.
5.0
Alisha is great and is very dependable.
- Connie D.
Susan H.
5.0
Susan cared for my mother like she was her own mother! Always happy, kind and willing do what ever my mother wanted to do!
She was an absolute blessing!
- Sue F.
Gail M.
5.0
Gail was a very good caretaker for my mother. She was very understanding of her needs. Gail would bring food and snacks to share with my mother. Gail was very entertaining with a lot of conversation and interesting stories. Gail always did more than was expected. She cleaned and organized without...
- Care member
Debra J.
5.0
We hired Deb around a year ago to help with the care of my 94 year old mother who has dementia.
Deb is thoughtful and attentive to Mom's needs and cheerfully takes on tasks including bathing, toileting, housecleaning ,meal preparation and caring for our family pets.
- Winonah S.
Andrea J.
5.0
We were fortunate to find and hire Andrea for a year and a half before my husband entered a memory care unit. She is a very good housecleaner and an able and patient companion, She prepared delicious meals with a European flair and kept the house in good order. She used her breaks to sit with my...
- Jennifer K.
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FAQs for finding dementia care near you in Thorndike, ME
What is the basic concept of dementia care near me in Thorndike, ME?
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 Thorndike, ME, 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 Thorndike, ME?
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 Thorndike, ME is $18.00.
How can I find dementia care near me in Thorndike, ME?
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 Thorndike, ME 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 Thorndike, ME?
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 Thorndike, ME, 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 Thorndike, ME?
When you’re interviewing a caregiver for in home care for dementia near you in Thorndike, ME, 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 Thorndike, ME dementia care listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.0 / 5
Dementia Care in Thorndike, ME are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 12 listed dementia care.