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I'd describe my personality as honest, patient, very caring, and I always treat others as I like to be treated, with respect. I like to laugh, and I am experienced with home care.
I like caring for seniors because everyone should be valued and respected and live their life to the fullest no matter what their circumstances are....
Joann can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, companionship, errands, hospice services, meal prep & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
Hi! I have been assisting elderly for some time now. My usual duties include cooking, light housekeeping , medication management, driving to appts, laundry, companionship, engaging with games, walks/drives.
I have assisted a few in the past and they have since moved into assisted living or nursing or passed. My most recent was...
Janine can also help with: Dementia, personal care, respite care
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a kind, compassionate mature woman, Seeking full or part time aide/companion position since retiring as a professional equestrian and instructor. I am CPR certified. I've cared for seniors with a multitude of illness' both physical and neurological ( i. e., dementia, multiple sclerosis, joint replacement etc....
Juliana can also help with: Personal care, dementia
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Juliana is an absolute gem! She has worked with our family since July 2020 as a caregiver and companion for my father-in-law. He has lived with us for over three years and has later stages of dementia. She has been a trusted asset to our family and is now...
Carrie M.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have taken care of my father for 3 years with dementia. I had to dress him give him medications made meals and made sure he was safe. I also have taken care of 3 other women who have dementia. I enjoy working with the seniors because they are forgotten and need TLC. They still have their self respect and I will give that to...
Susan can also help with: Meal prep, personal care, dementia, mobility assistance, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I employed Susan over a 2 year period to care for my mother-in-law who was 84 years old and recovering from cancer surgery. Susan was caring, patient and very capable. She helped my mother-in-law with daily tasks such as bathing, medications, mobility as well as...
Nicholas K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a certified nursing assistant with a NY state license. I have six years experience working in a nursing home and also helping a family in their own private home. I enjoy what I do, knowing I can help someone other than myself, gives me great joy every day. I have all kinds of experience caring for client with dementia,...
Hortense can also help with: Respite care, live-in home care, hospice services, home modification, dementia, personal care & more
Skills:
CNA
Licensed Nurse
5.0
"Hortense was very sweet, compassionate and professional."
Ann M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am caring person, professional treat your family as if it was my very own. I work for assisted living for over 10 years. With supervisors to vouch for me also. I am really loving up beat full of life. Some people do this for money I do this because I care. I work as a volunteer just because a family needed help. As I m the...
Lasandra can also help with: Dementia, errands, companionship, meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have over 20 years of institutional and home care experience. I truly enjoy my job. It gives me a sense of satisfaction to know I help to make someone's day brighter. I am very dedicated and a true professional. I have a very flexible Schedule. I would be a good addition to any team, I am a true team player. The duties I...
Sherrill can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, errands, companionship, dementia, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"I have hired Sheryl twice to take care of my wife on Christmas day. My wife has Alzheimer’s, and Sheryl spent the day attempting to engage my wife and interact with her. She took great care of her and was amazingly caring and loving, considering she had just met...
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am an adult who has 20 years experience with dementia Alzheimer's patients . I've been doing this privately for seniors advocating I have numerous references at any time you can speak to anyone who I I have worked for . I feel this is my calling I like to work with seniors I think they have a lot to give and I am honest...
Joann can also help with: Personal care, dementia, visiting physician, hospice services, respite care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Joann is a wonderful caretaker with a lot of experience! She has been caring for my parents, who are in their 90s, and we are all extremely happy with her! Joann works very hard and does a super job overseeing all of the PT exercises my father has to do for a...
Lynn G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Sal. I'm Nurse Aide certified with 15+ years experience. I can help with personal care, wound care, hospice care etc. I have experience with all types of conditions with the disabled and elderly population. Especially dementia/Alzheimer's, MS, and Parkinson's.
I believe reliability and knowledge is very...
Sal Luis can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, light cleaning, errands, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Sal was a seasoned care giver that showed a genuine concern for my special needs brother. He offered professional advice and had good insight. He is honest and reliable. He has a nice family, also in health care and education. Solid guy. "
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hi there I'm an experience Home health aide
For the past 6 years. I am certified in Pca & Hha since 2017. I am also fimiliar with Cpap as I have worked for 4 years in the Cdpap department.
I have more avaliabilty Overnight's then Day time shift's.
I am a outstanding responsible and caring individual that loves giving more then...
Diana can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, companionship, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"She is a great person she is lovely and caring person u would love how she is and having her around"
Glenis C.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Lisa. I have 10 years of experience working for a large non profit. I managed a home for the mentally handicap who were suffering with Alzheimer's and Dementia. During my time working for them I worked as a counselor in several of their homes before taking a management position. I am a mother of 4 grown children....
Lisa can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, respite care, personal care, meal prep, dementia & more
Dawn B.
Bohemia, NY
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
Need Help With A Loved One During This Crisis? I'm Healthy & Not Been Exposed To The Virus.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Having worked in both nursing homes and in home care, I have a great deal of experience with the elderly population. Specialize in helping individuals maintain independence as much as possible while providing necessary assistance. I have experience with dementia/Alzheimer's patients from my career in nursing homes as a...
Dawn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, personal care, errands, dementia, transportation & more
5.0
"Dawn gives me peace of mind when she cares for my mother when I'm at work. She takes her to appointments, does some light house keeping and plays games with her. She's plays music and shows on TV that my mother loves. Dawn Is great at knowing what will make my...
Pat P.
Mayreni H.
Bay Shore, NY
$21-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Spanish Speaking Nursing Assistant Looking To Care For Your Loved One.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been working in the healthcare field since 2006. I take care of all my patients as if they were my own family members. I've worked in nursing homes/rehabilitation centers. I have experience with dementia, and kids with special needs. I'm currently working for south shore university hospital for the last 7 years.
I'd...
Mayreni can also help with: Companionship, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
5.0
"May has been an excellent addition to our household. She’s very knowledgeable and efficient. She always goes above and beyond. She’s very reliable and does whatever is needed to help. "
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Antonia, I have 15 years experience working in the caregiving and medical fields. This time has made me very dependable , loyal and committed to every client I take on. Over the years I have come to love working with my favorite people, the elderly. Unfortunately my previous employer, the wonderful woman I was...
Antonia can also help with: Personal care, live-in home care, dementia
5.0
"Annie is the most caring person I ever met. She treated my Mom as if she were her own mother. She will do anything to help my mom
She will be a wonderful addition to anyone's family."
Lori L.
5.0
(1)
Hello my name is Merita, I have a little of over 4 yrs working with veterans both male and female. I am experienced with working with dementia patients. I assist with ADL (daily living) I get them ready for appointments, family visits, or just a trip to the local market. I also help with feeding, bathing, tidying (if needed). I...
Merita can also help with: Companionship, live-in home care, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, errands & more
5.0
"Merita is a loving, compassionate & caring person. She is very dedicated and attentive, always going above and beyond to do her best."
Rosa D.
5.0
(1)
I am a certified PCA and I have of experience taking care of elderly people with medical problems. I am CPR and First Aid trained. I'm a patient, compassionate and caring person who enjoys helping others. I am able to do meal preparations, light house cleaning and can assist with daily living activities such as hygiene,...
Wendy can also help with: Visiting physician, home modification, live-in home care, dementia, visiting nurse, personal care & more
5.0
"Wendy was a pleasure to be around and she help my my fathers last years very pleasant and memorable. She became more than a caretaker she was one of his best friends. She was always punctual and on top of her duties."
Anna J.
Carmen M.
Lindenhurst, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.5
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Caring and compassionate senior care professional with over 13 years of experience. Have worked in both senior assistance housing and private home settings. Extensive experience caring for patients with dementia and or alzheimers.
Carmen can also help with: Companionship, errands, dementia, visiting physician, light cleaning
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
4.0
"from a brief time that was available she displayed a big heart for caring for people"
Eddie M.
Teona T.
Copiague, NY
$17/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi! I am Teona, from Georgia. My country is in Europe, near the Ukraine. I am 34 and I am married. I have got a husband and two kids, a boy and a girl. We have lived in America for 5 years. I have worked with several families as an aide for this period. I have had old ladies and a man. I have a four-year experience. I had severe...
Teona can also help with: Companionship, dementia, live-in home care, hospice services, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
Home Health Aide
Wound Care
5.0
"Teona is absolutely lovely and I can’t say enough wonderful things about her! She’s very caring, patient and kind to my grandma. She’s respectful, reliable and hard working. I trust her and I know she’ll take good care of my loved one."
Theresa R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Arlene. I have over 25 years of experience as a companion for seniors. I am caring, empathetic, very reliable, and supportive of both the client and the family. I have experience with Dementia, MS and hospice. I have worked with over 15 families. I am a non-smoker and have an excellent driving record. I have a...
Arlene can also help with: Mobility assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, companionship, errands & more
5.0
"Arlene took very good care of my mom for about two years up until passing. Mom loved her and had a great time talking with her."
Timothy M.
5.0
(2)
My name is Pamela, and I have been a caregiver since 2011, starting as a certified Home Health Aide in an assisted living facility. I live in Dix Hills and enjoy servicing the community.
I have experience with Alzheimer's and dementia care and enjoy working with the geriatric population. I can assist with ADLs, light...
Pamela can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, transportation
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Pamela is a gem! She has been my 95 year old Mom's weekend caregiver for almost a year and we are very happy with her. She is outgoing and very caring- always goes the extra mile. She helps Mom with errands, ADLs and does a little laundry and light housekeeping...
Kathleen R.
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Recent dementia care reviews in West Islip, NY
Juliana M.
5.0
Juliana is an absolute gem! She has worked with our family since July 2020 as a caregiver and companion for my father-in-law. He has lived with us for over three years and has later stages of dementia. She has been a trusted asset to our family and is now considered family! My husband & I have kids...
- Carrie M.
Susan O.
5.0
Susan was quite a find. We found her through a friend who was under her care for awhile. My mom who is 90 years old developed dementia and rapidly went from a woman who was self sufficient to a person who needed a lot of attention and assistance. Susan came in and took the bull by the horns....
- Ira K.
Hortense M.
5.0
Hortense is an excellent caregiver. She worked with my mother, who suffered from dementia and multiple medical issues for five years. Every medical professional we met in doctor's offices and during hospital stays commented on Hortenses' excellent level of care and attention to my mother's needs. We...
- Care member
Sherrill H.
5.0
I have hired Sheryl twice to take care of my wife on Christmas day. My wife has Alzheimer’s, and Sheryl spent the day attempting to engage my wife and interact with her. She took great care of her and was amazingly caring and loving, considering she had just met her. I have no hesitation whatsoever...
- Care member
Joann A.
5.0
We were lucky to have met Joann when my parents were in need of some help. She was exactly what we were looking for. We needed someone who would listen to their needs, be flexible, dependable and caring - Joann was all of those things and more! We instantly felt comfortable with her and found her to...
- Ilene M.
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FAQs for finding dementia care near you in West Islip, NY
What is the basic concept of dementia care near me in West Islip, NY?
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 West Islip, NY, 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 West Islip, NY?
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 West Islip, NY is $20.50.
How can I find dementia care near me in West Islip, NY?
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 West Islip, NY 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 West Islip, NY?
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 West Islip, NY, 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 West Islip, NY?
When you’re interviewing a caregiver for in home care for dementia near you in West Islip, NY, 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.