Find Top Memory and Dementia Care Near Me in Westwego, LA
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43 dementia care are listed in Westwego, LA
The average posted rate is $15/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby dementia care is 10 years
Dementia care in Westwego, LA
5.0
(1)
I been a caregiver for 17 years I worked with different age group spots from teenagers to Seniors. I enjoy helping and assisting others. I have a passion for it. I assist in medication reminder, grooming, oral care, hygiene, bathing, incontinence care, preparations of meals, companionship, transportation to grocery store and...
Escalither can also help with: Companionship, errands, light cleaning, dementia, home modification, hospice services & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"She's loving caring great work ethics.Dependable team player."
Shen J.
Gretchen B.
Harvey, LA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Senior Caregiver Who Takes Her Work With Patients Very Serious.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi, My name is Gretchen. I have over 20 years of experience as a caregiver. I have my own transportation and can assist with errands/ grocery shopping. I'm also CPR certified. Experienced with bathing and giving showers. Also experienced with clients who suffer with Dementia/Alzheimers.
Knowledgeable about patients taking...
Gretchen can also help with: Errands, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, meal prep, hospice services & more
5.0
"Ms. Gretchen is very professional in everything she does!!! I loved the relationship she built with my mom and it had me a little jealous lol, but just a little. She made my mother's last days worth living and having her around made my life a whole lot easier...
Care member
Geraldine B.
Metairie, LA
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Personal Homecare Assistance With Activities Of Daily Living Either Full Or Part Time/ Med Admin
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Started my medical career as a certified nursing assistant and went on to become a registered nurse. Hospital experience included working a 28 bed Med-Surg unit in the VA hospital in New Oleans. On a personal note, I was the primary care giver for my father, mother, aunt and cousin until they their passing. I understand very...
Geraldine can also help with: Meal prep, errands, personal care, companionship, light cleaning, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Geraldine has provided us with highly professional Skills. She is dependable, knowledgeable, and a terrific problem solver. I trust her judgement and often seek her advice about my husband's care.
Geraldine is wonderful to have in our household. Her presence is...
Ann R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm very passionate about my line of work. I'm a good organizer and time management. Some of my experience is Hospice ( Making my patients a comfortable as possible, giving bathes, and feeding ). I also have experience in sitting work ( feeding bathing and comforting patient, and light duty's around the house ). I also have...
Aljanee can also help with: Dementia, errands, hospice services, companionship, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"I cannot say enough wonderful things about Aljanee. Her capacity for care, her kindness and generosity of spirit really is special! she took such great care with our 94 year Nana. She works very clean and efficiently. She was a tremendous help and I would hire her...
Rachel L.
Kim S.
Metairie, LA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
3.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have over 9 years of experience working at Magnolia community services with special needs individuals (with both physical and mental disabilities). My class was mainly compromised of the older population. The focus of the class was helping and assisting each individual with daily needs of life. I have also worked for several...
Kim can also help with: Errands, companionship, light cleaning, mobility assistance, dementia, meal prep & more
5.0
"Kim is wonderful and goes above and beyond with everything we've needed from her. Could not recommend more highly."
Lauren B.
Diana C.
New Orleans, LA
$25-35/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, this is Diana a kind, professional and respectful caregiver. I'm not smoker, I own a nice car with insurance and I also have a lot of references for your comfort.
I'm an American Red Cross certified Caregiver. I have a degree in Mass Communication. I speak three languages
and I have a lot experience with young special...
Diana can also help with: Errands, companionship, meal prep, home modification, dementia, light cleaning & more
Dayna S.
New Orleans, LA
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-time/PRN Caregiver Available With A BS In Occupational Therapy
5.0
(5)
I've been an occupational therapist for 22 years with experience in long-term care and geriatrics working with various disabilities and illnesses including dementia, COPD, cancer, Parkinson's, CVA, post-surgical patients, generalized weakness, diabetes, visual loss, hearing impaired, mental illness, etc.
I genuinely love to...
Dayna can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, home modification, meal prep, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Dayna has been working with seniors for over 15 years as an occupational therapist / care giver. She is one of the most compassionate people I know and cares for every person as if they are her own grandparent. She is dependable, nurturing and dedicated to...
Joanne R.
Patricia L.
Metairie, LA
$25-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
I worked in retirement homes for adults, with Alzheimer, psicomotor problems, terminal patients, senile dementia etc
Patricia can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, errands, hospice services
Valerie W.
Marrero, LA
$18-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Well I am gentle and loving compassionate woman loves to help the elderly. Also have skills with dementia alzheimeirs patients as well peg tube feeding. Have experience in transferring with hoyer lift also transfer board. Work with cancer Patients as well.
Valerie can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, errands, light cleaning, dementia, respite care & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Denise P.
New Orleans, LA
$20-25/hr
Hi my name is Denise. I have a grandfather who is turning 100 December 1. I know! I know! I love being around the elderly and helping them out! I have also taken care of many people with dementia. Medication management, companionship, cooking, meal prep, doctors appointments or running errands I do it all! Please feel free to...
Denise can also help with: Errands, transportation, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep
I have nine years experience working with my grandma who suffers from Huntington's disease and I have previously worked with my seniors who had dementia as well as diabetes
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, errands, light cleaning, transportation
Ashi P.
Metairie, LA
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi, I have worked as a home health caregiver for 10 years. I enjoy providing care and helping elders in the comfort of their own homes. I have experience with Dementia, Alzheimer, Parkinson's, and mental health.
Ashi can also help with: Light cleaning, home modification, errands, respite care, meal prep, dementia & more
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Good day! My name is Richard and I've been working with senior care for several years. I have worked in a hospital and provided care for several home care patients. I also worked with Alzheimer's and Dementia patients. I am a fun, loving , up beat, passionate, compassionate and extremely joyful in my line of work. My ultimate...
Richard can also help with: Light cleaning, mobility assistance, dementia, errands, companionship, meal prep & more
Hi! My name is Kathleen and I'm a current graduate student in speech-language pathology (graduating in May). I have a passion for maintaining the quality of life for elderly people and those with dementia through conversations and everyday activities. As a graduate student, I have had experience with the elderly population in...
Kathleen can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, respite care, transportation
Nicole J.
Metairie, LA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am a Certified Nursing Assistant, I have been certified since December 2003, giving me 22 years of training and experience. I've worked in nursing homes, assistant living facilities , I also did home health. I've work at University medical center for 3 years on the
Neuro-stroke unit, I work with Alzheimer's and dementia...
Nicole can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
Home Health Aide
I'm a Certified Nurse Aide currently licensed in LA and multiple states in the US. I've been living in the New Orleans area for over 10 years now. I have a Health Sciences certificate from Horry-Georgetown Technical College in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina with some college classes under my belt. I'm BLS and CPR certified. I have...
Natalie can also help with: Meal prep, personal care, home modification, errands, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
Rickina L.
New Orleans, LA
$22-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello there! I am a previous personal care assistant and have worked in facilities and in homes. I have worked with assisted living residents and dementia patients. I can also provide medication management and other administrative tasks. I also used to be the activity manager at an assisted living facility and always loved...
Rickina can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning
Amber W.
New Orleans, LA
$18-19/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have cared for dying cancer patients and much older patients who were blind and had dementia. I was in nursing school for a time. I am very comfortable with dealing with anyone e in any state of life and health.
Amber can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, hospice services, live-in home care & more
After losing my mother to dementia, I know the patience and caring attitude it takes to work with the elderly. One of the most difficult things that I found was finding someone to sit with mom during her hospital stays. I am a patient and kind sitter. I listen to doctors, nurses and record any information that is pertinent for...
I've been a designated caretaker for both my grandparents who suffered from dementia and other illnesses. I am patient, diligent, and very detailed oriented when ensuring people get the best care possible.
Jaela can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, respite care, errands, live-in home care & more
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Recent dementia care reviews in Westwego, LA
Escalither C.
5.0
She's loving caring great work ethics.Dependable team player.
- Shen J.
Gretchen B.
5.0
Ms. Gretchen is very professional in everything she does!!! I loved the relationship she built with my mom and it had me a little jealous lol, but just a little. She made my mother's last days worth living and having her around made my life a whole lot easier knowing my mother was in safe care!!!...
- Care member
Geraldine B.
5.0
Geraldine is very caring and attentive! I couldn’t have asked for a better caregiver for my uncle!
- Theresa D.
Aljanee J.
5.0
I cannot say enough wonderful things about Aljanee. Her capacity for care, her kindness and generosity of spirit really is special! she took such great care with our 94 year Nana. She works very clean and efficiently. She was a tremendous help and I would hire her again in a heartbeat!
- Rachel L.
Kim S.
5.0
Kim is wonderful and goes above and beyond with everything we've needed from her. Could not recommend more highly.
- Lauren B.
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FAQs for finding dementia care near you in Westwego, LA
What is the basic concept of dementia care near me in Westwego, LA?
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 Westwego, LA, 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 Westwego, LA?
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 Westwego, LA is $15.00.
How can I find dementia care near me in Westwego, LA?
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 Westwego, LA 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 Westwego, LA?
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 Westwego, LA, 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 Westwego, LA?
When you’re interviewing a caregiver for in home care for dementia near you in Westwego, LA, 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.