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60 home care are listed in Amherst, MA
The average posted rate is $24/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby home care is 5 years
Home care in Amherst, MA
5.0
(7)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 6 years of experience. I can help with ADLs. I have worked with a quadriplegic client, autism, behavioral, dementia, Alzheimer's, returning home from surgery, and hospice. I have worked for the State of Illinois, and have been certified through the State of California to do home care. Very active and attentive...
Curtis can also help with: Errands, hospice services, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Curtis was an amazing co-worker on a tough case. He was always helpful, positive attitude and energy along with being consistent."
Touradj M.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
compassionate and dedicated CNA with over 16 years of experience providing exceptional care to elderly patients in nursing homes, assisting living facilities, and homes. skilled in assisting with activities of daily living, monitoring vital signs, and creating a compassionate and caring environment for patients and their...
Veronica can also help with: Companionship, dementia, meal prep, hospice services, errands, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
Wound Care
5.0
"If you want your loved ones to receive respectful and loving care, Veroica will definitely exceed your expectations. She is so professional and loves what she does."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have lived in the USA for five years, immigrated from Brazil, now an American citizen. Coming from the field of journalism and facing a new reality here in this country, I discovered my passion in helping people. I decided to dedicate myself more to this field and I am
currently studying a degree in Psycho-Pedagogy. My study...
Ridan can also help with: Errands, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Ridan is an excellent PCA. He has a bright, sunny, disposition and a carefree manner. Ridan has proven to be punctual, responsible, observant, as well as able to adapt to the progression of our family member's disease and resulting changes to the care plan.
When...
Todd K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
With nursing skills, empathetic and compassionate. Treats clients with dignity. The wellbeing of my client is my utmost responsibility.
Moi can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"My family absolutely loves Moi's family. We tried to hire them, but were unable to do so, with strange circumstances. We will definitely look into hiring Moi's family in the future when we are able to do so."
Steve D.
5.0
(1)
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I have provided companionship/care to seniors; including my mother-- who required full-transfers and 24-hour care.
I am experienced with Dementia and Alzheimer's, Diabetes, CVAs, Amputations, etc. Too many seniors feel "shoved in the corner", especially those with disabilities. I...
Cynthia can also help with: Respite care, dementia, personal care
5.0
"Cyndi is the absolute best person that I ever hired . I first hired Cyndi for house cleaning and she was punctual, dependable and extremely efficient. She knows exactly what needs to be done and does an amazing job. Later I hired her to watch my mom after surgery...
Robert U.
Hello & nice to meet you!! About me, I am a compassionate care giver who is gentle, patient, and focused on the physical and mental well being and comfort of my clients.
My passion for caregiving agrees with me culturally and spiritually, as it's an important calling and enables me to make a positive difference in the world....
Joey can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, home modification, errands, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Joey is an absolute keeper and an angel. He is responsible, compassionate, caring, on time, goes the extra mile, is always in a good mood and, easy to work with. I would highly reccommend contacting Joey for care for your loved one. When Joey was there, i never...
Judith F.
I can take care of seniors. I help them with tasks if needed.
Pamela B.
Amherst, MA
$30-35/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Provide in-home care for disabled, cognitively impaired, and chronically ill patients: hands-on experienced with clients suffering from stroke, dementia, multiple sclerosis, and cerebral palsy. I prepare food according to diet plan; ensure patients follow Care plans, diets, and exercise plans. I also assist with feeding,...
Pamela can also help with: Dementia, companionship, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Pamela is wonderful, high energy, loves to organize and clean and keep things tidy. She follows through on various tasks of the day and week. She is a good communicator, notices my mother's subtle health changes and informs us (the family) promptly and the other...
Candee G.
Jessie P.
Northampton, MA
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Intuitive . Elder Coupled By Humor And The Strength To Navigate The Uncharted Aging Process
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 11 years of caregiving and hospice experience. I have excellent references. I have cared for a range of elders from an abstract expressionist to an academy award winning writer to full time mothers (who often receive no awards (wink)), Academics and Activist. I am well versed in memory loss. I am looking for 5 consecutive...
Jessie can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, hospice services, errands, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Jessie filled a live in role to care for my mother who was suffering from Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, COPD and several other quality of life limiting issues for over 2 years.
Jessie did a fantastic job. She always provided love and compassion with dignity. I would...
Care member
I have 10 + years experience worked with residents with developmental & intellectual disabilities. Home Health Aide/ Certified Nurse Aide.
Hector can also help with: Personal care, companionship, dementia, light cleaning, specialized care, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
Eulalee D.
Sunderland, MA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have over 15 years of experience. I can help with Home Care and Live-In Home Care. I have worked with dementia and Alzheimer's patient in long-term facilities, and in Assisted Living. I also offer home care services working overnight shifts, providing live-in home care services, and house manager services.
Currently attending...
Eulalee can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care, dementia, live-in home care, errands
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
Home Health Aide
I am a first year college student at Smith college. I worked at an elderly care facility through high school, and I am looking for a similar experience. That work brought me an incredible amount of joy, and I was able to bring so much happiness to a lot of residents lives. I want to be able to have that experience/use my skills...
Megan can also help with: Light cleaning, mobility assistance, home modification, meal prep, live-in home care
Yashera R.
Northampton, MA
$15-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
I have 8 years of experience. I can help with daily task , Transportation Services ., I will describe myself as a very easy going person, Reliable, organized, compassionate and supportive person .
Yashera can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, personal care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Danielle I live locally and have been a PCA for several years. I have done all aspects of PCA care. I am a certified home health aide. I have exceptional references, I am a hard-working personal care assistant with a great personality. I'm accommodating, understanding, respectful, reliable , dependable, efficient and...
Danielle can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, dementia, errands, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
CPR
Hi! I'm a 21-year-old college student actively seeking a job as a caregiver. My passion for working with children has been a significant part of my life since I was 14 years old. Over the years, I've had the privilege of caring for many children. One of the most meaningful aspects of my experience has been working with kids on...
Ogechi can also help with: Specialized care, mobility assistance, live-in home care, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
My name is Pamela. I have been involved with senior care for over 12 years. I got in to this type of service as a way to "pay it forward" for all the help my own Mom received from really wonderful people. I love what I do and feel very close with all my clients. It is a passion for me to be kind, reliable, and trustworthy to the...
Pamela can also help with: Personal care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
3.7
(3)
To obtain a position as a caregiver to help ensure people live full, independent and Dignified lives within the comfort of their own home. Dedicated in caring for geriatric patients to improve overall health and well being.
Michelle can also help with: Live-in home care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Michelle is very honest dependable caregiver. After caring for my mother, who had late stage Alzheimer s, by myself for two years I was physically and emotionally exhausted. Then Michelle stepped in, organized my mom's care schedule and provided the most...
Susan G.
Gisela C.
West Springfield, MA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Available For Companionship, Light Housekeeping, Meal Prep, Transportation
4.9
(7)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a Certified Nurse's Aide who is patient, loving, and compassionate. I'm fluent in both English and Spanish. I have 5+ years of work experience as a CNA in caring for the elderly people. Especially, those diagnosed with Alzheimer. I just love what I do and that's what makes my job easy and enjoyable.
Gisela can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, errands, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Gisela took care of my mom who had dementia for the last 6 months of her life. She was very helpful to
mom and our family during a difficult time. Gisella is very knowledgeable about caring for elders with dementia. She has a very gentle and respectful approach...
Brenda P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Ivette, I am originally from Mexico City. I've been leaving in this area for about 10 years. I also used to leave in Montreal, Canada.
I am a dedicated certified nurse assistant with a proven track record at private care.
I am offering my services assisting with daily living activities such as personal care, meal...
Ivette can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, live-in home care, companionship, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Ivette is the kind of employee anyone would be lucky to have. I can highly recommend Ivette. She was always kind, thoughtful and dependable. Ivette cared for my mom for about 4 years. Her duties were many and various. She handled all situations well. I have a...
Care member
5.0
(18)
Responsible caregiver who shows a high level of compassion to the patients and their families. I am able to perform all job tasks needed day to day. I am very reliable and I don't mind picking up last minute shifts if needed. I am fully vaccinated and CPR Certified. I have been a caregiver for over 12 years now and absolutely...
Sheileen can also help with: Light cleaning, home modification, errands, dementia, hospice services, companionship & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Wound Care
5.0
"She is kind and caring and will treat your family or your home like her own."
Samantha D.
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Recent home care reviews in Amherst, MA
Curtis H.
5.0
I hired Curtis to care for my husband, Jim, who has a spinal cord injury. I could not have chosen a better caregiver than Curtis. He is responsible, kind, caring and compassionate with my husband. He has a great sense of humor and he and Jim laugh and have a lot of fun together. He encourages Jim...
- Eunice M.
Veronica P.
5.0
Veronica is an excellent caregiver, very experienced and attentive to her clients.
- Care member
Ridan D.
5.0
Ridan is an excellent PCA. He communicates well and has a bright, sunny, disposition and a carefree manner. Ridan has proven to be punctual, responsible, observant, as well as able to adapt to the progression of our family member's condition and resulting changes to the care plan.
When not...
- Todd K.
Moi M.
5.0
My family absolutely loves Moi's family. We tried to hire them, but were unable to do so, with strange circumstances. We will definitely look into hiring Moi's family in the future when we are able to do so.
- Steve D.
Cynthia M.
5.0
Cyndi is the absolute best person that I ever hired . I first hired Cyndi for house cleaning and she was punctual, dependable and extremely efficient. She knows exactly what needs to be done and does an amazing job. Later I hired her to watch my mom after surgery and she took care of her as if she...
- Robert U.
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FAQs for finding home care in Amherst, MA
How much does private home care cost per hour near me in Amherst, MA?
The average rate for hiring a home care provider in Amherst, MA as of March, 2025 is $24.50 per hour. This cost will fluctuate depending on the provider's level of experience, whether the care is full-time or part-time and the duties required to perform to care for your senior loved one.
How can I find home care near me in Amherst, MA?
Care.com has 8 home care providers for seniors in Amherst, MA. To start searching for caregivers near you, you need to create a Care.com account. To create your account, you will answer some basic questions to help you find home care providers that specialize in your family member’s needs. You will then have the option to either post a job and receive applications from candidates, or you can search for caregivers on the website. You can filter results by distance from Amherst, MA or hourly rate. After you have selected your candidates, you can schedule interviews, check references, request background checks, and can then hire a home health care provider that suits your needs the best.
What types of home care services are available near me in Amherst, MA?
The types of home health care services near you in Amherst, MA will vary depending on the needs of the senior you’re hiring home care assistance for, but home care providers can assist with companionship and fellowship, as well as skilled nursing care. There are also home caregivers in Amherst, MA that can assist with daily activities, such as cooking, medication prompting, dressing, bathing and transporting the senior patient to and from appointments.
How can I safely hire home care near me in Amherst, MA?
If you need to hire senior home care near you in Amherst, MA, we strongly suggest you run an independent background check, request professional references, and interview a handful of candidates. You can also look for providers on Care.com who have a CareCheck badge on their profile, which is a background check we request all in home care service providers complete. Any senior home care providers who complete a CareCheck will have a badge on their profile that displays the date the background check was run.
What interview questions should I ask when hiring home health care near me in Amherst, MA?
When you’re hiring in home health care services near you in Amherst, MA, it can be really helpful to interview a handful of different candidates to help you find the right fit. It’s a good idea to ask them questions about the exact responsibilities they feel comfortable taking on, how they best communicate, and what types of senior health issues they have dealt with in the past.
Ratings for Amherst, MA home care listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Home Care in Amherst, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 19 reviews of the 60 listed home care.