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59 home care are listed in Amherst, MA
The average posted rate is $24/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby home care is 5 years
Home care in Amherst, MA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Lydia, and I am available to help care for your loved one! Currently I am a companion 3 days a week for a lovely woman in her late 80s who lives alone. Prior to that I was a caregiver for a couple in their 90s with various physical issues. I was their companion, cook, driver, laundry helper and cleaner. Past...
5.0
"Lydia was great with my parents, communicated well with me and was very proactive dealing with things that needed to be done. She was flexible and willing to help in any way needed."
Anne P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a Nursing Student and Certified Clinical Medical Assistant. CPR and First Aid trained. I have 8 years experience as being a home health aide. I am passionate about daily living support for people of all ages.
Kayleigh can also help with: Companionship, dementia, respite care, errands, personal care, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Licensed Nurse
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"I hired Kayleigh in early June 2021 to make 2-3 dinners per week for my elderly parents and to get my mom ready for bed. My mom had a severe stroke about 8 years ago and requires help in all areas.
Kayleigh is a fantastic cook! Good food is very important to my...
June E.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Aging/dealing with changing needs isn't easy-on those who are experiencing it as well as their families and friends. If aware of these changes, the person in need of care can be left feeling frustrated and isolated and their families feeling strained. I have worked with several home care clients over a span of about 20 years. In...
Jennifer can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, respite care, transportation
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Jennifer cared for my husband for several years. He had dementia and she very capably cared for him as his disease progressed. She was patient and understanding and an enormous help.
I miss my husband, and I miss Jennifer(!)"
Lucia N.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 6 years of experience as a professional chef and 1 yr caregiver. I can make creative meals according to dietary needs. I can help with Errands/Shopping. I can do home cleaning, Help with personal grooming. I can also do gardening with consumers like vegetable or ornamental plants like bonsai . I can help with exercises...
Ephraim V can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, personal care
5.0
"Ephraim was pleasant, gentle and caring with my husband. He was very concerned with his safety and that his care was done properly. A bonus for us was that he used his skills as a chef to make us a wonderful Asian meal, it was a treat, and he cleaned the kitchen...
Eunice M.
4.3
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Alyssa I'm 27 yrs old & I have 8 years experience as a Nurse Assistant. I'm very patient, loving & understanding . I have experience in NH long term care, rehab, hospice & private home care. I absolutely love what I do and cannot imagine doing anything else . I have great references and full availability ....
Alyssa can also help with: Companionship, dementia, personal care, hospice services, mobility assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Alyssa is a kind, compassionate, hard worker. We were very fortune to have Alyssa to help us. "
Care member
4.8
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am an honest caring , respectful , loving care provider / LPN with 8 years experience with live- in care and hourly care . I am also 1st aid and CPR certified and I do love my job as well as my client, I have worked with client with dementia, cancer , hospice, Parkinson's , Alzheimer's and stroke rehab. I do love taking care...
Amanda can also help with: Companionship, dementia, light cleaning, errands, hospice services, home modification & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Very qualified, caring and professional. We are so lucky to have hired Amanda."
David L.
Kathleen P.
Springfield, MA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am interested in senior care because I have taken care of both my parents, and my aunt when they were ill. I have lived in for periods of time to help them. I have also worked for home helpers and interim healthcare and stavros. I have done shared living with a handicapped woman in my home. Presently I am working with 2...
Kathleen can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, respite care, live-in home care, personal care, meal prep & more
5.0
"Karhy took very good care of my dad until we unfortunately had to place him in assisted living. She is always on time and never called out. Highly recommend!"
Sue C.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a healthy, cheerful and reliable woman who seeks jobs caring for elders. I have 15 years of valuable and verifiable experience. Certification in CPR and Medication Management. Experience with dementia/ Alzheimer's, Parkinson's. I have love in my heart and availability in my life. Let's talk!
Mary can also help with: Companionship, dementia, personal care, errands, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Mary was caring, dedicated and wonderfully creative in caring for my mother in law these past two years. "
Care member
Hello, I am a professional CNA, over 18 years experience! My skills include helping with dementia, or physical disabilities. I can cook many kinds meals! I do housekeeping, run errands, doctor appointments, medications, fun activities, and help with animal care! I I am a non-smoker, and a non drinker! Please let me know what I...
Susan can also help with: Companionship, dementia, meal prep, errands, live-in home care, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
Hello
My name is Dora. I have a wealth of experience taking care elderly
. No level of care is too much for me. I understand how important it is to have exceptional care for your loved ones and I look forward to learning more about your family. I have experience with dementia, Parkinson's, diabetics, and others, send text...
Dora can also help with: Companionship, dementia, live-in home care, errands, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Home Health Aide
Kimberly K.
Southampton, MA
$20-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 4 years of experience. I have experience in Wound Care, Parkinsons, Dementia, Hospice Care, IV Medication, Medication Distribution, wheelchairs and walkers, chair exercises, bathing, dressing, lifting, meal prep, house cleaning transportation, and shopping.
I enjoy giving companionship to people. I enjoy sitting with...
Kimberly can also help with: Dementia, errands, personal care, hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Kimberly M.
Warren, MA
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Personal Care Attendant Looking For Part Time To Full Time Work
I have been helping and assisting the elderly for many years I have worked with Dementia/Alzheimer's. I don't mind running errands and housework. I love animals also.
I have 7 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Respite Care. I am very compassionate and caring.
Katsiaryna can also help with: Dementia, errands, meal prep, hospice services, live-in home care, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Kimberly R.
West Springfield, MA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-Time Caring And Compassionate Caregiver Available
I am a very caring, compassionate and patient woman. I am looking to provide home health care and companionship during the day. I have worked on a surgical/trauma unit as a Technical Associate. I can provide wonderful personal and professional references. I look forward to hearing from you and thank you for your time. Have a...
Kimberly can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, personal care, respite care
I have always felt a special connection to seniors. I am passionate about helping folks to remain in their home and truly enjoy providing companionship, meal prep, errands, light personal care and housework. I have been a home care provider for 20 years, and was a Certified Nurse Assistant in Massachusetts for 16 years. I have...
Bernice can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, personal care, respite care
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Doralis S.
Springfield, MA
$19-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Personal Care Attention Looking For Part Time Work Available For Companionship Housekeeping
My name is Doralis S. I enjoy working with senior citizens I love caring for them making them laugh and feel better helping them out with most of the daily things their not able to do them self.
Doralis can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, live-in home care, personal care, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Home Health Aide
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a positive and energetic mother of two and grandmother to three grandchildren. For several years, I worked on PCA mostly because I love working with people that need help or companion. Recently, I'm moved to Haverhill. I'm looking for a way to earn a little extra money while doing the thing I love. I'm confident, energetic,...
Wilmarie can also help with: Companionship, dementia, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Home Health Aide
I'm a Certified Nursing Assistant with over 3 years of experience home care and skilled nursing. I have experience in ADL's, Grooming, Range of motion, Transfers, Mechanical lifts, Behavior redirection, Safe patient handling, Meal Prep, Companionship Map certified, Hospice and Post mortem care, etc. I'm also a great listener and...
Sara can also help with: Companionship, dementia, meal prep, errands, live-in home care, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
I have been a PCA for 20+ years. I specialize in Senior Care in order for them to be able to remain at home. I am a former medical assistant. I am caring, compassionate,. I enjoy keeping my clients active with daily activities of their choice whether it be walking, in home P. T or ROM exercises, reading, watching movies or...
Bonnie can also help with: Companionship, dementia, live-in home care, errands, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Charity W.
Easthampton, MA
$25-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
Specialized Dementia Care, Diabetes Care, Comfort At Home, Generalized Health Care, Companionship.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am PCA Certified in the state of Massachusetts with 15 years experience. Initially I lived-in 5yrs with an Alzheimer patient, who needed care in the comfort of her home. This gave me a realization of a real and immediate need in the community. I have since acquired certification and now specialize in personalized care and...
Charity can also help with: Companionship, dementia, personal care, specialized care
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Home Health Aide
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Recent home care reviews in Amherst, MA
Lydia L.
5.0
Lydia was great with my parents, communicated well with me and was very proactive dealing with things that needed to be done. She was flexible and willing to help in any way needed.
- Anne P.
Kayleigh C.
5.0
I hired Kayleigh in early June 2021 to make 2-3 dinners per week for my elderly parents and to get my mom ready for bed. My mom had a severe stroke about 8 years ago and requires help in all areas.
Kayleigh is a fantastic cook! Good food is very important to my father and he loved her cooking....
- June E.
Jennifer H.
5.0
Jennifer cared for my husband for several years. He had dementia and she very capably cared for him as his disease progressed. She was patient and understanding and an enormous help.
I miss my husband, and I miss Jennifer(!)
- Lucia N.
Ephraim V A.
5.0
Ephraim was pleasant, gentle and caring with my husband. He was very concerned with his safety and that his care was done properly. A bonus for us was that he used his skills as a chef to make us a wonderful Asian meal, it was a treat, and he cleaned the kitchen thoroughly afterwards.
We couldn't...
- Eunice M.
Alyssa M.
5.0
Alyssa is caring, compassionate and hard working.
We were very fortunate to have Alyssa help us.
- Zoe Z.
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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 April, 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 29 reviews of the 59 listed home care.