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60 home care are listed in Colchester, CT
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby home care is 10 years
Home care in Colchester, CT
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have more than 30 years of experience as a certified caregiver for seniors, including Dementia and all stages of Alzheimer's. I have provided live-in, overnight and intermittent care, medication management and transfers. I am a licensed, insured driver for appointments and errands.
Susan can also help with: Home modification, personal care, live-in home care, respite care, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Susan is an excellent Caregiver and a pleasure to work with. She is punctual, dependable, and always goes above and beyond when caring for our Mother. She is trustworthy, knowledgeable and has years of experience caring for Elders. I highly recommend her for any...
Martha D.
Dina A.
Colchester, CT
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Home Health Aide Available Full-Time. 20 Years Of Experience.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am responsible, and reliable. A nurturer by heart. I give one hundred percent in anything I do. Certified in Dementia, Alzheimer's, and End of Life. Proficient in providing exceptional in home support to patients with a wide range of disabilities, or other challenges. Certified Home Health Aide for 30+ years. Medication...
Dina can also help with: Hospice services, visiting nurse, personal care, respite care, home modification, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
(10)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I am a blessed mother of two grown children and grandma. I have spent my life devoted to being of service to others.
I made the shift to caregiving about 4 years ago after a dear friend was diagnosed with cancer and found it to be very rewarding. I cared for her from treatment to her last day. Most recently cared for a...
Katheryn can also help with: Errands, meal prep, mobility assistance, dementia, companionship, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Kathy is an amazing light with great intentions compassion. She's been a cherished addition to our family."
Jennifer S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Certified & Insured PCT with 25 yrs experience in the medical field. I provide quality in home care for your loved ones promoting safe, healthy, happy, independent living. I also have great experience with Dementia and Alzheimer's. References available upon request.
Tracy can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, dementia, home modification, respite care
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Very kind person. Would be a good employee. Worked in a doctor's office with her and she was always very, very nice to our patients."
Mary F.
Kristen W.
East Haddam, CT
$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Kristen, I'm 32 years old and I am looking to find a part time position with a person in need. Though I do not have many years experience with senior care, I have many years of experience working with children of all ages as a nanny. My responsibilities included- housekeeping, meal prep, transportation,...
Kristen can also help with: Personal care
Hello,
I am a caring and dependable caregiver with experience in everything from companionship, doctor visits, budget shopping, cooking healthy meals, exercising to improve range of motion, memory care, dementia, gardening, light housekeeping, bathing, grooming, laundry, and all forms of activities of daily living. Reach out to...
Jacqueline can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, errands, live-in home care, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
Worked for Interim Healthcare for 17 years, moved on to Private Care. Have had 2 Long term cases. Experienced in Dementia Care, and Hospice. Reliable, Responsible, Excellent References.
Lisa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, companionship, personal care, dementia & more
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Natalia and I have a passion for providing compassionate care for elderly individuals. With 20 years of experience, I am confident in my ability to meet the unique needs of each person I work with. From assisting with daily activities such as showering, dressing, and feeding, to ensuring medications are administered...
5.0
"Nataliya worked as a caregiver for my mother from 2019 until her recent death at age 97 this Jan 2024. Nataliya is a compassionate and skilled caregiver who engaged lovingly with my mother. She has good judgement and makes sound decisions. She was keenly...
Alison H.
I am a personal care attendant. I am looking for a part time job visiting with a seniors and doing some light housekeeping and cooking. I will also run errands, or just sit and chat and play a game. I used to love doing these things with my grandma when she was alive.
Doreen can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, transportation, personal care
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm a retired cardiac RN of 15 years.
I have extensive experience with the elderly and medically vulnerable, including hospice patients & have been consistently providing home caregiving to clients since 2020. I am now looking to become independent and branch out on my own.
I'm willing to do housework (general...
Elizabeth can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, errands, hospice services, companionship & more
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
PCA with valid certificate. Experience with diabetics, heart conditions, feeding tube, dementia and medication assistance
Charlene can also help with: Respite care, personal care, dementia, hospice services
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Charlene is literally the best and I would highly recommend her when she is available. She is reliable and punctual and has made a extremely difficult situation with my Mother much easier. She has a great personality and my mom truly loves her, she has become part...
Matthew J.
I have over 20 years of experience. I graduated with an associates degree in nursing in 2005. Prior to that I worked as a CNA in the hospital, skilled nursing, and private duty settings. I was a volunteer EMT and CPR instructor. As a nurse, I have worked med/surg, pediatrics, family practice, psychiatric, and Homecare. I have...
Michele L can also help with: Respite care, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, personal care & more
Kelly P.
Middletown, CT
$22/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Experience in senior care as well as child care. I love to make people smile. I treat all clients the same way I would want my family to be treated.
Kelly can also help with: Personal care
5.0
"Kelly was a such a compassionate, warm person. My Mother loved having her as her caregiver. Kelly went above and beyond all the time. She was a dream!!!!"
Susan B.
Cindy G.
Old Saybrook, CT
$27/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Personnel Care Giver ; Seeking Part Time Work! Short Notice Is Fine/very Flexible,
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm an active/energetic "empty nester" care giver with 16 years experience. My first two seniors had Alzheimer's which was both a learning experience and challenging, at times. Currently, I'm looking for part time position near Old Saybrook (18-30hrs weekly). Please message me, if you think we might be a good match. Thanks! ;...
Cindy can also help with: Dementia, mobility assistance, personal care, companionship, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Cindy is friendly, has a good sense of humor, is extremely loyal and cares about the people she works for."
Nancy V.
Deirdre A.
Preston, CT
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.7
(14)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I am a experienced home care provider with 25 + years. I specialize in dementia, hospice, ALS, stroke, strengthening, Parkinson's, cancer, and spinal cord injuries. I have experience in all aspects of home care. I train families for easy transitioning with loved ones. I can make a stressful and difficult situation easier on both...
Deirdre can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, meal prep, home modification, companionship, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Deirdre is a wonderful, caring person who really cares about helping people. She goes above and beyond and is truly such a knowledgeable person, so experienced in her field of care. I can't say enough about her. She is great."
Thomas F.
5.0
(3)
I have been a care giver for the past 15 years without any issues. I assist with personal care each as bathing, feeding, dressing, cooking and so on as it has to do with their needs. I love doing this job because, I have a good sense of helping the needy or the elderly who can not help or support themselves.
Joyce can also help with: Personal care, live-in home care, hospice services
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Joyce is very hard working and respectable woman who takes her job very serious. She is dependable, caring, loving, down to earth and very punctual."
Hannah S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Very caring person looking for work as a senior caregiver. I am an experienced companion/homemaker for 5 years. I am seeking part to full-time employment. I am very compassionate, caring, and dependable. The services I provide are: caregiving, homemaking, companion, grocery shopping, travel to appointments. I have excellent...
Emina can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, errands, mobility assistance, light cleaning, dementia & more
5.0
"Due to my work schedule that requires a lot of travel time I can't be there for my mother at times but having Emina has made all the difference. Whenever I am not in town Emina takes care of my mother by keeping her company, providing entertainment, going shopping...
Ahmad O.
Grisselle J.
Manchester, CT
$23/hr • 10 yrs exp
Do You Need Help With Home Daily Tasks? I'm A Phone Call Away!
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked as a Personal Care Assistant and Home Health Care for over 10 years, I have developed a deep understanding of the physical and emotional needs of individuals requiring assistance at home. My experience includes assisting with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and meal preparation, as well as providing...
Grisselle can also help with: Live-in home care, home modification, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Marie,
I want to personally thank you for taking care of my mom during her last days. Your time with her was incredibly special and made her comfortable. I wish I could have spent more time in Connecticut, but having you there was a tremendous help to me and my...
Agnes P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I feel there is no other rewarding job than to help people and make a difference in someones life. I am a very caring, loving and outgoing person. I feel like I have a special way with children where I'm able to build a relationship and trust with them no problem. I am currently a certified nursing assistant as well as nursing...
Mariah can also help with: Hospice services, visiting nurse, dementia, personal care, respite care
Skills:
CNA
5.0
(1)
I am not your average Care Giver.... I have over 20 years of holistic body, mind and spirit centered care giving, teaching and training of others. Extensive experience with dementia and stroke clientele, hospice care, spinal degeneration and medication administration. My background is in Body Centered Therapies, Energy work,...
Charon can also help with: Personal care, respite care, hospice services, dementia, live-in home care
5.0
"Charon worked with my mother as a companion as needed over the period of several months to a year. She always brought her cheerfulness and fun ideas for engaging my Mom. She helped with getting my Mom lunch and even brought fresh vegetables from her garden on...
Jane P.
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Recent home care reviews in Colchester, CT
Susan S.
5.0
Susan is an excellent Caregiver and a pleasure to work with. She is punctual, dependable, and always goes above and beyond when caring for our Mother. She is trustworthy, knowledgeable and has years of experience caring for Elders. I highly recommend her for any Caregiver position.
- Martha D.
Katheryn A.
5.0
I have had the pleasure being trained and working with Kathy for over 3 years . We shared the same client and have learned so many different things from one another during that time. Kathy is an excellent caregiver who is very compassionate about what she does. Her compassionate nature, reliability,...
- Carola D.
Tracy M.
5.0
Tracy naturally digs into her work and is thorough - meaning, you likely aren't going to have to ask her to do something, but you may have to ask her why she dives so deep! I have known Tracy since high school and much of her experience is in the medical field, along with housecleaning and...
- Kalyn S.
Nataliya V.
5.0
Nataliya worked as a caregiver for my mother from 2019 until her recent death at age 97 this Jan 2024. Nataliya is a compassionate and skilled caregiver who engaged lovingly with my mother. She has good judgement and makes sound decisions. She was keenly observant of my mother's condition and both...
- Alison H.
Charlene H.
5.0
Charlene is literally the best and I would highly recommend her when she is available. She is reliable and punctual and has made a extremely difficult situation with my Mother much easier. She has a great personality and my mom truly loves her, she has become part of our family.
- Matthew J.
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FAQs for finding home care in Colchester, CT
How much does private home care cost per hour near me in Colchester, CT?
The average rate for hiring a home care provider in Colchester, CT as of January, 2025 is $21.00 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 Colchester, CT?
Care.com has 2 home care providers for seniors in Colchester, CT. 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 Colchester, CT 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 Colchester, CT?
The types of home health care services near you in Colchester, CT 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 Colchester, CT 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 Colchester, CT?
If you need to hire senior home care near you in Colchester, CT, 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 Colchester, CT?
When you’re hiring in home health care services near you in Colchester, CT, 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.