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60 home care are listed in Dorchester, MA
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby home care is 6 years
Home care in Dorchester, MA
Darline V.
Dorchester, MA
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
My name is Darline V. I have over 7 years of experience as a Personal care assistant. I am very outgoing, patient and caring. I have a great sense of humor, fun to be around.
Darline can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, errands
5.0
"Since 2023, Darline has been caring for my 76-year-old husband who is paraplegic and has serious health issues. We can’t speak highly enough about her contribution to our family’s well-being. Darline is caring, personable, energetic, strong and willing to do...
Mary P.
Have 5 years experience Cna. I have 3 years working with person with dementia, bathing, dressing and much more
Florentina can also help with: Personal care, dementia, live-in home care
I have experience as a licensed nursing assistant in long term care as well as a medical assistant in family medicine. My skills include measuring vitals, point-of-care testing, feeding, bathing, dressing, etc. I currently work Mon-Fri as an orthopedic tech and am seeking a part time job as a caretaker a few hours per week. My...
Siobhan can also help with: Personal care, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, respite care
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Maria G.
Dorchester, MA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
looking for private home care
have over 20 years experience in the medical field
speak English, Spanish and Criollo/ Capeverdean /Portuguese
Friendly/Outgoing/ Love what I do
Maria can also help with: Companionship, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, errands, meal prep & more
Hi my name is Nickey, and being able to care for the elderly or even young is part of my passion I have in life. I am experience in certified nursing and home health aid for four years. I am CPR, FIRST AID certified, and also food and nutrition certified. While working for you with an agency or even private I will perform the...
Nickey can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, live-in home care, personal care
Skills:
CNA
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Assist with ADL. medication doctor appointment some housekeeping. I am a caring giving compassionate person.
Skills:
CNA
Gladys B.
Medford, MA
$25/hr • 4 yrs exp
I Just Love Working With Elderly Helping Them With Their Needs, It Is Rewarding !
5.0
(1)
I am an experienced CNA/HHA with passion and empathy. I have had an opportunity of taking care of a number of elderly with different challenges like Alzheimer's and dementia among others. Working with them was never a challenge because I look at it as a lesson learned.
Gladys can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, mobility assistance, personal care, live-in home care, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"She is a hardworking individual, with great care for the people she works with."
Susan N.
Allen N.
Waltham, MA
$30-35/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Allen and I am a female.
I love to sing, play games like bingo and cards and help people.
Am a certified Nursing Assistant with 8 years of experience with seniors.
I have experience with Dementia and Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, Stroke care, Assisting with errands , Palliative care, hospice...
Allen can also help with: Respite care, live-in home care, hospice services, personal care, dementia
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"We hired Allen to care for my father while he was home. We had numerous aids and nurses visiting him and Allen was be far the best!
Knowledgeable, caring, thoughtful, dependable and great to just sit and talk to.
Our only problem with Allen is that we could not...
Greg B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Joan and For the past 10 years, I have worked towards helping seniors and making sure I put a smile on their faces at the end of the day. I have experience working with individuals suffering from dementia, Alzheimer's, stroke, diabetes, ALS among others. Over the past years working as a Home Health Aide, I have gained...
Joanita can also help with: Personal care, live-in home care, respite care, hospice services, dementia, visiting nurse & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
" Any family would be very lucky to hire Joan. I hired a lot of people to help me care for my family member. Joan was the best. Joan is smart, caring and reliable. She worked for me for more than four years. We worked together doing feeding, changing and oral...
Paula C.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have 16+ years of experience. I can help with Home Care , Personal Care and Special needs, and Companionship. I have been a Geriatric caregiver since 2005 I worked for my company for 6 yrs and been a private caregiver for 10 yrs. Am very compassionate, patience, understanding and easy to talk to. I have a very humorous side...
Alicia can also help with: Home modification, companionship, hospice services, dementia, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Alicia did a wonderful job taking care of my mother for 3 months during her end of life process. She was knowledgeable, very warm and caring and quickly became part of our family. Her sense of humor was appreciated and she provided good peace of mind for us when...
Christopher D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Career Objective
To utilize my extensive experience and nursing education to provide exceptional care and ensuring the highest quality of life for my patients through compassionate and skilled care.
Professional Summary
With six years of experience as PCA / HHA, I can deliver direct patient care in an emotionally demanding...
Prisca can also help with: Home modification, personal care, hospice services, dementia, live-in home care, respite care & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Prisca was hired to take care of my late grand father and we found her extremely professional and exceptional in the the way she does her duties. Besides that she is very knowledge and experienced, would hire her again any day."
Harold D.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I'm a nurse assistant (CNA )with 21 years of experience. I'm HHA, PCA, CPR & FIRST AID certified. I've worked 9 years in a nursing home. I have experience with Dementia, Alzheimer, & Parkinson's patients. The reason I love to take care of the elderly is because it allows me to give back to families by being a helping hand....
Kenia can also help with: Errands, home modification, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Kenia is very compassionate and positive. She was very gentle and engaging with both our elderly parents. She is an extremely hard worker and always on time, pleasant and willing to help however she can. She try helped us through a difficult time."
Peg T.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
A passionate and experienced caregiver for 20+ years experience providing compassionate and attentive care to elderly and disable individuals. I enjoy listening to older people and stories they have to tell. I am a very patient person and am always with the clients, pace following their leads, I have many years experience...
Judy can also help with: Live-in home care, errands, companionship, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
""The caregivers from julien home healthcare have become like an extended family to us. Their genuine warmth, patience, and dedication have made a significant difference in our loved one's quality of life.""
Raffique F.
Franco M.
Waltham, MA
$30-45/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Am a senior caregiver, Negative for COVID-19, vaccinated & already got my booster shot. I'm compassionate with experience of 10 years in taking care of patients especially stroke patients, arthritis patients, dementia patients, Alzheimer's disease patients to make a meaningful difference and helping them by Providing...
Franco can also help with: Personal care, respite care, dementia, live-in home care, hospice services, home modification & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Franco has become part of the family in such a short time. We are grateful for him caring for our dad whilst in the hospital overseas as far away from friends and family. Franco is on time, friendly, funny and professional. He ensures that to keep the family...
Wendy D.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Worked as a caregiver for 16 years.
I'd describe my personality as caring hard worker.
Anne can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, meal prep, live-in home care, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Wound Care
CNA
5.0
"Anne is not only an extremely knowledgeable, attentive and efficient caregiver but she is constantly thinking of ways to optimize care for my mother who has corticobasal degeneration and relaying helpful information and advice. Anne is more than a pleasure to work...
Care member
4.8
(13)
Reliable, service-focused nursing professional with excellent patient-care and charting skills gained through experience as a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA). Compassionate and technically skilled in attending to patients in diverse healthcare settings. I have worked in home care, assisted living, skilled nursing facility. I...
Gleisiany can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, mobility assistance, personal care, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"While my mother was in the hospital and rehab for over two weeks she needed a lot more assistance than the nursing staff could provide. We found Gleisiany through a friend. I stayed with my mother during the day time hours and Gleisiany would spend the night...
Michael Z.
5.0
(10)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey! my name is Lisa. I've been performing In Home Senior Care for the past 6+ years. Through out my experience I've learned so much, but the two most important things have been the keys of care: compassion and empathy. Caring for another person is an act of displaying kindness and concern for others, but empathy is what allows...
Lisa can also help with: Hospice services, personal care, respite care, live-in home care, dementia
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Lisa is a caring and compassionate person and puts everything into her work. She has been a caregiver for my parents for over a year and has become like a member of the family to us. She is on time, will stay until her job is finished, and goes above and beyond for...
Marcia I.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am warm, caring, and communicative, with sympathy for disabled elders. I believe it is crucial to help them live their days with dignity, comfort, and meaningful interactions. I have 16 years experience in nursing home settings and home care. Experience includes dementia, heart failure, terminal cancer, and stroke. Experienced...
Monique can also help with: Live-in home care, respite care, personal care, hospice services, dementia
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
" Monique cared for my 88-year-old father, a stroke victim, for 9+ months until he recently passed. She was warm and good-natured, bringing a lively spark to his day. Her playfulness often elicited a smile or a laugh from him. Monique excelled with transferring...
Julie J.
Andrea S.
Needham Heights, MA
$27-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I provide in- home, assisted living and nursing home health care services to clients with limited physical and cognitive abilities. I work closely with clients and their family on an individual care plan based on their needs and desires.
I am a reliable, caring and compassionate woman who has approximately 20 years of...
Andrea can also help with: Errands, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, home modification & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"Andrea's got a heart of gold and is so good to her clients"
Janet L.
4.8
(21)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hey there, I grew up with my grandparents who I took care of for over 15 years. I saw how needy and beautiful it is to takecare of seniors. I decided to work with seniors. I am a Certified Nursing Assistant, I have worked with wonderful people and I have learnt to be patient with all kinds of patients both with physical and...
Sharifah can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning, errands, dementia, hospice services, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Sharifah is phenomenal she is amazing i was so busy with work and couldn't help with my mother who was after surgery but sharifah did an awesome job working together with the PT my mother is back on her feet and she is always a happy lady again. With sharifah i...
Har A.
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Recent home care reviews in Dorchester, MA
Darline V.
5.0
Since 2023, Darline has been caring for my 76-year-old husband who is paraplegic and has serious health issues. We can’t speak highly enough about her contribution to our family’s well-being. Darline is caring, personable, energetic, strong and willing to do whatever is needed, and a joy to be...
- Mary P.
Gladys B.
5.0
She is a hardworking individual, with great care for the people she works with.
- Susan N.
Allen N.
5.0
I worked with Allen a year go. She was very good at communication, punctual, tidy and very consistent with her job. She was very polite and respectful with the client. I would recommend Allen to a friend and would want to work with her again.
- Doreen A.
Joanita B.
5.0
Any family would be very lucky to hire Joan. I hired a lot of people to help me care for my family member. Joan was the best. Joan is smart, caring and reliable. She worked for me for more than four years. We worked together doing feeding, changing and oral hygiene, transfers from wheelchair to...
- Paula C.
Alicia N.
5.0
My family hired Alicia to care for my 88 year old dad after a bad fall. She was extremely caring and helpful and did a great job with him. I would hirely recommend her as a trusting and caring helper.
- Diana O.
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FAQs for finding home care in Dorchester, MA
How much does private home care cost per hour near me in Dorchester, MA?
The average rate for hiring a home care provider in Dorchester, MA as of February, 2025 is $21.83 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 Dorchester, MA?
Care.com has 6 home care providers for seniors in Dorchester, 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 Dorchester, 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 Dorchester, MA?
The types of home health care services near you in Dorchester, 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 Dorchester, 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 Dorchester, MA?
If you need to hire senior home care near you in Dorchester, 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 Dorchester, MA?
When you’re hiring in home health care services near you in Dorchester, 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.