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58 home care are listed in Florence, MA
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby home care is 10 years
Home care in Florence, MA
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: Transportation, light cleaning, respite care, errands
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.
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: Dementia, companionship, light cleaning, mobility assistance, personal care, hospice services & more
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
3.0
"Alyssa was very good when she was at work, however within the first 2 weeks she had called in as well as quit without notice leaving us in a very difficult position. She was also not forthcoming about her multiple jobs and lack of reliable transportation. We would...
Dale S.
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: Light cleaning, errands, personal care, meal prep
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.
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: Meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning, live-in home care, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Jessie is a reliable, hard working, intelligent woman with a sunny deposition. She was able to keep the situation cheerful even in the worst of times. Jessie cared for my Dad 24/7. She was caring and kind. She was there for him right up til the end."
Cora H.
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.
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, light cleaning, errands, live-in home care, hospice services, dementia & more
I am an attentive respectful, engaging Companion, and Personal Care Attendant, helping clients with dementia, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, acquired brain injuries, cancer, heart and lung conditions, and those in hospice care, providing love, gentleness, respect, compassion, and laughter.
I engage clients in speech,...
Janet can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, hospice services, companionship, errands, light cleaning & more
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: Errands, personal care, live-in home care, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
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, hospice services, personal care, meal prep, errands, light cleaning & more
Karen G.
Holyoke, MA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Karen G.- 30 Years Experience in Elder Care and Administration
In 1987 I became a live-in caregiver for an 88-year-old woman. It was a rewarding experience that lasted for 2 1/2 years and led to the creation of my own business. Established in 1990, Cape Companions provided 24-hour in-home care to many elderly people on Cape Cod, MA. I retired from my business in 2005 and returned to live-in...
Karen can also help with: Live-in home care, personal care, dementia, respite care
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: Dementia, personal care
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
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: Specialized care, personal care, dementia, companionship
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
CNA
I'd describe my personality as patient, kind, adaptable and compassionate.
I like caring for seniors because there is so much we can learn from one another.
Right now I am a student at Mount Holyoke College in South Hadley and I'm looking for a job that works well with my college schedule.
In my spare time, I like to read,...
Maria can also help with: Live-in home care, meal prep, home modification, dementia
Skills:
CPR
I have 10 + years experience worked with residents with developmental & intellectual disabilities. Home Health Aide/ Certified Nurse Aide.
Hector can also help with: Dementia, companionship, light cleaning, errands, specialized care, personal care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
CNA
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: Meal prep, live-in home care, mobility assistance, light cleaning, home modification
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:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"It is most certainly my honor to have been asked to provide a review/recommendation for Michelle Bottom line:Michelle lived with My 86 year old mother 24/7 they were more like roommates than patient and "nurse"...truly. Michelle has become part of our family....
Leslie Q.
I have over 30 years of experience working with seniors , mainly in nursing homes . I can help with Transportation Services and Medical Management, house cleaning and more . I have worked in a senior day care center and group home as well .
Im looking for a change now and would prefer one to one care .
Would love to help seniors...
Paula A. can also help with: Errands, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services, companionship & more
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
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: Meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, errands, companionship, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Beyond being incredible at her job, Gisela is an amazing person. My loved one, Claire, that she cared for experienced mental illness that could result in some challenging behaviors. It took a special special person to care for Claire- and Gisela was that person....
Kevin J.
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: Live-in home care, dementia
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
(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, hospice services, errands, companionship, home modification, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
5.0
"Sheileen is amazing. She takes pride in caring for others. She is a natural. Thank you!!!"
Maria S.
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Recent home care reviews in Florence, MA
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.
Alyssa M.
5.0
Alyssa is caring, compassionate and hard working.
We were very fortunate to have Alyssa help us.
- Zoe Z.
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.
Jessie P.
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 hear my mother, in lucid moments,...
- Care member
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.
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FAQs for finding home care in Florence, MA
How much does private home care cost per hour near me in Florence, MA?
The average rate for hiring a home care provider in Florence, MA as of March, 2025 is $18.00 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 Florence, MA?
Care.com has 1 home care providers for seniors in Florence, 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 Florence, 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 Florence, MA?
The types of home health care services near you in Florence, 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 Florence, 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 Florence, MA?
If you need to hire senior home care near you in Florence, 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 Florence, MA?
When you’re hiring in home health care services near you in Florence, 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.