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60 home care are listed in Gales Ferry, CT
The average posted rate is $26/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby home care is 8 years
Home care in Gales Ferry, CT
5.0
(8)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been an LPN for the past 20 years, working in a variety of hospitals, nursing homes, and doctors offices. My nursing license is current and in excellent standing in TX, NY, CT, and VT - I am CPR, BLS, and ALS certified. My skills are diverse and well rounded, and I LOVE what I do. Allow me to show you how I can be of the...
Jennifer can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, dementia, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
5.0
"Jennifer was very professional, informative and helpful. She patiently showed me how to calculate my vital health statistics - bp, blood sugar, oxygen and EKG."
Care member
I am a wife and a mother to a 7-year-old and 18-month-old. I'm a Licensed Registered Nurse, Certified Health, Life and Transformation Coach. I have worked in the Health care field for the past 13 years. Prior to receiving my BSN, I worked as a Certified Nurses Assistant at Fairview (Odd Fellows Home) in Groton, CT. I have...
Michelle can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, dementia
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
(1)
My senior care experience was taking care of my mother who passed away from dementia 8 years ago. I also had the pleasure of taking care of an amazing woman who I took grocery shopping, to doctor appointments, cleaned her house and just keeping her company as well as making her laugh. I took care of my grandmother 30 years ago...
Sabrina can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care, errands, meal prep, transportation
5.0
"Sabrina is a reliable, patient, and thoughtful caregiver. She brought intelligent, creative solutions to the everyday problems that need to be addressed when assisting a senior who still lived at home alone. She had a flexible schedule and handled a wide variety...
Jeffrey H.
Kathy G.
Ledyard, CT
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am reliable, respectful, and enjoy helping people live safely and independently at home.
10+ years of CNA/HHA experience allows me to customize services for all levels of care, including hospice, diabetes, dementia, wound care, or companionship.
Services offered support all ADL'S and IADL'S (bathing, grooming, meal...
Kathy can also help with: Hospice services, live-in home care, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Kathy was exceedingly attentive, trustworthy, strong, compassionate, and thoughtful when providing care for my mother. She provided reliable and consistent high-quality care and went above and beyond when we were in urgent need of coverage. What a relief for my...
Tricia B.
4.8
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Care plan and be compassion for the client and make then get comfortable went I'm there make sure they get the best care from me as a CNA
Carmen can also help with: Companionship, mobility assistance, hospice services, specialized care, dementia, personal care & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Great companion and homemaker always responsible, very optimistic! Will never have you feeling alone or bored!"
Joanne R.
Bhekinkosi B.
New London, CT
$17-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
3.0
(1)
I am a 39-year-old guy who loves to work with the elderly. Im a CNA and I did mostly live-ins and hourly, too. I worked with people with disabilities, Alzheimer's, dementia, etc. I love my job and I do it with all my heart. I am that kind of a person who is dependable and responsible.
Bhekinkosi can also help with: Errands, hospice services, live-in home care, light cleaning, dementia, home modification & more
Skills:
CNA
3.0
"Don't know what happened. Without going into his stuff, he needed 10 days off, I held his position, i couldn't work and leave my mother alone, but he just didn't show up anymore. No response to my attempts for contact and didn't / wouldn't return my house key."
Elima L.
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: Dementia, meal prep, home modification, mobility assistance, hospice services, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
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: Live-in home care, personal 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)
I have an Associates Degree in Gerontology (Social Services for Elderly) and worked in a nursing home as well as private duty aide for the Ct. Social Service Department. I grew up around seniors as my parents ran a private nursing home when I was a child. In the early sixties I had more Grandparents than I could imagine and they...
Marie can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, dementia, errands
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Marie was with my family for eight years. She was my step mother's care giver and then after her death, Marie continued in her role with my father. She made that loss bearable for my father who suffers from dementia. During her time with us, she was a kind,...
Dorothy A.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I work hard I have been taking care of a woman for 30 1/2 years . I'm a happy go lucky person always like to have a good laugh . When I take care of someone I'm in it for the long haul . I'm a people pleaser and willing to do what it takes to make the person happy I go above and beyond on what needs to be done .
Vicky can also help with: Personal care, dementia
5.0
"There is NO ONE more passionate, reliable, trustworthy, than Vicky. Vicky has been more than a Blessing for our family, so much so, we consider her family.
Being 1,300 miles away, we needed someone to care for our bed ridden Mother, and eventually to help take...
Bryan C.
Kathleen M C.
North Stonington, CT
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Healthy, Good Sense Of Humor, Smart And Young At Heart.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have many years of experience caring for seniors. I can help with Transportation Services, limited lifting and transferring, dressing, cooking, light housekeeping, companionship, conversation and etc. I am flexible with my hours and will do overnights.
My hobbies include cribbage, yoga, crocheting, gardening and Zumba, to...
Kathleen M can also help with: Dementia, companionship, mobility assistance, light cleaning, errands, meal prep & more
5.0
"Kathy was the health aide to my father during my wedding. My father has mobility issues and she did a great job helping him as well as my mother getting my father to the right places at the right time. She took a lot of pressure off of my mother so she was able to...
Ryan S.
5.0
(2)
Hello
I have been in the medical field 30 years.
Retired Clinical Medical Assistant and currently a CNA.
I have worked in differing levels of care.
I enjoy the compassion / friendship one on one allows.
I'm very passionate about senior care, kind, caring, calm and very patient and empathetic. I'm able to provide both...
Sherry can also help with: Errands, companionship, light cleaning, live-in home care, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Sherry is very caring, experienced and capable."
Ollie O.
Yulia P.
Uncasville, CT
$22-38/hr • 1 yrs exp
Empathic And Carrying Person Who Understands Other's Needs.
I don't have an experience working in the company but I have my personal experience helping taking care of my grandmother who was 76 with diabetics and 93 yo grandfather . I can help with Home Care, Transportation Services and Meal Preparation.
Yulia can also help with: Errands, personal care, meal prep, light cleaning, live-in home care, dementia & more
Kristie M.
Waterford, CT
$30-40/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Kristie, and I am a compassionate caregiver with a passion for making a positive difference in people's lives. After taking a break to raise my three children, I am now eager to return to a job that I love. With six years of experience in senior care, I have developed valuable skills and expertise in providing...
Kristie can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, hospice services, mobility assistance, companionship, light cleaning & more
Comalita S.
Groton, CT
$17/hr • 10 yrs exp
I been in the home care business for 13 years I start with a company for 7years and I went on my own, I took care of a client for 7years but he just passed , I love helping people and animal too I love dags and cats , , in home care I cook clean and make them fill confidential at there or at the nursing home , I life in the NL...
Michelle Z.
Waterford, CT
$17/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced PCA For Companionship, Errands, Meals, Housekeeping Etc.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am mature, reliable, fun, caring with ABI clients, stroke live in client, child clients, organized for every aspect you may need. I can help with doctor visits, meal prep, housekeeping, socializing, etc.
I have been taking care of seniors for over 5 years now, I have taken care of people from all walks of life and with different needs. I have taken care of clients with dementia, vasovagal syncope, bipolar and independent to list a few. I specialize in companionship, grooming, light housekeeping, bathing, meal preparation, and...
Louisa can also help with: Personal care, light cleaning, mobility assistance, meal prep, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi Folks, I am a (certified) Geriatric Care Manager who is transitioning to a caregiver because I missed the one on one contact (best part of my job)and I'd rather wear sneakers than heels at this point! I have decades of experience helping people to stay happy, healthy and as independent as possible in a variety of settings and...
Pamela can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, personal care, live-in home care
1.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 9 years of experience in senior care and excellent references. I have worked with dementia/Alzheimer's clients. Along with clients with a wide variety of needs. I'm caring and compassionate and love spending time with my clients. I go above and beyond to make sure they are safe and happy. There's nothing more heartwarming...
Christine can also help with: Dementia, companionship, mobility assistance, meal prep, errands, light cleaning & more
I have experience In working with patients who have had dementia, depression and mobile issues. I have helped treat and assist patients as well as my grandparents during their care whether it was morning, evening or overnight. I take a lot of care, attention and patience when it comes to assisting the elderly and I almost always...
Tara can also help with: Live-in home care
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
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Recent home care reviews in Gales Ferry, CT
Jennifer G.
5.0
We hired Jen to help with home care while my wife recovered from a fall. She was a reliable and indespensable part of her recovery process. She stepped in on anything we needed and got my wife well on the road to getting better. She is amazing and we were so fortunate to find her.
- Care member
Sabrina G.
5.0
Sabrina is a reliable, patient, and thoughtful caregiver. She brought intelligent, creative solutions to the everyday problems that need to be addressed when assisting a senior who still lived at home alone. She had a flexible schedule and handled a wide variety of tasks.
- Jeffrey H.
Kathy G.
5.0
We were so fortunate to find Cathy . She's professional, much more than competent , very kind and insightful. Thank you Cathy for making such a difference !
- Mike S.
Carmen R.
5.0
Great companion and homemaker always responsible, very optimistic! Will never have you feeling alone or bored!
- Joanne R.
Bhekinkosi B.
3.0
Don't know what happened. Without going into his stuff, he needed 10 days off, I held his position, i couldn't work and leave my mother alone, but he just didn't show up anymore. No response to my attempts for contact and didn't / wouldn't return my house key.
- Elima L.
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FAQs for finding home care in Gales Ferry, CT
How much does private home care cost per hour near me in Gales Ferry, CT?
The average rate for hiring a home care provider in Gales Ferry, CT as of March, 2025 is $26.00 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 Gales Ferry, CT?
Care.com has 2 home care providers for seniors in Gales Ferry, 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 Gales Ferry, 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 Gales Ferry, CT?
The types of home health care services near you in Gales Ferry, 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 Gales Ferry, 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 Gales Ferry, CT?
If you need to hire senior home care near you in Gales Ferry, 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 Gales Ferry, CT?
When you’re hiring in home health care services near you in Gales Ferry, 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.
Ratings for Gales Ferry, CT home care listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Home Care in Gales Ferry, CT are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 60 listed home care.