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58 home care are listed in Gardner, MA
The average rate is $19/hr as of November 2024
The average years of experience for home care is 7 years
Home care in Gardner, MA
Ruth B.
Gardner, MA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have 10 years of experience. I Have a certificate of HHA. I 'm working with the dementia and Alzheimer's dementia elders. I help them with shower, wear them clothes, serve them breakfast, lunch, snack, to do exercises, and companionship. I'm a good helper, dependable and hardworking. , bed to wheelchair, wheelchair to the...
Ruth can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Ruth is a very kind person. She is caring for my elderly mom that has dementia and my mom just loves her. I would recommend Ruth to anyone that needs care for their loved one. She is a very patient loving and understanding person. I am very lucky to have found...
Regina B.
I have 30 years of experience with medical background. Cooking Transportation Services, Medication Management, hospice
Christine can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
CNA
Gabriella H.
Gardner, MA
$17-22/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Gabby.
I am a certified medical assistant. Over the past few years I have been a caregiver for children, through positions here on care. com. Before that, I cared for my grandmother as a
PCA (personal care assistant) for two years. I helped with various needs over the duration of that time, due to...
Gabriella can also help with: Companionship, mobility assistance, transportation, personal care, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Heather O.
Gardner, MA
$17-27/hr • 10 yrs exp
Personal Care Attendant. I Have 20+years Experience With The Elderly And Babies And Children.
I have worked with new born all the way up to the elderly. I have been in this field of work for 20+ yrs. This is a career that I have chosen because it is something I truly enjoy doing. I am very comfortable using hoyer lifts, electric standers. Have clients from minimal care to hospice.
Heather can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, hospice services, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
I have years of experience with infants to elderly. I can help with many ADLs. I have a medical background of 15 years.
Donna can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, personal care, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Sharon M.
Gardner, MA
$22-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Companionship Light Housekeeping Shopping Errands Meal Prep
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a certified nursing assistant for 30 years 25 of which I worked in the same nursing home I like to help people in need and spending time talking playing games spending time outside in nice weather. I am proficient in personal care I have experience with people that have all kinds of disabilities. I am a very kind,...
Sharon can also help with: Errands, dementia, hospice services, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"It is my pleasure to offer a review and recommendation for Sharon. The only difficult part is where to start. Sharon has been assisting my 89-year-old uncle who was suffering from advanced dementia. He had difficulties communicating, ambulating, & attending to his...
Christopher K.
Sarah-ashley A.
Gardner, MA
$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Sarah!
I have 3 years of childcare experience, holding private nannying roles as well as being a teaching assistant in preschools. I am currently earning my degree in early childhood education and aspire to become a lead teacher one day. I look forward to hearing from you and letting you get to know me further :)
Sarah-ashley can also help with: Transportation
Paula M.
Westminster, MA
$20-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 8 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Meal Preparation. I worked in an assisted living facility for the past six years. I am now looking for a one on one. I am extremely organized, work well with family's and any home services your loved one has in place ( PT, OT) I know how to read a care...
Paula can also help with: Personal care, errands, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Paula was my mom & dad's caregiver for the last two years. She was a part of an extraordinary team of caregivers that I put together over several years. The team that cared for my parents around the clock were the very best of the very best., They made an...
Kelly Q.
Colleen B.
Fitchburg, MA
$27/hr • 9 yrs exp
4.7
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I was an EMT for many years and was certified in CPR/aed first aid etc. I have worked all different hours even overnights with my clients! I love to help out elderly and treat them the way I hope someone will do with me! I am a 57 yr old widow with a furbaby and two adult boys and I love what I do and I tend to fall for my...
Colleen can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, errands, live-in home care, dementia, companionship & more
4.0
"Colleen has been supportive and responsive in all of our dealings with her ."
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hi, my name is Ana. I have been working as a caregiver for over 6 years, and I enjoy it very much. I can do light housekeeping, cooking, help with bath and dressing and company. I have been working more caregiver jobs in my most recent years. I'm very responsible and honest. My first caregiver job was for a retired scientist who...
Ana Lucia can also help with: Personal care
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Ana is amazing. She is an extremely hard worker and kind around older people. She takes the initiative to get things done and was extremely reliable. She cared for my father who was 91 for years. Ana showed my father compassion and care that allowed him to be...
Bruno M.
Jackline N.
Fitchburg, MA
$25-40/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi there! My name is Jackline and I have worked as an Aide for the past three years as I go to school (now I'm in college). I basically work with seniors to make their daily lives easier.
Jackline can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, live-in home care, dementia, personal care, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
I am a dedicated and compassionate certified home health aide with over 4 years of professional experience in providing care to elderly patients of all levels of necessity. My focus is on maintaining client safety and comfort by ensuring my patients receive the best possible care. I am a hard worker skilled at assisting with...
Varona can also help with: Meal prep, live-in home care, mobility assistance, companionship, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
I know how to do vital signs, transfer with hoyer lift, blood sugar checks. Care for irritated dementia patients.
Jacqueline can also help with: Live-in home care
Skills:
CNA
Worked in livein positions with Nashoba homecare for 6yrs. Worked as a CNA in hospital for 1 yr. Worked as a residential counselor in group homes for 2 years. I love taking care of people in needs , I do all kinds of ADLs, house cleaning, laudry, meal prepation and administet medication , MAP certified. Did nursing LPN for 1...
Skills:
CNA
Hello :) My name is Michelle and I am a CNA / CHHA with over 10+ years experience. I am a kind and patient young woman who enjoys working with and caring for seniors. I would be glad to help out you or your loved one if you are in need of a care giver. I have experience working with seniors with Alzheimer's and dementia. I am a...
Michelle can also help with: Meal prep, errands, transportation, light cleaning, personal care, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
Amohnie D.
Fitchburg, MA
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Personal Care Aide Available For Full Time Or Part Time. Companionship, Housekeeping,meal Prep. Priv
I am a personal care aide. I preform daily routines such as bowels, baths, dressing, feeding, cooking, errands, ect. Ive been a pca for about 5 years now and I have lot of experience. I am a very hard compassionate worker and love what I do for work! I love to help those in need and make them feel comfortable in whatever...
Eileen G.
Fitchburg, MA
$18-19/hr • 8 yrs exp
I have 8 years experience in Senior care. In
addition to companionship, meal prep, personal care and light housekeeping, I am willing to help with medication management and an occasional appointment/errand. I am good with pets.
I'm caring, compassionate, competent and reliable and flexible. I try to take care of your family...
Eileen can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, personal care & more
Rebecca M.
Fitchburg, MA
$13-28/hr
Hello! I am patient and understanding. I have cared for my memiere - that's grandma in French. She has dementia, therefore I understand how difficult it can be. I learned how to help my memiere with these types of issues.
I have worked with individuals who have mental illness, children, and animals.
I am willing to do many...
I have work as a dining services coordinator for 7 years. I am currently been working as a developmental specialist for 6 years and I been working as a direct support professional for the past 4 months.
Dulce can also help with: Personal care, respite care, hospice services, live-in home care
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
2022 Companionship- elderly woman (early onset dementia): socialization, stimulation, grocery shopping, outings, preparing meals
2021 PCA + Companionship- elderly gentleman (Parkinson's, mild cognitive impairment, mobility deficit); assist out of bed AM/into bed PM, application/removal/cleaning external sheath catheter,...
Tina can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, personal care, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
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Recent home care reviews in Gardner, MA
Ruth B.
5.0
Ruth is a very kind person. She is caring for my elderly mom that has dementia and my mom just loves her. I would recommend Ruth to anyone that needs care for their loved one. She is a very patient loving and understanding person. I am very lucky to have found Ruth. She's very reliable always on...
- Regina B.
Sharon M.
5.0
It is my pleasure to offer a review and recommendation for Sharon. The only difficult part is where to start. Sharon has been assisting my 89-year-old uncle who was suffering from advanced dementia. He had difficulties communicating, ambulating, & attending to his personal care needs. In a warm,...
- Christopher K.
Paula M.
5.0
Paula was my mom & dad's caregiver for the last two years. She was a part of an extraordinary team of caregivers that I put together over several years. The team that cared for my parents around the clock were the very best of the very best., They made an unbearable situation bearable and brought...
- Kelly Q.
Colleen B.
5.0
Colleen is doing an amazing job with my 95 year old mom. Bathing and dressing along with other household duties. She is punctual and personable.
- Kathy H.
Ana Lucia S.
5.0
Ana is amazing. She is an extremely hard worker and kind around older people. She takes the initiative to get things done and was extremely reliable. She cared for my father who was 91 for years. Ana showed my father compassion and care that allowed him to be comfortable and maintained his dignity...
- Bruno M.
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FAQs for finding home care in Gardner, MA
How much does private home care cost per hour near me in Gardner, MA?
The average rate for hiring a home care provider in Gardner, MA as of November, 2024 is $19.14 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 Gardner, MA?
Care.com has 7 home care providers for seniors in Gardner, 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 Gardner, 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 Gardner, MA?
The types of home health care services near you in Gardner, 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 Gardner, 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 Gardner, MA?
If you need to hire senior home care near you in Gardner, 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 Gardner, MA?
When you’re hiring in home health care services near you in Gardner, 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.