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60 home care are listed in Island Park, NY
The average posted rate is $25/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby home care is 10 years
Home care in Island Park, NY
4.9
(7)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Dorothy and I am a highly capable and professional Caregiver with 15 years experience. My role is to enrich the quality of their lives through expert care, humor and compassion. I believe in a comprehensive plan of care that will encompass the physical, psychological and mental health of my seniors. Past experience...
Dorothy can also help with: Hospice services, personal care, dementia, respite care
5.0
"Dorothy is a wonderful, compassionate, patient caregiver! She has been helping with my mom who has macular degeneration and needs some assistance. Dorothy has a great demeanor and does whatever my mom needs while she is there from preparing a meal to doing the...
Claudia B.
Ann R.
Island Park, NY
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Responsible Aide with excellent communication skills demonstrated by over three years of experience in healthcare. Proficient in providing exceptional in-home support to patients with a wide range of disabilities, illnesses, or other challenges.
Ann can also help with: Personal care, companionship, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, home modification & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello there!
My name is Onyinye "Oney". I am a caring and compassionate NY certified Home Health Aide and I work with seniors who need help in maintaining their independence.
My care process is very individualized. I pay attention to you and work with you to improve your quality of life at home.
I do this by encouraging you...
Onyinye can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, light cleaning, companionship, dementia, mobility assistance & more
5.0
"Onyinye provided care for my mother. She is very compassionate and punctual. I recommend her. "
Igiligi O.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Quality care and ready to help seniors during these very difficult times.
Ana is experienced in Private Duty Care. She has worked with families that have dialysis, Alzheimer's and other health issues. She understands that seniors require compassion and patience. Ana always considers her clients as an extension of her family....
Ana can also help with: Home modification, dementia, personal care, respite care, hospice services
5.0
"Ana has been taking care of my grandparents for a year. She has become an extension of our family. She treats my family as she would her own. She is very dependable and very hardworking. Her responsibilities include health care management, coordinating doctors'...
Amanda P.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a skilled Nursing Assistant, with more than 25 years of experience.
Over the years I performed different duties in the Healthcare Industry, including taking care of clients with Alzheimers / Dementia and special needs.
I also have experience with administering and managing medications.
I am an outstanding multitasker and...
Marcelle can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, hospice services & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"The level of care that Marcelle provided to our father is unmatched. She managed to bring a smile to his face every day despite his illness. That was no easy feat. Personal cleanliness was of the utmost importance to him and Marcelle executed it with the utmost...
Nadia A.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I having been taking care of seniors for over 20 years and I genuinely love what I do.
I am a certified Home Health Care Aide and Personal
Care Assistant. I offer live-in care (but can do live-out as well).
I have worked with Alzheimer patients as well
as patients with Diabetes, Hypertension, MS, Parkinson, Dementia and Cancer...
Frances can also help with: Home modification, hospice services, dementia, personal care, live-in home care, respite care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Frances took wonderful care of my mom for over 6 years. I highly recommend her. She is an amazing caregiver in all aspects."
Vicki R.
Jermagay T.
Jamaica, NY
$22/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am Jermagay, a senior caregiver who has a great sense of humor and that's easy to get along with. I've been in this field for over 4 years and I would be delighted to get the opportunity to work for you. I am motivated by my client's smile and I work tirelessly to achieve the best results as it relates to good health and...
Jermagay can also help with: Personal care, mobility assistance, companionship, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep & more
5.0
"Jermagay helped my father out getting ready for and going to and from dialysis for a short amount of time. From interviewing her, until she completed her time with us, Jermagay could not have been more responsible and polite. Initially, she double checked all the...
Katrin W.
Denise P.
Jamaica, NY
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Am A Nurses Aide With A Background In Medical Assistant And Home Health Care
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a Nurses Aide with background in Medical Assistant and Home Health Care. I have worked in several Physicians Offices. I have experience with Universal Precautions, Administering Medication (as ordered by Physician), assisting with Physical Therapy exercises, emptying drainage bags, positioning, and transferring. I have...
Denise can also help with: Hospice services, visiting physician, personal care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"She worked for me for a short time. She is intuitive, smart and has a great work ethic. She is also a wonderful cook.
Unfortunately, her distance from my house made the arrangement untenable. My loss.
"
Jim R.
Karen V.
Wantagh, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(11)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Karen, I am a certified caregiver with 15+ years of experience. I am Reliable, Honest, Compassionate. With References. I have lots of experience with patients with Alzheimer's /Dementia, Also experience with oxygen tanks, Diabetes and Wound Care. Certified CPR/ First Aid. Would love to be a care taker and...
Karen can also help with: Mobility assistance, personal care, meal prep, dementia, companionship, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Karen was my grandmothers caregiver for 3 years. She is trustworthy, compassionate, kind, caring, responsible and reliable. I highly recommend her. "
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I come highly recommended. I am a certified in medical field for over 10 years, also and certified CPR. I have my certificate for physical therapy
I a caring dependable female. if you need I have a back round check I have one thru Winthrop. I am experience with Alzheimer and dementia patients. male or female. I can clean , cook....
Nancy can also help with: Hospice services, personal care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Nancy is very dependable and caring. She has gone the extra mile for our family and treats our dad like her own. A major plus in a time of need. You can't go wrong hiring her"
Pete L.
Rosaria C.
Oceanside, NY
$25-32/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a fun loving caring woman who truly understands how compassion and love are essential key points in a life of a person with a disability or dementia. My personal experience as a mom of a child with a disability and a recreational assistant in a nursing home has allowed me to connect with the people I work with in a very...
Rosaria can also help with: Dementia, companionship, mobility assistance, errands, meal prep, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Rosaria was AMAZING with my autistic child. She has so much patience and extremely reliable She was a lifesaver for us! She is a truly genuinely compassionate person. Anyone would be very lucky to have her working with a family in any capacity!"
Karen K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a kind, reliable and caring individual. I am also very congenial. I adore listening to my elders and build a personal companionship with my patients. I am highly skilled and experienced working with the elderly, sick and disabled. I am trained to check vital signs. I am able to transfer patient from bed to wheelchair,...
Tarina can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, live-in home care, personal care
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"While we did not end up hiring Tarina for this role, I have every trust in her and that she would be a wonderful caregiver for another family in need. We had a lengthy conversation, and she seems like a wonderful person. We needed someone with a car, or we would...
Jenifer M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I've been a CNA for 20+ years, and I truly enjoy giving care to those in need. Whether it's an Alzheimers', Dementia, Cancer patient, or just someone seeking companionship, I have always given it my all.
General care includes, but not limited to meal preparation, ADL, mobility support, medication reminder, cleaning and grocery...
Yvonne can also help with: Errands, home modification, hospice services, companionship, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a certified HHA and caregiver for the past 15 years. I'm very tidy clean and detailed organized and very trust worthy responsible empathetic and loving. I'm very able bodied and can work superbly independently. Responsibilities include timely intake of medications and organization and doctors visits. I provide overall...
Maya can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, companionship, home modification & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Maya was an excellent caregiver for my mother with Alzheimer's. She always showed up early and she was very dependable. She was able to provide wound care, operate a Hoyer lift and handle all my mother's needs in a caring and competent manner. She was very well...
Lori G.
5.0
(2)
I'm dedicated to providing compassionate, personalized care while focused on respecting my clients needs and maintaining there independence and dignity. I'm very reliable with over 9 years of experience, has a certificate in Medical Assistant, I'm also a Certified Nurse Assistant with a valid CPR license and very committed to...
Nadesha can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, live-in home care, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Compassionate and attentive, communicates well. "
Terry E.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Currently I am taking care of a 92-year-old, I've been working with her for 4 years now from Monday to Friday. I also have two elderly parents and I enjoy taking care of them.
Bibi can also help with: Personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Bibi's calming and confident demeanor was exactly the help and support we needed for our in-home elderly care needs. Always prompt and particular about things, her conscientious approach was matched by her capacity to meet and accommodate my parents' needs."
Sara M.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I have experience as a medical assistant and HHA care taker jobs. I love working with the elderly encouraging mobility when possible , PT exercises as indicated , conversation , managing meds, activities etc . I have experience working with patients with many different health issues. I'm compassionate, kind, empathetic,...
Blanca can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, meal prep, hospice services, companionship, errands & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Blanca is absolutely wonderful! She has been a blessing for my family. My mother is 87 and has been resistant to hiring a caregiver for years. Blanca has shown her through her warmth and capability that she truly is a caring individual. Blanca drives my mother to...
Jeanne R.
Marie D.
Baldwin, NY
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Caring, Competent Nurse's Aide Looking For A Position With The Elderly
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 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 10 years experience caring for the elderly with conditions including dementia, heart failure, terminal cancer, diabetes, respiratory problems,...
Marie can also help with: Personal care, live-in home care, dementia, respite care, hospice services
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Marie cared for my Mother who is wheelchair bound with very limited mobility. She had 2 strokes and and is dependent on others for all activities of daily living. Marie was hired to assist an agency HHA care for my mother because her regular HHA was on vacation....
Lisa M.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have worked with patients with dementia and patients that are bedridden. I have experience in changing catheters.
Georgia can also help with: Personal care, mobility assistance, meal prep, dementia, companionship
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
CNA
5.0
"What a wonderful, caring, experienced nurse and care giver! Georgia has literally been a “God send” caring for our 90 year old mom at home. Georgia is patient, understanding, respectful and very accommodating to our and our mother’s needs. In addition to being a...
Care member
Catherine K.
Merrick, NY
$25-30/hr • 9 yrs exp
3.7
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Catherine, I live in Merrick. I am a certified CNA/HHA. I have been a caretaker for over 10 years, I love my job, it is definitely rewarding. I have worked for hospitals/rehabs and assisted living facilities. currently I do home care, my responsibilities include bathing, dressing, grooming, transferring and...
Catherine can also help with: Hospice services, respite care, live-in home care, dementia
Skills:
Wound Care
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Cathy,
Was a wonderful addition to the team of 24 hour per day Care Givers hired to take care of for our 87 year old father. After his stroke and rehab in the hospital we brought him home for private care. Working 12 hour shifts, she was responsible for his every...
Lorraine P.
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Recent home care reviews in Island Park, NY
Dorothy M.
5.0
Dorothy is a wonderful person and companion to my 93 year old mother who has slight dementia. The days are not always easy but Dorothy is patient, attentive to my moms needs, trustworthy, very caring and is a happy person with a positive attitude. I have no worries knowing that my mom is in good...
- Paula D.
Onyinye O.
5.0
Oney is a complete gem. She provided complete attention to all of my mother's needs -- and also, without my asking, kept in close connection with me to share what was happening with my mom. When we had an off-hours emergency, she showed up immediately. Oney has a beautiful heart, and is observant...
- Abby A.
Ana W.
5.0
Ana has been taking care of my grandparents for a year. She has become an extension of our family. She treats my family as she would her own. She is very dependable and very hardworking. Her responsibilities include health care management, coordinating doctors' appointments, refilling medications,...
- Amanda P.
Marcelle H.
5.0
Very professional. Skilled. She had a warm demeanor that puts my elder at ease.
- Ed F.
Frances D.
5.0
Frances came to care for my mother in May. My mother was independent with most things but needed someone in the house to help with meals and driving and bathing . We liked her the instant she walked the house for her interview . She was warm , friendly , had no trouble with my mother's sarcastic...
- Michele E.
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FAQs for finding home care in Island Park, NY
How much does private home care cost per hour near me in Island Park, NY?
The average rate for hiring a home care provider in Island Park, NY as of March, 2025 is $25.00 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 Island Park, NY?
Care.com has 2 home care providers for seniors in Island Park, NY. 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 Island Park, NY 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 Island Park, NY?
The types of home health care services near you in Island Park, NY 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 Island Park, NY 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 Island Park, NY?
If you need to hire senior home care near you in Island Park, NY, 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 Island Park, NY?
When you’re hiring in home health care services near you in Island Park, NY, 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 Island Park, NY home care listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.0 / 5
Home Care in Island Park, NY are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed home care.