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60 home care are listed in Melrose, MA
The average posted rate is $24/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby home care is 8 years
Home care in Melrose, MA
Jennifer C.
Melrose, MA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Jennifer C.. I'm 38 years old and I live in Melrose. I have an 8yr old daughter named D. . I have almost 15years experience in this field . I've had my CNA / HHA license for the past eight years . I'm in school to become an RN. My passion is to care for people . I've worked with a lot of hospice patients. I'm caring...
Jennifer can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, errands, companionship, meal prep, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Conscientious, Reliable, Kind and Caring! We couldn't ask for anything more! Jenn is a gem! "
Care member
Carol D.
Melrose, MA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Mature, Responsible, Reliable CNA/HHA With 14 Years Of Experience Caring For Seniors In Their Homes.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My professional experience ranges from companionship to caring for seniors with Alzheimers, Parkinsons Disease, Stroke and Frontal Lobe Dementia. Experienced with IV/Picc Line Infusions and Wound Vacs. I am a gourmet cook and can communicate with doctors and other relevant medical staff with ease. I am organized and have been...
Carol can also help with: Personal care, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Bil D.
Melrose, MA
$20-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
CNA/Home Health Aide/Caregiver To Provide Care And Laughs For Your Loved Ones
**As of 2. 13. 21 I am fully vaccinated against covid-19 and can provide the CDC verification card.
I have provided personal and home care and companionship as a CNA/Home Health Aide for 12+ years, certified from the Commonwealth School of Nursing.
I have provided care for a variety of clients that include dementia,...
Skills:
CNA
I have 3 years of experience. I can help with bathing, dressing, bathroom, medication administration, transportation (taking to appointments, going out to lunch) and keep your family member company!
Jenny can also help with: Personal care, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
Home Health Aide
Denis L.
Woburn, MA
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have experience of 9year working with a ALS client. 7 years working with Spinal Cord Injury. I have worked in facilities and and assisted livings with people with different cases. Working with seniors is like pay back time since am a child of charity after losing my parents at a tender age. I own a registered community base...
Denis can also help with: Live-in home care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Denis provided care to my husband, who had advanced ALS and complex health needs, for 8 years. He was extraordinarily compassionate, highly reliable and very knowledgeable. We were blessed to have such a strong and supportive caregiver. His service as a PCA was...
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I was a nanny for 15 years and was then offered an elder care job. I have had the greatest experience the past two years. I have had the pleasure of working with a wonderful elderly woman who at first didn't want any help and then we became best friends. We went out for lunch, to the movies, doctor's. appointments, Tai Chi,...
Tracy can also help with: Companionship, errands, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
CPR
5.0
"Tracy is an attentive caregiver, with a lively style sense of humor, and warmth. She is reliable and responsible, and goes beyond the job description. Tracy notices things, and takes initiative. Her communication is lovely and it was reassuring to have her help for...
Tesi K.
Holly G.
Danvers, MA
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Available For Companionship, Transportation, And General Care.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
There is something extra special about caring for members of our aging population. Their knowledge, values, and beliefs hold a very special place in my heart. I provide a caring, loving, and patient approach to time with clients. My experience includes, but is not limited to, companionship, meal prep, light housekeeping, and...
Holly can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, mobility assistance, live-in home care, meal prep, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Two years ago I was looking for someone to care for my then 96 year old mother. My mom is a strong-willed, independent, with life time of being in-charge kind of person, and of course she did not think she needed help. I found Holly on care.com. She came in and...
Linda B.
5.0
(5)
I am a dedicated, compassionate , reliable and trustworthy caregiver with 10 plus years of experience of taking care of elderly patients in their homes . Committed to improving the overall wellbeing and health through personal care . In the past 10 years I have taken care of stroke patients , patients with dementia and patients...
Joshua can also help with: Errands, dementia, companionship, live-in home care, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Joshua is responsible dependable kind and gentle. He was willing to come when I needed him outside his regularly scheduled hours
I knew I could count on him to do a great job taking care of my husband. I highly recommend him"
Louise G.
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: Dementia, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
Wound Care
5.0
"Anne is a wonderful caretaker for older people and people with disabilities. She was gentle and encouraging with my aunt who suffered from dementia and weakness from a brain tumor. She was adept in the transition into hospice and comfortable with medications and...
Care member
4.8
(19)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Shahla I am as nursing assistant helping with carrying kind and compassion and mobility activities medication and daily routine my client safety help with Mel preparing housekeeping I have experience with hospice dementia I have been experience since 2004 I have been worked in a hospital rehab health care home care I...
Shahla can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, companionship, errands, home modification & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Shala she is helpful and carrying kind professional skilled she is blessed to be in your home"
Beverly G.
5.0
(1)
For over 30 years, I have worked to improve the lives of those I serve and support. From providing exciting and creative meals, companionship, medicine support, grooming (hair or make-up), light house keeping along with transportation for appointments. I am best known for my cooking and variety of healthy meal options. Please...
Dora can also help with: Errands, meal prep, personal care
5.0
"Dora is professional, reliable, and accountable. She is excellent at meal preparation as she always tries to educate people on healthier decisions regarding food. Her passion is to see people happy, and I am sure that you will see that when you meet her!"
Steven M.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a warm, loving caregiver, and I help the clients feel safe and understood because it promotes their dignity. I am also a compassionate caregiver with 15+ years experience in care-giving, seeking to extend similar care. My work ethic, empathy, self-drive, compassion, respect, transparency and attention to detail are some of...
Sharon can also help with: Respite care, live-in home care, dementia, hospice services, personal care
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Sharon cared for my elderly parents for the last 6 years, treating them with kindness and respect. My mother suffered from dementia, my father was blind, and Sharon expertly cared for them to the end. I highly recommend her."
Donna K.
4.7
(13)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Dedicated, Dependable Caregiver, I worked for an agency for the past 8 yrs. I pride myself on being quick to learn new skills and adapt to situations. Assist with daily living, meds reminders, Dr appointments, laundry, baths, meals, companionship. Depends on Client's needs. I am experienced with clients who have Cancer,...
Kristen can also help with: Home modification, dementia, companionship, hospice services, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Kristen is one of the most reliable and hard working individuals I've ever had the pleasure of knowing. She is strongly motivated at completing any tasks she sets when it comes to work and life in general. Kristen is someone who always uplifts individuals around...
Nick G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a certified nursing assistant with over 10 years of experience. I have had the opportunity to work in both private homes and large facilities like assisted live-ins. I am well-versed with conditions like Alzheimer's and dementia, and also dealing with those who just need a little assistance to make their lives comfortable....
Patricia can also help with: Personal care, dementia
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Patricia worked with me in caring for my wife who recently passed away.
I needed help that would be exceptional due to the need in caring for my wife. In fact Patricia was with my wife the day she passed.
There are few words that would describe the dedication...
Bill C.
Michele F.
Waltham, MA
$30-34/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hi! I am a mother. I am a very responsible, patient and loving caregiver with positive attitude. I have been providing care to seniors for nearly 20 years. I was raised by my grandmother, I love elderly, they are always reminding me of her. Unfortunately she passed away few years ago. I can help with hands on care, cooking,...
Michele can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning, personal care, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Michele is kind, knowledgable and fun to talk to. She responded to my last-minute short-hour request which is not her usual service. She took it with care and a warm heart. I will hire her again if I ever need a caregiver. Highly recommended. "
Hua Y.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
CNA/Hospice care
Hi! My name is Denise and I have been a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) for over 13 years. I live in Wakefield with my husband and daughter.
My senior care journey began in 2011, at a nursing home, then onto assisted living facilities, private home care and worked as a Care Coordinator. I previously worked...
Denise can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Dee is extremely reliable & has a strong work ethic. Kind & compassionate. Excellent organizational skills. Goes beyond what is expected. It was a pleasure working with her.
Mary S."
Mary S.
Addis K.
Cambridge, MA
$30/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Compassionate caregiver with 5years work experience as a Home Health Aid (CNA) highly skilled in assisting clients with activities of daily living with demonstrated ability of performing errands, meal preparation, transportation, laundry, medication reminder and light housekeeping also have experience in taking care of Alzheimer...
Addis can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, hospice services, home modification, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Addis helped care for my mother who had both dementia and diabetes. She was warm, caring, and completely reliable. She took the time to get to know my mom and made her feel so comfortable! She communicated with me frequently about mom's health and needs and she...
Gwynneth O.
5.0
(3)
I love working with seniors because I am a loving person, patient, passionate and reliable.
I have been care giving for 7 years with a lot of clients and I handled different kinds of cases,
Example:
Dementia/Alzheimer's , Parkinson's, stroke, Diabetic, Physical disabilities, Hospice And name it .
As a certified nursing...
Aaliyah can also help with: Hospice services, live-in home care, personal care, companionship, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Aaliyah took care of my mother for 19 months. She was at her side when mom died. She has patience, is very caring and calm. Aaliyah lived with mom and took care of all her needs. They became good friends, and she felt like family. Aaliyah has a great sense of...
Cheryl M.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello ! My name is Miriane. I am a licensed certified nursing assistant and clinical assistant . For the past 16 years, I have provided high-quality patient care as an in-demand CNA within surgical, acute-care, rehabilitation, home-healthcare and nursing-home settings. I assisted residents with activities of daily living...
Miriane can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, hospice services, errands, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"Miriane nursed my 90 yr old Mother to health & mobility after a long hospitalization & rehab stay. She is 100% punctual & dependable, and was attentive to the condition of my Mother's skin & digestive needs, and would reach out to me with observations & concerns....
Jennifer H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a HHA/ CNA, certified by the Red Cross. I have been working with seniors with many forms of illnesses and ailments including Dementia, Alzheimer's, Diabetes and also disabled clients. I've been doing this job since 1993, have experience and a clean CORI. I've worked for private clients and agencies. I'm a Dominican woman...
Sergia can also help with: Respite care, dementia, home modification, visiting physician, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Sergia is a very caring and loving caregiver. She is a hard worker, dependable and conscientious . I would highly recommend Sergia to care for your loved one."
Anita A.
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Recent home care reviews in Melrose, MA
Jennifer C.
5.0
Jenn is an amazing person and we wholeheartedly recommend her to other families in need of caregiving services.
We partnered with Jenn in the fall of 2023 as a home health aide for my parents, who began to struggle with daily household needs as they aged. She managed everything effortlessly,...
- Nick O.
Denis L.
5.0
Denis provided care to my husband, who had advanced ALS and complex health needs, for 8 years. He was extraordinarily compassionate, highly reliable and very knowledgeable. We were blessed to have such a strong and supportive caregiver. His service as a PCA was invaluable.
- Care member
Tracy M.
5.0
Tracy is a wonderful caregiver for our mother who was very resistant to receiving any type of home-care services. Now, she looks forward to seeing Tracy each day. Tracy is a wonderful companion and very observant. Tracy is very prompt, dependable and understanding. I don't know what we would do...
- Susan B.
Holly G.
5.0
Two years ago I was looking for someone to care for my 96 year old mother. My mom is a strong-willed, independent, with life time of being in-charge kind of person; and of course she did not think she needed help. I found Holly on care.com. She came in and with her kindness, grace and respect,...
- Linda B.
Joshua W.
5.0
Joshua is responsible dependable kind and gentle. He was willing to come when I needed him outside his regularly scheduled hours
I knew I could count on him to do a great job taking care of my husband. I highly recommend him
- Louise G.
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FAQs for finding home care in Melrose, MA
How much does private home care cost per hour near me in Melrose, MA?
The average rate for hiring a home care provider in Melrose, MA as of February, 2025 is $24.75 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 Melrose, MA?
Care.com has 4 home care providers for seniors in Melrose, 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 Melrose, 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 Melrose, MA?
The types of home health care services near you in Melrose, 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 Melrose, 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 Melrose, MA?
If you need to hire senior home care near you in Melrose, 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 Melrose, MA?
When you’re hiring in home health care services near you in Melrose, 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.