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60 home care are listed in Merrick, NY
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby home care is 8 years
Home care in Merrick, NY
Jay U.
Wantagh, NY
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
3.3
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm sensitive to the needs of the senior community. I've cared for my Grandmother. I'm a healthy minded pet owner with a background and interests including psychology, nutrition, the arts and sports.
Not sure why I received a review from Tracy, as I didn't provide any service for her. She requested care but was unable to...
Jay can also help with: Companionship, transportation, visiting physician, errands
5.0
"Jay is a very nice person kind and helpful, dependable."
Barbara C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Certified Nurse's Assistant with 30 years of experienced. Able to take care of patients with Alzheimer's/Dementia. Companion, light housekeeping, laundry, doctor's appointments. Meal preparation, bathing, very caring, compassionate, trustworthy, sympathetic, fun, loving and treat everyone as if they are my own family. I go above...
Margaret can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, errands, companionship, hospice services, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Wound Care
5.0
"Took care of my mom for 5 years who had dementia.I never had a problem and she always went above and beyond what was asked of her. I was able to go to work knowing my mother was in good hands and safe.she treated us like family "
Care member
Nemesiz A.
Wantagh, NY
$46/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My Name is Nemesiz I'm a 34-year-old . I'm honest, responsible, respectful , a multitask and organized. I take my job very serious, my main goal is to make my patient feel comfortable having me around , I will providing them with a calm environment for optimal patient care. I'm proud of all the years of experience that I have in...
Nemesiz can also help with: Home modification, personal care, visiting physician, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"We were so fortunate to have found Nemesiz,my dad was sent home on hospice and she was very professional she knew exactly how to take care of him, she is a sweet,compassionate person which I highly recommend anyone who hires her will be lucky and she is extremely...
Karin F.
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: Errands, light cleaning, companionship, mobility assistance, dementia, meal prep & 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.
Maria R.
East Meadow, NY
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Companionship,housekeeping,meal Prep, Entitlements And Insurance Forms,flexible Hours Emergency
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Many years home care experience helping seniors remain in the community. Licensed social worker and private duty care giver experience. worked with Alzheimer's, dementia and various medical and mental conditions.
5.0
"Maria cared for my mom as if she were her own mom! Maria is compassionate. She is genuinely interested in those in her care and she obviously has a passion for her work. She knew exactly what mom needed to be comfortable and to get healthy. Maria was there for mom...
Margaret M.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Marcia I'm experienced caretaker and companion with over 30+ years of providing care for the elderly in hospital/ at-home setting. I'm very patient, compassionate and empathetic also a good listener. My focus as a caregiver/companion is to provide optimal support to my patients through personalized assistance,...
Marcia can also help with: Errands, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Marcia has cared for numerous members of my family. I cannot imagine there is anyone better in the industry. To say she is amazing is an understatement. My wife refers to her as the Angel sent by GOD
Marcia is incredibly skilled, professional, personable and...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I am CPR certified and have 1 year of experience in senior care. I can help with Home Care and Errands/Shopping. I actually got introduced to a nice senior lady who was also a neighbor that couldn't walk her big Labrador retriever. I was her dog walker! She wanted to add food shopping as a service and I ended up doing...
Tara can also help with: Companionship, errands, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Tara is lovely! My mom and her dog absolutely loved her. She helped with errands, doctor's appointments, walking the dog and anything you need. She is really so easy going and a great companion."
Jessica W.
Marjorie H.
East Meadow, NY
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part Time Senior Care Giver Available With Excellent References
5.0
(3)
I have worked as a nurse in hospitals and homes for 10 plus years I am experienced with the care of people needing assistance at home due to declining health, mobility problems, dementia, feeding, bathing and medication prompting I also can help people recuperating from surgery, strokes, dementia, which is just a partial summary...
Marjorie can also help with: Respite care, personal care, visiting nurse, hospice services, home modification, dementia & more
5.0
"I worked with Marjorie when I was an Registered Nurse She is an excellent Registered
Nurse in every capacity and caring and very good to the sick. It was my pleasure
working with her Excellent Nurse."
Karen I.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 8 years of experience in caregiving. I can help with home care and personal care. I have worked in Nursing Homes as well as Private Home Care. I have experience working with Alzheimer/Dementia, MS, and paraplegic patients, hospice care, wound care, medication administration, and ambulation. I am a certified medical...
Sibrina can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, companionship, errands, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"Sibrina is an incredible caregiver. Her support, knowledge and communication was outstanding.
She cared for my father until his passing. He was frail and memory impaired, but she was able to make his time with her fun and interactive in a level which he could...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Reliable and compassionate . Certified Nursing Assistant and HHA with 10 +years of experience working with seniors with Dementia,
Medication management
Hoyer Lift
Personal care
Meal preparation
Transfers
Wheelchair
Oxygen machine
Groceries
Transportation
Dr. Visits
Social events
Keep the patient active if...
Stella can also help with: Live-in home care, respite care, dementia, personal care
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Wound Care
5.0
"Ruth has great judgement regarding our kids and she gets along with them very well. We are very happy we met Ruth and she truly helps us in our home."
Betty F.
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a certified home health aide and a phlebotomist with over 10 years experience in elder care. I am compassionate, patient empathetic, caring and dedicated to my job. I am CPR certified. I believe everyone should be treated with , kindness, respect and love. It takes nothing to be kind. Treat people right, treat people the...
Patty can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, errands, companionship, home modification, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Simone D.
Cambria Heights, NY
$17-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Compassionate Caregiver, Engaging Seniors Living, Home To Improve Activity Levels, General Wellness.
I have over 15 year experience, working with mental disabled clients, as well as individual with mild to severe stage of dementia. Parkinson's, renal failure, Alzheimer's, cancer, COPD, muscular degeneration, hypertension, diabetes, MS (multiplemultiple sclerosis), stroke, epilepsy, wound care, GAIT assistance, and those recover...
Simone can also help with: Light cleaning, home modification, dementia, hospice services, live-in home care, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
My name is Sandra I a am a nurse assistant and HHA certified I use to work in nursing home experience and hospital experience with diabetes hospice bedbound stroke Colson feeding wound treatment hoyer feeding dressing I will take you out to dinner malls Summer is over and I can travel with you to Florida or wherever you want to...
Sandra can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, live-in home care, companionship, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
Flory D.
Valley Stream, NY
$20-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am a certified HHA , Phlebotomist & EKG Technician for 10years, with patience, kind heart, enthusiasm and respect . I was born in South Africa and raised in Europe. I speak Southern Sotho and German. I can understand and speak a little bit of French as well . Meeting people from all walks of life and cultural background and...
Flory can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, companionship, errands, light cleaning, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
I'd describe my personality as honest, hardworking and dedicated. I'm looking for a job that is fair and worth doing. I have 3 years professional experience and much more considering that my parents are elderly. In my spare time, I like to cook and watch television. One thing you should know about me is l am reliable and...
Kaydian can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, home modification, live-in home care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
I have provided home health aid to seniors in their homes. I am very detail oriented and easy to work with. I am a good cook, caregiver, polite and humble person.
Hardeep can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, hospice services, personal care, light cleaning, errands & more
I have over 10 years of experience. I am reliable and trustworthy. Experienced caring for individuals with Dementia and Hospice comfort care. I can care for your loved one in a nursing home as well as at home. I am very respectful and understanding to the needs of others and will treat your loved one with dignity as I would want...
Kathleen can also help with: Dementia, hospice services
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Hello! I would love to be hired and add an great set of value that you are looking for! I am currently in school for Nursing and have much to offer in the caregiving field. I have an 11 and 7-year-old brothers, who I have looked over often. I also have experience with my two dogs at home so I can take care of pets as well.
Courteney can also help with: Errands, personal care, meal prep, light cleaning
Hi, my name is Melissa. I am 47 years old and I am presently working hospital environment . I have had my CNA license for the last 25 years . My license is current and up to date . I enjoy caring for the elderly and people with special needs . I have worked in one nursing home facility for the last 25 years . Two years ago I...
Melissa can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, personal care
Skills:
CNA
I've worked in a nursing home for eight years. I also worked doing home health aide work back in the 80s in Florida , My father had Alzheimer's and I also took care him, when he went into the nursing home I would go there with my mom who is 93, and my sister and take care of him, I also took care of both of my grandparents. I...
Angela can also help with: Personal care, dementia, companionship
Skills:
CNA
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Recent home care reviews in Merrick, NY
Jay U.
4.0
Interviewed over phone. Very nice person.
- Christine F.
Margaret R.
5.0
I am pleased to write a letter of recommendation for Margaret. My father, unfortunately broke his hip last year. He was home alone one day(my mom was out) and he fell in the living room. After being in the hospital for a few days and having hip surgery he came home. Margaret was his home...
- Care member
Nemesiz A.
5.0
I am a 67-year-old quadriplegic man. Disappointed with agency aides, I found Nemesiz's webpage last April. She was anxious to understand the assignment and get it right. She has worked with me since then and fits the bill exactly. She is professional, attentive and thorough in every detail, never...
- Dennis C.
Rosaria C.
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.
Maria R.
5.0
Maria is wonderful with my 90 year old Mom. We highly recommend her.
- Susan M.
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FAQs for finding home care in Merrick, NY
How much does private home care cost per hour near me in Merrick, NY?
The average rate for hiring a home care provider in Merrick, NY as of February, 2025 is $22.80 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 Merrick, NY?
Care.com has 5 home care providers for seniors in Merrick, 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 Merrick, 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 Merrick, NY?
The types of home health care services near you in Merrick, 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 Merrick, 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 Merrick, NY?
If you need to hire senior home care near you in Merrick, 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 Merrick, NY?
When you’re hiring in home health care services near you in Merrick, 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.