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60 home care are listed in Oakland Gardens, NY
The average posted rate is $23/hr as of November 2024
The average experience for nearby home care is 7 years
Home care in Oakland Gardens, NY
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have lived in New York City for the past 40 years and I am a trained/certified nurse. I have 25 plus years of experience in long term positions caring for elderly people, both at nursing facilities and at their homes. My patients have had Alzheimer's Disease, diabetes, cancer, Parkinson's Disease, and other older age diseases...
Luz can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, dementia, hospice services, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Luz took care of my parents between 2010 and 2016 when they were elderly and ill. First Luz took care of my dad who had cancer and diabetes. Luz kept my father's diabetes in check - he was healthier than ever with the diet and exercise plan that Luz had for him....
Blair L.
5.0
(3)
25 years of experience
Certified home health aid
Have experience in caring for elders who have Parkinson's, diabetes, cancer care and hospice.
EDUCATION
Christine Institute of Vocational Training
October 2009- status of accreditation is current
SKILLS
Caring * Problem Solver * Vaccinated
EXPERIENCE
C Family -Patient 80...
Pamela can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"She helped my Mother during her stroke recovery "
Care member
Jennifer S.
Oakland Gardens, NY
$10-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
46 Year Old Caring, Helpful, Loving Person Who Would Be Able To Assist With The Care Of Your Elderly Relative
I have always had a "soft spot" for the elderly. I have assisted with activities at my aunt's nursing home. Although I have no medical training, I feel my compassion, passionate, caring attitude will allow me to be a great companion for your elderly relative.
Jennifer can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, meal prep, errands
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been working in health care since 2011 and I am also a NYS-CNA, HHA and CPR certified. I am currently located in Ashfield, MA and I am interested in working as full time caregiver.
Shakeema can also help with: Visiting nurse, dementia, live-in home care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Shakeema took wonderful care of my very good friend, after her brain tumor diagnosis. This included having to anticipate her needs because of the resultant aphasia. Shakeema was kind, engaging, thorough in her care, strong, and entertaining with her singing. Thank...
Trisha J.
5.0
(1)
Helping Clients with their needs,
more than 10 years working with MS Client, lately working with Alzheimer client.
More than clients they are my family.
Lucas can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, companionship, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Very devoted aide and housekeeper to the family Great personality excellent worker"
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 30 years of experience dealing with all types of cases such as Bedridden, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's Dementia, Colostomy and Catheter Care as well as cognitive disabilities etc. I'm very trustworthy, responsible, patient, loving and compassionate. I can work superbly independently on my own! I perform ADL including oral and...
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Pabitri was a life saver. When a dear family friend suddenly needed care, Pabitri was the answer to our prayers. She is reliable, hardworking and has a heart of gold. Her sense of humor made our friend's last year of life enjoyable. In addition to cooking, laundry,...
Pat H.
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: Mobility assistance, meal prep, personal care, companionship, dementia
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
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
5.0
(4)
I am a reliable, honest, and very patient person who has over 5 years of experience caring for the elderly. I am a very organized person who can also multi-task. With all my skills and experience, I'm able to provide professional care to your loved ones in a responsible, safe and comfortable way.
Miriam can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Miriam has always displayed a high degree of integrity, disciple, mannerism, responsibility and ambition in her personal and business affairs. Her personality traits and attitude to life and work is quite admirable and exemplary. She has shown traits such as being...
Mishka R.
Tanya R.
Bronx, NY
$20-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Private Personal Care Attendant Full & Part-time Medication Reminding Companionship Etc
5.0
(9)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Tanya a fully vaccinated caregiver and I love taking care of the elderly. I like having conversations with them, after all, they have led full lives. My favorite pastime is reading and depending on my companion I enjoy reading to them as well. Apart from reading I would also play music for them, watch movies, brave...
Tanya can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, personal care, dementia & more
5.0
"Tanya was carrying kept my mother clean fed her all her meals and was able to ambulate my mother the last two years of her life"
Lea B.
Sandra T.
Rosedale, NY
$25/hr • 8 yrs exp
4.8
(18)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
I'm a 50-year-old trained home health aide who enjoys working with seniors. I have over 8 years experience in the field and have worked with Alzheimer's, dementia, Parkinson's, Stroke, MS and bedridden patients among others. I have experience with peg tube feeding, hoyer lift, feeding, bathing, meal prep, house keeping, errands,...
Sandra can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, dementia, mobility assistance, light cleaning, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"She was the most amazing caregiver that I ever could have imagined bringing into our family. During my mother’s toughest times she proved to be much more than an aide, serving as a friend and even a part of the family. Each day that she would come, my mom would be...
Care member
Winsome O.
Brooklyn, NY
$40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
My name is Winsome and I am a mature, responsible and reliable lady. I am a loving, caring, kind and honest person with years of diverse experience in taking care of patients/clients, including mobility, cognitive impairment, cancer, stroke, Parkinson, colostomy etc. Caring for the sick/elderly is a passion of mine and as a...
Winsome can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, live-in home care
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"It is with the highest love and gratitude that I HIGHLY recommend Winsome for her services. I hired Winsome on 9/29/22 to take care of my mother in at home hospice care 24 hours around the clock. From the first call we had together, I could see her kindness...
Sharon P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a dependable and compassionate caregiver. I have been working in the nursing home environment as a nursing assistant for over 10 years. I pride myself on being able to quickly learn new skills and adapt to any situation. In the past, I have assisted clients with their activities of daily living, engaged in conversation,...
Marlyn can also help with: Errands, meal prep, dementia, personal care, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"I hired Marlyn to care for my grandmother, I couldn't have been more happy to know that she was being cared for by someone who love and enjoy caring for others. Marlyn is very respectful and dependable, I would definitely recommend her for hire."
Taishi B.
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: Errands, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CNA
Wound Care
CPR
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...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am 55 years old with 18 years of experience in elder care. I am experienced in meal preparation, bathing and grooming, transfers, exercising, medication administration, going to doctor appointments, taking leisurely walks, and housekeeping. I am honest, reliable, very thorough, caring, compassionate, patient, warm, and...
Gintautas can also help with: Errands, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Gintautas is very reliable. He always came to work on time and never had to take off for being sick. He was very kind to my father who had dementia. He would always talk with him and be patient with him. He is a wonderful and experienced care giver that I...
Karin M.
Lucretia E.
Valley Stream, NY
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Dedicated Caregiver With Past Experience and Excellent References Looking for a Job
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My experience being an elderly caregiver has been marvelous. I'm passionate working with elderly people, I have worked for 10+ years with my last patient who recently past away. I provide him with personal care, skin care, massage, incontinence care, doctor's appointments, medication prompting, cooking, laundry, running errands...
Lucretia can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, home modification, personal care, respite care
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Lucky is such a wonderful person who has become family to us. She took care of my step-father with such grace and love until his last day. We miss her very much."
Jennifer A.
5.0
(1)
My name is Faustina I was born and raised in Ghana in West Africa, I migrated here in America 19 year ago, I have been doing senior care since,
I have had experience with Hoyer lift , Alzheimer's, dementia wheelchair bound, hospice, bed bound, transfer, I also do light housekeeping, meal preparation, feeding companionship,...
Faustina can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, dementia, live-in home care, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"She is the best! She is a fine and caring person. She became my sister’s best friend. I can not praise her enough. I could leave knowing that my sister had the absolutely best care."
Care member
4.7
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Experience as a Home Care Caregiver 15years plus.
Provided non- medical home care services to elderly/disabled patients. Focus on personal care, Companionship, Homemaking & Transportation.
I've have provided care for Elderly, with Dementia, Parkinson's Alzheimer's, Multiple Sclerosis, Cancer & Old Age.
I have the Ability to...
Kathy can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
Wound Care
5.0
"Kathy took care of both my mother and Aunt. Kathy cared for my mother for 3 and a half years and my aunt for 6 months.
Kathy is extremely professional. Kathy is knowledgeable and responsible. Kathy is caring and compassionate.
Kathy goes above and beyond what...
Maria M.
5.0
(1)
I have 10+ years of experience. I can help with Home Care and Personal Care. I'm a mother of three and I love taking care of people. I specialize in meal preparation, light to moderate home cleaning, and personal hygiene cleaning. Only interested in private care jobs!
Marjorie can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, personal care
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"She was a amazing in helping my grandmother with tidying her house. She made grandma feel the best she's felt in a long time!"
Marjie L.
Shiela D.
Flushing, NY
$22-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Live-in Caregiver dementia patient
Responsibilities:
Prepared and serve nutritious daily snacks and complete meals for him
Assist him with thorough sponge bathing dressing and grooming
Give him his morning and evening medication and vitamins
Play interesting documentaries and life stories on TV
Provide current information...
Shiela can also help with: Companionship, errands, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, live-in home care & more
5.0
"Shiela loves what she does and continues to improve herself on her job. She adapts to any situations that arises and is very resourceful. Shiela is the go to person in our department, your company will be fortunate to have an passionate individual."
Al D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
18 years of experience in hospital settings . Food and beverage expertise in preparation and setting up in high quality services. Own catering services private chef and healthcare professional. Fun loving person and integrity is my best policy.
Marites can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, live-in home care, visiting nurse, personal care, respite care & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
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Recent home care reviews in Oakland Gardens, NY
Luz O.
5.0
Luz is an angel. She is trustworthy and always went the extra mile when caring for both of my parents. For example, she traveled through a blizzard to be sure they were ok and had everything they needed. It's hard to express the relief that she provided with her consistent and loving presence. She...
- Kathleen H.
Pamela S.
5.0
Pam was an amazing asset to us. She helped out my family when my Mom had her stroke. She made her meals. She walked with her. She helped with her medicine in the morning. She would also prepare lunch for her before she left for the day. She is a great individual who is kind, caring and considerate....
- Cherelle C.
Shakeema L.
5.0
Shakeema is smart, patient, kind, experienced and flexible. She knew how to handle difficult situations and went the extra mile to care for my mom with dementia. Definitely hire her!
- Matthew P.
Lucas P.
5.0
Very devoted aide and housekeeper to the family Great personality excellent worker
- Care member
Pabitri K.
5.0
Pabitri was a life saver. When a dear family friend suddenly needed care, Pabitri was the answer to our prayers. She is reliable, hardworking and has a heart of gold. Her sense of humor made our friend's last year of life enjoyable. In addition to cooking, laundry, food shopping, light cleaning, and...
- Pat H.
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FAQs for finding home care in Oakland Gardens, NY
How much does private home care cost per hour near me in Oakland Gardens, NY?
The average rate for hiring a home care provider in Oakland Gardens, NY as of November, 2024 is $23.33 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 Oakland Gardens, NY?
Care.com has 3 home care providers for seniors in Oakland Gardens, 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 Oakland Gardens, 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 Oakland Gardens, NY?
The types of home health care services near you in Oakland Gardens, 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 Oakland Gardens, 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 Oakland Gardens, NY?
If you need to hire senior home care near you in Oakland Gardens, 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 Oakland Gardens, NY?
When you’re hiring in home health care services near you in Oakland Gardens, 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.