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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Jess. I am an experienced, caring and dependable PCA/CNA. Excellent professional references. Clean background. 20 plus years in medical field. My rate is 30. 00-40 an hour.
I have worked with Alzheimer's/dementia, psychiatric, hospice, TBI patients as well as cancer and stroke patients for many years.
Thank...
Jessica can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My mother used to work as a CNA, so she explained her job to me, and I sometimes went to work with her when I was younger and saw the CNA's etc., caring for the seniors.
Chelsea can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, personal care
5.0
"Had hired someone before hearing from her."
Mary M.
Kelly P.
Middletown, CT
$22/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Experience in senior care as well as child care. I love to make people smile. I treat all clients the same way I would want my family to be treated.
Kelly can also help with: Personal care
5.0
"Kelly was a such a compassionate, warm person. My Mother loved having her as her caregiver. Kelly went above and beyond all the time. She was a dream!!!!"
Susan B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I feel there is no other rewarding job than to help people and make a difference in someones life. I am a very caring, loving and outgoing person. I feel like I have a special way with children where I'm able to build a relationship and trust with them no problem. I am currently a certified nursing assistant as well as nursing...
Mariah can also help with: Visiting nurse, personal care, hospice services, respite care, dementia
Skills:
CNA
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Very caring person looking for work as a senior caregiver. I am an experienced companion/homemaker for 5 years. I am seeking part to full-time employment. I am very compassionate, caring, and dependable. The services I provide are: caregiving, homemaking, companion, grocery shopping, travel to appointments. I have excellent...
Emina can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, mobility assistance, dementia, errands & more
5.0
"Emina was absolutely amazing while taking care of my mom. She kept her company, helped pick up groceries, and cleaned the house. Her positive attitude brought much joy and I would recommend her to anyone looking for a care giver!"
Jim B.
5.0
(3)
I am a Home Health Aide (HHA) with 16 years of caregiving experience and certification as a Dementia Specialist. My work with private employers and home-care agencies has provided me with expertise in:
- Personal care assistance (bathing, dressing)
- Meal preparation and feeding support
- Monitoring vital signs (blood pressure,...
Doreen can also help with: Hospice services, respite care, live-in home care, dementia, personal care
5.0
"Doreen was compassionate, caring and well versed in elder care! She was an absolute asset to our team of caregivers"
Marc L.
Joyce A.
Rocky Hill, CT
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Joyce A from Middletown, CT
I am a dependable, patient and compassionate caregiver. I have been working in the home care industry for over 20 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...
Joyce can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, errands, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
Patmart M.
Newington, CT
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
There's probably no perfect formula for a great caregiver. Each caring, giving, compassionate person is slightly different. But there are certain traits and skills that all good caregivers should have. Hey there! I'm Patricia, a seasoned caregiver at Anthology of Farmington. I'm here to lend a helping hand on Mondays &...
Patmart can also help with: Mobility assistance, live-in home care, meal prep, light cleaning, home modification, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
Tshifhiwa M.
Newington, CT
$17-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
Experienced & Dedicated Home Health Aide With A Passion & Willingness To Help Others.
Home health aide with 3 years experience providing elderly excellent care. Skilled in preparing meals, performing client's daily tasks, administering medications and providing companionship.
I'm committed to caring for clients in a way that improves their overall quality of life.
I'd describe my personality as respectful,...
Tshifhiwa can also help with: Home modification, light cleaning, hospice services, companionship, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
I looked after my mother who had Alzheimer's for 10 years while also providing care and companionship to other seniors with varying needs. For example, I performed advocacy, financial tasks and was general and medical POA for a centenarian, while, for other elders, I was just their trusted friend and helper. After my mother...
Christine can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, respite care, errands, personal care, companionship & more
I started to do care-giving at 1997. I like elderly, they are like little kids who needs special care and love. Originally I am from Europe, from Estonia. I raised up six children, they are all grown up and they own. I have very good references and experiences. I am very good cook, sewing is my hobby, home is always clean. So,...
Eha can also help with: Live-in home care
I work with disabled veterans and love what I do. I work with my clients the same way I would want someone to care for my loved one. I have patience, respect and I am very understanding and I go above and beyond for my clients. My clients' safety is important. My clients' needs and wants comes first. Communication is key. I love...
Latoya can also help with: Dementia, companionship, hospice services, meal prep, mobility assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Greetings, my name is Grace. I have been a caregiver for over 10 years.
My passion for taking care of the elderly started at a very early age. My grandmother took care of me and my siblings when my mother passed in my childhood. Whenever I am with a client I have feelings of warmth and family. In this way l believe I am...
Grace can also help with: Dementia, personal care, hospice services, visiting physician
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello there!
Before deciding to get involved in senior care, I was grateful to be able to assist in the care of my Father who suffered complications of diabetes that eventually took his life. My second oldest sister was diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease, I assisted her both mentally and physically while dealing with this new...
Christine can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, personal care
My clinical experience over the last two years has awakened a passion for delivering compassionate and attentive care to those in need. I feel that personable and consistent aid to clients elevates not only their physical, but mental and spiritual well-being. I strive to help improve an individual's wellness to their optimum...
Stefanie can also help with: Personal care, light cleaning, errands, companionship
Hello Everyone! I Love to do gardening. also Certified Personal caregiver and a former home health aid. Experience with memory care! Dementia and Alzheimer's for many years, look forward to hearing from you!
Leanne can also help with: Meal prep, errands, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Hello,
I am a caring and dependable caregiver with experience in everything from companionship, doctor visits, budget shopping, cooking healthy meals, exercising to improve range of motion, memory care, dementia, gardening, light housekeeping, bathing, grooming, laundry, and all forms of activities of daily living. Reach out to...
Jacqueline can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, dementia, light cleaning, errands, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a very sweet and caring person who is eager to help others. I am looking for weeknight work while I'm also in nursing school. When I was in high school I volunteered at a care center making blankets for the elderly, and visiting each week. I would keep the residents company and listen to their amazing stories...
Meagan can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, dementia, mobility assistance, companionship & more
Skills:
Wound Care
I have volunteered working in the field of geriatrics. I am CPR/First Aid certified. I have my own transportation.
Nicole can also help with: Personal care, transportation, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, home modification & more
Julie H.
Middletown, CT
$17-26/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as someone who is kind, caring and compassionate.
I like caring for seniors because they bring such joy to my heart to see them happy
I'm looking for a job that is flexible
I started caring for seniors over 10 years
One thing you should know about me is that I take excellent care of my clients
Julie can also help with: Personal care, live-in home care, home modification, meal prep, light cleaning
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Recent home care reviews in Portland, CT
Chelsea R.
5.0
Had hired someone before hearing from her.
- Mary M.
Kelly P.
5.0
Kelly was a such a compassionate, warm person. My Mother loved having her as her caregiver. Kelly went above and beyond all the time. She was a dream!!!!
- Susan B.
Emina K.
5.0
Due to my work schedule that requires a lot of travel time I can't be there for my mother at times but having Emina has made all the difference. Whenever I am not in town Emina takes care of my mother by keeping her company, providing entertainment, going shopping with her, cooking for her, cleaning...
- Ahmad O.
Doreen K.
5.0
Doreen helped care for my elderly mother for several years. She was wonderful & I would highly recommend her.
- Dave L.
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FAQs for finding home care in Portland, CT
How much does private home care cost per hour near me in Portland, CT?
The average rate for hiring a home care provider in Portland, CT as of January, 2025 is $30.00 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 Portland, CT?
Care.com has 1 home care providers for seniors in Portland, CT. 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 Portland, CT 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 Portland, CT?
The types of home health care services near you in Portland, CT 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 Portland, CT 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 Portland, CT?
If you need to hire senior home care near you in Portland, CT, 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 Portland, CT?
When you’re hiring in home health care services near you in Portland, CT, 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.