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5.0
(1)
My mother lived with my husband and I in our in-law apartment for 6 years. She had Alzheimer's, and passed in 2010. It is a horrible disease and requires a great deal of compassion, patience, and understanding. I love to help people and I have the skills required to care for them.
2019 Previously I worked for a company out of...
Mari can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, errands, light cleaning, companionship, home modification & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Mari is amazing! She is one of the best care givers I have seen and I’ve had two sick parents. She cared for my mom for almost 2 years and her care included- medicine management ,cooking, cleaning and taking her to and from Dialysis. Mari always went the...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have done home care for many years... I enjoy the company of elderly adults in need of care.. I Love to cook, I like to take my clients out for outings or out for lunch or dinner.. I enjoy watching Tv with my clients. I can bath and get the clients ready for anything.. I have worked for the mentally challenged for a few years...
Cynthia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, errands, personal care & more
5.0
"I am a recovering stroke patient. Cindy is a pleasure to have helping me in my household. She is a big help and understanding and patient. Cindy is a good cook and she brings me small meals she prepared in her home. Which are delicious She makes every effort to...
James L.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Sheri, I am an experienced Home Health Aide with a progressive career history in direct patient care in private home-care settings. Experience in ADLs, direct patient care, chronic disease management, transfers, mobility assistance, foley care, tube feedings, Dementia, Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease. I...
Sheri-ann can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, errands, home modification, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
4.9
(7)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I enjoy the Senior population because I feel we can learn from them and their experiences. I would like to be part of their quality of life journey providing them with a listening ear and extra hands for their daily needs. I have Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist and Caregiver experience.
Lori can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, errands, companionship, hospice services, mobility assistance & more
5.0
"Lori is exceptional, and was the perfect choice for my elderly mother with Alzheimer's. She has driven her, taken walks with her, and helped with most aspects of her care. Aside from the practicalities, what has made Lori exceptional is that she goes above and...
Lorna S.
Cheryl P.
New Bedford, MA
$25-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am available for personal care, cooking delicious and healthy meals, housekeeping, transportation to appointments or just a drive on a beautiful day. I was a CNA for many years until I left the field to get my Associate's degree. Since then, I have worked as a laboratory technician. I truly miss hands on care and am...
Cheryl can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, companionship, personal care, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Cheryl is an awesome hire. She came in and started to take care of our Mom like she had been on the job for months. Housekeeping, meals and Moms needs where all handled like a pro and that's what you look for in a caregiver .Thank you Cheryl for your time
Jeff...
Jeff S.
4.2
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) for eight years and truly enjoy the companionship aspect of caregiving rather than the medical side. I am a patient, responsible, and respectful professional who prefers working overnight shifts. While I have experience in nursing homes and assisted living facilities, my passion...
Monique can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, mobility assistance & more
5.0
"Great Caregiver with calming presence "
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5.0
(1)
I have over 10 years of experience in various areas of senior care. I can help with light housekeeping, laundry, heating up meals, errands, or just companionship. I am a certified home health aide and have done hospice volunteering as well. I enjoy the elderly population and love to hear their stories and experiences while...
Cindy Harry can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, respite care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Cindy has provided my Mom with exceptional care for the last 7 months. She has truly made my Mom's "Summer and early Fall months" in Providence so enjoyable! She is willing to do anything that is needed. Cindy is adventurous, capable, fun, understanding, good...
Catharine B.
Vondell B.
Cranston, RI
$20/hr • 8 yrs exp
Available For Housekeeping, Meals, Errands, Companionship, Appointments Etc.
5.0
(1)
I have experience 8 years. I've worked with children with special need. I help out with anything that needs to be done. I'm a great cook and clean. The people I worked with I bathe, prepare meals, laundry, house work etc. I am currently the HR Director of a Homecare angency in Warwick, RI.
Vondell can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, dementia, companionship, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Vondell is a kind, hardworking, reliable women. She has a big heart, and treats everyone like family. All around great person. Highly recommend. "
Candice M.
5.0
(5)
I have 14+years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services&Meal Preparation. I have many years of experience in hospice care and long-term home Care. A also I can handle all medication needs help organizing doctors appointments when necessary . I have extensive knowledge in diabetic care. I'm just about an expert at...
Jamie can also help with: Errands, meal prep, hospice services, dementia, live-in home care, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Jamie is the quintessential CNA- one of a kind whose care and efforts i suspect would be impossible to duplicate. She will treat your loved one like she would those in her own family. In fact, she will become a member of yours. She is tenacious, high achieving and...
Care member
5.0
(8)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi I have over 25 years of experience caring for others. I have worked as a c. n a, c. m. t and c. m. a. I started out working in nursing homes as well as home care bathing, feeding, dressing and other daily care needs. I have done private home care assisting with all adl's, and high level care. I worked for several doctors ,...
Melissa can also help with: Dementia, errands, hospice services, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Wound Care
5.0
"Melissa is caring, professional and in all ways a great caretaker."
Ann N.
Amanda M.
Warwick, RI
$25-26/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
I am a CNA- with first aid and CPR certification. I have experience with the elderly in nursing home and home care setting. I also have experience with children and mentally ill patients. I am very kind and considerate. I am willing to bathe, run errands, bring on appointments, clean and cook for patients. I also have experience...
Amanda can also help with: Dementia, personal care, light cleaning, companionship, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
CPR
5.0
"We love Amanda! She is amazing with my kids ages 6 and 4. If your looking for an honest, reliable, hard worker than look no further! Highly recommended! "
Sam R.
5.0
(25)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I am a dependable and compassionate senior 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 with conversation, taking vital signs, and...
Carla can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, companionship, dementia, hospice services & more
5.0
"I can't say enough about how wonderful Carla is! From personal hygiene to MD appointments and anything else that may need to be done, Carla is competent and caring. She has quickly become a valued member of the family and is a pleasure to be around. She is...
Suzanne L.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I am Cheryl B. For over 20 years I was The Administrator of a 22 bed assisted living facility, I was involved with all aspects of our Residents care on a daily basis. I earned my med tech certification in 1996. I enjoy making a difference in the quality of life, with laughter, hugs, and good food. I will always treat your...
Cheryl can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, personal care, respite care
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
5.0
"As soon as I interviewed Cheryl to help with care for my very sick and elderly mother, I knew she was the perfect match! Professional, caring, experienced. As soon as she and my mom spent some time together, my mom felt like she had a new friend--and I knew I could...
Pamela S.
5.0
(6)
I am not vaccinated but I do have 25 years of experience. I can help with Home Care and Meal Preparation. I started out with taking care of my uncle then I received my certificate as Home Health Aide. I then went on to receiving my certificate for CNA where I have worked in the nursing home setting for 16 years. I am now working...
Wanda can also help with: Errands, hospice services, dementia, personal care, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Wanda is caring, compassionate and lovingly patient. She was always on time, professional in caring for the patient (in this case my mom). Additionally, she made all our family members feel at ease. We were very confident in her abilities and blessed to have her...
Donna F.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have over 35 years experience with elderly and special care services. I have nursing home experience, as well as bathing, feeding, transferring and use of Hoyer lifts. I will do light housekeeping, shopping and provide companionship when requested. I am CNA Licensed, CPR, First Aid, AED Trained, HHA certified.
Lorraine can also help with: Dementia, respite care, live-in home care, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Lorraine has been a caregiver for my mother with Alzheimer's since October 2021. Lorraine is an individual who shows up earlier than asked, works hard and carries herself in a polite, respectful manner. In addition Lorraine is a family-person who has always...
Care member
Valerie K.
Providence, RI
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 21 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Home Care. I have worked in a skilled nursing facility and on Alzheimer units. The past 6 years I have had 2 live in jobs that were Approximately three years each.
Valerie can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, hospice services, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Valerie was wonderful for our family - a perfect fit! She is very friendly and was very respectful to my mom and to the whole family. She went above and beyond in her position, and easily communicated any concerns. You couldn't go wrong hiring Val!"
Erica J.
Rochelle R.
East Providence, RI
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Compassionate & Dependable Person Available For FT/PT Weekend Coverage
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
10 years of experienced in home care & home hospice.
Meal preparation, light housekeeping, assisting with feeding, medication management, elimination assistance, range of motion, ambulation assistance, wound care, personal care (such as bed/bath/shower) and assistance with dressing.
Rochelle can also help with: Visiting nurse, personal care, dementia, hospice services
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Rochelle is an incredibly professional, kindhearted caregiver who uses good judgment in handling any situation. She's also very smart, level-headed and competent. I would highly recommend her."
Elizabeth K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Being a stay at home mom has gave me nothing but joy for myself an my children. Every so often I find myself looking for gig here an there with the elderly or kids. Working third shift fits me best as for my husband would be home with them. Days I would need to find a babysitter for my children so that's where it gets harder for...
Rayna can also help with: Errands, transportation, light cleaning, personal care, meal prep
5.0
"Rayna is very polite, mature for her age, reliable, and a dependable young lady that I would recommend to everyone. She made my dad feel like he was himself again. She helped him out a lot with everything that he needed. When she was helping him it was with...
Brian R.
Natasha M.
Warwick, RI
$18/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Experience with physically and mentally disabled adults in a day program and group home setting. Helping with daily tasks of living. Training through RI state program for PCA.
Natasha can also help with: Dementia, errands, companionship, mobility assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I highly recommend Natasha! She cared for my mother at home through various stages of dementia and was always caring, respectful and punctual. She is reliable and experienced. My mother transitioned to a long term care facility, otherwise Natasha would still be a...
Shelley P.
4.8
(4)
Hello, my name is Kayla. :) I started my healthcare journey (my love for caring for individuals) by going to a vocational HS and receiving my CNA in 2010. I then worked as a CNA up until 2016, graduated from a Nursing program June 2016 and started working as a Nurse (LPN) in August 2016! I have a wide variety of experience as...
Kayla can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, dementia, live-in home care, hospice services, companionship & more
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Kayla is a very dependable person, always on time, very respectful, Such a great worker!!!"
Malaysia D.
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Recent home care reviews in Portsmouth, RI
Mari S.
5.0
Mari is amazing! She is one of the best care givers I have seen and I’ve had two sick parents. She cared for my mom for almost 2 years and her care included- medicine management ,cooking, cleaning and taking her to and from Dialysis. Mari always went the extra mile - including multiple visits...
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Cynthia N.
5.0
I am a recovering stroke patient. Cindy is a pleasure to have helping me in my household. She is a big help and understanding and patient. Cindy is a good cook and she brings me small meals she prepared in her home. Which are delicious She makes every effort to care for me beyond any other that has...
- James L.
Lori P.
5.0
I absolutely LOVE her. She's amazing, compassionate, reliable, experienced, and has been my mother's rock and greatest advocate. She goes above and beyond in her job role, exhibiting
tremendous skill and experience. I
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Cheryl P.
5.0
Cheryl was great while she was helping us. She always arrived on time, was very professional and amicable. My wife was happy when she came to help us.
- Care member
Monique T.
5.0
Monique is a kind and caring caretaker. She is reliable and a good communicator.
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FAQs for finding home care in Portsmouth, RI
How much does private home care cost per hour near me in Portsmouth, RI?
The average rate for hiring a home care provider in Portsmouth, RI as of April, 2025 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 Portsmouth, RI?
Care.com has 3 home care providers for seniors in Portsmouth, RI. 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 Portsmouth, RI 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 Portsmouth, RI?
The types of home health care services near you in Portsmouth, RI 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 Portsmouth, RI 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 Portsmouth, RI?
If you need to hire senior home care near you in Portsmouth, RI, 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 Portsmouth, RI?
When you’re hiring in home health care services near you in Portsmouth, RI, 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.