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5.0
(17)
Currently working as a COTA/L (Certified and Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant). I have 5 years experience in a LTAC setting, 13 years in a TCR/SNF. I love my patients, residents, customers and their families. I have provided care to the elderly for over 20 years. I have provided personal care to clients who have been...
Jessica can also help with: Personal care, companionship, meal prep, mobility assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Jessica is the first to arrive at work in the morning to make sure her patients are cared for without being rushed. She's helpful and encouraging. She provides practical education to patients for ways they may be able to do more for themselves or to show them an...
Dawn F.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 10+ years in the Health Field. I have worked in Hospitals, Home care, Assisted Living, Nursing Homes. I Have done over 5 Private Duty jobs working with MS, Als , Stroke patients, children with disabilities,
Dementia, Alzheimer's, Cancer patients. I have worked with people that need mechanical lifts, on Vents and...
Melanie can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, home modification, errands, hospice services, personal care & more
Skills:
CNA
Licensed Nurse
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"She is extremely caring and pays attention to detail... She is reliable and an extremely hard worker. Melanie takes pride in her work"
Marlene V.
Natalya G.
New Bedford, MA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been providing emotional and physical support to seniors for over 10 years. I currently work as a CNA at a skilled nursing facility just over the Bourne bridge. I've been with them for the past 10 years. I'm CPR and BLS certified. Covid has encouraged me to branch out on my own. So, here I am looking for fellow companions....
Natalya can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, errands, live-in home care, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Natalya is fantastic. She takes care of our G. My mom loves Natalya we as a family were so lucky to find her and make her part of our family. She treats mom like she is her own mom. We are blessed. Thanks Natalya don't know what we would do without you !!"
Steve H.
3.3
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
24 years as CNA hospital home-care and nursing home care I love to work with the elders and love helping people.
Steven can also help with: Transportation, personal care, errands
4.0
"Steve is a caring person. He gets to know his client and is willing to do almost anything that is required. "
Matthew M.
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: Errands, meal prep, home modification, dementia, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
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: Light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, personal care, errands, meal prep & 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.
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: Mobility assistance, errands, hospice services, companionship, dementia, light cleaning & 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: Meal prep, dementia, errands, personal care, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Cheryl is a compassionate and knowledgeable caregiver. As primary caregiver, Cheryl was responsible for the care of my parents, one of whom had severe dementia. She treated my folks like her own, and they were very fond of her."
Matt G.
4.2
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been a CNA for 7 years. I enjoy the companionship rather than the medical part of it. I am a patient, responsible, and respectful woman who loves to work during overnight hours. I have done nursing homes and assisted living facilities but I have more experience with home care and that's what I enjoy the most. I love...
Monique can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, meal prep, mobility assistance, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Great Caregiver with calming presence "
Care member
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: Respite care, meal prep, light cleaning, errands
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, errands, hospice services, dementia, companionship, light cleaning & 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
(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: Light cleaning, errands, companionship, dementia, meal prep, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Wound Care
5.0
"Melissa is caring, professional and in all ways a great caretaker."
Ann N.
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: Dementia, errands, companionship, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep & more
5.0
"I've never known anyone for whom the phrase "a saint walks among us" applies, but I'm starting to think Carla might be one.
She is kind, smart, organized, empathic, and most importantly our cantankerous, crotchety, impossible mother thinks she is wonderful, too!...
Alison H.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 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, personal care, respite care, dementia
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
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: Meal prep, hospice services, errands, light cleaning, personal care, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Wanda took over while the PCA I've had for 3 years was suddenly called out of town. Wanda took care of everything as if she'd been here forever. She is an expert CNA, but Wanda is also a doer. She took care of my health needs, my home, my cooking, my pets, and...
Pamela M.
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, dementia, live-in home care, hospice services & 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.
5.0
(5)
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: Personal care, respite care, live-in home care, dementia
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Lorraine worked with my family as a PCA for my mother-in-law for over a year, and was with us the day she passed. Lorraine is professional, reliable, and was often willing to fill in when other PCAs needed time off, which was a giant relief to my father in law. The...
Ann-marie K.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 24 years experience working as CNA. My clinical experiences, training and recent hands on skills as a Respiratory Therapist have afforded me a well-rounded skill set, including a great interpersonal and communication skills. I have a strong interest to continue to be active in the field. In addition to my experience and...
Nicole can also help with: Companionship, dementia, hospice services, errands, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Nicole took care of my mother for several months while she recovered from knee surgery that left her immobile. Nicole was always professional, kind and knowledgeable. She is an exemplary care giver and companion."
Chris H.
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: Hospice services, visiting nurse, personal care, dementia
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
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, meal prep, personal care
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.
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Recent home care reviews in Portsmouth, RI
Jessica P.
5.0
Jessica is the first to arrive at work in the morning to make sure her patients are cared for without being rushed. She's helpful and encouraging. She provides practical education to patients for ways they may be able to do more for themselves or to show them an easier or safer way to complete a...
- Dawn F.
Melanie B.
5.0
Melanie is a caring, thorough care giver, and genuinely respects the integrity of her clients.
- Susan H.
Natalya G.
5.0
Natalya is fantastic. She takes care of our G. My mom loves Natalya we as a family were so lucky to find her and make her part of our family. She treats mom like she is her own mom. We are blessed. Thanks Natalya don't know what we would do without you !!
- Steve H.
Steven G.
4.0
Steve is a caring person. He gets to know his client and is willing to do almost anything that is required.
- Matthew M.
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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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 February, 2025 is $23.75 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 Portsmouth, RI?
Care.com has 4 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.