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60 home care are listed in Poughkeepsie, NY
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby home care is 7 years
Home care in Poughkeepsie, NY
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 21 years of experience with taking care of the elderly . I have had a certificate for nursing assistant and also have my home health aide certificate as well as my pca. I have many years of experience with dementia, Alzheimer's, stroke patients, cancer, end of life, vascular dementia and hospice care. I have a great...
Jodie can also help with: Dementia, companionship, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Jodie is a wonderful caregiver she took excellent care of my grandfather she stayed with him up until the good lord called him home . Jodie was also very comforting to our family leading up to grandpa's death she was a shoulder to cry on an ear to talk to .
Anyone...
Angela C.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Over 30+ yrs of experience. 44yo woman from NYC currently residing in Poughkeepsie. Was a CNA for 10yrs & a HHA for 5yrs. Employed FT w/ NYS OPWDD, for adults w/ Dev Disabilities in their homes all across the neighboring 5 counties & continuing my education in Nursing. My yrs of exp in the field are but not limited to:...
Myra can also help with: Companionship, errands, meal prep, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"She is very professional and friendly."
Catherine T.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 30 years of experience in caring for the elderly (Dementia / Alzheimer's) and physically challenged individuals. I can also help with transportation services and personal care.
Nadine can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, personal care, dementia, errands
5.0
"I cannot express how amazing Nadine is! She has been providing care for my elderly mother (82) and awe could not have picked a better person to do it.
My mom is ridged, stubborn and all the things that come with age, but somehow Nadine broke through that and...
Denise M.
Rosita M.
Poughkeepsie, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.6
(9)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a certified home health aid of 20+ years of experience. I have cared for the elderly, the disabled population, those with dementia as well as those with mental health disabilities . I am MED certified as well as CPR certified. I live in the Town of Poughkeepsie New York and I have 3 beautiful kids. I'm a loving, supporting,...
Rosita can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, home modification, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
4.0
"She is very caring and has a lot of patience "
Care member
5.0
(13)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Experienced Caregiver with 10
plus years caring for the elderly population. I'm very reliable, diligent, caring and hardworking. I'm also CPR certified.
Kedie can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, home modification, dementia, meal prep, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"She was a caregiver and gave it her all, very compassionate toward her client and loved ones."
Care member
5.0
(2)
Problem solving skill, creative, time management, communication skills, team work, staying positive,
Compassionate and very patient.
Cynthina can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, live-in home care, light cleaning, mobility assistance, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Very personable, patient, kind and family oriented"
Joanne S.
Jennifer T.
Poughkeepsie, NY
$27/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
My name is jennifer, im a certified cna, bls . Work at local hospital on the orthopedic unit for 12 years. Doing home care for 20 yeas, I does groceries shopping Drs appointments. Light House keepimg . Friendly reliable have my own transportation. With references upon request... I also work in the GI lab as on endo technician...
Jennifer can also help with: Visiting physician, dementia, hospice services, personal care
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Excellent with my dad, making him exercise, personal care, makes lunch and extremely kind."
Caprice P.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Home Health Aid available.
20 years experience in home healthcare. As I work with patients I provide love and care. My goal is that my patients are able to maintain their independence and that I meet the needs of each person I care for, I have respect for them. I am kind hearted and I really care about the patient.
Certified...
Lali can also help with: Meal prep, mobility assistance, light cleaning, errands, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"So kind and extremely reliable! Lali has been an absolute blessing for my family. Highly recommend if you have loved ones in need of a helping hand."
Bethanne H.
3.9
(7)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am a certified nursing assistant. I have been in this field for 12 years. I am also CPR certified. I take care of the elderly as I love doing. Very warm and compassionate. I am available on the weekends and the evenings during the week. Being able to help and provide for the ones who don't have the physical ability to do so....
Megan can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, home modification, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"I wholeheartedly and enthusiastically recommend Megan.who she is wonderful, caring, compassionate, skilled, sensitive, insightful and capable CNA to our elderly client.
I personally hired Megan as part of our Homecare Team, at a point where our client required a...
Care member
5.0
(2)
my name is Nadine, a caring and compassionate home health aide dedicated to providing comprehensive personal support. known for administering exceptional services to individuals and their families. passionate about making a difference in others lives. quality patient care..
Nadine can also help with: Live-in home care, meal prep, personal care, errands, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Nadine cared for my very ill sister for several months until her passing. Nadine was an angel on earth. She provided care and love and support. I can’t say enough about how wonderful she is!!"
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I would like to thank you for taking the time out to read this. Also, I want to let you know I understand that it is HARD to find a dependable, caring, and honest person who you have to trust to come into your personal space aka your home or your parents home. I hope I can prove you wrong though. I have been in and out of...
Alisa can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, dementia, mobility assistance, hospice services, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
CPR
CNA
5.0
"I would like to write an unreserved recommendation for Alisa. Alisa was absolutely amazing. She came into my families life at one of the most difficult times, when my father in law started on hospice. She was professional, compassionate, and everything we needed....
Melanie S.
Ana L.
Poughkeepsie, NY
$30/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I described myself as a caring, responsible, and patient caregiver.
I have 8 years of experience in adult and senior care. I do my very best to be as dependable, reliable, compassionate, and caring as I can be.
My services include meal preparation, giving medication, helping with showers, or sponge baths, driving to doctor's...
Ana can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, light cleaning, dementia, live-in home care, errands & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Ana and her sister in law cared for my mother. Ana and Judith were the kindest most patient and giving people I have had the pleasure of working with. They cared for my mother. I will be forever greatful to these ladies. They are wonderful."
Geralyn L.
4.5
(2)
Am a certified HHA/PCA I can help with bathing dress feed meal pre etc. I've been doing private care job over 10 years now. I have a lot of experience I work home for childrens for 2yrs I work with kids and adults with disabilities and I have work with unlimited care for 3yrs. I work for office of children and family services....
Annalicia can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, errands, live-in home care, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
4.0
"Annalicia has helped me care after my aunt in the past. She is extremely helpful and responsive "
Hallie J.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have14 years experience in providing senior care in the home setting as well as in the medical setting. I am also open to doing light housekeeping, medications, and transportation to medical appointments and cooking meals.
Alithia can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, mobility assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
5.0
"Lee was wonderful with my mother and was more than we could have asked for. She is a warm, and dedicated person who was willing to go above and beyond the basic duties that we hired her for. My mother loved to see Lee each day and looked forward to the plans they...
Pamela O.
5.0
(1)
I'm a certified CPR/HHA caregiver and have been assisting the elderly for over 20 years. I've worked in a private and professional settings caring for clients/patients with dementia, heart disease, Parkinson, pulmonary disease, stroke and more. I've assisted with basic companionship to total care which includes activities of...
Karine can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, personal care, live-in home care
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Excellent caregiver! Knowledgeable, observant, caring and understanding!
Highly recommend! "
Vikram D.
suekae B.
Poughkeepsie, NY
$16-26/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'm a very hard working, compassionate loving and caring individual. I have a 10years experience taking care of seniors citizens, dementia I also have experience working with hospice care I am a certified home health Aid and CNA This is not only a Job for me it's my passion, knowing that I can put a smile on someone face and...
suekae can also help with: Live-in home care, meal prep, mobility assistance, light cleaning, home modification
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
Let me introduce myself, my name is Bridget and I have prior certifications through New York State as a Certified Nursing Assistant, Home Health Aide, Personal Care Aide and have been certified to pass medications. With 5+ years professional experience both in clinical and home settings as well as 6+ years personal experience, I...
Bridget can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care, hospice services, respite care, dementia
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a jovial person, who is fun loving as well. I take pride in whatever I do and I always try to do it at the best of my ability. I've worked with the elderly in the past and I can say I know I've got the gift of taking care of others who needs assistants who cannot help themselves.
Colleen can also help with: Personal care, live-in home care
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Giro P.
Poughkeepsie, NY
$16-26/hr • 4 yrs exp
3+ years in short/long term care. Nursing assistant, 20s, looking for schooling or other opportunity, this seems more independent. Thank you. Part-time/ per diem.
Giro can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, respite care, live-in home care, mobility assistance
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Sameea S.
Poughkeepsie, NY
$19-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hey everyone! I am a 23-year-old honor roll college graduate. I enjoy working with others for a living; no matter the age, if a person needs aide I am willing to provide it. I am very friendly, caring, sociable, and dependable. I am willing to give my all to ensure everyone is given the best care when in my presence. I have...
Sameea can also help with: Personal care, dementia
Skills:
CPR
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Recent home care reviews in Poughkeepsie, NY
Jodie K.
5.0
Jodie is a wonderful caregiver she took excellent care of my grandfather she stayed with him up until the good lord called him home . Jodie was also very comforting to our family leading up to grandpa's death she was a shoulder to cry on an ear to talk to .
Anyone who hires Jodie will be happy...
- Angela C.
Myra L.
5.0
Myra has been a God send for me and my father. She was absolutely reliable and well informed. Myra only needs instruction one time, she is smart, considerate and thinks five steps ahead. She is organized and trust worthy beyond belief. Anyone would be lucky to have her help. She is 10/10 would...
- Lesli F.
Nadine F.
5.0
Nadine is professional, caring, dedicated and responsible. She worked in our home with my mom for the past six months and they developed a warm, respectful relationship. My mom is moving into a facility so we no longer need in-home help. My mom will miss Nadine's optimism and friendly personality,...
- Care member
Rosita M.
5.0
Rosie is very kind, caring and compassionate. She gives 100% to all she cares for.
- Care member
Kedie M.
5.0
I wholeheartedly and enthusiastically recommend Kedie she is wonderful, caring, compassionate, skilled, sensitive, insightful and a capable aide to our elderly client.
I worked closely with Kedi as part of our Homecare Team, at a point where our client required a high level of assistance and...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding home care in Poughkeepsie, NY
How much does private home care cost per hour near me in Poughkeepsie, NY?
The average rate for hiring a home care provider in Poughkeepsie, NY as of April, 2025 is $22.16 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 Poughkeepsie, NY?
Care.com has 43 home care providers for seniors in Poughkeepsie, 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 Poughkeepsie, 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 Poughkeepsie, NY?
The types of home health care services near you in Poughkeepsie, 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 Poughkeepsie, 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 Poughkeepsie, NY?
If you need to hire senior home care near you in Poughkeepsie, 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 Poughkeepsie, NY?
When you’re hiring in home health care services near you in Poughkeepsie, 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.
Ratings for Poughkeepsie, NY home care listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Home Care in Poughkeepsie, NY are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 70 reviews of the 60 listed home care.