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60 home care are listed in Poughkeepsie, NY
The average posted rate is $23/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby home care is 7 years
Home care in Poughkeepsie, NY
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a humble individual very down to earth and easy to get a long with. I believe that being able to offer my assistance to those in need is a blessing and it's something that I am very passionate about and I enjoy doing it.
Shaneka can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, live-in home care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Have worked for well known co. for the past 9 years as a senior caregiver. Was Caregiver of the year and have received many awards and recognitions. Just relocated to this area and I'm ready to help you and/ or your loved one. I'm reliable, patient, and understanding. Contact me and we'll chat!
Teresa can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, personal care, hospice services, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
(7)
I'm Mariam, 30 years old and I'm from the country Georgia. I moved to the US 8 years ago and I have been working as a caregiver since then.
I have 8 years of experience working as a companion/caregiver.
Experience includes (live in and live out assignments):
- Assist clients with daily needs including personal hygiene,...
Mariam can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, errands, home modification, light cleaning, dementia & more
5.0
"Miriam has been the most dependable, compassionate, industrious caregiver my family has ever encountered. She has taken such wonderful care of my parents for the past year until they went to assisted living. We all miss her lovely personality and positive outlook...
Lynn G.
4.8
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
***Covid Vaccinated Care Giver***
Hi! My name is Lisa and I work as a Certified Personal Care Assistant. I live in Wappingers Falls and have reliable transportation. I come to you experienced, compassionate, trustworthy and hardworking. I have excellent references and look forward to meeting you. Thank you in advance for your...
Lisa can also help with: Dementia, personal care, light cleaning, mobility assistance, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
4.0
"Very helpful and in referring a colleague "
Lawrence D.
5.0
(2)
Hello! I am a retired.... mom/grandma trying to keep busy doing what I love, which is helping you take care of the kiddos! I was an art teacher at a private Catholic school, and am currently teaching Sunday school at my church. I'm available after school, during the summer and other breaks. Can bring them to and from activities,...
Sonia can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, mobility assistance, errands, companionship, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Sonia was very responsible, kind and honest. She helped care for my elderly father until he passed away. "
Care member
4.5
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi I go by Sharon. I'm a very reliable and outgoing person with a Lot of patience. Started out my career as a CNA. I am currently an LPN. With 22 years of experience in critical care, pediatric care, geriatric/senior care. I'm also CPR certified. I enjoy listening to music and cooking.
Yoshada can also help with: Dementia, personal care, respite care, hospice services
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Licensed Nurse
5.0
"Sharon is a wonderful caregiver. She is responsive, reliable and I would not hesitate to hire her again. Thank you for taking such good care of Mom (and bringing her homemade soup) and putting me at ease!"
Marisa S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there
Compassionate, reliable, dedicated CHHA with over 18 years of experience, nursing home and private home care. Exceptional care and support to patients with a wide range of disabilities, illnesses, and other health related challenges. Experience in Alzheimer's, dementia, cancer, COPD, end of life hospice care....
Shontelle can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, hospice services, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"She is very experienced, reliable and a genuinely good person."
Herve P.
Agrey B.
Highland, NY
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(9)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
My name is Agrey. I am a Certified Nurses Assistant (CNA) and a Medical Technician. I have been working in health care for over 30 years. I worked in Nursing Homes. Putnam Hospital Center and in people's homes caring for the sick and elderly.
I have experience working with Patients with Alzheimer's, Dementia, Diabetes, Cancer,...
Agrey can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, errands, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Agrey is five stars in all the ways you need and some you didn't know you needed. Our practically family elderly neighbor wanted to live the end of her life at home and for four months Agrey made that possible with dignity, compassion, and humor. Agrey is wise and...
Corinne W.
I have 22 years of experience in this field. I have taken care of a variety of different elders such as people with diabetes, renal failure, cancer, COPD, Alzheimer's, dementia, diabetes, M. S. as well as ALS heart failure and variety of physical and mental disabilities. I can operate a hoyar lift, I have also worked with...
Christine can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care, mobility assistance, dementia, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
Hi! I'm a Medical assistant looking to be of assistance to the senior community.
I graduated as a medical assistant in 2014 and worked mostly in Drs offices, always giving special attention to the elderly. I then started privately caring for just elders.
I personally am a single mother of 2, a 20 yr old son, 25yr old daughter....
Melissa can also help with: Personal care, errands, light cleaning, companionship, meal prep
Debbie C.
Wappingers Falls, NY
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am a married mother of three boys. I have worked with seniors as well as in the school district for the past 10 years as a teaching assistant in a preschool/daycare. Prior to working while raising my children I was also taking care of my elderly father as well as my father-in-law who had dementia. I am a caring person who will...
Debbie can also help with: Dementia, personal care
Connie C.
Salt Point, NY
$16-30/hr • 1 yrs exp
I Will Provide Individualized Quality Care To Your Loved One As Well As Companionship.
I have always enjoyed my time with senior citizens. I cared for my grandmother for many years, while battling cancer. I would help with cleaning, laundry, cooking, running errands, bathing, assist with her balance and walking, and most of all with love, quality care from the heart. I enjoy companionship too. We enjoyed playing...
Connie can also help with: Companionship, errands, mobility assistance, personal care, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Lynne and I am a Certified Nursing Assistant with more than 30 years of experience. I have a passion for working with geriatrics and have made it my life's work. Throughout the last 30 years I have worked in the facilities and have worked as a home care nurse. My experiences have allowed me to continually evaluate the...
Lynne can also help with: Dementia, respite care, hospice services, personal care
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
I started caring for seniors when I was in college in Michigan. Working for Care N Assist, I learned invaluable tools for senior care. I later went on to study for my CNA although I didn't wish to pursue it further.
In my spare time, I like to read and write poetry. I currently have a poetry book out now. I also am a huge fan...
Monet can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, errands, home modification, live-in home care & more
Hello, I have been involved in caring for senior citizens for a decade. Kidney failure, dementia, Alzheimer's, cancer. I am passionate about providing quality care and ensuring my clients' safety and comfort. I am especially skilled in providing companionship, and emotional support. Took a course in helping clients with daily...
Marvie can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, personal care, errands, light cleaning, dementia & more
I have been a nurse for going in 20 years! I have two beautiful boys at home. My experience ranges from infancy up to geriatrics and end of life procedure. I am comfortable in almost any setting. Looking for a home health position or nanny/babysitter. I love people of all ages, let me help care for them! LPN licensing up to...
Jacqueline can also help with: Errands, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Licensed Nurse
Navia W.
Marlboro, NY
$18-23/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hi I am Navia , I been doing this for about 7years. I have worked with people with different types of cases . I am a loving and compassionate person & try to fulfill the needs/task needed of me
Navia can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care, hospice services, errands, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
I'm a skilled LPN for a 7. 5 years in a nursing home, internal medicine and floated to urgent cares . I also started to work in a cardiology office. Such a big dedication in this field. To be able to encourage seniors and motivate them for the better makes me so happy. I pass out meds, do wound treatments, assists with CNA with...
Melissa can also help with: Personal care, visiting nurse, visiting physician, live-in home care, dementia
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
Alicia M.
Pleasant Valley, NY
$22-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have 20 + years of experience. I can help with everyday activities ( light house cleaning, reminder to take daily medication, daily hygiene routine, meal prep and anything else that may need my assistance) I'm also pet friendly!
Alicia can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, companionship, dementia, mobility assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
My grandparents cared for my sisters & me when we were younger. They took us on so many day trips & even to Europe every summer. As they grew older I found our roles reversing & now I was caring for them & taking them places. I enjoyed doing this for my grandparents & I am certain I would enjoy helping other elderly individuals...
Thomas can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care
Skills:
CPR
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Recent home care reviews in Poughkeepsie, NY
Mariam T.
5.0
Mariam is outstanding caregiver. She did a great job taking care of my mother. Mariam was helping my mom with eating, dressing, showering. She has her own car and was helping my mother get to appointments. Mariam is very kind and pleasant. She is reliable and easy to work with.
- Teona T.
Lisa K.
5.0
Lisa has just started caring for my mom in her home. So far I've found Lisa to be a reliable, positive and competent person. Lisa is available for whatever my mom needs and we are both grateful to have found her.
- Nancy G.
Sonia R.
5.0
Sonia has worked for my mother for over 25 years. She was always hard working, on time, did a good job and became part of our family over those many years. She was like a member of our family and I would highly recommend her!
- Care member
Yoshada S.
4.0
Yosada is dependable and has experience. I would use her again.
- Ernest G.
Shontelle D.
5.0
I wholeheartedly and enthusiastically recommend Shontelle who I found to be a wonderful, caring, compassionate, skilled, sensitive, insightful and capable HHA to our elderly client.
I personally hired Shontelle as part of our Homecare Team, at a point where our client required a high level of...
- 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 February, 2025 is $23.43 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 42 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 Rating4.7 / 5
Home Care in Poughkeepsie, NY are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 55 reviews of the 60 listed home care.