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I enjoy helping the elderly I'm kind reliable patient and on time please feeL to contact me I have great references
Evelyn can also help with: Hospice services, live-in home care, dementia
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
CPR
I am a compassionate, reliable and patient caregiver. I am a currently certified and licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant who wants to help you/your loved one live their best life at any age. I will assist with all activities of daily living as well as provide transport and companionship when needed.
Kelly can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care, hospice services, errands, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Been working in the medical field well over six years, I came to be in the medical field by helping a sick relative and low and behold by doing this l found one of my passion and that's caring for others. I'm 6'5 250lbs that being said I'm very strong and lots of patients feel super safe in my hands when doing anything. I'm...
Tyran can also help with: Personal care, respite care, hospice services, live-in home care, dementia, visiting physician & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Tyran is a kind and pleasant caregiver who gives 200% His client likes him and he does everything he can to make it a good day."
Jude R.
5.0
(8)
I am a Pca, Cna and residential counselor with over 16 years of experience. I provide my individuals with assistance in their activities of their daily living and I also am medication certified so I can assist with medicine management and appointments etc. I love what I do, it gives me great joy and fulfillment to help others...
Akosua can also help with: Companionship, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"She was very dependable a very hard dedicated employee."
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 30 years experience in long term care I've worked with many diverse people. I'm reliable and able to work on my own I have background checks thru interim healthcare whom I presently work for and thru site an on line service.
Mary can also help with: Companionship, personal care, errands, meal prep, mobility assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Mary has been my nurses aide for 5 years. She is the most caring thorough hard working person in my life. One of patience and kindness at all times. She knows how to care for patients like me and had set a routine like clock work that works for both of us. Mary...
Mary M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Culinary arts, house keeping, organizing, create an appointment for doctor visits, elderly transportation
Kimesha can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"She has a very big heart and also has a longtime experience in her field of work "
Care member
Ann W.
Watervliet, NY
$25-41/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi, my name is Ann. I have over 25 years experience working in child and elder care. I'm an RN, first aid/CPR trained and have an associates in Early Education. I'm very outgoing and personable and enjoy meeting people. I enjoy sports, being outdoors, going to the library and arts/crafts. I've worked in the medical field on/off...
Ann can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, hospice services, errands, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"If only we needed Ann longer. My mother entered hospice and there was family to care for her. Ann was so easy going and flexible with our day to day needs. She always kept busy with other tasks when my mom didn’t have needs. "
Care member
5.0
(4)
I am a passionate caregiver/ companion with over 10 yrs of experience in long term/ end of life care. I have worked with Alzheimer's and Dementia patients. I have also worked in rehabilitation. I am knowledgeable in med administration, specialty diets and how to prepare them; such as puree, mechanical soft, moist ground, ect. As...
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, live-in home care, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Sara has always been a reliable hard-working compassionate person, Always being attentive to the needs of others and helping to improve their quality of life. I have known her for the last 20 years working with her as a colleague"
Amelia M.
Luzette P.
Albany, NY
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a positive and patient. I could multi task. For several years I worked in a hospital as a patient care assistant. For the past 5 years I worked as a home health aid taking care of seniors. I can help with Transportation Services and Bathing/Dressing.
Luzette can also help with: Dementia, companionship, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Very reliable, caring and professional. Highly recommend."
Gennaro S.
5.0
(11)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 34 plus years of working with the elderly. I worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant for 15 years at Resurrection Nursing Home in Castleton, NY. Throughout these 31 plus years I did in home care as well. I have done hospice care, in the nursing home, their own home and the hospital. Following that, I worked as a Patient...
Holly can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, dementia
5.0
"Holly helped take care of my mother with Alzheimer's/dementia. She is an extremely nice, patient and caring woman with my mom, who because of dementia, can sometimes be difficult. She did overnights with mom because of wandering concerns. Holly made meals, and...
Lisa T.
Chelsy B.
Delmar, NY
$25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hey I'm Chelsy! I'm a certified nurses assistant. I've been in the field for 8-9 years and I love what I do! I will take care of your family member as if they are my own! If I'm unable to help you with hours that you need I can refer you to one of my girls that I worked with for the last 8 years or so. I can give you references....
Chelsy can also help with: Home modification, errands, companionship, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
5.0
"Kind, dependable and knowledgeable. Great help to my family."
Jim and Jeannine M.
Qiarah M.
Troy, NY
$15-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Certified Nurses Assistant with advanced knowledge of Alzheimer's and dementia. Seeking a long term care position.
Customer/Client relations Inventory management
Maintained safety and security of all Residence under care.
Responded appropriately to the physical, emotional and development needs of patients Maintained a clean,...
Qiarah can also help with: Live-in home care, home modification, personal care, respite care, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Qiarah has been caring for my mom few the last few months. She does a wonderful job. She is punctual and dependable and I would recommend her"
Sandra F.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a certified home health aide with 10+ years experience delivering compassionate caregiving specializing in caring for elderly, person suffering from illness, and those with disabilities. Adept in providing optimal care for those who cannot care for themselves , and those who require a more intense level of patient care . ,...
Shaeisha can also help with: Errands, dementia, live-in home care, hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Shaeisha was amazing, she goes above and beyond. Very Reliable, we would definitely recommend her and rehire her."
Kerrol C.
Mary-kathleen B.
Albany, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Retired Rn Looking For Caregiver Position Part time. Companion And Help At Home, Errands.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Retired RN back in workforce , last 12 years many elder cases , cooking , cleaning , meds and Dr appts. Dementia, visually impaired patients, hospice . Activities of daily living . Really enjoy listening to people's life stories and seeing the joy as they relive their memories.
Fully vaccinated and boosted.
Mary-kathleen can also help with: Companionship, personal care, dementia, errands, light cleaning, meal prep & more
5.0
"Kate has served our family with nearly three wonderful years of caretaking for my 95 year old Nana. Her care and compassion are unmatched! My Nana has several chronic diseases that Kate helped our family navigate and treat with the same level of devotion and...
Katie B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have had 17 years of professional diverse HHA/ PCA experience working through a few agencies as well as several years of caring for private clients & my immediate family members. I also learn from them and enjoy making their life more comfortable by meeting their personal needs which include the following: Personal care,...
Ann can also help with: Dementia, mobility assistance, errands, companionship, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Extremely professional, capable and compassionate. Excellent choice."
Orest B.
4.8
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, Helping people is my passion. I'm currently a nursing student at HVCC. I choose nursing as a career choice because of the joy I get from doing what I love. Just me helping someone daily makes a difference in their lives also mines. My nickname is Smiley at a nursing facility that I work at and Bubbles because of my Light...
Deona can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, hospice services, dementia, errands, home modification & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Deona is a very charismatic individual who takes pride in the work that she does. She lights up everyone's heart, and has been welcomed in so many different families because of her stellar work ethics. Her naturally bubbly persona makes the feelings of the people...
Marie M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I love people and want to help you and your loved one! I am a mother and wife we have one son, who has graduated from college, who is married and living life on his own! I have five years experience doing this full-time. Really even more than that! I have all the time in the world for you on the schedule you need! I can shop for...
Kathy can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, dementia, hospice services, live-in home care, errands & more
5.0
"Kathy was hired to help take care of my mother who has advanced dementia. She was very caring and helpful. She helped with personal hygiene, companionship, food preparation and also did some light housekeeping. She was always on time and very flexible as our...
Sherry D.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I worked as a science teacher back home for 24 years, I worked as a volunteer teaching assistant for 2 years in Albany High School, and worked as a PCT and PCA in Albany Med for 8 years. I'm also experienced with taking care of cardiac and Alzheimer's patients.
Also, I am available to work nights and days.
Huda can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care
Skills:
CNA
Hello thank u for stopping in , I Kaprisha am a Compassionate Certified Home Health Aide for 15 years now. I'm CPR certified, I'm NHTD certified, I'm Going to school to become a Certified Nursing Assistant in September 24. I have a wide range of medical care skills applicable to positions in public and private healthcare...
Kaprisha can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
I have 3 years of working in a hospital and assisted living setting (with people with developmental disabilities). Certificated Patient Care assistant
Harmoni can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, errands, personal care, light cleaning
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Recent home care reviews in Rensselaer, NY
Tyran B.
5.0
Tyran is a kind and pleasant caregiver who gives 200% His client likes him and he does everything he can to make it a good day.
- Jude R.
Akosua D.
5.0
She was very dependable a very hard dedicated employee.
- Care member
Mary E.
5.0
Mary has been my nurses aide for 5 years. She is the most caring thorough hard working person in my life. One of patience and kindness at all times. She knows how to care for patients like me and had set a routine like clock work that works for both of us. Mary goes above and beyond her duties of a...
- Mary M.
Kimesha K.
5.0
She has a very big heart and also has a longtime experience in her field of work
- Care member
Ann W.
5.0
If only we needed Ann longer. My mother entered hospice and there was family to care for her. Ann was so easy going and flexible with our day to day needs. She always kept busy with other tasks when my mom didn’t have needs.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding home care in Rensselaer, NY
How much does private home care cost per hour near me in Rensselaer, NY?
The average rate for hiring a home care provider in Rensselaer, NY as of February, 2025 is $22.50 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 Rensselaer, NY?
Care.com has 2 home care providers for seniors in Rensselaer, 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 Rensselaer, 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 Rensselaer, NY?
The types of home health care services near you in Rensselaer, 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 Rensselaer, 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 Rensselaer, NY?
If you need to hire senior home care near you in Rensselaer, 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 Rensselaer, NY?
When you’re hiring in home health care services near you in Rensselaer, 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.