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60 home care are listed in Schenectady, NY
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby home care is 8 years
Home care in Schenectady, NY
3.7
(6)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have worked in the healthcare field for over 20 years. I am compassionate, dedicated, and experienced in giving quality care. I am a mother of 4 beautiful children as well as strong community advocate and a NYS licensed real estate agenct. I specialize in:
Companionship
Housekeeping and Laundry
Meal planning and...
Takeylyn can also help with: Respite care, live-in home care, hospice services, personal care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Takeylyn was definitely a blessing to our family. She gave the best care to our grandfather. Her energy and love made life so refreshing at a time we thought there was no hope. We still keep in contact with her til this day, she is one of our family members."
Sharon J.
5.0
(14)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Home Care services. Duties included assisting with (ADL) including personal care, hygiene, baths back rubs, shampoo, skin and nail care, dressing, exercises, ambulation and changing / making bed, meal prep, light housekeeping, med reminders, incontinence...
Aida can also help with: Hospice services, errands, dementia, home modification, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Aida took care of our dad and she did a wonderful job. She always help him with his personal needs, took him out on small trips, kept his home nice and neat. We enjoyed her professionalism."
Care member
4.9
(13)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a dedicated healthcare professional with over 19 years of experience in providing compassionate and skilled care. My expertise includes working with patients suffering from dementia, Alzheimer's, and Parkinson's, where I have honed the ability to notice subtle changes that can save lives and ensure the well-being of your...
Joy can also help with: Personal care, light cleaning, dementia, mobility assistance, companionship, specialized care & more
5.0
"My family hired Joy to care for my 80+ mother who has Parkinson's. Joy was very pleasant and caring. She is an excellent house cleaner and caregiver and would take my mother to Dr. appointments when needed. She was knowledgeable about medications and making sure...
Marie G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Marilyn E, LPN. I would like to start out by telling you a little bit more about myself, I have been a CNA for 13 years I am now an LPN. I have worked at Pathways Rehab and Nursing for 8 years. I'm very dependable and reliable and will treat your family w the dignity and respect they deserve. I enjoy being one on one. I would...
Marilyn can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, respite care, dementia
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Marilyn is very reliable and friendly she is a leader and we enjoyed her working with our family"
David W.
Nalini B.
Schenectady, NY
$16-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm certified home health aide for 10+yrs of experience working with adults and seniors care. I do my very best to be as dependable, reliable compassionate and caring as is can be. I try to evaluate an individual's need and create a care plan just for them. I can help with meal prep, meditation, doctors appointments,...
Nalini can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, home modification, live-in home care, dementia, respite care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Very hardworking. Always on task."
Jeremy K.
Danielle D.
Schenectady, NY
$23-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Very Flexible And Reliable Caretaker Available. Amazing References
3.8
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, Danielle here. I have lived in the capital district my entire life and love doing what I do.
I'm a very flexible, strong, compassionate, reliable and smart woman that truly enjoys most aspects of Home health care.
I offer years of knowledge relating to diabetes, ALS, Parkinson's, dementia, quads, ROM, diets, and so much...
Skills:
CNA
4.0
"Can provide medical needs to patient, personal care, household upkeep, whatever is needed for personalized attention for patient. "
Nancy T.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 18 plus years experience as a caregiver. While providing quality care in all settings. I have had the opportunity to assist in providing care to various populations: Alzheimer, Lewy Body Dementia, Parkinson Disease, disabilities that are classified under the OPWDD umbrella. Additionally, I have provided tracheotomy care...
Leslie can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, dementia, hospice services, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Leslie was amazing! She cared for my father for a week until he passed away and in that time she became family. He was very medically complex and she handled it all so well. She was so attentive to my father and always went above and beyond. She even came over on a...
Colleen K.
5.0
(2)
Bathroom needs, showering, dressing, daily activities cooking, feeding, multitask appointments, and run errands shopping, entertainment, like playing games, listening to music, reading, exercising, etc.
Nalini can also help with: Live-in home care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Nalini is an extraordinary caregiver. Very hard working and reliable, always on time and trust worthy. I felt very comfortable and safe when my elderly mom was under her care. Definitely recommend her service. "
Care member
Susan Y.
Schenectady, NY
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have 10 years of experience with Senior Care. I can help with Transportation Services and Errands/Shopping and bathing and meal preps and light housekeeping
Susan can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, live-in home care, dementia, personal care & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Sue was always there when I needed her. She took care of my father for the last six months of his life and I couldn’t have asked for a more caring and dependable person. "
Care member
5.0
(2)
CNA for 22 years. Experience in geriatrics, dementia care, long term care, physical rehabilitation, pediactric and adult ventilators and traumatic brain injury care. I have a Bachelors in Healthcare Management and also NYS Real Estate Sales person license. Currently, I work full time in providing private in home care for elders...
Shanaleha can also help with: Respite care, live-in home care, hospice services, personal care, dementia, visiting physician & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Shana is experienced, totally dependable, highly intelligent, has a charming personality, is stimulating company, has excellent judgment. We feel fortunate she was on my husband's care team for years, and now on mine as well."
Care member
Desiree K.
Schenectady, NY
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have been in nursing since 1994. Certified nursing assistant, Certified Home health aid, Certificate Patient care Technician. I'm PCA at St. Peter's hospital per-diem.. I love my job and enjoy helping people and taking care of them. 30 years of doing this and everyday I'm blessed to be here to provide service and needs to help...
Desiree can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, dementia, hospice services, companionship, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
CNA
5.0
"We hired Desiree in the summer of 2023 to care for our ailing parents. My sister & I live in a different state, and we knew our parents needed additional help if they wanted to stay in their home.
We initially hired Desiree for one day a week to assist them with...
Marcia N.
5.0
(3)
I've been in the nursing field for over 15 years . I love what I do . Helping others is my passion especially the elderly . I have experience with different diagnoses also dementia .
Jessica can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, personal care, companionship
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Jessica is compassionate and knowledgeable. She is patient and loving with those in her charge. Jessica is not only dependable, but often goes above and beyond in her position:
She is someone who can make appropriate decisions for those in her care without...
Jeanette M.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! :) I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately 4 years of experience caring for adults and elderly. I am a certified Patient Care Assistant and a Medical Assistant Student.
I worked with CDC for 3 years. I can help assist with daily activities, including bathing, grooming, dressing, and...
Arianna can also help with: Personal care, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, dementia, respite care & more
Skills:
CPR
I am a compassionate, reliable, and patient individual with a genuine passion for helping others. I have strong communication skills and a nurturing nature that allows me to build trusting relationships with those I care for. I am attentive to individual needs and detail-oriented in providing both emotional and physical support....
Briana can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, home modification, live-in home care, errands, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Well, I love working for the elderly because I help my family out, my friend's family, and other people. I really love to help people out because a lot of people can't do a lot of things and I am willing to take them out and do things that people that can't do on their own. I am willing to do what it takes to make them happy,...
Tiesha can also help with: Meal prep, errands, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
My name is Jessica I am 30 years old, and I have been a home health Aide since age 18. I have tons of great references and have worked with many families. I am very honest , punctual, and compassionate. I have always enjoyed caring for people. I'm looking for a part time job, as I do have a full time day job currently. I do not...
Jessica can also help with: Respite care, meal prep, light cleaning, personal care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Christina C.
Schenectady, NY
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Personal Care Aide Looking For Part Time/ Full Time Work
I worked as a cna /pca/hha. I enjoy working with the elderly and people with disabilities. I've done work with checking blood sugar given insulin and have done home dialysis. Check blood pressure administer medication. Provide help with ADL's
Christina can also help with: Personal care, dementia
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been working in health care now for over 25 years. Taking care of the elderly, people with disabilities, dementia and have worked at Ellis Hospital nursing facility for over 14 years. I have done home care as well. I enjoy caring and helping people that are in need of help. If you need something done I will go out of my...
Jennifer can also help with: Hospice services, errands, dementia, home modification, companionship, light cleaning & more
Dhanwantie M.
Schenectady, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am an experienced certified nursing assistant and home health aide with 23 years of experience in elder care. My expertise includes working with patients with Alzheimer's disease and I have worked in both nursing homes and private settings. I have my own transportation and can provide excellent references upon...
Dhanwantie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, home modification, live-in home care, errands, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
CNA
I am married have a child, 33 years old female, work with a doctor for 2 years as a doctor's assistant, I have a certificate in caregiver from Red Cross
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
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Recent home care reviews in Schenectady, NY
Takeylyn G.
5.0
Look no further! Takeylyn was a God send to our family. She was knowledgeable, dependable, caring and compassionate. She cared for my mom as if she was family. My mother trusted her completely and felt safe with her. Takeylyn was with us through it all, right to the end and we were blessed to have...
- Care member
Aida B.
5.0
Aida was an outstanding caregiver for my 98 yr old mother. She was attentive to her needs, respectful of my mother and her environment. She went to the hospital and stayed with her and communicated with me the entire time as I was unable to go because of advanced multiple sclerosis. Each day Aida...
- Care member
Joy N.
5.0
Joy is wonderful. She has been taking care of my grandmother for a while now. She is very sweet, she is super helpful and knowledgeable, and she is great at what she does. My grandmother loves her and I always feel good knowing she is being well taken of in Joy's care!
- Alison E.
Marilyn E.
5.0
Marilyn is very reliable and friendly she is a leader and we enjoyed her working with our family
- David W.
Nalini B.
5.0
Nalini is an extraordinary caregiver. She is extremely diligent and hardworking and take her job very seriously. She is always punctual, caring, kind, and gentle. We are happy with the way she treats our mother like family, with respect and humor. We were very happy to have her especially after my...
- Shabana K.
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FAQs for finding home care in Schenectady, NY
How much does private home care cost per hour near me in Schenectady, NY?
The average rate for hiring a home care provider in Schenectady, NY as of April, 2025 is $22.31 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 Schenectady, NY?
Care.com has 48 home care providers for seniors in Schenectady, 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 Schenectady, 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 Schenectady, NY?
The types of home health care services near you in Schenectady, 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 Schenectady, 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 Schenectady, NY?
If you need to hire senior home care near you in Schenectady, 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 Schenectady, NY?
When you’re hiring in home health care services near you in Schenectady, 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 Schenectady, NY home care listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Home Care in Schenectady, NY are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 54 reviews of the 60 listed home care.