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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
Jasmine A.
Schenectady, NY
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Errands/Shopping. assisting patients with daily living activities (bathing, dressing, eating), taking vital signs, monitoring patient condition, providing emotional support, maintaining patient hygiene, transferring patients, basic mobility assistance,...
Jasmine can also help with: Personal care, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
Susan Y.
Schenectady, NY
$25-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
I have previous experiences helping elderly people and dementia patients shower make meals light cleaning of the house and laundry and maybe grocery shopping
Susan can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, errands, live-in home care, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Meal Preparation. I enjoy spending time with the elderly and bringing joy to them, keeping them happy and comfortable in their own home. I currently assist a 91 yr. old and am looking to pick up more work.
Raylene can also help with: Personal care, companionship, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
Stephanie P.
Schenectady, NY
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced LPN Specializing In Senior Dementia Care Compassionate, Reliable Home Care Services
Hello! My name is Stephanie, and I am a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with over 11 years of experience specializing in senior care, particularly with individuals living with dementia. My journey in healthcare has been deeply rewarding, guiding me through various roles that have enriched my skills, compassion, and...
Stephanie can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, hospice services, live-in home care, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Licensed Nurse
Andreina M.
Schenectady, NY
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
"I Am The Mother Of 3 Boys Ages 16, 12 And 9. I Cared For My Own Grandmother For 4 Yrs.
I am a loving and caring person who has 15 years plus caring with seniors with dementia and Alzheimer's as well as other ailments of daily activities. I have a passion for what I do as it puts a smile on my face to know that my client is being taken care of in the proper way that they should be and at the end of the day they...
Andreina can also help with: Personal care, companionship, meal prep, errands, mobility assistance, dementia & more
I have 15 years of experience between being a home health aid/PCT and working at Ellis Hospital. I can help with care giving, companion, hospice care, and many other things that you may require.
Niomey can also help with: Personal care, companionship, light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
Briana O.
Schenectady, NY
$20-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
Available For Companionship, Housekeeping And Meal Prep-Full Time
I have worked at a local nursing home for a bit over a year now, specifically in the dementia unit, and to no surprise I have fallen in love with this career path. Through my experience at this nursing home I have learned that I am most comfortable and highly enjoy when I can give my undivided attention to one resident at a...
Briana can also help with: Dementia
I have over 15 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Bathing/Dressing, I am very experienced and have a passion with the work that I do.
Roseita can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, live-in home care, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi. My name is Kathleen E.
I have been caring for Seniors with Dementia for over 30 yrs., including my own Parents and my Maternal Grandmother. I started out as a CNA working in skilled nursing facilities, retirement communities and caring for Seniors in their own individual homes. After I got married, I took a break from my...
Kathleen can also help with: Mobility assistance, companionship, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Kathleen took care of my mother when we were in a pinch. My mother wasn't responding well to her medical treatments and I do not live near her so I was in a difficult situation. Kathleen did a wonderful job making her feel cared for and comfortable which was...
Cherisse D.
Joshua R.
Ballston Lake, NY
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
LPN Looking For Part-time Work. I'm Very Energetic, Positive, And Looking For Part-time Work.
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Josh. I've been in healthcare since I was 18yrs old! I currently work in a long-term care facility called the Eddy Village Green, full time, 12hr shifts! I'm looking for whatever really! I'm very skilled as a nurse, and I'm not afraid to get my hands dirty!!! I'm a bright, fun-spirited person with an awesome...
Joshua can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, hospice services, errands, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
Licensed Nurse
5.0
"Joshua is a caring compassionate man who you don't need to worry about stealing your stuff. Joshua has such a positive and upbeat personality. He always makes things fun. He's a rare gem whose meant to work I. This field, he was born for it. Having Joshua as a care...
Kristin C.
Lee B.
Ballston Lake, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
No Heavy Lifting, Light Housekeeping, I Can Do Wheelchair , Hoyer Lifts, Meal Preps, Pet Walking ,
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
bathing , cooking and cleaning shopping , Care for pets minor home keep , dusting , laundry, worked in healthcare 25 active years, for seniors and disabled. I have done many healthcare care situations , long with using hoyer lifts electric and manual, I have driven special vans for quadriplegics, I also have helped my clients...
Lee can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, home modification, errands, light cleaning, dementia & more
5.0
"Very well qualified, flexible and energetic caregiver. Excellent interpersonal qualities, a pleasure to have on my care team."
Kenneth K.
Tara S.
Albany, NY
$24-27/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Licenced Practical Nurse- I have experience helping with seniors which includes Bathing/Dressing, helping with medication, wound care and meal preparations. Light housekeeping and errands.
Tara can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, hospice services, errands, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Tara is amazing. She's attentive and caring. She showed up when we needed her for an urgent situation and stayed with mom, when we couldn't get there. Most importantly, mom loves her! "
Julia T.
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: Meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, errands, live-in home care, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Very reliable, caring and professional. Highly recommend."
Gennaro S.
5.0
(2)
Hello my name is Rosina, I've been in the healthcare field for 24 years and find my job very rewarding. I'm Caring compassionate & very reliable. I Have experience with Alzheimer's and dementia. I've worked with the elderly in assisted living and nursing facilities & also there homes. I've also worked with individuals with...
Rosina can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, hospice services, errands, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Rosina is compassionate and skilled in the care of patients with advanced illness and disability. More than that she treats those she cares for as she would her own family. She is someone you can fully trust with your loved one which is, along with her innate...
Care member
Kelly C.
Ballston Lake, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Companionship, Housekeeping, Activities, Meal Prep, Part-time Evenings And Weekends.
4.6
(9)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Currently retired after 35 years at a Nursing home , worked as a certified nursing assistant and most currently employed as an Activity Leader. I love working with the elderly and helping people whether it's personal care or just companionship. Reliable, honest and trustworthy. I love my job and love making others happy....
Kelly can also help with: Dementia, personal care, live-in home care, respite care, hospice services
5.0
"Kelly is one of our 96 year old mother's care givers. Her real love and concern for our mother has made her a part of our care family. Her gentleness and humor make her visits much anticipated by mom. Mom has meals prepared, baths, medication monitoring, comfort...
JoAnn F.
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have worked in a nursing home setting, group home setting and hospital setting. I have worked overnights for 18 years currently. I have done medications, showers, transportation to and from medical appointments and assisting with all levels of ADL's. I truly enjoy helping others get the most out of life!
Melissa can also help with: Dementia, respite care, personal care, transportation, errands
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Jessica G.
Ballston Lake, NY
$28/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello. I'm a mother of 3, wife, nursing student and I currently work per-diem in patient care at a local hospital. I come from a family of caregivers that all have over 10 years of experience in senior care and have great references. If I can't help, one of them will be more than willingly. We have experience in all aspects of...
Jessica can also help with: Mobility assistance, companionship, home modification, errands, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
Faith T.
Clifton Park, NY
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Faith. I have been in the healthcare field for 20 years. I have a tremendous amount of experience in a variety of specialties: Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, Lewy body, Stroke, Handicapped, Hospice, Companionship, etc. I will treat your loved one with love and compassion as they were my own family member. I am First...
Faith can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, hospice services, errands, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
I have 5 years of experience working as a Patient Care Associate with Albany Medical Center. I can help with Home Care and Bathing/Dressing, I take pride in the wellbeing of my patients, am reliable, caring and punctual.
Ajirioghene can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
Matthew M.
Latham, NY
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have been in healthcare since 2005, I was a CNA, a home health aid, and now I am a Direct Support Aid working in a group home for the state. I have a wide range of work experience with working with the elderly. I enjoy helping people, I got into healthcare when my dad had a stroke.
Matthew can also help with: Mobility assistance, errands, live-in home care, light cleaning, meal prep, home modification & more
Skills:
CPR
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Recent home care reviews in Schenectady, NY
Kathleen E.
5.0
When my mother was living on her own at Coburg Village I hired Kat to come in a few days a week to make her breakfast and ensure that she took her medication. Kat is compassionate by nature and always positive about things. Caring for the elderly is obviously her personal calling. It was great for...
- Hilary B.
Joshua R.
5.0
Joshua is a caring compassionate man who you don't need to worry about stealing your stuff. Joshua has such a positive and upbeat personality. He always makes things fun. He's a rare gem whose meant to work I. This field, he was born for it. Having Joshua as a care giving is such a blessing.
- Kristin C.
Lee B.
5.0
Lee was hired by my parents for short term care (about 2 weeks). From the beginning of the care until her last day she was more than helpful in caring for my mother with dementia and for my father recovering from surgery. She had great energy to give attention to everything she did. She was easy to...
- Dale K.
Tara S.
5.0
My 81 year old Uncle is very happy with Tara's care of him, she is dependable, and goes above and beyond to meet his needs and to help with household chores. She is super nice and efficient. Our family is very happy to have her.
- Karen T.
Luzette P.
5.0
Very reliable, caring and professional. Highly recommend.
- Gennaro S.
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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.