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Sherrill H.

A True Professional Easy Going Person.

Massapequa, NY

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hospice services
companionship
dementia
light cleaning
live-in home care
+ 1 more
I have over 20 years of institutional and home care experience. I truly enjoy my job. It gives me a sense of satisfaction to know I help to make someone's day brighter. I am very dedicated and a true professional. I have a very flexible Schedule. I would be a good addition to any team, I am a true team player. The duties I...

Care Member says "I have hired Sheryl twice to take care of my wife on Christmas day. My wife has Alzheimer’s, and Sheryl spent the day attempting to engage my wife and...

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Marshalee M.

Full-Time Care Giver Available

Uniondale, NY

4.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Live-in home care
dementia
home modification
personal care
respite care
+ 1 more
I am honest, very compassionate and a caring, kindhearted certified home health aide and CPR first aide trained with 8 years experience working in the home of clients doing laundry, with personal hygiene: bathing, groomed and changed their disposable underwear, meal preparation according to different diet plans, giving...

Cassandra P. says "Marsha interviewed with me this evening and she was AMAZING with amazing references."

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Nancy L.

Part Time Caregiver Available With Car

Seaford, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Dementia
hospice services
personal care
I come highly recommended. I am a certified in medical field for over 10 years, also and certified CPR. I have my certificate for physical therapy I a caring dependable female. if you need I have a back round check I have one thru Winthrop. I am experience with Alzheimer and dementia patients. male or female. I can clean , cook....

Robert G. says "Nancy is very caring, and treats my mother like her own. She makes my Mother's Day! Anyone that needs help with their loved one should definitely hire...

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Donna D.

Nanny

Copiague, NY

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
5 years experience
Hospice services
I have cared for the older people since 1985 then stopped and worked on the Financial Firms. No I went back to school to be a CNA and a HHA I have certificates updated is the PCa and HHA. I have been a Nanny for 2 years now. Excellent references.

Carol L. says "Donna is very dependable and most caring, honest, trustworthy person and hard working she goes above and beyond "

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Marshallee H.

Amityville, NY

5.0(1)
from
$36/hr
10 years experience
Hospice services
companionship
dementia
light cleaning
live-in home care
+ 1 more
My name is Marshallee I have over 10 years of experience. I can help with Home Care and Meal Preparation. I'm a certified medtech, HHA and CNA. I have experienced working in a private home, Facilities ( both dependent & independent) I am also a Psychiatric Aide and has done hospice Care.

Care Member says "Marshalee worked with my Dad. She was an excellent care taker, responsible , caring and communicative.During his last few months of life, knew how to...

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Rebecca J.

Super Patien , Understanding,always Willing To Do Everything To Make Life Fun

Bellmore, NY

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
personal care
Hi my name is Rebecca and I'm a very honest , dependable person, I have taken care of my god father who suffered with onset of Alzheimer's and colon cancer I took care of him 24/7 , this experience for me was heart breaking and taught me valuable lessons in how to take care of our elderly, I am very patient and reliable and a...

Carla H. says "Rebecca is one of the most caring, professional individuals around. Don't hesitate and hire her immediately."

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Tina F.

Babylon, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Meal prep
dementia
errands
light cleaning
When I was 17, my grandfather came to live with us. He no longer could care for himself or be alone. My mother and I took care of him for nine years. His mental health and physical capabilities deteriorated more over those years. His room was alongside of mine, at night he would yell out for help with everything. People with...

Amy S. says "Tina is an AMAZING person! She is compassionate, patient, kind and nurturing. On top of being reliable and flexible. Being a care taker is not an easy...

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Melinda F.

Hicksville, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Personal care
dementia
home modification
respite care
visiting nurse
+ 1 more
I have over 20 years of senior care in my background.. I have cared for many local families with outstanding references available.. I am Irish/Italian I can care for your family and give you piece of mind I do all personal care as well as errands shopping housekeeping medication laundry companionship and cooking . I have a new...

Yael R. says "Melinda is very caring and knowledgeable about seniors with dementia. "

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Tracy M.

Long Beach, NY

4.7(1)
from
$25/hr
25 years experience
Dementia
personal care
Ive been taking care of people from infants until 94/95yrs old. I am a Certified Nursing Assistant. I have 25 years experience. I do it all, bathing, dressing, toileting, adult diapers, oral care, manicures, pedicures when we meet and talk we can discuss with more detail. I am very personable with a sense of humor, I enjoy...

Patti D. says "I am a 44 year-old woman with multiple sclerosis. I was struggling this summer and a friend suggested a person she knew Tracy. I was so glad. She was very...

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Dorothy M.

Experienced Caregiver 15+ Years

Island Park, NY

4.9(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Respite care
dementia
hospice services
personal care
My name is Dorothy and I am a highly capable and professional Caregiver with 15 years experience. My role is to enrich the quality of their lives through expert care, humor and compassion. I believe in a comprehensive plan of care that will encompass the physical, psychological and mental health of my seniors. Past experience...

Paula D. says "Dorothy is a wonderful person and companion to my 93 year old mother who has slight dementia. The days are not always easy but Dorothy is patient,...

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Nicole D.

Caregiver

Franklin Square, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
companionship
dementia
meal prep
mobility assistance
+ 1 more
Hi, I have experience in this field I been a caregiver my whole life with a sister who is physically disabled and mentally and I also took care of my farther who had lung cancer and lost his fight 3 yrs ago and after losing my dad I moved my family to Florida and went to a online program and I worked at a assistant living homes...

Lois S. says "Nicole is a very hard working, honest, caring and helpful person. She did her tasks without complaint, and took good care of the patient while bringing...

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Rosaria C.

Oceanside, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
companionship
dementia
meal prep
mobility assistance
+ 1 more
I am a fun loving caring woman who truly understands how compassion and love are essential key points in a life of a person with a disability or dementia. My personal experience as a mom of a child with a disability and a recreational assistant in a nursing home has allowed me to connect with the people I work with in a very...

Karen K. says "Rosaria was AMAZING with my autistic child. She has so much patience and extremely reliable She was a lifesaver for us! She is a truly genuinely...

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Kimberley B.

Uniondale, NY

5.0(0)
from
$35/hr
21 years experience
Dementia
personal care
With over two decades of experience as a caregiver, I bring expertise and a heartfelt passion for supporting the well-being, comfort, and independence of those in my care. Caring for others is my true calling. I provide client-centered care, including creating personalized care plans, home health, personal care, dementia...
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Azela J.

Reliable Personal Care Attendant Looking For Part-Time Work

Bethpage, NY

5.0(1)
from
$46/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Personal care
dementia
hospice services
live-in home care
My sheer interest in caring for seniors is simply my passion to help people. I have gained deeper understanding caring seniors in a manner that every one needs is different. But they all need someone to lend a helping hand. I've been a health care assistant for 9 years, got my Certified Nursing Assistant License in 2012....

Jenny T. says "Sweet, caring, and reliable, has been helpful with dad's recovery, so glad we found Azela on this site! "

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Erline D.

Hewlett, NY

4.9(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
companionship
errands
live-in home care
meal prep
+ 1 more
- I'm a patient's care Technician with a certification in dialysis,. - I also work as a Direct care counselor technician. I am experienced in working with children with special needs. - Presently, I worked and cared for children diagnosed with cerebral palsy for 18 years. - I also care for psych patients, and I have a B L S and...

Care Member says "Erline is superb, since I had to work she was my eyes and ears for my Mom who had dementia, she’s really patient."

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Maria R.

Available For Companionship,housekeeping,drive To And From Appointments,meal Preparation Etc.

New Hyde Park, NY

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Home modification
companionship
dementia
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am a 51-year-old woman, I am mature, compassionate, and very responsible. I have over eight years of experience in caring for the elderly, Some of the daily tasks I have executed have been preparation of medications, preparing meals, managing appointments, paying bills, driving to and from appointments. Assisting in daily...

Stephen M. says "Maria was conscientious and considerate as she worked to assist my mom with daily tasks. She was attentive and communicated clearly, especially when...

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Sal Luis S.

Reliability/Knowledge Is Key

Massapequa, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
dementia
errands
live-in home care
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Sal. I'm Nurse Aide certified with 15+ years experience. I can help with personal care, wound care, hospice care etc. I have experience with all types of conditions with the disabled and elderly population. Especially dementia/Alzheimer's, MS, and Parkinson's. I believe reliability and knowledge is very...

Care Member says "Sal was a seasoned care giver that showed a genuine concern for my special needs brother. He offered professional advice and had good insight. He is...

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Melissa C.

Home Health Aide And Medical Assistant

Hicksville, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Home modification
companionship
dementia
hospice services
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am Mature friendly and compassionate. I live in Hicksville and available to care for your loved one. I truly enjoy caring for people. I am an experienced Medical Assistant and Home Health Aide. I provide caring and dedicated attention to the people I care for. Encourage physical activity and social interaction. I am always...

Jeff Z. says "Melissa took care of my father for the past 18 months. Quite simply - she's the best of the best! We had a series of other caregivers prior - and Melissa...

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Coleen M.

Lynbrook, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Dementia
personal care
respite care
Hospital-Trained Caregiver | 10+ Years of Professional Elder Care Experience Hi, I am a certified Patient Care Technician (PCT) with over 10 years of hands-on experience supporting seniors and individuals in need of daily care. My background includes professional training and work at NYU Langone Hospital, where I developed...

Danielle L. says "Coleen is an experienced, thoughtful caregiver. She helped my elderly mother while recovering from multiple cancer surgeries. She was kind, organized,...

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Laura G.

Senior Care Specialist

Massapequa, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Personal care
dementia
hospice services
specialized care
mobility assistance
Hi my name is Laura. I am a nationally certified medical assistant and phlebotomist with vast experience working with the senior care population. I have worked in different phases of the medical field for the last 15 years. I specifically worked in Hematology/Oncology for last 6 years, and just moved back to New York area...

Nicole L. says "I have known Laura for 40 years. She is an extremely caring, competent & hardworking individual. She has a vast background in multiple areas of the...

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  • 60 home care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $22.88/hr as of January 2026

  • The average star rating for rated home care is 4.3

Recent home care reviews from local parents in Wantagh, NY

Home Care in Wantagh, NY are rated 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 15 reviews of the 60 listed home care

Sherrill H.

I have hired Sheryl twice to take care of my wife on Christmas day. My wife has Alzheimer’s, and Sheryl spent the day attempting to engage...

- Care member

Marshalee M.

Marsha interviewed with me this evening and she was AMAZING with amazing references.

- Cassandra P.

Nancy L.

Nancy is very caring, and treats my mother like her own. She makes my Mother's Day! Anyone that needs help with their loved one should...

- Robert G.

FAQs for finding home care in Wantagh, NY

The average rate for hiring a home care provider in Wantagh, NY as of January, 2026 is $22.88 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.

Care.com has 8 home care providers for seniors in Wantagh, 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 Wantagh, 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.

The types of home health care services near you in Wantagh, 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 Wantagh, NY that can assist with daily activities, such as cooking, medication prompting, dressing, bathing and transporting the senior patient to and from appointments.

If you need to hire senior home care near you in Wantagh, 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.

When you’re hiring in home health care services near you in Wantagh, 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.

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