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I am a Licensed Nurse's Aide and Licensed Home Health Aide looking to help care for you or your loved one in the familiar comfort of home. I have worked as a special needs care provider for over 12 years and recently became licensed as a Nurse Assistant and Home Health Aid in both Massachusetts and Vermont. I have worked with...
Sabrina can also help with: Dementia, companionship, meal prep, personal care, respite care, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
5.0
"Sabrina is an extraordinarily capable and compassionate caregiver who provided service to my wife, diagnosed with Alzheimer's Disease, for approximately 40 hours per week and over the course of almost two years. Sabrina's care for my wife ended when my wife...
Care member
I have 10 + years experience worked with residents with developmental & intellectual disabilities. Home Health Aide/ Certified Nurse Aide.
Hector can also help with: Errands, companionship, personal care, dementia, specialized care, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Danielle I live locally and have been a PCA for several years. I have done all aspects of PCA care. I am a certified home health aide. I have exceptional references, I am a hard-working personal care assistant with a great personality. I'm accommodating, understanding, respectful, reliable , dependable, efficient and...
Danielle can also help with: Companionship, errands, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
Sunshine S.
Belchertown, MA
$15-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
My name is Sunshine, I live in Ware. I have been a nanny off and on for many years and have also worked as home health aide, one family I was with for several years and took care of their elderly parents. They became like my second grandparents. I am a non-smoker, non drinker. I have my own vehicle, references and will submit to...
Sunshine can also help with: Personal care, companionship, mobility assistance
5.0
"Hi there, Sunshine took care of my parents during their final years of life. My husband and I did not live local. She was basically like a daughter to them. She did basically any care needed for them. Everyday needs for 2 sick elderly. We have stayed in touch ever...
Pam A.
I have worked with seniors for many years in different capacities. Started out as a nursing assistant many years ago before working as a home health aide for 8 yrs. I currently am an LPN and have worked with a varied settings, with my last position as a staff nurse at the Lathrop Home in Northampton, Ma. Responsible for the care...
Arlene can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, visiting nurse, personal care
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
Kathleen S.
Springfield, MA
$20-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
Home Health Aide / Personal Care Attendant / Companion
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have always had a passion for working with the elderly. I became a Certified Personal Care Attendant in 2011 and have been working with seniors in their homes ever since. I can provide assistance with all ADLs including; bathing, dressing, cleaning, meal prep, medication management, feeding tubes, housekeeping and more. I have...
Kathleen can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, dementia, respite care, live-in home care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"It takes a special person to take gentle care of someone diagnosed with Dementia/Alzheimer's & we found that person in Kathy. Kathy can be quiet in her ways-which was welcomed as my aunt progressed & craved a calmer environment. She does her work with compassion &...
Chrissy B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a Certified Clinical Medical Assistant. CPR and First Aid trained. I have 8 years experience as being a home health aide. I am passionate about daily living support for people of all ages.
Kayleigh can also help with: Companionship, personal care, respite care, errands, mobility assistance, dementia & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
CPR
5.0
"I hired Kayleigh in early June 2021 to make 2-3 dinners per week for my elderly parents and to get my mom ready for bed. My mom had a severe stroke about 8 years ago and requires help in all areas.
Kayleigh is a fantastic cook! Good food is very important to my...
June E.
5.0
(1)
Hi there! My name is Lisa. Thank you for clicking on me!
I am a very motivated and energetic worker who is looking for housekeeping and or senior care work. I am caring for a few families right now but have open days during the week I'm looking to fill. I love cleaning, and really love helping my families. I also have been...
5.0
"I am so impressed with Lisa's compassion and dedication to her clients. Unfortunately the opportunity I have for her is just too far away from her area . She was recommended by a friend who raved about her. She's smart, articulate, and very caring what more could...
Theresa L.
I enjoy crafting and old movies. I have 15 years of Personal Care Assistance. Working with agencies and families. I strive to care for my clients like they are family. My availability is flexible, would prefer atleast 3 days a week.
Robin can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, errands
Skills:
Home Health Aide
I have been working
With the elderly for over 12 years. I have experience with mentally ill clients, clients with dementia, independent clients and clients who are fully bed bound and or disabled. I'm
CPR/first aide certified and I'm a CNA.
Skills:
CNA
Kayla L.
Chicopee, MA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello! I have experience in the health care field for 10 years. I've worked in both facilities and personal homes. I have experience with bathing, meal prep, hoyer lifts and gait belts. I'm also first aid CPR certified. I'm fully vaccinated against Covid 19.
Kayla can also help with: Hospice services, home modification, companionship, light cleaning, errands, dementia & more
Julia A.
Holyoke, MA
$43/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have a experience as a medical assistant also
As a home health aide and pca
And I love to work with seniors patients because I like to help other
Julia can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, dementia, personal care, mobility assistance, transportation & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Honest, Dependable, Healthy Work Ethics, Happy, Can provide References, Worked as a private duty aid, to Nursing Home environment. As well as home care to Rehab units to long term, to Dementia care, to Companionship assistance.
Debra can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, mobility assistance, dementia, errands, companionship & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
CNA
Hello! My name is Solveig and I'm from Easthampton MA and I'm currently a student. I'm going to school to be a medical assistant. I have first aid and CPR training that is up to date. I attended a trade school for health assisting and we visited nursing homes weekly. I assisted in patient care for elder. I have a safe and...
Solveig can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, mobility assistance, errands, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked with patients with muscular dystrophy, dementia, COPD, and various other conditions just to name a few. I am a great companion for the elderly. I am a hard worker, accountable, dependable, reliable, and always strive to make a difference to deliver the best care I can provide. Everyone tells me I am great with the...
Alysse can also help with: Home modification, personal care, hospice services, respite care, dementia, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Melanie R.
Holyoke, MA
$25/hr • 8 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as personable, dependable and hard working.
I like caring for seniors because the love and gratitude I get for my clients is priceless. I love making a difference in someone's daily life.
I'm looking for a job that is flexible with my availability.
I started caring for seniors in 2016. After...
Melanie can also help with: Light cleaning, home modification, meal prep, errands
Melissa B.
Easthampton, MA
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have provided senior care for people off and on my whole life. I am also an EMT so that is handy for medication management and overall care. I am certified for respite in Massachusetts and am working on the Home Health Aide certification.
Melissa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, respite care, errands
I've been working in the home health aid practice for 20 years. I worked for so many companies. I have the passion of working with lovely, elderly people and young adults. I have worked with autism and special-needs young adults and older Adults . I have experience, in Hoyer lift lifting , etc. I worked with dementia, young and...
Christina can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, transportation, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Charity W.
Easthampton, MA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Comfort At Home, Health Care, Companionship, Housekeeping.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a Certified Nursing Assistant in the state of Massachusetts with 5 years experience. I have lived-in 4. 5yrs with an Alzheimer patient, who needed care in the comfort of her home prior to this in the capacity of a HHA. I have in the recent years acquire certification in the field of Dementia in the scope of increasing my...
Charity can also help with: Personal care, dementia, live-in home care, companionship
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Emily-ross M.
Ludlow, MA
$23-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm A Certified Nursing Assistant And I'm Certified Home Health Aide.
I'd describe my personality as straightforward, positive and cheerful and lastly outgoing
I like caring for seniors because it makes me happy knowing they're happy and well cared for because knowing that they struggle to do daily living things. I want to be the person to be there for them and make a difference
I'm looking...
Emily-ross can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, meal prep, light cleaning
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Recent home health aide reviews in Amherst, MA
Sabrina D.
5.0
Sabrina is an extraordinarily capable and compassionate caregiver who provided service to my wife, diagnosed with Alzheimer's Disease, for approximately 40 hours per week and over the course of almost two years. Sabrina's care for my wife ended when my wife recently died. Sabrina is highly skilled...
- Care member
Sunshine S.
5.0
Hi there, Sunshine took care of my parents during their final years of life. My husband and I did not live local. She was basically like a daughter to them. She did basically any care needed for them. Everyday needs for 2 sick elderly. We have stayed in touch ever since and are always happy to...
- Pam A.
Kathleen S.
5.0
It takes a special person to take gentle care of someone diagnosed with Dementia/Alzheimer's & we found that person in Kathy. Kathy can be quiet in her ways-which was welcomed as my aunt progressed & craved a calmer environment. She does her work with compassion & responsibility & my aunt responded...
- Chrissy B.
Kayleigh C.
5.0
I hired Kayleigh in early June 2021 to make 2-3 dinners per week for my elderly parents and to get my mom ready for bed. My mom had a severe stroke about 8 years ago and requires help in all areas.
Kayleigh is a fantastic cook! Good food is very important to my father and he loved her cooking....
- June E.
Lisa W.
5.0
I am so impressed with Lisa's compassion and dedication to her clients. Unfortunately the opportunity I have for her is just too far away from her area . She was recommended by a friend who raved about her. She's smart, articulate, and very caring what more could you ask for.
- Theresa L.
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FAQs for finding home health aides near you in Amherst, MA
What does a home health aide do near me in Amherst, MA?
If you’re planning to hire a home health aide near you in Amherst, MA, it’s important to understand that there is no one standard role that a home health aide takes on. A home health aide isn’t a nurse, but can help with health related tasks like ensuring their clients take their medicine on time, transporting them to doctors appointments, picking up prescriptions, and making sure they are well fed and bathed.
What home health aide duties do providers take on near me in Amherst, MA?
When it’s time to hire a home health aide near you in Amherst, MA, it’s a good idea to create a list of duties your family members need help with. You can review different profiles on Care.com to learn more about common health aide duties such as bathing, feeding, and cleaning up after their clients.
How can I find a home health aide near me in Amherst, MA?
To find home health aides near you in Amherst, MA, you can create an account with Care.com and then you can filter and sort local home health aides by distance from Amherst, MA. Then you can review your options for home health aides by reading about their experience and the home health aide duties they will take on.
How much does it cost to hire a home health aide near me in Amherst, MA?
The average rate for hiring home health aides near you in Amherst, MA on Care.com as of November, 2024 is $28.00 per hour. It’s worth noting that the rate each individual home health aide charges depends on the level of care required, the provider's certifications, and their years of experience.
How can I safely hire a home health aide near me in Amherst, MA?
To help you start your research, all home health aides on Care.com are asked to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck (the providers who complete this background check have a badge on their profile displaying the date it was run). However, this is just a jumping off point. We strongly recommend that you take additional steps for hiring a home health aid safely, which include interviewing candidates, calling their professional references, and running your own background check.