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25 home health aides are listed in Amherst, MA
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby home health aides is 5 years
Home health aides in Amherst, MA
I'd describe my personality as caring, thoughtful, understanding
I like caring for seniors because I have deep concern for the welfare of our senior population. I'm just cared for my mom for two years and constantly thought about so many seniors out there who are lonely and need advocacy. I'm especially passionate about the...
Kenneth can also help with: Errands, respite care, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, home modification & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Nicole I'm from West Brookfield Ma. I have been working with the elderly and disabled population for over 20 years. I have my CNA License , First Aid, CPR, Medication Administration, Behavioral certification. Experience with G tube , colostomy, alzheimers disease, Parkinson, blindness, autism, mental health etc
Nicole can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, respite care, personal care, live-in home care
Skills:
CNA
Zoe T.
South Hadley, MA
$15-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Zoe and I am an upbeat and friendly care companion.
I briefly worked as a home health aid before I graduated college in 2022. I then worked in healthcare, providing care ranging from infants to elderly.
Caring for people has always been my passion, not a job. I create personal relationships with those I...
Zoe can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, transportation, meal prep
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love my work . I have been working in private homes for 8 years. I'm a "seasoned " home health aide with lots of experience and great references. Thanks for your consideration. Patti
Patricia can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Patti worked with my parents for over 6 months. My mother has Alzheimer's and can be difficult at times. Patti was sensitive, respectful and caring. She worked to keep my parents engaged and as active as possible and was always willing to help with anything...
Anne P.
I am a certified nurse assistant/ home health aide for over 12 years. I have experienced working in various nursing homes, assistant living, hospice care and in private homes. It's a pleasure for me to work with the elderly to assist and to be a companion to them.
I assisted with ADL, giving showers, bath, skin, hair, mouth,...
Faye can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
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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 April, 2025 is $22.67 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.