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Home health aides in Ayer, MA
Shakirah M.
Ayer, MA
$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there , my names are Shakirah, Experienced with interacting with elderly and helping them become more independent and comfortable depending on their needs. I help with activities of daily living, doctors visits, grocery shopping, companionships, cooking, light house keeping, medication reminders, entertainment and records...
Shakirah can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, dementia, light cleaning, live-in home care, errands & more
Britney J.
Ayer, MA
$25-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
Greetings! My name is Britney and I am dedicated to providing compassionate and attentive care to seniors. With a background in caregiving, healthcare, and senior services as a Home Health Aid I possess a deep understanding of the needs and challenges faced by elderly individuals.
I approach my role with empathy, patience, and...
Britney can also help with: Live-in home care, transportation, errands, hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
(1)
I would describe myself as a respectful, observant, reliable and patient person who provides first class care. Over the years , I have worked in various roles where the need to work closely with other people , follow strict rules and procedures and demonstrate understanding and empathy have been required.
Mariam can also help with: Errands, hospice services, dementia, meal prep, live-in home care, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Mariam takes pride in her work. She wants to please the elders she works for and their families. She will take care of any special need the elder has and wants to learn how to do things the best way. She is empathetic and patient with difficult clients because she...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a pleasant, compassionate and loving lady with HHA 10+ years experience providing in-home patient care.
Have consistently maintained positive client reviews of excellence with a clean driving record. Receiving regular commendations for efficiency and for cooking delicious nutritious meals.
Client transportation to doctors...
Peninnah can also help with: Live-in home care, home modification, visiting physician, personal care, dementia
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Extremely experienced, knowledgeable, caring, and talented at every phase of long-term care, to end up life. The family is extremely grateful to have found her to care for our family members, and she is highly recommended for anyone looking for a great caregiver."
Robert D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm living in Acton. I do have a lots of experience working with elderly people. I know we have to be very slow sometimes and very understanding because they do need time for everything. Sometimes the smallest actions that might not mean a lot to us mean a lot to them, such as going to the bathroom, going up a couple of steps...
Jackie can also help with: Personal care, live-in home care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Jackie is exceptional. She cared for my mother with Alzheimer's with such tender, thorough care. She is experienced, calm and loving."
Sarah S.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have worked in elder care for most of my adult life as a Home Health Aid and Program Director. These roles provide me with many skills, both in caring for people physically but also cognitively. I can keep your loved one engaged, stimulated and interested in things around them. I am highly qualified and skilled in helping...
Lisa can also help with: Respite care, personal care, home modification, visiting nurse, dementia
5.0
"Lisa is great with seniors, and everyone. She has a wonderful sense of humor and yet is very respectful of seniors. She is honest and works hard at making people happy. She would be a great care giver/companion to a senior in need, as she would always keep them...
Albert M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I graduated nursing school in 1998 and have always worked in home care even prior to graduation as a home health aide. When I became a registered nurse I worked on a medical surgical unit for 3 years. After being understaffed, I knew I needed a change and turned to what I loved, assisting individuals in their home. I worked as a...
Kelley can also help with: Hospice services, visiting nurse, personal care, dementia, respite care
5.0
"Kelley took care of my brother who has Muscular Dystrophy. He needed care on all levels from showering, shaving to g-tube, ventilator and stoma care. Kelley did all of this and still had time to neaten up the house. Though Kelley and my brother are from completely...
Evan W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a grandmother of three grandchildren. I am fortunate to see them very often. My daughter and I have a farm. We raise sheep and goats. It is a very rewarding job. My hobbies are weaving, knitting, spinning and baking.
I started out as a home health aide many years ago. Wanting a change I became a nanny taking care of...
Cynthia can also help with: Dementia, errands, respite care, light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"If you are looking for senior care or a nanny, look no further. Hire Cindy IMMEDIATELY before someone else does. She is AMAZING!! She cared for my parents the past few years until they recently passed away. She is the most incredibly kind, gentle, respectful,...
Debbie C.
I'd describe my personality as loving, compassionate and outgoing
I like caring for seniors because I feel for them and I can deliver the care efficiently
I'm looking for a job that's client safety, well managed care
I started caring for seniors for over 20years
In my spare time, I like to read books
One thing you should...
Agnes can also help with: Home modification, dementia, live-in home care, light cleaning, errands, meal prep & more
Hi! I'm a 44-year-old mom, living in Pepperell MA, with my 2 kids and husband. I'm originally from South Africa but has been living in the States from 2006. My hobbies include Crossfit, swimming and the outdoors. . I am a caregiver at heart and absolutely love spending time with senior folk. Helping someone else and making their...
Tracey can also help with: Dementia, errands, personal care, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship & more
Am Farouk, have been in this field for the last 9 year, I have attained good working relations with my clients, treat them very well, and I have the positive way of handling the client.
Farouk can also help with: Personal care, companionship, mobility assistance, light cleaning, dementia
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hullo
My name is Sylvia am 35 years, am a mother of three beautiful children I leave in Waltham. Am a certified home health aide with an experience of 6years I love working with seniors. Having brought up by my grandmother mother for the rest of my life I got too much experience and love for the seniors. Having worked with them...
Sylvia can also help with: Light cleaning, live-in home care, meal prep, errands, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Sylvia did a wonderful job taking care of a senior with advanced dementia - she was friendly, respectful, conversed gently, and very thoughtfully took care of her toileting, showering, dressing, feeding and transfers. Thank you, Sylvia!"
Rima P.
Lili A.
Burlington, MA
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Home Health Aide Full Time Can Also Do Companionship, light House Keeping & Meal Preparation
4.8
(4)
I am a kind and compassionate woman, I love cooking health food & I am HHA certified, I am an esthetician and I am already a Health coach. I love working with & helping seniors enjoy their golden years. I have worked with seniors for the last 12 years. I mention 10 years here because that's the limit they give us on the number...
Lili can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, errands, dementia, companionship, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Lilian is a very caring, patient, competent and trustworthy professional care giver. I cannot recommend her highly enough. She is the best."
Sandra K.
Mary M.
Burlington, MA
$21-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.8
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My names are Mary. lam a certified Home Health care giver trained by Ref Cross . I have experience of more than 10 years as a home health aide working mostly with the elderly in their homes and in facilities sometimes. Most of the clients I've worked with are dementia / Alzheimer's patients and many other.
I am dependable, very...
Mary can also help with: Errands, companionship, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Mary is one of the best individuals my family and I has ever encountered. She came into my life when my father was struggling with dementia. She catered to his every need, and made us feel like we didn't have to worry about my dad when we were not with him. Mary...
Francis S.
5.0
(1)
I have been doing private childcare/Nanny jobs for the past four years, for many years before that I worked with the elderly, and the disabled. I have an emergency medical background and am excellent at all aspects of home care, I currently have no certifications, but in the past I have been trained and held certification in the...
Elizabeth can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, mobility assistance & more
5.0
"She was my PCA 4 years. My actual first one and I miss her terrible. She was great in every way!"
Paul P.
Colleen B.
Fitchburg, MA
$28/hr • 9 yrs exp
4.7
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I was an EMT for many years and was certified in CPR/aed first aid etc. I have worked all different hours even overnights with my clients! I love to help out elderly and treat them the way I hope someone will do with me! I am a 57 yr old widow with a furbaby and two adult boys and I love what I do and I tend to fall for my...
Colleen can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, live-in home care, dementia, errands, hospice services & more
5.0
"She is faultlessly attentive to this patient's needs and diligent in their fulfillment. I have found that she is always in a positive frame of mind and quite eager - and proactive - in all matters relevant to his health and comfort. To me, she is a blessing!"
Care member
Sarah N.
Dracut, MA
$40/hr • 7 yrs exp
4.9
(13)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
I have been a certified home health aide and experienced Certified nursing assistant for 12years working with the seniors, I am very reliable, dependable , professional and compassionate. I have worked with people with Alzheimer, recovering from stroke, Parkinson, dementia and several other cases.
Sarah can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, errands, companionship, live-in home care, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Sarah has been taking care of my parents for 9 months and she has been fantastic. She works 4 days a week, 12 hour shifts. She is attentive, professional, responsible, punctual and a superb caregiver. My father has dementia and she is very good with him and very...
Jennifer P.
Hajara N.
Billerica, MA
$27/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Compassionate and dedicated Home Health Aide with over 6 years of experience in providing personalized care to individuals in their homes. Skilled in assisting with daily living activities, medication management, and companionship. Strong communication and interpersonal skills foster trust and comfort with clients and families....
Hajara can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"She's very hardworking, thoughtful, flexible and dependable. You can definitely count on her on giving your loved one the care, love and support they deserve. She usually goes out of her way to make sure, the family is happy and contented. Best care giver I know."
Alv K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Sula , and I am a dedicated and experienced Nurse Aid/Home Health Aid with 14 years of valuable experience in providing compassionate care to individuals in private homes, assisted living facilities, and nursing homes. I am highly motivated and trained to deliver the highest standard of care, encompassing tasks...
Sula can also help with: Errands, meal prep, personal care, dementia, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"If you are looking for a caregiver that is reliable, skilled and compassionate you will find all these qualities and more in Sula. She exceeded my expectations in every way. I have had other care givers in the past that respond only when my elderly mother would...
Doug B.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a very, very honest, reliable, dependable, caring, compassionate, a team leader, always ready to
Learn new things and to listen - I have a sense of humor, I Am always willing to walk an extra mile for those who are less fortunate. I have been in the health care industry for over 25 years/
I am a CNA/HHA.
First aid and CPR...
Monica can also help with: Live-in home care, personal care, hospice services, dementia, respite care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
CPR
5.0
"I have known Monica for several years now and I must say that her compassion and sense of responsibility is a great asset to anyone who plans to hire her. She is very time conscious with any kind of appointment you give her. Knowing her, any person who hires her...
Hannah C.
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Recent home health aide reviews in Ayer, MA
Mariam N.
5.0
Mariam takes pride in her work. She wants to please the elders she works for and their families. She will take care of any special need the elder has and wants to learn how to do things the best way. She is empathetic and patient with difficult clients because she respects elders and understands how...
- Care member
Peninnah M.
5.0
Extremely experienced, knowledgeable, caring, and talented at every phase of long-term care, to end up life. The family is extremely grateful to have found her to care for our family members, and she is highly recommended for anyone looking for a great caregiver.
- Robert D.
Jackie P.
5.0
Jackie is exceptional. She cared for my mother with Alzheimer's with such tender, thorough care. She is experienced, calm and loving.
- Sarah S.
Lisa L.
5.0
We have had Lisa as a caregiver for my 95 yo mom for at least 2 or 3 years and she is wonderful! She has a kind and easy going manner and a great sense of humor! She is so good with my mom who has some dementia and some other medical issues -always kind and gentle. We love Lisa- you will too!
- Bonnie O.
Kelley H.
5.0
I hired Kelley last year when my 95 year old grandfather came to visit for a few weeks. Kelley was excellent. She helped bath him, put lotion on him, she gave him light massage, and took him for walks. She additionally helped change a bandage he had. She was very kind which put my grandfather at...
- Claudia S.
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FAQs for finding home health aides near you in Ayer, MA
What does a home health aide do near me in Ayer, MA?
If you’re planning to hire a home health aide near you in Ayer, 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 Ayer, MA?
When it’s time to hire a home health aide near you in Ayer, 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 Ayer, MA?
To find home health aides near you in Ayer, MA, you can create an account with Care.com and then you can filter and sort local home health aides by distance from Ayer, 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 Ayer, MA?
The average rate for hiring home health aides near you in Ayer, MA on Care.com as of March, 2025 is $27.50 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 Ayer, 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.