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Shelly H.
Cortland, NY
$16-21/hr • 5 yrs exp
I have experience with taking care of my aging mother for 15+ until she passed. I did most everything a home health aide would do and more. I learned a lot by caring for my mom as she aged and her needs changed. The most important thing was to show love and compassion. I can give a detailed list of various activities such as...
Shelly can also help with: Meal prep, home modification, light cleaning, errands, companionship, personal care & more
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a Registered Nurse looking to provide care outside of a Hospital.
I have lots of days off as a Nurse. So, I'd like to have more fulfilled days by having a part-time job of providing 1:1 care.
I have been doing home-care for seven years, and I learn so much by being able to provide such intimate care!
Maureen can also help with: Hospice services, errands, home modification, dementia, companionship, light cleaning & more
I'd describe my personality as warm, loving, patient and reliable. I love to laugh and love to see people happy and smiling. When others describe me, they would say I am a hard working, passionate, understanding patient caregiver. I started caring for seniors when I was a senior in high school class of 2011. I have 15+ years of...
Keisha can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
CNA
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(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 15 plus years experience in health care. I have worked as a CNA in the past. I have been working private duty for the past 5 years. I have very good references. I really enjoy taking care of the elderly. I'm very reliable, I get along great with others. I'm honest and a hard worker. I have experience with dementia,...
Leslie can also help with: Personal care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
My certifications have since expired, but I've been a home health aid off and on for years in my 20's and 30's. My speciality is caring deeply for every client I have had the pleasure to create friendship with.
Jason can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, light cleaning, errands, dementia, meal prep & more
I have worked with seniors since 2015. I have worked in private home care settings and assisted living/memory care facilities. I have been at my current job for two years as a medication technician/resident care aide. I love working with seniors and being able to help them with activities of daily living, light housekeeping,...
Bridgett can also help with: Respite care, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, dementia, transportation & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
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FAQs for finding home health aides near you in Cortland, NY
What does a home health aide do near me in Cortland, NY?
If you’re planning to hire a home health aide near you in Cortland, NY, 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 Cortland, NY?
When it’s time to hire a home health aide near you in Cortland, NY, 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 Cortland, NY?
To find home health aides near you in Cortland, NY, you can create an account with Care.com and then you can filter and sort local home health aides by distance from Cortland, NY. 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 Cortland, NY?
The average rate for hiring home health aides near you in Cortland, NY on Care.com as of April, 2025 is $16.00 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 Cortland, NY?
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.