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Hello I will start by saying since I was 16 I have always been in the health care field in some sort of way. I have nursing home experience, residential direct support staff experience (9 years) as well as being an advocate for 2 disabled adults for 2 years. The last 2 years I have been a private home health aid, to three...
Karli can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, meal prep, errands, respite care, light cleaning & more
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: Dementia, light cleaning, companionship, hospice services, live-in home care, errands & more
4.0
"Colleen has been supportive and responsive in all of our dealings with her ."
Care member
I am a dedicated and compassionate certified home health aide with over 4 years of professional experience in providing care to elderly patients of all levels of necessity. My focus is on maintaining client safety and comfort by ensuring my patients receive the best possible care. I am a hard worker skilled at assisting with...
Varona can also help with: Live-in home care, meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services, mobility assistance, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
I have extensive experience in home health care. I have dementia training, blood borne pathogen's training, phlebotomy training & osha trainings. I've worked with COPD, CHF, Handicap, Alzheimer's, Hospice & Dementia Clients since 2015 providing a range of services in home care.
I have experience with transportation for...
Johanna can also help with: Errands, transportation, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep
Skills:
Home Health Aide
I worked as home health aid for many years, helping them for everything they need, very careful, I give them care like mom and dad .
Nahed can also help with: Live-in home care, transportation, light cleaning, respite care, meal prep
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, dementia, personal care, respite care
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...
Claudia S.
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, hospice services, light cleaning, respite care, meal prep, errands & 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.
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, errands, mobility assistance, companionship, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
I am changing careers after 20 years with Special Needs children. Go getter who recently got her Home health aide certificate. Would love to stay in homes without going through agencies with terrible reviews. I love personal care, I am empathetic, mom of a active boy, I stay positive and really enjoy helping others
Erin can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, errands, respite care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Fredrica S.
Rutland, MA
$23/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hello,
My name is FREDRICA . I am a professional senior caregiver with over 4 years of working experience. I am a certified home health aide and CPR certified.
I saw your post about the need for a senior caregiver. I have expertise in the areas of bathing and dressing, feeding, transferring patient in and out of bed, use of...
Fredrica can also help with: Live-in home care, errands, mobility assistance, light cleaning, home modification, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Olivia S.
Leominster, MA
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
I am a certified Nursing assistant, Home health Aide, I have a 5 year experience in this field, am friendly, good time keeper, clean, good cook, patient, good listener and much more to offer if hired.
Olivia can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, errands, light cleaning
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
(14)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi. I have a HHA certificate. I have been working with the elderly since 2005, I did work in an assisted living for 15 years and am now working only private care in the comfort of their own homes.
I enjoy the company of the elderly, love to take care of them. I do have experience with Alzheimer's/Dementia/Handicap and I take...
Aida can also help with: Errands, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning, live-in home care, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Aida cared for my elderly mom for multiple years. She is very reliable and a consummate professional with a great positive attitude. Aida would still be aiding my mom if she hadn’t been taken by the angels. I can’t say enough good things about her… rest assured...
Care member
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 20 yrs experience in the home health aid field. I love assisting others in need it is very rewarding. I love what I do and wouldn't trade it for anything. I have excellent references.
Crystal can also help with: Personal care, dementia, hospice services
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
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Recent home health aide reviews in Gardner, MA
Colleen B.
5.0
Colleen is doing an amazing job with my 95 year old mom. Bathing and dressing along with other household duties. She is punctual and personable.
- Kathy H.
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.
Cynthia S.
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, reliable and wonderful person....
- Debbie C.
Aida A.
5.0
Aida is caring, trustworthy, and a team player. She adapts well to changes. She is a pleasure to work with. She is a valuable asset. In this day and age, it is hard to find qualified, caring, and trustworthy caregivers, but Aida is all of those. Thank you Aida for everything you did for us!
- Michelle L.
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FAQs for finding home health aides near you in Gardner, MA
What does a home health aide do near me in Gardner, MA?
If you’re planning to hire a home health aide near you in Gardner, 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 Gardner, MA?
When it’s time to hire a home health aide near you in Gardner, 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 Gardner, MA?
To find home health aides near you in Gardner, MA, you can create an account with Care.com and then you can filter and sort local home health aides by distance from Gardner, 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 Gardner, MA?
The average rate for hiring home health aides near you in Gardner, MA on Care.com as of January, 2025 is $15.00 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 Gardner, 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.