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57 home health aides are listed in Schenectady, NY
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby home health aides is 7 years
Home health aides in Schenectady, NY
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been in the geriatric field since I was 14 years old. I was a recreation therapy aide for several years and have done home care since I have been living in NY (3 years). I got my home health aide license when I lived in NJ. I am very passionate about helping older adults. I am well versed in older music, movies and...
Alyssa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, personal care, errands
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"My family was looking for someone to come in a few days a week to help mom take care of dad, suffering from dementia . Alyssa has been very kind and caring to both of them. She helps dad stay in a routine and assists with puzzles and some exercises for dementia....
Maryann D.
Luzette P.
Albany, NY
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a positive and patient. I could multi task. For several years I worked in a hospital as a patient care assistant. For the past 5 years I worked as a home health aid taking care of seniors. I can help with Transportation Services and Bathing/Dressing.
Luzette can also help with: Companionship, dementia, live-in home care, errands, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Very reliable, caring and professional. Highly recommend."
Gennaro S.
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have worked in a nursing home setting, group home setting and hospital setting. I have worked overnights for 18 years currently. I have done medications, showers, transportation to and from medical appointments and assisting with all levels of ADL's. I truly enjoy helping others get the most out of life!
Melissa can also help with: Errands, personal care, transportation, dementia, respite care
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Hello, my name is Alexia. I have just moved back to New York after completing nursing school in Florida. I am currently studying for my NCLEX-RN EXAM. While I am studying, I am looking for a caregiving position to continue my skills and help provide a comfortable and safe environment for your family member.
I have a passion...
Alexia can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, light cleaning, live-in home care, errands
With certifications in Medical Assistance and Home Health Aid, I specialize in medication management, vital signs assessment, and effective communication in healthcare settings. I have hands-on experience providing compassionate care for individuals with Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, end-of-life needs, and more. Known for my...
Mercedes can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Hello my name is Rosina, I've been in the healthcare field for 24 years and find my job very rewarding. I'm Caring compassionate & very reliable. I Have experience with Alzheimer's and dementia. I've worked with the elderly in assisted living and nursing facilities & also there homes. I've also worked with individuals with...
Rosina can also help with: Companionship, dementia, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Before going into nursing, I worked as a home health aid. I currently work as a specialty nurse in asthma, allergy and immunology. I love people and nursing.
Nancy can also help with: Personal care
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
Carlos B.
Clifton Park, NY
$30-43/hr • 10 yrs exp
Compassionate Caregiver With Over 20 Years Of Experience"
Responsible Home Health Aide with excellent communication skills Proficient in providing exceptional in-home support to patients with a wide range of disabilities, illnesses, or other challenges.
I'd describe my personality as "Enthusiastic, confident and friendly
I like caring for seniors because I can hold my head high...
Carlos can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep
Skills:
Home Health Aide
3.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Experience in long term care, hospice care, home care, and patient care. Reliable and dependable. I LOVE what I do!
Danielle can also help with: Live-in home care, errands, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I highly recommend Danielle as a caregiver for your loved one. She is professional, skilled, and caring. My family was able to rest easy knowing my parents were in Danielle's care."
Debbie S.
4.9
(13)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello I've been in the health care field for over 16yrs. It's been my passion and I'm very proud of the care and love I give to my clients.
Monique can also help with: Live-in home care, personal care, respite care, hospice services, dementia, home modification & more
5.0
"Monique cared for my mother-in-law in her last few days of life. She was very respectful and comforting to both my mom and the rest of the family. Monique arrived on-time and even picked up around the house on her overnight stays with us. I would highly recommend...
Kim C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Been working in the medical field well over six years, I came to be in the medical field by helping a sick relative and low and behold by doing this l found one of my passion and that's caring for others. I'm 6'5 250lbs that being said I'm very strong and lots of patients feel super safe in my hands when doing anything. I'm...
Tyran can also help with: Personal care, visiting physician, hospice services, respite care, live-in home care, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Tyran is a kind and pleasant caregiver who gives 200% His client likes him and he does everything he can to make it a good day."
Jude R.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 30 years experience in long term care I've worked with many diverse people. I'm reliable and able to work on my own I have background checks thru interim healthcare whom I presently work for and thru site an on line service.
Mary can also help with: Mobility assistance, personal care, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, companionship & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
Wound Care
5.0
"Mary has been my nurses aide for 5 years. She is the most caring thorough hard working person in my life. One of patience and kindness at all times. She knows how to care for patients like me and had set a routine like clock work that works for both of us. Mary...
Mary M.
4.7
(3)
I have been in the health field since 9/2009. I started off as a PCA (personal Care Aide). Within 2 years I took the course to become a nursing assistant. I am currently still Certified with Both. I have Worked in homes, nursing homes, rehabilitation centers, and adult day Programs. I believe this passion came from my mother, as...
Dyanna can also help with: Respite care, dementia, personal care
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I have known Dyanna For Almost 9 years. She Is a great Mentor to my kids ages 9 & 11. She Gets Things Done and In a timely Manner. "
Yollie W.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a certified home health aide with 10+ years experience delivering compassionate caregiving specializing in caring for elderly, person suffering from illness, and those with disabilities. Adept in providing optimal care for those who cannot care for themselves , and those who require a more intense level of patient care . ,...
Shaeisha can also help with: Errands, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Shaeisha was amazing, she goes above and beyond. Very Reliable, we would definitely recommend her and rehire her."
Kerrol C.
Home health aid I've been in the health field over 25 years I am compassionate I love taking care people
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Previous experience in caring for people with brain injuries and Alzheimer's. 4 years with working in a total care nursing home
Skills:
CNA
Kind and compassionate personal caregiver with 12+ years of experience caring for elderly and disabled patients. I provide focused, dedicated, and loving care to the person I am caring for. Valid driver's license and clean driving record. Patient care and well-being include healthcare, cooking/meal preparation, light...
Meghan can also help with: Personal care, dementia, hospice services, live-in home care, respite care, home modification & more
Ebony W.
Troy, NY
$16-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
I'm a home health aid and a pca I take care of elderly for a living I work for home care and Belvedere
Ebony can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Antoinesia M.
Glenmont, NY
$22-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
A Licensed Practical Nurse With A Passion To Provide Care Within The Senior Community.
Hello.
I'm a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) and a mother of 3. Over the past 18 years, I was a Home Health Aide (assisting seniors with different levels of care in their homes), a Nurse Assistant (working in skilled nursing homes, providing long-term and rehabilitation [short-term] patient care), now an LPN for 7 years...
Antoinesia can also help with: Mobility assistance, light cleaning, errands, respite care, home modification, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Licensed Nurse
I have been in the nursing field for 20 plus years. It is my life's passion to work with dementia, altzheimer's, geriatric, and traumatic brain injury patients. My goal is to provide excellent professional care to these individuals and help make their life quality as fulfilling as possible. The care I provide for my patients not...
Edie can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, personal care, hospice services
Skills:
Home Health Aide
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Recent home health aide reviews in Schenectady, NY
Alyssa H.
5.0
My family was looking for someone to come in a few days a week to help mom take care of dad, suffering from dementia . Alyssa has been very kind and caring to both of them. She helps dad stay in a routine and assists with puzzles and some exercises for dementia. Alyssa also helps with the...
- Maryann D.
Luzette P.
5.0
Very reliable, caring and professional. Highly recommend.
- Gennaro S.
Danielle W.
5.0
I highly recommend Danielle as a caregiver for your loved one. She is professional, skilled, and caring. My family was able to rest easy knowing my parents were in Danielle's care.
- Debbie S.
Monique M.
5.0
Monique was very personable, trustworthy and put my emotions at ease when caring for my terminally ill mother . She went above and beyond with answering questions and giving suggestions to help my mother be comfortable in the last days of her life. She was on time and was very gentle with my mother....
- Erika T.
Tyran B.
5.0
Tyran is a kind and pleasant caregiver who gives 200% His client likes him and he does everything he can to make it a good day.
- Jude R.
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FAQs for finding home health aides near you in Schenectady, NY
What does a home health aide do near me in Schenectady, NY?
If you’re planning to hire a home health aide near you in Schenectady, 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 Schenectady, NY?
When it’s time to hire a home health aide near you in Schenectady, 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 Schenectady, NY?
To find home health aides near you in Schenectady, NY, you can create an account with Care.com and then you can filter and sort local home health aides by distance from Schenectady, 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 Schenectady, NY?
The average rate for hiring home health aides near you in Schenectady, NY on Care.com as of April, 2025 is $21.83 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 Schenectady, 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.
Ratings for Schenectady, NY home health aides listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Home Health Aides in Schenectady, NY are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 18 reviews of the 57 listed home health aides.