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48 home health aides are listed in Townsend, MA
The average posted rate is $25/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby home health aides is 10 years
Home health aides in Townsend, MA
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, light cleaning, meal prep, respite care, errands, 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.
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: Home modification, personal care, dementia, live-in home care, visiting physician
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
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.
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, errands, dementia, 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
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, personal care, dementia, visiting nurse, 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.
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: Light cleaning, transportation, meal prep, dementia, errands
Skills:
Home Health Aide
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: Hospice services, companionship, light cleaning, meal prep, mobility assistance, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
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: Meal prep, personal care, companionship, dementia, light cleaning, 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: Meal prep, live-in home care, errands, light cleaning, transportation, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
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: Light cleaning, errands, live-in home care, hospice services, dementia, companionship & more
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: Transportation, light cleaning, live-in home care, respite care, meal prep
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, meal prep, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, live-in home care & 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'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: Dementia, live-in home care, personal care
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
(14)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I have been working with the elderly since 2005, I did work in an assisted living for 15 years, I am a CNA and also have a HHA and CPR/ first- aid trained . I worked with many families over the years, I have experience taking care of the elderly with Alzheimer's, dementia, handicap, clients who are in hospice, preparing...
Aida can also help with: Companionship, live-in home care, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
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
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: Dementia, live-in home care, light cleaning, errands, hospice services, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Sarah really came through for my mom as her post-surgery night time care-taker. Rather than trying to heal post-surgery in rehab, my mom wanted to heal at home and the medical staff agreed to let her go directly home because Sarah would be with her overnight for a...
Jojo G.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked in the human services field for 8 years now as a mental health specialist and as a direct care support staff. At my work I have been helping with ADL's, preparing food for the residents, taking the residents food shopping, helping the residents meet their goals. As a mental health specialist I was able to help...
Caroline can also help with: Personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Wound Care
CPR
5.0
"Caroline is kind and compassionate. She is reliable and trustworthy. She worked in a program for which I provided insight for years. She also worked side by side with me at another agency. I would happily hire her again if the opportunity presented itself."
Mary P.
5.0
(2)
Reliable, service-focused nursing professional with excellent patient-care and charting skills gained
through five years of experience as a home health aid.
I'd describe my personality as compassionate, ambitious and hardworking.
I like caring for seniors because of the ability to make a difference Caregiving is a powerful...
Elizabeth can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, respite care, home modification, dementia & more
5.0
"Elizabeth offered a holistic and personal attachment to our family when she took care of my Nana,
She really has enough experience in this field and we appreciated your support and timely care when she was with us🙏🏾"
Care member
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: Personal care, dementia, respite care, visiting nurse, home modification
5.0
"Lisa is an extremely skilled caregiver and exceptional person. Her thoughtful, creative approach and terrific sense of humor have had a dramatic, positive impact on my wife. My wife has young onset Alzheimer's and Lisa's care has empowered her, allowing her to feel...
Michael L.
I work through an home health agency. I'm a really nice outgoing girl who likes to help others. I've worked with kids and elderly.
Tanya can also help with: Dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been working with the elderly for many years. Trained as an LNA, worked with Hospice and Home Health Care. Absolutely love what I do!! There is much that goes along with taking care of elderly people who want to be in their own homes! Not having to worry about getting their medications, to eat and eat well or needing a...
Christian can also help with: Live-in home care, companionship, hospice services, light cleaning, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
Wound Care
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: Live-in home care, home modification, errands, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep & more
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Recent home health aide reviews in Townsend, MA
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.
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.
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.
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
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FAQs for finding home health aides near you in Townsend, MA
What does a home health aide do near me in Townsend, MA?
If you’re planning to hire a home health aide near you in Townsend, 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 Townsend, MA?
When it’s time to hire a home health aide near you in Townsend, 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 Townsend, MA?
To find home health aides near you in Townsend, MA, you can create an account with Care.com and then you can filter and sort local home health aides by distance from Townsend, 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 Townsend, MA?
The average rate for hiring home health aides near you in Townsend, MA on Care.com as of March, 2025 is $25.00 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 Townsend, 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.