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Hospice care in Amherst, MA

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Curtis H.


Amherst, MA

$29/hr6 yrs exp

Very Efficient, Kind Caregiver

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have over 6 years of experience. I can help with ADLs. I have worked with a quadriplegic client, autism, behavioral, dementia, Alzheimer's, returning home from surgery, and hospice. I have worked for the State of Illinois, and have been certified through the State of California to do home care. Very active and attentive...
Curtis can also help with: Errands, companionship, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Ineida S C.


Amherst, MA

$25-45/hr10 yrs exp

I Have Been A CNA For 10+years.

I have been cna for 10+ year, working with elderly, young children and adults. Ouses to work in Nursing home hospital and hospice. now I would like to do more like one client at time and provide a better care.
Ineida S can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, meal prep, dementia, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

I have previous experience working in group homes with older adults with developmental disabilities and dementia. I have experience with Hoyer lifts, wheelchairs, gait belts, lift chairs ect. I have run an in home program for an individual with a traumatic brain injury and have changed a g-tube, performed tube feedings,...
Amber can also help with: Errands, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, respite care, meal prep & more
Skills:

Wound Care

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

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Emma C.


Northampton, MA

$25-26/hr3 yrs exp

Patient, Kind, Gentle

Growing up with my mom, a physical therapist specializing in home care and hospice, has equipped me with valuable knowledge of mobility and cognitive difficulties associated with aging and illnesses. Being passionate about providing companionship to older individuals, I strive to be more than a caregiver - I aim to be a genuine...
Emma can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, companionship, home modification, errands, dementia & more
I have more than a decade of experience in elder care and am committed to improving the lives of seniors. I have worked in various settings supporting those with memory issues, dementia, and physical limitations, caring for individuals with cancer, and providing end-of-life care. I aim to create an environment where seniors can...
Ann can also help with: Errands, dementia, companionship, transportation
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Donna W.


Hatfield, MA

$40/hr10 yrs exp

ACTIVITIES COORDINATOR EXTRAORDINAIRE!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I live in Hatfield and am a young 70 yr old. I successfully navigated the kids, careers, pets, ex and aging parents stages of life. I am a retired UMass Amherst business manager; college-educated former beauty salon owner; business analyst; certified end-of-life Doula and activities coordinator extraordinaire! Available for...
Donna can also help with: Meal prep, errands, respite care, companionship, transportation, hospice services & more
I have worked with seniors for many years in different capacities. Started out as a nursing assistant many years ago before working as a home health aide for 8 yrs. I currently am an LPN and have worked with a varied settings, with my last position as a staff nurse at the Lathrop Home in Northampton, Ma. Responsible for the care...
Arlene can also help with: Visiting nurse, hospice services, dementia, personal care
Skills:

Licensed Nurse

Andrea B.


Northampton, MA

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Andrea..

I am a licensed nurse with over 40 years of experience in skilled care, and dementia care in local nursing homes and home care settings. I am hospice trained, can do post surgical care, and am a CWW, a wound care certified nurse. I have spent my working life taking care of seniors, both while I attended Boston City Hospital for...
Andrea can also help with: Companionship, mobility assistance, light cleaning, dementia, errands, meal prep & more
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Heidi P.


Chicopee, MA

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

I'm Flexible With Hours . Part Time Employment

5.0

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Hello. I've been doing home care for 20 years off and on off. I've taken care of my great aunt , my husbands grand mother , both my grandparents , and several clients over the years. As well as have some knowledge of Mitochondrial Disease from caring for a friend who has it. I hold certificates in personal care , dementia...
Heidi can also help with: Personal care, dementia
5.0
" Heidi is a very sweet person she takes matters into her own and goes above and beyond to help whoever is in need "

Nicole S.

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Sheileen T.


Springfield, MA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

I Love Being A Caregiver

Responsible caregiver who shows a high level of compassion to the patients and their families. I am able to perform all job tasks needed day to day. I am very reliable and I don't mind picking up last minute shifts if needed. I am fully vaccinated and CPR Certified. I have been a caregiver for over 12 years now and absolutely...
Sheileen can also help with: Light cleaning, home modification, hospice services, errands, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

Wound Care

5.0
"Hard worker and very caring. She puts her Heart into her work."

Tracy P.

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Brenda D.


Turners Falls, MA

$15-28/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate/professional Care Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 20+ years of private in home and agency care experience. I've worked with both male and female elder clients and their families in the home. I have experience in all forms of care from meal preparation to personal care including hospice care. I am a very reliable, responsible and caring middle aged woman who loves what...
Brenda can also help with: Dementia, personal care
5.0
"Brenda was hired by the client, and his family. She was caring, self-reliant, knowledgeable, cheerful, and flexible. She arrived at the expected time, or a bit earlier, and fulfilled the necessary duties along with other things. She was professional, neat, and...

Karuna B.

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Lisa W.


Greenfield, MA

$30/hr9 yrs exp

Housekeeper/Caregiver With 9 Years Senior Care Experience

Hi there! My name is Lisa. Thank you for clicking on me! I am a very motivated and energetic worker who is looking for housekeeping and or senior care work. I am caring for a few families right now but have open days during the week I'm looking to fill. I love cleaning, and really love helping my families. I also have been...
5.0
"I am so impressed with Lisa's compassion and dedication to her clients. Unfortunately the opportunity I have for her is just too far away from her area . She was recommended by a friend who raved about her. She's smart, articulate, and very caring what more could...

Theresa L.

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Kathleen S.


Springfield, MA

$20-30/hr6 yrs exp

Home Health Aide / Personal Care Attendant / Companion

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have always had a passion for working with the elderly. I became a Certified Personal Care Attendant in 2011 and have been working with seniors in their homes ever since. I can provide assistance with all ADLs including; bathing, dressing, cleaning, meal prep, medication management, feeding tubes, housekeeping and more. I have...
Kathleen can also help with: Personal care, dementia, respite care, hospice services, live-in home care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"It takes a special person to take gentle care of someone diagnosed with Dementia/Alzheimer's & we found that person in Kathy. Kathy can be quiet in her ways-which was welcomed as my aunt progressed & craved a calmer environment. She does her work with compassion &...

Chrissy B.

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Brenda C.


Ware, MA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Care Giver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have 35 years experience in the medical field. I owned and operated a nursing home for 10 years. I am CPR and first aid certified. I was a former EMT/fire fighter. I have worked with all levels of care with children and adults. I am also serve safe for quality food and/or service including meal prep. I am covid vaccinated ....
Brenda can also help with: Live-in home care, errands, hospice services, dementia, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"Brenda has been fantastic! She's been supporting my parents and is tremendously helpful. My father had a stroke 20 years ago and is increasingly disabled as he ages and gets more frail. Brenda is very knowledgeable about how to help him move and transfer, as well...

Juliana G.

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Alyssa M.


Holyoke, MA

$19/hr8 yrs exp

Certified Nurse Assistant

4.3

(3)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Alyssa I'm 27 yrs old & I have 8 years experience as a Nurse Assistant. I'm very patient, loving & understanding . I have experience in NH long term care, rehab, hospice & private home care. I absolutely love what I do and cannot imagine doing anything else . I have great references and full availability ....
Alyssa can also help with: Dementia, mobility assistance, personal care, companionship, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Wound Care

CNA

5.0
"Alyssa is caring, compassionate and hard working. We were very fortunate to have Alyssa help us."

Zoe Z.

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Amanda H.


Ludlow, MA

$35/hr8 yrs exp

Loving Care At Home

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I am an honest caring , respectful , loving care provider / LPN with 8 years experience with live- in care and hourly care . I am also 1st aid and CPR certified and I do love my job as well as my client, I have worked with client with dementia, cancer , hospice, Parkinson's , Alzheimer's and stroke rehab. I do love taking care...
Amanda can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, home modification, errands, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Very qualified, caring and professional. We are so lucky to have hired Amanda."

David L.

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Keeva M.


Springfield, MA

$40/hr10 yrs exp

Great Fun Loving Caregiver

I am a Personal Care Assistant , First Aid and AED Certification. I have over 10 years experience in Developmental Brain Injury, Dementia and Alzheimer's Care, end of life care and assisting clients with all activities of daily living.
Keeva can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning, companionship, errands, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

I have 4 years of experience. I have experience in Wound Care, Parkinsons, Dementia, Hospice Care, IV Medication, Medication Distribution, wheelchairs and walkers, chair exercises, bathing, dressing, lifting, meal prep, house cleaning transportation, and shopping. I enjoy giving companionship to people. I enjoy sitting with...
Kimberly can also help with: Errands, meal prep, personal care, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia & more
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Ami O.


Springfield, MA

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

My name is Ami. I'm one of the founders of Osem home health along side my husband. I have been a caregiver since 2015 and I have over 9 years experience working with residents who has Dementia, Alzheimer, brain injury, autism, stroke and Parkinson as well as Hospice residents. I have a background in social work and Psychology...
Ami can also help with: Light cleaning, live-in home care, dementia, hospice services, errands, companionship & more
Skills:

CNA

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Laura P.


Millers Falls, MA

$25-28/hr10 yrs exp

PCA/End Of Life Doula

I have worked for many families. Some for years and others not as long. Depending on what service were needed. I have made some very special friendships through the years. I love my work. I wouldn't trade it for anything.
Laura can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, dementia, hospice services, companionship & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Recent hospice care reviews in Amherst, MA

Heidi P.

5.0

Heidi is a wonderful , caring person. She not only was a perfect caregiver for my mom she also became a good friend.She worked for my mom and I for 3 years. I never had any complaints or concerns about her work . She was always on time and never called out sick unless it was an emergency. My mother...

- Gena Y.

Sheileen T.

5.0

Hard worker and very caring. She puts her Heart into her work.

- Tracy P.

Brenda D.

5.0

Brenda was hired by the client, and his family. She was caring, self-reliant, knowledgeable, cheerful, and flexible. She arrived at the expected time, or a bit earlier, and fulfilled the necessary duties along with other things. She was professional, neat, and seemed well rested. Brenda was able to...

- Karuna B.

Lisa W.

5.0

I am so impressed with Lisa's compassion and dedication to her clients. Unfortunately the opportunity I have for her is just too far away from her area . She was recommended by a friend who raved about her. She's smart, articulate, and very caring what more could you ask for.

- Theresa L.

Kathleen S.

5.0

It takes a special person to take gentle care of someone diagnosed with Dementia/Alzheimer's & we found that person in Kathy. Kathy can be quiet in her ways-which was welcomed as my aunt progressed & craved a calmer environment. She does her work with compassion & responsibility & my aunt responded...

- Chrissy B.

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