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Hospice care in Merrick, NY

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Nancy O.


Merrick, NY

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Seasoned Caregiver

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I have almost 10 years of eldercare experience. I specialize in Dementia, Cancer Care and Hospice. My passion is caring for the elderly and helping families through this tough time. Excellent care goes a long way to heal a person physically and mentally. I can help even with the most difficult cases. For reliable coverage with a...
Nancy can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, live-in home care, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

Home Health Aide

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Dianna V.


Lynbrook, NY

$30/hr7 yrs exp

Caring Trustworthy Caregiver To Elderly, Pets And Children

5.0

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I have spent the last 2 1/2 years being a nanny for a sweet baby girl and her furry brother a silver lab, as well as her newest baby sister 5 months old. That job is coming to a stop at end of May. previously for 7 years I was Engaging the life of the elderly at an Assisted Living Facility - Doing exercises, arts & crafts,...
Dianna can also help with: Companionship, dementia, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, transportation & more
5.0
"Believe me when I say you can’t go wrong when you hire Dianna. She is the most trustworthy, Hard-working woman that you will not go wrong with She goes above and beyond in any situation She will not do you wrong I’ve known her for over 30 years She stands...

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Rita G.


Garden City, NY

$28-44/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Home Health Aide

Nursing background 20 years experience in elderly care . Completed Home Health Aide program. Alzheimer's/Dementia/Hospice / Parkinson's experience. I'm passionate about my work and know how to get the job done . I would describe myself as an open and honest person and tries to be fair in everything I do . In my free time I...
Rita can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, live-in home care, errands, meal prep, hospice services & more
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Home Health Aide

5.0
"Rita was an extraordinary caregiver for my elderly Aunt. We were truly blessed the day she came into our lives. We often said that she treated our Aunt as if she was her own mother. Her compassion, patience, love and knowledge was so much more than what we had...

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Drita V.


New Hyde Park, NY

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I am a professional, compassionate reliable in-home caregiver. I have 15 years experience with passion in health care field. Excellent communication. I am skilled in medication management, daily meal preparation, exercises, errands, medical appts, light housekeeping, total care/hygiene, makeup, hairstyles. I do my best to assure...
Drita can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, companionship, home modification, dementia, errands & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Home Health Aide

CPR

5.0
"Drita is the most compassionate individual. She puts her heart and soul into everything she does and cares for. She goes above and beyond her expectations. I would hire Drita over and over again. Better yet, I would never let her go!! She is a 5+! Beautiful person....

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Josie M.


Valley Stream, NY

$23-27/hr10 yrs exp

Provide Care

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I Provide patients and families with emotional support and instruction in areas such as caring for the elderly, preparing healthy meals, and living independently. Provide patients with help moving in and out of beds, baths, companionship, wheelchairs or automobiles, and with dressing and grooming. A Professional license in CHHA...
Josie can also help with: Companionship, errands, dementia, live-in home care, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Wound Care

Home Health Aide

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"The best !!!!!!!! Thank you so much."

Steven A.

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Cathleen C.


Lindenhurst, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Home Health Aide Companion

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I have been a Home Health Aide/ companion for over 10 years or so now. I love to cook, meal prep, errands, transportation, play games etc. I care for people as if they were my own family and how I'd want them treated. I'm very passionate about senior care, kind, caring, calm and very patient and empathetic. I'm able to provide...
Cathleen can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, companionship, dementia, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"My sister and I have been so grateful for Cathleen's help with our mom. Cathleen has gone above and beyond to help mom by running errands for her before and during the pandemic. She has given us great peace of mind knowing that she too wants to keep mom safe and...

June P.

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Helena H.


Queens Village, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

An Optimistic Outlook. I Consider Your Longevity To Be A Blessing.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Helena here, and it is a pleasure to meet you. In addition to being kind, compassionate, and caring, I was raised in the U. S. Virgin Islands. As the oldest of my siblings, I have always been responsible for caring for people. Consequently, when I was 16, I became a caregiver and never looked back. After growing up with my...
Helena can also help with: Dementia, errands, hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

5.0
"You took beautiful care of my wife during our short time together. I appreciate you, Helena; I will recommend you to my family and friends. Keep pushing; I hope to see you soon, but not too soon. Bless"

Kejahni F.

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Wendy A.


Freeport, NY

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced, Positive, And Kind Personal Health Care Aide

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi There! I am kind, upbeat, and friendly home care aid. With over 15 years of experience in elderly care, I am a certified home health aide, certified personal care aide, and certified nursing assistant. I have experience with dementia care, hospice, and elderly couples. I pride myself on punctuality, positivity, and...
Wendy can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, respite care, light cleaning, personal care
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Super caring and makes you feel loved"

Ashia T.

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Monet W.


Freeport, NY

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Or Live-In CNA Available For Companionship, Meal Prep, Housekeeping, Medication Reminders.

3.7

(3)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Compassionate, intuitive and self-directed CNA with over 10 years of experience devoted to providing superior in-home care to seniors, mentally ill, and persons with disabilities or any health limitation. I've had the opportunity to work in several settings including medical-surgical, critical care, emergency, behavioral health,...
Monet can also help with: Dementia, personal care, hospice services, respite care, live-in home care
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Monet is a caring and responsible young lady."

Harold S.

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Melissa C.


Hicksville, NY

$25-27/hr10 yrs exp

Home Health Aide And Medical Assistant

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am Mature friendly and compassionate. I live in Hicksville and available to care for your loved one. I truly enjoy caring for people. I am an experienced Medical Assistant and Home Health Aide. I provide caring and dedicated attention to the people I care for. Encourage physical activity and social interaction. I am always...
Melissa can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, errands, companionship, home modification, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Will 100% take care of your loved one or child. Honest, reliable and caring which is hard to find these days. "

Anita M.

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Arlene D.


Lindenhurst, NY

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caring Senior Companion

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Arlene. I have over 25 years of experience as a companion for seniors. I am caring, empathetic, very reliable, and supportive of both the client and the family. I have experience with Dementia, MS and hospice. I have worked with over 15 families. I am a non-smoker and have an excellent driving record. I have a...
Arlene can also help with: Dementia, errands, mobility assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, companionship & more
5.0
"Arlene took very good care of my mom for about two years up until passing. Mom loved her and had a great time talking with her."

Timothy M.

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Sibrina C.


Seaford, NY

$25-30/hr7 yrs exp

Caring Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have over 8 years of experience in caregiving. I can help with home care and personal care. I have worked in Nursing Homes as well as Private Home Care. I have experience working with Alzheimer/Dementia, MS, and paraplegic patients, hospice care, wound care, medication administration, and ambulation. I am a certified medical...
Sibrina can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning, hospice services, companionship, dementia, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Sabrina was fantastic caring for my father! We loved having her in our home. She was friendly and compassionate! We would definitely hire her again!"

Jennifer M.

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Marcia J.


Hempstead, NY

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Extended Family

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Marcia I'm experienced caretaker and companion with over 30+ years of providing care for the elderly in hospital/ at-home setting. I'm very patient, compassionate and empathetic also a good listener. My focus as a caregiver/companion is to provide optimal support to my patients through personalized assistance,...
Marcia can also help with: Dementia, companionship, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, hospice services & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Marcia has cared for numerous members of my family. I cannot imagine there is anyone better in the industry. To say she is amazing is an understatement. My wife refers to her as the Angel sent by GOD Marcia is incredibly skilled, professional, personable and...

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Simone D.


Cambria Heights, NY

$17-25/hr3 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver, Engaging Seniors Living, Home To Improve Activity Levels, General Wellness.

I have over 15 year experience, working with mental disabled clients, as well as individual with mild to severe stage of dementia. Parkinson's, renal failure, Alzheimer's, cancer, COPD, muscular degeneration, hypertension, diabetes, MS (multiplemultiple sclerosis), stroke, epilepsy, wound care, GAIT assistance, and those recover...
Simone can also help with: Dementia, errands, light cleaning, hospice services, live-in home care, home modification & more
Skills:

CPR

Wound Care

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Anya F.


Garden City, NY

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Companion Care Certified EMT

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a NYS and nationally certified Emergency Management Services caregiver with 10 years plus experience in private care and companionship for seniors. Areas of expertise include: monitoring vitals (blood pressure, respiration rate, pulse, and blood oxygen levels) overseeing medication consumption, diabetes and blood sugar...
Anya can also help with: Meal prep, errands, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, personal care & more
Skills:

CPR

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

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Nancy C.


Long Beach, NY

$17-21/hr3 yrs exp

I have a healthcare administrator background as well as worked as a personal assistant. I want to help my clients live their best life. Whether it be at home baking, doing puzzles, go for a walk, visit a senior center. I think it's essential for me to understand what happy is for my clients and I hope to assist in achieving the...
Nancy can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, companionship, respite care, specialized care & more
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Latoya A.


Copiague, NY

$21-25/hr9 yrs exp

My name is Latoya I'm a certified home health aide. been in the healthcare for 10years I've work with dementia and Alzheimer's Paitent, also worked in the hospice inn. I take pride in what I do, very compassionate, respectful, patient, and understanding.
Latoya can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, hospice services, dementia, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Sandra D.


Westbury, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Nurse Assistant HHA

My name is Sandra I a am a nurse assistant and HHA certified I use to work in nursing home experience and hospital experience with diabetes hospice bedbound stroke Colson feeding wound treatment hoyer feeding dressing I will take you out to dinner malls Summer is over and I can travel with you to Florida or wherever you want to...
Sandra can also help with: Errands, dementia, companionship, live-in home care, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Wound Care

Home Health Aide

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Kathleen R.


Old Bethpage, NY

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caring And Compassionate

I have over 10 years of experience. I am reliable and trustworthy. Experienced caring for individuals with Dementia and Hospice comfort care. I can care for your loved one in a nursing home as well as at home. I am very respectful and understanding to the needs of others and will treat your loved one with dignity as I would want...
Kathleen can also help with: Hospice services, dementia
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Carol P.


Oceanside, NY

$18-30/hr10 yrs exp

Helping Others

I am a Crossing Guard for Nassau County. I am retiring the end of month. I work at an elementary school also. I am very interested in becoming a nanny as a new journey in life... I love children. My availability in January will allow free time Hope u will consider me!
Carol can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, transportation, errands, companionship

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Recent hospice care reviews in Merrick, NY

Dianna V.

5.0

Dianna is great! Always on time, very helpful and always wears a smile. Don't hesitate to hire her.

- Diane F.

Rita G.

5.0

Rita is a wonderful person: intelligent, capable, experienced, caring & kind. She took excellent care of my dear friend for 7 years. My friend lived a longer and better life because Rita was there. Anyone would be fortunate to have Rita as their caregiver.

- Care member

Drita V.

5.0

Drita provided daily care for my elderly grandmother. Drita was punctual, attentive to my grandmother’s needs, such as preparing meals, grooming, and dressing. Drita was also trustworthy, friendly, kind, compassionate and I recommend her to other families.

- Care member

Josie M.

5.0

Josie was hired to take care of my grandmother during her stages of battling stomach cancer. Josie has met our family right after my grandmother had a stroke which was difficult on her physical and mental health, however the situation was not traumatic for Josie, with her sweet naturing voice she...

- Care member

Cathleen C.

5.0

Cathy has been working with my mom for almost 2 years. She is dependable, a good communicator, helpful and kind. I would 100% recommend her for any type of care job. She is worth it!

- Karen M.

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