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60 live in caregivers are listed in Amherst, MA
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby live in caregivers is 5 years
Live in caregivers in Amherst, MA
5.0
(1)
Hi, my name is Kristina.
I am a mom of 2 beautiful kids. A 4y. o & a 4. 5-month-old.
I am looking to start a new journey with a new family that I can build a great relationship with. 3 to 4 nights a week 5:30 p.m. to 8:30/9:00 p.m.
I have almost 2 years of experience working in private care at an Assisted Living Facility. 3...
Kristina can also help with: Errands, live-in home care, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, companionship & more
5.0
"Kristina was a very kind, thorough, detail oriented, engaging careworker. She was patient with my mother who has Alzheimers and is a fall risk. Kristina was willing to learn techniques from the PT and OT and accepted and applied feedback and corrections. She kept...
Care member
5.0
(18)
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: Home modification, light cleaning, errands, companionship, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Sheileen is amazing. She takes pride in caring for others. She is a natural. Thank you!!!"
Maria S.
5.0
(1)
I have been a respite provider for almost 15 years. I love working with the elderly as I work in a nursing home during the day. I love being able to help someone achieve their goals and to put a smile on their face. I also have taken 2 people into my home over the last 4 years to assist them with their daily needs. I look...
Sandy can also help with: Respite care, live-in home care, personal care, home modification, dementia, hospice services & more
Kathleen S.
Springfield, MA
$20-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
Home Health Aide / Personal Care Attendant / Companion
5.0
(1)
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: Hospice services, personal care, respite care, live-in home care, dementia
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.
5.0
(2)
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: Companionship, live-in home care, light cleaning, errands, dementia, hospice services & 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.
4.8
(5)
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: Home modification, companionship, dementia, hospice services, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Very qualified, caring and professional. We are so lucky to have hired Amanda."
David L.
Kathleen P.
Springfield, MA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am interested in senior care because I have taken care of both my parents, and my aunt when they were ill. I have lived in for periods of time to help them. I have also worked for home helpers and interim healthcare and stavros. I have done shared living with a handicapped woman in my home. Presently I am working with 2...
Kathleen can also help with: Live-in home care, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, respite care, personal care & more
5.0
"I wanted to put in a review of Kathleen. Even though I did not get to hire her, which was my fault entirely (shortly after we began our conversations, my father took a turn for the worse), I have to acknowledge her for her promptness in replies, genuine concern for...
Karyl C.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Compassionate, mature woman experienced helping with the following: appointment, activities, and medication management; transportation; bill pay; bookkeeping; groceries; meal preparation; laundry and housekeeping; plant care; pet care, senior care. Experienced with dementia.
Personal interests include: mindfulness; meditation;...
Marilyn can also help with: Live-in home care, errands, dementia, hospice services, companionship, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Marilyn has been incredible since we first spoke. From the very beginning, she's been extremely committed to helping my parents in every way possible. While she is new to working with people with physical disabilities, she wants to learn and is very focused on...
Juliana G.
Hi! My name is Francesca, I have previously been my step fathers health care aid. Taking care of his personal hygiene, dietary meals, medication routine and etc. I would love to be of assistance to helping your loved one!
Francesca can also help with: Meal prep, live-in home care, errands, transportation, light cleaning, respite care & more
Hello, I am a professional CNA, over 18 years experience! My skills include helping with dementia, or physical disabilities. I can cook many kinds meals! I do housekeeping, run errands, doctor appointments, medications, fun activities, and help with animal care! I I am a non-smoker, and a non drinker! Please let me know what I...
Susan can also help with: Light cleaning, live-in home care, dementia, errands, meal prep, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
Shayla P.
Greenfield, MA
$15-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
my name is shayla, im a 23-year-old care provider in western mass. I currently work in disability services, but I have experience in other caretaking positions as well.
I am CPR certified, I have received training in medication administration, and I am comfortable with all types of personal care and home care tasks.
I have a...
Shayla can also help with: Meal prep, live-in home care, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, errands & more
Hello
My name is Dora. I have a wealth of experience taking care elderly
. No level of care is too much for me. I understand how important it is to have exceptional care for your loved ones and I look forward to learning more about your family. I have experience with dementia, Parkinson's, diabetics, and others, send text...
Dora can also help with: Errands, live-in home care, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, hospice services & more
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
Home Health Aide
I work with the developmentally disabled elderly. I focus on making sure they are getting their daily tasks done and medication is taken when needed.
Alexandria can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Home Health Aide
I have 7 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Respite Care. I am very compassionate and caring.
Katsiaryna can also help with: Light cleaning, live-in home care, dementia, hospice services, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
I am a hard-working and driven individual who isn't afraid to face a challenge. I'm passionate about my work and I know how to get the job done. I would describe myself as an open and honest person who doesn't believe in misleading other people and tries to be fair in everything I do.
Silene can also help with: Errands, home modification, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
I worked in the medical field over 28years, I enjoy working with seniors citizens. I worked in hospitals, nursing homes, home care, assisted living and also a doctors office.
Takisha can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, respite care, home modification, personal care, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
Sierra S.
West Springfield, MA
$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
With over 7 years of experience as a dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), I have had the privilege of working closely with seniors, including individuals with dementia, quadriplegia, complex psychological needs and more. Throughout my career, I've developed a deep passion for providing compassionate care, fostering...
Sierra can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, respite care, meal prep, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked with patients with muscular dystrophy, dementia, COPD, and various other conditions just to name a few. I am a great companion for the elderly. I am a hard worker, accountable, dependable, reliable, and always strive to make a difference to deliver the best care I can provide. Everyone tells me I am great with the...
Alysse can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, live-in home care, respite care, home modification, personal care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Gabriella M.
Ludlow, MA
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi! Im looking for a job to help families out. I have my CNA license and am currently in nursing school. I have two years of experience working in a nursing home setting and hospital. Im very compassionate, creative, and dependable. I have my own car, non smoker, and am comfortable around pets. Please let me know if you have any...
Gabriella can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, live-in home care, errands, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
Ami O.
Springfield, MA
$30-50/hr • 10 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: Errands, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, live-in home care, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
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Recent live in caregiver reviews in Amherst, MA
Kristina S.
5.0
Kristina was a very kind, thorough, detail oriented, engaging careworker. She was patient with my mother who has Alzheimers and is a fall risk. Kristina was willing to learn techniques from the PT and OT and accepted and applied feedback and corrections. She kept my mother safe, clean and laughing..
- Care member
Sheileen T.
5.0
Hard worker and very caring. She puts her Heart into her work.
- Tracy P.
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.
Brenda C.
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 as what additional equipment we need...
- Juliana G.
Amanda H.
5.0
I don't know how else to describe Amanda other than a breath of fresh air. She came into our lives just as my father's life was ending, so it was a very emotional time. Her knowledge and skills (and delicious food) let us focus on spending time with my father rather than obsess over his care....
- Neela S.
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FAQs for finding live-in caregivers near you in Amherst, MA
How much do I pay a live-in caregiver near me in Amherst, MA?
The average rate for hiring a live-in caregiver near you in Amherst, MA is $22.50 per hour. It’s worth noting that this is just an average, and the cost of a live-in caregiver can vary based on their qualifications, their years of experience, and the unique type of care your loved one requires.
How can I find a live-in caregiver near me in Amherst, MA?
To start your search for a live-in caregiver near you on Care.com, sort caregiver profiles by distance from Amherst, MA or zip code. If you want to increase the amount of available options, you can expand your search radius. Then you can compare candidates by reading about their experience working with seniors, the type of caregiving services they provide, and their hourly rate.
How can I safely hire a live-in caregiver near me in Amherst, MA?
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What types of live-in care services are available near me in Amherst, MA?
There is no one-size-fits-all approach to live-in caregiver services. All clients have different needs and all caregivers feel comfortable offering specific services. Generally though, you can expect a live-in caregiver to help with cooking, cleaning, tasks that are difficult for the senior to manage, and transportation. It’s important to interview a few different candidates, when hiring a live-in caregiver near you in Amherst, MA to see what responsibilities they feel comfortable taking on and how their service offerings line up with your needs.
What questions should I ask when interviewing a live-in caregiver near me in Amherst, MA?
When it’s time to interview live-in caregivers near you in Amherst, MA, you’ll want to be ready with a list of interview questions you can ask them. You’ll want to start by asking them to tell you more about their work experience and qualifications. Then you can ask them what types of responsibilities they can take on. Don’t be afraid to tell them what you need, the point of an interview is to find out if they’re a good fit for your family.