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60 personal assistants are listed in Albany, NY
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby personal assistants is 7 years
Personal assistants in Albany, NY
With years of experience providing attentive and empathetic care for seniors, I offer companionship, assistance with daily activities, and a dedicated approach to ensure comfort, safety, and well-being. I take pride in building meaningful connections and delivering personalized care tailored to each individual's needs.
Meghan can also help with: Transportation, errands, meal prep
Sara S.
Watervliet, NY
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Amazing Caregiver With Many Years Of Experience To Care For Your Loved One
I have been taking care of the elderly since 2007. I am currently a nursing student providing care to the elderly in a long term care facility. I have experience in bathing, housekeeping, laundry, shopping, I am also a personal care aide CERTIFIED and a certified medical assistant
I'd describe my personality as strong,...
Sara can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
I am often told that I am a natural caregiver. Sometimes I think I should have gone into nursing instead of business. I truly thrive on compassion and caring and I am very patient. Most recently I cared for my 92-year-old grandfather with dementia and before, during and after his major ostomy surgery which he had twice. I was...
Hello, my name is Julia! I am a current stay at home mom looking at getting back into childcare. I have 10+ years of experience working with children both personally and professionally. Along with working with children for my whole career I have a Bachelors Degree in Psychology from Clarkson University (which heavily consisted...
Julia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
My name is Diamond and I been in the healthcare field for 5 years now . I worked with people with disabilities and I also worked with people with dementia in a assistant living I currently still work with assistant living . I cook I clean have a great personality get along with every one I come across. Very professional great...
Diamond can also help with: Light cleaning, mobility assistance, dementia, meal prep, companionship, errands & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Deborah M.
Delmar, NY
$19-24/hr
As a personal care assistant and a home health aide working in peoples homes one of my jobs was to help clean. I have had over 20 years working in the healthcare field.
Deborah can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, organization, carpet cleaning, changing bed linens, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning & more
Great with assisting in many types of care. I've worked as a health aide in home for suffering from a disease common with the elderly (I won't share medical or personal info).
Kelsey can also help with: Personal care, dementia, hospice services
Laura A.
Cohoes, NY
$16-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Compassionate and dedicated caregiver with years of experience supporting individuals of all ages, including those with developmental disabilities, Alzheimer's, and seniors in need of extra care. I specialize in providing personalized, hands-on assistance with daily activities, meal preparation, medication management, and...
Laura can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, transportation, live-in home care, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Kiran G.
Cohoes, NY
$25-50/hr
Although new to professional caregiving, I have a deep-rooted passion for supporting and connecting with elderly individuals, shaped by my experiences growing up with my grandparents. I have gained firsthand insight into the importance of compassion and attentive care through my time spent with them. I am eager to bring this...
Kiran can also help with: Transportation, errands, meal prep, light cleaning
I'd describe my personality as very considerate, compassionate, adaptable, trustworthy.
I like caring for seniors because it makes my heart smile to make them feel good and know they still matter and it's okay to get the help that you need, it does not make them less of a person.
I'm looking for a job that I can work during...
Danaisha can also help with: Transportation, errands, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
2.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi nice to meet you ! I am a 24-year-old certified Pca & Dsp worker. Very reliable, patient , and creative person who has 6 years of experience in caring for the elderly and disabled. With me your loved ones will receive appropriate care. With all my skills and experience I am able to provide a loving, safe, and stable...
Asia can also help with: Mobility assistance, companionship, meal prep, live-in home care, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
3.0
"Asia was a good care giver and very attentive. She did have a lot of schedule conflicts but we really enjoyed her companionship. "
Jen F.
Wysteria B.
Selkirk, NY
$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello! I'm a compassionate and optimistic mother of two wonderful children, ages five and seven, who are on the autism spectrum. I am patient, kind, loving, and understanding. I am dedicated to offering companionship and services aimed at enhancing the well-being and comfort of your loved ones. I will provide compassionate...
Wysteria can also help with: Hospice services, errands, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, respite care & more
Skills:
CNA
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Cait. I am looking to babysit regularly or occasionally for families on Saturday's. Thanks for considering me!
Specialty toddlers and infants. Easy going and entertaining personality. Professionally mature with a child psychology background. My favorite activities to engage children include outside time, reading, fine...
Caitlin can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
With over 10 years of experience as a dedicated caregiver, I have developed a deep passion for providing compassionate and personalized care to individuals in need.
My background includes assisting clients with daily living activities, such as bathing, dressing, meal preparation, and medication management, while fostering a...
Umayma can also help with: Meal prep, respite care, light cleaning, home modification, mobility assistance
5.0
(1)
CNA for 22 years. Experience in geriatrics, dementia care, long term care, physical rehabilitation, pediactric and adult ventilators and traumatic brain injury care. I have a Bachelors in Healthcare Management and also NYS Real Estate Sales person license. Currently, I work full time in providing private in home care for elders...
Shanaleha can also help with: Personal care, respite care, hospice services, dementia, live-in home care, visiting physician & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Shana is experienced, totally dependable, highly intelligent, has a charming personality, is stimulating company, has excellent judgment. We feel fortunate she was on my husband's care team for years, and now on mine as well."
Care member
5.0
(11)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Home Care services. Duties included assisting with (ADL) including personal care, hygiene, baths back rubs, shampoo, skin and nail care, dressing, exercises, ambulation and changing / making bed, meal prep, light housekeeping, med reminders, incontinence...
Aida can also help with: Dementia, errands, hospice services, companionship, light cleaning, home modification & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Aida is hard working, and she goes above and beyond to give the best care for your loved one. "
Care member
Joshua R.
Ballston Lake, NY
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
LPN Looking For Part-time Work. I'm Very Energetic, Positive, And Looking For Part-time Work.
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Josh. I've been in healthcare since I was 18yrs old! I currently work in a long-term care facility called the Eddy Village Green, full time, 12hr shifts! I'm looking for whatever really! I'm very skilled as a nurse, and I'm not afraid to get my hands dirty!!! I'm a bright, fun-spirited person with an awesome...
Joshua can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
Licensed Nurse
5.0
"Joshua is a caring compassionate man who you don't need to worry about stealing your stuff. Joshua has such a positive and upbeat personality. He always makes things fun. He's a rare gem whose meant to work I. This field, he was born for it. Having Joshua as a care...
Kristin C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi. My name is Kathleen E.
I have been caring for Seniors with Dementia for over 30 yrs., including my own Parents and my Maternal Grandmother. I started out as a CNA working in skilled nursing facilities, retirement communities and caring for Seniors in their own individual homes. After I got married, I took a break from my...
Kathleen can also help with: Dementia, mobility assistance, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Kathleen took care of my mother when we were in a pinch. My mother wasn't responding well to her medical treatments and I do not live near her so I was in a difficult situation. Kathleen did a wonderful job making her feel cared for and comfortable which was...
Cherisse D.
5.0
(10)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have over 25 years of care giving experience. I cared for a family member who was very ill . So I began caring for seniors with Alzheimer's, Dementia, Congestive heart failure and also Parkinson's. My responsibilities include companionship, personal care, making sure medicines are taken, assisting with dressing, meal...
Wendy can also help with: Errands, dementia, companionship, transportation
5.0
"Wendy is one of the most reliable kind honest people I know- She has been with our family for almost a year now and I don't know a better person to have helping with the care of my dad - You would be lucky to have her be a part of your family."
Susan B.
Angelina L.
Schenectady, NY
$15-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I'd describe my personality as kind, caring, compassionate
I like caring for seniors because I enjoy helping others.
One thing you should know about me is that I am dedicated and hard working.
My skills include... cleaning, cooking, assistance with hygiene, medication, errands
Angelina can also help with: Mobility assistance, respite care, companionship, light cleaning, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"She learned the patient (my aunt) quickly. Cared and showed empathy and effort above the call. "
Care member
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Recent personal assistant reviews in Albany, NY
Asia J.
3.0
Asia was a good care giver and very attentive. She did have a lot of schedule conflicts but we really enjoyed her companionship.
- Jen F.
Shanaleha L.
5.0
Shana is experienced, totally dependable, highly intelligent, has a charming personality, is stimulating company, has excellent judgment. We feel fortunate she was on my husband's care team for years, and now on mine as well.
- Care member
Aida B.
5.0
Aida cared for our 100 year old mother during both day and night shifts, during her last 6 weeks before she passed. She is very attentive, compassionate and professional. She is very hardworking and was always looking for additional things she could do to help us. Very reliable and always showed...
- Mary B.
Joshua R.
5.0
Joshua is a caring compassionate man who you don't need to worry about stealing your stuff. Joshua has such a positive and upbeat personality. He always makes things fun. He's a rare gem whose meant to work I. This field, he was born for it. Having Joshua as a care giving is such a blessing.
- Kristin C.
Kathleen E.
5.0
When my mother was living on her own at Coburg Village I hired Kat to come in a few days a week to make her breakfast and ensure that she took her medication. Kat is compassionate by nature and always positive about things. Caring for the elderly is obviously her personal calling. It was great for...
- Hilary B.
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FAQs for finding personal assistants in Albany
In 2025, how much does it cost to hire a personal assistant in Albany, NY?
The average rate for hiring a personal assistant in Albany, NY on Care.com as of February, 2025 is $21.00 per hour. The cost may fluctuate depending on the type of service you need assistance with and how frequently.
How can I find a good personal assistant near me in Albany?
Care.com has 29 personal assistants in Albany, NY. To start the search process, you will first need to create an account by answering a few simple questions to find the personal assistant services that match your needs. You will then have the option to either post a job and receive applications from candidates, or search for personal assistants directly on the platform. You can filter results by distance from Albany or hourly rate, and then compare the assistants' skills and services they offer. After selecting a few candidates, you can schedule interviews, check references and hire the personal assistant that best fits your needs.
What services can a personal assistant provide in Albany?
Most personal assistants in Albany, NY can help families with a combination of general errands, shopping, organizing events and managing a parent's schedule. Personal assistants typically do not provide child care services, but they can help by driving kids to and from school or other activities around Albany. Additionally, some personal assistants are okay with performing pet care or even light housekeeping duties, but these duties are less common.
Ratings for Albany, NY personal assistants listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Personal Assistants in Albany, NY are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews of the 60 listed personal assistants.