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Kimberly G.
Canterbury, CT
$22-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
I have years of experience, caring for my two elderly parents. One of which is an amputee in a wheelchair with limited mobility. I am familiar with using a gait belt to assist in safely transferring your loved one. I am also familiar with dementia due to having a parent whom suffered from this disease. I'm able to do light...
Kimberly can also help with: Dementia, companionship, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
My experience comes from my personal real life experiences. There have been times in life when I needed a little help just to take the load off of me. If you need help with errands, I'm available to assist.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I have an extensive background in caring for the elderly who have various health conditions including dementia/memory care. I have always been a provider of exceptional and compassionate care. I am a nursing assistant and care for those who are sick and in hospice. I have 25+ years of experience working in memory...
Naomie can also help with: Hospice services, errands, light cleaning, dementia, live-in home care, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Brandy P.
Danielson, CT
$17-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I started caring for seniors 14 years ago as a PCA, I worked 2 years as a CNA in a nursing home but I prefer home care the one on one personal care I feel I make more of a difference.
I have worked with a wide range of clients
helping with simple home tasks med reminders meal prep, errands,, appointments as well as more hands...
Brandy can also help with: Mobility assistance, errands, light cleaning, companionship, dementia, meal prep & more
Stacey T.
Baltic, CT
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
I am a Certified Medical Assistant and was a CNA for 7 years. I do medicine reminders, prepare light meals, help with grooming and bathing, do light housework (sweep, mop floors, laundry, dishes, etc).
I'd describe my personality as caring, gentle and patient.
I like caring for seniors because I love to hear about their...
Stacey can also help with: Errands, meal prep, home modification, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Savannah C.
Pomfret Center, CT
$18-45/hr • 9 yrs exp
Outgoing, Good With Children, Personable, Patient, And Creative
5.0
(2)
Hi I'm Savannah and I'm a 2019 high school graduate. I've just returned from living in the UK for 6 months working as an Au Pair! I currently work at a daycare as the head preschool teacher and was the head infant teacher before I made my move to the UK. I've worked there for 3 years :)
I started working with children at a young...
Savannah can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Savannah is a close family friend who has cared for my daughter multiple times. She is amazing with my daughter! My daughter loved her every time she would care for her and never wanted her to leave. She is amazing with children. She played with my daughter,...
Chelsie F.
Sarah B.
Norwich, CT
$36/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked with children of all ages since I was about 12 years old. I come from a large family and began baby-sitting young. I have started for my associates in early childhood education and am CPR First Aid and CT medication administration certified.
The past six years I have worked in group homes with mentally and a...
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Sarah cares for our two year and 10 month old boys as if they were her own. She puts them down for naps, cuddles, and read books. She makes them lunches and bottles, is super helpful with potty training and picking up after them. I could go on and on, we just...
Matthew D.
5.0
(3)
I have been a care giver for the past 15 years without any issues. I assist with personal care each as bathing, feeding, dressing, cooking and so on as it has to do with their needs. I love doing this job because, I have a good sense of helping the needy or the elderly who can not help or support themselves.
Joyce can also help with: Hospice services, personal care, live-in home care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Joyce is very hard working and respectable woman who takes her job very serious. She is dependable, caring, loving, down to earth and very punctual."
Hannah S.
Hello there , My name is Shannon . I hope that that your well ! I am an honest , trustworthy, responsible, patient, punctual woman with over 15 years experience as a caretaker . I have worked with both ambulatory and non ambulatory folks of all ages with all activities of daily living , I can help out with all and any personal...
Shannon can also help with: Errands, meal prep, dementia, live-in home care, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Speshell W.
Norwich, CT
$25-34/hr • 3 yrs exp
Dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant With A Focus On Providing Compassionate Care.
Compassionate an dedicated personal caregiver . I have 5+ years of experience providing exceptional care to my elderly clients . Skilled in assisting with daily living activities, light housekeeping, and companionship. Strong communication and interpersonal abilities with a genuine passion for improving the quality of life for...
Speshell can also help with: General room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning
I have several years of experience working with individuals with special needs. I have worked as a paraprofessional in a school setting, worked as a Personal Care Assistant, and currently work as a social worker with adults with developmental disabilities.
I'd describe my personality as driven, flexible, and passionate
I'm looking for a job that allows me to make a positive impact on others' lives, particularly by providing care and support to seniors. I'm eager to use my skills and passion for helping others in a meaningful and fulfilling role, where I can continue to grow...
Alexis can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship
Skills:
CPR
Brielle G.
Coventry, RI
$25-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Brielle. I have 7 years of experience as a CNA and I LOVE what I do. I started working in geriatrics after caring for my own grandparents at the end of their lives. I've always felt our voices are sometimes heard less as we age and we all deserve to be heard and cared for. I truly have a passion for what I do and...
Brielle can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, dementia, errands, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Wound Care
I have over 15 years experience providing all levels of care for individuals from birth till advanced stages of life. I've worked in group homes with individuals requiring a large spectrum of assistance from personal care, maintaining their living space, errands, appointments, medication management & community outings . I'm...
Heather can also help with: Errands, dementia, light cleaning, transportation, meal prep
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Natalia and I have a passion for providing compassionate care for elderly individuals. With 20 years of experience, I am confident in my ability to meet the unique needs of each person I work with. From assisting with daily activities such as showering, dressing, and feeding, to ensuring medications are administered...
5.0
"Nataliya worked as a caregiver for my mother from 2019 until her recent death at age 97 this Jan 2024. Nataliya is a compassionate and skilled caregiver who engaged lovingly with my mother. She has good judgement and makes sound decisions. She was keenly...
Alison H.
Christine C.
Coventry, RI
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a certified nursing assistant and have been licensed for 20+ years. I am experienced in all aspects of home care as well as Facility in private duty.
As a caregiver/companion I would assist your loved ones with personal care, dressing, meal prep, cooking, housekeeping, groceries/errands as well as medication reminders. I...
Christine can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
Natalia B.
Columbia, CT
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Personal Care Assistant with 18+ years of experience in direct patient care in assisted living. Help with activities of daily living, including bathing, transferring, and meal preparation. Passionate about helping senior citizens engage with their community and maintain an active lifestyle. Courteous, patient, and adaptable to...
Natalia can also help with: Companionship, dementia, hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Christie C.
Chaplin, CT
$19-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have over three years experience providing companionship and personal care to seniors. I also worked for four years with a middle-aged gentleman who has a Traumatic Brain Injury. My responsibilities for this position included medication prompts, meal preparation, light housekeeping, and participation in leisure activities. In...
Christie can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, mobility assistance, meal prep, personal care, companionship & more
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a mother of one and grandmother of two. I have worked as a professional nanny for many years after working as a legal assistant. I have had many long-term positions - newborns, twin infants, toddler/preschool, school-age and special needs; I am blessed to still see the former families.
I am CPR/First Aid/AED certified (a...
Joann can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Amy K.
West Greenwich, RI
$20/hr • 4 yrs exp
Certified Nursing Assistant/HomeCare Provider/and Expereinced Housekeeper
Looking for housekeeping jobs on the side right now. I am a Cardio Phlebotomist and looking for extra income while my husband pursues his education.
*Certified Nursing Assistant 6 years
*Certified in CPR/AED *Current Lic
*Experienced Housekeeper 20 years
*Has own
*Skilled in cooking, home organization, and upkeep.
*Comfortble...
Amy can also help with: General room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, organization, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens
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Recent personal assistant reviews in Canterbury, CT
Savannah C.
5.0
Savannah is a close family friend who has cared for my daughter multiple times. She is amazing with my daughter! My daughter loved her every time she would care for her and never wanted her to leave. She is amazing with children. She played with my daughter, fed my daughter dinner and was even...
- Chelsie F.
Sarah B.
5.0
Sarah is the current full-time nanny for my 2-year-old daughter and she has become like family for us. She is looking to take on another child / children and anybody would be lucky to have her. She has taken care of my daughter like her own and I could not ask for a better nanny.
- Haley L.
Joyce A.
5.0
Miss Joyce is very passionate about her work and dedicated to her clients.
- Bernice A.
Nataliya V.
5.0
Nataliya worked as a caregiver for my mother from 2019 until her recent death at age 97 this Jan 2024. Nataliya is a compassionate and skilled caregiver who engaged lovingly with my mother. She has good judgement and makes sound decisions. She was keenly observant of my mother's condition and both...
- Alison H.
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FAQs for finding personal assistants in Canterbury
In 2025, how much does it cost to hire a personal assistant in Canterbury, CT?
The average rate for hiring a personal assistant in Canterbury, CT on Care.com as of February, 2025 is $22.00 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 Canterbury?
Care.com has 1 personal assistants in Canterbury, CT. 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 Canterbury 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 Canterbury?
Most personal assistants in Canterbury, CT 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 Canterbury. Additionally, some personal assistants are okay with performing pet care or even light housekeeping duties, but these duties are less common.