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60 personal assistants are listed in Columbia, CT
The average rate is $23/hr as of November 2024
The average years of experience for personal assistants is 8 years
Personal assistants in Columbia, CT
Natalia B.
Columbia, CT
$21-35/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, errands, hospice services, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as energetic, focused & accomodating.
I like caring for homes because of the amazing connections I've made, as well as the rewarding results for my clients.
I'm looking for a job that can range from general maintenance cleaning, to deep cleaning & organization. I find challenging jobs very...
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.
Hi! My name is Maggie and I am a law student at UConn! For the past two years, I have also worked as a legal assistant in a personal injury law firm.
Additionally, I worked as a Teaching Assistant in College English for two years at Eastern Connecticut State University! I loved working with all the students and seeing their...
I am a senior at the University of Connecticut, pursuing a career as an Occupational Therapist. I have worked as a Personal Care Assistant for a woman with a rare form of Ataxia, which has deepened my compassion and hands-on experience in caregiving. In addition to my passion for helping others, I'm highly skilled in the kitchen...
Alina can also help with: Errands, transportation, meal prep, light cleaning
I am a senior at the University of Connecticut, pursuing a career as an Occupational Therapist with a focus on children from birth to age three. My love for working with children began 4 years ago when I started babysitting, and it has only grown since. I also work as a Personal Care Assistant for a woman with a rare form of...
Alina can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
I'd describe my personality as friendly, loving, go with the flow, I like working with kids because each relationship you develop with children is special and unique, but always rewarding. Plus it's just good fun!
I started working with kids when I was still a kid myself. My first job was at 11 yo as mothers helper for a...
Maria F.
Willimantic, CT
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! Thank you for viewing my profile! My name is Maria, 20 years old.
I'd describe my personality as ambitious, empathetic, and honest.
I like working with kids because they're playful and enthusiastic. It's a chance to be more creative and have fun. There's always a new skill or new information for children to learn. I like...
Maria can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
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.
4.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
30 years of experience and dedication providing a wide variety of health aid services. Proven expertise providing geriatric care, as well as care to those with physical and mental disabilities. Care and personal references supplied upon request. I have clean background and motor vehicle history. Looking forward to hearing from...
Pamela can also help with: Personal care, respite care, dementia, hospice services, home modification
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Pamela has been a caregiver for my mother for many years. In addition to being my mom's main caregiver, she has become remarkably close to our family. My mom is disabled and in wheelchair. Pam helps my mom with daily hygiene items such as showering and toileting...
Robert G.
Vanessa B.
Ellington, CT
$25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a very creative and cheerful person! I'm an ex au pair for the same family for 2 years and I took care of two girls, 5 and 9 yo today. We loved doing crafts, dancing... any kind of party . The little one learned to read and math (+ and -) with me so I'm very proud of myself because my first language is Portuguese. In my...
Vanessa can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Vanessa is one of the most caring people that I know. She's kind, attentive, respectful, and most importantly responsible. She always goes the extra mile to get the job done right. I would confidently recommend her to anyone looking for child care services."
Tim C.
Zejna K.
Wethersfield, CT
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Certified Nurse Assistant Available For Senior Caregiving, Housekeeping And Pet Caring. Full Or Part
4.3
(10)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Passionate, loving and caring with 7 years of experience working with senior clients at four different locations including homecare (several clients), hospitals (Hartford Hospital) and nursing homes (Hughes Health, Avon Healthcare and Alexandria Manor).
Skills:
Vital signs: temp, blood pressure, pulses and respiration....
Zejna can also help with: Dementia, errands, personal care, visiting physician, transportation, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Zejna is dependable, compassionate and has patience and professional care for her clients. Highly recommend!"
Jennifer S.
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: Live-in home care, hospice services, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Miss Joyce is very passionate about her work and dedicated to her clients."
Bernice A.
5.0
(1)
Personality, honest, creative, ambitious
I like working with kids because they keep you on your feet. I love seeing there faces light up when they learn new things. I've worked with children over 10 years in windsor public schools.
I'm looking for a job that's flexible and will let me bring my child with me.
I started...
Nekea can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
Early Education
5.0
"Nekea J. Is an incredibly compassionate and sincere person that takes pride on her work. She is always willing to go the extra mile and provide daughter-like care for her clients. I recommend her completely."
Care member
Naomi P.
Manchester, CT
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(8)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
iam very reliable person very energetic positive attitude a mother . I have work in assisted living for 15 years in group homes and one on one in a client house.
Naomi can also help with: Dementia, companionship, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, hospice services & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Naomi was a good companion for my mother. Very reliable, good sense of humor. There is nothing to improve. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Experienced educated professional available for caregiving positions. I have experience with all ages & special needs individuals. I have over 15 years experience providing all levels of care for individuals from birth till advanced stages of life. I have experience from School Readiness Programs to group homes with individuals...
Heather can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"Heather is a very kind and compassionate person, our Family fell in love with her immediately! I admire her energy and passion for life!"
Erica H.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Friendly, energetic and conscientious caregiver with nine years experience in dementia and elder care (long term with three families) Assists with day to day care and activities to provide a pleasant and safe environment. Offering assistance with personal activities, meal prep, light housekeeping, transportation and medication...
Courtney can also help with: Errands, respite care, dementia, transportation, light cleaning, meal prep & more
5.0
"Courtney has been helping care for our 88 yr old mom . She helps with daily bathing / dressing , meal prep , light house hold chores. She is kind , professional , caring and has a lot of experience working with elderly . My mom really enjoys Courtney's help and...
Veronica G.
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: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Early Education
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.
4.7
(13)
Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood
I do personal care, Daytime, overnights shifts, live in, companion care , light house Keeping, hospice care, Supervising. I assist with bathing, feeding, errands, I love to make meals with my clients and help my client stay active. I help my clients to stay as much independent. I have a valid drivers license and my own car to...
Phidoes can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, errands, companionship, dementia, home modification & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Ignore the one negative comment online. No way that reflect this kindhearted, magnificent caretaker I had the pleasure of hiring. From her punctual timing to her and always willing to go the extra step. Anyone would be thrilled and grateful for the care and...
Care member
4.9
(7)
Hi! I am a very reliable, compassionate. I have 16 years of experience as Certified Nurse Assistant caring for elderly patients. I have nursing homes experiences, home care experiences and now I'm working at the hospital for more than 3 years and I'm C. P. R certified. I'm fully vaccinated and living in a COVID 19 free house. I...
Virginie can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, companionship, personal care, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Responsible, punctual, never been late, you can trust Virginie ."
Mohamed B.
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Recent personal assistant reviews in Columbia, CT
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.
Pamela S.
5.0
Pam has been so caring with my dad and we deeply appreciate her hard work, kindness and patience with all of us!
- Karen G.
Vanessa B.
5.0
So I needed my house cleaned fairly quickly as my last cleaner was let go. Vanessa came by, assessed my home and gave me (what I thought was) a fair price. She came back the following week and cleaned my house from top to bottom. It was by far the BEST cleaning my house had since I had been here...
- Sequilla C.
Zejna K.
5.0
There are not enough words to express my gratitude for all that Zejna has done for my uncle and his partner. Originally she was hired to do some light housework, errands, take my uncle to the doctor, and be companion. As the time went on, so did my uncle's needs and Zejna's hours were extended....
- Susan E.
Joyce A.
5.0
Miss Joyce is very passionate about her work and dedicated to her clients.
- Bernice A.
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FAQs for finding personal assistants in Columbia
In 2024, how much does it cost to hire a personal assistant in Columbia, CT?
The average rate for hiring a personal assistant in Columbia, CT on Care.com as of November, 2024 is $23.67 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 Columbia?
Care.com has 3 personal assistants in Columbia, 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 Columbia 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 Columbia?
Most personal assistants in Columbia, 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 Columbia. Additionally, some personal assistants are okay with performing pet care or even light housekeeping duties, but these duties are less common.