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Angela P.
Latham, NY
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part Time Assistant Available For Home, Business, Child And Animal Care.
I am a hard working middle aged mother to a grown son who has spent a lifetime of performing professional cooking and cleaning jobs. I am very thorough, fast, efficient, reliable, and have a very strong work ethic, with equally strong time management skills. I can also perform a variety of personal assistant tasks, and I have a...
Jeanne P.
Latham, NY
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Need Help with Errands, Shopping or Assisting with the Home and Pets?
I am looking to help a family run a household. I have over 35 years experience as a wife and mother and recently a new Grammy . I am a savvy business person. I am an avid animal lover, have an excellent driving record, and lots of local families to provide great references. Some of my services include: shopping assistance...
Since I was 13 I have babysat for multiple families. I provide assistance around the household as well as child care. I absolutely love working with children, and would be interested in providing tutoring and cooking as part of my role. I recently graduated from The College of Saint Rose with a bachelor's degree in childhood and...
Molly can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
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: Errands, meal prep, transportation
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...
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: Respite care, visiting physician, live-in home care, hospice services, personal care, dementia & 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
(8)
I am a Pca, Cna and residential counselor with over 16 years of experience. I provide my individuals with assistance in their activities of their daily living and I also am medication certified so I can assist with medicine management and appointments etc. I love what I do, it gives me great joy and fulfillment to help others...
Akosua can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, companionship, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"She was very dependable a very hard dedicated employee."
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: Hospice services, home modification, dementia, errands, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Aida is a very friendly and caring person. She always performed her duties on her shift."
Lynn S.
Janelle W.
Troy, NY
$45/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
EDUCATION - TRAINING
2022 Personal Care Aide (PCA),
2020 Troy High School, Troy, NY
CARE HISTORY
May 2022 - Present
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Trainee
I finished my clinical hours - still need to take Prometric exam, will update bio upon completion
Responsibilities: Bathing residents, Answering call lights, Grooming...
Janelle can also help with: Hospice services, personal care, dementia, mobility assistance
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Janelle has been kind, gentle, patient and compassionate with my frail husband. She knows how to protect him from falling and help with his personal care in a way that respects his dignity and privacy. Moreover, she is highly reliable.
"
Micki F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 18 plus years experience as a caregiver. While providing quality care in all settings. I have had the opportunity to assist in providing care to various populations: Alzheimer, Lewy Body Dementia, Parkinson Disease, disabilities that are classified under the OPWDD umbrella. Additionally, I have provided tracheotomy care...
Leslie can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, errands, companionship, hospice services, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Leslie was amazing! She cared for my father for a week until he passed away and in that time she became family. He was very medically complex and she handled it all so well. She was so attentive to my father and always went above and beyond. She even came over on a...
Colleen K.
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: Light cleaning, mobility assistance, meal prep, errands, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
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...
Hilary B.
5.0
(13)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I would love to be your caregiver.
I specialize in Alzheimer's care. Having worked in nursing homes, a traumatic brain injury facility, and private care for a total of 22 years. I find I most enjoy caring for elderly people one on one in their own home.
For the past seven years I have worked with a variety of families...
Rhonda can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands, companionship, hospice services, dementia & more
5.0
"Rhonda is the best.when she comes in the house she is very cheerful
When I first met her I thought she was a lifelong friend and she treated her client very well and they were always laughing and cheerful."
Francis F.
Ellie L.
Clifton Park, NY
$15-27/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Caregiver Also For Children With Special Needs
4.8
(5)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
As a nanny, I have 11+ years experience in childcare for infants up through adolescence to early teens. In the past, I have performed light duties, ran errands, personal care responsibilities, and was First Aid/CPR certified. I also have experience with special needs children. I enjoy working with infants, toddlers and...
Ellie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Ellie is a wonderful babysitter. She is very caring and loves keeping our children engaged.
She is very responsive and keeps us informed about their day.
I would absolutely recommend Ellie as a babysitter / nanny.
"
Kadan S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have had 17 years of professional diverse HHA/ PCA experience working through a few agencies as well as several years of caring for private clients & my immediate family members. I also learn from them and enjoy making their life more comfortable by meeting their personal needs which include the following: Personal care,...
Ann can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, companionship, errands, mobility assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Extremely professional, capable and compassionate. Excellent choice."
Orest B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I did home health care years ago and enjoyed helping out the elderly. I also did some housekeeping to assist a lady who was unable to do it herself. I am a foster parent, and helping others is what I like to do best. I am going to be honest! I have been out of the workforce for 5 years! We as a family decided it would be best....
John can also help with: Personal care, light cleaning, errands, companionship, transportation
5.0
"John has been a great help to me at a very critical time.He has gone out of his way to make sure that I have what I need.Very polite and considerate,he has been a friend."
Timothy H.
Alicia B.
Guilderland, NY
$20-28/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hello! My name is Alicia , I went to college and received my bachelors in Childhood Education with a concentration in Mathematics as well as my masters in Special Education from Buffalo State College. I am a very outgoing and active person. While I attended Buffalo State College, I played on the girls basketball team for all...
Alicia can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Alicia is one of my very close friends. I've known her for about 8 years! We played basketball together for the Buffalo State Woman's team! She loves working with children and you can tell she has a passion for it! She is a teacher and she took such an interest in...
Courtney G.
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: Companionship, light cleaning, meal prep, respite care, errands, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"She learned the patient (my aunt) quickly. Cared and showed empathy and effort above the call. "
Care member
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: Transportation, companionship, dementia, errands
5.0
"Very caring toward elderly patients . Reliable and knowledgeable . Always carries a professional demeanor/ competent."
Michele S.
Motunrayo A.
Schenectady, NY
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
I am a compassionate and skilled Senior Caregiver with over 5 years of experience in providing high-quality care to seniors. Certified in CPR and First Aid, with expertise in vital signs monitoring, sugar checkups, and daily living assistance. While I do not drive, I have reliable alternative transportation arrangements that...
Motunrayo can also help with: Errands, home modification, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, companionship & more
5.0
"Mo has been a true blessing for our family. From the moment she began caring for our mom, it was clear that she was not just skilled, but deeply compassionate and attentive. She consistently demonstrated patience, understanding, and empathy in every interaction,...
Care member
I worked in an assisted living home experience with medications and patient care, Im a very responsible woman.
Suyapa can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
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Recent personal assistant reviews in Latham, NY
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
Akosua D.
5.0
She was very dependable a very hard dedicated employee.
- 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.
Janelle W.
5.0
Janelle has been kind, gentle, patient and compassionate with my frail husband. She knows how to protect him from falling and help with his personal care in a way that respects his dignity and privacy. Moreover, she is highly reliable.
- Micki F.
Leslie D.
5.0
Leslie was amazing! She cared for my father for a week until he passed away and in that time she became family. He was very medically complex and she handled it all so well. She was so attentive to my father and always went above and beyond. She even came over on a non work day and helped me move...
- Colleen K.
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FAQs for finding personal assistants in Latham
In 2025, how much does it cost to hire a personal assistant in Latham, NY?
The average rate for hiring a personal assistant in Latham, NY on Care.com as of January, 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 Latham?
Care.com has 5 personal assistants in Latham, 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 Latham 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 Latham?
Most personal assistants in Latham, 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 Latham. Additionally, some personal assistants are okay with performing pet care or even light housekeeping duties, but these duties are less common.