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5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a 50-year-old mother of two grown children. Prior to home care, I worked as a medical assistant in a cardiologist's office for five years. I took care of my mother, who was battling cancer, for two years before her passing.
Since starting home care eight plus years ago, I have worked with six families. My duties have...
Patricia can also help with: Personal care, dementia, visiting physician
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Wound Care
5.0
"Patty is such a nurturer. She truly cares about each and every individuals welfare.
She has the ability to wrap her arms around
you. Her sensitive, caring ways consistently
shine through.
Patty is the one you want by you in challenging times. She knows how...
Debora P.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Kathy, AKA Nanny to my four wonderful grandchildren, a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse since 1975. Over my career I have had the pleasure of working in different areas of nursing. The majority has been managing the medical departments of some of the very best Assisted Living Communities on Long Island and in...
Kathleen can also help with: Hospice services, personal care, visiting physician, respite care, dementia, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
5.0
"She was great. We needed help for a wedding out of town. She met us at the hotel and stayed the whole day allowing everyone to enjoy the time. Super helpful. "
Kelly H.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello. My name is Ellen and I am a caregiver residing in Massapequa, New York. I have been working under Care. com for over 10 years. The women whom I have cared for were not only seen as women I worked for, but we (and their families) became close over the years. Work was not seen as work. The assistance and companionship I...
Ellen can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, mobility assistance, meal prep, companionship, errands & more
5.0
"Ellen shows compassion and patience for those that she is assisting. Your family member would be in great, honest hands"
Care member
4.8
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I've been a caregiver for 12 years, and love giving the best care to my patients, I also enjoy talking to them and making them very comfortable. I became a caregiver because I like to help and encourage the elderly. I'm an honest, loving and caring person. It gives me a great satisfaction to know that I'm helping my client. I'm...
Elka can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, live-in home care, companionship, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Elka is a hard and reliable worker.
She has care for my aunt before she past. She has a very caring spirit. I highly recommend her.
By any means necessary..."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hello, my name is Monike, and I am 32. I have been in the health field for over a decade. I have my Master's in Social Work and a BA in gerontology (studying aging adults). I have worked in home care(IRA, ICFs) and other respected institutions on the providing service and administrative side. Caring for loved ones is a noble act...
Monike can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I would highly recommend Monike she takes care of her clients like they're her own family. She has a great team they go above and beyond to make sure that their clients needs are being met. Extremely passionate, reliable and takes pride in their work."
Josanne C.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a skilled Nursing Assistant, with more than 25 years of experience.
Over the years I performed different duties in the Healthcare Industry, including taking care of clients with Alzheimers / Dementia and special needs.
I also have experience with administering and managing medications.
I am an outstanding multitasker and...
Marcelle can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, live-in home care, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"The level of care that Marcelle provided to our father is unmatched. She managed to bring a smile to his face every day despite his illness. That was no easy feat. Personal cleanliness was of the utmost importance to him and Marcelle executed it with the utmost...
Nadia A.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a flexible and really social person. I am good at understanding children' s problems and wishes. I think the kids will be busy with me all the time because I am a really active person. Most of their time will be filled either with learning or different games. I am kind, curious, and get along with people with ease. I try to...
Alicia can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Alicia was a very responsible worker she was sweet with a great way of work methods I would recommend her!"
Biany C.
Rosaria C.
Oceanside, NY
$25-32/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a fun loving caring woman who truly understands how compassion and love are essential key points in a life of a person with a disability or dementia. My personal experience as a mom of a child with a disability and a recreational assistant in a nursing home has allowed me to connect with the people I work with in a very...
Rosaria can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, mobility assistance, meal prep, companionship, errands & more
5.0
"Rosaria is currently helping with my parents. My mom has dementia and needs personal care, grooming and assistance with daily activities. Rosaria is caring and patient."
Elizabeth M.
5.0
(2)
An experienced child care provider enjoys working with newborns, infants, and toddlers to 9 years old. A responsible, punctual, reliable, and cheerful person with excellent interpersonal skills. A proven record of being patient, nurturing, and caring for children through all milestones and phases of growth. The satisfaction of...
Carol can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Carol is easy to be around, incredibly hard working, and truly cares about the family she works with. She is always on time and takes pride in everything she does. She was wonderful with my son for the two years she worked with us and I recommend her...
Lauren R.
Uliana S.
Copiague, NY
$20-45/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hard Working Housekeeper With 6 Years Of Cleaning Experience
5.0
(5)
Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood
My name is Uliana . I am writing to offer my cleaning services for your home or business. With 9 years of experience as a cleaning person, I am dedicated to providing a thorough and professional cleaning service. I have a keen eye for detail, am efficient in my work, and am committed to ensuring a clean and safe environment for...
Uliana can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, carpet cleaning, dusting, changing bed linens, basement cleaning, cabinet cleaning & more
5.0
"Very caring and dependable! Highly Recommended"
Andy L.
4.7
(3)
Ive been taking care of people from infants until 94/95yrs old. I am a Certified Nursing Assistant. I have 25 years experience. I do it all, bathing, dressing, toileting, adult diapers, oral care, manicures, pedicures when we meet and talk we can discuss with more detail. I am very personable with a sense of humor, I enjoy...
Tracy can also help with: Personal care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Tracy is woman who has been in the field for many years. She came recommended to me by a great friend of mine. Tracy was the caregiver for my grandma & she nursed her back to the health point where we no longer needed her help. My grandma is healthy & well because...
Jodi M.
Fernande C.
Lindenhurst, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm nursing assistant I been working as an aide over 15 years I'm a loving caring person I have a clean driving record I never had any suspended license or I never have any problem with my job or my private clients I love been an aide
Fernande can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Fern has been working with my mom for about a month now. She is beyond amazing !!!! My mom has severe Alzheimer's and mobility issues. She is kind , Patient , loving and treats her like her own family. We love her and so grateful to have found her . "
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Reliable and compassionate . Certified Nursing Assistant and HHA with 10 +years of experience working with seniors with Dementia,
Medication management
Hoyer Lift
Personal care
Meal preparation
Transfers
Wheelchair
Oxygen machine
Groceries
Transportation
Dr. Visits
Social events
Keep the patient active if...
Stella can also help with: Live-in home care, respite care, dementia, personal care
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Ruth has great judgement regarding our kids and she gets along with them very well. We are very happy we met Ruth and she truly helps us in our home."
Betty F.
Nemesiz A.
Wantagh, NY
$46/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My Name is Nemesiz I'm a 34-year-old . I'm honest, responsible, respectful , a multitask and organized. I take my job very serious, my main goal is to make my patient feel comfortable having me around , I will providing them with a calm environment for optimal patient care. I'm proud of all the years of experience that I have in...
Nemesiz can also help with: Home modification, visiting physician, dementia, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"We were so fortunate to have found Nemesiz,my dad was sent home on hospice and she was very professional she knew exactly how to take care of him, she is a sweet,compassionate person which I highly recommend anyone who hires her will be lucky and she is extremely...
Karin F.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 8 years of experience in caregiving. I can help with home care and personal care. I have worked in Nursing Homes as well as Private Home Care. I have experience working with Alzheimer/Dementia, MS, and paraplegic patients, hospice care, wound care, medication administration, and ambulation. I am a certified medical...
Sibrina can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, live-in home care, light cleaning, companionship, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Sabrina 'filled in' for my mom's usual caregiver who was on vacation. She was fantastic . She was prompt, attentive, caring, and and my mom loved her. Mom calls her the omelet queen! We would definitely have Sabrina back if our needs change. "
Kathryn L.
Marjorie H.
East Meadow, NY
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part Time Senior Care Giver Available With Excellent References
5.0
(3)
I have worked as a nurse in hospitals and homes for 10 plus years I am experienced with the care of people needing assistance at home due to declining health, mobility problems, dementia, feeding, bathing and medication prompting I also can help people recuperating from surgery, strokes, dementia, which is just a partial summary...
Marjorie can also help with: Home modification, personal care, visiting nurse, respite care, dementia, hospice services & more
5.0
"I worked with Marjorie for 8 years. We were both nurses in the same facility, Belair Care Center. She is hardworking, trustworthy and reliable. Displays good judgement and works well with other staff members. A pleasure to work with!"
Mary S.
Psychologist from Brazil with 5 years of personal assistant experience. Fluent in Portuguese and English.
Joice can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, errands, meal prep
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
I am am an experienced woman who likes to help people, especially the older generation. I can work in your home, assist with medications and personal care, provide transportation to appointments and run errands.
I can also just run your daily errands to help free up your to-do list.
I am honest, a hard worker and like...
Experienced Personal assistant. I have experience in running errands performing household tasks, assisting in childcare, scheduling, and Household management
I am available for writing/receiving emails, as a graphic designer, invitation/stationary designer. I can do filing, answer phones, printing, party planning, office help and creating documents using Microsoft Word. I am very knowledgeable with the computer.
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Recent personal assistant reviews in Merrick, NY
Patricia G.
5.0
Patty is such a nurturer. She truly cares about each and every individuals welfare.
She has the ability to wrap her arms around
you. Her sensitive, caring ways consistently
shine through.
Patty is the one you want by you in challenging times. She knows how to think quickly and is more then...
- Debora P.
Kathleen D.
5.0
She was great. We needed help for a wedding out of town. She met us at the hotel and stayed the whole day allowing everyone to enjoy the time. Super helpful.
- Kelly H.
Ellen D.
5.0
Ellen worked with my sister and I for years (on and off) caring for our beloved Mom. Ellen began with us after our Mom had hip replacement surgery. She exceeded all of our expectations in every way. She is a responsible, warm and caring soul. She was patient and kind with Mom and helped her regain...
- Patricia B.
Elka A.
5.0
Elka is a hard and reliable worker.
She has care for my aunt before she past. She has a very caring spirit. I highly recommend her.
By any means necessary...
- Care member
Monike S.
5.0
I would highly recommend Monike she takes care of her clients like they're her own family. She has a great team they go above and beyond to make sure that their clients needs are being met. Extremely passionate, reliable and takes pride in their work.
- Josanne C.
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FAQs for finding personal assistants in Merrick
In 2025, how much does it cost to hire a personal assistant in Merrick, NY?
The average rate for hiring a personal assistant in Merrick, NY on Care.com as of April, 2025 is $22.25 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 Merrick?
Care.com has 4 personal assistants in Merrick, 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 Merrick 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 Merrick?
Most personal assistants in Merrick, 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 Merrick. Additionally, some personal assistants are okay with performing pet care or even light housekeeping duties, but these duties are less common.