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I'd describe my personality as
calm
relaxed
sense of humor
I like caring for seniors because
they have stories to tell about their life
they usually have things to teach us and are appreciative
I'm looking for a job that is enjoyable,
fun and looking forward to caring for children or seniors who need my help
I started...
Kathleen can also help with: Meal prep, personal care, transportation, light cleaning, errands
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: Light cleaning, meal prep, transportation, respite care, errands, dementia & 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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I am a trained and certified Family Assistant/ Child Care Specialist with over 6 years of childcare services and family assisting experience within household settings and during travel. Qualifications include Certified Professional Nanny and Childcare Provider (PNCP), Newborn Care Specialist (NCS) Certification from the...
Fridah can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Fridah is an amazing nanny! She is super punctual, and extremely caring and loving to our 1 year old son. She also helps with housework, which is such a huge help since we have a busy work schedule."
Kimberly S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I feel there is no other rewarding job than to help people and make a difference in someone's life. I am a very caring, lovable and outgoing person. I feel like I have a special way with children as well as adults and seniors. I'm able to build a great relationship and able to gain their trust with them, no problem. I am...
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been providing companion care for elderly people for about four years now and it's awesome. That's not just for me, but the people I've worked with.
I listen to my clients. I am responsible and responsive. I take taking care of people very seriously, though I'm not a particularly serious person.
I'm an early retired...
Eve can also help with: Transportation, errands, dementia
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Eve was a wonderful caregiver for my mother who has dementia. She always provided me with detailed updates on my mom and what they did for the day. She planned amazing activities for my mother and made sure they had a great time together. She provided me with...
Rose M.
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: Light cleaning, personal care, visiting physician, transportation, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Zejna has been a Godsend for my mother. This past year with COVID has been very tough for someone with dementia. Life has changed so much for my mother since we found Zejna. She gets her out of the house, brings her to lovely parks to see the flowers and wildlife....
Lisa H.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been a certified patient care assistant and home health aide for over 10 years. I previously worked as a live in and overnight caregiver in California. Most of my experience is with arthritis Alzheimer's and post-polio patients. My goal is always ensuring my clients' safety and comfort. Most of all, I love getting to know...
Laura can also help with: Errands, home modification, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, companionship & more
5.0
"Laura is a wonderful senior care provider. She gave me comfort knowing Mom was in good care. Highly recommend Laura."
Janet H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I feel there is no other rewarding job than to help people and make a difference in someones life. I am a very caring, loving and outgoing person. I feel like I have a special way with children where I'm able to build a relationship and trust with them no problem. I am currently a certified nursing assistant as well as nursing...
Mariah can also help with: Personal care, respite care, visiting nurse, hospice services, dementia
Skills:
CNA
5.0
(3)
I am a Home Health Aide (HHA) with 16 years of caregiving experience and certification as a Dementia Specialist. My work with private employers and home-care agencies has provided me with expertise in:
- Personal care assistance (bathing, dressing)
- Meal preparation and feeding support
- Monitoring vital signs (blood pressure,...
Doreen can also help with: Live-in home care, personal care, respite care, hospice services, dementia
5.0
"Doreen helped care for my elderly mother for several years. She was wonderful & I would highly recommend her."
Dave L.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a dedicated and compassionate elder care professional with 15 years of experience in providing comprehensive care to both male and female clients. My goal is to ensure the comfort and well-being of the elderly, who I believe are the backbone of our society and deserve the utmost respect and care.
Experience and...
Nero can also help with: Live-in home care, personal care, home modification, dementia
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Nero is simply the perfect caregiver. He has helped me several times - once when I was returning home after two months in a rehab facility due to an accident. He got me settled, showed me how to safely get in and out of the shower, etc. Another time I had...
Care member
Fawn B.
Middletown, CT
$40/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.9
(13)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I'm an honest, reliable, very detailed ( I won't just clean around things ) and a hardworking person and I love to clean! Between being able to help people and doing what you enjoy doing its the perfect job. I always work w a sense of urgency and professionalism. I understand what people want/need, my own personal standards are...
Fawn can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, cabinet cleaning, dusting, changing bed linens, basement cleaning, attic cleaning & more
5.0
"Dependable, reasonable prices and professional. "
Care member
Kathryn S.
Middletown, CT
$50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Personal Assistant/Professional Organizer For Executive/Family
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a highly intelligent, resourceful individual with exceptional organizational skills - looking to support an executive and/or family
-Developing and maintaining a filing system
-Organize and schedule appointments
-Manage account receivables & payable
-Reconcile bank statements & credit card statements
-Assist with...
Courtney N.
Glastonbury, CT
$30/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi. I am a reliable, experienced personal assistant/house cleaner in Glastonbury. I have worked for the same family for five years prioritizing and managing a broad range of tasks. My duties included managing and maintaining two homes, keeping them clean and orderly. I have a knack for tackling projects, big or small and am...
Courtney can also help with: Cabinet cleaning, carpet cleaning, general room cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, attic cleaning & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a mom of a 2-year-old boy who is the love of my life. My background is in social work(I have my MSW). But since having my son my passion is in nature education and fostering children's unique abilities in line with their development.
I have experience in public schools, group homes and have worked directly with...
As a loving Personal Care Provider I have honed
my abilities in providing compassionate care, promoting client independence, and maintaining a clean and stress-free living environment. I take pride in going above and beyond for my clients by preparing fresh creative meals tailored to their dietary needs and providing extra...
Hailey can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, transportation, respite care, home modification, errands & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Courtney N.
Glastonbury, CT
$23/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi. I am a reliable, experienced Personal Assistant/Caregiver in the Glastonbury area. I have most recently worked with the same family for the past five years as well as other long term clients. My professional experience has given me the ability to manage a broad range of responsibilities that allow my client more...
It takes a village to raise a child some say but it also takes a village to run a household! Life is busy and I am here to help! Can help with laundry, organization, personal assistant work, meal prep and general cleaning. Fast, reliable, self starter with excellent references.
Vanessa can also help with: Changing bed linens, general room cleaning, organization, kitchen cleaning, carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
Kelsey M.
Moodus, CT
$17-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Enthusiastic College Student Available To Complete Errands And Odd Jobs
Hi there!
My name is Kelsey, and I am a 22-year-old college student working to put myself through school. I am currently finishing up my Associate of Arts at the College of Southern Nevada, graduating with honors in 2021 as a member of Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society. I have been accepted into the University of Nevada Las Vegas...
Vanessa P.
Middletown, CT
$30/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hi there! Thank you for taking the time to get to know me. I am looking to obtain a job as your next family helper. I am very creative, humble and patient! I have worked within Connecticut's special needs community for the past nine years as a behavioral therapist. I am currently pursuing my master's degree, in the meantime, I...
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...
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Recent personal assistant reviews in Portland, CT
Courtney N.
5.0
Courtney is working for us now. She is reliable, kind, responsible, dependable.... in a nutshell she is wonderful. She cares for my mom who has dementia. And her patience and kindness is so appreciated. Mom must enjoy her visits because she is accepting of Courtney coming to the house. Courtney...
- Kim M.
Fridah K.
5.0
Fridah is an amazing nanny! She is super punctual, and extremely caring and loving to our 1 year old son. She also helps with housework, which is such a huge help since we have a busy work schedule.
- Kimberly S.
Eve B.
5.0
We as a family are so blessed to have had Eve as Moms caregiver for two years! My last review is all true …how compassionate and understanding Eve is and can easily adjust to any situation! We will miss seeing her due to having to have Mom in an assisted living home. If you get to have Eve as your...
- Care member
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.
Laura F.
5.0
Laura was perfect. My mom loved her, my sisters loved her, and the personnel at the elderly care facility loved her. She was simply a fantastic aide to our mom, and Laura’s attention was invaluable. We would definitely recommend her if you have a loved one who needs help navigating their daily...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding personal assistants in Portland
In 2025, how much does it cost to hire a personal assistant in Portland, CT?
The average rate for hiring a personal assistant in Portland, CT on Care.com as of May, 2025 is $26.00 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 Portland?
Care.com has 1 personal assistants in Portland, 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 Portland 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 Portland?
Most personal assistants in Portland, 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 Portland. Additionally, some personal assistants are okay with performing pet care or even light housekeeping duties, but these duties are less common.