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Margaret B.


Marlborough, CT

$20/hr2 yrs exp

Teaching Assistant

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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...
Have been a certified nurses aid since 2010 and an occupational therapy assistant since 2013 with experience with the geriatric population. I have worked in many skilled nursing facilities and an assisted living facility. I am looking to do personal care as I believe our loved ones can thrive in their home environment! Others...
Kathleen can also help with: Dementia, transportation, errands, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CNA

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Carolyn C.


Wethersfield, CT

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Person Centered Care

I have over 30 years of experience working with Adults ranging from 18 to 99 years of age. I have a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Connecticut in Therapeutic Recreation. My clientele in the group homes I serviced had multiple disabilities, and I was required to have annual training in back safety/lifting and...
Carolyn can also help with: Companionship, respite care, personal care, dementia, hospice services, mobility assistance & more
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Joann M.


Rocky Hill, CT

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

Here To Assist With Your Loved Ones Part Time

Kind, compassionate and caring person is how most describe me. I live in Rocky Hill. I am able to help someone who is in need of part time senior care as a companion. I can also run errands, do light house work, prompt client to take medication and take them to their doctors appointments or social gatherings that they may...
Joann can also help with: Dementia, personal care, visiting physician
There's probably no perfect formula for a great caregiver. Each caring, giving, compassionate person is slightly different. But there are certain traits and skills that all good caregivers should have. Hey there! I'm Patricia, polish caregiver I'm here to lend a helping hand If you need any assistance, don't hesitate to reach...
Patmart can also help with: Errands, mobility assistance, meal prep, home modification, light cleaning, live-in home care & more
Skills:

CPR

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Justin S.


Wethersfield, CT

$17-27/hr

Compassionate Caregiver Looking To Assist With Tasks Of Daily Living And Bring Joy To The Elderly

I'd describe my personality as compassionate, caring, and upbeat I like caring for seniors because they are wonderful people with so much life experience and it brings me joy to assist them in their daily lives. I'm looking for a job that allows me the opportunity to assist with care of the elderly and help brighten their day....
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Vanessa P.


Middletown, CT

$28-35/hr9 yrs exp

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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 along with assisting families whom require senior, tender love...
Vanessa can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, live-in home care, errands, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

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Noxolo M.


Middletown, CT

$17-22/hr2 yrs exp

Hi! I am Noxolo, I go by Noxy. I am positive & confident young lady have experience hospice life ending patients, dementia patients, companionship, bed bound patients. I have certificate Home health Aide, PCA. I am patient, caring, considerate, attentive and self motivated. I provide service with everyday tasks and personal...
Noxolo can also help with: Dementia, transportation, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, live-in home care & more
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

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Kayla D.


Newington, CT

$18-20/hr10 yrs exp

I am currently a full-time working mom working a typical office job. I am looking to make a change into childcare as I feel it is what I am most passionate about. I have an incredibly intelligent and outgoing 3-year-old boy, and I would absolutely love the opportunity to be a positive light in another child's (or children's!)...
Kayla can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

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...
Vanessa can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Laura L.


Glastonbury, CT

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Pca/ Caregiver

Experienced caregiver with 15+ years with disabled and elderly in their homes. I can help with all daily needs. I have also worked with patients that have memory issues and acquired brain injuries. I spent 9 years working with a paraplegic patient. I assisted him with shower and bathroom routine. Transfers with hoyer lift to bed...
Laura can also help with: Companionship, mobility assistance, meal prep, dementia, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

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Michele G.


Middletown, CT

$17-20/hr1 yrs exp

Senior Caregiver

I can provide care and companionship for senior citizens that have Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia. I was employed through the Daybreak Senior Center where I was the Activities Assistant planner. My job duties included researching and developing activities that met the needs, abilities, and interests of the participants. I can...
Michele can also help with: Dementia, transportation, personal care, errands, light cleaning, meal prep & more
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Mariah M.


Middletown, CT

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Loving Caregiver

I feel there is no other rewarding job then 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 people and bring content to ones life whom I care for. Im able to build great relationships with whom I work for with nothing but trust and...
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

I am 35 years old and have been working with the elderly for 10 years as a Rehab Director and Occupational Therapist Assistant . I am looking to provide help / care for the right family near me . As a licensed therapist I have much experience with many different diagnosis and ages . I can also provide exercise and therapy...
Gabrielle can also help with: Dementia, respite care, meal prep, errands, home modification, light cleaning & more
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Cassie R.


Middletown, CT

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as friendly, positive, energetic I like caring for homes, it's very zen for me, and seeing my finished work makes me proud. I'm looking for a job housecleaning, or working with the elderly, or both! I started housekeeping when I was about 10yrs old working for my families autoshop, it taught me...
Cassie can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, organization, move-out cleaning, changing bed linens, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning & more
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Cherrye L.


Glastonbury, CT

$30-45/hr10 yrs exp

Helping Hands

Hello! I'm a warm and reliable mother's helper, personal life assistant, house manager and a one-time extra set of hands for busy family households. Concierge services include running errands, shopping, organizing, decluttering, packing/unpacking, planning/helping on special occasions (birthdays, holidays) and more!
I'd describe my personality as ambitious, attentive and supportive. I like caring for seniors because it allows me to give back and show gratitude for the sacrifices they have made for future generations. I'm looking for a job that will allow me a good work-life balance, allow me to grow professionally and let my nurturing...
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Nicole M.


Berlin, CT

$25-35/hr8 yrs exp

Full-Time Nanny Available

Hello, Families! I am a very honest, energetic and loving person. I have been caring for children for as long as I can remember. I am a Paraprofessional/ Registered Behavior Technician at an elementary school in Farmington Ct. I have prior experience working at a school with adolescents and adults with autism. I have been in the...
Nicole can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Mary H.


Glastonbury, CT

$25/hr13 yrs exp

The Nanny You Have Been Waiting For! The Search Is Over!

I have worked at the Welles-Turner Library for the past 13 years in the Children's Dept. I facilitate/assist with storytime & a song and dance program for babies/toddlers. I have nannied for the same family for the past 13 years, 3 children. The third one I watched from birth. I have done ministry work at my Church including...
Mary can also help with: Carpooling, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
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Charlene H.


East Hampton, CT

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Personal Care Attendant Looking For Part-time Work

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Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

PCA with valid certificate. Experience with diabetics, heart conditions, feeding tube, dementia and medication assistance
Charlene can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, personal care, respite care
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

Medical Equipment Experience

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"Charlene is literally the best and I would highly recommend her when she is available. She is reliable and punctual and has made a extremely difficult situation with my Mother much easier. She has a great personality and my mom truly loves her, she has become part...

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