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I have 10 years of experience and am looking to earn extra income. I have been a babysitter and nanny off and on for 10+ years and an executive and personal assistant for 4+ years. I am looking for a part time work.
With over 18 years of dedicated experience in providing exceptional support to top-level executives, I have decided to redirect my expertise towards helping families. My passion lies in creating memorable experiences, whether through event planning, preparing delicious meals, curating the perfect shopping lists, maintaining a...
With over 18 years of dedicated experience in providing exceptional support to top-level executives, I have decided to redirect my expertise towards helping families. My passion lies in creating memorable experiences, whether through event planning, preparing delicious meals, curating the perfect shopping lists, maintaining a...
Hayley can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, organization, general room cleaning
Erika L.
Reading, MA
$30-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hello,
I'm a COTA (certified occupational therapist assistant). I have worked in assisted living, long/short term care and mostly home-care.
I love what I do because I see the enormous impact it has on my patients lives. Working on ADL's, so that they can live home safely and independently as possible.
For 20 years I have...
Erika can also help with: Hospice services, mobility assistance, light cleaning
With over 18 years of dedicated experience in providing exceptional support to top-level executives, I have honed my skills and decided to redirect my expertise towards assisting families in caring for their elderly loved ones. My passion lies in creating meaningful experiences, whether through planning activities, preparing...
Hayley can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, transportation
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, ambitious, and reliable. I'm looking for a part time job that I can help pay for my daughter's college tuition and on campus daily needs.
I have not personally cared for a senior but I have worked in the medical field for 20 years. Part of my job is to provide care to each patient I...
Jemmy can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
(1)
I have 3+ years of formal experience as a personal or executive assistant. I love running errands, grocery shopping, meal prep & folding laundry! Also enjoy organization & light housework.
5.0
"I hired Amy to help with some cleaning and cooking. She was fast, efficient, and did great work! My living room always sparkles when she’s done."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a professional, experienced household manager with great references. I have been providing exceptional household care for 7+ years. Laundry and organizing are my specialties but I also can provide meal prep, shopping for groceries and general household upkeep. Every household is unique, and tailoring help to fit your...
Pamela can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, organization, changing bed linens
Caitlyn M.
Somerville, MA
$30-32/hr • 6 yrs exp
4.7
(12)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Caitlyn, I'm 24 years old with roughly six years of nannying experience! Ive also worked as a preschool teacher mainly in the toddler classroom while also helping out in the infant room for about one year. As well as my long experience with toddler aged children, I have also worked with a wide variety of ages from...
Caitlyn can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Caitlyn is terrific!! We are so glad that she was able to take such excellent care of our daughter from the time the baby was approximately 4 - 9 months old. Caitlyn's passion for children was evident from our first meeting. Working with Caitlyn was a breeze -- she...
Laurel Z.
Maryann N.
Medford, MA
$20-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Maryann. I am an organized and reliable self-starter looking to help you with personal assistant, household and childcare needs! I absolutely adore children have years of experience watching kids as a babysitter and camp counselor. Additionally, I have a bachelor's degree, First Aid/CPR certification,...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My kids were so in love with Maryann. She arrived early and with cookies to bake. She took time to get to know each child. She played games and kept them busy until bed time. Will be my first call when a sitter is needed again."
Christine A.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Daïna. have been a Nanny, Personal Assistant, Babysitter, Family Assistant, Tutor, and Caregiver. I also have experience with infants and their special needs, and with helping children with learning challenges. I have been around children for as long as I can remember. I have been a career family...
Daïna can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Honest, kind, trustworthy, reliable!"
Katrina W.
4.8
(13)
Reliable, service-focused nursing professional with excellent patient-care and charting skills gained through experience as a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA). Compassionate and technically skilled in attending to patients in diverse healthcare settings. I have worked in home care, assisted living, skilled nursing facility. I...
Gleisiany can also help with: Dementia, personal care, meal prep, mobility assistance, companionship, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"In 23 years of work in the area, I don't know a person with such dedication, she loves what she does, very dedicated."
Paulo D.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I am a 58-year-old, retired CPA. I now can add mothers helper, caring for infants to school aged Children, Senior Companion, personal assistant and a dog sitter. I love the families I assist with whatever their needs are, I am fun loving, up beat, dependable and kids and adults love me. I come with excellent references....
Linda can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Linda is so wonderful! She has been with our family for nearly 2 years, and will continue on a need basis. My kids adore her and I know she feels the same about them. Linda is a little bit of everything to us - reliable, caring, helpful, funny, creative, flexible,...
Dana M.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
CNA/Hospice care
Hi! My name is Denise and I have been a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) for over 13 years. I live in Wakefield with my husband and daughter.
My senior care journey began in 2011, at a nursing home, then onto assisted living facilities, private home care and worked as a Care Coordinator. I previously worked...
Denise can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, hospice services, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Denise hired me about a year and a half ago. She is one of the most knowledgeable, respectful and caring people that I've met in this business. Whether she is overseeing the care of dozens of clients, working with all of the caregivers and making sure that they...
Stephen H.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 6yrs of experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant and Home Health Aide. I have worked in home care, assisted living, skilled nursing facility, and hospital environments. I enjoy spending time with and learning from the elderly.
I would love to do a variety of tasks ie, personal care, activities of daily living, fun...
Enock can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Enock is an Amazing person to work with,
very self driven and passionate about the work he does! He is worth hiring!!"
Bridget L.
Christine N.
Billerica, MA
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
3.7
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a Home aide 12 years of experience in adult care professionally and on a personal level . I also happen to be an observant, compassionate, and reliable care giver who has always been on time to render my excellent services. I have worked with elderly people in facilities, homes, and hospitals with conditions like dementia,...
Christine can also help with: Personal care, live-in home care, respite care, dementia
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
5.0
"Christine cared for our mother for 2 years before she passed on, and I must admit she gave it her best. Always on time and ensuring everything is fine by communicating to everyone in my family regularly and always went out of her way to make mum as comfortable as...
Laura M.
Claire L.
Lexington, MA
$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Claire and I am a recent graduate of Connecticut College, in which I earned my BA in Biology and Dance, with a pre-med focus; I am also a Certified Nurse Aide and plan to apply to PA school this year. In high school I began working with kids through my job as an assistant/substitute dance teacher, and I worked...
Claire can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Claire has been a very dependable baby sitter for us this summer. She did fun activities with my 7 year old and kept him active and engaged. He adores her and would wait every morning for her. We can't wait to see her again soon!"
Surbhi S.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a conscientious, reliable and experienced PCA. My experience is extensive including home care and work in facilities. I am proficient with assisting in activities of daily life, hoyer lift and pivot transfers, g-tube feeding and many other caregiving tasks.
I went to Horizon Health Care Institute in Florida where I...
Jessica can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care, meal prep, respite care, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Jessica took care of my dad, who had Parkinson's, during the last years of his life. I honestly believe we should all be so blessed to have someone like her to care for us when we get older. She demonstrated abundant patience and compassion to my dad, all while...
Katie S.
5.0
(2)
Reliable, service-focused nursing professional with excellent patient-care and charting skills gained through experience as a CNA. Compassionate and technically skilled in attending to patients in diverse healthcare settings. I have worked in home care, assisted living, skilled nursing facility. I enjoy spending time with and...
Gleisiany can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"That she is very respectful, out going and great."
Maria K.
5.0
(1)
I am a Nursing student expecting to be graduated
in December 2021. I am a certified Home Health
Aide. My motivation for Nursing is a spiritually
rewarding day in and day out. Being a Nurse is my
passion. I knew nursing was a good fit for me
because my personality tends is to help those who
are suffering and make a great impact...
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Recent personal assistant reviews in Reading, MA
Amy T.
5.0
I hired Amy to help with some cleaning and cooking. She was fast, efficient, and did great work! My living room always sparkles when she’s done.
- Care member
Caitlyn M.
5.0
Caitlyn started with us when our daughter was just 3 months old and was with us for a year until we started daycare! Our daughter absolutely loves Caitlyn and would screech in the morning every time Caitlyn walked in the door. They always spent time outside at the park, on walks, reading books,...
- Care member
Maryann N.
5.0
My kids were so in love with Maryann. She arrived early and with cookies to bake. She took time to get to know each child. She played games and kept them busy until bed time. Will be my first call when a sitter is needed again.
- Christine A.
Daïna C.
5.0
She is kind and gracious and everyone likes her. She is always concerned about others.
- Kim S.
Gleisiany M.
5.0
While my mother was in the hospital and rehab for over two weeks she needed a lot more assistance than the nursing staff could provide. We found Gleisiany through a friend. I stayed with my mother during the day time hours and Gleisiany would spend the night caring for my mother and making sure...
- Michael Z.
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FAQs for finding personal assistants in Reading
In 2025, how much does it cost to hire a personal assistant in Reading, MA?
The average rate for hiring a personal assistant in Reading, MA on Care.com as of March, 2025 is $27.00 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 Reading?
Care.com has 6 personal assistants in Reading, MA. 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 Reading 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 Reading?
Most personal assistants in Reading, MA 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 Reading. Additionally, some personal assistants are okay with performing pet care or even light housekeeping duties, but these duties are less common.