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60 personal assistants are listed in Schenectady, NY

The average posted rate is $22/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby personal assistants is 7 years

Personal assistants in Schenectady, NY

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Oma B.


Schenectady, NY

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

As A Bright Ambitious Person,where I Can Assist

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Oma and I've been doing in-home personal private care for 10 years. I enjoy caring for people and it's something that comes naturally to me. I've worked with patients who cannot walk, and I've worked with patients with dementia and Alzheimer's. I can also understand how difficult it can be to care for a loved...
Oma can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

5.0
"She is very good with her work. She loves to make others laugh. She is a good worker."

Yadram S.

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Shanaleha L.


Schenectady, NY

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Certified Nursing Assistant Full Time/ Part Time

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: Personal care, respite care, dementia, live-in home care, visiting physician, hospice services & 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

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Aida B.


Schenectady, NY

$28/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hard Working Personal Care Aide

Hired by 6 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: Dementia, errands, companionship, home modification, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

5.0
"Aida is hard working, and she goes above and beyond to give the best care for your loved one. "

Care member

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Wendy H.


Schenectady, NY

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Compassionate Home Care

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
"Wendy is one of the most reliable kind honest people I know- She has been with our family for almost a year now and I don't know a better person to have helping with the care of my dad - You would be lucky to have her be a part of your family."

Susan B.

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Angelina L.


Schenectady, NY

$16-25/hr • 1 yrs exp

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: Light cleaning, meal prep, respite care, mobility assistance, companionship, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"She learned the patient (my aunt) quickly. Cared and showed empathy and effort above the call. "

Care member

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Stacy H.


Schenectady, NY

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

4.0

(3)

I have worked for myself specializing in end of life care, caring for all ages of loved ones. From Dementia, muscular dystrophy, autism, wound care, mobility assistance, personal hygiene assistance and much more. I am a 42-year-old mother of two (19 and 14). I have my own transportation, I am very easy to get along with...
Stacy can also help with: Dementia, errands, hospice services, light cleaning, live-in home care, home modification & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"My Daughter Stacy began her compassionate journey as a caregiver at an early age by befriending a neighbor's daughter sentenced to a life in a wheelchair - Stacy never left her side, forgoing opportunities to play with other children in order to comfort this child...

Care member

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Leslie D.


Schenectady, NY

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Provide Quality Care

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: Dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, hospice services, companionship & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

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.

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Lisa M.


Schenectady, NY

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Compassionate, Caring, Healthcare, Worker

Hello, my name is Lisa I am available to work 24-36 hours with care. com. I have worked in the medical/healthcare field for over 30 years in a wide variety of settings including privates homes, rehabs, progressive care units, hospitals, nursing homes and assisted living facilities. My passion is to assist in activities of daily...
Lisa can also help with: Personal care, light cleaning, dementia
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"As a registered nurse on a busy hospital unit, I am grateful for the shifts I work with Lisa. She is reliable, meticulous and highly effective. Most of all, she shows true compassion towards every patient she cares for. Our patients offer only the highest regards:...

Care member

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Takeylyn G.


Schenectady, NY

$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

There's No Place Like Home Care

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have worked in the healthcare field for over 20 years. I am compassionate, dedicated, and experienced in giving quality care. I am a mother of 4 beautiful children as well as strong community advocate and a NYS licensed real estate agenct. I specialize in: Companionship Housekeeping and Laundry Meal planning and...
Takeylyn can also help with: Respite care, dementia, hospice services, personal care, live-in home care
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"T came on short notice the day after Christmas for an overnight stay. She was positive, competent, and compassionate. We would definitely have her again."

Alexina J.

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Motunrayo A.


Schenectady, NY

$20/hr • 5 yrs exp

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: Light cleaning, dementia, errands, home modification, meal prep, companionship & more
5.0
"Finding a caregiver like Motunrayo has been a true blessing for our family. Her genuine compassion, dedication, and attention to detail has brought so much comfort and peace of mind to us. Rayo not only provides exceptional care but also builds meaningful...

Joy K.

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Nathalie D.


Schenectady, NY

$18-50/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hello My Name Is Nathalie,I Am A 22 Year Old Certified PCA (Personal Care Assistant).

I'd describe my personality as compassionate and empathetic. I'm looking for a job that is rewarding and fulfilling. I started caring for seniors when my mother got sick. In my spare time, I like to spend time with my family. One thing you should know about me is very dependable.
Nathalie can also help with: Mobility assistance, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship
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Anah L.


Schenectady, NY

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Certified Nursing Assistant And Yapper

Hi everyone! My name is Anah I have been in healthcare for 10 years. I started out by caring for my grandmother who was suffering from dementia and schizophrenia, when I was 15 years old. I am a state certified Nursing Assistant. I am also BLS certified and attending Maria Colleges Practical Nursing Program. My ultimate career...
Anah can also help with: Companionship, dementia, light cleaning, errands, hospice services, home modification & more
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Brenda F.


Schenectady, NY

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Certify Patient Care Assistance PCA

Certified patient care and Home Care assistance I help with bathing, feeding dressing and light duty house cleaning I'd describe my personality as kind and pleasant Good with people good listener, fast learning Good with following directions I like caring for seniors because I enjoy working with people. I enjoy helping...
Brenda can also help with: Errands, respite care, home modification, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning & more
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Nina D.


Schenectady, NY

$25-50/hr • 20 yrs exp

My Passion Is To Help The Elderly And Or Special Needs, And Attaining Their Self Worth And Dignity.

I am a kind and compassionate person who has many experience in elder care within the medical and home health care setting. My passion is to help the elderly and or special needs population in attaining their self worth and dignity. I've done much individual care for families that need assistance in caring for their loved one,...
Nina can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, hospice services, errands, dementia, live-in home care & more
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Mary C.


Schenectady, NY

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced And Reliable Personal Care Provider

I have worked as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for over 30 years. My focus was in special education/developmental disabilities and autism spectrum disorders. I also have experience with the geriatric/elder population. I loved my career! Being able to help people is just part of who I am so I would like to continue...
Mary can also help with: Dementia, personal care, home modification
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Rose S.


Schenectady, NY

$25-30/hr • 5 yrs exp

Personal Caregiver (CNA)

Hello! I'm Rose, I'm a 21-year-old CNA. I love animals and arts and crafts. I am a compassionate and dedicated caregiver with 4+ years of experience providing exceptional care to individuals of varying ages and needs. Skilled in assisting with daily living activities, including medication reminders, meal preparation, and...
Rose can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, respite care, errands, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:

CNA

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Arianna P.


Schenectady, NY

$20/hr • 4 yrs exp

Dedicated Homecare Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! :) I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately 4 years of experience caring for adults and elderly. I am a certified Patient Care Assistant and a Medical Assistant Student. I worked with CDC for 3 years. I can help assist with daily activities, including bathing, grooming, dressing, and...
Arianna can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, errands, respite care, light cleaning, personal care & more
Skills:

CPR

I am a Dedicated and compassionate Home Health Aide with over 4 years of experience providing personalized care to individuals in their homes. Skilled in assisting clients with daily living activities, including personal hygiene, meal preparation, and medication I am a Certified HHA, My goal is to empower clients to maintain...
Surswattie can also help with: Mobility assistance, dementia, companionship, light cleaning, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Mary C.


Schenectady, NY

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

I have worked as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for over 30 years. My focus was in special education/developmental disabilities and autism spectrum disorders. I also have experience with the geriatric/elder population. I loved my career! Being able to help people is just part of who I am so I would like to continue...
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Motunrayo A.


Schenectady, NY

$16-20/hr • 5 yrs exp

I am a compassionate and dedicated child Caregiver with over 5 years of hands-on experience providing high-quality care to children. Certified in CPR . I love cooking, cleaning, and delivering personalized care, including assistance with daily living activities. Committed to enhancing the well-being and quality of life of every...
Motunrayo can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

CNA

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Recent personal assistant reviews in Schenectady, NY

Oma B.

5.0

She is very good with her work. She loves to make others laugh. She is a good worker.

- Yadram S.

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

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.

Wendy H.

5.0

Wendy is one of the most reliable kind honest people I know- She has been with our family for almost a year now and I don't know a better person to have helping with the care of my dad - You would be lucky to have her be a part of your family.

- Susan B.

Angelina L.

5.0

She learned the patient (my aunt) quickly. Cared and showed empathy and effort above the call.

- Care member

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Average Rating4.7 / 5

Personal Assistants in Schenectady, NY are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 42 reviews of the 60 listed personal assistants.