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24 respite care are listed in Medford, MA
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby respite care is 7 years
Respite care in Medford, MA
Melissa I.
Medford, MA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Creative Childcare Provider Seeking Nanny Position Close To Water Town.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My Qualifications:
-10+ Years experience in childcare/nanny various ages.
- Certified Respite Care Provider for Children w Autism.
- Loves engaging Children in creative arts.
-Big fan of outdoor activities
- Creative, Patient, and Flexible.
- Non-Smoker/ and health conscious
- Loves Museums/History/and Art.
- Excellent...
5.0
(1)
I have experience working with retired seniors in non-profit volunteer settings, and assisting them in their projects.
In addition, I have provided care services for my grandmother, who has lived in a senior community for several years.
I provide companionship, cooking meals, walking, reading, and good conversation.
I am...
Melissa can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, respite care, errands, personal care, meal prep & more
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 17 years of experience working as a respite aid/ medical assistant at Boston medical center. I enjoy working with patients Home Care and Personal Care.
Hana can also help with: Dementia, personal care, respite care
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Hana is the best care giver! She is so caring, loving, most of all very compassionate!! "
Care member
Jessica M.
Waltham, MA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I graduated with a BA in Special Education from Boston University, and hold a masters degree from UMass Boston and a teaching license in Moderate Disabilities, grades 5-12. I work at Perkins School for the Blind as a teacher for deafblind students. I have 10 years of experience working with individuals with disabilities...
5.0
"Jessica is a remarkable care giver. Experienced, highly skilled, patient centered, and a strong communicator."
Chris R.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked as a CNA and Home Health Aide since 2009. I assist clients in their home with their basic needs: bathing, dressing, meal prep, medication reminders/supervision(crush pills if necessary)and thicken liquids, light housekeeping. I have worked with the elderly with Alzheimer/Dementia, Parkinson Disease, strokes. Also...
Arlene can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, personal care, hospice services, companionship, light cleaning & more
5.0
"I’ve met Arlene and her mom, Nina, about six or seven years ago at the Milano senior center where they held Tuesday night free dinners for anyone who lived in the city of Melrose.
I always came alone, so I was always looking for a seat for one. Most of the people...
Care member
Compassionate registered nurse and experienced caregiver with a progressive career history. Profiecient in home health care, medication administration, respite care.
Madeline can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, transportation, dementia, respite care & more
Skills:
CNA
I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Respite Care. I'm flexible and hardworking.
Juahara can also help with: Light cleaning, live-in home care, hospice services, dementia, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
CPR
Melanie L.
Woburn, MA
$15-40/hr • 6 yrs exp
I am a speech language pathologist currently working with preschoolers in Massachusetts. I recently moved to Seacoast Nh. I helped care for my grandparents when living in Boston and miss them tremendously. My family current relies on care takers to help my grandparents and I would love to provide that same support and respite to...
Melanie can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, transportation
Anne N.
Waltham, MA
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Professional Health Care Provider With 12+ Years Experience.
Experienced Nurse's Aide/HHA with 12+ years experience in home care/companionship, respite, and hospice care. Over the years, I've worked with patients with Alzheimer's Dementia, Parkinson's, Cancer, Stroke, End Stage Respiratory diseases i. e., COPD, CHF, and End Stage Liver and Kidney diseases. I've been lucky to receive an...
Anne can also help with: Errands, hospice services, meal prep, respite care, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
Mario S.
Cambridge, MA
$20-23/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Am Patient, Loyal And Reliable, Considerate, I Love Helping People.
I have 15 years of experience. I can help with Medical Assistant and Caregiver , CNA(Certified Nursing Assistant). Personal Care Attendant (PCA) and CPR /BLS /AED , Personal Care Aides (PCA) , Home Health Aides (HHAs) Live-In Home . Senior care Private Duty Caregiver and Personal Home care I have experience in the emergency...
Mario can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, home modification, companionship, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
[CPR and First Aid Certified] I prefer to take an approach that can push people to the best of their abilities, involving motor and sensory skills along with STEM based activities. I have had experience with multiple care needs including: GERD, CHARGE Syndrome, Autism, G-Tube, Cornelia De Lange Syndrome, Acid Reflux, ADHD,...
I'm a 60-year-old woman who spent 10 years caring for my elderly mother until she passed away. The last couple of years she suffered from dementia, low vision, balance issues, and anxiety/depression. I developed a real passion for the elderly after spending time caring for her and making her daily life enjoyable and secure. I've...
Johanna can also help with: Personal care, dementia, home modification, visiting physician, live-in home care
Skills:
CPR
Lia H.
Boston, MA
$25-35/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Lia and I am currently a senior at Northeastern University. I have over two years of experience working in emergency medicine as an EMT in Boston, and a Medical Assistant at Brigham & Women's in the Trauma ICU and Respite unit. I am currently working at Boston Medical Center as a Medical Assistant in their...
Lia can also help with: Light cleaning, respite care, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Hello, my name is Maria. I will be a junior at Clark University this upcoming fall semester. I'm a political science major and minoring in education. I have 2+ years of experience working with special needs youth. I previously worked for an after school where I worked with children with ADHD. I have also worked helping a...
I have worked with seniors for several years and have experience addressing various needs, including dementia, respite care, hospice, mental challenges, and diabetes. I engage my clients through activities such as taking walks, reading, and doing puzzles. Additionally, I manage their schedules and accompany them to doctor's...
Drucilla can also help with: Home modification, respite care, dementia, personal care
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
I have worked in health care management for over 25 years. In my role I manage the 24/7 care needs for seniors. I have a passion for caring for people. I took care of my mom for years. She recently passed away after living with Parkinson and Dementia for years. I know firsthand how difficult it is to find quality care. Sense my...
Lisa can also help with: Personal care, errands, dementia, respite care, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
(9)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
FULLY VACCINATED I have been a companion & personal caregiver for the elderly for a number of years. It is very rewarding to me. I strive to provide the highest level of in-home care, so your loved one may remain in their home and continue to be engaged, happy, healthy & safe. I'm upbeat, positive and very caring. I can provide...
Carol can also help with: Visiting physician, home modification, hospice services, live-in home care, respite care, personal care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Carol has a wealth of experience working with a special population which requires patience, flexibility and humility. She also has a great sense of humor!"
Leslie B.
I am a Board Certified Behavior Analysts with extensive experience working with individuals with a wide variety of needs. I have experience with babies all the way up through 18-22-year-olds. I am comfortable supporting a range of needs - physical, behavioral, and emotional. I recognize how important it is for caregivers to...
Rayna R.
Walpole, MA
$20-25/hr
Hi! I am a patient, calm, and reliable graduate student who is studying Mental Health Counseling. I have a bachelor's degree in psychological science and over three years of experience in the field. I am currently looking for a part time respite or companion position while I complete my master's degree. I am looking forward to...
Rayna can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, respite care, errands, companionship
Christine M.
Walpole, MA
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
I worked for SNCARC when I was going to school. Mostly, I provided respite care for the parents in their home. These were children with autism and Down syndrome.
I also was a nanny for a family with a preschooler and twin infants. One of the twins was born with a some birth defects that necessitated a tracheotomy.
These...
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Recent respite care reviews in Medford, MA
Hana T.
5.0
Hana is a lovely person who is caring, thoughtful, and very responsible. She assists my mom 3X a week with shopping, prepping food, laundry, etc. I feel very confident knowing my mom is in good hands when Hana is with her.
- Christine D.
Jessica M.
5.0
Jessica is a remarkable care giver. Experienced, highly skilled, patient centered, and a strong communicator.
- Chris R.
Arlene R.
5.0
I’ve met Arlene and her mom, Nina, about six or seven years ago at the Milano senior center where they held Tuesday night free dinners for anyone who lived in the city of Melrose.
I always came alone, so I was always looking for a seat for one. Most of the people who came were couples, or they were...
- Care member
Carol Y.
5.0
If you are fairly new to care giving of a loved one, as I was, you will learn from Carol. She knows what to do and will help you learn, if you want to. If you don't that's ok too, she will do the job for you.
Over the course of the 18 months my husband was ill, she was one of the few that knew...
- Margaret H.
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FAQs for finding respite care near you in Medford, MA
What does respite care mean near me in Medford, MA?
The respite care meaning can vary slightly depending on who is providing their services. This is why we recommend that you review the profiles of the 2 respite care providers near you in Medford, MA carefully to see what services they offer. That being said, respite care services usually involve providing caregiving support when the usual caregiver can’t be there.
How can I find respite care services near me in Medford, MA?
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How much does respite care cost near me in Medford, MA?
The cost of respite care near you in Medford, MA can vary depending on the cost of living in your location and how much experience the caregiver has. However, to give you a jumping off point, the average rate for respite care providers in Medford, MA is $20.00 per hour.
What types of respite care services are available near me in Medford, MA?
The types of respite care services you require likely depend on the type of care the person you’re caring for needs. For example, some people may require more general caregiving, whereas some need help with transportation, taking medication, or grooming. Because of this, it can be helpful to review different profiles of respite care providers near you in Medford, MA.
How can I safely hire respite care near me in Medford, MA?
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