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Senior care providers in Portland, CT

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Lisa B.


Portland, CT

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

Senior Companion & Caregiver

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I was a companion for a Alzheimer client for three months till she passed away and currently a volunteer at an assisted living center as a recreation assistant. My responsibilities as a companion included; friend and companionship and ensuring safety for Alzheimer's Client. As a volunteer at the center, I assist the recreation...
Lisa can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, personal care, meal prep
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Christina P.


Portland, CT

$23-25/hr4 yrs exp

I'm Looking To Keep Your Families Safe And Healthy In Their Own Home As Long As Possible!

I'd describe my personality as being compassionate, empathetic, caring I like caring for seniors because it gives me great joy to see them in a home environment that's safe and their properly cared for as an individual as their needs are all different from one another no two are alike I'm looking for a job that pays well as I...
Christina can also help with: Home modification, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, mobility assistance, transportation & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

CPR

Hi! I am a recent UConn graduate with over 8 years of childcare experience, including working at two daycares in the baby rooms and spending four years as a camp counselor. I currently work in insurance but remain passionate about providing quality care to children of all ages. My experience has equipped me with the skills to...
Lauren can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep
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Shanqua D.


Portland, CT

$23/hr10 yrs exp

AIDE

I come from a family who work in the health care field 3 of my aunts work as RNs my mom is a Nurse 4 of my sisters are in the same field CNA one is a LPN. I love what I do been an Aide since 2006 to me it's not just caring for someone who needs extra help or need me 100%. It's about caring for someone loved one the way I would...
Shanqua can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

CNA

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Jessica M.


Portland, CT

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Jess. I am an experienced, caring and dependable PCA/CNA. Excellent professional references. Clean background. 20 plus years in medical field. My rate is 30. 00-40 an hour. I have worked with Alzheimer's/dementia, psychiatric, hospice, TBI patients as well as cancer and stroke patients for many years. Thank...
Jessica can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, personal care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

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Lauren C.


Portland, CT

$14-25/hr1 yrs exp

Summer Availability

In my spare time, I like to read, go for walks, and refinish furniture. One thing you should know about me is I am committed to doing a good job and I learn fast. I will take great care and provide compassionate support. My skills include patience, compassion, and reliability.
Lauren can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep
I have worked for Middlesex health primary care for the last 20 years as a receptionist. I have had training in a few different computer systems within the hospital. I have to say my favorite interactions with patients were the elderly.
Mary L can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, hospice services, errands, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

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Chelsea R.


Berlin, CT

$10-20/hr

Hard Working Individual

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My mother used to work as a CNA, so she explained her job to me, and I sometimes went to work with her when I was younger and saw the CNA's etc., caring for the seniors.
Chelsea can also help with: Errands, personal care, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Had hired someone before hearing from her."

Mary M.

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Courtney N.


Glastonbury, CT

$23/hr9 yrs exp

Dementia/Memory Care And Companion

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: Dementia, light cleaning, errands, respite care, transportation, meal prep & 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.

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Laura F.


Newington, CT

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Caregiver

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: Meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, home modification, errands, dementia & 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.

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Kelly P.


Middletown, CT

$22/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Experience in senior care as well as child care. I love to make people smile. I treat all clients the same way I would want my family to be treated.
Kelly can also help with: Personal care
5.0
"Kelly was a such a compassionate, warm person. My Mother loved having her as her caregiver. Kelly went above and beyond all the time. She was a dream!!!!"

Susan B.

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Mariah M.


Middletown, CT

$20-25/hr9 yrs exp

CNA

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: Respite care, hospice services, visiting nurse, dementia, personal care
Skills:

CNA

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Emina K.


Wethersfield, CT

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

Ready To Care!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Very caring person looking for work as a senior caregiver. I am an experienced companion/homemaker for 5 years. I am seeking part to full-time employment. I am very compassionate, caring, and dependable. The services I provide are: caregiving, homemaking, companion, grocery shopping, travel to appointments. I have excellent...
Emina can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, errands, mobility assistance, light cleaning, dementia & more
5.0
"Emina was absolutely amazing while taking care of my mom. She kept her company, helped pick up groceries, and cleaned the house. Her positive attitude brought much joy and I would recommend her to anyone looking for a care giver!"

Jim B.

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Doreen K.


Newington, CT

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Dementia Specialist Caregiver

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, respite care, personal care, dementia, hospice services
5.0
"Doreen helped care for my elderly mother for several years. She was wonderful & I would highly recommend her."

Dave L.

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Zejna K.


Wethersfield, CT

$20-35/hr10 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: Transportation, light cleaning, dementia, errands, visiting physician, personal care & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

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...

Susan E.

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Anna J.


Wethersfield, CT

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Great Senior Caregiver

Patient, reliable, caring, great references, experienced, supportive, calm, great communication skills, compassionate. Great caregiver for seniors available.
Anna can also help with: Companionship, mobility assistance, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Anna is an amazing person and caregiver. she worked with my father from age 96 to his death at age 98. he loved her as did all of my family. we were extremely lucky to have her."

Wendy L.

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Nero C.


Newington, CT

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Companion/ AIDE

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, dementia, home modification
Skills:

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

CNA

5.0
"Very knowledgeable and caring. Always treated my father with compassion and respect"

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Elvira R.


Newington, CT

$27/hr3 yrs exp

Experienced Care

I have a passion for helping others especially the elderly. Looking for a caregiver supervisory position or personal caregiver. I am a certified caregiver.
Elvira can also help with: Dementia, errands, companionship, meal prep, mobility assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

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laura S.


Newington, CT

$25/hr6 yrs exp

Dedicated Care Giver Looking For New Private Pay Client

I'd describe my personality as nurturing, caring, empathetic. I like caring for seniors because It gives me a sense of doing something that matters and makes someone's quality of life better. I'm looking for a job that is m-f preferably full time (25 hours or more) I am happy to do meal planning and preparation and light house...
laura can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands
Skills:

CPR

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Recent senior care reviews in Portland, CT

Chelsea R.

5.0

Had hired someone before hearing from her.

- Mary M.

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.

Laura F.

5.0

Laura is a wonderful senior care provider. She gave me comfort knowing Mom was in good care. Highly recommend Laura.

- Janet H.

Kelly P.

5.0

Kelly was a such a compassionate, warm person. My Mother loved having her as her caregiver. Kelly went above and beyond all the time. She was a dream!!!!

- Susan B.

Emina K.

5.0

Due to my work schedule that requires a lot of travel time I can't be there for my mother at times but having Emina has made all the difference. Whenever I am not in town Emina takes care of my mother by keeping her company, providing entertainment, going shopping with her, cooking for her, cleaning...

- Ahmad O.

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