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60 personal assistants are listed in Amherst, MA
The average rate is $19/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby personal assistants is 5 years
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I have lived in the USA for five years, immigrated from Brazil, now an American citizen. Coming from the field of journalism and facing a new reality here in this country, I discovered my passion in helping people. I decided to dedicate myself more to this field and I am
currently studying a degree in Psycho-Pedagogy. My study...
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"Ridan is an excellent PCA. He has a bright, sunny, disposition and a carefree manner. Ridan has proven to be punctual, responsible, observant, as well as able to adapt to the progression of our family member's...
Reviewed by Todd K.
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I pay the closest attention to detail, whether it be cleaning, cooking/meal prep, office work, organizing, or managing children.
I am an experienced personal chef-preparing everything from healthful casual meal prep to gourmet and international cuisine. My passion is...
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"Cyndi has been cleaning our condo since April 2015 and does a great job. She is very detailed oriented and all the guests comment on the cleanliness of the job. She is very flexible and is always on time."
Reviewed by Trina S.
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I am an efficient/highly organized shopper; groceries, household items or clothing. I have worked as a personal assistant and as a housekeeper; both of which require organization and errand-running. Whether business or personal; all errands will be handled with efficiency and professionalism. I am equipped to handle almost any...
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I have personal experience as a primary caregiver for my elderly mother in law when she became very ill and bedridden while living in our home. During the course of several years I assisted her at various times with bathing, dressing, feeding, meal prep, medication management, blood sugar testing and insulin injections,...
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As a sister of 13 living in a house with 3 of my siblings, I have plenty of experience with children. I have also babysat for a former Berkshire County DA for 4 years, other family friends, volunteered as a Children's Church advisor, a daycare assistant, and have been a camp counselor for the past two summers.
I am passionate...
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Hi, my name is Nicole and I am a sophomore at UMass Amherst, studying psychology. I started babysitting when I was 15 for a family of 4 children, ages 3 months - 12 years. I babysat for them weekly and on weekend nights throughout high school. I also worked with toddlers at my dance studio, supervising class and teaching them...
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Hello :) My name is Kenzie and I am a senior psychology student at Umass Amherst. I have worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant for three years. This job has given me the privilege of working with many different populations. I have also learned how to provide exceptional care through this job. I can help with home care, meal...
Camryn R.
Amherst, MA
$16-22/hr • 5 yrs exp
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Hello! I am Camryn, a current senior at UMass Amherst studying Communication Disorders. I live in Amherst during the semester and I would love to nanny while there!
My upcoming semester schedule is very flexible.
I'd describe my personality as patient, empathetic, and caring.
I like working with kids because you can easily...
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Pamela B.
Amherst, MA
$28-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
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Provide in-home care for disabled, cognitively impaired, and chronically ill patients: hands-on experienced with clients suffering from stroke, dementia, multiple sclerosis, and cerebral palsy. I prepare food according to diet plan; ensure patients follow Care plans, diets, and exercise plans. I also assist with feeding,...
5.0
"Pamela is a wonderful caregiver for my elderly mother. She is dependable, flexible, eager and professional. Pam is a kind, compassionate and competent caregiver and we recommend her unreservedly."
Reviewed by Chris C.
Meg L.
Northampton, MA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
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* Friendly
* Punctual
* Detail cleaning
* Outings
* Personal care
I am a friendly, punctual, reliable, hard-working, retired teacher, looking to care for folks who need a little extra help to stay in their homes, apartments, and assisted living arrangements. I enjoy cooking, cleaning, doing laundry, helping people with their...
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"Meg is wonderful to work with. She is very compassionate in her communications. She takes in consideration that each person likes to be cared for a different way and is great at remembering the little things."
Reviewed by Winde W.
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Detail-oriented Certified Nursing Assistant with successful health care experience. With more than 6 years of experience. Compassionate with good communication skills. Strong commitment to comprehensive and individualized patient care. I worked directly with patient to assist them with activities of daily living like feeding,...
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I am a dependable, upbeat and compassionate caregiver with 7 years of experience providing care to seniors. I have experience assisting with daily activities, mobility, personal care, light housekeeping, meal prep, companionship and transporting clients to appointments.
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Hi, I'm Noelani. I'm a 23-year-old graduate student studying Library Science at Simmons University on the track to becoming a school librarian. I have 10 years of babysitting experience. 6+ years of summer camp experience and 3+ years of tutoring experience. I am Infant/Child/Adult CPR and First Aid certified.
I offer...
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I have helped seniors & young adults with disabilities: with house keeping tasks. Cleaning, meal prep, running errands, medicine management, laundry assistance & some personal care etc.
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My name is Pamela. I have been involved with senior care for over 12 years. I got in to this type of service as a way to "pay it forward" for all the help my own Mom received from really wonderful people. I love what I do and feel very close with all my clients. It is a passion for me to be kind, reliable, and trustworthy to the...
Grace K.
Northampton, MA
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
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Hi! I'm a reliable, patient, and creative person with experience caring for and teaching all ages (infant -young adult). I am extremely organized, a great multitasker, and happy to help with cleaning, cooking, and errands. I've spent many summers working as a residential assistant to elementary students in academic programs at...
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I have been babysitting for friends and family for many years. I have worked with children ages 6 months and up. I am hoping to expand my babysitting outside of friends and family now that I am fully CPR certified. I am a reliable person with reliable transportation. I am able to transport your children safely if needed. I am a...
Leah E.
Northampton, MA
$14-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Compassionate Companion: Providing Dedicated Senior Care With Heart
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I'd describe my personality as genuine.
I find caring for seniors incredibly rewarding because it allows me to give back to those who have contributed so much to society.
I'm looking for opportunities to make meaningful connections and positively impact lives.
I began caring for seniors when I was in middle school. At that...
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I've worked as a Nanny for more than 2 years and I'm currently working as a family manager and/or personal assistant. I can help with most family chores, such as doing laundry, grocery shopping, professional organizing and much more. My goal is to help you with everyday chores so that you can feel more relaxed about your day and...
5.0
"Giorgia is phenomenal! She helped us with all sorts of things like organization, pet care, food prep, errands, and anything else that I could think of to help make out daily lives a little more manageable. She...
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Priya A.
West Warren, MA
$14-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Kind, Genuine Pre-gerontology Student Seeking Work As A Personal Care Assistant!
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Hello!
I am a caring, detail-oriented pre-med student with a goal in gerontology seeking high-quality work experience!
I have 5 years worth of experience assisting those from a number of cultures (American, Indian, Russian, French, Korean, Turkish, and Dominican). My job-related skills include domestic tasks such as cooking...
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"She's great and so focused i've known her for years taking care of my grandma while I was at work definitely missed her when she moved away for college"
Reviewed by Alexis F.
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Recent personal assistant reviews in Amherst, MA
Ridan D.
5.0
Ridan is an excellent PCA. He communicates well and has a bright, sunny, disposition and a carefree manner. Ridan has proven to be punctual, responsible, observant, as well as able to adapt to the progression of our family member's condition and resulting changes to the care plan.
When not...
- Todd K.
Cynthia M.
5.0
Cyndi has been cleaning our condo since April 2015 and does a great job. She is very detailed oriented and all the guests comment on the cleanliness of the job. She is very flexible and is always on time.
- Trina S.
Pamela B.
5.0
Pamela is a wonderful caregiver for my elderly mother. She is dependable, flexible, eager and professional. Pam is a kind, compassionate and competent caregiver and we recommend her unreservedly.
- Chris C.
Meg L.
5.0
Meg is wonderful to work with. She is very compassionate in her communications. She takes in consideration that each person likes to be cared for a different way and is great at remembering the little things.
- Winde W.
Giorgia N.
5.0
Giorgia is phenomenal! She helped us with all sorts of things like organization, pet care, food prep, errands, and anything else that I could think of to help make out daily lives a little more manageable. She is incredibly efficient, organized, and smart. She is a flexible and creative thinker and...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding personal assistants in Amherst
In 2024, how much does it cost to hire a personal assistant in Amherst, MA?
The average rate for hiring a personal assistant in Amherst, MA on Care.com as of May, 2024 is $19.67 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 Amherst?
Care.com has 9 personal assistants in Amherst, 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 Amherst 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 Amherst?
Most personal assistants in Amherst, 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 Amherst. Additionally, some personal assistants are okay with performing pet care or even light housekeeping duties, but these duties are less common.
Ratings for Amherst, MA personal assistants listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Personal Assistants in Amherst, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed personal assistants.