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60 caregivers are listed in Albany, NY
The average rate is $20/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby caregivers is 6 years
Caregivers in Albany, NY
5.0
(3)
I have over 20 years of experience working with the Elderly population.
I am professional, compassionate, and committed to providing the best care possible.
I can provide references.
Wendy can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, companionship, errands, dementia, meal prep & more
5.0
"Wendy took care of my father when he had Alzheimer’s and she was absolutely phenomenal! My mother and father both adored Wendy and could always rely on her for care and support! She quickly became like a member of our family. I highly recommend Wendy! She is...
Belinda M.
Mary-kathleen B.
Albany, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Retired Rn Looking For Caregiver Position Part time. Companion And Help At Home, Errands.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Retired RN back in workforce , last 12 years many elder cases , cooking , cleaning , meds and Dr appts. Dementia, visually impaired patients, hospice . Activities of daily living . Really enjoy listening to people's life stories and seeing the joy as they relive their memories.
Fully vaccinated and boosted.
Mary-kathleen can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care, errands, dementia, meal prep, companionship & more
5.0
"Kate has served our family with nearly three wonderful years of caretaking for my 95 year old Nana. Her care and compassion are unmatched! My Nana has several chronic diseases that Kate helped our family navigate and treat with the same level of devotion and...
Katie B.
5.0
(4)
I am a passionate caregiver/ companion with over 10 yrs of experience in long term/ end of life care. I have worked with Alzheimer's and Dementia patients. I have also worked in rehabilitation. I am knowledgeable in med administration, specialty diets and how to prepare them; such as puree, mechanical soft, moist ground, ect. As...
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, live-in home care, meal prep, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Sara has always been a reliable hard-working compassionate person, Always being attentive to the needs of others and helping to improve their quality of life. I have known her for the last 20 years working with her as a colleague"
Amelia M.
Lynne H.
Albany, NY
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(9)
Hi my name is Lynne, I am a compassionate, reliable, honest caregiver.. My caregiving began over 30 years ago caring for my paraplegic mother. She had a massive brain stem stroke. I decided to care for her full time along with my Dad, sister and 4 daughters. On February 14, 1987 (after a 8 month stay in the hospital) our care...
Lynne can also help with: Personal care, companionship, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, errands & more
5.0
"Let Lynne know what you need and she will absolutely provide it. The care she and her staff provided to my parents was outstanding. I have recommended Lynne to several friends and colleagues in the past."
Tom B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
I am have over a decade of experience in caring for clients in their home and assisted living. So much so that I pursued an education in Nursing, graduating from College.
My passion and enthusiasm for home-care is relentless and I enjoy caring for people. It is my goal to offer you and your loved the best care...
Oneika can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, errands, live-in home care & more
5.0
"You can DEPEND on this woman! Patient, hard working ,and motivated. Her knowledge and treatment suggestions have been so helpful. We appreciate everything you’ve done here so far. "
Care member
5.0
(8)
I am a Pca, Cna and residential counselor with over 16 years of experience. I provide my individuals with assistance in their activities of their daily living and I also am medication certified so I can assist with medicine management and appointments etc. I love what I do, it gives me great joy and fulfillment to help others...
Akosua can also help with: Errands, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"She was very dependable a very hard dedicated employee."
Care member
I'd describe my personality as passionate caring helpful
I like caring for seniors because it makes them happy knowing they have someone to look forward to as far as a helping hand with their daily needs and it also gives the family a piece of mind
I started caring for seniors when I was in my early 20's
In my spare time, I...
Rosemarie can also help with: Companionship, transportation, light cleaning, meal prep, errands
I am a family-oriented person who loves life, people, and the great outdoors. I am an extrovert who has been giving care for over 25 years. I am a jovial girl who enjoys great conversations and loves to laugh and bring a smile to others. I take great pride in my patients, and the care that I provide. I would be honored to serve...
Marsherene can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, live-in home care, hospice services, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CNA
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been working in the nursing field for the past 20+ years. Working in LTC setting and hospital setting. I am certified by NYS and BLS certified by Red Cross. I am very passionate about my job because I feel I make a difference in their lives, and their care, and in return it makes a difference to my life that I can do the...
Mari-lee can also help with: Respite care, personal care, live-in home care, hospice services, dementia
Skills:
CNA
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a certified occupational therapy assistant who loves working with all people in helping them experience life to the fullest.
Jessica can also help with: Mobility assistance, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, personal care
Skills:
CPR
I have worked as a CNA for over 12 years, both privately and for nursing homes. I enjoy caring for others, helping people live their best life and to the fullest.
Bonita can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, companionship, personal care, mobility assistance, respite care & more
Skills:
CNA
Experience with Alzheimer's/Dementia
Love to do engaging activities with my individuals such as arts and crafts, baking, going out to community events and more
Joscelyn can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
I have experience in caring for both the able and disabled elderly in multiple settings such as nursing homes, hospitals, and homes. I am very flexible as I can take on a variety of responsibilities such as preparing meals, feeding, cleaning/laundry, bathing, dressing, transportation and medication assistance.
Kayla can also help with: Transportation, dementia, errands, meal prep, light cleaning
I am an LPN with senior, Alzheimer's/Dementia and developmental disability special needs experience. I am also a independent Homecare contractor/case manager providing companionship, medication, light tidying and meal prep services for clients in their homes and facilities. I am looking to provide care for 10-25 hours a week.
Yolanda can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, visiting nurse, respite care, personal care
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Passionate about providing compassionate care to those in need, I'm dedicated to ensuring a safe and comfortable home environment for my clients. Whether it's companionship, medical support, or daily living assistance, I'm here to make a positive difference in the lives of those I care for. Your well-being and comfort are my top...
Eiman can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, dementia, light cleaning, errands, personal care & more
Skills:
CPR
My name is Abang. I am currently a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA). I am in nursing school. I've had years of experience in home care. I am very passionate, kind and patient which I think are very important in this position. My schedule can be flexible, communicate your needs and I'll do my best to care for your loved ones!
Abang can also help with: Live-in home care, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, transportation
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Working with consumers direct choice , I'm currently working with a client Sunday , Monday , Wednesday, Friday. Anything on the those free days I have would be greatly fitting to my schedule. My job consists of , feeding him , cleaning , cooking. Etc . I'm very familiar with a lot. My client can not move from the neck down so...
Miracle can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, hospice services, meal prep
Hi! My name is Paige, I graduated from Flagler College in St. Augustine FL where I focused in psychology. I have returned back to the Albany area to be closer to family and to pursue a degree in nursing. I am halfway through my RN program and I am eager to gain more experience and put my caring nurturing personality to good use...
Paige can also help with: Personal care, live-in home care, dementia
Ulyana B.
Albany, NY
$15-35/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello,
I have Master degree in Psychology and last 10 years worked as HR Manager. I take care for one nice old lady from 2022 till now, but I have additional free hours what I can use to provide help for one who needs. I have 1, 6 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Home Care, care giving or...
Ulyana can also help with: Meal prep, personal care, errands, dementia, light cleaning
I currently work as a Professional Independent contractor Private hire caregiver, with over 15yrs experience in the field. I also have certification as a home health aide. I have worked in facilities and private homes. I am very passionate about caring for the elderly and people with disabilities. I am able to provide both...
Amber can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, errands, live-in home care, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Wound Care
CNA
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Recent caregiver reviews in Albany, NY
Wendy B.
5.0
Wendy is caring and went above and beyond to help.
- Blair M.
Mary-kathleen B.
5.0
Kate has served our family with nearly three wonderful years of caretaking for my 95 year old Nana. Her care and compassion are unmatched! My Nana has several chronic diseases that Kate helped our family navigate and treat with the same level of devotion and attention that any one family member...
- Katie B.
Sarah J.
5.0
I love Sarah J! She was the best care taker my family ever had. Her attention to detail, kindness and gentleness was top tier. Money can’t buy the quality of work she provides. I hope every person in need can find a care taker as excellent as Sarah.
- Care member
Lynne H.
5.0
Lynne is a caring and compassionate caregiver. She treats all those she cares as if they were family. She is reliable and dependable. Lynne develops trusting relationships with both the patient and family. An employee you would definitely want on your team!
- Michelle L.
Oneika M.
5.0
Oneika provided outstanding care for my mom in her final days.
- Kristin E.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Albany, NY
What caregiver services can I find near me in Albany, NY?
Most private senior caregiver services in Albany, NY will offer companionship, safety supervision, and assistance with daily activities in the comfort of the person's home. Caregivers can help seniors to move safely around their home, provide social and emotional support, assist with different degrees of personal care (bathing, dressing, or feeding), and help with meal preparations or light housekeeping. They can also help your loved one with medication reminders, and some can even drive them to any errand or doctor appointments around Albany.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Albany, NY in 2024?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Albany, NY on Care.com as of May, 2024 is $20.51 per hour. This cost may fluctuate depending on the type of assistance needed by your senior loved one and the caregiver's experience and certifications.
How do I find private caregivers near me in Albany, NY?
There are currently 35 caregivers in Albany, NY on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Albany, NY or zip code, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options. From there, compare candidates by reading about their experience working with seniors, the type of caregiving services they provide, and their hourly rate. Be sure to run background checks and check references from other families in Albany before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Albany, NY background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Albany, NY on Care.com are asked to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. Senior caregivers who complete this background check will have a badge on their profile displaying the date it was run. While CareCheck is a good start, we strongly recommend that you follow some additional steps for hiring a caregiver for seniors safely, which include interviewing candidates, checking references, and running your own background check. Visit our Safety Center to learn more.
Ratings for Albany, NY caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Caregivers in Albany, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 29 reviews of the 60 listed caregivers.