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Upbeat, fit, healthy recently retired RN, but want to work as an unlicensed caregiver.
Love working with seniors, have confidence, flexibility, and easy going personality
Mary can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, errands, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
CPR
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I would be happy to care for you or your loved one! I had the pleasure of providing personal care to my father in the end stages of his life. Since then, I have decided to become a full time personal caregiver. Just some background about me, I have worked with people with traumatic brain injuries and developmental disabilities...
Jessica can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, errands, dementia & more
5.0
"Jessica helped us out one day when our regular carer was out of town. Jessica was great! Even though my wife was a little difficult and not too welcoming at first, by the end of the day they were being quite silly together, and my wife asked when Jessica was coming...
Andrew S.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 15+ years of experience. I am highly dependable and love taking care of the elderly. I am also committed to helping patients maintain the highest level of independent living and I look for ways to enrich the lives of those I am caring for. I have worked with clients with Parkinson's, dementia, including Alzheimer's & Lewy...
Heidi can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, dementia, errands, live-in home care, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"It is a true pleasure to write this recommendation for Heidi. I have known and worked with Heidi for 4 over years. She is compassionate by nature and her previous clients who I have known also speak very highly of her and the care she has provided.
Not only is...
Juliette R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
caregi er with 10 years of experience working in the private sector. passionate about elder care. charismatic, caring and calm. Able to provide both physical and emotional support to clients. Culturally sensitive.
I'd describe my personality as patience, compassionate and dependable caregiver.
I like caring for seniors...
Antonia can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, errands, dementia, hospice services, meal prep & more
5.0
"Antonia has provided wonderful care for my 90 year old parents and can strongly recommend her. She brings warmth and vitality to the home yet is confident, serious and knowledgeable with her care-taking duties. She is reliable, flexible and has had huge success...
Dolores F.
5.0
(1)
I have cared for the elderly at their own homes, helped with bathing, changing and feeding. I have worked with stroke patients and dementia patients.
Anne can also help with: Errands, dementia, respite care, personal care, meal prep, light cleaning & more
5.0
(1)
I have worked in the healthcare industry since right out of high school. My first love is geriatrics and I spent 15 years in a nursing home doing caregiving. From there I was in doctor offices doing clerical work and spent 13 years secretary. Recently the past 5 years I have done home care with a 92-year-old women until her...
Kimberley can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Kim took care of my Mom for the past 5 years till recently. She is very knowledgeable at her job. She always went above and beyond caring for my Mom. My Mom was a on hands client. Kim had no issues with her job, and my family and I had no issues with her taking...
Debra P.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Lisa and I have 16 plus years of experience helping seniors with numerous kinds of care! I also enjoy helping people who are not seniors so I can be quite helpful with families but I do find working with seniors the most rewarding!
I can help with a variety of things including:
Personal care, companionship...
Lisa can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, home modification, dementia, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Lisa took care of my mother so I could go into the office for the day. She helped with light cleaning, meal prep, and care taking. She offered some great suggestions to help my mom in the future. Highly recommend!!"
Melissa C.
Hi! I'm Shauna, 32 years young!
I have been a caregiver for 12 years. CNA/HHA, currently a nanny.
Please reach out if you would like to speak more! Thank you so much!
Shauna can also help with: Personal care, dementia, hospice services
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
Hello. My kids are in college and I am looking for a part time position. I'm very comfortable meeting and talking with new people!
Donna can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, transportation
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Homecare is my specialty as a nurse I am highly skilled as well. I enjoy eldercare especially. I have worked in homecare for a variety of clients young and elder on and off for many years, I also have a lot of experienced in a skilled setting working in hospitals and senior homes. I have been a registered nurse since 1982. I...
Elizabeth J can also help with: Companionship, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Hello! My name is Amanda and I have just moved back to Merrimack, NH after finishing my senior year at UNH. I am a caregiver with 2 years of experience, a great listener, and enjoy spending my time working with nursing homes and hospitals to ensure quality care for senior patients. I have primarily worked with young children in...
Amanda can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, errands, mobility assistance, dementia & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Wound Care
Sometimes it can be tricky with being elderly or having your parents without a companion. I can cook meal, clean, and I'm great with pets! I hope to be a great fit for you and your family!
Emily can also help with: Respite care, personal care, home modification
2.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a Retired RN, I recently moved back to my home state, and Living in Bedford, Have recent caregiver experience with senior helping Seniors and Private Duty in St Louis
Jill can also help with: Hospice services, visiting nurse
1.0
(1)
I work with a nonverbal autistic gentleman for 9yrs that lived in my home! I was also employed as a job coach for the mentally and physically challenged I started my caregiving career with my grandmother who raised me, I promised her I would never put her in a nursing home! When she started getting worse with dementia I sold my...
Tom can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, live-in home care, errands, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
Wound Care
While putting myself though college in CT in the late 1990's, I took a job with a senior-care agency. I went into the job thankful just to have found something that afforded me an opportunity to earn a little extra cash and fit with my flexible schedule. However, I did not expect to love the work as much as I came to. My clients...
Colleen can also help with: Respite care, live-in home care, hospice services
Caregiver, animal lover, bargain shopper, NH born and raised. Having 5+ years experience with senior care specializing in quality of life practices/ programs, I am the all around Caregiver that will not only provide assistance with basic care needs but also make things fun! Sensory crafts, religious programs, music, outdoor...
Rachel can also help with: Mobility assistance, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Isabella P.
Merrimack, NH
$18-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Compassionate Occupational Therapist With Pediatric & Geriatric Experience
Hello! My name is Isabella (Izzy) and I am an occupational therapist actively seeking caregiving opportunities in the greater Nashua, NH area. I have extensive caregiving and OT experience in pediatric clinics, nursing homes as well as hospitals. I am known for my caring, compassionate disposition and positive attitude. With my...
Isabella can also help with: Companionship, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, errands
Skills:
CPR
I'd describe my personality as honest kind and dependable.
In my spare time, I like to garden, family time, cook, hike.
Caregiver as a PCA through an agency in client's homes as well as in facilities. Memory care. I've been doing this since I was 14 but not continuous. Life circumstances, for a while, caused career choices to be primarily based on finances but I am so happy to be able to come back to follow my passion which is caregiving. I'm...
Corene can also help with: Respite care, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services & more
Jessica H.
Litchfield, NH
$23/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Caregiver Looking To Care For Your Loved One!
I have been in the human service profession for about 20 years. I began my career doing caregiving providing care to folks with multiple disabilities. I later went on to college to get my degree where I became a BA level social worker. I currently do part time work with an agency in Nashua doing Case Management for adults with...
Jessica can also help with: Mobility assistance, light cleaning, dementia, errands, companionship, meal prep & more
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Recent caregiver reviews in Amherst, NH
Jessica H.
5.0
Jessica is so caring and patient with my husband who suffers with PCA/ALZ. She is always punctual and responsible. She goes above and beyond my expectations for my husband’s care.
- Care member
Heidi D.
5.0
When Mom's husband passed away suddenly, we needed to take Mom into our home that same day. At 83 years old and with fairly progressed Alzheimer's, Mom needed constant supervision and care. After some initial communication we decided to meet with Heidi in-person. During that meeting, Heidi was...
- Peter D.
Antonia K.
5.0
Antonia has provided wonderful care for my 90 year old parents and can strongly recommend her. She brings warmth and vitality to the home yet is confident, serious and knowledgeable with her care-taking duties. She is reliable, flexible and has had huge success with difficult situations.....and a...
- Dolores F.
Kimberley B.
5.0
Kim took care of my Mom for the past 5 years till recently. She is very knowledgeable at her job. She always went above and beyond caring for my Mom. My Mom was a on hands client. Kim had no issues with her job, and my family and I had no issues with her taking care of my mom. She was always on time...
- Debra P.
Lisa H.
5.0
Lisa takes care of my elderly father who is impacted by ALZ. She is very conscientious and caring with him. She manages personal care and meals as well as interacting with him socially. She is also very reliable and communicative at appropriate times. I would recommend Lisa for elder care.
- Lisa M.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Amherst, NH
What caregiver services can I find near me in Amherst, NH?
Most private senior caregiver services in Amherst, NH 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 Amherst.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Amherst, NH in 2024?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Amherst, NH on Care.com as of May, 2024 is $15.00 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 Amherst, NH?
There are currently 1 caregivers in Amherst, NH on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Amherst, NH 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 Amherst before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Amherst, NH background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Amherst, NH 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.