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60 caregivers are listed in Cohoes, NY
The average rate is $23/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby caregivers is 10 years
Caregivers in Cohoes, NY
5.0
(11)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Great day!!! My name is Magdeline but most refer to me as Maggie. I've been in the nursing field for 8 years & in home care for 9 years. I've worked in private care cases Until I obtained my certificate as a Personal Care Aid in 2008. I obtained my CNA (certified nursing certificate) shortly after. The last hospital setting I...
Magdeline can also help with: Live-in home care, personal care, dementia, respite care
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
CNA
5.0
"Maggie is gentle quiet speaking caring and a joy to be around. She has a wonderful spirit."
Mary R.
New grad LPN with 10+ years experience with patient care. Experience with home care, with patients in acute care settings and hospice. Keen attention to detail, very soft spoken and endless patience.
I am also an avid painter and would love to keep your loved one busy with creative projects.
Moriah can also help with: Dementia, personal care, hospice services, respite care
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
I'd describe my personality as
Very bubbly
Very fun
Easy goin
I like caring for seniors because I have a soft spot for them I always wanted to be that person they can depend on and trust with their care and life basically I love to make them feel n kno that it's nice caring ppl out here in the world that genuinely care about...
Rakiema can also help with: Meal prep, errands, home modification, light cleaning, transportation, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Kailee K.
Watervliet, NY
$20-40/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I worked at CMH as a PCA for 4 years. I'm very experienced in caring for the elderly, wether it was helping patients with getting stronger and healthier again or giving the patients and their families nurturing care during their final days. I'm able to assist with bathing, toileting, feeding, transferring and spending quality...
Kailee can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, meal prep, dementia, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Kailee is compassionate, kind, dedicated and dependable. If you need help with Senior care, I highly recommend Kailee. She was always punctual and provided excellent service to my 85 year-old father who was recovering from multiple hospitalizations. Kailee helped...
Jennifer R.
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: Meal prep, dementia, personal care, errands, light cleaning, companionship & more
5.0
"Lynne is amazing! She took care of my mother in law from the time she came home from the hospital until she passed away. She is extremely patient with her clients and is a very caring and compassionate caregiver. Lynne made a difficult time for our family much...
Paula N.
5.0
(2)
Love seeing the smiles on someone you do for, and care for. We all need help sometimes, and i like to help ones who deserve and need it!
Thomas can also help with: Live-in home care, home modification, personal care, companionship, hospice services, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
5.0
"I have known Tommy for 7 years. He is the most respected, reliable person I know!! Always on time and there for you if you need him. Clean and very trustworthy. If anyone would hire him for anything they would not be disappointed as he gives 200% into EVERY thing...
Donato F.
Danielle D.
Schenectady, NY
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Very Flexible And Reliable Caretaker Available. Amazing References
3.8
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, Danielle here. I have lived in the capital district my entire life and love doing what I do.
I'm a very flexible, strong, compassionate, reliable and smart woman that truly enjoys most aspects of Home health care.
I offer years of knowledge relating to diabetes, ALS, Parkinson's, dementia, quads, ROM, diets, and so much...
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Great, happy, smart woman with lots of tips that have helped tremendously!! Always on time and communicates very well.
Our family was so happy we hired Danielle to help during this awful time!!
"
Sandra F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 18 plus years experience as a caregiver. While providing quality care in all settings. I have had the opportunity to assist in providing care to various populations: Alzheimer, Lewy Body Dementia, Parkinson Disease, disabilities that are classified under the OPWDD umbrella. Additionally, I have provided tracheotomy care...
Leslie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, hospice services, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Leslie was amazing! She cared for my father for a week until he passed away and in that time she became family. He was very medically complex and she handled it all so well. She was so attentive to my father and always went above and beyond. She even came over on a...
Colleen K.
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: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands, hospice services, companionship, dementia & more
5.0
"Wendy is caring and went above and beyond to help. "
Blair M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Over 8 years in the medical field. I am currently doing care for seniors. I am a nursing student studying to become an RN, Certified Phlebotomy Technician, Certified Medical Assistant, Certified Nursing Assistant, HHA, PCA, and CPR certified. I have cared for many clients of all ages. I have wonderful references and am very...
Danielle can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Danielle cared for my mom who was receiving Hospice care at home. From day one, she wrapped her arms around the family with support and compassionate care. She helped all of us during a very difficult time and did it in a way that was skillful, empathetic and...
Michele P.
4.9
(13)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello I've been in the health care field for over 16yrs. It's been my passion and I'm very proud of the care and love I give to my clients.
Monique can also help with: Personal care, respite care, home modification, hospice services, live-in home care, dementia & more
5.0
"Monique cared for my mother-in-law in her last few days of life. She was very respectful and comforting to both my mom and the rest of the family. Monique arrived on-time and even picked up around the house on her overnight stays with us. I would highly recommend...
Kim C.
5.0
(1)
25 years experienced kind trustworthy dependable love what I do Can start immediately up to date shots Vast medical knowledge and experience with several forms of Dementia Diabetes COPD Parkinson's Heart and liver Disease Cancer End of life Care Sundowners Mobility Issues Memory Care and C Diff
Love pets love to cook organized...
Dayna can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, errands, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
5.0
"Dayna is awesome!! She not only provided great care for first my Mom and then my Dad, she basically ran the house for them taking care of cleaning, shopping, laundry, and anything else that was needed. This was all done with total transparency and full...
Dianna D.
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: Meal prep, live-in home care, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
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.
5.0
(10)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have over 25 years of care giving experience. I cared for a family member who was very ill . So I began caring for seniors with Alzheimer's, Dementia, Congestive heart failure and also Parkinson's. My responsibilities include companionship, personal care, making sure medicines are taken, assisting with dressing, meal...
Wendy can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, respite care, personal care
5.0
"Very caring toward elderly patients . Reliable and knowledgeable . Always carries a professional demeanor/ competent."
Michele S.
5.0
(11)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I would love to be your caregiver.
I specialize in Alzheimer's care. Having worked in nursing homes, a traumatic brain injury facility, and private care for a total of 22 years. I find I most enjoy caring for elderly people one on one in their own home.
For the past seven years I have worked with a variety of families...
Rhonda can also help with: Hospice services, errands, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, companionship & more
5.0
"My mother hired Rhonda to help her care for my father who has dementia. This was only a temporary position as we looked for a care home, but it was clear immediately that Rhonda had a great deal of experience with the kind of work required for caring for someone...
Mary H.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi. My name is Kathleen E.
I've been caring for Seniors with Dementia for over 30 yrs. I have also cared for my Elderly Family too.
I was a CNA for years in various skilled nursing facilities and retirement communities and in Seniors' individual homes. After I got married, I took a break from my job to raise my kids who are...
Kathleen can also help with: Light cleaning, mobility assistance, companionship, dementia, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"When my mother was living on her own at Coburg Village I hired Kat to come in a few days a week to make her breakfast and ensure that she took her medication. Kat is compassionate by nature and always positive about things. Caring for the elderly is obviously her...
Hilary 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: Hospice services, live-in home care, errands, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Oneika provided outstanding care for my mom in her final days."
Kristin E.
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: Companionship, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I like that Akosua is very responsible reliable and compassionate about her clients and job"
Care member
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: Dementia, companionship, light cleaning, personal care, errands, meal prep & 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.
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, errands, transportation, meal prep, light cleaning
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Recent caregiver reviews in Cohoes, NY
Magdeline P.
5.0
Maggie was a complete professional in helping to care for our dad. Maggie did overnights with him as he recovered from surgery. She is kind and helpful. She was calm and could redirect him if he became upset. Highly recommend her!
- Care member
Kailee K.
5.0
Kailee is compassionate, kind, dedicated and dependable. If you need help with Senior care, I highly recommend Kailee. She was always punctual and provided excellent service to my 85 year-old father who was recovering from multiple hospitalizations. Kailee helped with everything from companionship...
- Jennifer R.
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.
Thomas F.
5.0
Tom is very reliable and responsible. He was a terrific helper to an elderly family member during a time when it was desperately needed. He took care of all of the basic housekeeping and companion care needs for this family member, and was highly regarded by her daughters.
- MICHELLE Z.
Danielle D.
5.0
Great, happy, smart woman with lots of tips that have helped tremendously!! Always on time and communicates very well.
Our family was so happy we hired Danielle to help during this awful time!!
- Sandra F.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Cohoes, NY
What caregiver services can I find near me in Cohoes, NY?
Most private senior caregiver services in Cohoes, 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 Cohoes.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Cohoes, NY in 2024?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Cohoes, NY on Care.com as of May, 2024 is $23.00 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 Cohoes, NY?
There are currently 3 caregivers in Cohoes, NY on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Cohoes, 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 Cohoes before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Cohoes, NY background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Cohoes, 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 Cohoes, NY caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Caregivers in Cohoes, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews of the 60 listed caregivers.