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Susan S.

Certified Caregiver

Colchester, CT

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Live-in home care
home modification
dementia
hospice services
respite care
+ 1 more
I have more than 30 years of experience as a certified caregiver for seniors, including Dementia and all stages of Alzheimer's. I have provided live-in, overnight and intermittent care, medication management and transfers. I am a licensed, insured driver for appointments and errands.

Martha D. says "Susan is an excellent Caregiver and a pleasure to work with. She is punctual, dependable, and always goes above and beyond when caring for our Mother. She...

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Linda Z.

Part Time Senior Caregiver

Colchester, CT

from
$10/hr
10 years experience
Personal care
dementia
I work in 3 nursing homes on Long Island. I have also cared for my father who had Dementia for 10 years and I currently care for my mom who struggles with Cancer. I respect the seniors individual personality and want to help them to remain as self reliant as they possibly can (even if that is just doing small things). I enjoy...
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Karen C.

Colchester, CT

from
$22/hr
5 years experience
Transportation
light cleaning
errands
meal prep
I'm a compassionate and reliable companion and homemaker with hands-on experience supporting individuals with dementia. For the past year, I've been a full-time caregiver for my own mother, which has given me deep insight into the patience, understanding, and attentiveness needed in caregiving. I've also volunteered with...
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Brendon B.

Registered Nurse

Colchester, CT

from
$17/hr
2 years experience
Mobility assistance
dementia
companionship
hospice services
respite care
I'd describe my personality as friendly, outgoing, and personable. I like caring for seniors because our seniors have done so much for our community, are entrenched in our history, and have amazing stories to tell. I'm looking for a job to provide skilled nursing care in the home setting for those who require it. I'm also not...
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Tracy M.

Full-Time Private Duty Care Caregiver

East Haddam, CT

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Personal care
home modification
dementia
hospice services
respite care
Certified & Insured PCT with 25 yrs experience in the medical field. I provide quality in home care for your loved ones promoting safe, healthy, happy, independent living. I also have great experience with Dementia and Alzheimer's. References available upon request.

Kalyn S. says "Tracy naturally digs into her work and is thorough - meaning, you likely aren't going to have to ask her to do something, but you may have to ask her why...

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Jacqueline M.

Reliable And Trustworthy

East Hampton, CT

from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Hospice services
dementia
companionship
errands
live-in home care
+ 1 more
Hello, I am a caring and dependable caregiver with experience in everything from companionship, doctor visits, budget shopping, cooking healthy meals, exercising to improve range of motion, memory care, dementia, gardening, light housekeeping, bathing, grooming, laundry, and all forms of activities of daily living. Reach out to...
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Katheryn A.

Compassionate And Reliable Private Caregiver

Columbia, CT

from
$28/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
dementia
companionship
errands
mobility assistance
+ 1 more
Hello Families, I'm a compassionate and reliable private caregiver with years of hands-on experience providing quality elder care. I'm passionate about creating a safe, active, and emotionally supportive environment for each of my clients. I'm here to provide exactly what you need, no agency involved. What I Offer: Sensitive...
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Jaylencia Y.

Caregiver

East Hampton, CT

from
$23/hr
4 years experience
Transportation
light cleaning
errands
meal prep
I'm 21 years old and have dedicated the past four years to caring for elderly individuals and children with special needs. My experience has allowed me to build deep, trusting relationships with my clients, providing them with compassionate, in-person care. I was the trusted caregiver for my last client until he passed away, and...
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Elizabeth C.

Retired RN Of 15 Years, Overnights Are My Specialty!

East Haddam, CT

from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hospice services
dementia
companionship
errands
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello! I'm a retired cardiac RN of 15 years. I have extensive experience with the elderly and medically vulnerable, including hospice patients & have been consistently providing home caregiving to clients since 2020. I am now looking to become independent and branch out on my own. I'm willing to do housework (general...
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Ellen J.

Compassionate Caregiver

East Haddam, CT

from
$22/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
errands
dementia
light cleaning
transportation
+ 1 more
Hello! My life experience and professional experience is mainly with children, but I recently began visiting the elderly through church and learned how rewarding this line of work can be. I enjoy talking with elderly people and learning from their life experiences. In my work with children and those with special needs, I have...
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Laura C.

Responsible Caregiver/Senior care

East Haddam, CT

from
$17/hr
Transportation
light cleaning
errands
meal prep
I am a mom of 4 girls and have spent the last 12 years of my life as a stay at home mom. My youngest child is heading off to Kindergarten this year and I have some availability during school hours to help with care. My husband and I have moved all over the East Coast. I have a Studio Art Degree from NYU and a law degree from the...
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Emily M.

Emily

East Haddam, CT

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$40/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
home modification
errands
light cleaning
respite care
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as happy, outgoing and uplifting! I like caring for seniors because they are a wealth of information and always have so much to offer us younger folks if we give them the time and open our minds. I'm looking for a job that allows me to help an elderly person on a daily basis. I started caring...
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Adam B.

Part-time Caregiver Available

Amston, CT

from
$17/hr
Visiting physician
personal care
Need some help caring for yourself or a loved one? I can do just that. Cleaning, light personal grooming, and keeping company are all things I can do. I can sit down and play board games, craft, or even just talk to you or your loved one. I don't have any paid experience with Senior Care, but I do have elderly grandparents...
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Erin A.

Adult Caregiver

Moodus, CT

from
$17/hr
5 years experience
Live-in home care
errands
dementia
light cleaning
personal care
+ 1 more
I currently assist a 97-year-old 3 days per week. I handle errands, cooking, meal planning, organization, cleaning, yard work, and more. Additionally I helped care for my grandmother for seven years. She had Dementia and I assisted with meal times, exercise and bathing/bathroom. I am extremely patient and have a cheery...
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Vicki P.

Part Time /full Time/ Or Limited Short Term Care Giver

Niantic, CT

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
Respite care
home modification
dementia
personal care
visiting physician
I am a dedicated caregiver. I bring with me compassion, patience, and a genuine love for seniors. I am energetic and responsible. I enjoy helping seniors with the day to day care they need (including care plan adherence, bathing, housekeeping, meal prep, companionship, games, errands and appointments) and at the same time give...

Care Member says "Vicki is kind, thoughtful, patient and creative. She listens to your needs as well as the people she cares for. She is always enthusiastic and wants to...

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Perpetual A.

East Hartford, CT

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience
Hospice services
dementia
companionship
errands
live-in home care
+ 1 more
I am a caregiver of years experience. This is what I do and I love my job, I am compassionate caregiver, I do 24 hour care (live in) and also hourly care. I do hospice, personal, supervising and companion care. I assist with bathing, feeding, laundry, medications, errands etc

Care Member says "She's very good at what she does. Very polite and respectful. "

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Laura C.

Full Time Caregiver Available

Manchester, CT

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience
Hospice services
dementia
companionship
errands
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have provided personal assistant care which included, bathing, grooming, dressing, home cleaning and cooking. I have experience with Alzheimer clients and cancer patients. I provided transportation to and from appointments or any daily tasks in and out of home. I am CPR certified and currently hold an up to date EMT LICENSE.

Emily H. says "Laura is very kind and personable. She is a great listener and is responsive to whatever I need. Her schedule did not match up with mine for the long-term,...

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Jennifer G.

LPN Seeks Part-Time Caregiver Position

Gales Ferry, CT

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hospice services
dementia
companionship
errands
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have been an LPN for the past 20 years, working in a variety of hospitals, nursing homes, and doctors offices. My nursing license is current and in excellent standing in TX, NY, CT, and VT - I am CPR, BLS, and ALS certified. My skills are diverse and well rounded, and I LOVE what I do. Allow me to show you how I can be of the...

Care Member says "We hired Jen to help with home care while my wife recovered from a fall. She was a reliable and indespensable part of her recovery process. She stepped...

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Jennifer F.

Experienced And Reliable

East Lyme, CT

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Hospice services
dementia
companionship
errands
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello and thank you for reading my profile. I am Jennifer and I live in East Lyme. I am a licensed Certified nurses aide of Connecticut. I have been working in the private sector for over 15 years. My past clients have consist of Cancer patients, Dementia, Parkinsons, ALS and clients who just need help at home. I believe in...

Ethan T. says "I cannot adequately describe how fortunate I am to have had Jennifer as a caregiver for my mother. My mother loved her, my dog loved her, and I immediately...

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Azalia H.

Exceptional Communication Skills, Patience, Empathy, And A Friendly Attitude When Handling Patients.

East Hartford, CT

5.0(1)
from
$21/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
errands
dementia
home modification
meal prep
+ 1 more
Compassionate caregiver with over eight years of experience providing exceptional care to the elderly and disabled. Skilled in assisting with daily activities, including medication administration, meal preparation and personal care.

Michael S. says "Azalia was terrific! She worked with me for 10 days while I was visiting her town. She helped me with bathing, dressing, medication reminders, and more....

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  • 60 caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.50/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated caregivers is 5.0

Recent caregiver reviews from local parents in Colchester, CT

Caregivers in Colchester, CT are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed caregivers

Susan S.

Susan is an excellent Caregiver and a pleasure to work with. She is punctual, dependable, and always goes above and beyond when caring for...

- Martha D.

Tracy M.

Tracy naturally digs into her work and is thorough - meaning, you likely aren't going to have to ask her to do something, but you may have...

- Kalyn S.

Vicki P.

Vicki is kind, thoughtful, patient and creative. She listens to your needs as well as the people she cares for. She is always enthusiastic...

- Care member

FAQs for finding caregivers in Colchester, CT

Most private senior caregiver services in Colchester, CT 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 Colchester.

The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Colchester, CT on Care.com as of June, 2025 is $16.50 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.

There are currently 4 caregivers in Colchester, CT on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Colchester, CT 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 Colchester before making a hiring decision.

Yes, caregivers near you in Colchester, CT 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.

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