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60 caregivers are listed in Dorchester, MA
The average rate is $19/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby caregivers is 4 years
Caregivers in Dorchester, MA
Aracy W.
Watertown, MA
$25-40/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am a caregiver with experience in: alzhiemers, accompany shopping, wash clothes and clean the patient's room, comfortable with pets, take care of nails, cut hair, bath and cook. First language Portuguese (Brazil) and US citizen. I am immensely pleased to be able to make a difference in the family, which is in need of my...
Aracy can also help with: Personal care, home modification, companionship, light cleaning, meal prep, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
5.0
"Aracy takes care of my grandmother whenever none of us can. She has a really kind heart and does everything my grandma asks without hesitation. We all adore Aracy very much !"
Haissa N.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been a companion/caregiver since 2017 for ladies with dementia. I love dogs & cats. I love to cook and am an excellent cook. I will do light housework, laundry, grocery shopping, errands, take to Dr appointments, movies etc . I am very patient, compassionate, trustworthy. dependable, funny and love to chat and I am really...
Cathy can also help with: Dementia, personal care
5.0
"Cathy is amazing and so helpful to my elderly dad who had open heart surgery recently. I hired her while I was in Boston, and although I live in SF, I can trust and sleep peacefully that she will be get what needs to be done from meal prep, cleaning, and walking...
Emma T.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have experience in patient care; at home, nursing home, hospice and private duty care. I've been a CNA for over 20 yrs, and love giving my patients quality of life! There is no limit to the care I extend to my clients. Bringing compassion, wit, thick skin, and not afraid to get my hands dirty. I exceed expectations for my...
Kathleen can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services, errands, personal care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
Wound Care
5.0
"Can not imagine a better choice for a caregiver ... high-energy, no-task-too-small-or-large; excellent communication skills and became a trusted companion within the first visit. She injects a spirit of fun and laughter into every visit while making sure health and...
Ron G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I help take care of my elderly grandparents who are 95 and 93 and require 24 hour live in care. I'm caring and attentive, and try to make the client feel comfortable and secure.
Lindsey can also help with: Live-in home care
5.0
"Lindsey is a very nice girl, dependable, reliable, always on time. I hired her as my Personal Care Assistant, and always she did a great job, she is listening to my needs and my requests. I am more than pleased with her. I highly recommend her"
Silvia H.
4.8
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm currently is a caregiver for one man who are 90
years old. Part of my duties are preparing meal or heat up food, keep them company, take walks with them, light housekeeping and running errands.
Ginny can also help with: Visiting physician, personal care
5.0
"Ginny went above and beyond doing a deep cleaning job for a senior client. Ginny deep cleaned the client's studio apartment, did his laundry in the building and engaged in conversation with the client."
Rachel C.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I grew up helping my mother to care for both my grandmothers. From a young age, I developed meaningful compassion for elderly citizens. In my 20's, I began to spend my Saturdays volunteering at a nursing home; rain or shine I was there, biking the whole way. I would anxiously await those Saturdays. I would shave, give haircuts...
Jadna can also help with: Personal care, dementia, respite care, meal prep, errands
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"We could not be more grateful for the exceptional care Jadna (Gigi) has provided for my elderly mother-in-law over the last year. From day one, Jadna has been diligently reliable in all aspects of her job. She showed up on time to help provide care and...
Matthew P.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a conscientious, reliable and experienced PCA. My experience is extensive including home care and work in facilities. I am proficient with assisting in activities of daily life, hoyer lift and pivot transfers, g-tube feeding and many other caregiving tasks.
I went to Horizon Health Care Institute in Florida where I...
Jessica can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands, respite care, personal care, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Jessica is one of the most caring, reliable and honest person I have ever met. I would highly recommend her for even my own family members. "
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
A passionate and experienced caregiver for 20+ years experience providing compassionate and attentive care to elderly and disable individuals. I enjoy listening to older people and stories they have to tell. I am a very patient person and am always with the clients, pace following their leads, I have many years experience...
Judy can also help with: Companionship, mobility assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Judy is very knowledgeable in her field of work. She is adaptable in situations where she needs to be."
Theodora W.
Rachel K.
Randolph, MA
$20-35/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I am a dedicated and Compassionate Caregiver with six years of unwavering dedication to caregiving, I am a compassionate professional committed to enhancing the quality of life for those in need. My extensive experience spans a diverse range of care settings, including in-home care and assisted living facilities. I possess a...
Rachel can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, hospice services, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"She is kind, very patient, polite, empathic. "
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Shannon and I am 24 years old. I graduated in 2020 from Plymouth State University with a Bachelors of Science in Public Health. At school I worked as a caregiver for the elderly population for three years. I absolutely adored it and I would love to continue. Being able to make someone's life a bit easier is...
Shannon can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, dementia, live-in home care, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Shannon was wonderful she cared for my dog while I was out of town for 10 days. She was absolutely fantastic. While away she also did light housekeeping for my father who said she was the best cleaner with the best smile that he's had in 75 years! Highly recommend...
Kelley L.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have over 15 years of experience caring for seniors, assisting them with personal care, meal preparations, medication reminders, light housekeeping, errands, transportation to physicians, or family visitations, wheelchair/bed transfers, Hoyer lifts, board transfers and companionship. I am very passionate about what I do...
Christine can also help with: Errands, home modification, light cleaning, hospice services, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Christine is very knowledgeable and caring. She makes every client feel comfortable and did a lot for my mother, who loved her dearly. Christine made it possible for Mom to join in with family when her mobility was limited. Anyone would be fortunate to have...
Care member
4.9
(14)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as kind, caring, loving
I like caring for seniors because I learn so much from them
I'm looking for a job that helps me and interact with my clients.
I started caring for seniors 11 years ago.
In my spare time, I like to read books, watch movies, socialize with friends and take...
Carolyn can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, live-in home care, dementia, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"I hired Carolyn to help out my mother three days a week and her work ethic exceeded my expectations, she is kind, honest, fun, dependable, always on time, patient, compassionate, flexible, dedicated and professional. I definitely would recommend her to anyone."
Joel C.
Raudah N.
Chelsea, MA
$30/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi there I'm a home health aide with a 7 year experience.
"I am passionate about providing care and support to those in need. Working as a caregiver has allowed me to make a difference in the lives of others and bring comfort to those who may be facing challenges. I am dedicated to providing the highest level of care and...
Raudah can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning, errands, hospice services, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Raudah is a very reliable, charismatic, compassionate Hardworking person. Pays great attention to detail and overall the best person I know."
Phiona G.
Destiny O.
Allston, MA
$8-13/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a very compassionate, patient and understanding caregiver that is respectful and polite. I have over two years of care giving experience with seniors and presently still offering care because I love caring and helping people live their uttermost life. I am willing to do extra house chores as a microbiologist I ensure to...
Destiny can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands
5.0
"Destiny has done an amazing job helping my mom. She has gone above what is asked and has always been a hard worker while she was at out home. She is very thoughtful and kind and we are very happy with having her work with us."
Sherrie K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Penelope and I live in Dedham. I have 12 years' experience working as a caregiver. I love taking care of people especially seniors. In the past I worked as a Greek school teacher. After my daughters grew up, I found a job as a caregiver, and I loved it. Thereafter, I continued working, caring for the elderly. I am...
Penelope can also help with: Home modification, personal care, live-in home care, respite care, dementia
5.0
"While our family did not hire Penelope for reasons largely related to proximity, we had a very favorable series of conversations and a trial visit with her, where she was attentive to the details about our family situation, very patient in engaging with our...
Nicholas M.
4.3
(3)
I am a New Graduate Nurse, mother of three babies My motivation for Nursing is a spiritually rewarding day in and day out. Being a Nurse is my passion. I knew nursing was a good fit for me because my personality tends is to help those who are suffering and make a great impact on their life, that is what Jesus did for me. I want...
Lande can also help with: Personal care, companionship, home modification, dementia
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
Donnette M.
Newton Center, MA
$30/hr • 3 yrs exp
Providing A Professional Care That Brings Warmth To Each And Every Client Needs.
5.0
(1)
I'm a very devoted and compassionate caregiver for the past seven years. I have helped patients with dementia, Alzheimer's and diabetes. Also activities of daily living (ADLs). In addition, which may includes help with assistive devices such as wheelchair and more. Caregiving has been a passion of mine ever since I started doing...
Donnette can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, errands, companionship, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CNA
Wound Care
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Donnette has been helping me with my mom’s needs for the last 5 months. She has been wonderful to work with- calm, friendly, understanding and knowledgeable. The women she works with have also been amazing. My mother and I would both recommend them all without...
Care member
Allen N.
Waltham, MA
$45/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Allen and I am a female.
I love to sing, play games like bingo and cards and help people.
Am a certified Nursing Assistant with 8 years of experience with seniors.
I have experience with Dementia and Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, Stroke care, Assisting with errands , Palliative care, hospice...
Allen can also help with: Hospice services, respite care, live-in home care, personal care, dementia
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"We hired Allen to care for my father while he was home. We had numerous aids and nurses visiting him and Allen was be far the best!
Knowledgeable, caring, thoughtful, dependable and great to just sit and talk to.
Our only problem with Allen is that we could not...
Greg B.
5.0
(2)
I have worked with clients and patients with different sicknesses for example Alzheimer's, stroke, heart congestion etc. My passion is in helping people with their daily living activities I do this as if am helping my own mother/father.
Jackie can also help with: Dementia, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Jackie is affable personable kind and caring as well as skillful at her job. She knew what do do without needing much guidance Anyone who hires her will be lucky to have help"
Louise G.
Nicauris P.
Roxbury, MA
$49/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hi I'm a nurse assistant (CNA) with 10 years of experience. I'm Medical assistant, HHA, PCA, CPR& First Aid certificated I've worked 8 years in a nursing home. I have experience with dementia, Alzheimer,& Parkinson's patients. The reason I love to take care elderly patients is because it allows me to give back to families by...
Nicauris can also help with: Errands, companionship, home modification, live-in home care, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Responsible, conscientious and caring "
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Recent caregiver reviews in Dorchester, MA
Aracy W.
5.0
Aracy takes care of my grandmother whenever none of us can. She has a really kind heart and does everything my grandma asks without hesitation. We all adore Aracy very much !
- Haissa N.
Cathy F.
5.0
Cathy has worked for 2 years taking care of my 91 years old mother who has dementia. My mom lives alone, with her small dog Petunia. Cathy cooks meals, does groceries, takes mom to doctors appointments, does light housework and laundry, as well as anything else that might be needed. She allows my...
- Eliza G.
Kathleen C.
5.0
Can not imagine a better choice for a caregiver ... high-energy, no-task-too-small-or-large; excellent communication skills and became a trusted companion within the first visit. She injects a spirit of fun and laughter into every visit while making sure health and well-being is monitored. Highest...
- Ron G.
Lindsey B.
5.0
Lindsey is a very nice girl, dependable, reliable, always on time. I hired her as my Personal Care Assistant, and always she did a great job, she is listening to my needs and my requests. I am more than pleased with her. I highly recommend her
- Silvia H.
Ginny C.
5.0
Ginny recently started helping to care for my 91 year old parents who live independently in an apartment. She helps them care for themselves and takes them for walks outside. She is kind, reliable and upbeat, and my parents really appreciate the help she provides. She is really helping them to stay...
- Marcy C.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Dorchester, MA
What caregiver services can I find near me in Dorchester, MA?
Most private senior caregiver services in Dorchester, MA 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 Dorchester.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Dorchester, MA in 2024?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Dorchester, MA on Care.com as of May, 2024 is $19.00 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 Dorchester, MA?
There are currently 13 caregivers in Dorchester, MA on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Dorchester, MA 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 Dorchester before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Dorchester, MA background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Dorchester, MA 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.