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60 caregivers are listed in East Lyme, CT
The average rate is $23/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby caregivers is 10 years
Caregivers in East Lyme, CT
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a Senior Caregiver for 12 years. I provide assistance with transportation to Dr. Appts. as well as other apps., such as errands that your loved one may require. I help with personal shopping, including groceries, whether they are able to go themselves and I help or I will shop for them. I help with meal preparations,...
Tammy can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, mobility assistance, errands, personal care, dementia & more
5.0
"Tammy did an extraordinary job caring for my 85 year old husband who was very sick with COPD, dementia and other problems.
She was both professional and personable in her approach. Moreover, she would always do more than was expected and wanted feedback to make...
Tracey F.
Deirdre A.
Preston, CT
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(13)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I am a experienced home care provider with 25 + years. I specialize in dementia, hospice, ALS, stroke, strengthening, Parkinson's, cancer, and spinal cord injuries. I have experience in all aspects of home care. I train families for easy transitioning with loved ones. I can make a stressful and difficult situation easier on both...
Deirdre can also help with: Meal prep, home modification, mobility assistance, hospice services, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
CPR
5.0
"Deirdrea has been exceptionally helpful with caring for my elderly mother who was suffering from dementia. Deirdrea was compassionate and extremely engaged with mothers care, always on time to relieve an earlier shift and greatly appreciated by the entire family....
Howard R.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Kayla. I am a CNA. I became certified in May 2012. I have worked with geriatric patients for the past 10 years, and also have experience with children. I am passionate about what I do because everyone deserves to have someone to take care of them and to talk to them. I am a great listener and love to spend one on...
Kayla can also help with: Mobility assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
CPR
Pauline C.
Chester, CT
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Companion/Caregiver ...Alzheimers/Dementia Experienced....refrences Available
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My experience with senior care comes from caring for my own loved ones when they were faced with change and challenges as they aged. Alzheimer's/dementia clients need someone who has patience, understanding the disease and the stages. I currently care for 2 clients with Alzheimer's and I understand the challenges that come with...
Pauline can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, personal care, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
Wound Care
CPR
Bridgette V.
Groton, CT
$18-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Bridgette and I have been a CNA in the ICU for four years. I absolutely love what I do and love being able to provide care for people in their most vulnerable state. Please trust me when I say that I treat all of my patients as I would hope that my family is treated by a caregiver. I look forward to working...
Bridgette can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, dementia, transportation, respite care & more
Skills:
CNA
I have over 2 years experience caring for & providing companionship for a lady in her 90s. I provided companionship for her, assisted with her morning & evening routines, and helped with meals and bathroom needs. During this time, I also assisted in the care of another elderly lady, providing similar support & assistance. I am...
Senior caregiver with 30 years as a licensed Nursing assistant. Good with all mechanical lifts. Can do personal care and medication reminders as well as insulin reminders. Lots of experience with Alzheimer's and dementia.
I'd describe my personality as caring, loving, empathetic
I like caring for seniors because They help us...
In recent years I have worked with and formed strong bonds with my clients. A full-time position as a private caregiver to a wheel-chair bound woman was offered to me by a friend and I worked with her for 6 years. It was more than a job, it was a strong friendship. My tasks included companionship, medication management,...
Jeannette can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, companionship, personal care, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
I have four year's experience in healthcare. I worked for Oak Hill Institute for the Blind. I administered medication and client healthcare under the house nurses license. I was certified under the state of CT. I worked in many group homes with this company. I performed personal healthcare, transportation, house errands,...
Denise can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, errands, meal prep & more
April L.
Preston, CT
$14-19/hr
I have experience working with seniors who need help around the house, transportation to appts, errands, and companionship. I understand fully dementia as my Grandpa had it. I'm 51 years old and my parents are still married 54 years. I know fully the challenges of aging, and care giving as my parents are 77 & 76.
April can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, light cleaning, errands, dementia
I love going for walks. I enjoy the beach. I've been working with elderly for about 10 years off an on. I can bath, dress, housekeeping, meal prep, laundry, transportation. You let me know what your looking for and I can assist you how ever I can.
Melissa can also help with: Personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Hello My Name is Linda. I have been a caregiver for many clients with 20 years of experience in taking care of various health problems such as heart problems, diabetes, amputations, spinal cord injury, various cancer patients, clients with dementia, autoimmune disease, bladder and bowel regiment. I also have managed medication...
Linda can also help with: Dementia, respite care, hospice services, personal care, live-in home care
I care for people as if they were my own family and how I'd want them treated. I'm very passionate about senior care, kind, caring, calm and very patient and empathetic. I'm able to provide both physical and emotional support to clients, help with meal preparation, medication reminders, bathing and dressing, bathroom assistance,...
James can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning
Kyle F.
Groton, CT
$10-15/hr
Hi there! My name is Kyle and I an 21 years old. I currently live with my father who is 61 and is going through stage 4 melanoma cancer as well as treatments and such. I take care of pretty much everything around the house to the point where I enjoy it and I like getting things done on my own. I've loved helping people since I...
Kyle can also help with: Personal care, dementia
I am an experienced geriatric caregiver with more than 16 years of experience in the field. I am a very dedicated and committed person with the individuals I work with. My skills include being adaptable, empathetic, companionship, punctual, compassionate, organized, detail-oriented and more!
As part of my job duties working...
Maireny can also help with: Transportation, errands, mobility assistance, light cleaning, companionship, meal prep & more
My name is Buffy, I am a caregiver. I've been a caregiver for over four years, I love what I do and I always strive to do my best in whatever task I am given to accomplish.
I am bubbly, energetic and a reliable individual. I am also extremely goal oriented.
The most important element is safety as a caregiver for my clients,...
Nompafane can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, transportation, dementia & more
My previous jobs where in the health care field, Doctors, Hospitals and Emergency Medical Services. I am certified in emergency training and treatment also CPR certified.. I have been working mainly with the elderly that have dementia and hospice care.. Some are bed bound some are still home and are able to ambulate with help at...
Paula can also help with: Companionship, home modification, personal care, mobility assistance, dementia, hospice services & more
Gabrielle G.
Groton, CT
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Senior Home Caregiver/Child Care Provider With An Empathetic Heart And Hearty Work Ethic.
To simply put it, I love making people smile or feel good about themselves. Working as a CNA in a multitude of environments has given me the confidence I so desired to be out on my own helping others. With 10 yrs of mixed experience between long term, rehab, respite, hospice, and in home care I can handle any and all...
Gabrielle can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Gabrielle P.
Gales Ferry, CT
$22-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
I am a very caring, ambitious, and experienced caregiver. I have worked in facility settings as well as more personal home settings. I have about 6 years of a wide range of experience. Taking care of others comes very naturally to me and I'm very good at it.
Gabrielle can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, dementia, companionship, errands, light cleaning & more
Hi, My name is Sandy and seniors have a special place in my heart. I was always close with my only grandparent. As an adult I have had the opportunity to spend many an hour at senior facilities doing therapy dog work just to find some people want someone just to talk too. When I had a career I did cancer Alzheimer's research. In...
Sandy can also help with: Personal care, respite care, dementia
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FAQs for finding caregivers in East Lyme, CT
What caregiver services can I find near me in East Lyme, CT?
Most private senior caregiver services in East Lyme, 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 East Lyme.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in East Lyme, CT in 2024?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in East Lyme, CT on Care.com as of May, 2024 is $23.33 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 East Lyme, CT?
There are currently 3 caregivers in East Lyme, CT on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from East Lyme, 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 East Lyme before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in East Lyme, CT background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in East Lyme, 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.