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60 caregivers are listed in Fairfield, CT
The average rate is $20/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby caregivers is 5 years
Caregivers in Fairfield, CT
Stephanie U.
Fairfield, CT
$25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Compassionate Elder Caregiver, Companion. Experience With Dementia Patients.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Stephanie and I have over four years working in home with the elder population. I also have 2 years of experience working with people in early and middle stages of dementia. I provide assistance with all day to day activities in the home as well as shopping, bathing, feeding, transporting to medical appoinments, making...
Stephanie can also help with: Meal prep, errands, dementia, light cleaning, personal care
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Stephanie started working with my mother in law just a month ago and we already couldn't live without her! She is bright, engaging, patient, and knowledgeable about caring for the needs of someone with dementia. She has proved to be an engaging companion and a...
Kristin F.
Full Time Caregiver
I took care of my mom full time for over a year. I did her pill box weekly, I gave her insulin shots, I changed her 14 day style libre for her diabetes, bathing, calling in her prescriptions to the pharmacist, driving her to doctor's appointments and advocating for her care with each doctor & expressing her...
Deborah can also help with: Live-in home care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
-First Aid/ CPR Certified
-Experience in Medication Administration
-Previous experience in skilled nursing facilities like nursing homes and assisted living.
Ashlee can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, live-in home care, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
I'm selfless, love being there for the elderly, I will fulfill all my requirements and responsibilities of the care plan but I will always go an extra mile for my patient. One of my strengths is being trustworthy and building real relationships with my patients.
Leona can also help with: Meal prep, errands, mobility assistance, light cleaning, companionship, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
Janet A.
Fairfield, CT
$20-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as experienced compassionate caregiver
I like caring for seniors because years of experience caring for seniors, l love and enjoy caring for seniors.
I started caring for seniors in hospitals and then as private caregivers about 10 years now.
One thing you should know about me is I am caring,...
Janet can also help with: Meal prep, errands, live-in home care, home modification, light cleaning, transportation & more
Skills:
CNA
Wound Care
Karen D.
Fairfield, CT
$23-39/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as patient, understanding, and very hard working
I like caring for seniors because they have so much wisdom.
I'm looking for a job that satisfies the client, as well as the caregiver. I also would like to become a friend and someone the client can trust in their home.
I started caring for seniors...
Karen can also help with: Home modification, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, companionship, errands & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
Home Health Aide
I have a strong care giving background and a number of professional experiences. I have done personal care assistance, bathing, dressing and grooming, meal preparation and scheduling, companionship and discussion, medication reminders, light housekeeping, general help to elderly and disabled, running household tasks, engaging...
Ketrin can also help with: Dementia, errands, home modification, live-in home care, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a licensed nurse and caregiver, worked with all ages. People oriented experienced nurse and reasonable. Caring and honest own my own home.
Barbara can also help with: Hospice services, home modification, dementia, companionship, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
5.0
"Barbara is a compassionate, caring, strong healthcare professional. We were very blessed to have Barbara care for our elder mom. If you have the opportunity to hire Barbara do not hesitate, she is excellent."
Rick R.
Takisha P.
Bridgeport, CT
< $10/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a vigilant and enthusiastic caregiver that takes pride in caring for my patients. I am the caregiver that goes the extra mile to bring out the smile on your loved one face at all times. I always aim for the highest quality service, very driven, goal oriented, jovial and caring. Along with my experience I do doctors...
5.0
"Interviewed Takisha and would have hired her but the job is further away from her home. She was very pleasant and clearly has a compassionate heart it came through during interview."
Marie R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have great references and many years of experience. I am a CNA and am reliable, compassionate and trustworthy.
Antonia can also help with: Personal care, respite care, dementia
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Antonia puts in 100% if her care for our father. She wants to make sure he's safe and follows our instructions wonderfully. She's very dependable, on-time and very knowledgeable. Thank you for everything Antonia!"
Jacqueline C.
Dorcia T.
Stratford, CT
$19-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
As a caregiver with over 10 years of experience working with the elderly, I have dedicated my life to helping those in need. My passion for caregiving began at a young age, and I have since committed myself to providing exceptional care to those who require it.
Throughout my career, I have worked tirelessly to ensure that my...
Dorcia can also help with: Errands, meal prep, personal care, light cleaning, live-in home care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I hired Dorcia for my aunt and was very happy with her. When she passed I hired her to take care of my sister until she passed. She cares about the people she takes care of."
Care member
Shanika A.
Bridgeport, CT
$20/hr • 8 yrs exp
4.7
(3)
As a caregiver I take pride in my profession because seeing a smile on my patients face is what lets me know that I am doing right by them. The first person I took care of was my grandma. So I know what it is like to have someone compassionate to care for your family. I have worked in a few assisted living facilities as well as...
Shanika can also help with: Dementia, respite care, personal care, live-in home care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Shanika is very dedicated to the work that she does. She's a great cook, and she constantly cleans and ensure that the home is beautiful. She is also kind, caring and willing to sit and listen to the same story for the 100th time."
TANIQUE H.
Onthatile M.
Westport, CT
$16-50/hr
5.0
(2)
Good day
My name is Virginia and I have 3 years experience as a caregiver. I am passionate about this job because I enjoy helping the elderly and I enjoy being their companion. The elderly care very wise, friendly and so care free that I always like to learn from them.
I am patient, responsible, respectful and compassionate.
I...
Onthatile can also help with: Live-in home care
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"She is a great worker,dedicated,caring and loving.She has patience and passion in what she does.l would hire her anytime with open arms.She knows what she is doing."
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a professional CNA with outstanding experience for 15 years. I have experience working with the elderly in private home assistant living, etc. I am a loyal, cheerful, fun caring loving caregiver, someone you can trust with your elderly love ones. I am patient and reliable, very sweet, charming and outstanding someone your...
Danuta can also help with: Respite care, dementia, personal care, hospice services, home modification, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Danuta worked as a live-in aide for my mother for several weeks, filling in over the year when mom's pre-existing full-time aide was not available. Danuta is absolutely lovely, professional, and experienced. She does the work with patience and very good humor. She...
Dawn C.
5.0
(3)
My name is Andrea, born and raised in the beautiful island of Jamaica. Mother of five children, I've worked as a chef on a cruise line for a few years. I have a diploma in food preparation and nutrition, dental assistant and phlebotomy. My goals are to become a RN some day, am loving, caring and kind hearted a professional care...
Andrea can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Andrea is very attentive and caring willing to be there for my love one."
Nicole D.
5.0
(2)
I have work with and is good alzimers , Dementia, hospice end of life care I am also good with catether care. I drive and I am a very reliable caregiver who also travels with my client if needed. I also cook I am great with appointments and errands I have worked with pets before but not snakes
Sheneek can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, hospice services, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
CPR
5.0
"She is very hard working committed and loves what she does!"
Tameka R.
Julia V.
Bridgeport, CT
$30-35/hr • 9 yrs exp
Experienced Compassionate Caregiver Available Asap Days, Overnights Or Weekends
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am loving, caring and patient person. I am a CNA and HHA with experience in nursing home and private duty. I worked in Trumbull and Shelton nursing home. I am available days, nights, overnights and weekends live out. I help with daily activities such as bathing, diapering, transferring, feeding tubes, Foley catheters, meds...
Julia can also help with: Visiting physician, dementia, hospice services, personal care, respite care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Julia was excellent!! She is very knowledgeable and took great care of my dad, who has Alzheimer's. She also won over my Mom, who can be very difficult to work with. Our only regret is that we didn't hire her sooner."
Ann J.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Helping people live full, independent and dignified lives within the comfort of their own homes since 1997.
Dedicated to providing comprehensive in-home care that enriches patient lives.
Committed to helping patients maintain the highest possible level of independent living.
Highly dependable and reliable caregiver who...
Rosa can also help with: Personal care, dementia, respite care, live-in home care
5.0
"Rosa worked for us, helping to care for my parents for less than a month. She is an excellent housekeeper as well as cook. My dad is a larger man who needs a lot of help and started to need more therapy which is why Rosa is no longer working for us due to my dad...
Michele J.
5.0
(1)
17 years of experience in the medical field and caregiving with extensive knowledge of geriatric care feeding assistance experts., run errands light housekeeping companion meals prep etc.
Tresha can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, dementia, companionship & more
5.0
"Tresha, have a lot of experience in caregiving very knowledgeable caring and passionate about what she does .she always wears a smile on her face.she thought me so much things I never knew.I would definitely employ her again if I ever needed another caregiver."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Provides patients' personal hygiene by giving bedpans, urinals, baths, backrubs, shampoos, and shaves; assisting with travel to the bathroom; helping with showers and baths.
Provides for activities of daily living by assisting with serving meals, feeding patients as necessary; ambulating, turning, and positioning patients;...
Meggon can also help with: Dementia, companionship, hospice services, mobility assistance, meal prep, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Wound Care
5.0
"Meggon was everything we needed for my mom. Her responsiveness during the initial interview period was great; her gentle approach matched my mom's needs; she was so reliable, and there were zero issues during her weeks of work with us. That's rare. She took on what...
Bob S.
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Recent caregiver reviews in Fairfield, CT
Stephanie U.
5.0
Stephanie started working with my mother in law just a month ago and we already couldn't live without her! She is bright, engaging, patient, and knowledgeable about caring for the needs of someone with dementia. She has proved to be an engaging companion and a dependable resource for letting us...
- Kristin F.
Barbara T.
5.0
Barbara assisted us with care for my 72 yo mom with dementia. She is very caring and patient. She helps my mom with errands around town and provides companionship so my mom doesn't feel so lonely. We are very happy to have her and my mom very much enjoys her company.
- Heather S.
Takisha P.
5.0
Takisha is extremely kind and skilled with my mother who is in the later stages of Alzheimer's. She is also highly dependable which is such a blessing to our family.
- Ariana M.
Antonia N.
5.0
Antonia puts in 100% if her care for our father. She wants to make sure he's safe and follows our instructions wonderfully. She's very dependable, on-time and very knowledgeable. Thank you for everything Antonia!
- Jacqueline C.
Dorcia T.
5.0
An excellent spirit, and kind hearted love people and is caring give a lot to other people especially the poor and needy...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Fairfield, CT
What caregiver services can I find near me in Fairfield, CT?
Most private senior caregiver services in Fairfield, 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 Fairfield.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Fairfield, CT in 2024?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Fairfield, CT on Care.com as of May, 2024 is $20.57 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 Fairfield, CT?
There are currently 7 caregivers in Fairfield, CT on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Fairfield, 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 Fairfield before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Fairfield, CT background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Fairfield, 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.