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2+yrs as home caregiver for elderly (including dementia, Alzheimer's, memory care, hoyer lift use, transport and medical appointment help, bathing, housekeeping, cooking, amputee transfer, personal hygiene care, etc.)
1+yr internship volunteer with Tucson Interfaith Community Services (elder companion visiting, shopping help,...
Hope can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Who I am: My name is Shelley and I am a happily married 58-year-old woman who has two grown children. We have three cats and a mini schnauzer. We have always lived in New Salem and have always had pets. I recently lost my job as a medical professional when my wonderful boss moved to Louisiana. I miss having spending money....
Shelley can also help with: Light cleaning, mobility assistance, companionship, dementia, errands, meal prep & more
5.0
"Shelley is a wonderful individual. She is reliable,extremely pleasant and devoted. She should be hired immediately!"
Deborah F.
I have 20 years experience caring for the elderly. I have an associates degree in science and a certificate in Allied Health.
Marisa can also help with: Hospice services, personal care, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia & more
I have been working in the caregiver field since January 2017 and am currently a supervisor for DDS for an overnight position. I am CPR/first aid certified, MAP certified, PABC certified, fire safety certified, water safety certified, and human rights officer certified. All certifications are current. I started in the field as a...
Caitlin can also help with: Errands, live-in home care, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, respite care & more
I have been doing personal care for 10 plus years and I absolutely love it! I think it's what I'm meant to do, as I'm always giving and helping however I can. I am the mother of 3 absolutely wonderful children. They are my joy in life, as well as my clients! I help my clients meet their daily activities. From toileting and...
Chelsea can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, personal care
Holly R.
Ware, MA
$15-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello my name is holly I am 25 years old I am a young energetic and fun person I have 2 to 3 years of experience taking care of elderly as I was living with my nana that was 93 and I had to do live there until she passed away and then I take care of my grandmother here and there. I am interested in the job and if you can give me...
Holly can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, transportation, meal prep
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Nicole I'm from West Brookfield Ma. I have been working with the elderly and disabled population for over 20 years. I have my CNA License , First Aid, CPR, Medication Administration, Behavioral certification. Experience with G tube , colostomy, alzheimers disease, Parkinson, blindness, autism, mental health etc
Nicole can also help with: Dementia, personal care, live-in home care, respite care, hospice services
Skills:
CNA
I have been providing care for over 10 years both in home and at Day Programs. My experience covers a range from Personal care, Home Health aid, personal chef, transportation and mediation with health providers, handling medications, administering medications including insulin shots, care of cleaning and replacing ileostomy bags...
Jennifer can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, hospice services, live-in home care, errands, dementia & more
5.0
(7)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 6 years of experience. I can help with ADLs. I have worked with a quadriplegic client, autism, behavioral, dementia, Alzheimer's, returning home from surgery, and hospice. I have worked for the State of Illinois, and have been certified through the State of California to do home care. Very active and attentive...
Curtis can also help with: Errands, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I hired Curtis to care for my husband, Jim, who has a spinal cord injury. I could not have chosen a better caregiver than Curtis. He is responsible, kind, caring and compassionate with my husband. He has a great sense of humor and he and Jim laugh and have a lot...
Eunice M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have lived in the USA for five years, immigrated from Brazil, now an American citizen. Coming from the field of journalism and facing a new reality here in this country, I discovered my passion in helping people. I decided to dedicate myself more to this field and I am
currently studying a degree in Psycho-Pedagogy. My study...
Ridan can also help with: Errands, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Ridan is an excellent PCA. He has a bright, sunny, disposition and a carefree manner. Ridan has proven to be punctual, responsible, observant, as well as able to adapt to the progression of our family member's disease and resulting changes to the care plan.
When...
Todd K.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I was a certified home health aide and have done some companion work as well. It is work that I find to be rewarding. I have a reliable car and am a non-smoker. I love animals! I worked for the then VNA of Central Mass for 10 yrs and more recently have done some private duty cases. I have been trained in caring for people with a...
Jennifer can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, live-in home care, dementia, respite care
5.0
"Jennifer is a very kind and caring person. She took care of my 80 year old father who was paralyzed, along with my two dogs. She is knowledgeable and competent. I never had to worry when she was at my home. Jenn is trustworthy and reliable in her caring for either...
Anne B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Ivette, I am a certificated nurse assistant.
I am offering my services assisting with daily living activities such as personal care, meal prep, light cleaning, companion care, groceries/errands etc.
I also have my Basic life support certification and dementia training.
I am fully vaccinated, non-smoker, very punctual,...
Ivette can also help with: Errands, companionship, light cleaning, dementia, live-in home care, hospice services & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Ivette is the kind of employee anyone would be lucky to have. I can highly recommend Ivette. She was always kind, thoughtful and dependable. Ivette cared for my mom for about 4 years. Her duties were many and various. She handled all situations well. I have a...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have had four years of experience working as a companion/caregiver for an elderly man with Dementia. Prior to that, I volunteered at a Nursing Center with my dog as a pet therapy team through Pets and People. As a caregiver, I am happy to plan activities, run errands, go out to events, cook, help with cleaning, administer...
Julia can also help with: Personal care, dementia, live-in home care
5.0
"Julia L. cared for my Mom in South Deerfield before and was very good.
We are hoping she can fit my Mom into her regular daily schedule, few hours every afternoon between 2:00 PM to 6:00 or close to these hours as she can
Gary"
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Norma C.
Palmer, MA
$17-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Caregiver with 10years of experience in geriatric care and assisted living environments. Recognized for ability to provide emotional and physical support to clients and staff exceptional communication abilities as well as Cultural sensitivity to deal with a diverse range of people.
Assist age 65 to 97 with Daily needs including...
Norma can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, meal prep, respite care, dementia
5.0
"Norma helped take care of my mom who passed away in September. She treated her with dignity and humor. Mom had dementia and could not walk as well as speech impaired at the end due to a mini stroke. She took care of her part time for over a year I knew when...
Joan B.
5.0
(1)
Hi, my name is Laura and I live in Rutland. I love working with seniors. I took care of my mom when she lived with us. I prepared her meals, did her laundry, I did her medication every week and her favorite thing, trips to Foxwoods. After she passed, I started volunteering at our senior center delivering meals on wheels. I loved...
Laura can also help with: Light cleaning, mobility assistance, dementia, companionship, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Laura provided reliable, respectful, cheerful and sincerely caring assistance and companionship to our family member for 2 years. She was our support. "
Jean H.
Esther L.
Rutland, MA
$25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a caregiver for the passed 11 years. I have worked patients with multiple illnesses. I have experience in dementia care, Parkinsons, hospice and many more.
Esther can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, errands, light cleaning, personal care
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Esther is very reliable, punctual, efficient and hard working. She gets the work done quickly. She does a great job at household tasks and running errands. I would highly recommend Esther."
Lowell M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name Elizabeth I live in Worcester MA. I am a certified nursing assistant with great experience as a CNA and home caregiver. I have done home care position for more than 7 family Dementia, Hospice services, I do cooking, housekeeping, doctors appointments and much more as the family or the patient require. I do...
Elizabeth can also help with: Errands, dementia, companionship, meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"My mother had a stroke this past spring. She has some left sided paralysis. She came to visit me and my family for two weeks and Elizabeth cared for her for the two weeks during the day while I was at work. She was wonderful with my Mom. My mom enjoyed...
Ann C.
5.0
(1)
Hi, I am a PCA who for seven years took care of a woman who had a lung transplant. I managed her medications, took her to doctor appointments (I would also take her to other places like grocery shopping), companionship, bathing, light cleaning and made meals.
I also helped take care of my parents; who both had dementia. I...
Dorina can also help with: Errands, dementia, personal care, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning & more
5.0
"I have known Nina for most of my life. She is a patient, caring, and kind person who goes above and beyond when adapting to new challenges. She is eager to help, willing to learn, and will quickly adapt to any environment. She demonstrates attention to detail,...
Marianne W.
4.8
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Shannon. I am a 49-year-old mom of 7 children. (5 adults and two teens)
I enjoy helping others, I am compassionate, dependable and hard working. I have worked as a PCA for 3 years, and also took care of a client with dementia up until my recent move from Massachusetts to Connecticut. I have worked personally...
Shannon can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, personal care, transportation, meal prep
5.0
"Shannon is the best. She's an incredibly loving and caring caregiver who we entrusted the care of my elderly aunt suffering from dementia with. From the very first meeting, Shannon treated my aunt like she was part of her family and they bonded quickly. My aunt...
Chris P.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I cared for one woman for seven years. We did many lovely things together--movies, museums, flower shows, gardening, shopping. I developed a very close relationship with her and her family and extended family. Working with her on a daily basis, we got very close. She had Alzheimer's, which was somewhat controlled for a long...
Paola can also help with: Personal care, transportation, dementia, respite care, home modification, errands & more
5.0
"Paola cared for my mother for eight years, first as a companion and later as a full-time care provider. She produced a continuous flow of activities and entertainments aligned with my mother's interests. She cooked meals and baked goodies in accordance with...
Sukey K.
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Recent caregiver reviews in Gilbertville, MA
Shelley S.
5.0
Shelley is a wonderful individual. She is reliable,extremely pleasant and devoted. She should be hired immediately!
- Deborah F.
Curtis H.
5.0
I hired Curtis to care for my husband, Jim, who has a spinal cord injury. I could not have chosen a better caregiver than Curtis. He is responsible, kind, caring and compassionate with my husband. He has a great sense of humor and he and Jim laugh and have a lot of fun together. He encourages Jim...
- Eunice M.
Ridan D.
5.0
Ridan is an excellent PCA. He communicates well and has a bright, sunny, disposition and a carefree manner. Ridan has proven to be punctual, responsible, observant, as well as able to adapt to the progression of our family member's condition and resulting changes to the care plan.
When not...
- Todd K.
Jennifer W.
5.0
Jennifer is caring, loyal and honest. An excellent caretaker. She interacts with people with empathy and humor. I would not hesitate to hire her again.
- Lyn S.
Ivette M.
5.0
Ivette is the kind of employee anyone would be lucky to have. I can highly recommend Ivette. She was always kind, thoughtful and dependable. Ivette cared for my mom for about 4 years. Her duties were many and various. She handled all situations well. I have a detailed letter of recommendation...
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Gilbertville, MA
What caregiver services can I find near me in Gilbertville, MA?
Most private senior caregiver services in Gilbertville, 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 Gilbertville.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Gilbertville, MA in 2024?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Gilbertville, MA on Care.com as of May, 2024 is $20.00 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 Gilbertville, MA?
There are currently 1 caregivers in Gilbertville, MA on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Gilbertville, 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 Gilbertville before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Gilbertville, MA background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Gilbertville, 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.