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I enjoy helping others and find joy in leaving a place better than when I got there. I also enjoy making people feel better after I have spent time with them. I have a lot of patience that I fostered while working with youngsters.
I have been doing light housekeeping for 4 years now. Each client has mentioned how I have done...
Beth can also help with: Personal care
Katherine B.
Leeds, ME
$18-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I received my CNA in 2000. It had lapsed but I currently have my CRMA, DSP, MHRT1. I currently work at schooner estates in auburn as a per-diem looking to fill in my hours as a caregiver. I'm going back to school in the spring for LPN
Katherine can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, light cleaning, errands, hospice services, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
In the past I have worked full time as a CNA and a private caregiver. Three years taking care of two amazing elderly couples. Two travel assignments during the height of Covid. I have worked agency in dozens of nursing homes across the state. I have been a licensed CNA in Maine since 2017. A second career. Prior, I have worked...
Serene can also help with: Dementia, errands, live-in home care, meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Jennifer B.
Monmouth, ME
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Available For Companionship Housekeeping Home Health Aide Available Full Time
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been a certified caregiver with over 25 years experience. I have a kind heart I've worked with seniors, helping them with the skills bathing dressing, laundry cooking meals cleaning and med management I'm extremely dependable never miss work many references available I treat my patients like family I'm willing to bring...
Jennifer can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, dementia, live-in home care, respite care, personal care & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Jennifer recently helped us with my 92-year old father who had entered hospice at home. She was fantastic--professional, experienced and supportive to everyone in our family but paid special attention to my father's needs. The two of them quickly established a nice...
Andrew M.
I have a Bachelor's of Science Degree in Mental Health and Human Services.
Former experience as a live-in caregiver for a 74-year-old woman with Alzheimer's (2 years).
The past 2 years I have provided companion care for a 95-year-old woman in Turner.
Please message me with any questions!
Kristy can also help with: Transportation, respite care, specialized care, errands, dementia, companionship & more
Jennifer S.
Winthrop, ME
$25-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hello my name is Jen! I offer a wide variety of services including residential, turn cleans & small commercial property cleaning services! I also offer home/personal assistant services as well as senior and pet care! I determined a long time ago that the career I chose had to include helping others! I'd be more than happy to...
Jennifer can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning, errands, dementia, respite care & more
Hello!
My name is Destiney & I currently work for Home Health as a PSS. I have taken a CNA class, a medical terminology class, and a PSS class. Unfortunately I did not take the state exam for my CNA, but I intend to go for my CNA again in the future. I have worked for a memory care facility as well as an assisted living...
Destiney can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, errands, companionship, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Karen.
I am a professional caregiver with more than 20yrs experience in the field of caring for the elderly. I began as a CNA working in nursing homes. Where I received extensive training with dementia care and medication training.
I became a home health aide after my mother became ill and I found it difficult...
Karen can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, companionship, meal prep, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
(18)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
- memory care, activities, outings
-Dedicated to giving the best possible care
-Exceptional communication skills
-Patient and caring person who is a reliable caregiver
- Reliable transportation for shopping, appointments and outings
- Activities
- Light housekeeping and cooking
I am comfortable with pets, I am a non...
Terry can also help with: Errands, companionship, light cleaning, hospice services, live-in home care, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Terry is a knowledgeable, compassionate caregiver whom I have worked with several times. She recently helped in a hospice case. She was amazing!! Made all the difference/helped my client have a peaceful death at home."
Care member
Mary P.
Auburn, ME
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello, I have been a caregiver for 10 years. I have experience with Dementia, Alzheimer's, Stroke and Hospice Care patients. I'm compassionate, very patient and dependable. I've always gotten along great with all my clients. I love talking with them and hearing all their stories.
Mary can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, errands, dementia, hospice services, meal prep & more
5.0
"Mary was so good with my mother with Dementia. Mom was not always easy to handle but Mary found a way with her quiet and sweet personality to befriend her and get her necessary needs met. Mary was always on time and communicated well in the daily log."
Care member
Emily B.
Auburn, ME
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Compassionate, Experienced Caregiver Available For Full And Part-time Work
5.0
(1)
For 12+ years I have provided compassion-driven care to seniors, individuals living with physical/intellectual disabilities, and those braving terminal illness. I believe passionately in insuring the dignity, comfort, and quality-of-life for those in my care. To me, the individuals I serve are just that: *Individuals* with...
Emily can also help with: Live-in home care, respite care, hospice services, personal care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Wonderful caregiver to my father when he fell ill. Our family loves Emily! She is sweet, compassionate, and very present in her attention. She cared for both him and my mother during the worst time of our lives and we miss her since she moved to Maine! "
Caycee B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
**I currently have no availability. I have 10+ years experience and have worked in all facets of senior care from private home care to Alzheimer's Unit care to Hospice Care. I have a great deal of patience and compassion for seniors. I am reliable, trustworthy and trainable. I will take care of your family member like they are...
Kayla can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, companionship, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Kayla is an excellent candidate for a care giver. She has lots of experience and did not require much training. Personable, kind and caring."
Laura G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Kylie and I am currently living in the Myrtle Beach area. I graduated with my masters degree in occupational therapy back in 2019. I have worked with elderly people since I was a child. I love spending time with them and learning about their lives, hearing all of their stories, and making them feel young again!...
Kylie can also help with: Home modification, live-in home care, personal care, visiting physician
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"Kylie is kind and caring. She is patient and friendly. Kylie is a hard worker who is richly talented and a quick learner. I truly believe that Kylie would be a great employee in any situation, and I would trust her to care for any child."
Susan M.
5.0
(2)
Hello my name is Shauwna. I am looking for a senior caregiver position in Maine. I am committed to being a qualified, disciplined person. I have my own transportation!
Service Abilities:
I will take care of personal care, simple dressing, and respite work. Meal prep, errands as well as housekeeping, help care for pets and also...
Shauwna can also help with: Home modification, companionship, errands, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia & more
5.0
"We hired Shawna for our mom after hip surgery. Shawna is an excellent caregiver and companion for our mom. She keeps a daily log of what they do together and mom considers her to be a friend which makes us very happy. "
Betty Jo B.
Rebecca R.
Mechanic Falls, ME
$20-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
I enjoy seniors and the life experiences and wisdom they can give us. Sometimes what they need the most is to talk and reminisce about their past with a caring companion who has time to listen and learn.
I was a part-time caregiver for a dear 87-year-old widow who needed her breakfast made, help with her exercises and light...
Rebecca can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, companionship
Skills:
CPR
A caregiver by nature, I have 10 years of experience between nursing home care, hospital care and in-home care. I am sarcastic, witty, smart and funny. While doing care, I try to keep it light with jokes and intellectual conversation. I love to hear about life stories and where life's adventures have taken you.
Jessica can also help with: Companionship, dementia, errands, mobility assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
I'd describe my personality as caring, attentive, kind
I like caring for seniors because I always learn something from them, they enrich my life as much as I enrich theirs and it feels good to give back
I'm looking for a job that utilizes my skills, and is rewarding
I started caring for seniors when I had my baby. I was...
Lauren can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
am a mother of three children ages 16, 27 and 31. I have 6 grandchildren. I pet sit, and do occasional house cleaning. I also enjoy caring for the elderly and socializing with them. I am reliable, honest, empathetic, fun, caring & genuine. We have a cat & 3 guinea pigs. I have my Ed Tech III certification so I have had a...
Tabatha can also help with: Errands, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
2 years experience caring for geriatric patients in a residential setting as well as an inpatient acute care setting. 1 year specialized experience working on a senior behavioral health unit.
Miranda can also help with: Errands, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep, live-in home care, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
My passion in life is to care for those who are looking for some extra support. I have extensive experience in care giving to the elderly. Some of my experience is but is not limited to, nursing homes, private home care, group home care, behavioral health care etc, hospital bedside care.
I was always told that I am a caregiver...
Margaret can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, errands, transportation, meal prep, home modification & more
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Recent caregiver reviews in Leeds, ME
Jennifer B.
5.0
Jennifer recently helped us with my 92-year old father who had entered hospice at home. She was fantastic--professional, experienced and supportive to everyone in our family but paid special attention to my father's needs. The two of them quickly established a nice rapport and he always liked and...
- Andrew M.
Terry C.
5.0
Terry is a knowledgeable, compassionate caregiver whom I have worked with several times. She recently helped in a hospice case. She was amazing!! Made all the difference/helped my client have a peaceful death at home.
- Care member
Mary P.
5.0
Mary was so good with my mother with Dementia. Mom was not always easy to handle but Mary found a way with her quiet and sweet personality to befriend her and get her necessary needs met. Mary was always on time and communicated well in the daily log.
- Care member
Emily B.
5.0
Wonderful caregiver to my father when he fell ill. Our family loves Emily! She is sweet, compassionate, and very present in her attention. She cared for both him and my mother during the worst time of our lives and we miss her since she moved to Maine!
- Caycee B.
Kayla P.
5.0
Kayla is an excellent candidate for a care giver. She has lots of experience and did not require much training. Personable, kind and caring.
- Laura G.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Leeds, ME
What caregiver services can I find near me in Leeds, ME?
Most private senior caregiver services in Leeds, ME 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 Leeds.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Leeds, ME in 2024?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Leeds, ME on Care.com as of May, 2024 is $21.00 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 Leeds, ME?
There are currently 3 caregivers in Leeds, ME on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Leeds, ME 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 Leeds before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Leeds, ME background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Leeds, ME 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.