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59 caregivers are listed in New Salem, MA
The average rate is $22/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby caregivers is 10 years
Caregivers in New Salem, MA
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: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, mobility assistance, dementia & 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: Errands, dementia, hospice services, meal prep, personal care, light cleaning & 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: Companionship, hospice services, meal prep, dementia, errands, light cleaning & 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 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: Dementia, personal care, 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"
Gary 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, hospice services, dementia, live-in home care, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
CPR
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 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: Meal prep, dementia, errands, 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
(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, dementia, home modification, respite care, errands, transportation & more
5.0
"Paola was gentle, smiling, creative, caring and altogether lovely to have in my home. She took loving care of my husband. I would recommend her most highly."
Judy G.
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, dementia, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am an experienced personal caregiver with a nursing background. I drive and have a COR certification. I have worked with senior citizens, people with disabilities and children for over five years. I live in Amherst and own an LLC that helps with staffing for caregivers, house help, cleaning and baby sitting. We are also...
Picha can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, errands, companionship, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
I have personal experience as a primary caregiver for my elderly mother in law when she became very ill and bedridden while living in our home. During the course of several years I assisted her at various times with bathing, dressing, feeding, meal prep, medication management, blood sugar testing and insulin injections,...
Laura can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, transportation
I have had 15+ years with active caregiving in in-home, hospital, and nursing home settings. I am certified with BLS, glucose testing for diabetes, CPR, first aid, and have brought experience with autism and schizophrenia as well.
Jeanne can also help with: Errands, dementia, live-in home care, respite care, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
I am a Licensed Nurse's Aide and Licensed Home Health Aide looking to help care for you or your loved one in the familiar comfort of home. I have worked as a special needs care provider for over 12 years and recently became licensed as a Nurse Assistant and Home Health Aid in both Massachusetts and Vermont. I have worked with...
Sabrina can also help with: Meal prep, respite care, mobility assistance, personal care, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Sabrina is an extraordinarily capable and compassionate caregiver who provided service to my wife, diagnosed with Alzheimer's Disease, for approximately 40 hours per week and over the course of almost two years. Sabrina's care for my wife ended when my wife...
Care member
I like and have experience interacting with elderly individuals and providing companion services. I have provided personal care, including bathing and dressing for a woman who was recovering from a heart attack. I enjoy hearing about people's lives and fostering as much independence as possible. I play tolerable bridge and love...
Marlene can also help with: Companionship, live-in home care, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, dementia & more
Greetings, My name is Malcolm, and I have over 24 years of caregiver experience. I am looking to fulfill any caregiver services in addition to my current employment as an Activities Coordinator at the Rockridge Retirement Community in Northampton, MA. There, I was awarded Employee of the Month in October 2023, and regularly get...
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: Dementia, transportation, meal prep, respite care, light cleaning
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 there! My name is Lisa. Thank you for clicking on me!
I am a very motivated and energetic worker who is looking for housekeeping and or senior care work. I am caring for a few families right now but have open days during the week I'm looking to fill. I love cleaning, and really love helping my families. I also have been...
5.0
"I am so impressed with Lisa's compassion and dedication to her clients. Unfortunately the opportunity I have for her is just too far away from her area . She was recommended by a friend who raved about her. She's smart, articulate, and very caring what more could...
Theresa L.
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: Dementia, errands, personal care, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Home Health Aide
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
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Aging/dealing with changing needs isn't easy-on those who are experiencing it as well as their families and friends. If aware of these changes, the person in need of care can be left feeling frustrated and isolated and their families feeling strained. I have worked with several home care clients over a span of about 20 years. In...
Jennifer can also help with: Transportation, errands, light cleaning, companionship, meal prep, respite care & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Jennifer cared for my husband for several years. He had dementia and she very capably cared for him as his disease progressed. She was patient and understanding and an enormous help.
I miss my husband, and I miss Jennifer(!)"
Lucia N.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I worked in home care setting as a Physical therapist assistant. Currently doing companion care and PCA work.
I have over 20 years experience. Caring, compassionate and dependable.
I can assist in personal care, meal prep, medication reminders, light housekeeping, errands, appointments.
Pamela can also help with: Dementia, errands, mobility assistance, personal care, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"I wholeheartedly recommend Pam as a PCA!
Pam was hired by myself, the client, and his family. Pam was caring, self-reliant, cheerful, extremely flexible, and a hard working.
She always arrived at or by the expected time and fulfilled the necessary duties and did...
Karuna B.
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, transportation, personal care, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Shannon is AMAZING. She does an excellent job cleaning, always going the extra mile, and has a heart of gold to boot. What more can you ask for? Can't say enough - highly recommend!!"
Anne R.
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Recent caregiver reviews in New Salem, 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.
Julia L.
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
- Gary B.
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...
- Care member
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.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in New Salem, MA
What caregiver services can I find near me in New Salem, MA?
Most private senior caregiver services in New Salem, 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 New Salem.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in New Salem, MA in 2024?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in New Salem, MA on Care.com as of May, 2024 is $22.50 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 New Salem, MA?
There are currently 2 caregivers in New Salem, MA on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from New Salem, 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 New Salem before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in New Salem, MA background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in New Salem, 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.