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60 caregivers are listed in Oakland Gardens, NY
The average rate is $21/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby caregivers is 7 years
Caregivers in Oakland Gardens, NY
5.0
(1)
I am Rafael. 35 years old, Bachelor Degree in Education. Private Chef. I have housekeeping experience for over 4 years and taking care of people with special needs and senior caregiver. Responsible, advocated to work with a good vibe. I would love to find a Housekeeping chef position in a long term relationship. I have couple...
Rafael can also help with: Respite care, home modification, hospice services, dementia, live-in home care, personal care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Rafael has been the most exceptional caregiver we've had. I hired him to take care of my mom after a surgery and he was always there for her. He's part of the family since then. Thank you Rafael. "
Julie H.
Rimma B.
Rockville Centre, NY
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Certified Nurse Assistant And HHA Part-Time Caregiver
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Rimma. I am a Certified Nurse Assistant and a Professional Home Health Aide. I have 15 years of experience in dealing with Alzheimer , Dementia, Parkinson and MS patients. I am a friendly companion and an excellent cook. I am seeking a Full-Time position - Live out only.
I have my own transportation. If you...
Rimma can also help with: Personal care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Rimma has worked for me per diem over the past 8 months or so. Rimma is an amazing caretaker. She is very dedicated and takes great pride in her work. She is very personable and reliable. I would highly recommend Rimma."
Kathy M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am both empathetic and compassionate, and enjoy working with people. With over 8 years experience in Healthcare, and 3 years specifically as a Caregiver, I find pleasure in helping others. I think it's important that a caregiver have a desire to want to help those in need; which shows through their body and nature of work....
Barakat can also help with: Live-in home care, visiting nurse, dementia, respite care, hospice services, personal care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"We invited Barakat to our home for an extended interview and really liked her. She was excellent and attentive with my elderly mother. She's also easy to talk to and smart."
Julia M.
5.0
(6)
I have spent the last 2 1/2 years being a nanny for a sweet baby girl and her furry brother a silver lab, as well as her newest baby sister 5 months old. That job is coming to a stop at end of May. previously for 7 years I was Engaging the life of the elderly at an Assisted Living Facility - Doing exercises, arts & crafts,...
Dianna can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, companionship, dementia & more
5.0
"Dianna was kind and very caring to my Mom. She is a natural caregiver.
Mom felt safe and loved in her care. "
Care member
Joana O.
Bronx, NY
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have been a Senior Caregiver for what feels like almost my entire life and I still adore my job, as I did on the first day. I am very, very patient, and greatly experienced in bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, medication management, using of the wire lift, wheelchair bound Seniors, and communicating greatly with my...
Joana can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, personal care, visiting physician
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"We had already hired a caregiver but needed someone for one week prior to when that caregiver could begin the job. Joana was kind enough to help fill in, and such an amazing caregiver we worried that we should have hired her as our full-time person instead! She was...
Amy B.
Lucretia E.
Valley Stream, NY
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Dedicated Caregiver With Past Experience and Excellent References Looking for a Job
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My experience being an elderly caregiver has been marvelous. I'm passionate working with elderly people, I have worked for 10+ years with my last patient who recently past away. I provide him with personal care, skin care, massage, incontinence care, doctor's appointments, medication prompting, cooking, laundry, running errands...
Lucretia can also help with: Home modification, dementia, personal care, live-in home care, respite care
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Lucky is such a wonderful person who has become family to us. She took care of my step-father with such grace and love until his last day. We miss her very much."
Jennifer A.
Tanya R.
Bronx, NY
$20-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Private Personal Care Attendant Full & Part-time Medication Reminding Companionship Etc
5.0
(9)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Tanya a fully vaccinated caregiver and I love taking care of the elderly. I like having conversations with them, after all, they have led full lives. My favorite pastime is reading and depending on my companion I enjoy reading to them as well. Apart from reading I would also play music for them, watch movies, brave...
Tanya can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, personal care, dementia, meal prep, errands & more
5.0
"Tanya was carrying kept my mother clean fed her all her meals and was able to ambulate my mother the last two years of her life"
Lea B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a compassionate, patient, loving, and honest caregiver with over 20 years of experience taking care of elderly persons in their home providing full range of companionship, healthcare, and light housekeeping functions. Strong references can be provided. Available to travel where needed.
In the US. For home Health Aid Care...
Patricia can also help with: Companionship, live-in home care, errands, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
CNA
5.0
"I cannot express enough gratitude for the remarkable care and support provided by Pat, who has been an absolute blessing in our lives. From the moment she stepped into our home, she exhibited a level of dedication, compassion, and professionalism that surpassed all...
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Marcia I'm experienced caretaker and companion with over 30+ years of providing care for the elderly in hospital/ at-home setting. I'm very patient, compassionate and empathetic also a good listener. My focus as a caregiver/companion is to provide optimal support to my patients through personalized assistance,...
Marcia can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, companionship, errands, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Marcia is kind, responsible, diligent in her duties; always going above and beyond. An absolute gem! A calm demeanor, patient, skilled, completely reliable. A pleasure to have Marcia look after my Dad."
Linda G.
4.5
(4)
My name is Joan, I am an experienced matured Caregiver who has a passion caring for the Elderly. great companion. I am a very good cook, and also a warm and fun loving person. I am very responsible, flexible and pays attention to details. I 'll go the extra mile when called upon to do so. I am also fully vaccinated, Let's get...
Joan can also help with: Personal care, live-in home care, dementia, hospice services, respite care
Skills:
CNA
CPR
5.0
"She was reliable, caring, and professional. We were lucky to have her care for my aunt."
Sally K.
Thembeka M.
Jamaica, NY
$18-19/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love seniors and children because they're are so special and fun to be around them. I believe I have a gift cos I'm very nurturing and patient..
My previous family was very sweet I was a live in caregiver we had so much fun time and bonding I still miss her so much cos she was like my own grandma, that how I treat them like...
Thembeka can also help with: Errands, dementia, live-in home care, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Thembeka currently cares for my mom - she is dependable, kind, and caring; All around great person!"
Joanne G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 30 years of experience dealing with all types of cases such as Bedridden, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's Dementia, Colostomy and Catheter Care as well as cognitive disabilities etc. I'm very trustworthy, responsible, patient, loving and compassionate. I can work superbly independently on my own! I perform ADL including oral and...
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Pabitri was a life saver. When a dear family friend suddenly needed care, Pabitri was the answer to our prayers. She is reliable, hardworking and has a heart of gold. Her sense of humor made our friend's last year of life enjoyable. In addition to cooking, laundry,...
Pat H.
Winsome O.
Brooklyn, NY
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
My name is Winsome and I am a mature, responsible and reliable lady. I am a loving, caring, kind and honest person with years of diverse experience in taking care of patients/clients, including mobility, cognitive impairment, cancer, stroke, Parkinson, colostomy etc. Caring for the sick/elderly is a passion of mine and as a...
Winsome can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, hospice services
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Winsome has been everything I was hoping for when looking for someone to help out part-time with my mom. She's, first of all, a warm and loving person, caring and compassionate and eager to help wherever and whenever needed. Equally important is that she has been...
Jayne P.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Jane I'm seeking a companion job I have over 14 years experience with Dementia Alzheimer's Diabetes and Parkinson patients I obtain CNA LPN HHA LIC my duties include bathing feeding assistance to the bathroom dressing Laundry cooking minister medication chatting etc. I'm honest trustworthy caring and reliable I'm open...
Jane can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, dementia, live-in home care, companionship & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Jane is competent, thoughtful and very kind. I would definitely hire her again however the assignment ended."
Care member
Fabian B.
Bayside, NY
$35/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(8)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have nine years experience working as a caregiver, I enjoy helping taking care of the elderly, I am very down to earth, get along with everyone.
I have Experience working with medical equipment's.
My aim is go back to school to accomplish my nursing degree.
Fabian can also help with: Live-in home care, home modification, respite care, hospice services, personal care, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Fabian helped my grandfather when he needed it the most. IF you are lucky enough to be able to fit into his schedule, book him immediately."
Robert H.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a caregiver/personal care assistant with over 5 years of professional experience working for high net wort clients. While working as a caregiver, I was entrusted to be the house manager and personal assistant to one of my clients. Additionally, I also have experience being a caregiver for children with special needs. I have...
Ralph can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, home modification, dementia, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Ralph is a rare and wonderful person. We hired him for a temporary need while my father could not walk and he provided excellent and compassionate care. He is also an accomplished cook with a Culinary degree! We enjoyed his cooking and awareness of all things...
Bibi F.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am currently a full-time caregiver for my grandson Monday-Friday and I am looking for weekend work. I have over 30 years of experience as a live-in nanny, senior caregiver, pet sitter and housekeeper. I am beyond reliable and extremely caring. Current resume and references are available upon request.
Sonia can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, light cleaning, personal care, meal prep, companionship & more
5.0
"Confession: I haven't written a recommendation for Sonia before this because I was afraid someone might steal her away! :) Sonia has worked for my family and me for years and I can't say enough good things about her. She is all of the things you would want in...
Patrick M.
5.0
(2)
I am a professional caregiver with 10years plus experience. I have experience in taking care of seniors with Parkinson's disease, stroke patients, diabetes and a host of other ailments. I love to cook, engage with seniors, and generally make their lives better. I am especially interested in live in only
Angelina can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, personal care, live-in home care
5.0
"Angelina cared for my elderly mother for over two years. She is a very hard worker, exceptionally clean, honest, and cheerful. She doesn't drive, therefore she depends on those she works for to provide her food and personal needs. She's not a complainer and...
Elizabeth P.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a dependable and compassionate caregiver. I have been working in the home care industry for over 10 years. I pride myself on being able to quickly learn new skills and adapt to any situation. In the past I have assisted clients with their activities of daily living, engaged in conversation, I try to connect with my clients,...
Corolyn can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, respite care, dementia, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Corolyn took care of my Dad. She provided excellent in-home care services that included cooking and feeding my father. Also, she bathed him and ensured he was well-groomed. Additionally, she dressed him so he could continue to have a sense of pride as an older...
Carl W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Daseie. I have been certified as a HHA since 07/22/09. my experience for caring with seniors are the following skills. an understanding of different clients needs, an understanding of how to manage the day to day responsibilities of home, an understanding of the importance of home safety, confidence in their ability...
Daseie can also help with: Errands, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning, mobility assistance, personal care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
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Recent caregiver reviews in Oakland Gardens, NY
Rafael B.
5.0
Rafael has been the most exceptional caregiver we've had. I hired him to take care of my mom after a surgery and he was always there for her. He's part of the family since then. Thank you Rafael.
- Julie H.
Rimma B.
5.0
Rimma has worked for me per diem over the past 8 months or so. Rimma is an amazing caretaker. She is very dedicated and takes great pride in her work. She is very personable and reliable. I would highly recommend Rimma.
- Kathy M.
Barakat F.
5.0
We invited Barakat to our home for an extended interview and really liked her. She was excellent and attentive with my elderly mother. She's also easy to talk to and smart.
- Julia M.
Dianna V.
5.0
Dianna is great! Always on time, very helpful and always wears a smile. Don't hesitate to hire her.
- Diane F.
Joana O.
5.0
We had already hired a caregiver but needed someone for one week prior to when that caregiver could begin the job. Joana was kind enough to help fill in, and such an amazing caregiver we worried that we should have hired her as our full-time person instead! She was fantastic with communication, had...
- Amy B.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Oakland Gardens, NY
What caregiver services can I find near me in Oakland Gardens, NY?
Most private senior caregiver services in Oakland Gardens, NY 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 Oakland Gardens.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Oakland Gardens, NY in 2024?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Oakland Gardens, NY on Care.com as of May, 2024 is $21.33 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 Oakland Gardens, NY?
There are currently 3 caregivers in Oakland Gardens, NY on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Oakland Gardens, NY 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 Oakland Gardens before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Oakland Gardens, NY background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Oakland Gardens, NY 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.