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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)
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: Personal care, mobility assistance, companionship, errands, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
3.7
(6)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I have been a caregiver for years. I have worked with patients with Dementia, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, Diabetes and other disabilities. Assist with light cooking, light house cleaning, bathing, manage medicine, Peg tube feeding, exercising, walking, memory exercises, Hoyer lift, mobility and companionship. I love what I do. I...
Bonnie can also help with: Light cleaning, live-in home care, errands, home modification, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Bonnie is wonderful. She cared for our elderly (male) family member who has Dementia for the past 6 months. She is kind, caring and knowledgeable."
Joan W.
5.0
(5)
I'm an experienced caregiver for over 10 years, I've worked in private homes and occasionally medical facilities. I can provide references that will speak on my character and work ethics
Kaneisha can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, live-in home care, companionship, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
5.0
"Kaneisha is blessed a beautiful heart, mind, and soul.
Any family that is smart enough and lucky enough to hire Kaneisha to care for their lives one will be blessed by her talents, gifts, skill, and care.
Kaneisha cared for my mother is the final months of her...
Gregory L.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Julie and I'm a really trustworthy and kind person. I have 15 years of expertise as an HHA who loves and cares for the elderly. I'm ready to put in days, nights, and even weekends so that the elderly will get the care they need including bathing and feeding. I have experience rotating and repositioning older...
Julie can also help with: Errands, hospice services, dementia, companionship, live-in home care, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Julie is THE BEST. She cared for both my parents as a weekend caregiver. Engaging, loving, caring. So many words describe this true angel on earth. Unfortunately for us, we needed a live-in situation and Julie at other obligations with the family she works...
Richard A.
Kerrieen B.
Hempstead, NY
$30/hr • 5 yrs exp
Compassionate Caregiver Looking To Help Enrich The Lives Of Those In Need.
5.0
(1)
I believe in living in my purpose; to serve others. This is so because I find same to be a very humbling, fulfilling, and rewarding experience. Hence, my desire to establish a career in Health Care.
I am currently a Registered Nurse with over 7 years of healthcare experience. I have worked with patients that suffers from...
Kerrieen can also help with: Personal care, dementia, home modification, hospice services
5.0
" She is a very dependable person and a very hard worker..Always put others first.And a respectable person.. "
Judy M.
5.0
(5)
Hello, my name is Doris. I have been working as a health care worker at Mount Sinai Hospital for over 10 years. I have, also, provided patient care in private and nursing home settings. From these experiences, I have acquired the skills and knowledge to work with a diverse patient population with chronic illnesses. I look...
Doris can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, companionship, errands, meal prep, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
5.0
"Very hard worker and great collegue. She lightens the shift with both her humor and hard work. She is an asset to any organization. "
Care member
Veronica F.
Bronx, NY
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Am An Experienced Caregiver For The Past 14 Years In Health Care Services.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am certified HHA/CNA. I provide services for seniors and people with disabilities in their own homes, maintaining client's high quality of life by providing friendship, kindness, and companionship and social interaction. I have experience with diabetic clients, dementia care, and Alzheimer's and Parkinson's. Experience in...
Veronica can also help with: Home modification, respite care, personal care, visiting physician, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Veronica is a kind, intelligent and caring person. She helped our family during a difficult time and we are truly grateful for. Any family would be lucky to have Veronica as a caregiver."
Julie M.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a skilled Nursing Assistant, with more than 25 years of experience.
Over the years I performed different duties in the Healthcare Industry, including taking care of clients with Alzheimers / Dementia and special needs.
I also have experience with administering and managing medications.
I am an outstanding multitasker and...
Marcelle can also help with: Errands, hospice services, live-in home care, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Very professional. Skilled. She had a warm demeanor that puts my elder at ease."
Ed F.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a Certified Nursing Assistant compassionate reliable I love care for others. with over 16 years of experience in adult day care, nursing home settings, Hospital and private home care. Patient-focused and empathetic caregiver with extensive knowledge of geriatric needs.
I am Positive and Optimistic and just love caring for...
Rondha can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep, home modification, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"I've had many good caregivers over the last 5yrs. It was easy to rate Rondha five out of five stars. She's the best."
Henry A.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I'm an experienced CNA/caregiver from California who recently moved in to New York. I have a valid driver's license and clean driving record. I love to cook and take care of the elderly like I used to do with my parents when I was still in Manila.
Dindo can also help with: Live-in home care
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"He is a hard worker, he always wants to do more than is expected. He is way above most helpers I have hired in the past."
Sheila H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have such a great personality, honest, patient, caring and reliable. I'm a certified HHS and CNA nurse. Years of experience in senior care and great references.....
Senior caregiver
Sheronia can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, dementia, mobility assistance, transportation, errands & more
5.0
"Sheronia is a wonderful caregiver for my father. She's extremely punctual, makes sure that he is always showered, dressed, and attends to all of his needs. She also straightens up the house when my father is resting. Most importantly, Sheronia is incredibly kind...
Allison L.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a certified HHA and caregiver for the past 13 years. I'm very tidy clean and detailed organized and very trust worthy responsible empathetic and loving. I'm very able bodied and can work superbly independently. Responsibilities include timely intake of medications and organization and doctors visits. I provide overall...
Maya can also help with: Companionship, home modification, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Maya is loyal and trustworthy. She is very organized and ambitious and can handle any chore or request asked of her. She has worked for me for three years I would recommend her to anyone "
Susan B.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked for over 22 years as a caregiver. I am HHA and CPR certified. My last assignment was for over nine and a half years as a private caregiver. I have experience with Dementia, Alzheimer, Parkinson and stroke patients. I am an extremely capable and compassionate person with extensive experience in elderly care. I am...
Jennifer can also help with: Respite care, personal care, companionship, specialized care, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I recommend Jennifer very highly. She took care of my father-in-law who had dementia, until he passed. She was compassionate, understanding, flexible, knowledgeable, resourceful, and dependable. She would come to our home as early in the morning as we needed her...
Caroll K.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a very compassionate, caring, reliable and trustworthy person. The uniqueness about myself is I have friends of ALL AGES and very easy to get along with!! I realized for myself after caring for individuals and families, it takes a certain kind of personality and patience to do this work. I first got into this field by...
Danielle can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, live-in home care, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"We have worked and are still working with Danielle going on 2+ years. She has become part of our family. She is able to handle shopping, errand running, appointments, and daily care for my parents, home and pets! She is skilled in assisted movements, and offers...
Kristen D.
4.0
(1)
I am honest, very compassionate and a caring, kindhearted certified home health aide and CPR first aide trained with 8 years experience working in the home of clients doing laundry, with personal hygiene: bathing, groomed and changed their disposable underwear,
meal preparation according to different diet plans, giving...
Marshalee can also help with: Hospice services, live-in home care, respite care, dementia, personal care, home modification & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
4.0
"Marsha interviewed with me this evening and she was AMAZING with amazing references."
Cassandra P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Caring, compassionate recent graduate with strong interpersonal skills and knowledge of senior care. Two years and more spent assisting in the care of an ailing grandmother in the home.
Khadijah can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care, dementia
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Khadijah is an awesome caregiver. She knows exactly what she is doing and is very polite. She will be missed. Thank you Khadijah for caring for my Mother."
Anita K.
Chandra P.
South Richmond Hill, NY
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.7
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a compassionate and dedicated senior caregiver with over 15 years of experience. My expertise includes medication management, accompanying clients to medical appointments, providing comfort, assisting with meal preparation, and performing light housekeeping. Additionally, I am available to run errands as needed. I am an...
Chandra can also help with: Personal care, hospice services
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Extremely reliable, very warm and truly caring. She really went the extra mile to make sure my mother was well cared for. I would recommend her very highly!"
Robert R.
4.7
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Experience as a Home Care Caregiver 15years plus.
Provided non- medical home care services to elderly/disabled patients. Focus on personal care, Companionship, Homemaking & Transportation.
I've have provided care for Elderly, with Dementia, Parkinson's Alzheimer's, Multiple Sclerosis, Cancer & Old Age.
I have the Ability to...
Kathy can also help with: Dementia, personal care, live-in home care
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
Wound Care
5.0
"Kathy took care of both my mother and Aunt. Kathy cared for my mother for 3 and a half years and my aunt for 6 months.
Kathy is extremely professional. Kathy is knowledgeable and responsible. Kathy is caring and compassionate.
Kathy goes above and beyond what...
Maria M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Skills: I'm an experienced caregiver and health aid, able to provide services as: Giving medicine, feeding, bathing, dressing and exercising of disable person.
I worked for a person after a stroke and I used equipment like mechanical lifts and tube feeding.
I am willing to work during night or day.
I have a car and pretty good...
Alina can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands, dementia, live-in home care, personal care & more
5.0
(1)
For 18 years, I have been a personal caregiver and certified HHA (Home Health Aide). I have worked with many different types of families and needs. I have experience with ADL (activities of daily living including meal prep), Dementia, Alzheimer's and Parkinson's diseases. I strive to motivate my clients in working through things...
Nandhanney can also help with: Personal care, dementia, companionship
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Nan is trustworthy, dependable and highly experienced. She took loving care of my husband as if he was her own father. Anyone would be lucky to have her as a caregiver."
Toby N.
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Recent caregiver reviews in Oakland Gardens, NY
Bonnie K.
5.0
We hired Bonnie to help take care of my grandmother & grandfather, she was a blessing! She was always dependable, would help anyway she could, was always there in emergency situations, even would help me as a new first time mother if I needed. I really couldn't have found anyone better then her. She...
- Kelsey S.
Kaneisha T.
5.0
Kaneisha is a compassionate and highly trained home health aide. She took care of my mom 24/7, Mon-Fri for a month in my Mom's last month of life. Kaneisha is amazing --so loving, gentle, knowledgeable, experienced, insightful and trustworthy. She formed a true connection with my mom and guided us...
- Anjani S.
Julie C.
5.0
Julie is THE BEST. She cared for both my parents as a weekend caregiver. Engaging, loving, caring. So many words describe this true angel on earth. Unfortunately for us, we needed a live-in situation and Julie at other obligations with the family she works with during the week. I miss...
- Richard A.
Kerrieen B.
5.0
She is a very dependable person and a very hard worker..Always put others first.And a respectable person..
- Judy M.
Doris K.
5.0
Very hard worker and great collegue. She lightens the shift with both her humor and hard work. She is an asset to any organization.
- Care member
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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.