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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Jess. I am an experienced, caring and dependable PCA/CNA. Excellent professional references. Clean background. 20 plus years in medical field. My rate is 30. 00-40 an hour.
I have worked with Alzheimer's/dementia, psychiatric, hospice, TBI patients as well as cancer and stroke patients for many years.
Thank...
Jessica can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, personal care
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
(3)
Patient, reliable, caring, great references, experienced, supportive, calm, great communication skills, compassionate. Great caregiver for seniors available.
Anna can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, companionship, mobility assistance, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Anna is a wonderful caregiver. She took care of my father for the last two years of his life. He and I both loved her. She is warm, compassionate, and responsible. I could not recommend her more highly. She is the kind of person that you know in a second is the...
Wendy L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My passion for the medical field and caregiving began in patients with rheumatoid arthritis. I pursued that interest and ended up going to school as a medical major. In college, I cared for a stroke victim with hemiparesis and I have most experience with osteoporosis and arthritis, Alzheimer's and post-polio patients. I have my...
Laura can also help with: Errands, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, home modification, meal prep & more
5.0
"Laura is a wonderful senior care provider. She gave me comfort knowing Mom was in good care. Highly recommend Laura."
Janet H.
5.0
(1)
Hello Everyone! I Love to do gardening. And I am also a pretty good cook. Experience in 100% pet care. . also Certified Personal caregiver and a former home health aid. Experience with memory care! Dementia and Alzheimer's for many years.
Leanne can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, hospice services, meal prep, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Leanne, Took care of my father after he came home from a rehab facility. She had a great amount of patience and was able to manage dad's feisty attitude. She has a good sense of humor and is also good with animals. She was always on time. I would definitely hire...
Care member
5.0
(3)
I am an HHA with a strong caregiving background of 14 years along with being a Certified Dementia Specialist. My professional experiences with different employers both private and home-care agencies has provided me with great expertise in: Personal care assistance such as bathing, dressing, Meal preparation and assistance with...
Doreen can also help with: Dementia, personal care, respite care, hospice services, live-in home care
5.0
"Doreen helped care for my elderly mother for several years. She was wonderful & I would highly recommend her."
Dave L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Friendly, energetic and conscientious caregiver with nine years experience in dementia and elder care (long term with three families) Assists with day to day care and activities to provide a pleasant and safe environment. Offering assistance with personal activities, meal prep, light housekeeping, transportation and medication...
Courtney can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, respite care, errands, transportation, dementia & more
5.0
"Courtney has been helping care for our 88 yr old mom . She helps with daily bathing / dressing , meal prep , light house hold chores. She is kind , professional , caring and has a lot of experience working with elderly . My mom really enjoys Courtney's help and...
Veronica G.
Zejna K.
Wethersfield, CT
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Certified Nurse Assistant Available For Senior Caregiving, Housekeeping And Pet Caring. Full Or Part
4.3
(10)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Passionate, loving and caring with 7 years of experience working with senior clients at four different locations including homecare (several clients), hospitals (Hartford Hospital) and nursing homes (Hughes Health, Avon Healthcare and Alexandria Manor).
Skills:
Vital signs: temp, blood pressure, pulses and respiration....
Zejna can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, personal care, transportation, visiting physician, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Zejna has been a Godsend for my mother. This past year with COVID has been very tough for someone with dementia. Life has changed so much for my mother since we found Zejna. She gets her out of the house, brings her to lovely parks to see the flowers and wildlife....
Lisa H.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Very caring person looking for work as a senior caregiver. I am an experienced companion/homemaker for 5 years. I am seeking part to full-time employment. I am very compassionate, caring, and dependable. The services I provide are: caregiving, homemaking, companion, grocery shopping, travel to appointments. I have excellent...
Emina can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, light cleaning, mobility assistance, errands, dementia & more
5.0
"Due to my work schedule that requires a lot of travel time I can't be there for my mother at times but having Emina has made all the difference. Whenever I am not in town Emina takes care of my mother by keeping her company, providing entertainment, going shopping...
Ahmad O.
3.8
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Experience EMT/CNA Caregiver.
Worked w Dementia, Alzheimer's, Stroke L/R, Behavioral, Hospice, Disabled. Over 30 years experience. Great work ethics and always on time. Available all hours
My last position through care. com I moved to be closer to my client.
Committed & Reliable!!
Zina can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, personal care
Skills:
Wound Care
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Zina is in a word AMAZING. She is kind and compassionate, warm and friendly and always goes above and beyond. My family hired her to care for my 82 year old Mom who needed assistance with bathing, dressing, feeding, supervision and assist with ambulation. Zina's...
Laura O.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
An energetic loving caring person who enjoys spending time with the elderly talking socializing and helping them out. Every elderly person I treat as my mother or father give them love and attention. My overall aim is to put a smile on their face and make them laugh no matter the condition. I have been vaccinated for covid-19
Paulette can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, errands, dementia, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Lovely lady, compassionate and caring. Took care of my wife and she did an excellent job. She was always on top of her job and she made her feel comfortable."
Andy B.
Hello,
I am a caring and dependable caregiver with experience in everything from companionship, doctor visits, budget shopping, cooking healthy meals, exercising to improve range of motion, memory care, dementia, gardening, light housekeeping, bathing, grooming, laundry, and all forms of activities of daily living. Reach out to...
Jacqueline can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, light cleaning, live-in home care, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Jacqueline C.
Rocky Hill, CT
$20-27/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been doing in home elder care for the past 10 years. I enjoy caring and helping those that truly need assistance. I work closely with the family to ensure that their loved one gets the best care I can give! I am enthuiastic and always willing to give my all! I like to approach each and every client on an individual basis....
Jacqueline can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, hospice services, errands, companionship & more
Hi, I am a retired registered nurse. I am looking to be a live in caregiver. I really enjoy working with seniors and have 34 years experience in nursing. I want to provide care without having to spend hours behind the computer documenting what I just did. I am honest, dependable, and have a great sense of humor.
Irene can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, live-in home care, respite care, errands, light cleaning & more
Brandi S.
Marlborough, CT
$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Brandi A Compassionate, Experienced, Empathetic, Caregiver That YOU Should HIRE!!
Hello! My name is Brandi, I am a 30-year-old caregiver located in Marlborough who is currently seeking mostly *daytime work (8-4) but can be flexible. I am currently an evening nursing student and a certified nurses assistant ( CNA on CT state registry). I am CPR, first aide, and basic life support certified. I have over a...
Brandi can also help with: Live-in home care, companionship, errands, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Home Health Aide
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My senior year of high school I took a course on becoming a CNA (certified nursing assistant). Our clinical were done at a local nursing home where I learned just how challenging but rewarding it was to work with the elderly and disabled. I am very passionate about my work in the health industry and am currently working on my...
Alexandria can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, meal prep, dementia, personal care, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
I have a passion for helping others especially the elderly. Looking for a caregiver supervisory position or personal caregiver. I am a certified caregiver.
Elvira can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, mobility assistance, companionship, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
Nontando M.
Middletown, CT
$20-44/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hey there !
I hope everything is good on your side. I have been a caregiver for 3 year, worked in homecare and assistance living facility and independent living facility.
Therefore with the experience I gained, I would help my client with;
- Meal preparation
- Medication Reminder
-Accompany to medical appointments
-Light...
Nontando can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, live-in home care, companionship, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Nice to meet you! I'm new to the area, I moved here for my full time career, and have a passion for helping people and animals! I have extensive experience with elder companionship and pet care.
A little about me: my first professional job was in a nursing and rehabilitation facility as a Dietary Aide, where I worked for 5...
Sara can also help with: Transportation, respite care, light cleaning, errands, meal prep
I care for people as if they were my own family and how I'd want them treated. I'm very passionate about senior care, kind, caring, calm and very patient and empathetic. I'm able to provide both physical and emotional support to clients, help with meal preparation, medication reminders, bathing and dressing, bathroom assistance,...
James can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep
Hi! My name is Caroline and I love caring for all people! My background includes caring for special needs children to 92! I love being a companion!
I am well versed in bathing, dressing, light housekeeping, meal prep, med prep and errands. I love to play cards, crochet, take walks, chit-chat and can find happiness in just about...
Caroline can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, transportation, meal prep
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Recent caregiver reviews in Portland, CT
Anna J.
5.0
While Anna was unable to fill in for the days and time we needed her to care for mom, she was very quick to respond, very pleasant, and shared kind words. Good luck Anna.
Dave in Berlin
- Dave C.
Laura F.
5.0
Laura is a wonderful senior care provider. She gave me comfort knowing Mom was in good care. Highly recommend Laura.
- Janet H.
Leanne O.
5.0
Leanne, Took care of my father after he came home from a rehab facility. She had a great amount of patience and was able to manage dad's feisty attitude. She has a good sense of humor and is also good with animals. She was always on time. I would definitely hire her again.
- Care member
Doreen K.
5.0
Doreen helped care for my elderly mother for several years. She was wonderful & I would highly recommend her.
- Dave L.
Courtney N.
5.0
Courtney has been helping care for our 88 yr old mom . She helps with daily bathing / dressing , meal prep , light house hold chores. She is kind , professional , caring and has a lot of experience working with elderly . My mom really enjoys Courtney's help and looks forward to her visits
- Veronica G.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Portland, CT
What caregiver services can I find near me in Portland, CT?
Most private senior caregiver services in Portland, CT 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 Portland.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Portland, CT in 2024?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Portland, CT on Care.com as of May, 2024 is $30.00 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 Portland, CT?
There are currently 1 caregivers in Portland, CT on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Portland, CT 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 Portland before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Portland, CT background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Portland, CT 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.