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60 caregivers are listed in Ridge, NY
The average rate is $23/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby caregivers is 4 years
Caregivers in Ridge, NY
4.8
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have worked as a Companion/ Senior care provider both on paying jobs as well as I have taken care of my own elderly parents. I believe that experience has helped me to relate to the needs of my clients. I have also worked for years as a professional driver and have received numerous safety awards. I have a comfortable, clean...
Susan can also help with: Respite care, light cleaning, dementia, errands, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Susan J has been an outstanding caregiver for our parents. Our mom unfortunately suffers from dementia and Susan demonstrated incredible kindness, compassion and patience, even on our moms hardest days. She tried creative ways to engage our mother, like crafts,...
Kate D.
10 years Experience with people who has dementia, diabetes, oxygen treatment, hospice care and more ..
Art and physical therapy is part of my job, if patient is interested
Nona can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, companionship, hospice services, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Hello!
I am a mature woman who is patient, kind, trustworthy and reliable. I have worked in the medical field for many years for an Internist in private practice. I have also worked with seniors in private home care. I hope to be able to be a comforting companion for your loved one, assisting with all aspects of daily living. I...
Eileen can also help with: Errands, mobility assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, companionship & more
Leeona C.
Ridge, NY
$16-21/hr
I have a little experience with elder caregiver due to my great mother I enjoy helping and caring for your family just as my own
Leeona can also help with: Meal prep, respite care, live-in home care, hospice services, light cleaning
Hello! I have been a homemaker and an experienced caregiver for over 15 years now. I am BLS certified (Basic LIfe support). I am a mom to five beautiful children who are all in school now. I am compassionate, loving, and a naturally caring person who enjoys helping others. I have availability a few hours during the day. I also...
Erica can also help with: Transportation, light cleaning, errands, meal prep
Brittany V.
Ridge, NY
$20-25/hr
I have been a primary caregiver for my elderly grandma for the past 5 years. I have helped her with medication management, transportation and support to doctors visits, grocery shopping, and all sorts of fun experiences, as well as emotional and physical support in daily tasks. I am confident in my abilities to provide a client...
Brittany can also help with: Light cleaning, respite care, transportation, errands, meal prep
I live in Ridge am recently retired. The mother of 3 grown children. I am currently helping to care for my elderly parents. The help that I am providing to my parents is improving the quality of the lives and would love to share that with others that are in need of some daily help. I can meal prep give medication reminders do...
Linda can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands, dementia, transportation
Hello
I work as a direct support professional I have been there for six years now I work in a residence it is a 12 bed home I do changing cleaning giving meds feeding a g tube a lot of different things I do I also love my job very loving caring responsibilities I love what I do I am very interested in learning new things also...
Lachia can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care, meal prep
5.0
(1)
I have years of experience assisting adults with limitations, elderly, as well as children. I have my own car, and am fine with pets.
I give individuals the kindness and respect they deserve. I have worked as DSP, cleared with EEDA & ACDS.
Currently I am available to care for clients in my home.
Jayne can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, companionship, errands, light cleaning, personal care & more
5.0
"Jayne is a wonderful aide to my mother. She is gentle, kind, and dependable. Treats my mom with respect and love. I would highly recommend her. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
My qualifications include:
-Extremely capable and compassionate individual with extensive experience in elderly care giving.
-Hard-working, honest, able to take initiative and go beyond the expectations of employer.
-Enthusiastic to get a caregiver position at a private household utilizing qualifications and care giving skills...
Ashley can also help with: Dementia
5.0
"We hired Ashley and my father has been very happy with her work. She is dependable, hard working, and caring. We are very fortunate to have found her."
Mark G.
5.0
(2)
I am retired professional from Stony Brook University. Have experience with Dementia/Alzheimer's/Hospice. Loving and patient. Mother had Dementia so have first hand knowledge from family perspective. Have 4 years of part-time employment with agency and 3 years privately employed. Lived with my precious sister last month of her...
Carol can also help with: Personal care, light cleaning, dementia, companionship
5.0
"Carol took wonderful care of my mother over that past few years and we felt quite lucky to have her. I would strongly recommend her if you are in need of a kind, caring and compassionate aide for a relative who might need a caregiver. My family shares my...
Jim R.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Dedicated and loyal Companion/Caregiver. I know first hand the importance of maintaining peace of mind knowing that someone caring and compassionate is taking care of a loved one. Over 20 years personal and professional experience. Caring for my own family members, including dementia, hospice, and end of life care. Over 20 years...
Kelly can also help with: Companionship, dementia, errands, light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Cared for my great aunt for several years. Took care of errands, laundry, and meals. Watched TV with her as well as played cards and assisted with her walking periodically as she was wheelchair bound (which I have to say lit up my aunts eyes like you wouldn't...
Adam S.
Jeanine D.
Coram, NY
$25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Available For Part-Time And Full-Time Respite Care, Housekeeping, And Meal Preparation (Available For Part-Time And Full-Time Childcare, Too)
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am seeking a senior care-giving position. I've had the pleasure of care-giving for the elderly for five years or more with several different families. I am trustworthy, honest and very caring. I would provide medication reminders, run errands, do light housekeeping, be a helping hand to the family, and overall, provide...
Jeanine can also help with: Dementia, respite care, meal prep, transportation, errands, light cleaning & more
5.0
"We loved Jeanine for the way she took care of my senior mother who is now in a nursing home.
She is extremely reliable and dependable and always on time and never missed a shift She knew many different ways of helping people with dementia and ways around in...
Steve Y.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love working with the elderly. I am dependable, responsible, and honored to take care of the patients I meet and have a positive impact on their lives. I have up-to-date CNA and BLS certifications, and 8 years' experience working with patients and assisting them with eating, bathing, dressing, toileting, etc. I possess...
Samantha can also help with: Dementia, personal care
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Samantha is very caring and capable. She adapts to difficult situations well and is very dependable and communicative. She only worked with my dad for two weeks before he needed to go back into rehab, but she was wonderful with him."
Andrew S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have taken care of my mother and my grandmother they were both confined to bed. I am very patient and kind and I am compassionate person.
Anne can also help with: Dementia, personal care, visiting physician, home modification
Skills:
CNA
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a Senior Care Provider for 7 years. I work mostly with Dementia patients but open to providing Companion Care to anyone in need. I am calm, easy going, compassionate, trustworthy and reliable.
I treat everyone I work with like family. I have outstanding references that will attest to that.
I can provide...
Mary can also help with: Personal care, respite care, companionship, hospice services, dementia
5.0
"Mary is professional, caring, trustworthy, and most of all, one of the kindest people I've ever met. She was not only my mother's caregiver but a true friend to her and her family. She looked out for her, making sure her needs were met and beyond. And she did go...
Maria C.
4.1
(9)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I love to take care of people I'm a mom with four children so taking care of someone comes natural to me. I clean and change sheets. I take my patients bath or shower, and wash clothes and I also cook. I give out medication and do light exercises and walking. I also play games cards read books. If you are interested in meeting...
Miriam can also help with: Dementia, errands, hospice services, light cleaning, companionship, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"She is very responsible and cares for her patients very well.And likes to enjoy time with them.She loves helping others and providing for others."
Mya A.
Shakila H.
Shirley, NY
$27-40/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am a female caregiver with 9 years of experience.
With my 9 years of experience, I have worked with dementia, and chronic conditions and I have provided end-of-life care and more.
I do have my home health aide certificate. And clean valid driver's license.
Please get in touch if you think I could help you. I love to hear...
Shakila can also help with: Companionship, errands, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"she’s very kind, hard-working and good communicator also friendly and chatty"
Care member
Clara R.
Middle Island, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Kind, caring, loyal, attentive caregiver with many years of experience. I am kind, energetic, engaging and loyal. I will tend to your loved ones as if they were my own. I've handled all aspects of care giving, including bathing, dressing, meal prep, travel to doctors appointments, errands, etc. References and certifications of...
Clara can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, companionship, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"She treated my MOM like it was her own.
I could leave my MOM with her n she would keep her busy, with games or conversation. She didn't let her just sleep or watch TV alone.
She kept her clean, her bed n surroundings clean n well fed with her favorites. She is...
Gale Y.
Sabriena K.
Shoreham, NY
$25-35/hr • 4 yrs exp
3.4
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi I have been a Cna for pass three year I love my job caring for other people is such a wonderful feeling I enjoy caring for other such a groom them .
Blow dry there hair , polish there nail makeup. think what you see in the mirror reflect on your behavior.
I am kind and believe in karma what I give will come back to me .
I am...
Sabriena can also help with: Home modification, live-in home care, errands, light cleaning, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Sabriena is the most compassionate, kind caregiver. Her demeanor is especially calming and relaxing for both the person to whom she is providing care, and to the family, as well. She cared for my mother for, unfortunately, a short time before my mom passed away....
Kerri M.
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Recent caregiver reviews in Ridge, NY
Susan J.
5.0
Susan was been a very attentive and conscientious care giver to our parents for the past 6-months. Our father suffers from dementia and our mom suffers from back issues that make normal life difficult. Both of my parents love having Susan around and she has made it possible for them to stay in the...
- Matthew P.
Jayne H.
5.0
Jayne is a wonderful aide to my mother. She is gentle, kind, and dependable. Treats my mom with respect and love. I would highly recommend her.
- Care member
Ashley R.
5.0
We hired Ashley and my father has been very happy with her work. She is dependable, hard working, and caring. We are very fortunate to have found her.
- Mark G.
Carol D.
5.0
Carol took wonderful care of my mother over that past few years and we felt quite lucky to have her. I would strongly recommend her if you are in need of a kind, caring and compassionate aide for a relative who might need a caregiver. My family shares my gratitude and respect for Carol and the...
- Jim R.
Kelly M.
5.0
Cared for my great aunt for several years. Took care of errands, laundry, and meals. Watched TV with her as well as played cards and assisted with her walking periodically as she was wheelchair bound (which I have to say lit up my aunts eyes like you wouldn't believe). My aunt saw her as a friend...
- Adam S.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Ridge, NY
What caregiver services can I find near me in Ridge, NY?
Most private senior caregiver services in Ridge, 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 Ridge.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Ridge, NY in 2024?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Ridge, NY on Care.com as of May, 2024 is $23.50 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 Ridge, NY?
There are currently 8 caregivers in Ridge, NY on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Ridge, 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 Ridge before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Ridge, NY background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Ridge, 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.