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Toqui T.

Part-Time Caregiver Available In Riverhead Area

Riverhead, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
respite care
hospice services
home modification
personal care
I enjoy being with people of all ages. My particular training includes: * Hospice volunteer in 1997 including palliative massage *CPR/EMT in 2000 *LMT-NY in 2004 I am a mother to a 24-year-old son. My past experience includes caring for newborns, young children, paraplegic resulting from traumatic brain injury, elderly parents...

Care Member says "Toqui started working with us during COVID when it was almost impossible to find a caregiver and she was truly God sent! She cared for my elderly mom...

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Corrina W.

Riverhead, NY

3.7(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Companionship
hospice services
errands
dementia
light cleaning
+ 1 more
About Me Hi! I've been a Certified Nursing Assistant since 2001, and I've also been active on Care. com for a long time. Over the years I've worked with Alzheimer's and Dementia patients, provided hospice care, and supported families with everything from daily living to companionship. I'm reliable, loving, nurturing,...

Deborah W. says "Punctual. attention to detail. warm, friendly personality. my mom loved her! We'll definitely use her again. Thank you, Corrina :)"

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Liena B.

Experienced Caregiver.

Riverhead, NY

from
$35/hr
8 years experience
Companionship
light cleaning
errands
dementia
meal prep
+ 1 more
My experiences include: Working with Cancer, Dementia, Alzheimer's, Palliative care and companionship. I prefer East Hampton, Southampton, Bridgehampton areas. I'm accurate, good listener, detail oriented, organized.
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Marian B.

PT Experienced Caregiver Available

Riverhead, NY

from
$17/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
personal care
I have been working with seniors for many years. I was certified by the Arthritis Foundation to teach fitness to seniors and by the Association for the Blind. It gives me great satisfaction to give back to our elderly population. Fully vaccinated and boosted for Covid.
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Amy H.

Overnight Caregiver

Riverhead, NY

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
personal care
mobility assistance
specialized care
Hi I'm Amy. I am available for overnight care and during the day. I have worked with over the past 10 years with cleaning, running errands, assisting in bathroom, meal prep. If interested we can talk further.
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Ashley B.

Occasional And Part-Time Caregiver

Riverhead, NY

from
$27/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
meal prep
errands
dementia
mobility assistance
+ 1 more
I have previously worked in the past for my local hospital for 3 years as a patient sitter with elderly patients with dementia. I worked as a home health aide through school until I obtained my LPN license in 2015. I am CPR certified. I al currently enrolled in an RN program. I love my job and love taking care of my patients. My...
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Laura D.

Experienced Senior Caregiver

Riverhead, NY

from
$20/hr
Companionship
personal care
hospice services
dementia
respite care
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Laura and I live in Riverhead. I work full time as a high school animal science teacher, a single mom of 3 "almost grown" kids and am looking to make some extra money to help them with college. I am experienced in working with seniors and also those with dementia/Alzheimer's. I have worked with family members of my own...
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Latisha H.

Riverhead, NY

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Errands
meal prep
light cleaning
Making a positive impact on someone's life is what drives me as a caregiver. With three years of experience, I'm a Certified Nursing Assistant dedicated to supporting the well-being and independence of adults and seniors. My goal is to provide families with a reliable care option. I strive to create a comfortable environment. I...
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Susan S.

Compassionate And Caring Senior For Senior

Riverhead, NY

from
$35/hr
6 years experience
Dementia
personal care
light cleaning
errands
meal prep
I was a Caregiver Coach at Medical Center until the outbreak of Covid. I then pivoted to our program of staying in touch with caregivers via phone. I'm experienced with both the individual needing care and the individual giving it. Both sides can be challenging to one another but with calm and compassion success can be...
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Karla L.

Care

Riverhead, NY

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Dementia
live-in home care
hospice services
errands
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am a trustworthy and loving person. I have a lot of patience to take care of those in need. I like to help give smiles to others.
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Susanne T.

Riverhead, NY

from
$17/hr
3 years experience
Errands
transportation
light cleaning
Meet Susie, a warm-hearted and dedicated caregiver with a lifetime of nurturing experience. At 66, Susie brings a wealth of compassion and wisdom to her role, shaped by her journey as a devoted wife and mother to three wonderful children, now grown, who have overcome unique challenges and disabilities with her unwavering...
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Veronica S.

Riverhead, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
light cleaning
home modification
dementia
live-in home care
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as caring, loving, friendly I like caring for seniors because the help and care I can offer to those who need or do not have is part of my life for over 25 years. I started caring for seniors over 25 years ago One thing you should know about me is I have your families best interest at heart. The...
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Theresa J.

Riverhead, NY

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$16/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
meal prep
home modification
errands
personal care
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as compassionate, dedicated and have great listening skills I like caring for seniors because I've been caring for seniors 30+ years. It's my way of giving back. I started caring for seniors when my father got sick. It inspired me to help others in need In my spare time, I like to read. One thing...
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Aine M.

Riverhead, NY

from
$17/hr
1 year experience
Dementia
transportation
light cleaning
errands
meal prep
My experience with working with seniors is in the current nursing home I work at. I work on the long term care unit and I love it! Although it is very challenging sometimes, I leave feeling fulfilled that I was able to help a few people feel better that day. I help my residents get up and dressed for the day, if it is their...
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Elexa P.

Experienced Home Caretaker/companion

Riverhead, NY

from
$30/hr
4 years experience
Companionship
hospice services
errands
dementia
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Elexa. I have been in the private home care field for 4 years and was previously a CNA before that. I enjoy helping the elderly in the comfort of their own homes and making their day-to-day life and activities easier to the best of my ability. I try to provide a calm, reassuring presence with every client to...
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Gina G.

Loving And Compassionate Senior Caregiver

Riverhead, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Dementia
personal care
hospice services
respite care
I am currently available to be your family's private caregiver. I have been a caregiver my entire adult life and it is what I truly love to do. I can provide excellent references upon request. I am qualified to take care of seniors. I am very honest, reliable, trustworthy, caring, compassionate and loving. I am very dedicated...

James R. says "Extremely knowledgeable and friendly. She was a pleasure and went above and beyond what I asked of her."

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Carol D.

Companion, Caregiver

Manorville, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
meal prep
errands
dementia
mobility assistance
+ 1 more
I am an energetic, physically fit, 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 4 years privately employed. 3 years taking care...

Gina G. says "I had the pleasure of working with Carol at Stony Brook University in her role as Graduate Programs Coordinator. Carol was wonderful with the students, so...

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Nicole G.

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)/Caregiver

Manorville, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Dementia
respite care
hospice services
home modification
visiting nurse
+ 1 more
I'm a 46-year-old CNA (certified nursing assistant) with over 20 yrs experience. I worked at an assisted care facility (nursing home) for 14 years and now I work private home care for the past several years. I have experience with all ages, especially the elderly. I can help with all daily activities, companionship,...

Theresa J. says "Nicole cared for my 77 year old mother who had Alzheimer's Disease until her passing in the beginning of November . She is beyond an excellent caregiver,...

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Gloria R.

Senior Caregiver

Calverton, NY

from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
meal prep
errands
dementia
mobility assistance
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as friendly outgoing and compassionate I like caring for seniors because it gives me a sense of fulfillment and comfort in helping someone that is not completely capable of doing everything for themselves . I love being a caregiver. I started caring for seniors when a friend of mine asked me to...
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Gail N.

Caring Companion For Your Loved One

Wading River, NY

from
$25/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
meal prep
errands
dementia
personal care
+ 1 more
Hello, I am a retired female that has experience being a companion for some of my family members and friends parents. I started out just helping out, driving , laundry and food to help out friends with their parents needs. I also take care of my own mother, and know the needs of a person that still wants to be independent , but...
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  • 60 caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $23.25/hr as of January 2026

  • The average star rating for rated caregivers is 4.3

Recent caregiver reviews from local parents in Riverhead, NY

Caregivers in Riverhead, NY are rated 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 15 reviews of the 60 listed caregivers

Toqui T.

Toqui started working with us during COVID when it was almost impossible to find a caregiver and she was truly God sent! She cared for my...

- Care member

Corrina W.

Punctual. attention to detail. warm, friendly personality. my mom loved her! We'll definitely use her again. Thank you, Corrina :)

- Deborah W.

Gina G.

Extremely knowledgeable and friendly. She was a pleasure and went above and beyond what I asked of her.

- James R.

FAQs for finding caregivers in Riverhead, NY

Most private senior caregiver services in Riverhead, 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 Riverhead.

The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Riverhead, NY on Care.com as of January, 2026 is $23.25 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.

There are currently 16 caregivers in Riverhead, NY on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Riverhead, 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 Riverhead before making a hiring decision.

Yes, caregivers near you in Riverhead, 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.

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