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I have worked with the elderly population for many years. I would love to help with errands, medications and companionship.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I'm a retired RN with 35 years experience. I'm conscientious, reliable, knowledgeable, kind and empathetic.
Catherine can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, mobility assistance, companionship, personal care, dementia & more
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
5.0
"Catherine has been wonderful. She works with my dad daily and we couldn't be happier. Would recommend her highly."
Michelle H.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have always loved being a caregiver for children, animals and the senior population. I have 20+yrs of experience with Seniors including my position of Office Manager/Client Care Coordinator for 14 yrs with a Home Care and 5 yrs with a Nursing Home. I am reliable, honest, dependable, organized, clean, active and I love to cook....
Karen can also help with: Dementia
5.0
"Karen has become a family member in a sense, her compassion for my mom is above and beyond what I expected or can ask for !
Karen is attentive to all my mothers needs , she communicates with me regularly so that I never have a question .
When my days come , I'm...
Charles A.
Karen A.
Port Jefferson Station, NY
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello,
I am actively seeking a part-time position as a Senior Caregiver Provider. With over a decade of experience in elderly care, I've developed a profound passion for enhancing the lives of seniors. My commitment goes beyond basic care, as I take immense joy in engaging in activities, providing companionship, and addressing...
Karen can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, errands, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
(2)
Experience varies within the social service field. Working with dementia, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, Hospice, Mental Health and developmentally disabilities.
Tracy can also help with: Errands, home modification, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, companionship & more
5.0
"Tracy is kind, hardworking, honest and dependable. She is very dedicated to her clients and compassionate about her work. I trust her in my home and with my loved ones. She has become like a sister to me. Thank you for all you do!"
Jenna C.
5.0
(2)
Hi! I'm a positive and patient mother of 2 girls (10\11). Who's always had a passion for caring for others. Coming from a big family has given me many different life experiences. Everything from caring for newborns to the sick and elderly. I've cared for those with many different needs ranging from simple companionship to...
Amanda can also help with: Meal prep, errands, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, respite care & more
5.0
"I had quite a few aides for my 75 yr old mother and I consider myself thankful to have Amanda come into our lives. She was very dependable and such a joy to have around. Her happy demeanor really lifted my mother's spirts. Amanda's time with my mother became...
Joe F.
Mary K.
Northport, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
I am an experienced health care provider. Worked home care with children and elderly for over 6 years. I worked at st Johnlands nursing home for over 5 years. I have always had a special place in my heart for the elderly. Volunteered working at nursing homes since I was a teenager. I love working with geriatric patients and...
Mary can also help with: Companionship, respite care, mobility assistance, personal care, visiting nurse, dementia & more
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
5.0
"I worked with Mary Kearns on a home care case. She was not only patient, generous and caring but professional and knowledgeable in care taking. She would be a welcome addition to any family looking for childcare services and the care of an elderly relative."
Brigitte K.
4.6
(9)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I have been in the medical field for over 18 years including time in the FDNY . I am CPR certified and I love taking care of people and their families. I have many references available. I also worked as an dialysis technician.
Harmony can also help with: Personal care, light cleaning, errands, companionship, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Harmony has been taking care of our 87 year old Dad for almost a year now. She is professional, kind, caring and does a great job. We are blessed to have her. She has been a great advocate for Dad in many instances, which we really appreciate. We feel like she is...
Linda S.
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
(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: Visiting physician, home modification, personal care, dementia
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: Respite care, personal care, hospice services, dementia, companionship
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.
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: Transportation, errands, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, respite care & 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)
Hi there I'm an experience Home health aide
For the past 6 years. I am certified in Pca & Hha since 2017. I am also fimiliar with Cpap as I have worked for 4 years in the Cdpap department.
I have more avaliabilty Overnight's then Day time shift's.
I am a outstanding responsible and caring individual that loves giving more then...
Diana can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, meal prep, companionship, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
(1)
I am a responsible, trustworthy, caring, nurturing and mature woman looking for a babysitting job. I raised two children, a boy who is 28-years-old and a girl who is 30-years-old. Throughout my life, I have had multiple positions where I cared for children ranging from infancy to teenage years. I also have eight years experience...
Doreen can also help with: Meal prep, personal care, light cleaning, transportation, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Doreen took such wonderful care of my mother in law. She was reliable and so sweet. I never had to worry about my mother knowing that she was in Doreen's care. "
Donna B.
4.4
(7)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a nurturing/empathetic person who would be an asset to a senior needing transportation to medical appointments, food shopping, general errands, church visits, etc.. I can also help with light house work and provide good company. Certified Home Health Aide Certification with perfect score. CPR/First Aide Certified....
Kathy can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Kathy was a wonderful caregiver for my parents. She's warm, compassionate and very hard working."
Andrew S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a compassionate mom and grandmother of 2 girls and 3 grandchildren. I have been caring for the elderly for the last 5 years and it is very rewarding. The elderly Long for care, love, compassion and companionship and I enjoy giving that.
No greater compliment in the world when after watching someone for so long, they...
Crescenza can also help with: Errands, transportation, companionship, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Creszenza is delightful & professional in all categories. Her care shines and my mother simply adores her."
Antonietta E.
5.0
(2)
2007 to 2012: I took care of my mother-in-law who lived with us in her old ages; she had dementia and several health complications.
2018 to 2020: I watched a lovely husband and wife. He was in his mid 90's, and she was in her late 80's with dementia. I would dress them, take care of their medications, and prepare three meals a...
Michael can also help with: Hospice services, live-in home care, personal care, dementia
5.0
"Our family was very fortunate to have Mike care for my grandparents; he was with us for over 2 1/2 years. I have always found him to be reliable, trustworthy and respectful. Mike is compassionate and kind, along with a great sense of humor and a calm demeanor. He...
Jennifer C.
5.0
(2)
I am a kind and compassionate caregiver. I am fun and up beat. I enjoy spending time with all people; talking, coloring, playing games, watching game shows, etc. I can do grocery shopping or laundry, whatever your needs, I would like to help! I also do light housekeeping, and meal preparation . If your looking for someone to...
Donna can also help with: Personal care, visiting physician, transportation, light cleaning, meal prep, errands & more
5.0
"Donna is great! She took such great care of my Mom. Will definitely hire her again. In a minute. That's how great she is."
Kathleen H.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am an adult who has 20 years experience with dementia Alzheimer's patients . I've been doing this privately for seniors advocating I have numerous references at any time you can speak to anyone who I I have worked for . I feel this is my calling I like to work with seniors I think they have a lot to give and I am honest...
Joann can also help with: Personal care, respite care, dementia, hospice services, visiting physician
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"We were lucky to have met Joann when my parents were in need of some help. She was exactly what we were looking for. We needed someone who would listen to their needs, be flexible, dependable and caring - Joann was all of those things and more! We instantly felt...
Ilene M.
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:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
CNA
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.
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Recent caregiver reviews in Saint James, NY
Catherine S.
5.0
Catherine has been wonderful. She works with my dad daily and we couldn't be happier. Would recommend her highly.
- Michelle H.
Karen M.
5.0
We had the pleasure of getting to know Karen when she came to care for our mother. She is a natural at what she does and we were lucky and grateful to have her in our lives during a time that was very overwhelming.
She is very professional, compassionate, capable and empathetic and is attuned to...
- Catherine M.
Tracy L.
5.0
Tracy is very patient. And has a tremendous heart. I trusted her in my home and she took wonderful care of my mom on many days for me. If you have any questions please feel free to call me.
- Linda R.
Amanda S.
5.0
I had quite a few aides for my 75 yr old mother and I consider myself thankful to have Amanda come into our lives. She was very dependable and such a joy to have around. Her happy demeanor really lifted my mother's spirts. Amanda's time with my mother became the highlight of her day. It gave...
- Joe F.
Mary K.
5.0
Mary is an outstanding care taker. She is kind and generous of her time. She is detail oriented. She is very meticulous, organized but flexible when need be. I highly recommend her.
- Ann B.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Saint James, NY
What caregiver services can I find near me in Saint James, NY?
Most private senior caregiver services in Saint James, 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 Saint James.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Saint James, NY in 2024?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Saint James, NY on Care.com as of May, 2024 is $15.00 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 Saint James, NY?
There are currently 1 caregivers in Saint James, NY on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Saint James, 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 Saint James before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Saint James, NY background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Saint James, 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.