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60 caregivers are listed in Sanford, ME
The average rate is $20/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby caregivers is 7 years
Caregivers in Sanford, ME
Lauren O.
Berwick, ME
$14-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as patient. I am an experienced caregiver full of compassion and understanding for our aging population.
I like caring for seniors because they are deserving of dignity, respect, and kindness.
I'm looking for a job that will be fulfilling.
I started caring for seniors when I was 16 years old. I...
Lauren can also help with: Errands, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, home modification, hospice services & more
Hello, my name is David and I have 1 year of paid experience in senior caregiving. In addition to my paid experience I also have extensive volunteer experience including nursing homes and 150 hours of Hospice Volunteer work. I am recently returned from a six month trip to South East Asia where I was teaching English to...
David can also help with: Live-in home care, meal prep, hospice services, personal care, light cleaning, errands & more
I have over six years of experience mixed in the medical field of caregiving. I have worked in acute psych, ranging ages from five to geriatrics. I have worked as a direct support professional, with adults that have anywhere from intellectual disabilities to brain injuries. I've designed day programs in a day program as a...
Jaclyn can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, respite care, dementia, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
I am here to offer my services as an independent personal caregiver for senior citizens in and around the Seacoast of Sothern ME & NH. I have had the pleasure of working with and caring for seniors for the past 15 years whether being in a long-term care facility or in the comfort of their own home. After working through...
Amanda can also help with: Dementia, personal care
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Here is a little bit about me... I have worked in nursing homes from, skilled, long term, and assisted living. I got my CNA in 2004 then my medical technician in 2008. I also have my CRMA so I can give insulin injections. I got this 3 years ago. This summer I started doing private duty care. I have a few clients. I work work...
Stephanie can also help with: Hospice services, respite care, dementia, personal care
Skills:
Wound Care
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I love working with seniors! I have 7 years experience working with Alzheimer's and/or dementia patients. I first started working for Aging Excellence and received my PSS certification. I also joined Avita Of Wells, a memory care community. Some of my clients continued there. I've made lifelong friends with some of the families...
Cathy can also help with: Personal care, dementia, home modification, respite care
5.0
"Cathy took care of my mom who had Alzheimer's. Cathy took excellent care of my mom. I could not have asked for a more devoted, kind, compassionate, loving, understanding, reliable, and patient caregiver. Her love and wonderful sense of humor brought joy back into...
Seth K.
5.0
(1)
I have been an in-home private care provider for the past 20 years. I have worked with dementia patients, hospice, as well as people in need of someone to be there for all needs such as personal care, to shopping and running errands. I love working with elderly clients because it gives me the opportunity to help older people...
Diane can also help with: Dementia, companionship, hospice services, errands, light cleaning, home modification & more
5.0
"Diane is a special person. She is so warm and caring and hit it off with my husband immediately. She is the best!"
Lindsay D.
5.0
(1)
Fully vaccinated, highly motivated, detail and result-oriented DSP/CRMA/Home Healthcare Aid with 7+ years of experience in residential, private home as well as community settings. Flexible and adaptable, with transportation, open hours, quality care, and great cooking skills, positive attitude with many more attributes. Able to...
Wayne can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, hospice services, companionship, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Wayne worked with my uncle, who has an MR diagnosis and is severely socially limited. Wayne would take him fishing, ice fishing in the winter, bowling, and to other events within the Waban program. Wayne is extremely dependable and works best with a one-on-one...
Christina B.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have worked with the elderly for over three decades. I started at 15 years old as a dietary aide in a nursing home. I was trained as a Certified Nurse's Aide after high school while I was in college. I have always had a part-time job caring for the elderly. I also have managed a small retirement home, been a Patient Educator,...
Genai can also help with: Errands, companionship, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"She is absolutely wonderful. She is kind loving and cares about the whole family. I would recommend her highly. You will be the lucky one to
Have her she is a gem!"
Robin B.
5.0
(1)
I have worked within Seacoast Mental Health Center as a Case Manager for elderly clients, aged 60+, suffering with chronic and severe mental health issues within their homes. I have also worked at a couple area homecare agencies and would like to branch out on my own. I enjoy working with elders, have a positive, calm demeanor,...
Virginia can also help with: Dementia, personal care
5.0
"Hi! I'd like to recommend Ginny as a caregiver of your loved ones. I have known her personally for many years, and as a visiting nurse for one of the local hospitals, I have often encouraged clients upon discharge from the hospital to hire Ginny for help until...
Theresa B.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have provided in-home support services to seniors for the past two years. I really enjoy learning what I can do to make the care receiver's day-to-day life be as comfortable and interesting as possible. For example, one of my past experiences was with a man who had Alzheimer's and we would spend a 10 hour day together while...
Pat can also help with: Personal care, respite care
5.0
"We hired Pat to help with our mom who suffered a stroke. Her loving companionship and caring nature was priceless to us. It is a difficult transition having people in your home to care for your loved ones and Pat helped make the process smoother. "
Jenn H.
Susan H.
Rochester, NH
$22-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Caring, Patient Caregiver/CNA Looking to Assist with Elderly Clients. Available M-F Day Hours.
5.0
(1)
I have over 10 years experience working with the elderly. I am very caring and patient with my clients and love to help them maintain their abilities. I am also CNA certified. I have helped clients with meal prep, med reminders, Dr. apps., physical therapy, laundry, errands, personal care, & companionship. References will be...
Susan can also help with: Companionship, dementia, errands, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Susan is the kindest, most caring woman you'd ever want to meet. She's become part of my family. I do have a blood relative down here now helping. But Susan still helps out on as-needed basis. Your family will love and adore her as I do, I'm sure! She goes...
Cherie P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
A few years ago, when both of my grandparents were battling cancer, I vividly remember their caregivers going above and beyond their line of duty. Seeing the love and friendship that was given to them on a daily basis left a lasting impression on me. I have worked with a handful of individuals covering a range of...
Abigail can also help with: Live-in home care, personal care, light cleaning, hospice services
5.0
"Abbey was the best personal caregiver that I could have hired for my mother Pat in her mid to late stages of Alzheimer's period. She was always on time, provided excellent care, and most importantly increased her quality of life daily. Even towards the end when my...
Maura M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have always gravitated towards seniors, thanks to my close relationship with my nana and papa. Their love and wisdom were a guidi
ng light throughout my childhood. Spending time with seniors remains a passion of mine to this day.
I have experience caring for clients with dementia, Parkinson's disease, diabetes, and mobility...
Andrea can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, mobility assistance, companionship, errands & more
5.0
"Andrea has been working with my elderly mother for the past six months and has been a wonderful caregiver. She's consistent, dependable, flexible, caring and easy going. We're lucky to have her!"
Ayumi H.
5.0
(2)
I am a caregiver at heart. I grew up caring for children being a babysitter and a nanny. I later became a licensed nursing assistant and worked in four different nursing homes. One of them I worked as head of activities on the Alzheimer's unit. I loved it. I am a very fun, loving, caring, understanding and creative person. I...
Kristin can also help with: Personal care, live-in home care, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
Margaret R.
Biddeford, ME
$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Senior caregiving is my sweet spot, my calling. Connecting, companioning, and supporting seniors in achieving their best possible quality of life (on their terms) finding joy, meaning, satisfaction and peace; these are all desired outcomes that drive me. I respect appropriate and approved family communication.
Problem solver...
Margaret can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, mobility assistance, light cleaning, errands, companionship & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"Maggie felt like a part of the family. Her tender care of my elderly mother was so appreciated. Maggie entered the home with a positive attitude and a readiness to engage. She was very attentive to the needs of my mother and was happy to help with simple chores (...
Julie E.
Allie C.
Biddeford, ME
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
In 2018 I let my nursing assistant license go as I transitioned into home care from facility care, I had held my license since 2005. I have spent the last 4 years caring for one woman, first as a visiting caregiver and then as a full-time live in care giver since 2019. I managed a team of relief caregivers as well as day to day...
Allie can also help with: Dementia, companionship, hospice services, light cleaning, errands, live-in home care & more
5.0
"Allie has been super helpful for us when our last caregiver had to suddenly stop her services due to health issues... She's been willing to work out a flexible schedule for us and gets along really well with my dad and our pets... truly a lifesaver!"
Rebecca W.
5.0
(1)
I am a fun and outgoing mom of 3 teens. I have been a CNA for just over 11 years. I worked in a nursing home/rehab for the first 5 years of my career as a CNA. I then went on to complete 2 years as a hospice CNA. I switched to private duty care to better serve in our communities to assist in the elderly being able to stay home...
Karissa can also help with: Hospice services, personal care, dementia
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Karissa is great! She goes above and beyond for those in her care. She’s very friendly and does great at her job. Would highly recommend! "
Sherri M.
5.0
(1)
I have been in the caregiving field for 18 years off and on. I have compassion and empathy towards those who need help to get through their day.
Bonnie can also help with: Personal care, respite care, dementia
5.0
"Bonnie is a kind, caring woman who is always pleasant to deal with."
brenda P.
Susan S.
Old Orchard Beach, ME
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Newly "Retired" Occupational Therapist Senior caregiver
Hello! I am a "newly retired" Occupational Therapist (OTR/L). I bring 23 yrs of extensive experience in caretaking and rehabilitation of folks. I have worked in Skilled Nursing, long term care/hospice, inpatient/outpatient, and home health care. I love my profession and after retirement I have decided to continue doing what I...
Susan can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, home modification, errands, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
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Recent caregiver reviews in Sanford, ME
Cathy K.
5.0
Cathy is extremely caring and personable. She works hard and goes the extra mile to exceed her clients/customers expectations and always makes sure they have exactly what they need. A hard worker and great person!
- John J.
Diane J.
5.0
Diane is a special person. She is so warm and caring and hit it off with my husband immediately. She is the best!
- Lindsay D.
Wayne F.
5.0
Wayne worked with my uncle, who has an MR diagnosis and is severely socially limited. Wayne would take him fishing, ice fishing in the winter, bowling, and to other events within the Waban program. Wayne is extremely dependable and works best with a one-on-one person or family. He is always on time...
- Christina B.
Genai O.
5.0
We hired Genai to provide 24-hour care to my 82 year old mother a few days a week in Portland. She did an outstanding job; I cannot imagine anyone doing a better job, honestly. She is professional, completely reliable, kind, intelligent and smart. Any problem that arose in my mother's care Genai...
- Joel P.
Virginia Z.
5.0
Hi! I'd like to recommend Ginny as a caregiver of your loved ones. I have known her personally for many years, and as a visiting nurse for one of the local hospitals, I have often encouraged clients upon discharge from the hospital to hire Ginny for help until they get back on their feet. My...
- Theresa B.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Sanford, ME
What caregiver services can I find near me in Sanford, ME?
Most private senior caregiver services in Sanford, ME 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 Sanford.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Sanford, ME in 2024?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Sanford, ME on Care.com as of May, 2024 is $20.89 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 Sanford, ME?
There are currently 9 caregivers in Sanford, ME on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Sanford, ME 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 Sanford before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Sanford, ME background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Sanford, ME 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.
Ratings for Sanford, ME caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Caregivers in Sanford, ME are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews of the 60 listed caregivers.