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60 caregivers are listed in Schenectady, NY
The average rate is $21/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby caregivers is 7 years
Caregivers in Schenectady, NY
5.0
(10)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have over 25 years of care giving experience. I cared for a family member who was very ill . So I began caring for seniors with Alzheimer's, Dementia, Congestive heart failure and also Parkinson's. My responsibilities include companionship, personal care, making sure medicines are taken, assisting with dressing, meal...
Wendy can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, dementia, respite care
5.0
"Wendy is one of the most reliable kind honest people I know- She has been with our family for almost a year now and I don't know a better person to have helping with the care of my dad - You would be lucky to have her be a part of your family."
Susan B.
5.0
(2)
Love seeing the smiles on someone you do for, and care for. We all need help sometimes, and i like to help ones who deserve and need it!
Thomas can also help with: Mobility assistance, home modification, companionship, live-in home care, personal care, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Tom is very reliable and responsible. He was a terrific helper to an elderly family member during a time when it was desperately needed. He took care of all of the basic housekeeping and companion care needs for this family member, and was highly regarded by her...
MICHELLE Z.
4.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have had 20 years of experience working as a certified nursing assistant. I am able to assist with walking and light exercise, plan and prepare meals, monitor food expiration dates, make beds and change linens as needed, perform light housekeeping to include dusting and vacuuming, assist with bathing, dressing and grooming,...
Lolita can also help with: Dementia, respite care, personal care
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"I am a nurse care manager and Lolita provided care to my client for 1 year. The client lived alone and Lolita did everything a family member would have done to make her content and comfortable in her final time. She is outstanding - she knows how to relate to...
Jude R.
Shadia A.
Schenectady, NY
$25-40/hr • 8 yrs exp
Experienced Caregiver Currently Living In Schenectady, NY
3.7
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, uplifting, and personable
I like caring for seniors because I enjoy improving someone's overall quality of life!
I'm looking for a job that makes me happy at the end of each day knowing I made someone's day that much more pleasant or easier. I take care of your loved one as if they...
Shadia can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, companionship, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
5.0
"After searching for quite some time and finding caretakers that were mediocre I have to say Shadia was a blessing. She pays attention to detail when care taking and knows how to make my mother feel comfortable even when she refused care for so long. She possesses a...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Marilyn E, LPN. I would like to start out by telling you a little bit more about myself, I have been a CNA for 13 years I am now an LPN. I have worked at Pathways Rehab and Nursing for 8 years. I'm very dependable and reliable and will treat your family w the dignity and respect they deserve. I enjoy being one on one. I would...
Marilyn can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, respite care, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
Licensed Nurse
5.0
"Marilyn is very reliable and friendly she is a leader and we enjoyed her working with our family"
David W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 18 plus years experience as a caregiver. While providing quality care in all settings. I have had the opportunity to assist in providing care to various populations: Alzheimer, Lewy Body Dementia, Parkinson Disease, disabilities that are classified under the OPWDD umbrella. Additionally, I have provided tracheotomy care...
Leslie can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, errands, companionship, hospice services, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Leslie was amazing! She cared for my father for a week until he passed away and in that time she became family. He was very medically complex and she handled it all so well. She was so attentive to my father and always went above and beyond. She even came over on a...
Colleen K.
4.9
(7)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Experienced caregiver, home health aid/ med tech . Over 20 years experience. Have experience with managing pay, scheduling companionship, cooking light housekeeping . Pet care , and much more . Would love to care for your loved one
Lindsy can also help with: Companionship, errands, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Lindsy took care of our mom during her last weeks. She is a devoted, skilled, and very compassionate caregiver and aide, and I enthusiastically recommend her to anyone searching for a senior caregiver. She made all the difference for our mom and family during a...
Care member
Danielle D.
Schenectady, NY
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Very Flexible And Reliable Caretaker Available. Amazing References
3.8
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, Danielle here. I have lived in the capital district my entire life and love doing what I do.
I'm a very flexible, strong, compassionate, reliable and smart woman that truly enjoys most aspects of Home health care.
I offer years of knowledge relating to diabetes, ALS, Parkinson's, dementia, quads, ROM, diets, and so much...
Skills:
CNA
4.0
"Can provide medical needs to patient, personal care, household upkeep, whatever is needed for personalized attention for patient. "
Nancy T.
I am married have a child, 33 years old female, work with a doctor for 2 years as a doctor's assistant, I have a certificate in caregiver from Red Cross
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Meal preparation, medications, bath, groceries, cleaning. Have previous experiences with hoyer lift and ostomy.
Artie Sharmela can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, personal care, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
I am currently retired from Visiting Nurses of Schenectady with 29 years plus experience with references upon request
Dora can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, personal care, meal prep, dementia, visiting nurse & more
Skills:
CNA
I truly genuinely enjoy working with people. I have done many private duty case's. I also have done hospice care. graduated LPN school in 2015.
Jaree can also help with: Transportation, errands, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
Hi I am very responsible patient and creativity person who had approximately 30 years experience working with adult and children I have my own transportation Like to clean
Carolina can also help with: Light cleaning, respite care, meal prep, live-in home care, transportation, errands & more
Empty-nester seeking part-time hours to fill some idle hours. I dabbled in home care back in 2000, several years before becoming coming a nurse, just for extra income when my children were small. Now the kids have grown and I'd like to keep busy.
Lori A can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, personal care, dementia, meal prep
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I started elderly care about 15 years ago , my experience with Alzheimer's patients started in 2015. I have fantastic references. I am very responsible and very easy to get along with. I had a background check with my last job which ended in March.
Mickey can also help with: Dementia, personal care
I have 12 wonderful years of experience working with Alzheimer's , dementia , Parkinson, MS and disabled people I enjoyed taking care of Senior I am very honest loyal warm and caring and I can take care of your needs in your home.
Lots of amazing references upon requests.
Heimlata can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services, companionship, personal care & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
I am a certified PCA !! I have worked with clients all over Schenectady and other location I have experience with feeding , dressing, showering, meal preparing , laundry , light housekeeping, errands a lot more I will be happy to care for ur loved ones ! I am reliable , understanding person !
Moonwattie can also help with: Companionship, dementia, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
For decades, I have been employed as a PCA and Home Health Aide. I provide excellent care for seniors that need assistance within their homes. Light housekeeping, meal preparations, doctor appointments, as well as outside activities when weather permits.
Currently, I am interested and available for weekday shifts 4 p.m. to 6...
Lolita can also help with: Live-in home care, home modification, dementia, companionship, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Tammy R.
Schenectady, NY
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I believe that care giving is a calling and far from a job. The best caregivers will be passionate and compassionate about what we do! I will take care of you or your loved one the way I would treat my own family. With only the utmost respect, dignity, comfort, honest and even loving care. My clients usually become "like family"...
Tammy can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, dementia, hospice services, errands, meal prep & more
Isabella S.
Schenectady, NY
$19-22/hr • 3 yrs exp
I am a caregiver who is passionate about providing quality care and I strive to maintain and improve the quality of living in my patients. I am kind, patient, and very thorough in everything I do. I have 3+ years caregiving experience and 5+ years experience with the geriatric population. I am a certified PCA and CCMA. I am also...
Isabella can also help with: Errands, live-in home care, home modification, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
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Recent caregiver reviews in Schenectady, NY
Wendy H.
5.0
Wendy is one of the most reliable kind honest people I know- She has been with our family for almost a year now and I don't know a better person to have helping with the care of my dad - You would be lucky to have her be a part of your family.
- Susan B.
Thomas F.
5.0
Tom is very reliable and responsible. He was a terrific helper to an elderly family member during a time when it was desperately needed. He took care of all of the basic housekeeping and companion care needs for this family member, and was highly regarded by her daughters.
- MICHELLE Z.
Lolita B.
5.0
Lolita is caring, compassionate, has great bedside manner, very dependable, a true professional. She took such great care of my mother; can't thank her enough. I absolutely recommend her!
- Scott B.
Shadia A.
5.0
After searching for quite some time and finding caretakers that were mediocre I have to say Shadia was a blessing. She pays attention to detail when care taking and knows how to make my mother feel comfortable even when she refused care for so long. She possesses a wide array of experience in this...
- Care member
Marilyn E.
5.0
Marilyn is very reliable and friendly she is a leader and we enjoyed her working with our family
- David W.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Schenectady, NY
What caregiver services can I find near me in Schenectady, NY?
Most private senior caregiver services in Schenectady, 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 Schenectady.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Schenectady, NY in 2024?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Schenectady, NY on Care.com as of May, 2024 is $21.50 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 Schenectady, NY?
There are currently 42 caregivers in Schenectady, NY on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Schenectady, 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 Schenectady before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Schenectady, NY background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Schenectady, 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.
Ratings for Schenectady, NY caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.3 / 5
Caregivers in Schenectady, NY are rated 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 33 reviews of the 60 listed caregivers.