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60 caregivers are listed in Somerville, MA
The average rate is $22/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby caregivers is 6 years
Caregivers in Somerville, MA
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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Expertise in Dementia and Alzheimer's.
My professional experience spans 12 years. I am dependable and reliable and come with impeccable references, fully vaccinated, boosted and COVID compliant. I am college trained and CPR capable. Availability is 7 days per week.
ADLs
Cooking...
Leonie can also help with: Respite care, live-in home care, personal care, dementia
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Leonie assisted me traveling to and from dental surgery. I found her to be warm, relaxed, and attentive to verbal directions discussed at the start of the event. She followed-up on all details that I mentioned, and then I forgot because I was medicated for the...
Joseph R.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been a companion/caregiver since 2017 for ladies with dementia. I love dogs & cats. I love to cook and am an excellent cook. I will do light housework, laundry, grocery shopping, errands, take to Dr appointments, movies etc . I am very patient, compassionate, trustworthy. dependable, funny and love to chat and I am really...
Cathy can also help with: Dementia, personal care
5.0
"Cathy is amazing and so helpful to my elderly dad who had open heart surgery recently. I hired her while I was in Boston, and although I live in SF, I can trust and sleep peacefully that she will be get what needs to be done from meal prep, cleaning, and walking...
Emma T.
I am a social worker with a passion for providing social, emotional, and basic household support for people of all of ages. I have experience working with children aged infant-20 years old in various capacities. I have provided individual therapy and community-based family therapy for the past 6 years. Prior to this, I have had...
Riva can also help with: Mobility assistance, companionship, personal care
My name is Liv. I am a recent post grad as of May 2023 with an undergraduate degree in Healthcare Science & Masters degree in Occupational Therapy. I have relocated to Boston recently and I am looking for some gigs in providing care in the home, here is a little about myself...
I grew up in Saint Peterburg, Florida and attended...
Olivia can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, live-in home care, dementia, meal prep, errands & more
Tiffany R.
Somerville, MA
$14-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have worked in healthcare for over 15 years. I am a certified nurses assistant. I have worked in care facilities , hospitals and nursing homes. I love being a caregiver and care for others as I'd want my loved ones to be cared for . I am truly passionate about giving the best care and getting to know those I interact with....
Tiffany can also help with: Meal prep, errands, dementia, live-in home care, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Care-giving for 7 years in addition I took care of my grandmother for more then a year she had two strokes I love providing home care services to those that would otherwise not be able to do so. The smile on their faces is overwhelming and makes me feel I have done my job right. I have always enjoyed helping people so I know I...
Eva can also help with: Personal care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Hoping to create an environment with good, healthy meals, smiles, and comfort in a person's home. I am happy to help with necessary cleaning, short errands, and minor maintenance activities for you or your loved one. Respectful and honest, I am open to some chatting or keeping to myself as well. We all deserve dignity, and I try...
Vanessa R.
Somerville, MA
$24-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi My Name Is Vanessa And I've Been Working As A Nursing Assistant For 12 Years.
I like caring for seniors because at a young age I started helping my sick stepmother and by helping her I just love doing what I was doing knowing that one day I will be able to help someone that's in the situation as my stepmother
I'm looking for a job that is communicating and flexibility
In my spare time, I like to spend...
Vanessa can also help with: Hospice services, personal care, mobility assistance, companionship, dementia, meal prep & more
I'd describe my personality as integrity, patience, honest
I like caring for seniors because I've always passionate about helping others.
I'm looking for a job that gives me live in option to sleep
In my spare time, I like to read, go for hiking, meet friends for a coffee
My skills include I'm strong girl that would. R...
Rayana can also help with: Errands, live-in home care, hospice services, companionship, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a warm, loving caregiver, and I help the clients feel safe and understood because it promotes their dignity. I am also a compassionate caregiver with 15+ years experience in care-giving, seeking to extend similar care. My work ethic, empathy, self-drive, compassion, respect, transparency and attention to detail are some of...
Sharon can also help with: Live-in home care, personal care, respite care, hospice services, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Sharon is hard working, caring and is very knowledgeable working with elders and disabled population."
Fardowsa M.
Catherine N.
Watertown, MA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Loyal And Experienced Caregiver Available For Companionship And PCA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a hard-working, reliable, and caring person with a high sense of humor. I have CNA, CPR, MAP certifications with 10 years of experience.
During the past 10 years, I have worked both for the senior living community (Evans Park) and as a home health aide.
My responsibilities included but are not limited to light housework,...
Catherine can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, dementia, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I can't express enough gratitude for the incredible care and love Catherine provided to my mom, who is a Parkinson's Disease for more than 15 years, over the past year. From the very first moment we met her, it was clear that she possessed a special kind of...
Michelle W.
Roddy P.
Wellesley Hills, MA
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Caregiver/Companion Care For Dementia And Alzheimer's Clients
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Certified Dementia Practitioner, certified in Alzheimer's Rehabilitation Training, and am CPR certified.
Seeking a position where I can help make a difference in someone's life.
Most of my experience is working with high-net-worth individuals in their homes.
Providing care, maintaining dignity, and stimulating cognition, are...
Roddy can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, hospice services, personal care
5.0
"Rodney worked in our garden for the better part of two days planting large bushes, which required fairly heavy labor working around rocks and roots. He was terrific. Worked non-stop, was responsive to our request and instructions but did not need careful...
Karen W.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Compassionate Caregiver Companion experienced in assisting individuals with daily living activities. I am very personable, easy-going and trustworthy. Your loved one and I will enjoy talking and spending time together. I am committed to improving their overall well-being and health through companionship and engagement. I can...
5.0
"Rachel was hired to be a companion/helper for my mother who had cancer. She fixed light meals and helped her to take walks, go to the library, knit, and other miscellaneous activities. But most of all she was there to be her very caring friend as her health slowly...
Mary F.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have over 15 years of experience caring for seniors, assisting them with personal care, meal preparations, medication reminders, light housekeeping, errands, transportation to physicians, or family visitations, wheelchair/bed transfers, Hoyer lifts, board transfers and companionship. I am very passionate about what I do...
Christine can also help with: Dementia, companionship, home modification, light cleaning, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Christine was simply an answered prayer. There are many wonderful providers who care for elders, and then there are those special people who care for elders as if they were family members and whose presence in a family's life has the wonderful effect of bringing...
Tina P.
4.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Interesting caregiver very courteous and love making the elderly smile.
Patient care: Providing care to elderly and disabled clients in a professional and compassionate manner. Duties include meal preparation, personal hygiene and bathroom needs, patient lifting, vitals recording and administering medication according to...
Claire can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, dementia, hospice services, companionship, home modification & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Amongst multiple candidates, Claire impressed me because she spoke directly to my elderly Mother, and and engaged with her immediately, despite my Mother's mild dementia. She is warm and competent. Toward the end of my Mother's life, as she was becoming weaker,...
Marcia S.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I am interested in working with your loved one as a Companion Caregiver. I have extensive Caregiver experience providing companionship and assistance to those in need with household chores, cooking, shopping, scheduling medical appointments, medication management, or simply just chatting or playing cards! I also provide...
Kristina can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, companionship, meal prep, dementia, hospice services & more
5.0
"Kristina has been helping my blind and deaf mother for several months now and we love her! She is very responsible and patient with this very challenging client. She manages medications, makes doctor's appointments, drives there, and translates between my mother...
Mara W.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Worked as a caregiver for 16 years.
I'd describe my personality as caring hard worker.
Anne can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I needed last-minute help with my 91-year old mother. Anne was very responsive and professional. She is very pleasant and kind and is a good communicator. My mother enjoyed spending time with her and she gave me great peace of mind as I knew my mother was safe and...
Ann D.
Hernsy C.
Allston, MA
$35-50/hr • 18 yrs exp
I Have Years Of Experience As Caregiver. I Worked In Assistant Living And MassHire PCA Program.
5.0
(1)
My name is Hernsy . I live in Allston Massachusetts. I have been a caregiver over 15 years. I love working as care because I care for others. I'm a loving, passionate, caring, honest caregiver. I love to laugh, read, watch the news. As a caregiver I always pay attention and listen to my client and sure they are safe.
I'd...
Hernsy can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, companionship, meal prep, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Hernsy is a very quiet, soft spoke individual who works really hard to satisfy all her client’s/patient’s needs. The area she can improve in is confidence. She does an amazing job and sometimes forget to give herself the credit that she deserves. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I help take care of my elderly grandparents who are 95 and 93 and require 24 hour live in care. I'm caring and attentive, and try to make the client feel comfortable and secure.
Lindsey can also help with: Live-in home care
5.0
"Lindsey is a very nice girl, dependable, reliable, always on time. I hired her as my Personal Care Assistant, and always she did a great job, she is listening to my needs and my requests. I am more than pleased with her. I highly recommend her"
Silvia H.
5.0
(2)
I'm a caring and compassionate caregiver with over 20 years of experience, starting from my 30s. I find joy in helping seniors and making them happy.
I'm looking for a role that allows me to continue caring for seniors, as it is my true calling. I'm reliable, honest, and trustworthy.
My skills include assisting with showering,...
Chanthy can also help with: Errands, companionship, meal prep, mobility assistance, live-in home care, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Kindhearted. Takes compassionate care to another level"
Chan K.
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Recent caregiver reviews in Somerville, MA
Leonie C.
5.0
Leonie assisted me traveling to and from dental surgery. I found her to be warm, relaxed, and attentive to verbal directions discussed at the start of the event. She followed-up on all details that I mentioned, and then I forgot because I was medicated for the oral surgery, demonstrating her...
- Joseph R.
Cathy F.
5.0
Cathy has worked for 2 years taking care of my 91 years old mother who has dementia. My mom lives alone, with her small dog Petunia. Cathy cooks meals, does groceries, takes mom to doctors appointments, does light housework and laundry, as well as anything else that might be needed. She allows my...
- Eliza G.
Sharon M.
5.0
Sharon is hard working, caring and is very knowledgeable working with elders and disabled population.
- Fardowsa M.
Catherine N.
5.0
Catherine is very empathetic and friendly. She took great care of my mom. She is very patient and kind. I would have kept her on but my mom has to go to assisted living.
- Care member
Roddy P.
5.0
Roddy is exceptional!
Along with dependable and flexible, Roddy is conscientious, proactive, kind and bright!
He genuinely cares for his clients and holds himself to a high standard . So, if you want someone who goes above and beyond, is teachable while being experienced, Roddy fits the bill.
- Amy D.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Somerville, MA
What caregiver services can I find near me in Somerville, MA?
Most private senior caregiver services in Somerville, MA 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 Somerville.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Somerville, MA in 2024?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Somerville, MA on Care.com as of May, 2024 is $22.22 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 Somerville, MA?
There are currently 9 caregivers in Somerville, MA on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Somerville, MA 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 Somerville before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Somerville, MA background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Somerville, MA 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.