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I have experience with personal care, working with multiple agencies and on my own. I can provide great references. I love what I do and care about my clients. I am patient, thorough and compassionate. I am CPR certified and I have experience with Dementia, Hospice care and companionship. I am willing to provide a...
Jennifer can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, hospice services, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(18)
Responsible caregiver who shows a high level of compassion to the patients and their families. I am able to perform all job tasks needed day to day. I am very reliable and I don't mind picking up last minute shifts if needed. I am fully vaccinated and CPR Certified. I have been a caregiver for over 12 years now and absolutely...
Sheileen can also help with: Hospice services, home modification, light cleaning, errands, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"She is kind and caring and will treat your family or your home like her own."
Samantha D.
5.0
(1)
Hi, I am a PCA who for seven years took care of a woman who had a lung transplant. I managed her medications, took her to doctor appointments (I would also take her to other places like grocery shopping), companionship, bathing, light cleaning and made meals.
I also helped take care of my parents; who both had dementia. I...
Dorina can also help with: Errands, companionship, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, personal care & more
5.0
"I have known Nina for most of my life. She is a patient, caring, and kind person who goes above and beyond when adapting to new challenges. She is eager to help, willing to learn, and will quickly adapt to any environment. She demonstrates attention to detail,...
Marianne W.
Norma C.
Palmer, MA
$17-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Caregiver with 10years of experience in geriatric care and assisted living environments. Recognized for ability to provide emotional and physical support to clients and staff exceptional communication abilities as well as Cultural sensitivity to deal with a diverse range of people.
Assist age 65 to 97 with Daily needs including...
Norma can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, transportation, respite care, meal prep
5.0
"Norma helped take care of my mom who passed away in September. She treated her with dignity and humor. Mom had dementia and could not walk as well as speech impaired at the end due to a mini stroke. She took care of her part time for over a year I knew when...
Joan B.
4.8
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Shannon. I am a 49-year-old mom of 7 children. (5 adults and two teens)
I enjoy helping others, I am compassionate, dependable and hard working. I have worked as a PCA for 3 years, and also took care of a client with dementia up until my recent move from Massachusetts to Connecticut. I have worked personally...
Shannon can also help with: Meal prep, personal care, light cleaning, errands, transportation
5.0
"Shannon is the best. She's an incredibly loving and caring caregiver who we entrusted the care of my elderly aunt suffering from dementia with. From the very first meeting, Shannon treated my aunt like she was part of her family and they bonded quickly. My aunt...
Chris P.
I am a dependable, upbeat and compassionate caregiver with 7 years of experience providing care to seniors. I have experience assisting with daily activities, mobility, personal care, light housekeeping, meal prep, companionship and transporting clients to appointments.
Jennifer can also help with: Personal care, companionship, mobility assistance, dementia
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Nicole I'm from West Brookfield Ma. I have been working with the elderly and disabled population for over 20 years. I have my CNA License , First Aid, CPR, Medication Administration, Behavioral certification. Experience with G tube , colostomy, alzheimers disease, Parkinson, blindness, autism, mental health etc
Nicole can also help with: Dementia, personal care, respite care, live-in home care, hospice services
Skills:
CNA
Holly R.
Ware, MA
$15-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello my name is holly I am 25 years old I am a young energetic and fun person I have 2 to 3 years of experience taking care of elderly as I was living with my nana that was 93 and I had to do live there until she passed away and then I take care of my grandmother here and there. I am interested in the job and if you can give me...
Holly can also help with: Errands, transportation, light cleaning, meal prep
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked with patients with muscular dystrophy, dementia, COPD, and various other conditions just to name a few. I am a great companion for the elderly. I am a hard worker, accountable, dependable, reliable, and always strive to make a difference to deliver the best care I can provide. Everyone tells me I am great with the...
Alysse can also help with: Home modification, respite care, hospice services, live-in home care, dementia, personal care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
I have been working in the caregiver field since January 2017 and am currently a supervisor for DDS for an overnight position. I am CPR/first aid certified, MAP certified, PABC certified, fire safety certified, water safety certified, and human rights officer certified. All certifications are current. I started in the field as a...
Caitlin can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning, respite care, dementia, errands, meal prep & more
Julia M.
Palmer, MA
$15-20/hr
Hi, my name is Julia . I don't have specific experience with senior care, but I do work as a PCA. As a personal care assistant I have cared for ages 12-60 years old and have had this job since March 2020.
My experience includes, bathing, dressing, feeding, caring for patients animals, transportation, wound dressing, meal...
Julia can also help with: Transportation, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, respite care
I have been doing personal care for 10 plus years and I absolutely love it! I think it's what I'm meant to do, as I'm always giving and helping however I can. I am the mother of 3 absolutely wonderful children. They are my joy in life, as well as my clients! I help my clients meet their daily activities. From toileting and...
Chelsea can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, personal care, meal prep
Hello, My names Cady and I've been caring for people of all ages since I was about 10 years old! I took care of my grandma (who was diagnosed with cancer) very closely, doing things such as housekeeping, laundry, meal preparations, handling meds, helping her get dressed, etc. I volunteered in a nursing home for a couple years...
Hello,
I am a college student and a assistant director at a day habilitation program in where we care for adults and senior with developmental disabilities. It is very rewarding for me to be able to help others. I will love to be able to help to care for your love ones.
Katherine can also help with: Visiting physician, personal care
I have been providing care for over 10 years both in home and at Day Programs. My experience covers a range from Personal care, Home Health aid, personal chef, transportation and mediation with health providers, handling medications, administering medications including insulin shots, care of cleaning and replacing ileostomy bags...
Jennifer can also help with: Companionship, dementia, errands, live-in home care, light cleaning, hospice services & more
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I have been a CNA for 10 yrs and I have experience with nursing homes, home care, assisted living, hospice, respite, I am Alzheimer's and Dementia certified, CPR certified
Jasmine can also help with: Dementia, personal care, hospice services, respite care
Skills:
CNA
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Over 20 years of experience as a senior caregiver. My skills consist of caring for clients with different kinds of dementia, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, among others. Please send me a message and we could talk about hours you need. I look forward to caring for your loved one. I am available for some overnights if needed. I do fill...
Marjorie can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, dementia, companionship, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"She's always going above and beyond for her clients and treats them as her own family. She has made a mark in people's lives and having her is such a blessing. I definitely recommend her as you can't find care givers out there that have a passion for this kind of...
Rebeca T.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 6 years of experience. I can help with ADLs. I have worked with a quadriplegic client, autism, behavioral, dementia, Alzheimer's, returning home from surgery, and hospice. I have worked for the State of Illinois, and have been certified through the State of California to do home care. Very active and attentive...
Curtis can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, companionship, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I had the Joy of working with Curtis. Not only he's dependable and punctual, but also one of the nicest persons I've ever met. He's a hard worker always looking ahead on what can be done next. I'm sad he has to go, but I wish him all the best. Whatever he charges...
Samuel T.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love helping people and making life a little easier for you. I have done care giving for 10 years and never grow tired of it. I like to be a companion to elderly and listen to their experiences in life. I do have references to provide.
Andrea can also help with: Visiting physician, hospice services, home modification
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have lived in the USA for five years, immigrated from Brazil, now an American citizen. Coming from the field of journalism and facing a new reality here in this country, I discovered my passion in helping people. I decided to dedicate myself more to this field and I am
currently studying a degree in Psycho-Pedagogy. My study...
Ridan can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, errands, light cleaning
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Ridan is an excellent PCA. He communicates well and has a bright, sunny, disposition and a carefree manner. Ridan has proven to be punctual, responsible, observant, as well as able to adapt to the progression of our family member's condition and resulting changes...
Todd K.
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Recent caregiver reviews in Thorndike, MA
Sheileen T.
5.0
Hard worker and very caring. She puts her Heart into her work.
- Tracy P.
Dorina S.
5.0
I have known Nina for most of my life. She is a patient, caring, and kind person who goes above and beyond when adapting to new challenges. She is eager to help, willing to learn, and will quickly adapt to any environment. She demonstrates attention to detail, empathy, and professionalism-all...
- Marianne W.
Norma C.
5.0
Norma helped take care of my mom who passed away in September. She treated her with dignity and humor. Mom had dementia and could not walk as well as speech impaired at the end due to a mini stroke. She took care of her part time for over a year I knew when Norma was taking care of mom, she had...
- Joan B.
Shannon S.
5.0
There has not been a PCA/ caregiver more reliable, honest, self-directed, courteous, kind and senior care knowledgeable than Shannon. This is what she was born to do! Her gentleness with my Mom, and understanding of senior's need to remain independent is pretty remarkable. We just never thought we...
- Nikia P.
Marjorie I.
5.0
She's always going above and beyond for her clients and treats them as her own family. She has made a mark in people's lives and having her is such a blessing. I definitely recommend her as you can't find care givers out there that have a passion for this kind of career.
- Rebeca T.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Thorndike, MA
What caregiver services can I find near me in Thorndike, MA?
Most private senior caregiver services in Thorndike, 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 Thorndike.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Thorndike, MA in 2024?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Thorndike, MA on Care.com as of May, 2024 is $25.00 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 Thorndike, MA?
There are currently 1 caregivers in Thorndike, MA on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Thorndike, 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 Thorndike before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Thorndike, MA background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Thorndike, 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.