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Kathleen B.

Part Time Caregiver Available And Very Flexible

Wading River, NY

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$17/hr
9 years experience
Personal care
Being the daughter of two parents over 76 years of age I have experience and patience. Years ago I took care of my husbands and aunt. Two lovely Irish gals. I am currently a nanny for a family in East Northport. I have been there for eight years and am only needed in the am due to the fact that they are all in school this year....
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Lisa I.

Wading River, NY

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$12/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
hospice services
personal care
dementia
respite care
Hello there! I have many years of experience working with every type of population including the elderly and special needs .. I've worked in workshops for people with disabilities.. group homes for people with special needs and private home care with occasional overnights for the elderly. I can give you plenty of references. I...
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Gail N.

Caring Companion For Your Loved One

Wading River, NY

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$25/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Errands
dementia
light cleaning
companionship
personal care
+ 1 more
Hello, I am a retired female that has experience being a companion for some of my family members and friends parents. I started out just helping out, driving , laundry and food to help out friends with their parents needs. I also take care of my own mother, and know the needs of a person that still wants to be independent , but...
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Susan J.

Helpful Companion/ Caregiver

Ridge, NY

4.8(1)
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$23/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
errands
meal prep
dementia
respite care
I have worked as a Companion/ Senior care provider both on paying jobs as well as I have taken care of my own elderly parents. I believe that experience has helped me to relate to the needs of my clients. I have also worked for years as a professional driver and have received numerous safety awards. I have a comfortable, clean...

Care Member says "Susan is beyond caring. She helps my mom with dementia with daily household chores such as cooking, grocery shopping and much more. She always seems to...

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Corrina W.

Riverhead, NY

3.7(1)
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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Errands
dementia
home modification
companionship
light cleaning
+ 1 more
About Me Hi! I've been a Certified Nursing Assistant since 2001, and I've also been active on Care. com for a long time. Over the years I've worked with Alzheimer's and Dementia patients, provided hospice care, and supported families with everything from daily living to companionship. I'm reliable, loving, nurturing,...

Deborah W. says "Punctual. attention to detail. warm, friendly personality. my mom loved her! We'll definitely use her again. Thank you, Corrina :)"

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Carol D.

Companion, Caregiver

Manorville, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Errands
dementia
light cleaning
companionship
mobility assistance
+ 1 more
I am an energetic, physically fit, retired professional from Stony Brook University. Have experience with Dementia/Alzheimer's/Hospice. Loving and patient. Mother had Dementia so have first hand knowledge from family perspective. Have 4 years of part-time employment with agency and 4 years privately employed. 3 years taking care...

Gina G. says "I had the pleasure of working with Carol at Stony Brook University in her role as Graduate Programs Coordinator. Carol was wonderful with the students, so...

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Nicole G.

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)/Caregiver

Manorville, NY

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Hospice services
home modification
personal care
dementia
visiting nurse
+ 1 more
I'm a 46-year-old CNA (certified nursing assistant) with over 20 yrs experience. I worked at an assisted care facility (nursing home) for 14 years and now I work private home care for the past several years. I have experience with all ages, especially the elderly. I can help with all daily activities, companionship,...

Theresa J. says "Nicole cared for my 77 year old mother who had Alzheimer's Disease until her passing in the beginning of November . She is beyond an excellent caregiver,...

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Laurie D.

Mastic, NY

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Hospice services
errands
light cleaning
dementia
meal prep
I am a compassionate and dependable senior caregiver with over five years of experience supporting older adults in their daily lives. I specialize in companionship, personal care assistance, medication reminders, and light housekeeping. I take pride in creating a safe, respectful, and positive environment where seniors feel...
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Susan S.

Compassionate And Caring Senior For Senior

Riverhead, NY

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$35/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
errands
meal prep
dementia
personal care
I was a Caregiver Coach at Medical Center until the outbreak of Covid. I then pivoted to our program of staying in touch with caregivers via phone. I'm experienced with both the individual needing care and the individual giving it. Both sides can be challenging to one another but with calm and compassion success can be...
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Zoe N.

Shoreham, NY

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$17/hr
Light cleaning
errands
meal prep
dementia
transportation
I am a caring, patient and fun individual with a degree in biology who is looking for a job whilst applying to grad school. I am CPR and first aid certified and would be able to give excellent care for your loved one.
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Shannon M.

Middle Island, NY

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$20/hr
Meal prep
light cleaning
respite care
errands
transportation
Hello, my name is Shannon. I would love to help with your senior care needs. Just to be clear I do not have a medical background. However, I can help with regular day to day needs, social support, and support for primary caregivers. Some examples include, running or accompanying on errands, meal prep and serving, and respite for...
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Jennifer K.

Rocky Point, NY

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Hospice services
errands
light cleaning
dementia
respite care
+ 1 more
I have 3 years experience working with adults and seniors who have disabilities. I have dementia care training as well. I will help with administer medication , any toileting and bathing needs. I will cook, run errands, housekeeping, spend quality time and just keep them company. I love being able to take care and give quality...
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Brittany W.

Senior Care

Manorville, NY

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Mobility assistance
dementia
respite care
companionship
I have been working with the Elderly population since 2018! I have such a heart for the elderly, and am here to help, and give you some relief!
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Linda K.

Elder Care Assistant

Ridge, NY

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$17/hr
Light cleaning
errands
meal prep
dementia
transportation
I live in Ridge am recently retired. The mother of 3 grown children. I am currently helping to care for my elderly parents. The help that I am providing to my parents is improving the quality of the lives and would love to share that with others that are in need of some daily help. I can meal prep give medication reminders do...
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Karla L.

Care

Riverhead, NY

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Hospice services
errands
light cleaning
dementia
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am a trustworthy and loving person. I have a lot of patience to take care of those in need. I like to help give smiles to others.
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Eileen F.

Ridge, NY

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$27/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
respite care
errands
transportation
Making a difference in someone's life is what I strive for as a caregiver. With three years of experience, I bring a patient and compassionate approach to supporting the well-being and independence of adults including seniors. In addition to senior companion care, my background includes college education, many years of corporate...
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Laurie J.

Mastic, NY

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Live-in home care
hospice services
personal care
dementia
respite care
I'm a positive, dependable and compassionate caregiver with over 5 years experience providing care to individuals from all walks of life. I'm a quick learners and adapt to any situation. I am skilled in assisting with daily living activities, managing medication schedules with coordinating with healthcare professionals....
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Kelsey M.

Middle Island, NY

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$16/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
errands
meal prep
dementia
transportation
+ 1 more
I've been acting as my mother full time caregiver for the past four years. It has been a very rewarding and challenging experience but we've come to a point where she needs more care than I'm able to offer in our home. My responsibilities for her care have included bathing, getting dressed and basic hygienic care, assistance...
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Eileen L.

Senior Caregiver/Companion

Ridge, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Errands
dementia
light cleaning
companionship
mobility assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! I am a mature woman who is patient, kind, trustworthy and reliable. I have worked in the medical field for many years for an Internist in private practice. I have also worked with seniors in private home care. I hope to be able to be a comforting companion for your loved one, assisting with all aspects of daily living. I...
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Jane M.

Rocky Point, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Errands
dementia
light cleaning
companionship
mobility assistance
+ 1 more
I have been providing senior care for many years. I started with taking care of my parents. I drove them to the doctors and being their advocate. I helped them shop and prepared meals and clean the house for them. I have been providing care to others too doing the same services. I am reliable and dependable. Seniors need to be...
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  • The average post rate is $18.00/hr as of January 2026

Recent caregiver reviews from local parents in Wading River, NY

Caregivers in Wading River, NY are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed caregivers

Susan J.

Susan is beyond caring. She helps my mom with dementia with daily household chores such as cooking, grocery shopping and much more. She...

- Care member

Corrina W.

Punctual. attention to detail. warm, friendly personality. my mom loved her! We'll definitely use her again. Thank you, Corrina :)

- Deborah W.

Carol D.

I had the pleasure of working with Carol at Stony Brook University in her role as Graduate Programs Coordinator. Carol was wonderful with...

- Gina G.

FAQs for finding caregivers in Wading River, NY

Most private senior caregiver services in Wading River, 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 Wading River.

The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Wading River, NY on Care.com as of January, 2026 is $18.00 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.

There are currently 3 caregivers in Wading River, NY on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Wading River, 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 Wading River before making a hiring decision.

Yes, caregivers near you in Wading River, 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.

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