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This is something that I know a great deal about. My mother is 81 years old and has a chronic ailment which I bring her to her doctor on a weekly basis and help her around the house and do errands and shopping as well. She enjoys the companionship and it gives her something to look forward to as well. I am a very kind and caring...
Patricia can also help with: Home modification, personal care, hospice services, respite care, dementia, live-in home care & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi Folks, I am a (certified) Geriatric Care Manager who is transitioning to a caregiver because I missed the one on one contact (best part of my job)and I'd rather wear sneakers than heels at this point! I have decades of experience helping people to stay happy, healthy and as independent as possible in a variety of settings and...
Pamela can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care, dementia, live-in home care
I am a wife of 35 years and a mother of two children, ages 30 and 26. I have worked within the school system for 6 years with ages k-12. I have worked with children and adults of all levels including special needs. I am a very organized and clean person. You will find me very dependable and reliable. I am fluent in both English...
Aileen can also help with: Companionship, mobility assistance, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep, errands & more
Kristie M.
Waterford, CT
$25-32/hr • 6 yrs exp
My name is Kristie, and I am a compassionate caregiver with a passion for making a positive difference in people's lives. After taking a break to raise my three children, I am now eager to return to a job that I love. With six years of experience in senior care, I have developed valuable skills and expertise in providing...
Kristie can also help with: Dementia, mobility assistance, companionship, light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services & more
5.0
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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been working as a private caregiver for 9 years. I am passionate about what I do. I enjoy being able to take care of seniors and give them the best care in the comfort of their own home.
Jessica can also help with: Personal care, dementia, visiting physician, home modification
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Jessica is amazing! Always positive and so helpful. She's built a great relationship with my mom. We are so thankful!"
Betsy F.
5.0
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a dedicated caregiver. I bring with me compassion, patience, and a genuine love for seniors. I am energetic and responsible. I enjoy helping seniors with the day to day care they need (including care plan adherence, bathing, housekeeping, meal prep, companionship, games, errands and appointments) and at the same time give...
Vicki can also help with: Visiting physician, home modification, dementia, respite care, personal care
5.0
"Vicki is kind, thoughtful, patient and creative. She listens to your needs as well as the people she cares for. She is always enthusiastic and wants to help in any way she can. She is a great asset to any family!"
Care member
Vida A.
Groton, CT
$45/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi I Have Been A Caregiver For The Past 10 Years, I Love My Job.
5.0
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Dedicated and compassionate caregiver experienced in providing exceptional support to patients with diverse needs, including those using colostomy bags, requiring Hoyer lifts, oxygen, feed tubes, and dealing with conditions like dementia, Alzheimer's, stroke, and hospice care. I bring a strong work ethic, offering companionship,...
Vida can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, hospice services
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Vida really is passionate about her job, she loves what she does and really made my mother feel comfortable even doing things I've never seen her do. With Vida my mom really lit up."
Care member
5.0
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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been an LPN for the past 20 years, working in a variety of hospitals, nursing homes, and doctors offices. My nursing license is current and in excellent standing in TX, NY, CT, and VT - I am CPR, BLS, and ALS certified. My skills are diverse and well rounded, and I LOVE what I do. Allow me to show you how I can be of the...
Jennifer can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, hospice services, errands, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
5.0
"We hired Jen to help with home care while my wife recovered from a fall. She was a reliable and indespensable part of her recovery process. She stepped in on anything we needed and got my wife well on the road to getting better. She is amazing and we were so...
Care member
5.0
(1)
I am not your average Care Giver.... I have over 20 years of holistic body, mind and spirit centered care giving, teaching and training of others. Extensive experience with dementia and stroke clientele, hospice care, spinal degeneration and medication administration. My background is in Body Centered Therapies, Energy work,...
Charon can also help with: Hospice services, respite care, dementia, live-in home care, personal care
5.0
"Charon worked with my mother as a companion as needed over the period of several months to a year. She always brought her cheerfulness and fun ideas for engaging my Mom. She helped with getting my Mom lunch and even brought fresh vegetables from her garden on...
Jane P.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hello and thank you for reading my profile.
I am Jennifer and I live in East Lyme. I am a licensed Certified nurses aide of Connecticut. I have been working in the private sector for over 15 years. My past clients have consist of Cancer patients, Dementia, Parkinsons, ALS and clients who just need help at home. I believe in...
Jennifer can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, errands, meal prep, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"I cannot adequately describe how fortunate I am to have had Jennifer as a caregiver for my mother. My mother loved her, my dog loved her, and I immediately felt comfortable leaving both them and my house in her capable hands. She also brings her own network of...
Ethan T.
Brittney H.
Old Lyme, CT
$25-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
Incredibly Kind, Trustworthy, Reliable, Compassionate Caregiver
Certified home health aide, CPR, first aid, AED certified. HIPPA Compliance trained with over 10 years of experience in caregiving for those in need. I realized my passion when I began caring for my elderly grandparents. The importance of self-worth, treatment with respect & dignity & enhancing self-esteem is crucial. I'm...
Brittney can also help with: Mobility assistance, companionship, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Home Health Aide
CPR
Hi!! My name is Emily, I am currently a college student looking to gain more experience in caregiving. I have years of childcare experience but am new to senior care. I am super excited to start, form relationships and be a companion for someone looking for that connection. I have a car and can help with transportation services....
Emily can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, respite care
I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Personal Care and Meal Preparation. also cleaning house to giving medicine remind take to shopping
Halima can also help with: Errands, dementia, meal prep, personal care, light cleaning
Skills:
Home Health Aide
My name is Buffy, I am a caregiver. I've been a caregiver for over four years, I love what I do and I always strive to do my best in whatever task I am given to accomplish.
I am bubbly, energetic and a reliable individual. I am also extremely goal oriented.
The most important element is safety as a caregiver for my clients,...
Nompafane can also help with: Transportation, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, errands, companionship & more
Hi, my name is Oldine. I am a reliable, friendly person who enjoys work with the older population. It make me feel great that I can make a difference in someone else's life.
Oldine can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, personal care
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Hello there , My name is Shannon . I hope that that your well ! I am an honest , trustworthy, responsible, patient, punctual woman with over 15 years experience as a caretaker . I have worked with both ambulatory and non ambulatory folks of all ages with all activities of daily living , I can help out with all and any personal...
Shannon can also help with: Hospice services, live-in home care, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
Hello, my name is Katie. I've worked in a wide range of caregiver jobs from nursing homes, group homes and private care. I've had my cna license and been doing this line of work for over 14 years. I have a wide range of skills from dementia care, wound care, basic ADLs, prepping meals and cleaning. I love working in this field,...
Katie can also help with: Light cleaning, mobility assistance, dementia, errands, meal prep, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
Bridgette V.
Groton, CT
$18-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Bridgette and I have been a CNA in the ICU for four years. I absolutely love what I do and love being able to provide care for people in their most vulnerable state. Please trust me when I say that I treat all of my patients as I would hope that my family is treated by a caregiver. I look forward to working...
Bridgette can also help with: Errands, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, respite care, transportation & more
Skills:
CNA
Hello! I am a 23-year-old recent college graduate taking a year off from school to spend more time with my elderly father. I hold two Bachelor of Arts degrees: one in history and another in sociology. Most of my professional experiences are centered around education at the K-12 level, higher education, as well as work in...
Angela can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, transportation, errands & more
Alana G.
Mystic, CT
$16-25/hr
Hello,
A little about me. I am 18 years old and love working with children and older people that need help. I worked at a day care for a few months and loved it but had to leave do to CNA classes I was supposed to take, they then got cancelled so I am looking for somewhat long term work. For about 5 years I helped take care of...
Alana can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
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Recent caregiver reviews in Waterford, CT
Jessica S.
5.0
Jessica is amazing! Always positive and so helpful. She's built a great relationship with my mom. We are so thankful!
- Betsy F.
Vicki P.
5.0
Vicki is kind, thoughtful, patient and creative. She listens to your needs as well as the people she cares for. She is always enthusiastic and wants to help in any way she can. She is a great asset to any family!
- Care member
Vida A.
5.0
Vida really is passionate about her job, she loves what she does and really made my mother feel comfortable even doing things I've never seen her do. With Vida my mom really lit up.
- Care member
Jennifer G.
5.0
We hired Jen to help with home care while my wife recovered from a fall. She was a reliable and indespensable part of her recovery process. She stepped in on anything we needed and got my wife well on the road to getting better. She is amazing and we were so fortunate to find her.
- Care member
Charon M.
5.0
Charon worked with my mother as a companion as needed over the period of several months to a year. She always brought her cheerfulness and fun ideas for engaging my Mom. She helped with getting my Mom lunch and even brought fresh vegetables from her garden on occasion. She helped my Mom with...
- Jane P.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Waterford, CT
What caregiver services can I find near me in Waterford, CT?
Most private senior caregiver services in Waterford, CT 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 Waterford.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Waterford, CT in 2024?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Waterford, CT on Care.com as of May, 2024 is $22.50 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 Waterford, CT?
There are currently 4 caregivers in Waterford, CT on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Waterford, CT 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 Waterford before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Waterford, CT background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Waterford, CT 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.