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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: Companionship, light cleaning, transportation, errands, meal prep, personal care & 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
Gabrielle G.
Groton, CT
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Senior Home Caregiver/Child Care Provider With An Empathetic Heart And Hearty Work Ethic.
To simply put it, I love making people smile or feel good about themselves. Working as a CNA in a multitude of environments has given me the confidence I so desired to be out on my own helping others. With 10 yrs of mixed experience between long term, rehab, respite, hospice, and in home care I can handle any and all...
Gabrielle can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, dementia, errands, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Comalita S.
Groton, CT
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
I been in the home care business for 13 years I start with a company for 7years and I went on my own, I took care of a client for 7years but he just passed , I love helping people and animal too I love dags and cats , , in home care I cook clean and make them fill confidential at there or at the nursing home , I life in the NL...
Kyle F.
Groton, CT
$10-15/hr
Hi there! My name is Kyle and I an 21 years old. I currently live with my father who is 61 and is going through stage 4 melanoma cancer as well as treatments and such. I take care of pretty much everything around the house to the point where I enjoy it and I like getting things done on my own. I've loved helping people since I...
Kyle can also help with: Personal care, dementia
Gabrielle P.
Gales Ferry, CT
$22-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
I am a very caring, ambitious, and experienced caregiver. I have worked in facility settings as well as more personal home settings. I have about 6 years of a wide range of experience. Taking care of others comes very naturally to me and I'm very good at it.
Gabrielle can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, errands, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia & more
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Kind, attentive, intuitive, and an excellent conversationalist. I enjoy crafting, cooking, music, playing games.
My nursing assistant experience stems from taking care of my sister after a brain injury rendered her paralyzed and non-verbal. My mother is a nurse of 40 years and taught me everything I know, which has equipped me...
Kara can also help with: Companionship, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services, dementia & more
I have 2 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Home Care. I'm flexible too.
Ayabulela can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, live-in home care, light cleaning, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
I've been providing service to both children and the elderly for a few years. My great grandfather moved here from Puerto Rico 4 years ago, and I've helped my family to care for him. I've also cared for some of the older people at my church. I work at a child care center during the week. I'm comfortable cooking, cleaning, and...
Christian can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning, errands, respite care, meal prep, personal care & more
Jennifer W.
Oakdale, CT
$17-23/hr • 4 yrs exp
I may not be certified but I have lots of hands on experience with caring for loved ones with mobility issues, downs syndrome, inserting catheters, transferring in and out of wheelchair, giving medications, feeding, cooking, cleaning, driving to appointments, companionship and much more. I treat people like they're my friends...
Jennifer can also help with: Errands, transportation, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning
Hello! My name is Michael and I have been working as a caregiver for a variety of different individuals since 2017. I have worked in many different environments from a nursing home late-stage dementia unit, to managing a group home of seven clients with varying developmental disabilities diagnoses, to having been a behavioral...
Michael can also help with: Personal care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
I have over 10 years experience of being a personal care assistant, both in home and hospital setting. I understand the importance of communication to maintain rapport with my clients family making them aware of all physical and behavioral changes with their loved one, and to also include my client understanding they have a say...
Lauri can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, personal care, light cleaning, errands
Skills:
Home Health Aide
3.7
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been a caregiver for 20 years. I have worked in hospitals, retirement homes, and the last 10 years I have been doing private home care. I have 20 years of experience with dementia/Alzheimer's, oncology patients, Parkinson's etc..
Kelly can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, companionship, dementia, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Kelly helped take care of my mom who had a small stroke and my dad who had dementia. When dad couldn't or wouldn't cooperate Kelly would find a way to help him do what needed to be done with grace and humor. She could see past his dementia and liked him as a...
Wendy C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have more than 30 years of experience as a certified caregiver for seniors, including Dementia and all stages of Alzheimer's. I have provided live-in, overnight and intermittent care, medication management and transfers. I am a licensed, insured driver for appointments and errands.
Susan can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, dementia, home modification, respite care, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Susan is a very hard worker and efficient. Delightful!"
Susan S.
5.0
(3)
I have been a caregiver/ cna for 8+ years. Senior care available. Home care, group home care,
I can do meal prep, clean, light housekeeping, run errands and whatever more client request.
I obtain my own transportation. I obtain a cna license.
CPR licensed as well.
Please message me if you are interested in my services....
Ashley can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, mobility assistance, light cleaning, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
5.0
"She's a kind, caring person and takes pride of her job. I would recommend Ashley to take care of your love ones."
Sonia T.
Seija G.
North Stonington, CT
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Patient, Experienced Caregiver Seeking Kind Elderly Companion;)
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Seija and I'm looking for a kind family in need of companion care for their loved one. I have many years experience offering compassionate care and home health assistance, especially to those suffering from dementia/Alzheimer's. Just a few of the things I have extensive experience with is offering...
Seija can also help with: Personal care, live-in home care, respite care, dementia
5.0
"Seija was great helping out with both my Mother and Father. Seija was good with them, including when my Father was in rough shape and could get nasty. She was flexible and knowledgeable. My parents really liked having Seija around and so did my generation. "
Ken J.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have been a licensed CNA for almost 20 years.
The path I have chosen is truly my passion.
This gives me Purpose in Life! I truly enjoy caring for others. Kindness is key.
Helping others in need and treating them the way I would want to be treated is so satisfying.
I have experience working with clients with ALS,...
Sharon can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, companionship, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Sharon has worked for us for 3 months now. We feel so fortunate to have her. She came to work for us to help me care for my husband who has dementia from a brain injury. Sharon is very professional, as well warm and loving. She is very knowledgeable about...
Ellen M.
Deirdre A.
Preston, CT
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(13)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I am a experienced home care provider with 25 + years. I specialize in dementia, hospice, ALS, stroke, strengthening, Parkinson's, cancer, and spinal cord injuries. I have experience in all aspects of home care. I train families for easy transitioning with loved ones. I can make a stressful and difficult situation easier on both...
Deirdre can also help with: Home modification, dementia, companionship, mobility assistance, hospice services, meal prep & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
CPR
5.0
"Deirdre is a wonderful, caring person who really cares about helping people. She goes above and beyond and is truly such a knowledgeable person, so experienced in her field of care. I can't say enough about her. She is great."
Thomas F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a Senior Caregiver for 12 years. I provide assistance with transportation to Dr. Appts. as well as other apps., such as errands that your loved one may require. I help with personal shopping, including groceries, whether they are able to go themselves and I help or I will shop for them. I help with meal preparations,...
Tammy can also help with: Errands, personal care, meal prep, dementia, companionship, mobility assistance & more
5.0
"Tammy did an extraordinary job caring for my 85 year old husband who was very sick with COPD, dementia and other problems.
She was both professional and personable in her approach. Moreover, she would always do more than was expected and wanted feedback to make...
Tracey F.
5.0
(1)
I've been a caregiver for over 10 years. I've worked in nursing homes, hospitals and private homes. I have been CPR and first aid certified. I have a flexible schedule.
Sarah can also help with: Visiting nurse, hospice services, live-in home care, respite care, personal care, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
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Recent caregiver reviews in Waterford, CT
Kelly W.
5.0
Kelly I feel became part of our family. We hired Kelly to help care for my dad during the nights. She was beyond caring and loving to my father. Kelly was always on time, went above and beyond and we truly just loved having her in our home and part of my father's care-giving team. She would be...
- Deborah B.
Susan S.
5.0
Susan is an excellent Caregiver and a pleasure to work with. She is punctual, dependable, and always goes above and beyond when caring for our Mother. She is trustworthy, knowledgeable and has years of experience caring for Elders. I highly recommend her for any Caregiver position.
- Martha D.
Ashley Q.
5.0
Ashley has a good understanding of the needs and abilities of children and is warm, nurturing and dependable. She was awesome with our family.
- Monica T.
Seija G.
5.0
Seija is a warm, compassionate caregiver. She has a calm, caring demeanor that always made my mom feel safe and well cared for. I would highly recommend Seija.
- Margaret W.
Sharon G.
5.0
Sharon helps me to take care of my mother who is 96 and lives independently. I can always depend on Sharon to accomplish whatever we have agreed upon.
- Nancy W.
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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 June, 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.