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60 caregivers are listed in Watertown, MA
The average rate is $22/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby caregivers is 6 years
Caregivers in Watertown, MA
4.9
(14)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as kind, caring, loving
I like caring for seniors because I learn so much from them
I'm looking for a job that helps me and interact with my clients.
I started caring for seniors 11 years ago.
In my spare time, I like to read books, watch movies, socialize with friends and take...
Carolyn can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning, errands, hospice services, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"She is dependable, kind, honest and so professional at her job. My husband loved her."
Carol N.
Catherine N.
Watertown, MA
$25/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: Companionship, mobility assistance, dementia, errands, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
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
Aracy W.
Watertown, MA
$25-40/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am a caregiver with experience in: alzhiemers, accompany shopping, wash clothes and clean the patient's room, comfortable with pets, take care of nails, cut hair, bath and cook. First language Portuguese (Brazil) and US citizen. I am immensely pleased to be able to make a difference in the family, which is in need of my...
Aracy can also help with: Companionship, live-in home care, home modification, meal prep, light cleaning, personal care & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
5.0
"Aracy takes care of my grandmother whenever none of us can. She has a really kind heart and does everything my grandma asks without hesitation. We all adore Aracy very much !"
Haissa N.
5.0
(1)
I'd describe my personality as
Time management
Personal management
caregiver
I like caring for seniors because
I always want to make a positive change to someone
I'm looking for a job that
to make change for those who are in need
I started caring for seniors when
3years back
In my spare time, I like listening to...
Benard can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, live-in home care, transportation
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"His loving, so caring to the elderly "
Care member
I'd describe my personality as friendly, empathetic, and reliable
I like caring for seniors because I feel as though I am caring for my own elderly parents
I'm looking for a job that is flexible enough to enable me to continue with my course
I started caring for seniors with my own parents and relatives
In my spare time,...
Herbert can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, personal care, meal prep, dementia, home modification & more
Ranita T.
Watertown, MA
$25-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
Dedicated Caregiver Offering Compassionate And Coordinated Care Services
Hi! I'm Ranita , MS, a senior caregiver committed to providing exemplary support for seniors and their families. In my 8 years of experience in caregiving, I have performed specialized memory care, hygiene maintenance, medication management, and transition mobility.
I aim to treat seniors with the highest degree of respect and...
Ranita can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, respite care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
I help my father in law for 2 month in the rehabilitation center for hip injury,
From 7 p.m. to 7 am, I did a good job.
Ben can also help with: Transportation, light cleaning, errands, meal prep
Diana K.
Watertown, MA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Being a mother of seven children, I use that experience to care for elderly people with love and tenderness. I have been a caregiver for over 10 years giving care to people with different problems and different needs. I love what I do and I want to do more to make my client comfortable and happy and to make their family at ease...
Diana can also help with: Dementia, personal care, companionship, mobility assistance, respite care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
Hola! My name is Silvia and I am a caregiver for the past 20+years. I am very energetic and very flexible when it comes to your needs. I love to cook and clean, run errands, help with medications, giving baths and have long conversations. I have always loved doing what I do because I have a passion for the elderly. Since my...
Silvia can also help with: Respite care, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, dementia, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CNA
Kendra H.
Watertown, MA
$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
I have about 5+ years caring for elderly patients doing a variety of tasks. Some job responsibilities include bathroom/shower and dressing assistance, light housekeeping, light meal preparation and medication management. As well as the most important task, companionship! You can be assured that you'll have a friendly, uplifting...
Kendra can also help with: Meal prep, live-in home care, light cleaning
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Kerry S.
Watertown, MA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'm looking to work with seniors on a part-time basis. I work full time during the week Monday-Friday. My own father has late stage Alzheimer's and lives out of state, which is what has made me realize the need for senior care. My own parents have had at home care and I have appreciated all that the caregivers have done for my...
Valerie H.
Watertown, MA
$20-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Happy To Give Rides And Do Errands; Good Company If You Need Someone To Talk To
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as cheerful, detail-focused, and empathetic.
I like spending time with people, and if they need a hand with something I am more than happy to help.
I'm looking for a job that requires driving, adult companionship, and/or light shopping. This could include taking an adult to an appointment, social...
Valerie can also help with: Errands, companionship, transportation
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, dementia, hospice services, respite care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Sharon cared for my elderly parents for the last 6 years, treating them with kindness and respect. My mother suffered from dementia, my father was blind, and Sharon expertly cared for them to the end. I highly recommend her."
Donna K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
They require special attention. Their lives can be incredibly , lonely, and a good caregiver can meet that need in many ways sometimes being their sole companion.
Kevin can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, mobility assistance, errands, personal care, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I hired Kevin as a PCA to help care for my dad. He is patient, polite, professional and punctual. We are very fortunate to have found Kevin!"
Mary S.
Kariyo H.
Waltham, MA
$30/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a caring, compassionate , reliable and patient caregiver.
I am a certified Nursing assistant(CNA), home health aid and CPR certification holder.
I have been caregiving for the last 10 years in nursing homes, group homes and in homes.
I have a vast experience in dealing with almost each issue to do with giving care is...
Kariyo can also help with: Personal care, live-in home care, hospice services, transportation, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Kariyo is a warm, kind and joyful caregiver who instantly connected with my 88 y.o father. He exudes such optimism and enthusiasm that is absolutely contagious. I will be forever grateful to him for the truly beautiful time he spent with my beloved dad."
Karen M.
Rashidah N.
Stoneham, MA
$30-43/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Reliable Private Duty Caregiver with experience of 6 years I am very knowledgeable on handling a variety of emergency situations. Great at meal preparation assisting in the maintenance of a household and developing a strong support with a client. Specialized in elderly and special needs patients. Certified in first aid,...
Rashidah can also help with: Hospice services, errands, dementia, respite care, personal care
Skills:
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
5.0
"She's worth having and happen my grand mom was still alive she'd still be with her as family
You're dearly loved and missed"
Rowley S.
Raudah N.
Chelsea, MA
$30/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi there I'm a home health aide with a 7 year experience.
"I am passionate about providing care and support to those in need. Working as a caregiver has allowed me to make a difference in the lives of others and bring comfort to those who may be facing challenges. I am dedicated to providing the highest level of care and...
Raudah can also help with: Hospice services, live-in home care, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Raudah is a very reliable, charismatic, compassionate Hardworking person. Pays great attention to detail and overall the best person I know."
Phiona G.
4.8
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm currently is a caregiver for one man who are 90
years old. Part of my duties are preparing meal or heat up food, keep them company, take walks with them, light housekeeping and running errands.
Ginny can also help with: Personal care, visiting physician
5.0
"Ginny was a great help to my elderly mother. She's very attentive and considerate. Her service was superb. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for elderly care."
Winnie K.
5.0
(3)
I am a compassionate caregiver with several years of experience in dedicated patient care working both in assisted living facilities and private homes. have experience in hospice care, Alzheimer's, dementia, companionship just to mention but a few. I am passionate about elder care and skilled at managing schedules of patients...
Matilda can also help with: Dementia, companionship, light cleaning, hospice services, errands, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Caring, compassionate, superb caregiver. You will not go wrong hiring Matilda. I worked hospice for years she cared for many of the same clients. If you want the best hire Matilda."
Care member
Prossy N.
Waltham, MA
$30-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
I Am So Empathetic, Kind , Caring , Respectful, Committed, Patient , Car
5.0
(2)
I am a certified Home health Aide . I've worked in this field for over 7 years . My good interpersonal and communication skills , being empathetic, kind , respectful, time conscious , compassionate I have been able to do my work without any supervision and make sure the work is well done .
I am very dedicated and committed to...
Prossy can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, dementia, meal prep, errands, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Prossy cared for both of my parents for about 3 years until they both passed peacefully. She was truly one of the kindest, most attentive, loving caretakers they could ever have been blessed to have. She was so reliable and always went above and beyond for...
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Recent caregiver reviews in Watertown, MA
Carolyn S.
5.0
Carolyn is a wonderful caregiver, I hired her to take my grandfather for his appointments and she was always flexible and helpful, unfortunately my grandfather died so quickly he didn't get to spend more time with her but he always loved her big smile and talked about her. I would definitely...
- Max L.
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
Aracy W.
5.0
Aracy takes care of my grandmother whenever none of us can. She has a really kind heart and does everything my grandma asks without hesitation. We all adore Aracy very much !
- Haissa N.
Benard B.
5.0
His loving, so caring to the elderly
- Care member
Sharon M.
5.0
Sharon is hard working, caring and is very knowledgeable working with elders and disabled population.
- Fardowsa M.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Watertown, MA
What caregiver services can I find near me in Watertown, MA?
Most private senior caregiver services in Watertown, 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 Watertown.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Watertown, MA in 2024?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Watertown, MA on Care.com as of May, 2024 is $22.42 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 Watertown, MA?
There are currently 12 caregivers in Watertown, MA on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Watertown, 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 Watertown before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Watertown, MA background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Watertown, 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.
Ratings for Watertown, MA caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Caregivers in Watertown, MA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 17 reviews of the 60 listed caregivers.