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60 caregivers are listed in Westwood, MA
The average rate is $33/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby caregivers is 5 years
Caregivers in Westwood, MA
5.0
(8)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I am interested in working with your loved one as a Companion Caregiver. I have extensive Caregiver experience providing companionship and assistance to those in need with household chores, cooking, shopping, scheduling medical appointments, medication management, or simply just chatting or playing cards! I also provide...
Kristina can also help with: Dementia, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, hospice services & more
4.0
"Tina is a very caring, compassionate caregiver. She truly enjoys taking care of the elderly!"
Maureen M.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
FULLY VACCINATED***
My goal is to help people live full and independent lives within the comfort of their homes. I am highly dependable and reliable caregiver who loves taking care of the elder population.
Should you have any questions, feel free to contact me.
I look forward to meeting you and your loved one.
Wendi can also help with: Errands, dementia, hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
Licensed Nurse
5.0
"Wendi is extremely compassionate, supportive and generous all around. She ensures trust and friendship with everyone she cares for, but especially Seniors. Wendi takes priority in providing gentle care for seniors and is suited with an extensive background in...
Christina C.
5.0
(1)
I work as a caregiver and really like it. I took care of my mother with Alzheimer's for five years while raising three kids. I taught adults for more than 35 years and worked as a writer as well. Look forward to hearing from you.
Penelope can also help with: Mobility assistance, hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning, live-in home care, companionship & more
5.0
"She has worked with me for years and she is a fantastic worker. Attentive, passionate, experienced and a genuinely good person. "
Care member
Mariam N.
Natick, MA
$27-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Am certified home health aide, am very reliable, dependable , compassionate, , patient, a good listener and experienced professional caregiver
Mariam can also help with: Personal care, respite care, live-in home care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Mariam is a wonderful and extremely dependable caregiver I have ever seen.she took care of my father for 4 good years straight. She was always on time and flexible with the schedule. She helped my dad with his shower, dressing him up She used to run all the errands...
Steve C.
5.0
(3)
I am a caregiver for over 20 years. Caring and patience are crucial components within this industry. Experience with Dementia patients and home care. We have much to learn from our seniors. Effective Listening is paramount. I also work with animal shelters locally. So, pets are ok with me.
Elizabeth can also help with: Dementia, personal care, home modification
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Elizabeth goes above and beyond in all her care giving roles. She brings her expertise and a wealth of many years of experience handling all kinds of situations, with both human clients and animals. She brings her humor, wisdom, energy and humanity to each...
Carol G.
Donnette M.
Newton Center, MA
$30/hr • 3 yrs exp
Providing A Professional Care That Brings Warmth To Each And Every Client Needs.
5.0
(1)
I'm a very devoted and compassionate caregiver for the past seven years. I have helped patients with dementia, Alzheimer's and diabetes. Also activities of daily living (ADLs). In addition, which may includes help with assistive devices such as wheelchair and more. Caregiving has been a passion of mine ever since I started doing...
Donnette can also help with: Live-in home care, errands, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
Wound Care
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Donnette has been helping us care for our almost 90 years old mom who needs some help. She is an amazing person who has helped our family immensely. We are lucky to have her."
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
A passionate and experienced caregiver for 20+ years experience providing compassionate and attentive care to elderly and disable individuals. I enjoy listening to older people and stories they have to tell. I am a very patient person and am always with the clients, pace following their leads, I have many years experience...
Judy can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, dementia, errands, mobility assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Judy is very knowledgeable in her field of work. She is adaptable in situations where she needs to be."
Theodora W.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a reliable, dependable, passionate and always on-time caregiver, who minds the health and environment of my clients and their rights. I have 10 years of senior caregiving experience. I can help with companionship, medication reminders, escort to doctor's appointment and help with activities of daily living. I can also handle...
Aisha can also help with: Dementia, personal care, hospice services, live-in home care
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Aisha took care of my Mom from 2016-2018. My mother loved the care she received. She would often tell family and friends how much she appreciated Alicia's care and friendship. She is very dependable and stayed with my Mom until her passing. Because of her...
Margie C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Joan and For the past 10 years, I have worked towards helping seniors and making sure I put a smile on their faces at the end of the day. I have experience working with individuals suffering from dementia, Alzheimer's, stroke, diabetes, ALS among others. Over the past years working as a Home Health Aide, I have gained...
Joanita can also help with: Personal care, respite care, visiting nurse, hospice services, live-in home care, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
" Any family would be very lucky to hire Joan. I hired a lot of people to help me care for my family member. Joan was the best. Joan is smart, caring and reliable. She worked for me for more than four years. We worked together doing feeding, changing and oral...
Paula C.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Worked as a caregiver for 16 years.
I'd describe my personality as caring hard worker.
Anne can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, hospice services, live-in home care, companionship & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Anne is one of the best caregivers I have ever hired. I hired Anne to care for my aging father when he needed 24/7 care. I have the highest standards for those that care for my father and Anne exceeded those standards. She immediately learned my dad's personality,...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Sally and I enjoy working with the elderly population. I am available to:
* Take elderly people to, doctors, appointments/ errands (various)
* Dispense medications
* Help them make meals and ensure they are eating
* Help get organized
* Stay with overnight if they need some help and don't want to be alone
I am...
Sally can also help with: Errands, transportation, meal prep
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
5.0
"We hired Sally to help out with our mother who was recently diagnosed with Alzheimer's at the age of 63. She still lives by herself and although she's close by, with everyone in the family working our mother was alone, depressed, bored, and feeling trapped having...
Matt R.
5.0
(1)
My name is Natalya. I graduated from Lasell University in 1997 with Physical Therapy Practitioner degree and since then I have been employed in multiple long and short term rehabilitation facilities caring for seniors with cognitive and physical illnesses and disabilities including working at Newton Wellesley Center for...
Natalya can also help with: Dementia, personal care
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Natalya was an absolute pleasure to work with. She was always a team player and had a skill set that was amazing and supportive of my grandmother.
My grandmother had just suffered a loss and was incredibly difficult to deal with at times and Natalya took this in...
Destiny L.
5.0
(1)
I have years of both personal and professional experience. I offer In-Home Personal, Transitional and Companion Care. I will help your loved one maintain the Independence and Dignity they deserve while maintaining their safety at home. I'm energetic, friendly and outgoing.
Christina can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, dementia, errands, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Christina is professional, knowledgeable, kind and outgoing. It's obvious she truly cares for her clients. She's always there when she's needed. She's become part of the family."
Mary F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I worked at the Brigham Women Hospital for nine years. Prior to that, I worked in nursing homes and currently, I am giving care to two elders at their homes. As a PCA, I ensure that the client and family members are attended to in a caring and attentive manner, responding to the needs of patients/family members in a timely...
Roseline can also help with: Errands, hospice services, companionship, meal prep, dementia, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"I had the pleasure of having Roseline work with my father who had Parkinson's disease as well as other medical conditions which required him to have "total" care. Roseline was at all times caring, professional and attentive in her work with my dad. My father...
Roberta O.
Nicauris P.
Roxbury, MA
$49/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hi I'm a nurse assistant (CNA) with 10 years of experience. I'm Medical assistant, HHA, PCA, CPR& First Aid certificated I've worked 8 years in a nursing home. I have experience with dementia, Alzheimer,& Parkinson's patients. The reason I love to take care elderly patients is because it allows me to give back to families by...
Nicauris can also help with: Dementia, errands, light cleaning, live-in home care, home modification, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"I like Nicauris because she take care my mom. she so nice and help my mom very nice"
Juana M.
Alerte M.
Randolph, MA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hi, my name is Alerte I have been a caregiver for 31 years I would love to take care of your loved one I have experience with Dementia, Alzheimer's, and special needs I Assist them with personal care including bathroom functions, bathing grooming, etc.
Following a prescribed healthcare plan and reminding them of the medication...
Alerte can also help with: Hospice services, home modification, light cleaning, errands, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"During that time Alerte consistently exceeded my expectations she always on time , thoughtful , patient, and very caring. "
Care member
Yanique B.
Chestnut Hill, MA
$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a highly-motivated, responsible, and reliable caregiver, specializing in senior care. I am experienced and comfortable with all aspects of daily care, including assisting with physical therapy activities, administering medications, measuring vital signs and personal care. I have experience working with clients with...
Yanique can also help with: Dementia, companionship, hospice services, live-in home care, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
CNA
5.0
(1)
Hi, I am Celia and I am a compassionate certified nursing assistant. I have over 10 years of combined experience working in a variety of settings. I prefer to work in an assisted living facility, or one on one, because this allows the necessary amount of time to work with each resident in a way that meets their individual...
Celia can also help with: Hospice services, respite care, personal care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"I was Celia's instructor when she trained for CNA/Home care and CPR. I saw her work on patients when we went on for the clinical rotation and she was excellent. Celia is a dependable, caring, loving, considerate, cheerful, respectable and trustworthy young lady....
Jane K.
5.0
(10)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey! my name is Lisa. I've been performing In Home Senior Care for the past 6+ years. Through out my experience I've learned so much, but the two most important things have been the keys of care: compassion and empathy. Caring for another person is an act of displaying kindness and concern for others, but empathy is what allows...
Lisa can also help with: Personal care, dementia, hospice services, live-in home care, respite care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"It was a pleasure working with Lisa. She consistently demonstrated a solid work ethic. Insightful, independent, and loyal. Also is always capable of adapting to new working environments. By far the most easy-going and reliable coworker I can possibly I have ever...
Rayna S.
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a Competent caregiver who cares for clients in a professional and compassionate manner. I find caregiving a very satisfying and rewarding job as it gives me an opportunity to give help and care to someone with health limitations.
My responsibilities include helping clients take prescribed medication, assist with ambulation...
Doreen can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, companionship, hospice services, home modification, dementia & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
Home Health Aide
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Recent caregiver reviews in Westwood, MA
Kristina M.
4.0
Tina is a very caring, compassionate caregiver. She truly enjoys taking care of the elderly!
- Maureen M.
Wendi A.
5.0
Wendi is extremely compassionate, supportive and generous all around. She ensures trust and friendship with everyone she cares for, but especially Seniors. Wendi takes priority in providing gentle care for seniors and is suited with an extensive background in care-taking of all ages. I would trust...
- Christina C.
Penelope N.
5.0
She has worked with me for years and she is a fantastic worker. Attentive, passionate, experienced and a genuinely good person.
- Care member
Mariam N.
5.0
Mariam is a wonderful and extremely dependable caregiver I have ever seen.she took care of my father for 4 good years straight. She was always on time and flexible with the schedule. She helped my dad with his shower, dressing him up She used to run all the errands needed from medical appointments...
- Steve C.
Elizabeth P.
5.0
Elizabeth goes above and beyond in all her care giving roles. She brings her expertise and a wealth of many years of experience handling all kinds of situations, with both human clients and animals. She brings her humor, wisdom, energy and humanity to each assignment. I have learned so much from...
- Carol G.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Westwood, MA
What caregiver services can I find near me in Westwood, MA?
Most private senior caregiver services in Westwood, 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 Westwood.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Westwood, MA in 2024?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Westwood, MA on Care.com as of May, 2024 is $33.33 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 Westwood, MA?
There are currently 4 caregivers in Westwood, MA on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Westwood, 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 Westwood before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Westwood, MA background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Westwood, 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 Westwood, MA caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Caregivers in Westwood, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed caregivers.