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Melinda S.


Florence, MA

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Capable, Caring, And Dependable!

I grew up in a family with a dad who had Multiple Sclerosis and helped caretake for him since I was 10. My sister also suffered from MS from 16 until she died at 39. While not a health professional, I am experienced in more than a novice, have lots of compassion, and enjoy my elders! In the past 5 years I have worked with...
Melinda can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, visiting physician, meal prep, transportation
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Donna W.


Hatfield, MA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

ACTIVITIES COORDINATOR EXTRAORDINAIRE!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I live in Hatfield and am a young 70 yr old. I successfully navigated the kids, careers, pets, ex and aging parents stages of life. I am a retired UMass Amherst business manager; college-educated former beauty salon owner; certified end-of-life Doula and activities coordinator extraordinaire. Available for companionship,...
Donna can also help with: Respite care, errands, hospice services, transportation, companionship, meal prep & more
5.0
"We hired Donna to care for an elderly friend who was hospitalized due to complications from hip surgery. Donna provided live-in care in her home for three weeks and we couldn't have been more impressed and grateful. Donna was kind, caring, responsible, and took the...

Anna M.

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John K.


Southampton, MA

$19-30/hr1 yrs exp

Fmr. Medical Assistant Offering Senior Care

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm John! I'm a former medical assistant offering senior care and am looking to add a couple new clients. I bring with me 4 years of experience at fast paced health care facilities in the Boston area and Pioneer Valley as well as 1+ year in eldercare. Now looking to support the care and well-being of others in my area,...
John can also help with: Mobility assistance, light cleaning, companionship, errands, meal prep, transportation & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"John is very professional but also personable. He is compassionate and knowledgeable of the needs of geriatric patients. John communicates promptly and was of great help with caring for our loved one. I would highly recommend John K. as a care provider!"

Care member

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Lydia L.


Holyoke, MA

$20-26/hr10 yrs exp

Senior/Companion Care Available.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Lydia, and I am available to help care for your loved one! Currently I am a companion 3 days a week for a lovely woman in her late 80s who lives alone. Prior to that I was a caregiver for a couple in their 90s with various physical issues. I was their companion, cook, driver, laundry helper and cleaner. Past...
5.0
"Lydia was great with my parents, communicated well with me and was very proactive dealing with things that needed to be done. She was flexible and willing to help in any way needed."

Anne P.

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Katarina N.


Holyoke, MA

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver & Gerontologist 15+ Years Experience Supporting Quality Of Life

I am deeply committed to supporting quality of life for those with chronic illness or aging. I have a BA in Psychology and a MS in gerontology and have worked in the field for over 15 years. I have supported individuals with: cognitive decline/impairment, chronic illness, movement disorders, physical limitations, visual...
Katarina can also help with: Dementia, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, personal care
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

Wound Care

5.0
"Katarina is an exceptional human being who is highly educated, experienced, competent, and thoughtful. Moreover, she is willing and able to do exactly what is needed in the moment to care for clients with significant needs. Katarina goes above and beyond. She is...

Care member

Growing up, my grandparents lived in an in-law apartment attached to my house. I owe a great deal of who I am to them, and to my parents as well. Just recently, my grandpa has moved to a handicap friendly apartment. I realized after one short semester in Maine, three hours away from my grandpa, I wanted to come back home. I felt...
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Isabel R.


Northampton, MA

$25-30/hr6 yrs exp

Caregiver

I have 6 years experience of caregiving for my elderly father who had dementia and mobility issues. Tasks that I completed include: bathing, dressing, toileting, transfers, mobility assistance, medication management, and companionship. I also have experience with Hoyer lifts.
Isabel can also help with: Errands, mobility assistance, light cleaning, companionship, dementia, meal prep & more
I have always loved caring for and helping elders who I have personally known. Helping them maintain their independence and dignity is the underlying foundation of why I have helped them, plus I enjoy spending time with them. I am presently at a crossroads where the family I have worked with no longer need their nanny (me). For...
Brittany can also help with: Companionship
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Emma C.


Northampton, MA

$25-26/hr3 yrs exp

Patient, Kind, Gentle

Growing up with my mom, a physical therapist specializing in home care and hospice, has equipped me with valuable knowledge of mobility and cognitive difficulties associated with aging and illnesses. Being passionate about providing companionship to older individuals, I strive to be more than a caregiver - I aim to be a genuine...
Emma can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, home modification, hospice services, errands, companionship & more
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Karen G.


Holyoke, MA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Karen G.- 30 Years Experience in Elder Care and Administration

In 1987 I became a live-in caregiver for an 88-year-old woman. It was a rewarding experience that lasted for 2 1/2 years and led to the creation of my own business. Established in 1990, Cape Companions provided 24-hour in-home care to many elderly people on Cape Cod, MA. I retired from my business in 2005 and returned to live-in...
Karen can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, respite care, personal care
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Madeleine B.


Northampton, MA

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

Compassionate Helper

Hello, my name is Maddie. I have 3+ years experience working in long term care as an activities assistant. I also have experience providing house work/tidying up, meal prep and companionship. I am willing to provide transportation and errands as needed. Thank you!
Madeleine can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, transportation, light cleaning, errands
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Cyndi S.


Northampton, MA

$20-50/hr1 yrs exp

Hello, I'm Cyndi

I describe myself as compassionate, calm and attentive. I like caring for seniors because I enjoy connecting with people and helping them navigate their home environment. I'm looking for a job that allows me to help people and families meet the needs of seniors and individuals who are having health and mobility issues. I enjoy...
Cyndi can also help with: Meal prep, mobility assistance, respite care, light cleaning, companionship, errands & more
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Karen M.


Northampton, MA

$27/hr6 yrs exp

Compassionate Companion

After caring for both of my parents through their later years as well as helping them at end of life, I realized I really love caring for the elderly. Regardless of their physical or mental decline they offer such wisdom and insight into the world.
Karen can also help with: Hospice services, errands, respite care, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia & more
My name is Patricia, I have over 15 years experience. I have experience caring for those with macular degeneration as well as dementia. Experience with meal preparation, light housekeeping, all personal care needs, transportation, errands and companionship. I'm a caring, compassionate and active person. I reside in Holyoke and...
Patricia can also help with: Dementia, companionship, mobility assistance, errands, meal prep, light cleaning & more
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Emily M.


South Hadley, MA

$30-50/hr5 yrs exp

Part-time Speech Therapist

I have 5 years experience working in a high school as a speech-language pathologist. I've also worked part-time at a local medical center with adults for a range of communication and swallowing impairments. I have experience working with people who are stroke survivors or have diagnosis of ALS, MS, or Parkinson's. I am...
Emily can also help with: Companionship
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Pamela T.


Hadley, MA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Compassionate Care-Giver To The Elderly

My name is Pamela. I have been involved with senior care for over 12 years. I got in to this type of service as a way to "pay it forward" for all the help my own Mom received from really wonderful people. I love what I do and feel very close with all my clients. It is a passion for me to be kind, reliable, and trustworthy to the...
Pamela can also help with: Dementia, personal care
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

I have experience helping with seniors which includes Bathing/Dressing, helping with medication and meal preparations. I love to engage and interact with my senior companions. I am kind, compassionate, funny, and caring. I am a very patient person. I love for the elderly to talk about their lives. I like caring for seniors...
Jennifer can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, transportation, errands
Hello my name is Syd! I am normally a nanny for children but also have spent a lot of time with elderly people. My strength is in companionship, I am caring, kind, patient and willing to work with any level of physical and mental capabilities. One of my favorite things to do is to spend time with my 90-year-old grandmother,...
Sydney can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, light cleaning, errands
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Iedes D.


Holyoke, MA

$25-50/hr3 yrs exp

Happy, responsible, healthy I'd describe my personality as respect, responsible and caring. I like caring for seniors because, they deserve care, love and respect. I'm looking for a job that, I can do with my heart. I started caring for seniors when. I was taking care of my on mother, after she passed, I decided to do it...
Iedes can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, dementia, companionship, meal prep, hospice services & more
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Mars C.


Whately, MA

$14-17/hr8 yrs exp

Senior/companionship Care

I am pca/cna & have worked in assisted living & in homes, I've been doing for 8 years now. I help with medicine management, cleaning, shopping/errands & light bath assistance .
Mars can also help with: Transportation, errands, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

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Recent companion care reviews in Florence, MA

Donna W.

5.0

We hired Donna to care for an elderly friend who was hospitalized due to complications from hip surgery. Donna provided live-in care in her home for three weeks and we couldn't have been more impressed and grateful. Donna was kind, caring, responsible, and took the initiative to help with everything...

- Anna M.

John K.

5.0

John is very professional but also personable. He is compassionate and knowledgeable of the needs of geriatric patients. John communicates promptly and was of great help with caring for our loved one. I would highly recommend John K. as a care provider!

- Care member

Lydia L.

5.0

Lydia was great with my parents, communicated well with me and was very proactive dealing with things that needed to be done. She was flexible and willing to help in any way needed.

- Anne P.

Katarina N.

5.0

Katarina is an exceptional human being who is highly educated, experienced, competent, and thoughtful. Moreover, she is willing and able to do exactly what is needed in the moment to care for clients with significant needs. Katarina goes above and beyond. She is kind and empathetic, and worked...

- Care member

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