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I have 2 years of paid experience as a Home Health Aide, six year experience in the aging field, and 4 years of personal experience caring for my disabled mother. I have my masters in Management of Aging Services and am trained to care for those with Dementia. My CNA expired in 2015 but I still hold the skills. Happy to help...
Avery can also help with: Companionship, dementia, mobility assistance, home modification, personal care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Julia L.


Leverett, MA

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

Caregiver/Companion Available February-May

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have had four years of experience working as a companion/caregiver for an elderly man with Dementia. Prior to that, I volunteered at a Nursing Center with my dog as a pet therapy team through Pets and People. As a caregiver, I am happy to plan activities, run errands, go out to events, cook, help with cleaning, administer...
Julia can also help with: Personal care, dementia, live-in home care
5.0
"Julia L. cared for my Mom in South Deerfield before and was very good. We are hoping she can fit my Mom into her regular daily schedule, few hours every afternoon between 2:00 PM to 6:00 or close to these hours as she can Gary"

Gary B.

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Cynthia M.


Amherst, MA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care/Companion

COVID-CAUTIOUS VAXXED MASKED AND DISTANCED I have provided companionship/care to seniors; including my mother-- who required full-transfers and 24-hour care. I am experienced with Dementia and Alzheimer's, Diabetes, CVAs, Amputations, etc. Too many seniors feel "shoved in the corner", especially those with disabilities. I...
Cynthia can also help with: Personal care, respite care, dementia
5.0
"Cyndi is the absolute best person that I ever hired . I first hired Cyndi for house cleaning and she was punctual, dependable and extremely efficient. She knows exactly what needs to be done and does an amazing job. Later I hired her to watch my mom after surgery...

Robert U.

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Ivette M.


Wendell, MA

$28/hr5 yrs exp

CNA

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Ivette, I am a certificated nurse assistant. I am offering my services assisting with daily living activities such as personal care, meal prep, light cleaning, companion care, groceries/errands etc. I also have my Basic life support certification and dementia training. I am fully vaccinated, non-smoker, very punctual,...
Ivette can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, hospice services, live-in home care, errands, dementia & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Ivette is the kind of employee anyone would be lucky to have. I can highly recommend Ivette. She was always kind, thoughtful and dependable. Ivette cared for my mom for about 4 years. Her duties were many and various. She handled all situations well. I have a...

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Aldineia L.


Amherst, MA

$19-20/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality Patient, helpful, respectful. I used to work one on one with Lady on the wheelchair as companion for nine years. I like to help elderly people. I'm looking for a job that is safe, comfortable and trustworthy. I started caring for seniors when since August 2015. In my spare time, I like to be with...
Aldineia can also help with: Light cleaning, mobility assistance, companionship, meal prep, errands, dementia & more
5.0
"We only had Neia with us for two weeks and then, to our disappointment, her family had to move back to Massachusetts. In the short time she was with my Mom, she was punctual, friendly, extremely helpful and resourceful. She was always doing things (e.g.,...

Stephen H.

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Paola D.


Amherst, MA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Companion, Housekeeper, Meals

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I cared for one woman for seven years. We did many lovely things together--movies, museums, flower shows, gardening, shopping. I developed a very close relationship with her and her family and extended family. Working with her on a daily basis, we got very close. She had Alzheimer's, which was somewhat controlled for a long...
Paola can also help with: Errands, personal care, transportation, respite care, home modification, dementia & more
5.0
"Paola was gentle, smiling, creative, caring and altogether lovely to have in my home. She took loving care of my husband. I would recommend her most highly."

Judy G.

Hi I'm Amelia! I have been working as a childcare provider for the last 3 years at a daycare. I'm a passionate caretaker and I'm always eager to work! With everything going on with covid, I am looking for a more private 1 on 1 type job. My mother works in home health and hospice and I have learned a lot from her over the years....
Amelia can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, light cleaning, errands
I have personal experience as a primary caregiver for my elderly mother in law when she became very ill and bedridden while living in our home. During the course of several years I assisted her at various times with bathing, dressing, feeding, meal prep, medication management, blood sugar testing and insulin injections,...
Laura can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, transportation

Marlene B.


Amherst, MA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

I like and have experience interacting with elderly individuals and providing companion services. I have provided personal care, including bathing and dressing for a woman who was recovering from a heart attack. I enjoy hearing about people's lives and fostering as much independence as possible. I play tolerable bridge and love...
Marlene can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, dementia, live-in home care, errands, meal prep & more
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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: Hospice services, errands, transportation, companionship, respite care, 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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Rachel G.


Orange, MA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate HHA/PCA

Available full time or part time. Mornings Afternoons and overnights. 18 years experience. I do personal care, meal prep, drive to appts., companionship, housekeeping , pet care, etc.. Most of my clients have dementia/ Alzheimer s. I started out at Catholic Charities. Then got my CNA. I can work through tempest or private pay....
Rachel can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, mobility assistance, respite care, dementia, personal care & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Rachael always showed up when scheduled. She brought kindness joy and light to all of us. She is knowledgeable about all things related to care, dependable, trustworthy and so very kind and loving. "

Anne C.

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Lisa W.


Greenfield, MA

$30/hr9 yrs exp

Housekeeper/Caregiver With 9 Years Senior Care Experience

Hi there! My name is Lisa. Thank you for clicking on me! I am a very motivated and energetic worker who is looking for housekeeping and or senior care work. I am caring for a few families right now but have open days during the week I'm looking to fill. I love cleaning, and really love helping my families. I also have been...
5.0
"I am so impressed with Lisa's compassion and dedication to her clients. Unfortunately the opportunity I have for her is just too far away from her area . She was recommended by a friend who raved about her. She's smart, articulate, and very caring what more could...

Theresa L.

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Pamela B.


Northfield, MA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Personal Assistant, Caregiver, Companion

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I worked in home care setting as a Physical therapist assistant. Currently doing companion care and PCA work. I have over 20 years experience. Caring, compassionate and dependable. I can assist in personal care, meal prep, medication reminders, light housekeeping, errands, appointments.
Pamela can also help with: Personal care, errands, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, mobility assistance & more
Skills:

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

5.0
"I wholeheartedly recommend Pam as a PCA! Pam was hired by myself, the client, and his family. Pam was caring, self-reliant, cheerful, extremely flexible, and a hard working. She always arrived at or by the expected time and fulfilled the necessary duties and did...

Karuna B.

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Johnna B.


Greenfield, MA

$24-36/hr10 yrs exp

Creative, Enthusiastic, Fun Companion!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, thank you for considering me! I offer companionship and personal care to elders and people with limited mobility. I have 20 years of experience in a broad array of human service positions and 6 years as a personal care assistant. I am a strong advocate for people living full meaningful lives. I love cooking and sharing...
Johnna can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, errands, light cleaning, personal care
5.0
"I hired Johnna initially for a short-term position in November 2021, to support me after knee surgery. She is a wonderful, capable, kind human being. She is especially skilled at creative, healthy meal preparation, which was sorely needed so my husband and I did...

Randy R.

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Laura Z.


Ludlow, MA

$10-15/hr

Care Giver / Companion

I am an honest trustworthy dependable caring individual. I took care of 2 parents with Alzheimer's and my in-laws. Father-in-law double amputee and Mother-in law with cancer. I am looking for a companion position help with housework etc
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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: Mobility assistance, dementia, errands, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning & 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: Light cleaning, errands, transportation, meal prep
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

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Jennifer M.


Thorndike, MA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Senior caregiver

*No Lifting* I have experience with personal care, working with multiple agencies and on my own. I can provide great references. I love what I do and care about my clients. I am patient, thorough and compassionate. I am CPR certified and I have experience with Dementia, Hospice care and companionship. I am willing to provide a...
Jennifer can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, meal prep, errands, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:

CPR

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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: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands, companionship, mobility assistance, respite care & more
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Alysse T.


Ludlow, MA

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

Compassionate, Faithful, And Gentle Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with patients with muscular dystrophy, dementia, COPD, and various other conditions just to name a few. I am a great companion for the elderly. I am a hard worker, accountable, dependable, reliable, and always strive to make a difference to deliver the best care I can provide. Everyone tells me I am great with the...
Alysse can also help with: Personal care, dementia, respite care, home modification, hospice services, live-in home care & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Recent companion care reviews in Shutesbury, MA

Julia L.

5.0

Julia L. cared for my Mom in South Deerfield before and was very good. We are hoping she can fit my Mom into her regular daily schedule, few hours every afternoon between 2:00 PM to 6:00 or close to these hours as she can Gary

- Gary B.

Cynthia M.

5.0

Cyndi is the absolute best person that I ever hired . I first hired Cyndi for house cleaning and she was punctual, dependable and extremely efficient. She knows exactly what needs to be done and does an amazing job. Later I hired her to watch my mom after surgery and she took care of her as if she...

- Robert U.

Ivette M.

5.0

Ivette is the kind of employee anyone would be lucky to have. I can highly recommend Ivette. She was always kind, thoughtful and dependable. Ivette cared for my mom for about 4 years. Her duties were many and various. She handled all situations well. I have a detailed letter of recommendation...

- Care member

Aldineia L.

5.0

We only had Neia with us for two weeks and then, to our disappointment, her family had to move back to Massachusetts. In the short time she was with my Mom, she was punctual, friendly, extremely helpful and resourceful. She was always doing things (e.g., straightening things up, cleaning, helping...

- Stephen H.

Paola D.

5.0

Paola is an extremely capable, responsible and caring caregiver. She has an engaging personality and she immediately formed a deep connection with my wife. She is active and energetic and she pursues projects with enthusiasm. Paola is an excellent cook - and my wife and I are the beneficiaries of...

- Emily K.

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