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Laurie took care of my mother with dementia. My Mom was difficult and the staff was unable to handle her needs. There were so many…
Review for Laurie M. by Natalie D.
She is a hardworking individual, with great care for the people she works with.
Review for Gladys B. by Susan N.
She is the best, she loving people, for everyone need to have someone like her in they life’s. I’m so só thankful for everything that Duda…
Review for Eduarda M. by Care member
Dementia care in Dorchester Center, MA
Patricia O C.
Dorchester Center, MA
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
I am an Irish lady, I have 10years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Dementia. I have great experience and references, I love working wity rhe elderly and am very caring and attentive, my hours are flexable.
Patricia O can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, personal care, light cleaning, errands
Skills:
CNA
I have worked with seniors for several years and have experience addressing various needs, including dementia, respite care, hospice, mental challenges, and diabetes. I engage my clients through activities such as taking walks, reading, and doing puzzles. Additionally, I manage their schedules and accompany them to doctor's...
Drucilla can also help with: Respite care, dementia, personal care, home modification
Skills:
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Bryan B.
Dorchester Center, MA
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Creative, Engaging, And Dedicated To Your Loved One's Well-Being
My caregiving journey began over a decade ago when I supported my grandfather, instilling a commitment to compassionate care for others. Professionally, I have served as the Director of Activities in a senior living community in Boston, where I developed personalized programs for residents, especially those with Alzheimer's and...
Bryan can also help with: Mobility assistance, errands, transportation, meal prep, home modification
Skills:
CPR
I'd describe my personality as Compassionate, Dependable and Attentive
I like caring for seniors because it gives me the chance to make a meaningful difference in their daily lives as well as enjoy building trusting relationships offer comfort and help them maintain dignity and independence whether it is in nursing homes...
Arlene can also help with: Meal prep, errands, mobility assistance, light cleaning, home modification, respite care & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
(2)
I have experience with dementia patients in a private duty capacity.
I do well with elders experiencing different dementias & enjoy the work, love my clients, even visiting them on my off hours on occasion. Its a very lonely disease. I have worked with beginning to late stage patients.
Both in home & in a facility. I care...
Laurie can also help with: Home modification, companionship, light cleaning, errands, dementia, meal prep & more
5.0
"Laurie took care of my mother with dementia. My Mom was difficult and the staff was unable to handle her needs. There were so many accidents. Then we hired Laurie on a mutual friends referral and wow- she made a huge difference in my Mothers quality of life. Laurie...
Natalie D.
Gladys B.
Medford, MA
$25/hr • 4 yrs exp
I Just Love Working With Elderly Helping Them With Their Needs, It Is Rewarding !
5.0
(1)
I am an experienced CNA/HHA with passion and empathy. I have had an opportunity of taking care of a number of elderly with different challenges like Alzheimer's and dementia among others. Working with them was never a challenge because I look at it as a lesson learned.
Gladys can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, mobility assistance, live-in home care, light cleaning, personal care & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"She is a hardworking individual, with great care for the people she works with."
Susan N.
Eduarda M.
Everett, MA
$30/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a dependable and compassionate caregiver. I have been working in the home care industry for over 3 years. I pride myself on being to quickly learn new skills and adapt to any situation. In the past, I have assisted clients with their activities of daily living, engaged in conversation. I try to connect with my clients,...
Eduarda can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, live-in home care, errands, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"She was great with my parents , I’m very thankful for her life. "
Care member
Erin C.
Dedham, MA
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Retired RN Available For Personal Care, Companionship, Housekeeping, Meal Prep. And Transportation
5.0
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Erin, I have over 20 years nursing experience working with many different patient populations, including acute & long term care, oncology, dementia, hospice and end of life care.
As a nurse I have helped individuals with injections, colostomy care, wound care, g tubes, bathing, incontinence help, support and...
Erin can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, light cleaning, errands, dementia, meal prep & more
5.0
"Erin helped my wife and I to administer shots that my wife required and trained me how to do it myself (which I had never done before). Erin was knowledgeable, professional, detail oriented, friendly and good natured. After she did the first couple of shots, and...
Wells B.
Ghislaine M.
Malden, MA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello. My name is Ghislaine . I have been a senior care provider for over 10 years. I have HHA and CNA experience working for an agency as well as private care. Daily duties include but are not limited to administering medication, house keeping, dressing, bathing and laundry while keeping the client engaged. I've worked with all...
Ghislaine can also help with: Mobility assistance, companionship, personal care, hospice services, dementia, visiting nurse & more
5.0
"Ghislaine took care of my mother for several years. She was always kind, conscientious, and reliable. I highly recommend her!"
Care member
5.0
(4)
I am a caregiver for over 20 years. Caring and patience are crucial components within this industry. A sense of humor and great conversation is also essential. I have years of experience with Dementia patients and home care. We have much to learn from our seniors. Effective Listening is paramount. I also work with animal...
Elizabeth can also help with: Dementia, personal care, home modification
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Elizabeth is very competent, unusually empathetic, utterly trustworthy and a joy to work with. I’m a retired doctor and know quite a bit about good caretakers. You couldn’t do better than Elizabeth."
Care member
5.0
(5)
I have been a CNA for over 8 years. I am enthusiastic and passionate about my job, where I enjoy caring for my clients. I major in ALS, dementia, parkinsons, and Alzemiah to say the list. I am eager to learn about new medical equipment that can boost the well being of my clients and improve their ADLs such as feeding, bathing,...
Ssekabira can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, live-in home care, hospice services, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"It is a pleasure to recommend Ssekabira. We had many mediocre HHAs before him. He is the epitome of excellence. There aren’t enough superlatives to describe him. He now owns a home health care agency, Shalom Exal Services Inc; I can personally vouch for its...
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have worked in the Medical field always. I have loved working with patients with a wide variety of physical ailments. I have worked with Stroke patients, those with brain injuries , as well as those with mild to moderate Dementia. I have also worked with Quadrapalegic patients requiring complete care. I love to cook, clean,...
Sharon can also help with: Personal care, dementia, respite care, live-in home care, hospice services
5.0
"Sharon Took Care of My Brother for over 2 years. I never had any trouble with her work. and she always showed up and on time.. unless real bad weather. I would very Highly recommend her to work for anyone. My brother liked her and took Very good care...
Thomas R.
Nicauris P.
Roxbury, MA
$35-49/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: Home modification, companionship, light cleaning, errands, dementia, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Responsible, conscientious and caring "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Diane! I made a career change when my beautiful Mother was diagnosed with Alzheimer's. I found it was extremely rewarding working with women & men who are inflicted with the dementia &/or Alzheimer's. I like to play their favorite music, go through their photo albums as well as assisting with bathing, house...
Diane can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, mobility assistance, light cleaning, dementia, personal care & more
5.0
"Diane is great. She understands both the need of the person she's caring for and the person she giving respite care to. My husband has Parkinson's and enjoys her company. She's a great help!"
Mark F.
Maxie G.
South Boston, MA
$20-30/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I moved to Boston June 1st 2021. I grew up on New Hampshire my whole life and attended the University of New Hampshire. I currently work as an Activities coordinator at a dementia unit. I have been working at the assistant living since July 2021. Prior to working there, I work at an assistant living in New Hampshire since 2017....
Maxie can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, live-in home care, hospice services, errands, meal prep & more
5.0
"Maxie was hired to take care of my grandmother in a home setting. My grandmother grew quite fond of Maxie and she provided excellent care & companionship. Our family would not hesitate to hire Maxie again. She was punctual, compassionate & detail oriented."
Samantha T.
Natalia L.
Allston, MA
$20-35/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I've been working with seniors as an HHA since 2016. I have lots of experience keeping elders safe and helping them to meet their needs. Among my clients were individuals with dementia, Alzheimer, and others complications. Additionally, I have degrees in linguistics and economics.
Natalia can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, meal prep, errands, dementia, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Natasha is helping me already for six years including pandemic time. She is the most responsible and hardworking person. She does all the jobs I asked her to do including shopping, cleaning, helping with bathroom, etc. During the pandemic she wore the mask...
Maryanne O.
Yanique B.
Chestnut Hill, MA
$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
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: Hospice services, companionship, light cleaning, errands, dementia, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CNA
Licensed Nurse
CPR
5.0
"Yanique is beyond wonderful - she is a gifted and compassionate caregiver. We were so fortunate to meet her."
Dana K.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a geriatric care manager and certified dementia practioner. I have professional experience working at the management level in assisted living/memory care assisted living facilities, skilled nursing/short term rehab facilities, and home care companies. I have experience working with people on hospice and those living with...
Mairead can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, light cleaning, errands, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Although Mairead is family, she was GREAT with my mother who is 95 years of age. I only wish I could have her care for her all the time. She is patient with my mother and understanding of her needs. I was able to go to work with no worries when Mairead was caring...
Eileen B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello: my name is Juan (32y-o). A Latino living the dream in Boston. I have more than eight years of experience as a senior caretaker. My range of clients go from people with mobility issues to clients with mild and advanced Alzheimer, cancer , multiple sclerosis and senile dementia.
I am originally from Cartagena, Colombia. A...
Juan can also help with: Dementia, personal care, live-in home care
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Mr. G. is the most responsible person i ever met. Nice and warm person "
Josephina K.
Addis K.
Cambridge, MA
$30/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Compassionate caregiver with 5years work experience as a Home Health Aid (CNA) highly skilled in assisting clients with activities of daily living with demonstrated ability of performing errands, meal preparation, transportation, laundry, medication reminder and light housekeeping also have experience in taking care of Alzheimer...
Addis can also help with: Home modification, companionship, hospice services, errands, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Addis helped care for my mother who had both dementia and diabetes. She was warm, caring, and completely reliable. She took the time to get to know my mom and made her feel so comfortable! She communicated with me frequently about mom's health and needs and she...
Gwynneth O.
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FAQs for finding dementia care near you in Dorchester Center, MA
What is the basic concept of dementia care near me in Dorchester Center, MA?
Dementia can cause significant physical strain as well as cause the patient to lose some or all of their memory. Some patients may need more physical care or some may need more help due to memory issues. If you’re looking for dementia care near you in Dorchester Center, MA, you can review the profiles of different caregivers to see what specific types of dementia care they provide.
How much does dementia care cost near me in Dorchester Center, MA?
The cost of dementia care is set by each individual caregiver, so the costs can vary greatly. Where you live, the type of care your family member needs, and how experienced the caregiver is can all impact in home dementia care costs. The average cost of dementia care near you in Dorchester Center, MA is $23.75.
How can I find dementia care near me in Dorchester Center, MA?
If someone is looking to create a dementia care plan, they can start by using Care.com to learn more about what their dementia home care provider options are. With Care.com you can review different profiles of caregivers near you in Dorchester Center, MA to learn more about each provider’s rate and level of experience, as well as the responsibilities they’re willing to take on.
Is it safe to hire dementia care near me in Dorchester Center, MA?
Safety is likely top of mind when caring for a loved one with dementia. To help make your search for safe care easier, all dementia care providers on Care.com are asked to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. However, when looking for a dementia care provider near you in Dorchester Center, MA, we strongly advise you to do your own due diligence by running an independent background check and requesting references.
What interview questions should I ask when hiring dementia care near me in Dorchester Center, MA?
When you’re interviewing a caregiver for in home care for dementia near you in Dorchester Center, MA, you can ask them whatever questions you need to feel more comfortable. For example, you may want to ask them about how they best communicate, what their preferred working schedule is, and to tell you more about their experience working as a caregiver for people with dementia.