Find Top Dementia Care Near Me in Fitchburg, MA
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60 dementia care are listed in Fitchburg, MA
The average rate is $19/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby dementia care is 7 years
Dementia care in Fitchburg, MA
Rosanna G.
Fitchburg, MA
$22-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Companion/caregiver Specializing In Dementia/Alzheimer's/memory Impairment.
I have worked as a private caregiver for the elderly for over 10 years. I have also cared for several family members including grandparents and parents with Dementia. I feel that it's important to focus on how the person is feeling and adjust your approach with them as needed. Building a space of trust is so important as their...
Rosanna can also help with: Hospice services, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
CPR
Nancy K.
Fitchburg, MA
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been providing care for over 20 years. I have experience with Alzheimer's and Dementia care, ADL's, transportation, errands, cooking and cleaning.
Nancy can also help with: Hospice services, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
I have work with elders with dementia. I have helped with daily activities such getting ready and showering.
Meaghan can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, personal care
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
I know how to do vital signs, transfer with hoyer lift, blood sugar checks. Care for irritated dementia patients.
Jacqueline can also help with: Live-in home care
Skills:
CNA
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
2022 Companionship- elderly woman (early onset dementia): socialization, stimulation, grocery shopping, outings, preparing meals
2021 PCA + Companionship- elderly gentleman (Parkinson's, mild cognitive impairment, mobility deficit); assist out of bed AM/into bed PM, application/removal/cleaning external sheath catheter,...
Tina can also help with: Companionship, errands, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, personal care & more
Skills:
CPR
Nelly L.
Fitchburg, MA
$10-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
I worked with adult and senior for 6 years now. I am very reliable compassionate and caring person. I can help with ADL's, companion, meals, dressing, feeding..... etc. I have also have an experience with dementia elder's.
Nelly can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, personal care
Experience working with children, elder community and people with physical and mental disability. My experience in health and human services is of 25 years. I started off working in early childhood development, I worked in a classroom for 10 years. I later went back to school and obtained a CNA/HHA certification. I also obtained...
Selene can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, dementia, personal care, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
Rebecca M.
Fitchburg, MA
$13-28/hr
Hello! I am patient and understanding. I have cared for my memiere - that's grandma in French. She has dementia, therefore I understand how difficult it can be. I learned how to help my memiere with these types of issues.
I have worked with individuals who have mental illness, children, and animals.
I am willing to do many...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
HELLO!
Ive been a nursing asst. since 16 years old. Worked in many different settings, roughly 5 years at a nursing home and 6years home care. Ive had my CNA license for many years. I'm CPR certified. Experienced with Hospice, dementia, Alzheimer's, And also patients with MS. I have experience with colostomy bags, catheters...
Hailey can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Hailey has worked for my family six years now. Just last year my mother and father needed more care I made Hailey the lead aid. She took a lot of my shoulders! Taking care of hiring and firing, training and the scheduling of aids! Just a blessing. Would highly...
Julie H.
Hi, my name is Cindy. I have had over 10 years experience. Working with the elderly is very rewarding to me. Giving them the care, love and understanding they need is a great feeling, I feel like I am giving back somehow.
I have worked with people with cancer patients, dementia, diabetes just to name a few. I also do hospice...
Cynthia can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia & more
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have experience in home care and nursing home facilities/hospitals. I am currently employed by a local urgent care facility and I am a member of the emergency management department for my city.
I decided to join care. com when I realized facilities thrive on numbers, and I rather provide quality care. I believe all patients...
Paula can also help with: Respite care, visiting nurse, dementia, live-in home care, hospice services, personal care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
5.0
"My sister and I hired Paula to care for our 93 yr. old father. We feel like we won the lottery finding Paula!
Our father agrees. She's caring, experienced and reliable. We would highly recommended Paula for any care giving situation"
Sheila W.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I graduated nursing school in 1998 and have always worked in home care even prior to graduation as a home health aide. When I became a registered nurse I worked on a medical surgical unit for 3 years. After being understaffed, I knew I needed a change and turned to what I loved, assisting individuals in their home. I worked as a...
Kelley can also help with: Personal care, respite care, visiting nurse, dementia, hospice services
5.0
"Kelley took care of my brother who has Muscular Dystrophy. He needed care on all levels from showering, shaving to g-tube, ventilator and stoma care. Kelley did all of this and still had time to neaten up the house. Though Kelley and my brother are from completely...
Evan W.
Mandy W.
Ashby, MA
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have 25 years of experience caring for and assisting the elderly population. I started out 35 years ago as a young girl wanting to be a home care nurse because my great grandmother had viting nurses. At 14 I started my journey by going to a vocational high school and studying the care of patients who required assistance. I was...
Mandy can also help with: Hospice services, live-in home care, companionship, dementia, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Licensed Nurse
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Mandy helped take care of my wife just before she ended up being admitted into hospice care. She was very helpful and caring, we were lucky to have her help us. I would hire her again."
David R.
Leslie K.
Townsend, MA
$18-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
Personal Care Attendant Looking For Full-Time/Part-Time Work
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a college graduate with a degree in Human Services. I operated my family childcare business for almost 18 years. The economy failed and I was offered a position working with an elderly couple. Sometimes the highlight of a persons day is reminiscing. I have great communication skills but I also listen. My grandmother needed...
Leslie can also help with: Dementia
5.0
"Leslie cared for my father for a little over two years, who had become bed bound with ALS. His condition was complicated by being ventilator dependent and having a feeding tube. During that time she helped to assemble and manage a team, maintain a high quality of...
Geoffrey M.
Hello! My name is Elizabeth and I am looking to work in my breaks between college! I am certified in CPR, first aid, Stop the Bleed and dementia care. I am a CNA and a HHA as of 2022 and am a 1st year nursing student!
Elizabeth can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, dementia, errands
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
I am a Patient Care Assistant. I have worked privately in the homes of my clients for the last 10 years. I've mostly worked with Seniors with Dementia/Alzheimer's. I also have been a companion to many so that families can have a break and know their loved ones are being cared for and entertained. I also clean, prepare meals,...
Anne can also help with: Dementia, errands, meal prep, transportation, light cleaning
I have 16 years experience working in a memory care unit with people struggling with dementia. I care for people as if they were my own family and how I'd want them treated. I'm passionate about senior care, reliable, trustworthy, patient and empathetic.
I'm able to provide both physical and emotional support to clients.
I can...
Laurie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, errands
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a PCA and worked in many nursing homes over the last 8 years, I love caring for our senior population and understand the unique challenges that come with caring for the elderly. I have formal training in medication admittance including medication refusals, as well as dementia and other memory loss. I have also worked...
Rachel can also help with: Personal care, live-in home care, home modification, hospice services, respite care, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
I cared for a woman who has since passed on, she was a beautiful and caring 80+ year old with a great sense of humor, in the beginning stages of dementia. I love the connection with older folks and how they share what life used to be like and much history comes up in conversation. I have the patience and charisma to handle their...
Laura can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, errands, dementia, meal prep, companionship & more
I graduated from the Red Cross CNA program in 2012. I am CNA/HHA certified by the state of Massachusetts. I currently work per diem in an assisted living facility. I have been there for the last 10 1/2 years. I have worked there full time and part time through out that time period. I work in Reflections which is our...
Tiffany can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care, meal prep, dementia, companionship, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
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Recent dementia care reviews in Fitchburg, MA
Hailey R.
5.0
Hailey has worked for my family six years now. Just last year my mother and father needed more care I made Hailey the lead aid. She took a lot of my shoulders! Taking care of hiring and firing, training and the scheduling of aids! Just a blessing. Would highly recommend.
- Julie H.
Paula R.
5.0
My sister and I hired Paula to care for our 93 yr. old father. We feel like we won the lottery finding Paula!
Our father agrees. She's caring, experienced and reliable. We would highly recommended Paula for any care giving situation
- Sheila W.
Kelley H.
5.0
I hired Kelley last year when my 95 year old grandfather came to visit for a few weeks. Kelley was excellent. She helped bath him, put lotion on him, she gave him light massage, and took him for walks. She additionally helped change a bandage he had. She was very kind which put my grandfather at...
- Claudia S.
Mandy W.
5.0
Mandy helped take care of my wife just before she ended up being admitted into hospice care. She was very helpful and caring, we were lucky to have her help us. I would hire her again.
- David R.
Leslie K.
5.0
Leslie cared for my father for a little over two years, who had become bed bound with ALS. His condition was complicated by being ventilator dependent and having a feeding tube. During that time she helped to assemble and manage a team, maintain a high quality of care which included keeping his...
- Geoffrey M.
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FAQs for finding dementia care near you in Fitchburg, MA
What is the basic concept of dementia care near me in Fitchburg, 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 Fitchburg, 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 Fitchburg, 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 Fitchburg, MA is $19.10.
How can I find dementia care near me in Fitchburg, 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 Fitchburg, 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 Fitchburg, 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 Fitchburg, 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 Fitchburg, MA?
When you’re interviewing a caregiver for in home care for dementia near you in Fitchburg, 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.