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Dementia care in Freeport, ME
Mary P.
Auburn, ME
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello, I have been a caregiver for 10 years. I have experience with Dementia, Alzheimer's, Stroke and Hospice Care patients. I'm compassionate, very patient and dependable. I've always gotten along great with all my clients. I love talking with them and hearing all their stories.
Mary can also help with: Companionship, errands, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia & more
5.0
"Mary was so good with my mother with Dementia. Mom was not always easy to handle but Mary found a way with her quiet and sweet personality to befriend her and get her necessary needs met. Mary was always on time and communicated well in the daily log."
Care member
Merril A.
Portland, ME
$35-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Home Health Care Registered Nurse; Big Smile & Holistic Approach
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Combined 25 yrs registered nurse, chaplain specializing in home health, geriatrics, dementia/alzheimer's, chronic health issues, home care, assisted living, transportation, food planning, errands, cooking, respite, mvmnt/exercise support, organizing medication routine, emotional & spiritual support, elder depression, fear, mood...
Merril can also help with: Dementia, companionship, errands, hospice services, mobility assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
Wound Care
5.0
"My dad lived with Parkinson's & dementia, he was difficult and hostile at moments. Merril handled him w/perfection, humor and lots of successful moments. She helped him with all his personal and emotional needs. Here ability to be flexible with his needs was...
Elaine I.
5.0
(2)
I am an Occupational Therapist with 20+ years of experience primarily with older adult and geriatric population (very comfortable with dementia clients) in a multitude of settings including 10+ years of home care. I can provide assistance with personal care (bathing, dressing, grooming), carryover with home exercise programs,...
Alexis can also help with: Errands, dementia, meal prep, companionship, home modification, hospice services & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"She is compassionate, dependable, patient, caring, HIGHLY knowledgeable in her field SHE CARED FOR MY HUSBAND FOR OVER TWO YEARS! We grew to love and appreciate her and her qualities! She became one of the family"
Care member
Ronni D.
South Portland, ME
$30/hr • 4 yrs exp
I have been taking care of a woman with dementia for the last 9 months and thoroughly enjoy spending time and making sure she is well taken care of in my care. Unfortunately she is going into a home and I would love to give my attention to someone else who needs a companion to care for them.
Ronni can also help with: Light cleaning, mobility assistance, dementia, companionship, meal prep, errands & more
Jillian J.
Falmouth, ME
$35-45/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have a lot of experience with my grandmother who is now 90 years old! I find myself able to connect well with the elder. I enjoy listening to them and keep a conversation. As well as, allowing them to have their quiet time. The only thing I am not very experienced with is dementia. However, I am sure that I could adapt to it.
Jillian can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, meal prep, errands
I've worked in both Independent and Assisted Living facilities for the majority of my career. Including multiple years at the Southern Maine Agency on Aging. I earned my ME. state Personal Support Specialist certification nearly a decade ago. I've done course work in Behavioral Health which I believe makes me a more dynamic...
Candy can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, hospice services, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Hi. I'm Maddie. I am 31 and have experience in multiple areas but am growing in my current field of in home caregiving. I managed a retail store for 4 years and then began working for an in home care agency where I learned to care for those with many different ailments including dementia, diabetes, Parkinsons, severe arthritis,...
Madeline can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, companionship, mobility assistance, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
My passion in life is to care for those who are looking for some extra support. I have extensive experience in care giving to the elderly. Some of my experience is but is not limited to, nursing homes, private home care, group home care, behavioral health care etc, hospital bedside care.
I was always told that I am a caregiver...
Margaret can also help with: Dementia, home modification, meal prep, transportation, errands, light cleaning & more
Looking to provide seniors in the area with assistance and companion care for their activities of daily living. I have experience caring for my grandmother with dementia and a desire to make the lives of seniors more connected and social!
Sara can also help with: Dementia, respite care
I have over 15 years experience working with elderly. Experience with dementia and Alzheimer's, in facility and private duty. Happy to help with housekeeping and meal prep. Comfortable with pets. Enjoy reading with clients and conversation when they are comfortable.
Looking for more than 4-5 hour shifts at a time.
Robin can also help with: Respite care, meal prep, hospice services, errands, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
Rebecca C.
Portland, ME
$20-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
I love working with seniors! I currently work in the activities department a memory impaired unit in an assisted living facility. I work doing sensory activities with residents who have dementia. I teach exercise, bring them to appointments, and provide fun companionship!
Rebecca can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, personal care
I've been previously worked in nursing homes, boarding homes and client homes providing support with personal care and needs for dementia, Alzheimer's and post surgery care patients.
Rebecca can also help with: Respite care, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Hello my name is Madina, Let me just say I know how scary it must be to leave the care of your loved once to a complete stranger you meet on an app. I can share a few things about myself to ease that worry. I have been working in the health care field for about 5 years now. I am CPR/First aid trained, I worked at clover health...
Madina can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, light cleaning
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Renee C.
Sabattus, ME
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Compassionate Caregiver Who Believes Laughter Is The Best Medicine
For over a decade, I have devoted the majority of my career to senior care, specializing in dementia patients. With compassion as the light that guides me, I have navigated the complexities of memory loss, offering unwavering support and comfort to those entrusted in my care and their family members. My experience has honed...
Renee can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, home modification, meal prep, hospice services, dementia & more
I have very little experience working directly with the elder generation, but I am polite and compassionate and would love to just hang out and talk or run errands. My grandmother was recently diagnosed with dementia, and I know how helpful it is to be around people. I would love to support you in any way I can!
Jessica can also help with: Errands, transportation
PSS certified with the state of Maine. I have over 20 years of Experience with dementia, Alzheimer's, CHF, Strokes, Parkinson's disease and many more. I am reliable and dependable
Karen can also help with: Mobility assistance, dementia, hospice services, personal care, companionship, respite care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Hello! My name is Missy. I am 52 years of age, with two grown children. I was born in Bath, Maine and currently live here as well.
I started getting in to caregiving by taking care of my grandmother at 81 years of age, who had dementia, and had had a stroke. She required complete care with bathing, eating, and all daily living...
Melissa can also help with: Transportation, respite care, dementia, errands, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Janis C.
Auburn, ME
$14-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi there! I am a Licensed Practical Nurse for 13 years. I currently work with individuals with Alzheimer's and dementia and am a certified dementia trainer. I have a varied nursing history and am comfortable with all kinds of people. I like books and music and can pretty much talk to anyone. I have raised my family and am...
Janis can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning, respite care, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
Holly M.
Cape Elizabeth, ME
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am an Occupational Therapist with over 20 years of experience. I have experience with memory issues, dementia, home safety, mobility, ADLs and fall prevention. I enjoy cooking, gardening and will do light housekeeping.
I am also an End of Life Doula.
Holly can also help with: Meal prep, errands, companionship, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
I am a certified caregiver and CIPSS.
From a senior home, where we have residents from all walks of life. We have a memory care unit in the community as well, where we have 20 residents dealing with different stages of dementia. I absolutely love every single one of my residents. working where I did work has opened my eyes to...
Railyn can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, hospice services, errands, dementia, light cleaning & more
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Recent dementia care reviews in Freeport, ME
Mary P.
5.0
Mary was so good with my mother with Dementia. Mom was not always easy to handle but Mary found a way with her quiet and sweet personality to befriend her and get her necessary needs met. Mary was always on time and communicated well in the daily log.
- Care member
Merril A.
5.0
My dad lived with Parkinson's & dementia, he was difficult and hostile at moments. Merril handled him w/perfection, humor and lots of successful moments. She helped him with all his personal and emotional needs. Here ability to be flexible with his needs was superior.
Merril was here when the...
- Elaine I.
Alexis W.
5.0
Our family worked with Alexis for almost a year, to help my mother-in-law. She came highly recommended and lived up to the hype. Alexis is: extremely reliable and trustworthy; knows how to build strong rapport; has great expertise in the health care system to help navigate medical issues as they...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding dementia care near you in Freeport, ME
What is the basic concept of dementia care near me in Freeport, ME?
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 Freeport, ME, 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 Freeport, ME?
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 Freeport, ME is $30.00.
How can I find dementia care near me in Freeport, ME?
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 Freeport, ME 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 Freeport, ME?
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 Freeport, ME, 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 Freeport, ME?
When you’re interviewing a caregiver for in home care for dementia near you in Freeport, ME, 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.