Find Top Memory and Dementia Care Near Me in Hamden, CT

Compare 60 dementia care providers in Hamden offering in-home memory care, daily support, and specialized caregiving. Compare rates and reviews to find the best fit.

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Danaysia P.'s Photo

Hamden, CT

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$18/hr
8 years experience
Companionship
mobility assistance
meal prep
dementia
live-in home care
+ 1 more
I am a dedicated and compassionate caregiver with over eight years of hands-on experience providing high-quality care to individuals in need. My background includes working with clients in home care settings, hospice care, and supporting individuals living with dementia and other cognitive conditions. I take pride in creating a...
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Michele M.'s Photo

Someone To Watch Over You ...and Those You Love

Hamden, CT

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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Companionship
live-in home care
light cleaning
dementia
hospice services
+ 1 more
I am a CT registered CNA with 30+ years experience in private care who takes initiative on my chosen cases, open to new challenges and willing to learn. I am committed, reliable, trustworthy, calm, compassionate. I possess excellent communication and organizational skills, excellent cooking and housekeeping skills. I love pets...
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Donna W.'s Photo

Hamden, CT

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Dementia
personal care
meal prep
errands
live-in home care
+ 1 more
Making a difference in someone's life is why I became a caregiver. With three years of experience, I provide respite care, live-in care, and support with errands, shopping, and personal care. I am also comfortable with light housekeeping, meal preparation, and dementia care. I adapt to changing routines and handle confusion with...
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Darlene B.'s Photo

Hamden, CT

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
30 years experience
Companionship
meal prep
light cleaning
dementia
hospice services
+ 1 more
For over 30 years, I've been dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of adults and seniors through compassionate care. As a Certified Nursing Assistant with CPR Training, I provide respite care, personal care, and home health services. I am also skilled in dementia care, medical management, and mobility...

Deborah S. says "Miss Darlene was one of the most kindest person I've ever met...no exaggeration...she's thoughtful, careful, thorough, and knows her stuff. "

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Dziya G.'s Photo

Hamden, CT

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$28/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
companionship
errands
dementia
Making a difference in someone's life is what drives me. With three years of experience, I'm passionate about supporting the well-being and independence of adults and seniors. My previous roles have shown me the importance of providing reliable care for families. I strive to create a comfortable environment for care recipients,...
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Rosemond K.'s Photo

Hamden, CT

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
5 years experience
Companionship
meal prep
light cleaning
dementia
hospice services
+ 1 more
Making a real difference in people's lives is what drives me. For the past five years, I've dedicated myself to providing compassionate and comprehensive care to adults and seniors. My background includes a college degree and CPR Training. I am adept at mobility assistance, personal care, light housekeeping, meal preparation,...

Eric A. says "Very professional, caring and friendly person to work with. My grandmother always request for her service anytime she needs help and the quality of her...

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Breanna F.'s Photo

Hamden, CT

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$40/hr
3 years experience
Dementia
live-in home care
light cleaning
errands
hospice services
+ 1 more
Supporting the well-being and independence of seniors is my true passion. As a Registered Nurse with three years of experience, I provide compassionate, detail-oriented care tailored to your loved one's unique history and preferences. My services include medical management, dementia support, mobility assistance, and daily living...
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Samantha F.'s Photo

Hamden, CT

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$20/hr
27 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
hospice services
+ 1 more
My journey as a caregiver is fueled by a deep passion for supporting the independence and well-being of seniors. With 27 years of professional experience, I bring a patient, calm, and detail-oriented approach to every home I enter. As a Certified Nursing Assistant, I am dedicated to providing compassionate care, including...
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Reliable And Caring Helper For Errands & Senior Support

Hamden, CT

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$17/hr
Meal prep
errands
live-in home care
light cleaning
Hello! My name is Teresa, and I am a caring, reliable, and detail-oriented person who enjoys helping others in their daily lives. I speak Spanish fluently and I am currently learning English. Families describe me as kind, trustworthy, and organized. I can provide support with errands such as grocery shopping, laundry...
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Christella J.'s Photo

West Haven, CT

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Companionship
light cleaning
hospice services
dementia
home modification
+ 1 more
My name is Christella. I graduated from Nassau Community College with my associate in Liberal arts. I have 9 years of experience working as a home health Aide and one year working as a nursing assistant. I used to work on the tracheostomy floor and I had patients with tube feeding, thickening, and all types of diet plus kosher....

Reginald R. says "Christella was as wonderful as I had expected she'd be from our first call. I was looking for someone who was intelligent, strong, intuitive, hard...

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Neilwattie A.'s Photo

New Haven, CT

4.2(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Companionship
meal prep
live-in home care
dementia
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have experience working with, Dementia, Alzheimer's, Bedridden, Wheelchair Bound, Companionship etc. I have 19 plus years of experience with elderly. I take care of my clients like I took care of my own parents. I'm a CNA/ HHA/PCA with 19+ years experience. I'd describe my personality as loving, caring and patient I like...

Care Member says "Anita is a wonderful caregiver, she took great care of my mother. She made sure my mother took her meds, ate and kept her safe."

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New Haven, CT

4.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Personal care
dementia
live-in home care
hospice services
I have experience aiding people with showering and with bed baths. I have reminded people to take their medications. I've aided people with personal care, and helped them with cooking and feeding. I have experience helping people with hover lifts, wheel chairs, and hospital beds. I have 20 years of experience with Alzheimer's,...

Michal R. says "Karina took care of my mother in law 5 days a week for 4 months. She was very competent and kind, and she developed a wonderful rapport with my mother in...

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Loving , Caring, Attentive, Fun filling

Ansonia, CT

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
meal prep
live-in home care
dementia
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Personal grooming, Experience in : Alzheimer, Dementia, Bedbond, cancer care, COPD, oxygen, diabetes. Prepared meals, do laundry. And always keep a safe and clean environment for my clients. Do games with then , take walks. In home exercise. Encourage water intake.

Care Member says "My husband, his brother and I were responsible for taking care of their great aunt, a woman in her 90’s with advanced mental and physical health...

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Nickeshia M.'s Photo

New Haven, CT

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience
Respite care
dementia
home modification
personal care
hospice services
I have 10+ years working as a certified nursing assistant. I am very reliable, punctual, passionate, hardworking, dependent and caring. Am very experience with checking vital signs, medication prep and meal prep. I've work with Alzheimer's and Dementia elders. I'm passionate about making people very comfortable and involved as...

Care Member says "Excellent care and personality "

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Lorraine P.'s Photo

West Haven, CT

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$17/hr
Transportation
dementia
light cleaning
respite care
meal prep
My father cared for my grandfather full time for 6 years, and I provided respite care so that my dad could have a break. My grandfather suffered from dementia and could not be left alone. There are so few services available to the elderly, and I would love to support your family to ensure that your senior family member is safe...
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Ranyelis E.'s Photo

New Haven, CT

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$29/hr
8 years experience
Errands
meal prep
light cleaning
Hi, my name is Ita! I'm currently a second-year Speech-Language Pathology student and clinician working toward becoming an SLP. Through my clinical placements, I've gained experience working with individuals with traumatic brain injuries (TBI) and cognitive-communication needs. I also lead an atypical neuro-aging group focused...
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Rachel R.'s Photo

North Branford, CT

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$25/hr
1 year experience
Dementia
transportation
respite care
errands
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi there! My name is Rachel and I am a 29-year-old who's been working as a caregiver for over 10 years. My primary positions have been in childcare, though I have had some experience caring for seniors as well. I have experience providing companion care, meal prep, light housework, transportation, mobility assistance, and...
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Caring Home Health Aid/ Companion

Beacon Falls, CT

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
specialized care
meal prep
dementia
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Jen. I provide excellent care to the senior community. I enjoy what I do and I treat my clients like family. I am flexible, dependable, trustworthy and personalize each case depending on the needs of the client. I have over 10 years experience working with clients that have dementia.
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Elyssa C.'s Photo

New Haven, CT

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Companionship
personal care
mobility assistance
dementia
meal prep
+ 1 more
My name is Elyssa. I am 26 years old I am a mom to a 2-year-old boy. My career as a caregiver started in 2016 as just a family caregiver to my elderly grandmother with dementia. After she passed on In 2022 I felt the need to continue on the same journey as I felt strongly about taking care of others how I did my own family as I...
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Ava J.'s Photo

Cheshire, CT

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$22/hr
3 years experience
Transportation
errands
meal prep
light cleaning
Supporting the independence and well-being of seniors is my true calling. My commitment to this work is deeply personal, as I provide full-time care for my grandmother living with Parkinson's and dementia. With three years of experience, I offer a patient, calm, and compassionate presence to those I serve. I hold CPR Training...
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  • 60 dementia care are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $25.00/hr as of October 2026

  • The average star rating for rated dementia care is 5.0

Recent dementia care reviews from local families in Hamden, CT

Dementia Care in Hamden, CT are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed dementia care

Darlene B.

Miss Darlene was one of the most kindest person I've ever met...no exaggeration...she's thoughtful, careful, thorough, and knows her stuff.

- Deborah S.

Rosemond K.

Very professional, caring and friendly person to work with. My grandmother always request for her service anytime she needs help and the...

- Eric A.

Christella J.

Christella was as wonderful as I had expected she'd be from our first call. I was looking for someone who was intelligent, strong,...

- Reginald R.

Helpful information on dementia care in Hamden, CT

Dementia care in Hamden, CT is designed to support individuals experiencing memory loss, cognitive decline, or conditions such as Alzheimer’s. Care often includes help with daily activities like bathing, dressing, meal preparation, and medication reminders, along with supervision to ensure safety. Many caregivers also provide companionship and structured routines to help reduce confusion and anxiety. You can learn more about Alzheimer’s and dementia care and what support typically involves.
The average cost for dementia care in Hamden, CT as of October 2026 is $25.56 per hour. Rates can vary depending on the level of care needed, such as part-time support versus full-time or overnight care. More advanced care needs, including mobility assistance or behavioral support, may increase the overall cost.
To find a qualified dementia caregiver in Hamden, CT, families often compare providers based on experience with memory care, reviews, and availability. It’s helpful to ask about specific experience with dementia or Alzheimer’s, communication style, and how they handle behavioral changes. Exploring options like memory care services can also help you find the right level of support. Interviews and trial visits can help ensure the caregiver is a good fit.
Families in Hamden, CT often consider dementia care when a loved one begins to show signs of memory loss, confusion, or difficulty managing daily activities. Early support can help maintain independence and safety, while more advanced care may be needed as the condition progresses. Understanding the stages and differences in dementia can help guide this decision.
Yes, many dementia care providers in Hamden, CT offer in-home services. This allows individuals to remain in a familiar environment, which can help reduce stress and confusion. In-home care can be customized to provide part-time assistance, full-time support, or overnight care depending on your family’s needs. Comparing options like memory care vs. home care for dementia can help determine the best setting.
Before hiring dementia care in Hamden, CT, consider asking about the caregiver’s experience with memory care, training, and approach to handling behavioral changes. You may also want to discuss scheduling, safety protocols, and how updates will be communicated. Creating a structured approach with a dementia care plan can help ensure consistent and effective support.

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