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Carol D.

Mature, Responsible, Reliable CNA/HHA With 14 Years Of Experience Caring For Seniors In Their Homes.

Melrose, MA

from
$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
light cleaning
meal prep
personal care
My professional experience ranges from companionship to caring for seniors with Alzheimers, Parkinsons Disease, Stroke and Frontal Lobe Dementia. Experienced with IV/Picc Line Infusions and Wound Vacs. I am a gourmet cook and can communicate with doctors and other relevant medical staff with ease. I am organized and have been...
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CNA/Home Health Aide/Caregiver To Provide Care And Laughs For Your Loved Ones

Melrose, MA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
**As of 2. 13. 21 I am fully vaccinated against covid-19 and can provide the CDC verification card. I have provided personal and home care and companionship as a CNA/Home Health Aide for 12+ years, certified from the Commonwealth School of Nursing. I have provided care for a variety of clients that include dementia,...
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I Just Love Working With Elderly Helping Them With Their Needs, It Is Rewarding !

Medford, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
4 years experience
Personal care
companionship
light cleaning
live-in home care
meal prep
+ 1 more
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.

Susan N. says "She is a hardworking individual, with great care for the people she works with."

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Lynn, MA

3.7(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
companionship
dementia
errands
home modification
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Robin and I am a registered nurse. I am looking for a part-time or fill-in position. I have many experiences, including but not limited too; dementia/alzheimers, cerebral palsy, G/Jtubes.

Amy C. says "Robin is someone who is very reliable and has an enthusiasm for helping others. I have had the pleasure of knowing Robin for over 5 years and she is a very...

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Allston, MA

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
18 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
companionship
dementia
hospice services
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Have a decade of dedication to senior care, supporting adults and seniors well-being and independence. I am patient, professional, and detail-oriented. I provide live-in home care, experience in hospice care and end of life care, home health, personal care, carthader care, wound care, Alzheimer's and Dementia care, light...

Care Member says "Anne is working in a large team, which I am currently supervising. She is an excellent, reliable and detailed-oriented caregiver. Anne handled Hoyer...

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Compassionate, Supportive, Reliable.

Medford, MA

4.2(1)
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$19/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Meal prep
companionship
dementia
errands
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am a reliable, caring and supportive caregiver with 10+ years of experience caring for elderly and vulnerable adults. I provide excellent client care and work well dementia and Alzheimer and physically challanged clients. I am friendly and compassionate with excellent interpersonal communication skills.

Care Member says "Laila provided care for my father for a couple of months while he was recuperating from a fall. She is extremely kind, caring, and reliable. She really...

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Full Time Caregiver Available

Waltham, MA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Dementia
hospice services
personal care
respite care
I'm a Certified Nursing Assistant and I have 11 years experience. I have worked with patients with stroke, diabetes, Alzheimer, dementia and Parkinson. I enjoy working with seniors because I learn a lot from them and they make me appreciate the little things in life. I can monitor medication, help with exercise, meal...

Susan B. says "Adela cared for my Dad the last few months of his life. My Dad had severe dementia and Parkinson's. No matter how difficult the situation, Adela was...

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Available For Companionship, Transportation, And General Care.

Danvers, MA

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Mobility assistance
companionship
dementia
light cleaning
live-in home care
+ 1 more
There is something extra special about caring for members of our aging population. Their knowledge, values, and beliefs hold a very special place in my heart. I provide a caring, loving, and patient approach to time with clients. My experience includes, but is not limited to, companionship, meal prep, light housekeeping, and...

Care Member says "Two years ago I was looking for someone to care for my then 96 year old mother. I was tired, emotional and burned out. My mom is a strong-willed,...

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20 Plus Years Experience In All Levels Of Care

Waltham, MA

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Dementia
home modification
hospice services
personal care
respite care
I have over 30 years experience working as a caregiver and manager of care in private homes, assisted living, and nursing homes. I have specialized training working with individuals with Alzheimer's and related dementia. I am a CNA (certified nursing assistant). I have reliable transportation and can do medicine management,...

Stanley L. says "Nancy is highly experienced, compassionate and skilled. She cared for my wife during a very challenging period of her Alzheimer's care, which involved...

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Cambridge, MA

4.0(0)
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$40/hr
10 years experience
Specialized care
companionship
dementia
hospice services
mobility assistance
+ 1 more
I have worked in Long term care , Assisted living and home care that is providing care at home to elderly . I'm a Compassionate Caregiver with expertise in comforting and supporting senior citizens in residential settings. Empathetic to the needs of residents, responding respectfully. Skilled in memory care and in methods of...
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Danvers, MA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
6 years experience
Companionship
dementia
light cleaning
meal prep
mobility assistance
I'd describe my personality as a caring and passionate caregiver I like caring for seniors because I feel like they could be my mother or grand mother, grandfather, as I am really care for my loves one. I'm looking for a job that have respect for what I am doing, and I can learn from it I started caring for seniors when...

Care Member says "A lot of good skills, team work, great communication etc"

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Part Time Jobs

Brookline, MA

5.0(1)
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$40/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Dementia
live-in home care
personal care
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...

Josephina K. says "Mr. G. is the most responsible person i ever met. Nice and warm person "

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Arlington, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
personal care
I have worked for over 10 years taking care of seniors. I am available all day and night Saturday and Sunday. I have experience with people with Parkinson's and dementia. I am hoping to find a job that I can build a close relationship so we can enjoy the companionship. I am a reliable person, pleasant and compassionate. I enjoy...

Care Member says "Lillian cared for my mother for a brief time. We would have liked to have kept her longer but my mother's mental condition deteriorated. Lillian was...

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Malden, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Visiting nurse
companionship
dementia
hospice services
mobility assistance
+ 1 more
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...

Care Member says "Ghislaine took care of my mother for several years. She was always kind, conscientious, and reliable. I highly recommend her!"

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Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
companionship
dementia
errands
home modification
+ 1 more
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...

Care Member says "Addis has been a wonderful presence at our home. She is highly professional, reliable, pleasant, caring and kind. She gives good suggestions and follows...

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Catherine M From Narragansett, RI

Boston, MA

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
errands
light cleaning
meal prep
transportation
Hello! My name is Catherine and I am an experienced CNA with CPR/BLS certifications. I previously worked on a geriatric unit at a psychiatric hospital and I currently work at an inpatient hospital where I deliver medical care and assistance with bathing every day. I have an abundance of experience working with patients with...

Dianne L. says "Professional in appearance, conversation and communication. My mother is 96 and wheelchair bound, required transferring from wheelchair to bed, bathing,...

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Certified Nursing Assistant

Danvers, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Dementia
personal care
I am a certified nursing assistant with over 10 years of experience. I have had the opportunity to work in both private homes and large facilities like assisted live-ins. I am well-versed with conditions like Alzheimer's and dementia, and also dealing with those who just need a little assistance to make their lives comfortable....

Bill C. says "Patricia worked with me in caring for my wife who recently passed away. I needed help that would be exceptional due to the need in caring for my wife. In...

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Compassionate And Caring Companion

Woburn, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Mobility assistance
companionship
dementia
errands
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! Im Melissa, a 42-year-old stay at home mom of 10-year-old twins who are in school. I am looking for some part time work that is flexible with the school year calendar in regards to school holidays and vacation weeks. While I have no medical training for elder care, I do have a good amount of experience with elderly family...

Michael P. M. says "I can't recommend Melissa enough. She was fabulous at engaging my father, as well as problem solving when urgent issues arose. Melissa has a kind,...

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Household Assistance For An Individual, Couple Or Family

Reading, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
3 years experience
Companionship
dementia
errands
meal prep
Experienced senior companion. Available for overnight supervision. Organizing, shopping, meal preparation, transportation, please contact me for more information and telephone interview. Currently available Monday - Thursday I am non smoking, energetic golf enthusiast, easy going and patient. I enjoy cooking and sharing meals....

Care Member says "Susan came in time each day she was visiting my father. She stayed in contact with me as the week progressed when it seemed appropriate. She responded...

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CNA

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
companionship
dementia
errands
home modification
+ 1 more
Hi I'm a nurse assistant (CNA )with 25 years of experience. I'm HHA, PCA, CPR & FIRST AID certified. I've worked 9 years in a nursing home. I have experience with Dementia, Alzheimer, & Parkinson's patients. The reason I love to take care of the elderly is because it allows me to give back to families by being a helping hand....

Alex V. says "Kenia is one of the most loyal, honest, understanding, caring person I've ever known. In 2007 she took me into her house with my 3 year old daughter, helped...

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  • The average post rate is $30.00/hr as of April 2026

Recent dementia care reviews from local parents in Melrose, MA

Dementia Care in Melrose, MA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed dementia care

Gladys B.

She is a hardworking individual, with great care for the people she works with.

- Susan N.

Robin C.

Robin is someone who is very reliable and has an enthusiasm for helping others. I have had the pleasure of knowing Robin for over 5 years...

- Amy C.

Anne M.

Anne is working in a large team, which I am currently supervising. She is an excellent, reliable and detailed-oriented caregiver. Anne...

- Care member

Helpful information on dementia care in Melrose, MA

Dementia care in Melrose, MA 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 Melrose, MA as of April 2026 is $30.00 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 Melrose, MA, 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 Melrose, MA 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 Melrose, MA 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 Melrose, MA, 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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