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60 dementia care are listed in Melrose, MA
The average rate is $21/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby dementia care is 8 years
Dementia care in Melrose, MA
5.0
(1)
I have been working for over the 10 years, I have experience with different tast, I have worked with different clients, I have experience with dementia person, Parkinson, hospices care and many more, I m comfortable with pet.
Immaculate can also help with: Live-in home care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
CPR
Holly G.
Danvers, MA
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Available For Companionship, Transportation, And General Care.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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...
Holly can also help with: Light cleaning, mobility assistance, dementia, live-in home care, meal prep, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"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, independent, with life time of being in-charge kind of person, and of course she did not think she needed help. I found...
Care member
Mary M.
Burlington, MA
$21-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.8
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My names are Mary. lam a certified Home Health care giver trained by Ref Cross . I have experience of more than 10 years as a home health aide working mostly with the elderly in their homes and in facilities sometimes. Most of the clients I've worked with are dementia / Alzheimer's patients and many other.
I am dependable, very...
Mary can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, dementia, live-in home care, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
4.0
"That Mary is very trustworthy, knows what she is doing and has had a very long experience in care-giving."
Jennifer K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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...
Melissa can also help with: Companionship, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, mobility assistance & more
5.0
"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, can-do attitude, and a down-to-earth nature."
Michael P. M.
3.7
(3)
I am a trained HHA, soon to have CNA and pharmacy tech.
I love caring for elderly or people and those who are who are physically challenged. I specialize in dementia patients.
I am a trained musician, love to read to people, spend time outside and generally keep their life happy and fulfilled. Mature and reliable.
Myra can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, dementia, errands, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Myra is the person you want to find when looking for a caregiver, especially for someone with dementia or other elderly needs. She is honest, hardworking, and relentlessly focused on improving the quality of our mother’s life from A to Z: comfort, hygiene, diet,...
Joel N.
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: Light cleaning, mobility assistance, meal prep, dementia, companionship, 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.
5.0
(5)
I am a dedicated, compassionate , reliable and trustworthy caregiver with 10 plus years of experience of taking care of elderly patients in their homes . Committed to improving the overall wellbeing and health through personal care . In the past 10 years I have taken care of stroke patients , patients with dementia and patients...
Joshua can also help with: Errands, hospice services, light cleaning, live-in home care, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Joshua is responsible dependable kind and gentle. He was willing to come when I needed him outside his regularly scheduled hours
I knew I could count on him to do a great job taking care of my husband. I highly recommend him"
Louise G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am currently still a HHA with 10 years of experience and counting. I genuinely just really enjoy spending time interacting and helping seniors and generally just anyone in need of an extra hand. I am very easy going, love socializing of course when appropriate. I am extremely empathetic, compassionate, patient and...
Justine can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Justine is reliable, kind, professional, intelligent and she is doing this job for all the right reasons. When she is with this senior she is focused on giving patient, good care. She notices things that need attention and she communicates with the team...
Linda W.
5.0
(1)
I am an experienced senior companion. If you or a family member are looking for PART TIME help with organizing, shopping, meal preparation, transportation & supervision, please contact me for more information and telephone interview. Hours can vary & be flexible. I am an active golfer, easygoing, non smoking, energetic 55yo...
Susan can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, errands, dementia
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I am delighted to provide a glowing reference for Susan, who has been an exceptional caretaker for our 73-year-old mother. Susan's dedication to her role goes above and beyond our expectations.
She consistently ensures our mother's well-being by accompanying her...
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have a vast experience caring for seniors. I have worked for patients with dementia, diabetics, MS, g-tubes, wounds, Parkinson's and many other diseases. I have also had clients who just need companionship. My strengths are care management. I take care of everything from personal needs, doctors appointments, household chores,...
Nina can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, live-in home care, personal care
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Nina is an wonderful caregiver. She is pleasant, kind, professional and very competent. We couldn't have ask for anyone better to care for our mother the past 2 months. My family felt like she was heaven sent to help my mother stay in her home after she became...
Christine F.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been a companion/caregiver since 2017 for ladies with dementia. I love dogs & cats. I love to cook and am an excellent cook. I will do light housework, laundry, grocery shopping, errands, take to Dr appointments, movies etc . I am very patient, compassionate, trustworthy. dependable, funny and love to chat and I am really...
Cathy can also help with: Personal care, dementia
5.0
"Cathy has worked for 2 years taking care of my 91 years old mother who has dementia. My mom lives alone, with her small dog Petunia. Cathy cooks meals, does groceries, takes mom to doctors appointments, does light housework and laundry, as well as anything else...
Eliza G.
Maxie G.
South Boston, MA
$20-30/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have worked in Assistant Living since High School. I moved to Boston June 1st. 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 plan a monthly schedule full of activities. I help the CNA's transfer from room to room and...
Maxie can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, 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.
4.5
(2)
I'd describe my personality as kind, caring, and easy to get along with.
I like caring for seniors because they have done a lot for this world and now they need the help.
I'm looking for a job that I feel as though I have helped someone.
I started caring for seniors when 8 years ago.
In my spare time, I like to spend time...
Amy can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, mobility assistance, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
4.0
"Amy is a true animal lover! She will treat your puppy/dogs like they are her own. She genuinely loves dogs.. my
Dog absolutely adores her. I’ll say do you want to see Amy and his ears perk right up.. I highly recommend Amy as a dog sitter!! She goes above and...
Care member
4.7
(12)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Dedicated, Dependable Caregiver, I worked for an agency for the past 8 yrs. I pride myself on being quick to learn new skills and adapt to situations. Assist with daily living, meds reminders, Dr appointments, laundry, baths, meals, companionship. Depends on Client's needs. I am experienced with clients who have Cancer,...
Kristen can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, home modification, companionship, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Kristen is one of the most reliable and hard working individuals I've ever had the pleasure of knowing. She is strongly motivated at completing any tasks she sets when it comes to work and life in general. Kristen is someone who always uplifts individuals around...
Nick G.
5.0
(12)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
My name is Kathy and I live in Lexington, Mass. My passion has always been to care and nurture the elderly, and have been doing it for over 30 years. I worked in nursing homes for several years before becoming a private companion. I have cared for stroke, dementia/ Alzheimer' s patients , MS patients and those ill with cancer. I...
Kathy can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, personal care, dementia, meal prep, mobility assistance & more
5.0
"It was so difficult to find suitable care for my elderly and sickly parents in their 90's who are now deceased. Most of those that we hired were fired as they were terrible. Stay away from overpriced agencies who send unqualified, uncaring and undependable...
David G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello My name is Mary, I have a BA in Public Health . I have 15 years of experience providing health care support to a wide variety of patients ranging from patients with dementia and Alzheimer's , developmental disabilities and other challenges to hospice care for the elderly.
I enjoy providing in home care services for the...
Mary can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, respite care, home modification, live-in home care, personal care & more
5.0
"Mary came at nights to help with my dad. She's very friendly, always willing to strike up a conversation! Every morning, she made sure that my dad had a bath and had clean clothes and teeth before leaving. Plus, my 4 year old would just wait by the door for her...
Suzie L.
Robin C.
Lynn, MA
$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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.
Robin can also help with: Home modification, dementia, errands, hospice services, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
5.0
"Robin is very professional at her job she helped with caretaker needs for my elderly mother. Also robin was extremely helpful with chores and things around the house as for as upkeep. Robin also ran errands and took my mom to her appointments very punctual and...
Victor J.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I'm a nurse assistant (CNA )with 21 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....
Kenia can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, errands, companionship, home modification, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Kenia took care of my father who had Alzheimer's. It was a great fit from the start. Her energy and enthusiasm is contagious. She is one of the only caregivers, besides my mother, that my dad tolerated. And she and my mom became good friends. If only we had found...
Gia L.
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: Meal prep, companionship, errands, mobility assistance, light cleaning, dementia & 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.
Anne W.
Woburn, MA
$22-24/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(15)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I am a private Health care giver I am a passionate flexible and healthy person who loves what I do by making different in people's lives to value in a supportive environment promoting the health independent and social interaction of senior and treat everybody equal by there human rights I have 19 years of experience certified...
Anne can also help with: Light cleaning, live-in home care, companionship, dementia, home modification, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Anne is extraordinary competent, dedicated and compassionate. She will provide the best care possible for your loved ones"
Linda C.
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Recent dementia care reviews in Melrose, MA
Holly G.
5.0
Two years ago I was looking for someone to care for my 96 year old mother. My mom is a strong-willed, independent, with life time of being in-charge kind of person; and of course she did not think she needed help. I found Holly on care.com. She came in and with her kindness, grace and respect,...
- Linda B.
Mary M.
4.0
That Mary is very trustworthy, knows what she is doing and has had a very long experience in care-giving.
- Jennifer K.
Melissa D.
5.0
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, can-do attitude, and a down-to-earth nature.
- Michael P. M.
Myra M.
5.0
Myra is the person you want to find when looking for a caregiver, especially for someone with dementia or other elderly needs. She is honest, hardworking, and relentlessly focused on improving the quality of our mother’s life from A to Z: comfort, hygiene, diet, entertainment, laundry, shopping,...
- Joel N.
Diane M.
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.
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FAQs for finding dementia care near you in Melrose, MA
What is the basic concept of dementia care near me in Melrose, 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 Melrose, 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 Melrose, 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 Melrose, MA is $21.00.
How can I find dementia care near me in Melrose, 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 Melrose, 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 Melrose, 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 Melrose, 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 Melrose, MA?
When you’re interviewing a caregiver for in home care for dementia near you in Melrose, 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.