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Hello,
My name is Catherine and for the past 3 years I have been caring for a couple with dementia and Alzheimer's in their home exclusively.
Myself and one other day caregiver, took care of all aspects of care for them, including meals, laundry, errands, shopping, bathing, administering medication and transportation to...
Catherine can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, personal care, dementia, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
CPR certification, over 10 yrs experience with elder care, includes dementia, ostomy care, medication administration, I've worked in nursing homes, assisted living, and private care. I love the elderly. They deserve the very best for retirement
Melinda can also help with: Hospice services, errands, meal prep, dementia, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
CNA
5.0
(2)
It would be my honor to care for you or your loved one with dignity and compassion. Capabilities include supportive care, light housekeeping, shopping or running errands, meal preparation, companionship, engagement, and transportation. Medication, grooming, bathing, dressing, and continence cues or assistance. Assist to stand or...
Beth can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, dementia, errands, mobility assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Beth gave us a knowledgeable, honest, very useful assessment of our situation. "
Care member
Catherine G.
Groveland, MA
$24-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Mature, Dependable, Excellent Communication. College Educated. Compassionate And Nurturing.
5.0
(1)
Mature, Dependable, Excellent Communicator. College Educated. Compassionate and Nurturing.
I have extensive experience in Elder Homecare specializing in; Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, Dementia, CHF, TBI and Diabetes.
I understand that the elderly have needs that must be individually gauged and constantly adjusted and that it...
Catherine can also help with: Personal care, dementia, light cleaning, errands, meal prep
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Wound Care
CPR
5.0
"Catherine cared for my elderly mother, a Parkinson’s patient for over two years. Catherine’s level of care and attention to detail is top notch! She is smart, creative, kind-hearted and compassionate! I highly recommend Catherine!!!"
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a certified nurse assistant for several seniors on a part time and full time basis over the past 13 years. I truly care about a persons quality of life and respect the fact that people have boundaries. I believe in always making sure my client feels they are in control, this helps to preserve their dignity. I enjoy...
Rebecca can also help with: Hospice services, errands, dementia, companionship, live-in home care, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
5.0
"I have worked with Becky for over 6 months, on an exceedingly difficult case on all aspects. She is exceptional at dealing with ADL's, housekeeping, personal care, transfers, medication administration/planning, and mental/emotional issues. She is one of the best...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi everyone,
I am a well experienced caretaker, I done mind running errands, taking you shopping or anything you might need, My main care taking back ground is with dementia and Alzheimer patients. I love to help and I'm very patient. Please reach out so we can chat. I also have experience with neuropathy and helping with...
Michelle can also help with: Errands, dementia, meal prep, hospice services, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Michelle is incredible. She's very flexible to our crazy schedules and is an excellent cook, companion, and helper. In the short time she's been helping us, she's made a tremendous impact in our lives. I truly can't say enough nice things about her."
Paul W.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been a caregiver for Seniors for over 12 years. I am an outgoing, kind and compassionate person who enjoys caring for people and doing what I can to make their lives a little easier.
I'm certified in:
Alzheimer's/ Dementia and in
Caregiving- personal care skill trained.
I can help with:
Bathing/Dressing
Help with...
Rhonda can also help with: Dementia, mobility assistance, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, companionship & more
5.0
"Our family had the extreme pleasure of hiring Rhonda for our nearly 90 y.o. Mom who recovered at home from a fractured Tibia, a.k.a. shin. While the 12 wk. NON WEIGHT BEARING treatment plan had it's own challenges, Mom's Dementia added insult to her injury....
Lisa O.
Lilyana T.
Haverhill, MA
$15-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am 20 years of age, I am a CNA and PCA. I'm very friendly, respectful, cautious, gentle, caring, etc I can go on. I have experience with people with disabilities, Alzheimer, dementia etc. I take my job very seriously. you become part of these peoples life and they depend on you. You also have to analyze the patient, check for...
5.0
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have over 10 years of experience taking care of the elderly,
Special needs
Dementia, handicapped and children . I can prepare meals, light housekeeping, drive to appointments , errands etc.. looking for a part time job I'm very patient and kind, I have plenty of references
Suzanne can also help with: Errands, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, home modification & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"She is very caring. She would go above and beyond extra care. My Mom loved her. We would highly recommend her."
Joline B.
5.0
(3)
Hi.. Are you seeking someone who is organized and friendly? As a caregiver, I have in-depth knowledge of caring for our seniors. Knee-hip replacements, physical challenges, geriatrics, and dementia. I have strong experience in assisting clients to live a dignified life and carry out routine tasks. Meet people's interests and...
Lois can also help with: Meal prep, respite care, personal care, light cleaning, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Lois is a treasure! After I had my surgery, I was lucky to have hired Lois. She was always on time, kept me moving and exercising when I didn’t want to. She made my meals and kept me on my diabetic diet, all the time reminding me to take my pills and was a great...
Care member
Ericka L.
Newburyport, MA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
CNA-HCT, I Am Looking For Part Time Overnights. I Am Flexible With Times 8pm-8am Or 11p-7a. Or Contact Me And We Can Discuss Your Needs And How I Can Assist You With This.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been a CNA for 26 years and also hold a certificate as a Health Care Technician and I am currently in Nursing school. I have been employed with a Health Care Agency for the past 10 years. My background is very diverse I have done private duty as well as working in nursing home settings and hospitals. My experience is in...
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Ericka has done a wonderful job caring for our elderly mom! Ericka is experienced, compassionate, professional and trustworthy. Any family would be fortunate to have Ericka on their care team!"
Audrey J.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have had many years experience working in nursing homes and as a Certified Home Health Aide and have always found it to be very fulfilling. I've also had a lot of experience with dementia I have also worked as an assistant to the Director for my town's Council on Aging. I find it very rewarding to help those who have lost the...
Kathleen can also help with: Meal prep, personal care, errands, light cleaning, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Kathy is extremely kind and my Mom loves her! She always puts in the extra effort to make her a special meal or bring her to the park or even just walk the gardens in my Moms home. She follows instructions for meds and other care and is very reliable. Kathy has a...
Traci C.
Sheila P.
Atkinson, NH
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a 54-year-old mom with a 24-year-old son with special needs. I've had the opportunity to take care of my elderly mother-in-law (we moved her in with us) who had dementia and then suffered a stroke. After she passed away, my mom who had COPD moved in with us and I was able to take care of her until she passed away from...
Sheila can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, transportation, respite care
5.0
"Sheila is an excellent caregiver. She is kind and thoughtful and has an upbeat and fun personality. She does all of the required job tasks faithfully and takes initiative with tasks and ideas and is willing to do extra helpful things. She has been working for me...
Amy A.
4.6
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 28 years of experience working as a CNA with the Elderly . working in nursing homes , home health care agency, and private duty jobs. I Cared for many dementia and Alzheimer patients. Early to late stages.
I am a dependable, compassionate, and loving caregiver/ companion. Always Willing to go above and beyond to...
Lori can also help with: Errands, companionship, light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Lori is exactly the kind of person you want caring for your loved one. She is kind and gentle, patient and encouraging! She has such a wide scope of skills, which really worked for us because as time went on and our grandfather required more time and attention, we...
Danielle F.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
With 20 years of experience of nursing home care and private home care, I am interested in taking care of your loved ones. I have extensive experience with dementia/Alzheimer's and I can provide you with several references.
Angela can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, hospice services, light cleaning, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Angela is a wonderful caregiver. She has the knowledge, experience and compassion necessary to provide top-flight care. She always goes above and beyond. I highly recommend her."
Joanne D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 12 years of experience in personal care. Experience with dementia and Alzheimer's. I am able to help with Transportation, Meal Preparation, Medication prompting, medication preparation, companionship, and light house cleaning. I am a natural caregiver and enjoy helping others very much.
Heidi can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, companionship, light cleaning, errands
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Heidi was life-saver time and again for our family during the years she helped care for our widowed dad, who was living somewhat independently in a senior retirement community but in great need of assistance because of his deepening dementia and other occasional...
Hans S.
5.0
(2)
I've been a certified CNA and HHA for over 30 yrs. I have worked with stroke victims, clients with dementia, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's disease and COPD. I assist with meal prep, feeding, bathing , dressing, laundry, and light housekeeping. I can also do range of motion, drive to Drs appointments, hair salon, shopping and run...
Kathleen can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, companionship, errands, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Kathy took care of my aunt, who had Parkinson's, for five years. She was not only caring and always looking out for the comfort and welfare of my aunt, she also had an abundance of experience - knowing how to administer proper care in many situations. This was a...
Care member
Previous LNA
Homecare and Hospice experience
Geriatric care
Dementia
Adolescent /ADHD
ASD
Emotionally disturbed
Autism
RBT training
Theresa can also help with: Companionship, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
CNA
Melody R.
Haverhill, MA
$15-25/hr
I am a young 65-year-old woman with a total of seven years experience with 2 different stroke survivors. I also have some experience with an elderly woman with dementia. I feel that caring for the elderly is very rewarding and would like to work with the skills I have acquired. I pride myself on being compassionate and...
Melody can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, errands, mobility assistance, light cleaning, dementia & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As a Licensed Nurse Assistant and Certified Dementia Practitioner I also have a degree in Social Work and worked as a Care Manager for 10 years in geriatric home care agency. I currently am working independently with the elderly while my three children are home and am looking to expand my services. I am available for all levels...
Mary can also help with: Respite care, visiting physician, hospice services, dementia, home modification, personal care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
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Recent dementia care reviews in Merrimac, MA
Beth D.
5.0
Beth is caring, engaging, honest and truly listens. She is very very trustworthy, competent, and professional. Beth was flexible and understanding of the nuances and particularities of our home and aged elder needing care.
- Care member
Catherine G.
5.0
Catherine cared for my elderly mother, a Parkinson’s patient for over two years. Catherine’s level of care and attention to detail is top notch! She is smart, creative, kind-hearted and compassionate! I highly recommend Catherine!!!
- Care member
Rebecca R.
5.0
Becky is an outstanding caregiver who took great care of my mother for two years. In addition to taking my mom to many appointments, Becky kept her engaged and active on a daily basis – she took her out for walks, out to lunch, and to the theater. She sang with her and they talked all the time....
- Anne N.
Michelle O.
5.0
Michelle is incredible. She's very flexible to our crazy schedules and is an excellent cook, companion, and helper. In the short time she's been helping us, she's made a tremendous impact in our lives. I truly can't say enough nice things about her.
- Paul W.
Rhonda D.
5.0
She has been wonderful willing to stay late when necessary
- Victoria T.
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FAQs for finding dementia care near you in Merrimac, MA
What is the basic concept of dementia care near me in Merrimac, 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 Merrimac, 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 Merrimac, 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 Merrimac, MA is $26.50.
How can I find dementia care near me in Merrimac, 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 Merrimac, 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 Merrimac, 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 Merrimac, 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 Merrimac, MA?
When you’re interviewing a caregiver for in home care for dementia near you in Merrimac, 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.