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Brooke U.

Portland, CT

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$17/hr
4 years experience
Dementia
light cleaning
meal prep
errands
I am very familiar and comfortable with seniors and those with dementia or cognition issues. I currently work as a social worker at a long term care facility where the majority of the population have some kind of delay. I am reliable and kind, and love to listen to stories.
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Part-time Caregiver Available

Portland, CT

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
personal care
hospice services
Hello! My name is Jess. I am an experienced, caring and dependable PCA/CNA. Excellent professional references. Clean background. 20 plus years in medical field. My rate is 30. 00-40 an hour. I have worked with Alzheimer's/dementia, psychiatric, hospice, TBI patients as well as cancer and stroke patients for many years. Thank...
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Dementia/Memory Care And Companion

Glastonbury, CT

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Dementia
light cleaning
respite care
meal prep
transportation
+ 1 more
Friendly, energetic and conscientious caregiver with nine years experience in dementia and elder care (long term with three families) Assists with day to day care and activities to provide a pleasant and safe environment. Offering assistance with personal activities, meal prep, light housekeeping, transportation and medication...

Kim M. says "Courtney is working for us now. She is reliable, kind, responsible, dependable.... in a nutshell she is wonderful. She cares for my mom who has dementia. And...

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Grace K, A PCA With 10+ Experience.

Glastonbury, CT

5.0(1)
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$32/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Dementia
personal care
visiting physician
hospice services
Greetings, my name is Grace. I have been a caregiver for over 10 years. My passion for taking care of the elderly started at a very early age. My grandmother took care of me and my siblings when my mother passed in my childhood. Whenever I am with a client I have feelings of warmth and family. In this way l believe I am...

Amy B. says "Grace is a wonderful person and caregiver to my mother. She would listen to my mothers needs, and get them right away. Aging at home is not easy for our...

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A Loving And Dedicated Person.

Middletown, CT

5.0(1)
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$26/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
errands
light cleaning
hospice services
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello Everyone! I Love to do gardening. also Certified Personal caregiver and a former home health aid. Experience with memory care! Dementia and Alzheimer's for many years, look forward to hearing from you!

Care Member says "We have a special needs son who she did a great job watching. She was patient and knew when he needed to take a walk etc. "

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Certified Dementia Specialist Caregiver

Newington, CT

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
live-in home care
respite care
personal care
hospice services
I am a Home Health Aide (HHA) with 16 years of caregiving experience and certification as a Dementia Specialist. My work with private employers and home-care agencies has provided me with expertise in: - Personal care assistance (bathing, dressing) - Meal preparation and feeding support - Monitoring vital signs (blood pressure,...

Dave L. says "Doreen helped care for my elderly mother for several years. She was wonderful & I would highly recommend her."

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Senior Caregiver

East Berlin, CT

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$22/hr
3 years experience
Companionship
errands
personal care
meal prep
respite care
+ 1 more
I looked after my mother who had Alzheimer's for 10 years while also providing care and companionship to other seniors with varying needs. For example, I performed advocacy, financial tasks and was general and medical POA for a centenarian, while, for other elders, I was just their trusted friend and helper. After my mother...
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Glastonbury, CT

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Companionship
errands
light cleaning
hospice services
meal prep
+ 1 more
5 years of senior care experience. Experience with Alzheimer and dementia Reliable transportation Speak Spanish
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Middletown, CT

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Dementia
light cleaning
meal prep
live-in home care
transportation
+ 1 more
Hi! I am Noxolo, I go by Noxy. I am positive & confident young lady have experience hospice life ending patients, dementia patients, companionship, bed bound patients. I have certificate Home health Aide, PCA. I am patient, caring, considerate, attentive and self motivated. I provide service with everyday tasks and personal...
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Experienced Caretaker From Europe

Newington, CT

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Live-in home care
I started to do care-giving at 1997. I like elderly, they are like little kids who needs special care and love. Originally I am from Europe, from Estonia. I raised up six children, they are all grown up and they own. I have very good references and experiences. I am very good cook, sewing is my hobby, home is always clean. So,...
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Caregiver/medical/activity Companion/cook/clean

Middle Haddam, CT

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Companionship
errands
meal prep
light cleaning
personal care
+ 1 more
I am looking to provide friendship, care, and fun to an elderly individual or couple. I have some medical skills and knowledge as an RN, but I have not worked in that capacity for many years. I managed a food prep store for 9 years and more recently have provided private in home care for clients with mobility issues, cancer, or...
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Licensed Caregiver For Seniors

Rocky Hill, CT

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$22/hr
3 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
meal prep
live-in home care
mobility assistance
+ 1 more
With over 5years of hands-on experience in assisted living, home health, and memory care, I am a dedicated and compassionate senior care professional committed to improving the quality of life for older adults. I specialize in supporting seniors with daily living activities, medication management, mobility assistance, and...
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Reliable And Trustworthy

East Hampton, CT

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
errands
light cleaning
hospice services
live-in home care
+ 1 more
Hello, I am a caring and dependable caregiver with experience in everything from companionship, doctor visits, budget shopping, cooking healthy meals, exercising to improve range of motion, memory care, dementia, gardening, light housekeeping, bathing, grooming, laundry, and all forms of activities of daily living. Reach out to...
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Newington, CT

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have worked the last 10 years as a live in caregiver. My clients were the elderly with dementia, Alzheimer's, patients recovering from nursing homes or just companion.
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PCA And Former OTA With CPR Certification

Middletown, CT

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$25/hr
6 years experience
Companionship
errands
light cleaning
hospice services
meal prep
+ 1 more
PCA and former Occupational Therapist Assistant and CPR certified. Experienced with dementia, stroke, amputees, etc. Seeking employment to help your loved one with activities, exercise, doctor appointments, cooking, cleaning, bathing and fall prevention. Also helping assit with purposeful goals to improve their independence....
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Middletown, CT

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$17/hr
4 years experience
Dementia
personal care
home modification
Hi! My name is Morgan and I have a passion for older adults and love spending time with them. I have had the opportunity to work as a direct support professional for adults with varying developmental and intellectual disabilities as well as experience in an assisted living facility for individuals with Alzheimer's and dementia....
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Nurse Looking For Private Care Helping People Of All Ages.

Newington, CT

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$35/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
errands
light cleaning
hospice services
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am a nurse of 22 years experience in many fields including dementia care, psych for both adults and children. I am looking for a private care job and would be willing to help any age groups with whatever their current needs are. I'd describe my personality as caring, reliable and trustworthy I'm looking for a job that could...
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Exceptional Care / Companion

Wethersfield, CT

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$11/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
light cleaning
respite care
personal care
hospice services
Have been in the medical field for the last 25 years. I have a vast amount experience with complex medical patients and dementia. I enjoy caring for others.
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Dementia
personal care
light cleaning
Experience EMT/CNA Caregiver. Worked w Dementia, Alzheimer's, Stroke L/R, Behavioral, Hospice, Disabled. Over 30 years experience. Great work ethics and always on time! Committed & Reliable!!

Laura O. says "Zina is in a word AMAZING. She is kind and compassionate, warm and friendly and always goes above and beyond. My family hired her to care for my 82 year...

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Middletown, CT

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
errands
light cleaning
hospice services
live-in home care
+ 1 more
I have 20 years experience .. I have worked doing private duty with patients with many different aliments such as cerbal palsey dementia, Parkinson's disease.... I have also work 5 years at Essex meadows a nursing home.. I also work now at a Middlesex hospital for 5 years in a Critical care unit. And now I work at Hospital of...

Care Member says "Anita showed up on time. Parked her car in a safe place which would made it easy for me to get into. Anita's job was to assist me at my son's wedding...

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  • 60 dementia care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $23.50/hr as of June 2025

Recent dementia care reviews from local parents in Portland, CT

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

Courtney N.

Courtney is working for us now. She is reliable, kind, responsible, dependable.... in a nutshell she is wonderful. She cares for my mom who...

- Kim M.

Grace K.

Grace is a wonderful person and caregiver to my mother. She would listen to my mothers needs, and get them right away. Aging at home is...

- Amy B.

Leanne O.

We have a special needs son who she did a great job watching. She was patient and knew when he needed to take a walk etc.

- Care member

FAQs for finding dementia care near you in Portland, CT

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 Portland, CT, you can review the profiles of different caregivers to see what specific types of dementia care they provide.

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 Portland, CT is $23.50.

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 Portland, CT to learn more about each provider’s rate and level of experience, as well as the responsibilities they’re willing to take on.

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 Portland, CT, we strongly advise you to do your own due diligence by running an independent background check and requesting references.

When you’re interviewing a caregiver for in home care for dementia near you in Portland, CT, 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.

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