Find Top Dementia Care Near Me in Poughkeepsie, NY
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60 dementia care are listed in Poughkeepsie, NY
The average rate is $22/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby dementia care is 7 years
Dementia care in Poughkeepsie, NY
5.0
(1)
I have years of experience working in nursing homes, and private residence! I have experience in wound care, Hospice, Alzheimer's , Dementia, light housekeeping, meal prep, medication assist, medical appointments,..
Latarra can also help with: Live-in home care
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Latarra is a very nice person, she's understanding & caring. When she does her job she does it well."
Daniella L.
I am a well trained compassionate caregiver available to care for your loved ones. I am PCA Certified, I have experience working with the elderly, young adults and children ages 5-15. I have worked with individuals, with Alzheimer's, dementia, strokes, seizures, autism and other developmental disabilities.
-I have my own...
Tremaine can also help with: Personal care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
(2)
I've been caring for seniors for over 10 years, at all stages of life. I have experience with Alzheimers/ dementia patients especially. I am healthy and strong, I have stellar references as I am reliable, have common sense and compassion. My interests are gardening, bird watching, dogs and anything nature. I'm kind and funny....
Heather can also help with: Companionship, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"We hired Heather to care for our 90 year old Mom . Heather is extremely kind, reliable and engaging! We loved the relationship she developed with our Mom and was very encouraging to engage my Moms mind and body, as Mom had dementia . They became a comedy team and...
Care member
Monique R.
Wappingers Falls, NY
$21-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am a loving, caring, hard working person looking for a family to work along with to give aid to their loved one. I will go above and beyond to ensure my client is well taken of. I have over 10 years experience working with patients who has dementia, alzheimers, ALS, parkinsons, diabetes, bed bound and special needs. I...
Monique can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Agrey B.
Highland, NY
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(8)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
My name is Agrey. I am a Certified Nurses Assistant (CNA) and a Medical Technician. I have been working in health care for over 30 years. I worked in Nursing Homes. Putnam Hospital Center and in people's homes caring for the sick and elderly.
I have experience working with Patients with Alzheimer's, Dementia, Diabetes, Cancer,...
Agrey can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, errands, hospice services, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Wound Care
5.0
"We were nervous because we had never had a caregiver in our home before. But when Agrey arrived, she immediately bonded with my Dad (the patient) and put the whole immediate family at ease. Her kind and loving care of my Dad seemed to have no limits, even when his...
Jo H.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Linda. I have about 10 years of experience in elder care. I am PCA certified, and I love what I do.. I treat people in a way that I would like to be treated, with honesty and respect. I consider myself to be a kindhearted person. I am very considerate of others peoples feelings. I am very responsible and...
Linda can also help with: Respite care, personal care, dementia
5.0
"Awesome job. Looking forward to working with Linda again!"
Gail N.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Responsible and loving caregiver with over 7 yrs experience in private home care. Proficient in providing exceptional in-home support to patients with a wide range of disabilities, illnesses, and other health related challenges. Experience in alzheimers, dementia, COPD, cancer, hospice care, falls, etc.. I am comfortable and...
Jennifer can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, dementia, mobility assistance, companionship, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
5.0
"Wonderful caring person. Took (and takes) great care of my Mother! Also a wealth of information with elder care."
Care member
I have 22 years of experience in this field. I have taken care of a variety of different elders such as people with diabetes, renal failure, cancer, COPD, Alzheimer's, dementia, diabetes, M. S. as well as ALS heart failure and variety of physical and mental disabilities. I can operate a hoyar lift, I have also worked with...
Christine can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, mobility assistance, personal care, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Samantha D.
Pleasant Valley, NY
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello, my name is Samantha, and I have over a decade of experience providing compassionate care for seniors and individuals with disabilities.
I worked extensively in private home care, assisting with tasks including cooking, meal prep, light house cleaning, running errands, mobility assistance, bathing, dressing, feeding, and...
Samantha can also help with: Meal prep, errands, dementia, transportation, light cleaning
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Danielle W.
Wappingers Falls, NY
$15-50/hr • 15 yrs exp
Nurse Looking To Help With Caregiver Strain. You Deserve A Break!
I'd describe my personality as witty, funny, and compassionate.
I like caring for seniors because our healthcare system has many flaws. No one should be struggling with obtaining their basic needs because they don't have help. As a case manager, I hear stories daily about how seniors cannot find help.
I'm looking for a job...
Danielle can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, dementia, errands, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Tanya M.
New Paltz, NY
$22-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Tanya . I'm 28 years seeking a caregiver/nanny/housekeeper position. I have 5 years experience with children under the age of 10 and 12 years experience with elderly. I have my associates degree in human services and bachelors in social work. I'm willing to travel anywhere in NYS and have plenty of references...
Tanya can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, home modification, errands, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
experienced in various elderly health issues like Dementia, Parkinson, Huntington disease, Diabetic, Chronic COPD. I had 18 years of being a provider of Adults in my own home under Elant and Lutheran Foster Care Center. I was also a Home Health Aide under Putnam Hospital Center 30 years ago.
Zenia can also help with: Personal care, companionship, mobility assistance
Skills:
CPR
I have been working with companionship for over 11 years. I work with many dementia and Alzheimer's clients. I try to make them feel as independent as a possibly cook so they don't lose their self-worth and I just love working with people.
Marcie can also help with: Errands, respite care, light cleaning, transportation, meal prep, dementia & more
Hello my name is Sheri
I have over 10 years homecare experience. I am available for days/overnights. Experienced with dementia, Alzheimer's, stroke, cancer, edema, Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Use of Oxygen, gastrostomy tube.
I can provide transportation to and from appointments, run Errands, provide companionship,...
Sheri can also help with: Personal care, light cleaning, dementia
Nicola C.
Wappingers Falls, NY
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Certified Nursing Assistant Available For Part/time Or Full-time Work.
Honest, patient, hard working and reliable. Work in geriatric facility for 10yrs with case of dementia, Alzheimer etc.
Nicola can also help with: Dementia, personal care
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
CNA
I am a certified experienced caregiver with great references looking for a family to work along with to provide excellent care for their loved one. I have over 30 years of experience working with patients who has dementia Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, dementia, diabetes and much more. I love me job and I do it toy very best. I also...
Vivene P can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, dementia, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
I have experience care giving with older adults in residential settings who have conditions such as dementia, developmental/intellectual disorders, cerebral palsy, and more.
I'd describe my personality as creative, genuine, and curious.
I like caring for seniors because I love helping others, and I find seniors to be great...
Benjamin can also help with: Errands, dementia, companionship, light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Sharifa D.
Marlboro, NY
$15-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as compassionate, loving and caring
I like caring for seniors because I believe person who are patient should venture in this field of job. I am a patient person and believe that I should treat everyone with respect regardless of their age and illness. I am very compassionate so this led me to care...
Sharifa can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, transportation, companionship, errands
Skills:
CNA
I have taken care of patients with dementia and brain damage and always make sure I follow care plan babysit since I was young, I am the oldest of 7 children and have a child of my own.
Jestine can also help with: Dementia, mobility assistance, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Chamara H.
Wappingers Falls, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
A certified nursing assistant with 10 years of experience ready to love && nurture your loved one :-). Experience with dementia/Alzheimer's mechanical bed heart failure companionship feeding /showering && so much more . If you're looking for a trustworthy and reliable caregiver I am your person . I would consider myself...
Chamara can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, errands, companionship, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
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Recent dementia care reviews in Poughkeepsie, NY
Latarra N.
5.0
Latarra is a very nice person, she's understanding & caring. When she does her job she does it well.
- Daniella L.
Heather W.
5.0
Heather cared for my mom with love and compassion. She made my mom laugh and engaged her in conversation that was relevant to my mom. For example, she asked my mom questions about her childhood, France, our dad and us. She made sure mom ate, was clean and took her outside for walks. My mom called...
- Care member
Agrey B.
5.0
Agrey is everything you need and also many things you didn't know you needed. There were times when we were uncertain and Agrey's wisdom and loving presence held it all together. A team of us friends came together to care for our decades-long elderly neighbor who had no family to care for her. I...
- Care member
Linda O.
5.0
Linda was an absolute wonderful caregiver to my elderly mother. Her vast senior care experience helped countless times, and it was obvious she really cared for my mom. She is 100% dependable and would even come in the middle of the night to her aid if necessary. My mother loved her and she was/is...
- Michael E.
Jennifer M.
5.0
Wonderful caring person. Took (and takes) great care of my Mother! Also a wealth of information with elder care.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding dementia care near you in Poughkeepsie, NY
What is the basic concept of dementia care near me in Poughkeepsie, NY?
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 Poughkeepsie, NY, 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 Poughkeepsie, NY?
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 Poughkeepsie, NY is $22.86.
How can I find dementia care near me in Poughkeepsie, NY?
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 Poughkeepsie, NY 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 Poughkeepsie, NY?
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 Poughkeepsie, NY, 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 Poughkeepsie, NY?
When you’re interviewing a caregiver for in home care for dementia near you in Poughkeepsie, NY, 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.
Ratings for Poughkeepsie, NY dementia care listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Dementia Care in Poughkeepsie, NY are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews of the 60 listed dementia care.