Find Top Dementia Care Near Me in Santa Cruz, CA
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52 dementia care are listed in Santa Cruz, CA
The average rate is $21/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby dementia care is 4 years
Dementia care in Santa Cruz, CA
Hi everyone. I have worked in child care for years and never considered senior care until recently. This past year I have heavily cared for my grandparents as my grandfather has been diagnosed with severe dementia. I have quickly learned a lot of skills when it comes to caring for seniors. Dealing with this through caring for my...
Jade can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, transportation
Nicole C.
Santa Cruz, CA
$30-45/hr • 7 yrs exp
Available For Companionship, Housekeeping, Meal Prep And Transportation.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Gave loving care for two elderly ladies their last year of life.
Assisted in mental and physical exercise.
Helped in daily tasks that proved difficult due to severe Alzheimer's and Dementia.
Provided transportation to appointments and outings.
Cared for an 85-year-old man. Mostly concentrated on meal prep, light housekeeping...
Nicole can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, errands, personal care, meal prep, dementia & more
Recent reviews:
5.0
I found Nicole on Care.com in August 2018. She was hired to assist my elderly 84 year old Uncle with his daily needs. My Uncle is mobile and takes care of his basic needs but needed help with his meals, laundry, and light cleaning. Since my aunt's passing, this was...
Ryan C.
Susannah M.
Santa Cruz, CA
$16-21/hr • 2 yrs exp
At the moment I am a nanny one day a week for a 1-year-old girl. I have previous experience working as a caregiver for a dementia patient. I have 9 and 17-year-old girls.
Susannah can also help with: Transportation, light cleaning, meal prep, errands
I shared the care of our elderly parents including mom with dementia up until their passing during Covid-19. Before that my caregiving was extensive with children and babies, also animals.
Sheila can also help with: Transportation, respite care, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, errands & more
I have experience taking care of seniors as I was helping with my grandmothers as they aged. I also worked at a dementia senior facility in Health Services for a year, aiding the nurse at the beginning of the pandemic. Seniors hod a special place in my heart and have so many stories to tell. Helping your loved one will also help...
Kennedy can also help with: Transportation, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia
I have had the honor and privilege of caring for multiple family members that had cancer, chronic back issues and dementia. I would like to combine my personal training certification and my desire to keep seniors active. I can relieve the daily caregiver during their break and take your senior for walks or help implement...
Julianne can also help with: Dementia, companionship
Skills:
CPR
Hello my name is Hannah! For most of my life I have always cared for others. I have always connected well with Seniors! My favorite people in my life were my 4 grandparents. I spent a lot of my life caring for my own grandparents as they got older or suffered from early Dementia. I learned a lot from them which opened the doors....
Hannah can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, transportation, dementia
I'd describe my personality as honest
Friendly and happy person
I like caring for seniors because there's not enough caregivers and also I love help others.
I'm looking for a job that make me grow up my experience
I started caring for seniors when my mom's best friend got sick and I used to take care of her.
In my spare...
Josefina can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, hospice services, errands, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
Wound Care
Olivia L.
Santa Cruz, CA
$16-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Olivia! I'm a rising junior, studying Global and Community Health at the University of California Santa Cruz, and I'm hoping to find more work this summer! I'm currently employed at the home health-care company, as a living and community support aide for disabilities. I worked as an aide for two families in Santa...
Olivia can also help with: Dementia, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services, respite care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Thania O.
Santa Cruz, CA
$20-30/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Thania. I've been in the medical field since 2012. I am currently a Medical Assistant. I've worked with patients who have dementia/Alzheimer's, Parkinson's disease, strokes and mostly elderly patients. Some of my responsibilities in the past have been patient personal hygiene, bathing, feeding, transferring,...
Thania can also help with: Hospice services, personal care, respite care, dementia
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
CNA
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been a caregiver from 2012 to current.
I do it all. Memory Care Specialist.
I care for my client with patience and treat him or her with dignity. I am a Registered Caregiver with the State Of California.
I do the cleaning for my client or clients home to make sure that it is done throughout.
If my client or clients...
Donna can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, mobility assistance, errands, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Home Health Aide
Hello, my name is Ashlynn and I am a 2nd year student at UC Santa Cruz. I have always loved spending time with those who are older and wiser than me. I was extremely close with my grandmother and acted as her part time care giver while she battled dementia and other diseases during hospice. In addition to working with my...
Ashlynn can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, transportation, errands, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 6 years of experience. I have worked with dementia, you never run out of something to talk about patience is a virtue. Diabetic it's all about balance, what we put in our body truly comes out in someway. Colostomy bags it's not much different then changing diaper. Legally blind doesn't mean disabled always. Stage 4 cancer...
Aimee can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, dementia & more
5.0
(2)
Hello my name is Lilian. I grew up with my elderly grandmother who suffered from dementia. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren. She liked to clean the house and sometimes I would help her and we would go for walks and even build forts together. I loved my grandmother and spending time with her was always delightful....
Lilian can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, errands & more
Recent review:
5.0
She’s really great with all age of kids she does great activities and is outgoing! She has years of experience she’s a great sitter!
Care member
Aloha. I've been a caregiver many years, now. I got my start when my late husband became ill with terminal cancer, and since, have found I have an affinity for it.
As some examples of my experience, I have worked with a quadriplegic male, a woman both pre- and post-op with double hip replacement surgery, a man that was injured...
Sherri can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, errands, companionship & more
Memory care and dementia , cancer patients and End of Life (hospice) care. Showering dressing meal prep, worked in facilities and home care agencies. Also Medication set up.
Evelyn can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, companionship, errands, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
(1)
For 15 years I have provided care for the elderly by assiting with activities of daily living: bathing, dressing, meal preparation, meditation management, exercise, errands, home cleaning, transportation and companionship. I have long experience with Dementia and Parkinsons. Simultaneously I have worked as a patient advocate...
Renee can also help with: Respite care, home modification, personal care, dementia
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
Recent review:
5.0
My father passed away and Renee was his care giver. She is a knowledgeable, caring, empathic, fully-capable care giver who will be excellent for your parent.
Care member
I'm happy person willing to work and I am pleased to help others. In the last job I had the grandmother had dementia care for almost 2 years and their children were very happy with me for the patience than I had for her.
I am an occupational therapist who has worked on out patient clinics and skilled nursing facilities. I am taking a break from my career to focus on self car but I still love caregiving and want to continue to help others while I am on my journey. I am comfortable with transfers, bathing, dressing, meal prep, medication and more....
Amber can also help with: Errands, respite care, transportation, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning & more
Before moving to the United States I worked at a nursing home specialized in dementia and other mental health issues. Having an MBA , I was hired as the director's executive assistant and focused on office work. I was deeply affected seeing all patients just sitting or pacing around in the community room, all day, with little to...
Alexandra can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, companionship, meal prep, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
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Recent dementia care reviews in Santa Cruz, CA
Nicole C.
5.0
Nicole took excellent care of my Mom for 6 months. Nicole is hard-working, efficient, and kind. She does whatever needs to be done and more. She is always on time. Nicole is very sweet, loving and cheerful. She is 100% trust worthy. My mom called Nicole her “angel.”
- Care member
Lilian B.
5.0
She’s really great with all age of kids she does great activities and is outgoing! She has years of experience she’s a great sitter!
- Care member
Renee S.
5.0
My father passed away and Renee was his care giver. She is a knowledgeable, caring, empathic, fully-capable care giver who will be excellent for your parent.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding dementia care near you in Santa Cruz, CA
What is the basic concept of dementia care near me in Santa Cruz, CA?
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 Santa Cruz, CA, 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 Santa Cruz, CA?
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 Santa Cruz, CA is $21.94.
How can I find dementia care near me in Santa Cruz, CA?
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 Santa Cruz, CA 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 Santa Cruz, CA?
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 Santa Cruz, CA, 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 Santa Cruz, CA?
When you’re interviewing a caregiver for in home care for dementia near you in Santa Cruz, CA, 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 Santa Cruz, CA dementia care listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Dementia Care in Santa Cruz, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 52 listed dementia care.