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60 dementia care are listed in Schenectady, NY
The average rate is $22/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby dementia care is 8 years
Dementia care in Schenectady, NY
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a RN with inpatient hospital experience. I am a prior Air Force officer with almost 10 years active duty service; integrity and attention to detail are my strong points. I am a mother of 4 and manage a very busy household. I enjoy caring for others who need an experienced helping hand. In my hospital experience I have...
Antoinette can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands, mobility assistance, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Rachel H.
Rexford, NY
$25-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hello!
I hope you will consider me to care for your loved one. In recent years I have cared for moms and their babies, but I initially began my career in elder care. I worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) for St. Peters at their long-term care site, Our Lady Of Mercy. I worked on the dementia unit for 5 years, bonding...
Rachel can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, errands, light cleaning, respite care, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
Averi C.
Latham, NY
$19-22/hr • 5 yrs exp
I love caring for people and am currently going to school in the medical field. I have years of experience caring for seniors as I helped an individual with late stages of dementia. This included errands runs, grocery shopping, meal prepping, doctor appts, changing, and bathing.
Averi can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, transportation, dementia
I have several years of experience none of which were paid as it was family. I can help with Transportation Services and Light Housecleaning. Dressing, Medication, quality time with patient, if they like to go into garden, or for rides etc.
I have had a mother in law, father in law, and grandmother with Dementia/Alzheimers and...
Kristen can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, personal care
I started taking care of my Dad in 2009. He was diabetic and was on dialysis 3 times a week. My Mom didn't drive so I would transport him back and forth. I also took him to all Dr's appointments. He had triple bypass surgery as well. After he passed in 2011, my Mom was diagnosed with Lung cancer. I took her to chemo and...
Leslie can also help with: Home modification, dementia, personal care, hospice services
I am often told that I am a natural caregiver. Sometimes I think I should have gone into nursing instead of business. I truly thrive on compassion and caring and I am very patient. Most recently I cared for my 92-year-old grandfather with dementia and before, during and after his major ostomy surgery which he had twice. I was...
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Been in this work for 20 years caring for seniors of all health problems. Stroke, Parkinson, dementia, I do private care hired by the family. My jobs have been long term. My last case was for 10 years starting off with 3 hours and ending with 18 hrs a day 7 days a week. I am very caring and really enjoy my work. Excellent...
Alice can also help with: Hospice services, live-in home care, personal care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Lateefa M.
Guilderland, NY
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Passionate, Patient, Reliable, Trustworthy Caregiver.
Hello,
My name is Lateefa and I'm a caring, responsible, reliable, trustworthy, dependable caregiver with over 20+ years of experience. I have experience with dementia. alzheimer's, PSP, parkinson and many others. I'm confident I can provide a safe and healthy environment for your love one. I look forward to meeting you and...
Lateefa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, live-in home care, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love the older generation, they have so much to teach us! I love helping people, hearing their stories and making them smile. I have experience in the home care field and I have an easy going personality. I also have experience with wound care. I do what needs to be done and treat any client that I have as I would treat my own...
Stephanie can also help with: Dementia, personal care, respite care, hospice services, live-in home care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Stephanie makes it her top priority to deliver the service and support she's asked to do, and goes way beyond meeting the basic need by identifying ways of making things work better for the client, taking on more responsibility when it will produce a better result....
Care member
Qiarah M.
Troy, NY
$15-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Certified Nurses Assistant with advanced knowledge of Alzheimer's and dementia. Seeking a long term care position.
Customer/Client relations Inventory management
Maintained safety and security of all Residence under care.
Responded appropriately to the physical, emotional and development needs of patients Maintained a clean,...
Qiarah can also help with: Personal care, live-in home care, hospice services, home modification, respite care, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Dedicated, goal oriented and personable."
Niah C.
Mary M.
Cohoes, NY
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.3
(6)
Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood
Hi this is Mary I am a licensed nurse with many years In home care Nursing I am caring compassionate good natured and very reliable. I can help with medication management and administration doctors appointments, personal care, meals and light housekeeping. I have experience with dementia, ALS, G-tube dependent, elderly,...
Mary can also help with: Visiting nurse, dementia, hospice services, personal care, respite care
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
5.0
"a wonderful girl, helps with household chores, enjoys interacting with people, great with my Wife"
Preston L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Been working in the medical field well over six years, I came to be in the medical field by helping a sick relative and low and behold by doing this l found one of my passion and that's caring for others. I'm 6'5 250lbs that being said I'm very strong and lots of patients feel super safe in my hands when doing anything. I'm...
Tyran can also help with: Visiting physician, hospice services, live-in home care, respite care, personal care, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Tyran is a kind and pleasant caregiver who gives 200% His client likes him and he does everything he can to make it a good day."
Jude R.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked with seniors for over 20 years and have always knew what I wanted to do since I was 14 years old. I have been employed in many nursing homes and assistant living facilities. I am currently an activities Director in an Assisted living Home and I just love working with the elderly. I am hard working, friendly,...
Olivia can also help with: Dementia
5.0
"Super kind and considerate to the elderly. Full of compassion and thoughtfulness."
Ben S.
5.0
(4)
I am a passionate caregiver/ companion with over 10 yrs of experience in long term/ end of life care. I have worked with Alzheimer's and Dementia patients. I have also worked in rehabilitation. I am knowledgeable in med administration, specialty diets and how to prepare them; such as puree, mechanical soft, moist ground, ect. As...
Sarah can also help with: Live-in home care, meal prep, hospice services, dementia, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Sarah is wonderful. She is kind and warm and always ready with a smile. Her work ethic, punctuality, and professionalism is equally matched by her skill. She was one of my dad's aides after his stroke and it was so comforting to us to know he was in kind, patient...
Sandra M.
Mariama C.
Albany, NY
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm reliable, patient, respectful, responsible & very hard working person. I've have worked in the medical field for more than 10 years now. Helping & Taking care of the elderly patients with dementia, Alzheimer or disability have always been my passion. Helping them with their activities of daily living ( bathing or...
Mariama can also help with: Personal care, light cleaning, respite care, hospice services, dementia
5.0
"Mariama has been taking care of my husband for the last year. She is reliable, caring and knowledgable…such an asset to our care team!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
I have been working with elderly people for about 10 years now. I worked in nursing homes, home care agencies and assisted living for a few years. Last year I have taken on cases on a private basis due to Covid. I have taken on many different cases related to Alzheimer's, dementia, paraplegic & quadriplegic, assisted living,...
Jasmine can also help with: Errands, hospice services, companionship, dementia, home modification, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Up until recent I had the pleasure of caring for a 94-year-old man for 8 years, he passed away ( his conditions included severe aortic stenosis, AFIB, myopathy of the hips, dementia and bone cancer . He was wheelchair bound for the most part , my responsibilities included a daily PT program, ambulation, meal prep, bathing ,...
Lisa can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, companionship, light cleaning, meal prep, home modification & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"She deserves high recomendation"
Care member
Laura D.
Mechanicville, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a former CNA , medical assistant and patient care technician at a local hospital with 12+ yrs experience caring for elderly, long term care, hospice care, dementia and oncology patients. I enjoy giving loving care to my patients and treat them as if they were family. Covid vaccinated.
Laura can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Wound Care
5.0
"Wonderfully professional ! Clearly has a lot of experience with seniors. Would hire her again in a heartbeat !!"
Peggy K.
Mary-kathleen B.
Albany, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Retired Rn Looking For Caregiver Position Part time. Companion And Help At Home, Errands.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Retired RN back in workforce , last 12 years many elder cases , cooking , cleaning , meds and Dr appts. Dementia, visually impaired patients, hospice . Activities of daily living . Really enjoy listening to people's life stories and seeing the joy as they relive their memories.
Fully vaccinated and boosted.
Mary-kathleen can also help with: Dementia, personal care, companionship, light cleaning, meal prep, errands & more
5.0
"Kate has served our family with nearly three wonderful years of caretaking for my 95 year old Nana. Her care and compassion are unmatched! My Nana has several chronic diseases that Kate helped our family navigate and treat with the same level of devotion and...
Katie B.
5.0
(8)
I am a Pca, Cna and residential counselor with over 16 years of experience. I provide my individuals with assistance in their activities of their daily living and I also am medication certified so I can assist with medicine management and appointments etc. I love what I do, it gives me great joy and fulfillment to help others...
Akosua can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"I like that Akosua is very responsible reliable and compassionate about her clients and job"
Care member
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Recent dementia care reviews in Schenectady, NY
Stephanie B.
5.0
We couldn’t have wished for a better caregiver at a time when we needed one quickly, consistently, and reliably. My parents were living in Altamont, NY, at the time. Stephanie is a supreme caregiver who is also one of the most genuine people we know. She helped to care for my mother through many...
- Care member
Qiarah M.
5.0
Qiarah has been caring for my mom few the last few months. She does a wonderful job. She is punctual and dependable and I would recommend her
- Sandra F.
Mary M.
5.0
Mary has a lot of experience. She is dependable, friendly, knowledgeable, and has a good sense of humor.
- Rachel F.
Tyran B.
5.0
Tyran is a kind and pleasant caregiver who gives 200% His client likes him and he does everything he can to make it a good day.
- Jude R.
Olivia W.
5.0
Olivia provides companion care for my 87 year old father during mid - late stages of Alzheimer's. Somehow she managed to keep him engaged and got him to participate in games and activities that were not in his nature. Keeping his mind active and they became great buddies. Olivia provided...
- Luciana M.
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FAQs for finding dementia care near you in Schenectady, NY
What is the basic concept of dementia care near me in Schenectady, 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 Schenectady, 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 Schenectady, 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 Schenectady, NY is $22.03.
How can I find dementia care near me in Schenectady, 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 Schenectady, 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 Schenectady, 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 Schenectady, 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 Schenectady, NY?
When you’re interviewing a caregiver for in home care for dementia near you in Schenectady, 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 Schenectady, NY dementia care listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Dementia Care in Schenectady, NY are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 52 reviews of the 60 listed dementia care.