Find Top Dementia Care Near Me in Smithtown, NY
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60 dementia care are listed in Smithtown, NY
The average rate is $25/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby dementia care is 7 years
Dementia care in Smithtown, NY
Alicia C.
Bay Shore, NY
$20-40/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Alicia C. I have 10+ years of nursing experience in the nursing home as well as in a private setting. Experience includes but not limited to: bathing, feeding, laundry, ambulation, hoyer lift, companionship, medication reminders, ALS/ brain injury, dementia knowledgeable, etc.
I am a nurse aide available for...
Alicia can also help with: Respite care, personal care, dementia, live-in home care
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"She cared for my mom who had Alzheimer's disease and I highly recommend her."
Karen F.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am an adult who has 20 years experience with dementia Alzheimer's patients . I've been doing this privately for seniors advocating I have numerous references at any time you can speak to anyone who I I have worked for . I feel this is my calling I like to work with seniors I think they have a lot to give and I am honest...
Joann can also help with: Hospice services, respite care, dementia, visiting physician, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Joann is a wonderful caretaker with a lot of experience! She has been caring for my parents, who are in their 90s, and we are all extremely happy with her! Joann works very hard and does a super job overseeing all of the PT exercises my father has to do for a...
Lynn G.
Mayreni H.
Bay Shore, NY
$21-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Spanish Speaking Nursing Assistant Looking To Care For Your Loved One.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been working in the healthcare field since 2006. I take care of all my patients as if they were my own family members. I've worked in nursing homes/rehabilitation centers. I have experience with dementia, and kids with special needs. I'm currently working for south shore university hospital for the last 7 years.
I'd...
Mayreni can also help with: Companionship, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
5.0
"May has been an excellent addition to our household. She’s very knowledgeable and efficient. She always goes above and beyond. She’s very reliable and does whatever is needed to help. "
Care member
5.0
(3)
I have 9 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Dementia. Having to worked in both assisted living facility and homecare setting I think I have first of all helped in maintaining a safe independent and dignified lifestyle. helping seniors with the activities of daily living makes me feel some form of...
Alex can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, companionship, live-in home care, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Alex is caring, reliable, patient and playful. I would recommend him to any family you will not be disappointed."
Judy L.
Kathy D.
Ronkonkoma, NY
$22-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Kathy I was a nursing assistant and now I do private care. I'm looking for full time but can adjust some hours. I started my nursing career in 1993. I take care of all elders. I have a lot of experience with Alzheimer's, Dementia, hospice and all elder care. I can manage medication. I like to kept active and love...
Kathy can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, home modification, companionship, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Kathy came to us towards the end of my fathers life. From the moment they met we knew they would be best friends! She was so caring and made him feel special and loved every day. While he was still able to they talked, played games, listened to music and video...
Ken C.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a mature and educated woman with an aptitude for working with the elderly and disabled, a role in which my parents were a strong influence. I have worked with individuals impaired as the result of a stroke, dementia or as severe as ALS in the privacy of their own homes as well as skilled nursing facility and hospice. I have...
Myra can also help with: Transportation, light cleaning, meal prep, personal care, errands
Skills:
CPR
3.0
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Catherine L.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I enjoy giving and caring for the elderly. My first experience was with my mother-in-law. I cared for her completely for 10 weeks. My first job was for a 70-year-old woman with the onset of dementia and mostly blind, I cared for her for five years. My next job I took care of an 89-year-old woman with the onset of dementia. She...
Dolores can also help with: Personal care, dementia
5.0
"Dolores was amazing with my mother, who has dementia. She took such great care of all of my mother's needs. Dolores also took time to learn about our culture ( our clothes , food and music ) in an effort to make my mom more comfortable. It was a pleasure and a...
Furkhunda R.
Dawn B.
Bohemia, NY
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Need Help With A Loved One During This Crisis? I'm Healthy & Not Been Exposed To The Virus.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Having worked in both nursing homes and in home care, I have a great deal of experience with the elderly population. Specialize in helping individuals maintain independence as much as possible while providing necessary assistance. I have experience with dementia/Alzheimer's patients from my career in nursing homes as a...
Dawn can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, personal care, transportation & more
5.0
"Dawn gives me peace of mind when she cares for my mother when I'm at work. She takes her to appointments, does some light house keeping and plays games with her. She's plays music and shows on TV that my mother loves. Dawn Is great at knowing what will make my...
Pat P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
BACKUP CARE - I am a retired elementary teacher. I am a hands on grandmother of seven beautiful children.
I primarily look for one-day positions or regular substitute work. I would love to fill in for a day or two. I have cared for seniors with both physical challenges as well as seniors with dementia. It is always good to...
Maureen can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, personal care, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I am very pleased to have Maureen as a caregiver for my sister. She is pleasant and patient. I highly recommend considering her as a caregiver."
Carolann L.
I'm qualified as a certified nursing assistant and a personal care aide. I've worked with many elderly people who suffer from dementia and alzheimer's. I enjoy helping and caring for those who need extra support, i'm very empathetic and enjoy making connections with my patients.
Jalissa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, live-in home care, dementia
Skills:
CNA
Mary C.
Huntington Station, NY
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
When my Dad was diagnosed with Dementia and Parkinsons I moved back in and assisted in his care. I found it very rewarding to help in anyway and make a difference. I've worked for a 90 yr old man and assisted in cooking cleaning him meds and aided in his physical therapy and most of all a caring companion. Im flexible with...
Mary can also help with: Mobility assistance, companionship, personal care, specialized care, dementia
I have experience working with hoyer, sereta dementia Alzheimer's Parkinson's special needs etc. Up on requests
Ketsia can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, hospice services
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
CPR
I am certified medical assistant and have BLS certification. I have experience caring for seniors ,, dementia care, and special needs. I am warm caring and compassionate. I am looking for a full time position. I offer conversation and companionship as well as hands on care for your loved ones needs.
Patricia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, dementia, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Almida D.
Holbrook, NY
$20-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there ! I have been a certified Pca/Hha for 20+ years . I do my very best to be dependable , reliable and caring as I can be for my patients .
I help with chores and meal prep and worked extensively with patients with dementia and Alzheimer's.
Almida can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, errands, home modification, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I personally know the stress of caring for an elderly relative and would love to alleviate that and bring happiness along the way. I have taken care of family members with cancer, stroke CHF, COPD, ESRD and dementia. I am compassionate and can handle multitasking well. I hope to hear from you and if not good luck in your...
Karen can also help with: Personal care, respite care
Dominique G.
Central Islip, NY
$25-45/hr • 4 yrs exp
Nurturing Caregiver And Pleasant Companion Available
Ever since I can remember I've had a sweet spot for the elderly. Maybe it was from spending so much time with my grandmother growing up but even before I was old enough to get a job, I would walk to a nursing home a few blocks from where I lived to volunteer my time. Even until today, It's truly an enjoyable experience for me. I...
Dominique can also help with: Respite care, dementia, live-in home care
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Patti and I have 14 years of companion/caregiver experience. I have worked with Alzheimer's, dementia caused by tia^s, Parkinson's and Huntington's disease. I am totally passionate about what I do and can supply plenty of references.
I drive and like to take clients to appointments, shopping, activities, church and...
Patti can also help with: Dementia, personal care
Whitney P.
Islip, NY
$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hello my name is Whitney P. I'm very loving, caring and a professional Certified Nursing Assistant. I have been a CNA for a little over 7 years. . I have experience with
Helping patients with activities of daily life (ADL): bathing, dressing, feeding, walking, exercising, grooming and ROM exercises
Aided in scheduling patient...
Whitney can also help with: Dementia, personal care
Skills:
CNA
Including dementia /B. S degree in therapeutic recreation. Willing to light house work and assist with meal preparation. Comfortable around pets. Planned and implemented recreation programs in a multi care facility for dementia and psychiatric population.
Lynn can also help with: Companionship, dementia
Amilda R.
Central Islip, NY
$40/hr • 10 yrs exp
I M Enthusiastic. Friendly And Good Worker Always My Priority Is Comfortable And Safe ,my Patients.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience more to 10 years care patients in diferente health setting. I was working before good samaritan hospital, stony brook hospital, and I was working in nursing home gurwin Jewish and atria assisting living. II have experience with elderly, disability children and adults, dementia, Parkinson's disease , dysphasia...
Amilda can also help with: Companionship, errands, personal care, transportation, mobility assistance, specialized care & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
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Recent dementia care reviews in Smithtown, NY
Alicia C.
5.0
She cared for my mom who had Alzheimer's disease and I highly recommend her.
- Karen F.
Joann A.
5.0
We were lucky to have met Joann when my parents were in need of some help. She was exactly what we were looking for. We needed someone who would listen to their needs, be flexible, dependable and caring - Joann was all of those things and more! We instantly felt comfortable with her and found her to...
- Ilene M.
Mayreni H.
5.0
May has been an excellent addition to our household. She’s very knowledgeable and efficient. She always goes above and beyond. She’s very reliable and does whatever is needed to help.
- Care member
Alex A.
5.0
Alex is an exceptional HHA. He took care of our father as if it was his. He worked seven days a week. He was extremely communicative with the family. He worked An overnight shift, which can be challenging. He is a hard worker and I would highly recommend him for another position.
- Care member
Kathy D.
5.0
Kathy is a very compassionate and caring person. She is honest and gives all her heart into what she does. She took care of my mother who had a stroke and was willing to learn new techniques and use of equipment. She communicated with me throughout the day when I was at work which put me at ease....
- Mayra N.
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FAQs for finding dementia care near you in Smithtown, NY
What is the basic concept of dementia care near me in Smithtown, 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 Smithtown, 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 Smithtown, 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 Smithtown, NY is $25.40.
How can I find dementia care near me in Smithtown, 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 Smithtown, 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 Smithtown, 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 Smithtown, 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 Smithtown, NY?
When you’re interviewing a caregiver for in home care for dementia near you in Smithtown, 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 Smithtown, NY dementia care listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Dementia Care in Smithtown, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed dementia care.