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60 dementia care are listed in Thurmont, MD
The average rate is $25/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby dementia care is 10 years
Dementia care in Thurmont, MD
5.0
(2)
I have been working in the healthcare field for over a decade with private care, in home care, assisted living, memory care and skilled nursing homes. I have been a caregiver, an activities assistant, a life enrichment director and lastly as the director of memory care. I am well experienced in cares, ADLs, life enrichment and...
Nichelle can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, hospice services, home modification, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"She is very compassionate, friendly and just a pleasant person to be around!! "
Karen T.
5.0
(12)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am passionate caregiver with more than 20 years of experience in providing care for disabled patients, seniors with Alzheimer's and Dementia and special needs children. My passion is providing care to those who can no longer care for themselves. I am accustomed to working in a high-pressure environment where attention to...
Kellie can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, home modification, personal care, respite care, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Kellie is a superb caregiver: skilled, compassionate, funny, and totally dependable. She became one of the family, and she brightened up Jim's and my days until he died last weekend after six months. She spent 70 hours a week with us, and we missed her every time...
Martha K.
Felicia J.
Frederick, MD
$25-30/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello. I have over 10yrs experience caring for the elderly. I'm CNA certified and have CPR training. I have previous experiences with persons with Parkinson's, Alzheimer's and dementia . I have also worked with clients needing assistance after surgery. I am caring and compassionate and look forward to meeting you and your...
Felicia can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I hired Felicia to work with my Dad multiple times and he really enjoyed his time with her. She was always on time and dependable and they played word games, went on walks and had great conversations. She also drove him to do errands and she made him dinner (the...
Deb B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Joy and I am 54 years old. I live in Emmitsburg, MD with my husband and son and our two dogs. I had diabetes for 25 years, so I am very well -versed with Diabetes, and how it slowly breaks you down, causing such things as Vision loss, Foot Issues, Pancreatitis, Diabetic Keto-Acidosis, Kidney Disease, and the list goes...
Joy can also help with: Meal prep, personal care, dementia, errands, light cleaning
Skills:
Wound Care
5.0
"Joy has been a great help with my mother's dementia care. She is helpful, kind, and patient. She has been willing to help with other household chores. Even on my mother's uncooperative days, Joy has been bright and cheerful with her. She is friendly and engaging."
Rucker W.
I have been a wife and mom for 45 years and a grandma for 17. I helped care for my mom, who had dementia and COPD, for two years before she passed away in 2017. Caring for her and spending time in assisted living and nursing home facilities made me realize how beneficial and important companion care in the home is. I am also...
Cynthia can also help with: Personal care, dementia
Joanne W.
Walkersville, MD
$18/hr • 3 yrs exp
Compassionate-Empathetic-Kind-Trained In LTC And Dementia
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am an experienced caregiver seeking the opportunity to assist a family in caring for an elderly family member in a kind, caring, professional, and compassionate manner.
Joanne can also help with: Live-in home care, companionship, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
I have two years of experience working with elderly. About two years ago, I had moved in with my great grandmother. She suffered from breast cancer as well as dementia. I made sure she was clean, helped dress her, light cleaning, pill management, along with keeping her happy.
Kierstin can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands
I have 10 + years of experience. I can help with Home Care and Bathing/Dressing. Licensed GNA/CNA , Restorative Aide (Therapy Assistant). Have experience with Alzheimer's and Dementia Patients. I'm Passionate about the care that I provide.
Kimberly can also help with: Respite care, dementia, personal care
Skills:
CNA
Teresa C.
Cascade, MD
$20-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
I'm very experienced in elder care. I took care of my late Grandmother with dementia. I also have provided exceptional care for local families. I'm honest trustworthy, and reliable. I am a true believer that if at all possible keep your loved ones in their homes.
Certified in CPR and First Aid
Also experience with diabetics.
I...
Teresa can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
As a geriatric personal trainer, certified in geriatrics with over 35 references who is extremely personable especially with our older generation. great sense of humor, compassionate and empathetic. can do all things from cleaning, lifting heavy , shopping transporting. Is certified through AAFA/NASM for over 15years, shifting...
Laura can also help with: Companionship, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, personal care, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
I'd describe my personality as outgoing caring and empathetic
I like caring for seniors because I enjoy ensuring that clients are receiving the care I would want for my family
I'm looking for a job that allows me to grow and improve my skills as a caregiver
I started caring for seniors officially in 2018, however along...
Yolanda can also help with: Home modification, meal prep, dementia, hospice services
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience with Alzheimer, dementia, MS, COPD, stroke, and bedridden patients. I also do light housekeeping, errands, personal grooming, transferring, medication reminder, medical appointments, etc. I am passionate about my job because I love it and I love caring for people.
Kate can also help with: Respite care, live-in home care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Kate was amazing with my father who has severe dementia and mobility issues among other problems. She was compassionate and hard-working, and a warm, friendly presence for my father. A gift!"
Christina M.
I have experience with dementia care, Diabetes care, High blood pressure monitoring, incontinence care, medication reminders, Appointment visits and overnight safety companion.
Mavis can also help with: Personal care, dementia, live-in home care
Skills:
CNA
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I am a retired nurse with 40+ yrs of experience. I have always worked with the elderly, specializing in Dementia/Alzheimers care. My services include personal care, light housekeeping, meal preparation, medication reminders, Dr appts, companionship, and more. Your family will be treated and cared for as if they were my own.
Victoria can also help with: Errands, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services, companionship & more
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
5.0
"Victoria and her daughter job share their time to meet our family needs. They are both energetic and friendly and knowledgeable and confident in their skills. This made the transition of all family care to a mix of outside help and family care easy for my mom."
Leeann D.
4.8
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I provide direct non-medical care and services to senior adults and those with limitations. I have considerable care giving experience. I am experienced in bathing, dressing, meal prep, Hoyer lifts and transfers. I have experience with Alzheimer's, ostomy care, bedside care during Hospice and note taking during doctors appts. I...
Sharon can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, errands, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
CPR
4.0
"I had the honor to work with Sharon this past Sept/Oct 2015. She is compassionate, honest, reliable, professional and goes above and beyond to make everyone around her shine!!"
Cynthia K.
Angela S.
Hagerstown, MD
$23-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced, High Standard, Compassionate Medical Caregiver
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I am a single Christian mom of two young men that are in college. I have many years of experience as a medical assistant. Experience In Dementia, mental health and medications, nebulizers etc. I'm currently seeking a pleasant elder who appreciates the little things and their caregiver. I am currently employed in...
Angela can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, errands, companionship, home modification, dementia & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Wound Care
5.0
"I hired Angela to care for my 91 year old Dad a couple days a week. She is very friendly and reliable. She brings up any concerns she has and offers suggestions. I would definitely recommend her to anyone."
Care member
Tracey W.
Hagerstown, MD
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(11)
I am a professional healthcare worker & I have been for several years. I enjoy spending time talking & interacting with my older clients. I try to engage with singing, walking, talking or simple companionship with puzzles or the things they like to do most.
I am also dementia wise and CPR certified. I encourage daily hygiene &...
Tracey can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, meal prep, visiting physician, dementia
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I hired Tracey to care for my 89 year-old mother that is mobile but has problems with balance. Tracy was able to assist with a bath, do her laundry, change her sheets, organize her room and make sure she got something to eat. She did a great job and honestly cared...
Linda B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm 32 live in Taneytown Maryland, I've worked long term geriatric care facilities. I've worked in home. I have dementia Alzheimer's care experience. G-tube experienced, ROM experience, CPR certified. Hospice care experience. Stroke care experience. COPD/Lung care experience. Working with all types of Cancer. I just Love helping...
Melissa can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, respite care, hospice services, transportation & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Melissa has a wonderful heart for people- young and old. She gently cared for my 85 year old bed bound mother following a stroke. My mother required g tube feedings and medications and Melissa was a quick learner regarding g tube care. She followed directions set...
Wendy K.
5.0
(2)
I was taking care of a 70 yr old woman with dementia for 3 years. I was with her full time and took care of all her needs, meds, bath, bathroom, feeding, doctors appointments, bed, hair appt, nails, and walking. I took care of my father for 5 years as he suffered from cancer and I assisted my grandparents in their later years. I...
Jennifer can also help with: Companionship, personal care, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, mobility assistance & more
5.0
"Jen is very kind and caring to my wife. She has worked as my caregiver 18 months.
Also very trusting person.Flexible from a schedule standpoint.
Absolutely top notch person
I highly recommend Jennifer"
Larry B.
5.0
(1)
I have worked as a personal care aid in the past. I have a soft spot for the elderly. I have assisted seniors with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating. I enjoy doing activities with them like reading or playing card games. I live with my grandfather who has Alzheimer's, thus I have the ultimate experience with...
Kelley can also help with: Personal care, dementia
5.0
"She is an amazing young women. Kelley has worked with older people for about a year or more. She's taking college classes for nursing. She does her best at everything and always gives 100%."
Faith M.
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Recent dementia care reviews in Thurmont, MD
Nichelle M.
5.0
She is very compassionate, friendly and just a pleasant person to be around!!
- Karen T.
Kellie L.
5.0
Simply put, Kellie was fantastic. While she only provided cared for my parents for a few months, she did an excellent job. She has the knowledge, experience and passion to provide you with the peace of mind you are looking for. Most importantly, she exercised sound judgement in different...
- Patti M.
Felicia J.
5.0
Felicia worked for me for 7 weeks -- she did an excellent job -- I find her to be a loving competent caregiver -- if it were not for the long commute ( about a hour each way) she would still be caring for my wife -- she has excellent communication skills and is more than capable for assisting with...
- Stan S.
Joy H.
5.0
Joy has been a great help with my mother's dementia care. She is helpful, kind, and patient. She has been willing to help with other household chores. Even on my mother's uncooperative days, Joy has been bright and cheerful with her. She is friendly and engaging.
- Rucker W.
Kate A.
5.0
She is an amazing care giver and possess all the outstanding qualities which makes her employer feel comfortable entrusting their loved ones into her care.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding dementia care near you in Thurmont, MD
What is the basic concept of dementia care near me in Thurmont, MD?
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 Thurmont, MD, 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 Thurmont, MD?
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 Thurmont, MD is $25.00.
How can I find dementia care near me in Thurmont, MD?
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 Thurmont, MD 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 Thurmont, MD?
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 Thurmont, MD, 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 Thurmont, MD?
When you’re interviewing a caregiver for in home care for dementia near you in Thurmont, MD, 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.