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60 senior care providers are listed in Portland, ME
The average rate is $23/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby senior care providers is 4 years
Senior care providers in Portland, ME
Merril A.
Portland, ME
$35-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Home Health Care Registered Nurse; Big Smile & Holistic Approach
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Combined 25 yrs registered nurse, chaplain specializing in home health, geriatrics, dementia/alzheimer's, chronic health issues, home care, assisted living, transportation, food planning, errands, cooking, respite, mvmnt/exercise support, organizing medication routine, emotional & spiritual support, elder depression, fear, mood...
Merril can also help with: Companionship, dementia, meal prep, mobility assistance, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Recent review:
5.0
My dad lived with Parkinson's & dementia, he was difficult and hostile at moments. Merril handled him w/perfection, humor and lots of successful moments. She helped him with all his personal and emotional needs. Here ability to be flexible with his needs was...
Elaine I.
Melike A.
Portland, ME
$10-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
Companionship, Visiting Nurse, Errands/Shopping, Personal Care, Light House Cleaning
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked with seniors in a variety of ways over the past several years, I enjoy chatting and listening and being good company. I really care people and being there making their lives a little easier in any way I can.
Melike can also help with: Visiting physician, personal care, live-in home care
Recent review:
5.0
She took care of our son while we went out for a date night. She was accommodating to some changes in times and was quick to respond to texts. Would highly recommend her.
Robin D.
5.0
(2)
I am an Occupational Therapist with 20+ years of experience primarily with older adult and geriatric population (very comfortable with dementia clients) in a multitude of settings including 10+ years of home care. I can provide assistance with personal care (bathing, dressing, grooming), carryover with home exercise programs,...
Alexis can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, dementia, home modification, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Recent reviews:
5.0
Our family worked with Alexis for almost a year, to help my mother-in-law. She came highly recommended and lived up to the hype. Alexis is: extremely reliable and trustworthy; knows how to build strong rapport; has great expertise in the health care system to help...
Care member
5.0
(2)
My name is Cait, I have been a nurse for 11 years. I have worked in cardiac, medsurg, psychiatric, doctors offices and currently work in home care in the Portland area. I moved to Maine about 2 years ago from Boston where I worked at MGH on a cardiac/medsurg floor. I am originally from NH.
I have a chronic illness and as a kid...
Caitlin can also help with: Mobility assistance, dementia, errands, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Home Health Aide
Recent reviews:
5.0
Cait is very professional and accountable. She always has a positive attitude and can put a smile on anyone's face.
Lindsey F.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been a CNA for over four years now. I have worked in a wide variety of nursing homes where units such as rehab, assisted living, and long term care are present. I help residents preform their daily routines everyday along with spending time with them. Doing things like going for walks, arts and crafts, reading the...
Natalie can also help with: Dementia, personal care, hospice services, visiting nurse
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
Recent reviews:
5.0
We hired Natalie to help with our elderly mother who had come to our home for hospice care. Her sweet disposition bonded her to all of us immediately. She was knowledgeable in many of the skills needed to care for the elderly. She blended into our home like part of...
David S.
Hi! I am a reliable, patient, and empathetic person who has approximately four years of working with seniors. I graduated from the University of Vermont in 2020 where I majored in Human Development and Family Studies. Throughout college I volunteered at a nursing home where I ran Friday afternoon bingo, played card games with...
Alex can also help with: Personal care, companionship, mobility assistance, specialized care, dementia
Darriana S.
Portland, ME
$32-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
Reliable Caregiver With Almost Ten Years Of Experience Caring For Seniors
Hello! I am a reliable caregiver with almost 10 years of experience caring for seniors. I enjoy getting to know my clients and seeing how I can best meet their needs. I love spending time with clients and exploring or just hanging out with them at home and watching movies they like.
Darriana can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, light cleaning, errands, companionship, hospice services & more
Hello,
My name is Christephanie from Portland, ME and I provide senior living care.
In my experience with being a server in a senior livings place in Massachusetts, I have learned how to be more compassionate, patient, and an meticulous worker. I had to pay very close attention to detail and make certain that the clients...
Christephanie can also help with: Dementia, personal care, live-in home care
My experience with providing in-home care was the 6 years of care I gave to my mom when she lived in an in-law apartment in my home. I was in charge of her medication management, helping with mobility, cleaning, cooking, driving to appointments and errands, going on drives or walks and general companionship. I left my full-time...
Kristin can also help with: Light cleaning, mobility assistance, errands, personal care, companionship, meal prep & more
Hello,
Let me start off by saying I love working with seniors. It's a pure joy for me. Providing loving care for your most special people in your life. I have years of experience in great relationships with my clients and their families.
I'm in search for great families to work for and with to bring the years of my experience...
Keisha can also help with: Errands, respite care, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm a registered/licensed occupational therapist and a certified massage therapist with a huge passion for aging in place. I have much experience in rehab so I've worked with people with an array of cognitive and physical deficits. My philosophy is to work with the whole person to maximize independence and help maintain function...
Darcy can also help with: Personal care, home modification, respite care, dementia, hospice services
Looking to provide seniors in the area with assistance and companion care for their activities of daily living. I have experience caring for my grandmother with dementia and a desire to make the lives of seniors more connected and social!
Sara can also help with: Respite care, dementia
I am an educator and Pilates instructor seeking work providing care for seniors in the Portland area. I have experience working with, teaching, and supporting people of all ages and am skilled at helping people feel supported, cared for and at ease.
Michelle can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, specialized care, transportation & more
Skills:
CPR
My name means helper and defender of mankind, and I truly feel aligned with that meaning. From a young age I was helping out with my grandparents, babysitting the neighborhood kids, teaching swim lessons to kids and adults who ranged from infant to senior, volunteering at animal shelters, and being the person my friends would...
Alexis can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, respite care, meal prep, errands, dementia & more
I care for people as if they were my own family and how I'd want them treated. I'm very passionate about senior care, kind, caring, calm and very patient and empathetic. I'm able to provide both physical and emotional support to clients, help with meal preparation, medication reminders, bathing and dressing, bathroom assistance,...
Nicole can also help with: Errands, hospice services, meal prep, dementia, personal care, light cleaning & more
Hi there! I am a clinical social worker with a full-time job. However, I do have educational loans I'm trying to pay off. I am hoping to find some extra income, while also being able to help out someone else in need.
I've cared for children off and on since I was in my teens. I'm a godmother to a 3 y. o and an "auntie" to many...
Erin can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, respite care
Skills:
CPR
Hi! My name is Rebecca, I am a retired Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 25 years of experience. In my retirement, I have found a love of the role of companion and support to the older populations and hope to find a family in need of this kind of support! I can help with transportation services, meal preparation, light...
Rebecca can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands
Ashley P.
Portland, ME
$15-20/hr
Hi my name is Ashley. I'm a nursing major and currently taking classes at SMCC. I have some experience when it comes to taking care of older people. I used to help my grandmother a lot at her nursing home. I would bathe her, feed her and keep her company. I think I would be a great fit for a job taking care of elderly because...
Ashley can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, live-in home care, errands, respite care, dementia & more
Stella R.
Portland, ME
$15-20/hr
Over the years I gained lots of experience caring for my elderly grandparents and other family members as they reached the ends of their lives. My mother is an RN so growing up I spent a great deal of time in nursing homes and generally watching her work. This played a great deal in my pursuing of a career in healthcare as I...
Stella can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands
Skills:
CNA
Heather S.
Portland, ME
$25-35/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi there! I'm Heather. I am an occupational therapist looking to fill in some free time with work I find enjoyable. I have worked with clients as an occupational therapist for 8 years in inpatient rehabilitation and in home health. I have experience helping with the daily care and mobility of people with complex diagnoses and...
Heather can also help with: Personal care, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, dementia
Skills:
CPR
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Recent senior care reviews in Portland, ME
Merril A.
5.0
My dad lived with Parkinson's & dementia, he was difficult and hostile at moments. Merril handled him w/perfection, humor and lots of successful moments. She helped him with all his personal and emotional needs. Here ability to be flexible with his needs was superior.
Merril was here when the...
- Elaine I.
Melike A.
5.0
She took care of our son while we went out for a date night. She was accommodating to some changes in times and was quick to respond to texts. Would highly recommend her.
- Robin D.
Alexis W.
5.0
Our family worked with Alexis for almost a year, to help my mother-in-law. She came highly recommended and lived up to the hype. Alexis is: extremely reliable and trustworthy; knows how to build strong rapport; has great expertise in the health care system to help navigate medical issues as they...
- Care member
Caitlin P.
5.0
Cait is very professional and accountable. She always has a positive attitude and can put a smile on anyone's face.
- Lindsey F.
Natalie R.
5.0
We hired Natalie to help with our elderly mother who had come to our home for hospice care. Her sweet disposition bonded her to all of us immediately. She was knowledgeable in many of the skills needed to care for the elderly. She blended into our home like part of the family at a very stressful...
- David S.
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FAQs for finding senior care in Portland, ME
In 2024, how much does senior care cost near me in Portland, ME?
The average rate for hiring a senior care provider in Portland, ME on Care.com is $23.40 per hour as of April 2024. This rate will vary depending on the level of care needed (medical/non-medical or overnight care), the provider's certifications, years of experience, and total amount of hours required per day/week.
What types of senior care are available near me in 2024 in Portland, ME?
You can find a variety of in-home senior care options in Portland, ME on Care.com. Some of these options include having a companion to support your loved one with daily activities such as getting around the house, helping with meal prep, light housekeeping or even dressing/bathing. You also have the option to find a nursing assistant if medical care is required. There are also caregivers who can provide senior transportation to run errands or drive to doctor appointments. For seniors that require highly monitored care or cannot remain in their own homes, you'll find other options in Portland such as assisted living facilities or nursing homes.
How can I find senior care near me in Portland, ME?
Care.com has 53 senior care providers in Portland, ME. You can filter and sort local senior care providers by distance from Portland and compare your options by reading about their experience, services they provide, and reviews from other families.
Ratings for Portland, ME senior care providers listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Senior Care Providers in Portland, ME are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 60 listed senior care providers.