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60 home care are listed in Amherst, MA
The average rate is $27/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby home care is 7 years
Home care in Amherst, MA
5.0
(7)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 6 years of experience. I can help with ADLs. I have worked with a quadriplegic client, autism, behavioral, dementia, Alzheimer's, returning home from surgery, and hospice. I have worked for the State of Illinois, and have been certified through the State of California to do home care. Very active and attentive...
Curtis can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, errands, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Curtis was an amazing co-worker on a tough case. He was always helpful, positive attitude and energy along with being consistent."
Touradj M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have lived in the USA for five years, immigrated from Brazil, now an American citizen. Coming from the field of journalism and facing a new reality here in this country, I discovered my passion in helping people. I decided to dedicate myself more to this field and I am
currently studying a degree in Psycho-Pedagogy. My study...
Ridan can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, errands, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Ridan is an excellent PCA. He communicates well and has a bright, sunny, disposition and a carefree manner. Ridan has proven to be punctual, responsible, observant, as well as able to adapt to the progression of our family member's condition and resulting changes...
Todd K.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I cared for one woman for seven years. We did many lovely things together--movies, museums, flower shows, gardening, shopping. I developed a very close relationship with her and her family and extended family. Working with her on a daily basis, we got very close. She had Alzheimer's, which was somewhat controlled for a long...
Paola can also help with: Errands, respite care, transportation, personal care, home modification, dementia & more
5.0
"Paola cared for my mother for eight years, first as a companion and later as a full-time care provider. She produced a continuous flow of activities and entertainments aligned with my mother's interests. She cooked meals and baked goodies in accordance with...
Sukey K.
5.0
(1)
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I have provided companionship/care to seniors; including my mother-- who required full-transfers and 24-hour care.
I am experienced with Dementia and Alzheimer's, Diabetes, CVAs, Amputations, etc. Too many seniors feel "shoved in the corner", especially those with disabilities. I...
Cynthia can also help with: Personal care, dementia, respite care
5.0
"Cyndi is the absolute best person that I ever hired . I first hired Cyndi for house cleaning and she was punctual, dependable and extremely efficient. She knows exactly what needs to be done and does an amazing job. Later I hired her to watch my mom after surgery...
Robert U.
Hello :) My name is Kenzie and I am a senior psychology student at Umass Amherst. I have worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant for three years. This job has given me the privilege of working with many different populations. I have also learned how to provide exceptional care through this job. I can help with home care, meal...
Mackenzie can also help with: Mobility assistance, dementia, companionship, meal prep, personal care, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
compassionate and dedicated CNA with over 10 years of experience providing exceptional care to elderly patients in nursing homes, assisting living facilities, and homes. skilled in assisting with activities of daily living, monitoring vital signs, and creating a compassionate and caring environment for patients and their...
Veronica can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, errands, dementia, companionship, home modification & more
Skills:
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
Pamela B.
Amherst, MA
$28-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Provide in-home care for disabled, cognitively impaired, and chronically ill patients: hands-on experienced with clients suffering from stroke, dementia, multiple sclerosis, and cerebral palsy. I prepare food according to diet plan; ensure patients follow Care plans, diets, and exercise plans. I also assist with feeding,...
Pamela can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, errands, mobility assistance, dementia & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Pamela is wonderful, high energy, loves to organize and clean and keep things tidy. She follows through on various tasks of the day and week. She is a good communicator, notices my mother's subtle health changes and informs us (the family) promptly and the other...
Candee G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Who I am: My name is Shelley and I am a happily married 58-year-old woman who has two grown children. We have three cats and a mini schnauzer. We have always lived in New Salem and have always had pets. I recently lost my job as a medical professional when my wonderful boss moved to Louisiana. I miss having spending money....
Shelley can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, dementia, mobility assistance & more
5.0
"Shelley is a wonderful individual. She is reliable,extremely pleasant and devoted. She should be hired immediately!"
Deborah F.
I have 10 + years experience worked with residents with developmental & intellectual disabilities. Home Health Aide/ Certified Nurse Aide.
Hector can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, specialized care, companionship, personal care, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
Eulalee D.
Sunderland, MA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have over 15 years of experience. I can help with Home Care and Live-In Home Care. I have worked with dementia and Alzheimer's patient in long-term facilities, and in Assisted Living. I also offer home care services working overnight shifts, providing live-in home care services, and house manager services.
Currently attending...
Eulalee can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning, errands, dementia, personal care
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
CNA
I have 20 years experience caring for the elderly. I have an associates degree in science and a certificate in Allied Health.
Marisa can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, personal care, hospice services, light cleaning, errands & more
I have worked in many assisted living facilities as a CNA. I got my certificate when I was in high school and in college I studied Occupational Therapy. My goal in life is to make others lives as happy and fulfilling as possible. I am very good at helping with ADLs and implementing therapeutic techniques throughout care. I am...
Candice can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, transportation, live-in home care, light cleaning, errands & more
My name is Pamela. I have been involved with senior care for over 12 years. I got in to this type of service as a way to "pay it forward" for all the help my own Mom received from really wonderful people. I love what I do and feel very close with all my clients. It is a passion for me to be kind, reliable, and trustworthy to the...
Pamela can also help with: Dementia, personal care
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
3.7
(3)
To obtain a position as a caregiver to help ensure people live full, independent and Dignified lives within the comfort of their own home. Dedicated in caring for geriatric patients to improve overall health and well being.
Michelle can also help with: Live-in home care
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"It is most certainly my honor to have been asked to provide a review/recommendation for Michelle Bottom line:Michelle lived with My 86 year old mother 24/7 they were more like roommates than patient and "nurse"...truly. Michelle has become part of our family....
Leslie Q.
I am a retired Physician Assistant who also has several years experience providing in-home care for the elderly. I'm looking for 1 to 2 days a work a week, but can often be flexible and help cover additional days when needed (i.e. filling in for sick or vacationing caregivers.)
Sara can also help with: Dementia, errands, meal prep, personal care, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Avery S.
Shutesbury, MA
$18-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have 2 years of paid experience as a Home Health Aide, six year experience in the aging field, and 4 years of personal experience caring for my disabled mother.
I have my masters in Management of Aging Services and am trained to care for those with Dementia. My CNA expired in 2015 but I still hold the skills.
Happy to help...
Avery can also help with: Companionship, dementia, mobility assistance, home modification, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
3.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Alyssa I'm 27 yrs old & I have 8 years experience as a Nurse Assistant. I'm very patient, loving & understanding . I have experience in NH long term care, rehab, hospice & private home care. I absolutely love what I do and cannot imagine doing anything else . I have great references and full availability ....
Alyssa can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, mobility assistance, personal care, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
3.0
"Alyssa was very good when she was at work, however within the first 2 weeks she had called in as well as quit without notice leaving us in a very difficult position. She was also not forthcoming about her multiple jobs and lack of reliable transportation. We would...
Dale S.
5.0
(2)
Hello, I am a reliable, hard working individual who has been a CNA for more than 20 years. I am looking for Part-time/ full-time/live-in.
Theresa can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, dementia, live-in home care, hospice services, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Theresa is kind, gentle, professional and very knowledgeable. She takes initiative and makes valuable suggestions for a person's needs. Theresa was a valuable part of our family for my husband for 5 years and then for my mother for another 2 years. Her competence...
Marie A.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 35 years experience in the medical field. I owned and operated a nursing home for 10 years. I am CPR and first aid certified. I was a former EMT/fire fighter. I have worked with all levels of care with children and adults. I am also serve safe for quality food and/or service including meal prep. I am covid vaccinated ....
Brenda can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, live-in home care, dementia, hospice services, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Brenda has been fantastic! She's been supporting my parents and is tremendously helpful. My father had a stroke 20 years ago and is increasingly disabled as he ages and gets more frail. Brenda is very knowledgeable about how to help him move and transfer, as well...
Juliana G.
4.8
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am an honest caring , respectful , loving care provider / LPN with 8 years experience with live- in care and hourly care . I am also 1st aid and CPR certified and I do love my job as well as my client, I have worked with client with dementia, cancer , hospice, Parkinson's , Alzheimer's and stroke rehab. I do love taking care...
Amanda can also help with: Errands, home modification, companionship, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Very qualified, caring and professional. We are so lucky to have hired Amanda."
David L.
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Recent home care reviews in Amherst, MA
Curtis H.
5.0
I hired Curtis to care for my husband, Jim, who has a spinal cord injury. I could not have chosen a better caregiver than Curtis. He is responsible, kind, caring and compassionate with my husband. He has a great sense of humor and he and Jim laugh and have a lot of fun together. He encourages Jim...
- Eunice M.
Ridan D.
5.0
Ridan is an excellent PCA. He communicates well and has a bright, sunny, disposition and a carefree manner. Ridan has proven to be punctual, responsible, observant, as well as able to adapt to the progression of our family member's condition and resulting changes to the care plan.
When not...
- Todd K.
Paola D.
5.0
Paola is an extremely capable, responsible and caring caregiver. She has an engaging personality and she immediately formed a deep connection with my wife. She is active and energetic and she pursues projects with enthusiasm. Paola is an excellent cook - and my wife and I are the beneficiaries of...
- Emily K.
Cynthia M.
5.0
Cyndi is the absolute best person that I ever hired . I first hired Cyndi for house cleaning and she was punctual, dependable and extremely efficient. She knows exactly what needs to be done and does an amazing job. Later I hired her to watch my mom after surgery and she took care of her as if she...
- Robert U.
Pamela B.
5.0
Pamela is a wonderful caregiver for my elderly mother. She is dependable, flexible, eager and professional. Pam is a kind, compassionate and competent caregiver and we recommend her unreservedly.
- Chris C.
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FAQs for finding home care in Amherst, MA
How much does private home care cost per hour near me in Amherst, MA?
The average rate for hiring a home care provider in Amherst, MA as of May, 2024 is $27.14 per hour. This cost will fluctuate depending on the provider's level of experience, whether the care is full-time or part-time and the duties required to perform to care for your senior loved one.
How can I find home care near me in Amherst, MA?
Care.com has 7 home care providers for seniors in Amherst, MA. To start searching for caregivers near you, you need to create a Care.com account. To create your account, you will answer some basic questions to help you find home care providers that specialize in your family member’s needs. You will then have the option to either post a job and receive applications from candidates, or you can search for caregivers on the website. You can filter results by distance from Amherst, MA or hourly rate. After you have selected your candidates, you can schedule interviews, check references, request background checks, and can then hire a home health care provider that suits your needs the best.
What types of home care services are available near me in Amherst, MA?
The types of home health care services near you in Amherst, MA will vary depending on the needs of the senior you’re hiring home care assistance for, but home care providers can assist with companionship and fellowship, as well as skilled nursing care. There are also home caregivers in Amherst, MA that can assist with daily activities, such as cooking, medication prompting, dressing, bathing and transporting the senior patient to and from appointments.
How can I safely hire home care near me in Amherst, MA?
If you need to hire senior home care near you in Amherst, MA, we strongly suggest you run an independent background check, request professional references, and interview a handful of candidates. You can also look for providers on Care.com who have a CareCheck badge on their profile, which is a background check we request all in home care service providers complete. Any senior home care providers who complete a CareCheck will have a badge on their profile that displays the date the background check was run.
What interview questions should I ask when hiring home health care near me in Amherst, MA?
When you’re hiring in home health care services near you in Amherst, MA, it can be really helpful to interview a handful of different candidates to help you find the right fit. It’s a good idea to ask them questions about the exact responsibilities they feel comfortable taking on, how they best communicate, and what types of senior health issues they have dealt with in the past.
Ratings for Amherst, MA home care listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Home Care in Amherst, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 15 reviews of the 60 listed home care.