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60 home care are listed in Amsterdam, NY
The average rate is $17/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby home care is 10 years
Home care in Amsterdam, NY
5.0
(1)
I have 31 yrs of experience working in Nursing Homes, Hospitals and Doctors Offices and love what I do. It's very rewarding seeing the smiles on my patients faces knowing that they are well taken care of by someone who is loyal and dependable. I always try to go above and beyond to make sure my patients are happy and...
Angel can also help with: Companionship, dementia, live-in home care, errands, meal prep, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Angel provided health care related services to my father during the last two years of his life. She did an exceptional job in taking care of all of my father's health concerns and needs. She is extremely professional and reliable.
In addition to the many...
James D.
Lisa B.
Amsterdam, NY
$17-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Senior Care Taker Seeing Part Time Work, As Companion, Light Housekeeping And Help With ADL S
4.8
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My 25+ years of experience with caring for others began when I was in my high school nursing program, which I was part of for two years. During that time, I worked with elderly people and assisted in their direct care. After high school, I began working as a Home Health Aide. During that time, I cared for elderly people in their...
Lisa can also help with: Visiting nurse, live-in home care, dementia, respite care, personal care
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
5.0
"The last review I completed showed that I listed Lisa as would not rehire.
THIS WAS AN ERROR!! Lisa is an EXTREMELY committed, hard working, and caring individual. She consistently puts others above herself and does this without question.
If you are...
Rob C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
my availability is open to days and evenings. I have over 25 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Errands/Shopping. I am a Compassionate caregiver who knows how to keep a level head during emergencies. Able to provide a number of services to patients to make them feel comfortable and safe at all...
Tina can also help with: Dementia, personal care, meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Tina is attentive, thorough, provides stellar care & gives proactive suggestions to help avoid health emergencies. Flexible as needs & schedules change. Delights dad so much he asks about & for her on her days off. You will be sorely missed."
Curtis R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm Certified Nurse's Aide with over 14 years of experience in an elderly settings, live in and live out, Dementia and Alzheimer's Disease stand up lift, Hoyer lift, great verbal and written communication skills, feeding, grooming, showers, catheter care, colostomy care, recording of input and output and reporting of any unusual...
Martha can also help with: Companionship, errands, light cleaning, hospice services, live-in home care, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Martha is caring amazing person she is patient
And understand of the person in her care needs .
I highly recommend her"
Donna K.
Susan Y.
Schenectady, NY
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have 10 years of experience with Senior Care. I can help with Transportation Services and Errands/Shopping and bathing and meal preps and light housekeeping
Susan can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, personal care, meal prep, dementia, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Sue was always there when I needed her. She took care of my father for the last six months of his life and I couldn’t have asked for a more caring and dependable person. "
Care member
I have been a CNA since 2002 been working in home care since 2019 I can also be a remote case manager that assist individual families in local communities with finding qualified and reliable caregivers. I will help you to discusses appropriate care options that best meets each family's care needs. my mission is to assist you...
Candace can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, live-in home care
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
Home Health Aide
I have been caring for people for over 20 years and really enjoy it. I am a graduate of practical nursing school. I have worked in many areas of the field . One employer was a nursing agency that has sent me to private homes, hospitals , convents , mental health centers . etc.. I have recently ( up to date ) Have been doing...
Tracy can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, errands, home modification & more
Skills:
CNA
Kathleen B.
Hagaman, NY
$20-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as kind, understanding, caring.
I'm looking for a job that helps someone
I started caring for seniors when I became a nurse.
In my spare time, I like to read, do crafts, spend time with my pets.
One thing you should know about me is I'm dependable and caring.
My skills include medication...
Kathleen can also help with: Mobility assistance, companionship, errands, dementia, meal prep
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
Susan Y.
Schenectady, NY
$30/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have previous experiences helping elderly people and dementia patients shower make meals light cleaning of the house and laundry and maybe grocery shopping
Susan can also help with: Live-in home care
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Marilyn E, LPN. I would like to start out by telling you a little bit more about myself, I have been a CNA for 13 years I am now an LPN. I have worked at Pathways Rehab and Nursing for 8 years. I'm very dependable and reliable and will treat your family w the dignity and respect they deserve. I enjoy being one on one. I would...
Marilyn can also help with: Personal care, respite care, dementia, hospice services
Skills:
CNA
Licensed Nurse
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Marilyn is very reliable and friendly she is a leader and we enjoyed her working with our family"
David W.
Lisa V.
Schenectady, NY
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I have over 10 years of experience. I can help with transportation services, personal care, etc. Experienced in home care, nursing home, hospice, and rehabilitation.
Lisa can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
CNA
5.0
"I watched Lisa care for her client (seemed more like family) for five years as I was a traveling massage therapist coming weekly to the family home. Lisa's care for her client truly moved me and restored my faith in humanity and care. I, myself have been a home...
Care member
4.9
(13)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
. I am a 15+ experienced caretaker with a broad scoop of experience. I can assess and notice changes in your loved ones, which saves lives. I am CPR and first aid certified along this I can do vitals, bladder scans, sugar checkups and so much that comes with the activities of daily living. I am looking forward to making changes...
Joy can also help with: Companionship, mobility assistance, personal care, light cleaning, specialized care, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Joy did a fantastic job with our 90+yr old mother. She has all the skills needed for personal care, companionship, and anything else you may need to be done such as housekeeping, etc..."
Kenneth A.
Kelly C.
Schenectady, NY
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Companionship, Housekeeping, Activities, Meal Prep, Part-time Evenings And Weekends.
4.5
(8)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Currently retired after 35 years at a Nursing home , worked as a certified nursing assistant and currently employed as a Activity Leader. I love working with the elderly and helping people whether it's personal care or just companionship. Reliable, honest and trustworthy. I love my job and love making others happy. Experience in...
Kelly can also help with: Personal care, respite care, dementia, hospice services, live-in home care
5.0
"I called Kelly a few days prior to my mom going into the hospital, interviewed her and hired her on the spot. I had full confidence that Kelly could take care of my mom and love her. Unfortunately, Kelly never got to meet my mom as she just passed away. Even...
Jennifer M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 18 plus years experience as a caregiver. While providing quality care in all settings. I have had the opportunity to assist in providing care to various populations: Alzheimer, Lewy Body Dementia, Parkinson Disease, disabilities that are classified under the OPWDD umbrella. Additionally, I have provided tracheotomy care...
Leslie can also help with: Hospice services, errands, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Leslie was amazing! She cared for my father for a week until he passed away and in that time she became family. He was very medically complex and she handled it all so well. She was so attentive to my father and always went above and beyond. She even came over on a...
Colleen K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello there, I am a 53-year-old woman who lives in Ballston Spa with my 24-year-old son. I have nothing that entangles me with my availability to care for you, or your loved one. I have an Associate Degree in Human Services and am taking online courses toward my Bachelor's Degree in the same with a focus on Elder/ End of life...
Annmarie can also help with: Companionship, dementia, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
4.0
"Annmarie was an addition to some short term care needed by my parents. Very last minute our plans changed and we found ourselves without a caregiver in the evenings. Thankfully Annmarie made herself available to help cover the hours. She helped around the house and...
Dale K.
5.0
(11)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Home Care services. Duties included assisting with (ADL) including personal care, hygiene, baths back rubs, shampoo, skin and nail care, dressing, exercises, ambulation and changing / making bed, meal prep, light housekeeping, med reminders, incontinence...
Aida can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, companionship, dementia, errands, home modification & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Aida cared for our 100 year old mother during both day and night shifts, during her last 6 weeks before she passed. She is very attentive, compassionate and professional. She is very hardworking and was always looking for additional things she could do to help...
Mary B.
Nicole M.
Ballston Spa, NY
$25-40/hr • 8 yrs exp
3.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
As a dedicated caregiver to elderly residents for 8 years of assisted living and memory care communities, and nursing homes I am an excellent match to the caregiver.
Deeply committed to treating my elderly clients with dignity and respect, my goal is to win their trust and alleviate any embarrassment or anxiety they may feel...
Nicole can also help with: Dementia, personal care, hospice services, visiting nurse, live-in home care, respite care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"She is a compassionate individual who truly cares. I would highly recommend her to other families in need"
Tyrell H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have many years experience in the healthcare field. caring for and assisting seniors, disabled individuals . Also light housekeeping , medication reminders , toileting, Dressing Bathing . Cooking etc. Doing Activities with individuals . Keeping them company . Able too work overnights and overtime. Also reg shift hours as...
Stacey can also help with: Light cleaning, mobility assistance, dementia, meal prep, companionship, personal care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Stacey was my Mom's care giver for the past three years. She is a kind and compassionate care giver who is knowledgeable about senior care. She was very patient and understanding when my mother was moody and difficult, not unusual for age and medication related...
Nadine M.
5.0
(1)
I am a certified Personal Care Assistant With experience using the Hoyer lift, sliding board, providing total care, bed bath, shower, feeling, running errands, meal preparation, blood sugar monitor, dementia and Alzheimer's care, housekeeping. Also CPR certified and completed phlebotomy certification at Bryant and Stratton. I am...
Nekisha can also help with: Respite care, dementia, hospice services, personal care, visiting physician
5.0
"We hired Nekisha about 1 1/2 - 2 years ago when Doris went into Hospice at home. Doris lived alone. She helped Doris in the evenings and on Saturdays. Doris love her. Nekisha set up a routine for Doris in the evening. If Nekisha was off we had to do the same...
Kathy W.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been taking care of elderly in their homes since April 2002. I have gone to nursing school for LPN and I am applying to take my NYS boards. I have experience with Alzheimer's and clients with dementia. I also helped families with end of life. Have worked several cases with the local Hospice. I have several references from...
Valerie can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, companionship, errands, dementia, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"We had a great experience with Valarie. She was very kind and attentive to my 94 yr old father. Always on time and kept lines of communication open. Highly recommend. "
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Recent home care reviews in Amsterdam, NY
Angel M.
5.0
Angel provided health care related services to my father during the last two years of his life. She did an exceptional job in taking care of all of my father's health concerns and needs. She is extremely professional and reliable.
In addition to the many care-taker services she performed, Angel...
- James D.
Lisa B.
5.0
She took great care of my parents. She is kind, caring , and very professional.
- Mike A.
Tina P.
5.0
Tina is attentive, thorough, provides stellar care & gives proactive suggestions to help avoid health emergencies. Flexible as needs & schedules change. Delights dad so much he asks about & for her on her days off. You will be sorely missed.
- Curtis R.
Martha T.
5.0
Martha is caring amazing person she is patient
And understand of the person in her care needs .
I highly recommend her
- Donna K.
Susan Y.
5.0
Sue was always there when I needed her. She took care of my father for the last six months of his life and I couldn’t have asked for a more caring and dependable person.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding home care in Amsterdam, NY
How much does private home care cost per hour near me in Amsterdam, NY?
The average rate for hiring a home care provider in Amsterdam, NY as of May, 2024 is $17.50 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 Amsterdam, NY?
Care.com has 2 home care providers for seniors in Amsterdam, NY. 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 Amsterdam, NY 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 Amsterdam, NY?
The types of home health care services near you in Amsterdam, NY 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 Amsterdam, NY 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 Amsterdam, NY?
If you need to hire senior home care near you in Amsterdam, NY, 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 Amsterdam, NY?
When you’re hiring in home health care services near you in Amsterdam, NY, 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 Amsterdam, NY home care listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Home Care in Amsterdam, NY are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed home care.