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24 home care are listed in Auburn, ME
The average rate is $25/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby home care is 9 years
Home care in Auburn, ME
Mary P.
Auburn, ME
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello, I have been a caregiver for 10 years. I have experience with Dementia, Alzheimer's, Stroke and Hospice Care patients. I'm compassionate, very patient and dependable. I've always gotten along great with all my clients. I love talking with them and hearing all their stories.
Mary can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services, errands, companionship, dementia & more
5.0
"Mary was so good with my mother with Dementia. Mom was not always easy to handle but Mary found a way with her quiet and sweet personality to befriend her and get her necessary needs met. Mary was always on time and communicated well in the daily log."
Care member
Linda S.
Auburn, ME
$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Educated Social Services Professional/Certified End Of Life Doula (but I'm Fun, Too!)
5.0
(1)
As an older adult who's always been the "original Energizer bunny", I decided to slow my daily pace a bit.
Offering help & supports to other seniors is a natural fit; I started my work life as a nurse's aid as a teenager, grew up with grandparents on our home, and served on SeniorsPlus board for 8 years. My undergrad degree is...
Linda can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, mobility assistance, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Linda is an incredible lady, she is kind, respectful, and cares about her work. We have used Linda on multiple occasions and we would recommend her to anyone."
Ashley R.
I have 8 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Live-In Home Care. I have a bachelor's degree in Social and Behavioral Science. I love helping and taking care of my community. I love to put a smile on people. I have a great sense of humor. I have worked with people from different backgrounds and I am...
Sulekha can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, errands, meal prep, live-in home care, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
5.0
(2)
Hello my name is Shauwna. I am looking for a senior caregiver position in Maine. I am committed to being a qualified, disciplined person. I have my own transportation!
Service Abilities:
I will take care of personal care, simple dressing, and respite work. Meal prep, errands as well as housekeeping, help care for pets and also...
Shauwna can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, companionship, errands, home modification & more
5.0
"Shauwna is an excellent caregiver. She does a perfect job bathing, bathrooming, medicating, and caring. Of the ten or more caregivers who helped me take care of Dad, Shauwna was the absolute best."
Care member
I have a passion for seniors and helping! I am looking for jobs that I can take my 9-month-old son to.
Laura can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, errands, hospice services, companionship & more
A caregiver by nature, I have 10 years of experience between nursing home care, hospital care and in-home care. I am sarcastic, witty, smart and funny. While doing care, I try to keep it light with jokes and intellectual conversation. I love to hear about life stories and where life's adventures have taken you.
Jessica can also help with: Mobility assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Leya H.
Mechanic Falls, ME
$14-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have worked as an in home Behavioral Health Professional. I work at a school as well. I have experienced with ambulating and using a lift.
Leya can also help with: Errands, transportation, light cleaning, live-in home care, home modification, meal prep & more
Lisa S.
Lewiston, ME
$25-49/hr • 10 yrs exp
For the last 8 years I've been fortunate enough to call Maine my home. I've owned an Inn and my degree is in radiologic sciences... I took X-rays! When I moved to Maine I started working with the elderly and especially those dealing with Alzheimer's/Dementia. I love what I do. I'm also the Medical Administrator at an agency in...
Lisa can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, errands, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
Jennifer B.
Monmouth, ME
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Available For Companionship Housekeeping Home Health Aide Available Full Time
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been a certified caregiver with over 25 years experience. I have a kind heart I've worked with seniors, helping them with the skills bathing dressing, laundry cooking meals cleaning and med management I'm extremely dependable never miss work many references available I treat my patients like family I'm willing to bring...
Jennifer can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, live-in home care, respite care, companionship, personal care & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"We recently hired Jenn to care for my 83 year old mother who suffered a severe stroke in July. She is totally bedridden and now suffers dementia.
Jenn is a professional through and through. We were only able to have her for a short time as my mother is now...
Kip E.
Nicole H.
Bowdoin, ME
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have worked 30 years in health care. I have been a CNA in a nursing home for 10 years. I worked mostly on the dementia unit during that time. I am a PCA and have worked in people's homes. I have 14 years of experience working in a group home, assisting people with mental health disabilities. During that time, I was also...
Nicole can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands, hospice services, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"She is so caring and wonderful with the patients who come to our office.
I have worked with her for 9 years. She always comes in with a smile
She is a dedicated worker and takes great care in what ever she does."
Joline C.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a PSS/CRMA/DSP safety care certified. I am working towards my BHP. I have my First Aid and CPR for adults and children.
I have experience in working with adults/elderly and children with MR, Autism, Non Verbal, Severe MR, Down Syndrome, Alzheimer's, Dementia, Cancer, Hospice Care, End of life care, Huntington's disease....
Trudyjune can also help with: Dementia, visiting nurse, personal care, respite care, hospice services, home modification & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Trudy took care of my Dad for over a year. Her competent care and love gave our family great peace of mind. She provided more than just transportation to his doctors appointments; she helped him stay on point with the doctor and let us know what advice he received....
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hello, my name is Kimberly I am from Brunswick, I have 20 years experience in home health care, I really enjoy what I do, I enjoy hearing about their life's adventures, I enjoy puzzles, walks, drives, I also believe in giving them their space, I have a great sense of humor, love the outdoors, endless patience's, and very...
Kimberly can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, dementia, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"She is very caring to her clients. She's aways go's out of the way to get the needs for her clients. She has many years of experience and is very professional in home health care."
Johnny Y.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My #1 mission in doing this service, is to do what little bit I can to help a client stay in their home and out of a facility. I have worked in care-giving for the elderly for 18years. I have worked with agencies as well as for myself, and I would rather work on my own. I prefer to have my own discretion as to if my client needs...
Jeanette can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, personal care, respite care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
I have more than 15 years of experience in the medical field. I approach caregiving from a whole person wellness perspective and believe people feel their best when all aspects of the person are well cared for. I have experience in dementia care, Geri-psych, rehabilitation, hospice care, and companion care. I would love the...
Ellen can also help with: Errands, dementia, hospice services, personal care, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Penny B.
Oxford, ME
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Penny and I am looking to care for an individual who needs some extra support in their home. I am an LPN and have over 30 years experience in the nursing field, with 25 years in a nursing home and 6 years in home care. Throughout my years in the field, I have gained extensive knowledge on the importance of...
Penny can also help with: Dementia, personal care, hospice services, visiting nurse
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
My name is Beletu. I love helping elderly or disabled people. I have been doing this type of work for over 10 years. I have worked with all types of individuals and no task is too small or too big.
Beletu can also help with: Live-in home care, companionship, errands, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Lacey I live in south paris maine
I am a compassionate caring person. I have 10 years of experience. I have worked in-and-out of the hospital caring for patients. My experience is caring for patients getting vital signs bathing patients, feedings, wound care, hospices care, assisting in medications. Taking patients to their...
Lacey can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia & more
Hello there!
My name is Molly & I work for a company. I work under a RN, we provide home care for families.
A little about myself, I'm a nursing student, with 6+ years as a CNA! I have worked in hospital setting and also at a senior living facility owned by my mom!
I think home care is great- having a little extra help in...
Molly can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, errands, home modification, dementia, light cleaning & more
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Karen.
I am a professional caregiver with more than 20yrs experience in the field of caring for the elderly. I began as a CNA working in nursing homes. Where I received extensive training with dementia care and medication training.
I became a home health aide after my mother became ill and I found it difficult...
Karen can also help with: Errands, companionship, dementia, hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
Home Health Aide
I'm a light hearted care giver who takes pride in helping elders live their best life. I previously managed a 70 bed memory care unit. Looking forward to being spend more quality time with those I care for. I have experience with meal service, housekeeping, medication administration, dementia specific training, and providing...
Olivia can also help with: Live-in home care, personal care, respite care, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia & more
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Recent home care reviews in Auburn, ME
Mary P.
5.0
Mary was so good with my mother with Dementia. Mom was not always easy to handle but Mary found a way with her quiet and sweet personality to befriend her and get her necessary needs met. Mary was always on time and communicated well in the daily log.
- Care member
Linda S.
5.0
Linda is an incredible lady, she is kind, respectful, and cares about her work. We have used Linda on multiple occasions and we would recommend her to anyone.
- Ashley R.
Shauwna C.
5.0
We hired Shawna for our mom after hip surgery. Shawna is an excellent caregiver and companion for our mom. She keeps a daily log of what they do together and mom considers her to be a friend which makes us very happy.
- Betty Jo B.
Jennifer B.
5.0
Jennifer recently helped us with my 92-year old father who had entered hospice at home. She was fantastic--professional, experienced and supportive to everyone in our family but paid special attention to my father's needs. The two of them quickly established a nice rapport and he always liked and...
- Andrew M.
Nicole H.
5.0
She was born to be a caregiver!! Genuine, caring, loyal, trustworthy!!
- Care member
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FAQs for finding home care in Auburn, ME
How much does private home care cost per hour near me in Auburn, ME?
The average rate for hiring a home care provider in Auburn, ME as of May, 2024 is $25.00 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 Auburn, ME?
Care.com has 3 home care providers for seniors in Auburn, ME. 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 Auburn, ME 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 Auburn, ME?
The types of home health care services near you in Auburn, ME 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 Auburn, ME 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 Auburn, ME?
If you need to hire senior home care near you in Auburn, ME, 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 Auburn, ME?
When you’re hiring in home health care services near you in Auburn, ME, 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.