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85 home care are listed in Buffalo, NY
The average rate is $21/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby home care is 7 years
Home care in Buffalo, NY
4.9
(20)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
My name is Barbara. I have been working as a CNA for over 20 years now and I absolutely love what I do. I started off working full-time in a local nursing home, and after 2 years, I wanted a change and started working for Hospice as a Home Care aide and did that for 10 years. In between, I gained experience working part-time in...
Barbara can also help with: Hospice services, respite care, home modification, personal care, live-in home care, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Barb helped with my elderly father for about 11 months until his passing last week. It is difficult to put into words how kind and compassionate Barb always with my Dad, and how calming and supportive she was to myself and my family.
Barb was consummate...
Care member
4.6
(11)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
certified home health care aide. can only accept private pay only! have 4 yrs of experience being certified with 2 yrs of experience not being certified.
I'd describe my personality as out going easy to get along with
I like caring for seniors because I just find joy in taking care others. my son had a liver transplant and...
Janel can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Janel provided the overnight care we needed for our mom. Mom felt safe and comfortable during the night. We would recommend her to anyone who is in need of care for a loved one."
Annette R.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 15 years of experience caring and advocating for Senior's. My experience includes supporting people with multiple health issues, memory loss and depression. I am trained to pass medications, complete personal care with dignity, light housekeeping and preparing meals.
I am very caring, patient, outgoing and...
Amy can also help with: Respite care, dementia
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"Amy has been wonderful with my 81 year old mom who is covering from a stroke. She is highly knowledgeable, compassionate, professional and patient. She has a background in social work, which is very helpful. She has a great sense of humor, and clearly loves the...
Sarah D.
3.0
(7)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have over 30 yrs in nursing experience, I'm certified as an CNA, HHA, PCA, I also have over 27 years in private duty care in home , nursing home , Hospice and Hospital. I'm experienced in Dementia , wound care , bed sores , range of motion, colostomy care, Foley care, cancer, diet restrictions , medication prompting and light...
Dania can also help with: Companionship, errands, hospice services, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Timing and already in place staffing did not lead to hiring Donna yet. I am keeping her in mind trying to fit some pieces together for eldercare. My rating is based on interviewing her in person. I liked her compassion, references and approach to my mom's...
Andy L.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked in the health care field for 15 years. I have experience in all geriatric levels of care from independent/ assistive, skilled nursing and memory loss. I can provide all services such as light house keeping, bathing, dressing, feeding, meal prep, transportation, med assistance, companion ship and so on.
Alexis can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, home modification, dementia, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Alexis H. provided several years of care-giving services for my mother who had dementia. Her credentials were excellent with many years of experience as a professional care giver. Over time, as my mother's disease progressed, additional care givers were needed to...
Care member
Dawn R.
Buffalo, NY
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Personal Home Health Care Aid, Companionship, housekeeping , Meal Prep. And A New Friend.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Dawn. I am 50 years old and live in the Town of Cheektowaga Area. I have been an HHA for 30 Years. Over this time, I've worked with Six long term clients, And Three different Agencies. These people started off my clients and became my closest friends, A few felt very much life family. I've always been very reliable...
Dawn can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, mobility assistance, light cleaning, companionship, home modification & more
5.0
"She is a thoughtful caring hard worker who will always do what she is asked to do in a timely manner."
Patrick H.
5.0
(1)
I have many years experience with working with the elderly population . I have worked in hospitals , group homes , nursing homes and private home doing care . I have a lot of skills in bathing , cleaning, laundry, errands, passing , and wound care . I have a clean license . I very reliable . .
Amanda can also help with: Personal care, dementia
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Experienced Senior care giver available. Previous experience with medication blood pressure diabetic blood sugar levels and specific diets. I dress cook clean and bath clients with experience in all type of home services. I do personal shopping and errand running. I have experience with alzheimers patients and dementia patients....
Kristin can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, errands, hospice services, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
5.0
"Kristen is the prefect fit for caring for our mother. She is caring, capable, dependable, punctual, flexible, and always going above and beyond. A welcome addition to our care team. We highly recommend Kristen."
Marcia S.
5.0
(3)
Have many years attending to the well being care of loved ones, providing safe mobility, personal care, errands, light housekeeping, meal preparation, physical activity, companionship, retired from a high pressure job and am able to work more hours devoted to senior home care. Very dependable, caring, honest, educated,...
Diane can also help with: Errands, meal prep, mobility assistance, home modification, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Diane is one of the most giving and caring people I know. She never hesitates to help someone no matter what their need might be. Anyone would be lucky to have Diane as their caretaker."
Nanette T.
Elizabeth D.
Buffalo, NY
$22-44/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience w Alzheimer's and dementia patients and I work in 2 nursing homes as a certify nurse assistant and range of motion aide
Elizabeth can also help with: Hospice services, personal care, dementia, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"I highly recommend her as an outstanding caregiver. Her dedication to providing exceptional care, her warm and compassionate personality, and her unwavering optimism make her the perfect choice for anyone in need of support and care. You can trust. She will make a...
Care member
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a mother of a beautiful 9-year-old looking for long term opportunities to help care for you or your loved one.
I have 20 plus years experience that I established working in Nursing Facilities and also independently, in private residents. I've had a wide variety of clients ranging from companion care to full assist/ total...
Kelly can also help with: Hospice services, respite care, personal care, home modification, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a reliable, organized, patient and creative caregiver. I have 4+ years of experience providing companionship, meal preparation, medication assistance, light housekeeping, socializing, personal services such as bathing, dressing, mobility assistance, Alzheimer's and other dementias care, transportation, prescription pick...
Tiffany can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, mobility assistance, hospice services, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Tiffany worked for me taking care of my mom during the final stages of her dementia. Her soft spoken approach, easy going attitude was perfect dealing with my mom and her moods. She was extremely flexible and willing to jump in and help out in anyway. And very...
Julie F.
Roshand S.
Buffalo, NY
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Roshand I have 27 years of experience working in the healthcare field I also work for 22 years for kaleida health working in a hospital setting I'm very reliable , dependable and responsible and very compassionate also able to make a direct plan of care if needed l also have experience an knowledge of all types...
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Roshand is very knowledgeable regarding home health care. She is kind, caring, punctual and organized. She treats my loved one like I would."
Michelle K.
Tina R.
Buffalo, NY
$17-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Tina, I am very Interested in the position you are offering, I have 2 years + Experience with elderly care. I am Very motivated and trust worthy caregiver willing to care for your loved one. I always go above and beyond my expectations, I am great at multitasking and practice safety skills with extreme importance....
Tina can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, transportation, meal prep, errands, personal care & more
5.0
"Friendly; Outgoing; Trustworthy; Dependable; Caring. Takes the initiative to do things without being asked. She is a fantastic addition to the care taking team for my mother. I highly recommend her."
Kathy K.
4.0
(8)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello. My name is Ashley I'm a 34yrs old senior caregiver . I've been in this line of work just about my whole life. It run's in my blood you could say. I'm very kind caring and take my job's very serious. I always go up and beyond in all of my cases. Very dependable trust worthy honest. I've always been one to have a big heart...
Ashley can also help with: Companionship, errands, mobility assistance, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Ashley is a fantastic worker! She cares for her patient, she helped take care of my mother for a little over two years before her passing. She makes sure all her needs are met. She goes above and beyond with extra tasks (cleaning, socializing, getting to know the...
Care member
Dawn B.
Buffalo, NY
$21/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi, I've been a CNA/PCA/HHA for 24 years in skilled nursing, hospitals, private home care,,, I'm experienced in all geriatric care , acute, long-term and Hospice Care, Shopping, light housekeeping, Medication, Ambulation, and all ADls of Elder Care,,,,,,, My rate of pay. is $18-- $25,,,, I am very knowledgeable in all aspects of...
Dawn can also help with: Dementia, home modification, hospice services, companionship, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
5.0
"Dawn is a very hard worker always on time. Very dependable very responsible and respectful. Has a great personality and is amazing intellectual. Hire her you will not be disappointed at all we highly recommend her. She does great work she has been working with my...
Lanique W.
Felicia M.
Buffalo, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
LPN Graduate With Eight Years Experience Looking For A Part-time Position
4.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
College:
Trocaire College Buffalo, NY
Erie Community College Buffalo, NY
Human Services, 2016
First Aid & CPR/AED certificate
Volunteer Experience:
AutumnView HealthCare Facility
Garden Gate HealthCare Facility
Erie County Medical Center
Brothers Of Mercy Long Term Care
Hello I am a Nursing graduate, looking for a part...
Felicia can also help with: Home modification, hospice services, companionship, light cleaning, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"It is most certainly my honor to have been asked to provide a review/recommendation for Felicia. Bottom line: My 96 year old grandmother needed help with meals and medication reminders. Felicia always picked up hours and covered shifts when other employees called...
Kevin K.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm a retired RN who has worked in homecare for years. It can be a difficult time for seniors as they lose their independence. I moved to Buffalo to take care of my mom with Alzheimer's. It was one of the best decisions I ever made. Keeping seniors at home is so important to their well being. I have experience as a field nurse...
Paula can also help with: Personal care, visiting nurse, hospice services, dementia
5.0
"Paula has been with us for about 3 months. She is very knowledgeable and patient and is an excellent caregiver. She is dependable and has really shown an interest in my mom. She is a team player and
always is willing to fill in when we are in need of someone to...
Gina S.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As of MARCH 2024, I AM ACTIVELY LOOKING FOR A NEW CLIENTS!!!
My schedule is flexible and fluid. MY Ideal working hours are early mornings (6:30a-7 a.m. start time). It is great for relieving the overnight caregiver. Of course, mornings, afternoons, and the occasional evening would work, too.
I have many years of experience...
Jennifer can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning, companionship, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I hired Jen to care for my elderly mother. My mom absolutely loves her & they have become great friends! I am soooo thankful for her assistance as I cannot be there all the time. Jen was punctual & professional - but also brings her fun energy and puts a smile on...
Sarah M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a wife and mother of 5. I love taking care of my family and home! I have worked with seniors for over 10 years, they bring me such joy! I am prompt, dependable and organized. I will treat your loved one like family and do my best to lighten your load.
Sandra can also help with: Meal prep, respite care, hospice services, personal care, errands, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Sandra helped with my mother w/ progressive late stages of MS and life; for years. She is an amazing caregiver, mother and friend. Will always be so grateful for having her in our lives."
Jennifer C.
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Recent home care reviews in Buffalo, NY
Barbara C.
5.0
Barb helped with my elderly father for about 11 months until his passing last week. It is difficult to put into words how kind and compassionate Barb always with my Dad, and how calming and supportive she was to myself and my family.
Barb was consummate professional, always on time; even with the...
- Care member
Janel L.
5.0
Janel provided the overnight care we needed for our mom. Mom felt safe and comfortable during the night. We would recommend her to anyone who is in need of care for a loved one.
- Annette R.
Amy L.
5.0
Amy is a very caring and fun caregiver. She’s a very warm person and has a great connection with my family member.
- Care member
Dania B.
5.0
Dania was absolutely wonderful with my uncle. She did everything we needed her to do and more. I can't thank her and her son for the great job they did. I would definitely hire her again!
- Eve W.
Alexis H.
5.0
Alexis H. provided several years of care-giving services for my mother who had dementia. Her credentials were excellent with many years of experience as a professional care giver. Over time, as my mother's disease progressed, additional care givers were needed to provide extended daytime coverage....
- Care member
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FAQs for finding home care in Buffalo, NY
How much does private home care cost per hour near me in Buffalo, NY?
The average rate for hiring a home care provider in Buffalo, NY as of May, 2024 is $21.18 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 Buffalo, NY?
Care.com has 85 home care providers for seniors in Buffalo, 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 Buffalo, 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 Buffalo, NY?
The types of home health care services near you in Buffalo, 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 Buffalo, 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 Buffalo, NY?
If you need to hire senior home care near you in Buffalo, 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 Buffalo, NY?
When you’re hiring in home health care services near you in Buffalo, 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 Buffalo, NY home care listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.4 / 5
Home Care in Buffalo, NY are rated 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 103 reviews of the 85 listed home care.