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60 home care are listed in Central Islip, NY
The average rate is $25/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby home care is 8 years
Home care in Central Islip, NY
Tamilyn C.
North Babylon, NY
$25-41/hr • 10 yrs exp
Available Companion Will Come To Take Care Of Your Loved One. I Clean, Cook, Can Take Them Shopping
5.0
(5)
I have experience working with seniors as a companion since 2008. Working in a senior center to their own home. I have experience with dementia, alzheimer's, copd and cancer. I know how to use oxygen if needed. I get CPR certifications yearly. I'm a bubbly type of person. I will talk to them, cook, clean, do laundry, bake, play...
Tamilyn can also help with: Errands, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, transportation, companionship & more
5.0
"Tammy took Care of my Dad for a little over 3 years he loved her, felt so safe and cared for when she was here She took amazing care of him! If I got called into work and needed her to care for him on her days off she never said no always was here for him when he...
Gina M.
Sonia V.
Huntington Station, NY
$27-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
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A little about yourself
My name is Sonia I am 41 years old. I have 3 kids and a wonderful grandson. I have 5 _ years of experience of being a care taker.
Sonia can also help with: Personal care, dementia, meal prep, errands, light cleaning
5.0
"Sonia was GREAT! She was patient, kind, and compassionate. Her primary role was caring for our 91 year old mom, who was sick with lymphoma and other complications. Sadly, we transitioned my Mom to hospice. Sonia helped with meals, medications, bathing, and more....
Edward L.
Antonia V.
Huntington Station, NY
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Antonia I'm 55 years old and I have over 10+ years experience working in the medical field. My previous employment was at the Ymca as property management coordinator for over 10 years . Over the years I have come to love working with my favorite people, the elderly. Unfortunately my previous employer , the...
Antonia can also help with: Personal care, live-in home care, dementia
5.0
"Antonia ( Annie) is fabulous! She cared for my mother for several years- while my mom's dementia was still mild, up until her death from dementia when she was pretty much bed-ridden. Antonia was always on time, would always be willing to work extra hours, spend...
Susan G.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I AM EXPERIENCED IN ALL PHASES OF SENIOR CARE AND HAVE EXPERIENCE AS A CASE WORKER. Available for daily, LAST minute or emergency fill in. Available to do errands, food shopping, cooking meals and Doctor Appointments. Available to do laundry, light house cleaning, keeping organization in the home. Knowledge of medications and...
Kathi can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, dementia, light cleaning, errands, personal care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Kathi just started working with my mom and has shown to be compassionate, caring and very interested in my mom's well being."
Donna H.
Theresa A.
Bay Shore, NY
$40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
I was 1st certified in 2008 as a CNA. I worked in a rehab/nursing home doing both geriatric/rehab care. At the end of my time there I worked solely on a dementia floor. I took leave for an injury and have been doing private cases since then.
My love for taking care of the elderly/sick started at 15 when my grandfather fought a...
Theresa can also help with: Companionship, mobility assistance, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Theresa is kind and caring. Very trustworthy. I would recommend her to anyone!"
Patty M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi !! My name is Maria, I have been working as a companion for about 10 years now. I am a teacher assistant during the school year and I am a mother of two wonderful children. I am looking for a part time companion job during the week and on weekends , some time when I am off from school I can provide to work more hours ... I am...
5.0
"We couldn't have asked for a better caregiver. Maria is energetic, competent and extremely engaging. My parents absolutely adore her! It gives us such peace of mind."
Barbara M.
5.0
(5)
I'd describe my personality as hardworking, attentive, and patient.
I'm looking for a job that encourages and inspires me everyday to be a good role model for those around me. I'd love to leave an impression on those I take care of to be better everyday.
I started working with the elderly when I was young. I started...
Stella can also help with: Light cleaning, mobility assistance, errands, companionship, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Stella is reliable and caring
She goes above and beyond to take care of her clients
I highly recommend Stella, you will not be disappointed she is excellent !! "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have provided care to seniors ranging from minimal care needed such as companion to senior care to maximum care needed such as dementia patients, wheelchair bound and post surgical care. I am a loving, trusting and compassionate woman who enjoys working with people where I can make a positive difference in the lives of others....
Marie can also help with: Home modification, dementia, respite care, live-in home care, hospice services, personal care & more
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
5.0
(2)
2007 to 2012: I took care of my mother-in-law who lived with us in her old ages; she had dementia and several health complications.
2018 to 2020: I watched a lovely husband and wife. He was in his mid 90's, and she was in her late 80's with dementia. I would dress them, take care of their medications, and prepare three meals a...
Michael can also help with: Live-in home care, personal care, hospice services, dementia
5.0
"Michael was the primary caretaker of my father and step mother, My Dad passed Nov 2019 and he stayed on and took care of my step mom until her situation needed to be changed. He treated them like they were his family. My father had a skin cancer behind is ear,...
Michele L.
Dajeka M.
Bay Shore, NY
$18/hr • 1 yrs exp
Compassionate Nursing Student And Trained CNA With Clinical Experience
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Dajeka, a compassionate caregiver with clinical experience in Alzheimer's care and a trained CNA. I'm dedicated to providing exceptional care and companionship to seniors on Long Island. My passion is enriching the lives of the elderly with respect, kindness, and professionalism.
Dajeka can also help with: Dementia, errands, personal care, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Dajeka was very kind and professional. She put her all into adapting to my father’s needs and was extremely conscientious and thoughtful. I would be pleased to work with her again."
Care member
5.0
(7)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have always loved being a caregiver for children, animals and the senior population. I have 20+yrs of experience with Seniors including my position of Office Manager/Client Care Coordinator for 14 yrs with a Home Care and 5 yrs with a Nursing Home. I am reliable, honest, dependable, organized, clean, active and I love to cook....
Karen can also help with: Dementia
5.0
"We had the pleasure of getting to know Karen when she came to care for our mother. She is a natural at what she does and we were lucky and grateful to have her in our lives during a time that was very overwhelming.
She is very professional, compassionate, capable...
Catherine M.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I enjoy giving and caring for the elderly. My first experience was with my mother-in-law. I cared for her completely for 10 weeks. My first job was for a 70-year-old woman with the onset of dementia and mostly blind, I cared for her for five years. My next job I took care of an 89-year-old woman with the onset of dementia. She...
Dolores can also help with: Personal care, dementia
5.0
"Dolores was amazing with my mother, who has dementia. She took such great care of all of my mother's needs. Dolores also took time to learn about our culture ( our clothes , food and music ) in an effort to make my mom more comfortable. It was a pleasure and a...
Furkhunda R.
Donna Ann M.
Bayport, NY
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Part Time Companion Position/light Housekeeping/errands/meal Prep/transportation
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have held 4 senior care/companion positions, starting in 2018. My clients had varying degrees of needed care. My responsibilities included meal preps, mobility assistance, administering medications, assistance with dressing, transportation to doctor appointment's/shopping, light housekeeping/laundry. I love all animals so if...
Donna Ann can also help with: Dementia, errands, mobility assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship & more
5.0
"Donna has gone above and beyond for my parents. She started out as a senior companion and helping take them to Drs. appointments and eating bagels by the Bay :-) Unfortunately my mothers health took a turn for the worse and Donna stepped up and helped more than I...
Miranda P.
Kathy D.
Ronkonkoma, NY
$22-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Kathy I was a nursing assistant and now I do private care. I'm looking for full time but can adjust some hours. I started my nursing career in 1993. I take care of all elders. I have a lot of experience with Alzheimer's, Dementia, hospice and all elder care. I can manage medication. I like to kept active and love...
Kathy can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, home modification, hospice services, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Kathy came to us towards the end of my fathers life. From the moment they met we knew they would be best friends! She was so caring and made him feel special and loved every day. While he was still able to they talked, played games, listened to music and video...
Ken C.
Kimara A.
Bay Shore, NY
$24-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
CNA Available For Home Health Care, Companionship Housekeeping And Meal Preparation
5.0
(8)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a Certified CNA for 20 yrs I have done in home care , Nursing Homes also worked with people with development disability. I have vast experience with vents, dementia and Alzheimer's. My philosophy is that' all patients and individuals and family members are treated with dignity and respect. I support families values and I...
Kimara can also help with: Visiting physician, personal care, hospice services, dementia, home modification
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Kim has been a wonderful asset in helping to care for my elderly Parents. She has been with us for a few months now , always very professional and caring- advises us on what we can do to improve their situation, keep them safe. On a number of occasions, due to...
Brigitte F.
I babysat for a family and eventually became a caregiver for the children's grandmother. My duties included being a companion and doing some driving to doctor's appointments, running errands, etc. I really enjoyed this job because she was like a grandmother to me. We developed a nice bond. I would love to do work like this job...
Kristine can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, errands, light cleaning
I have 10 years of experience with seniors. I can help with Home Care and Meal Preparation. I do really love taking care of elderly and making memories with.
Cheryl can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, dementia
Hello my name is Christy. I'm a nursing assistant at stony brook in the ER. I am a very caring person and I love helping people. I've been employed at stony brook for 5 years now and I love it!! I'm currently looking for a second job.
Skills:
CNA
Jesus C.
Deer Park, NY
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Patient Care Technician Available Days Or Nights, Able To Travel National And International
I worked in Nursing Home for 5 years, and 16 years in a hospital in New York. I am Certificated Nursing Assistant, certificate Phlebotomist, and Certificate Patient Care Technician.
Jesus can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep, errands, respite care & more
Skills:
CNA
My name is Nicole, I have been doing this kind of work for over 10 plus years. I have worked in numerous facilities and assisted livings and nursing homes and hospitals. I just love working with the elderly to enjoy them and make them feel safe and wanted and also they can have their own independence as well..
Nicole can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
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Recent home care reviews in Central Islip, NY
Tamilyn C.
5.0
Tamilyn took care of my grandmother and she was wonderful. It's so nice to have someone you can trust to take care of the people you love when you can't do it yourself. She is great at what she does and very personable. We were very lucky to find her
- Kelly C.
Sonia V.
5.0
Sonia worked with my husband for over a year. She watched him overnight and dressed and groomed him in the mornings. She is very helpful and reliable.
- Jennifer E.
Antonia V.
5.0
Annie is the most caring person I ever met. She treated my Mom as if she were her own mother. She will do anything to help my mom
She will be a wonderful addition to anyone's family.
- Lori L.
Kathi N.
5.0
Kathi has been working with my relative, who is a special needs older adult. Kathi has sized up the situation quickly, and used patience, persistence, and good judgment in helping to improve our relative's quality of life while easing our burden of care being far away. She is smart, compassionate...
- Neil B.
Theresa A.
5.0
Theresa worked for our family for over three years. She was simply amazing in that she cared for my mother with such attention to detail and affection. She was excellent at managing all aspects of my mother’s care, always reliable, and willing to be flexible with her schedule when extra hours were...
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FAQs for finding home care in Central Islip, NY
How much does private home care cost per hour near me in Central Islip, NY?
The average rate for hiring a home care provider in Central Islip, NY as of May, 2024 is $25.38 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 Central Islip, NY?
Care.com has 8 home care providers for seniors in Central Islip, 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 Central Islip, 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 Central Islip, NY?
The types of home health care services near you in Central Islip, 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 Central Islip, 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 Central Islip, NY?
If you need to hire senior home care near you in Central Islip, 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 Central Islip, NY?
When you’re hiring in home health care services near you in Central Islip, 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.