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Pauline C.
Chester, CT
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Companion/Caregiver ...Alzheimers/Dementia Experienced....refrences Available
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My experience with senior care comes from caring for my own loved ones when they were faced with change and challenges as they aged. Alzheimer's/dementia clients need someone who has patience, understanding the disease and the stages. I currently care for 2 clients with Alzheimer's and I understand the challenges that come with...
Pauline can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
(1)
I have many years of experience. I am excellent in assisting with daily activities. I am friendly and easy going. I am CNA and BLS certified. I have been a companion for over 10 years and have been working as a CNA for 3+ years.
Luisa can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services, dementia, personal care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"My husband and I found Luisa to be punctual, professional and capable. We definitely plan on hiring her, if she is available, in the future. We wish her great success!!!
Elizabeth and Dick S"
Elizabeth S.
Cindy G.
Old Saybrook, CT
$41/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Personnel Care Giver ; Seeking Part Time Work! Short Notice Is Fine/very Flexible,
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm a active/energetic "empty nester" care giver with 16 years experience with elder care. My first two seniors had Alzheimer's which was both a learning experience and challenging, at times. Currently, I'm looking for part time position near Old Saybrook (18-30hrs weekly). I'm caring for a woman with ALS in Essex , very part...
Cindy can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, mobility assistance, companionship, errands, personal care & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Cindy is friendly, has a good sense of humor, is extremely loyal and cares about the people she works for."
Nancy V.
4.9
(9)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 16years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Respite Care. I will always make sure that your family member is happy and taken care of while I am with them. I love helping our elderly community and I have excellent references if needed. I am a diligent, hardworking individual who will make sure to...
Jean can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care, errands, hospice services, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Jean recently began working as a caregiver to my Father-in-law. She had been incredible in every way. Jean has an amazing sense for knowing what is important, adapting to the needs of her client and demonstrating an incredible work ethic and commitment. We could...
Julie W.
Amanuah T.
Old Saybrook, CT
$21-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I have 10 years of experience. I am dedicated to patients in both facility and home environments. I am supportive, caring, compassionate and very patience I am looking to leverage my passion and commitment to adults and senior care. I can help with transportation services, excellent with organization , including hygiene,...
Amanuah can also help with: Hospice services, live-in home care, dementia, companionship, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Hi,
I am writing to highly recommend Amanuah for any future caregiver's opportunities. Amanuah has been a valuable to us and has consistently demonstrated exceptional performance in her role.
Amanuah has a natural ability to connect with people and has shown...
Adam S.
Maxine K.
Old Saybrook, CT
$30-46/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
I am dedicated to healthcare needs for the elderly and seniors. I have 10 plus years of experience in healthcare in the hospital facility and home environment. I am caring attentive compassionate and very patient to all needs of my patient and family. I ran errands drive and total organization of safety hygiene range of motion...
Maxine can also help with: Dementia, companionship, hospice services, light cleaning, errands, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Maxine was absolutely amazing as our healthcare provider for our mother. "
Sue T.
5.0
(1)
I have been a CNA for about 15 years! I love helping others and I'm a very caring and compassionate individual! I treat the people I care for as if they were my family member. I have experience with dementia and Alzheimer's along with other conditions.
I worked In an Alzheimer's facility for 3 years and I previously worked as a...
Jade can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services, errands, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"She is very prompt and professional. Positive attitude and always very happy and caring "
Care member
Amy W.
Old Lyme, CT
$10-20/hr
I am very passionate about caring for the elderly; I have been providing basic care for my grandmother on a part-time basis for many years, and handled much of my grandfather's care prior to his passing. I love working with and caring for the elderly.
Amy can also help with: Meal prep, personal care, transportation, light cleaning, errands
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello !
I grew up in Old Saybrook and currently reside in Clinton. I have several years experience in HomeCare, I am a Certified Nursing Assistant In good standing.
My experience has been with ALS, Dementia, Alzheimer's, Hospice Care, and Parkinson's. Assisting with all ADLs, medication administration, monitoring vitals. I am...
Sallyann can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, errands, home modification & more
Skills:
CNA
Elizabeth C.
East Haddam, CT
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Retired RN Of 15 Years, Overnights Are My Specialty!
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm a retired cardiac RN of 15 years.
I have extensive experience with the elderly and medically vulnerable, including hospice patients & have been consistently providing home caregiving to clients since 2020. I am now looking to become independent and branch out on my own.
I'm willing to do housework (general...
Elizabeth can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, companionship, dementia, errands, meal prep & more
I am a very caring and responsible LPN. I have 15 years of experience from primary care/addictions medicine/mental health. I can help with Home Care and Medical Management. Willing to run errands, meal preparation, light housekeeping.
Tracy can also help with: Personal care, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
I am an extremely reliable and compassionate caregiver, that truly enjoys assisting and spending time with the elderly.
Lyn can also help with: Visiting physician, dementia
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Certified & Insured PCT with 25 yrs experience in the medical field. I provide quality in home care for your loved ones promoting safe, healthy, happy, independent living. I also have great experience with Dementia and Alzheimer's. References available upon request.
Tracy can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, personal care, home modification, respite care
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
A few years ago I cared for a lady whose dementia got progressively worse. I was her daily (M-F) companion and helped her with meal prep, housework, cat care and shopping.
I've also cared for an 89-year-old gentleman with Alzheimer's four days per week. I was with the family for two years. Unfortunately, his disease had...
Mary can also help with: Personal care, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
For over 40 years, I have appreciated wisdom born of experience that exudes from our elders. Caring for seniors has been my vocation and my avocation from youth.
In my early 20's I was asked to care for seniors who were family friends. For my career, I was a Home Economics teacher (now Consumer and Family Sciences). During that...
Merrie can also help with: Respite care, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia
In recent years I have worked with and formed strong bonds with my clients. A full-time position as a private caregiver to a wheel-chair bound woman was offered to me by a friend and I worked with her for 6 years. It was more than a job, it was a strong friendship. My tasks included companionship, medication management,...
Jeannette can also help with: Errands, personal care, companionship, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
I don't have much experience caring for seniors, but I have cared for people in the past. I spent a lot of time caring for a woman who was in her final stages of MS. I went to doctor appointments, cleaned, and took care of her personal needs. I'm looking for work during the week and would love to help care for someone.
Kathryn can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, hospice services, personal care & more
Hi there! .
I have 8 years of nursing experience working with seniors which has been my passion! I am specialized in geriatrics, memory care, and hospice. I value treating my patients with respect and dignity. I stride to build a relationship of trust, so that they feel comfortable communicating all their needs. Whether that be...
Emily can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, hospice services
Skills:
CPR
Hi, My name is Sandy and seniors have a special place in my heart. I was always close with my only grandparent. As an adult I have had the opportunity to spend many an hour at senior facilities doing therapy dog work just to find some people want someone just to talk too. When I had a career I did cancer Alzheimer's research. In...
Sandy can also help with: Dementia, respite care, personal care
Laura M.
Westbrook, CT
$12-17/hr • 9 yrs exp
I have had 9 plus years working with adult residents with Alzheimer's and dementia in a residential care facility. My duties included bathing, dressing, and toileting. I also spent time talking with them about their families and about things that were important to them. Making sure they were comfortable and happy was something...
Laura can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, personal care, errands
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Recent home care reviews in Chester, CT
Luisa B.
5.0
My husband and I found Luisa to be punctual, professional and capable. We definitely plan on hiring her, if she is available, in the future. We wish her great success!!!
Elizabeth and Dick S
- Elizabeth S.
Cindy G.
5.0
Cindy is friendly, has a good sense of humor, is extremely loyal and cares about the people she works for.
- Nancy V.
Jean B.
5.0
Jean has been coming for almost two weeks now, bright and early, with a can-do attitude and a smile, every single weekday morning to help me take care of my mom.
She's been an absolute godsend - doesn't need to be given an itemized list of all the 101 things that need doing; she just starts...
- Rye H.
Amanuah T.
5.0
Hi,
I am writing to highly recommend Amanuah for any future caregiver's opportunities. Amanuah has been a valuable to us and has consistently demonstrated exceptional performance in her role.
Amanuah has a natural ability to connect with people and has shown genuine care and concern for the...
- Adam S.
Maxine K.
5.0
Phenomenal worker and exceptionally reliable; competent and respectful of my now deceased mother during several weeks of work in the summer of 2022.
- Mark M.
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FAQs for finding home care in Chester, CT
How much does private home care cost per hour near me in Chester, CT?
The average rate for hiring a home care provider in Chester, CT as of May, 2024 is $30.00 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 Chester, CT?
Care.com has 1 home care providers for seniors in Chester, CT. 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 Chester, CT 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 Chester, CT?
The types of home health care services near you in Chester, CT 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 Chester, CT 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 Chester, CT?
If you need to hire senior home care near you in Chester, CT, 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 Chester, CT?
When you’re hiring in home health care services near you in Chester, CT, 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.