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60 home care are listed in Colchester, CT
The average rate is $19/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby home care is 9 years
Home care in Colchester, CT
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Managing care is what I do. Food prep, shopping, errands, scheduling. You name it. I am passionate about taking care of my clients. I am CPR certified. I have been certified as a CNA since 2012 and still am currently. As well as PCA & RA. I have worked with dementia patients, paraplegic, IV drains, diabetes. Look forward of...
Katherine can also help with: Errands, companionship, hospice services, live-in home care, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
Wound Care
5.0
"We hired Katherine to help with our 95 year old mother stay in her home. Katherine can relate to mom and works to make sure mom is safe in her home. Mom looks forward to her coming each week. I would recommend Katherine."
Janet L.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have more than 30 years of experience as a certified caregiver for seniors, including Dementia and all stages of Alzheimer's. I have provided live-in, overnight and intermittent care, medication management and transfers. I am a licensed, insured driver for appointments and errands.
Susan can also help with: Home modification, live-in home care, respite care, dementia, personal care, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Susan is a very hard worker and efficient. Delightful!"
Susan S.
Dina A.
Colchester, CT
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Home Health Aide Available Full-Time. 20 Years Of Experience.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am responsible, and reliable. A nurturer by heart. I give one hundred percent in anything I do. Certified in Dementia, Alzheimer's, and End of Life. Proficient in providing exceptional in home support to patients with a wide range of disabilities, or other challenges. Certified Home Health Aide for 30+ years.
Dina can also help with: Hospice services, personal care, respite care, visiting nurse, dementia, home modification & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
CNA
5.0
(10)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I am a blessed mother of two grown children and grandma. I have spent my life devoted to being of service to others.
I made the shift to caregiving about 4 years ago after a dear friend was diagnosed with cancer and found it to be very rewarding. I cared for her from treatment to her last day. Most recently cared for a...
Katheryn can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, mobility assistance, errands, light cleaning, dementia & more
5.0
"Kathy is an amazing light with great intentions compassion. She's been a cherished addition to our family."
Jennifer S.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
PCA with valid certificate. Experience with paralazation, diabetics, heart conditions, feeding tube, dementia and medication assistance
Charlene can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, personal care, respite care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Charlene is literally the best and I would highly recommend her when she is available. She is reliable and punctual and has made a extremely difficult situation with my Mother much easier. She has a great personality and my mom truly loves her, she has become part...
Matthew J.
Brandi S.
Marlborough, CT
$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Brandi A Compassionate, Experienced, Empathetic, Caregiver That YOU Should HIRE!!
Hello! My name is Brandi, I am a 30-year-old caregiver located in Marlborough who is currently seeking mostly *daytime work (8-4) but can be flexible. I am currently an evening nursing student and a certified nurses assistant ( CNA on CT state registry). I am CPR, first aide, and basic life support certified. I have over a...
Brandi can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, errands, light cleaning, companionship, hospice services & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Home Health Aide
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, meal prep, companionship, dementia, hospice services, errands & more
Hello,
I am a caring and dependable caregiver with experience in everything from companionship, doctor visits, budget shopping, cooking healthy meals, exercising to improve range of motion, memory care, dementia, gardening, light housekeeping, bathing, grooming, laundry, and all forms of activities of daily living. Reach out to...
Jacqueline can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, hospice services, companionship, dementia, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
I am a personal care attendant. I am looking for a part time job visiting with a seniors and doing some light housekeeping and cooking. I will also run errands, or just sit and chat and play a game. I used to love doing these things with my grandma when she was alive.
Doreen can also help with: Transportation, personal care, light cleaning, meal prep, errands
Worked for Interim Healthcare for 17 years, moved on to Private Care. Have had 2 Long term cases. Experienced in Dementia Care, and Hospice. Reliable, Responsible, Excellent References.
Lisa can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, companionship, personal care, errands, light cleaning & more
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: Home modification, personal care, dementia, respite care, hospice services
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
I have over 20 years of experience. I graduated with an associates degree in nursing in 2005. Prior to that I worked as a CNA in the hospital, skilled nursing, and private duty settings. I was a volunteer EMT and CPR instructor. As a nurse, I have worked med/surg, pediatrics, family practice, psychiatric, and Homecare. I have...
Michele L can also help with: Respite care, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, dementia, personal care & more
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Natalia and I have a passion for providing compassionate care for elderly individuals. With 20 years of experience, I am confident in my ability to meet the unique needs of each person I work with. From assisting with daily activities such as showering, dressing, and feeding, to ensuring medications are administered...
5.0
"Nataliya worked as a caregiver for my mother from 2019 until her recent death at age 97 this Jan 2024. Nataliya is a compassionate and skilled caregiver who engaged lovingly with my mother. She has good judgement and makes sound decisions. She was keenly...
Alison H.
5.0
(1)
Hello,
My name is Gifty. I have been a senior
care giver/ provider for the past 4-5
years. Therefore, I am knowledgeable
and comfortable with performing
housework, bathing, feeding, meal
prep, companionship, errands,
medicine administration, toileting, oral
care, etc. I have worked with clients
with Down syndrome,...
Gifty can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, live-in home care, dementia, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Gifty I know Is Resourceful. And Also Trusted To Carry Out Her Own Duties Duly"
Osei R.
5.0
(38)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Welcome!
NO PLACE LIKE HOME!!!
My past experiences as a PCA/Caregiver given me the opportunity to learn about the personal needs of others. I have experience with elderly, mental health population, Alzheimer's/Dementia, Parkinson's, Cerebral palsy, Resident Aides and child care. assisting with any other duties as needed....
Linda can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, live-in home care, companionship, errands & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
CPR
5.0
"Linda was always on time and was able to manage both my parents! Not an easy task! She was kind but assertive and always placed my parents needs first! A gem!!!"
Care member
5.0
(5)
Reliable, kind and service-focused nursing professional, with excellent patient care skills gained through 18 years of working in diverse healthcare settings. References available upon request.
Nina can also help with: Respite care, live-in home care, hospice services, personal care, dementia, home modification & more
Skills:
CNA
Licensed Nurse
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Nina is a kind and delightful friend. We met a few years ago, and she always manages to be happy, even when others would be miserable in the same situation. We became friends instantly, and i am happy to write this review for her. I could not imagine a better...
Sue S.
4.5
(8)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I do personal care, Daytime, overnights shifts, live in, companion care , light house Keeping, hospice care, Supervising. I assist with bathing, feeding, errands, I love to make meals with my clients and help my client stay active. I help my clients to stay as much independent. I have a valid drivers license and my own car to...
Phidoes can also help with: Errands, hospice services, light cleaning, home modification, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Phidoes deserves 5 stars .She was very helpful and precise transporting to and from a scheduled doctors appointment on short notice . She is a very kind & caring young lady . "
Care member
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: Companionship, hospice services, live-in home care, dementia, light cleaning, errands & 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...
Care member
5.0
(4)
I was a cna for 15 years, I took care of a lady 6 1/2 years, as a live-in 5 days a week. Also for past 2 years I took care of a lady who had dementia, I have experience with, Alzheimer's, dementia, I also was a physical therapy aide. I love to do crafts, I have a very bubbly personality, love live theatre! Going to the beach....
Sandra can also help with: Companionship, errands, mobility assistance, hospice services, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
Wound Care
5.0
"I hired Sandy in the Fall of 2021 when the burden of caring for my husband 24/7 became too heavy. I knew
she was heaven sent as soon as she started working for us. She showed compassion and patience for my
husband who was afflicted with dementia. Her experience...
Deborah C.
Gena L.
Norwich, CT
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked five years for a private family 12 years with a company. My duties were bathing, dressing, meals, , appointments, shopping, 4 years experience with a hoyer lift, family pets and plants. With the company I obtained my ABI and ILST to work with brain injury people to teach them day to day living so they could live...
Gena can also help with: Home modification, mobility assistance, dementia, live-in home care, personal care, companionship & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Gena worked for my wife after she had surgery. She was very patient and understanding. She was helpful by making my wife feel relaxed and comfortable with the meals she prepared and keep the apartment clean.
She was willing to do whatever she was asked to do."
Richard S.
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Recent home care reviews in Colchester, CT
Katherine S.
5.0
We hired Katherine to help with our 95 year old mother stay in her home. Katherine can relate to mom and works to make sure mom is safe in her home. Mom looks forward to her coming each week. I would recommend Katherine.
- Janet L.
Susan S.
5.0
Susan is an excellent Caregiver and a pleasure to work with. She is punctual, dependable, and always goes above and beyond when caring for our Mother. She is trustworthy, knowledgeable and has years of experience caring for Elders. I highly recommend her for any Caregiver position.
- Martha D.
Katheryn A.
5.0
I have had the pleasure being trained and working with Kathy for over 3 years . We shared the same client and have learned so many different things from one another during that time. Kathy is an excellent caregiver who is very compassionate about what she does. Her compassionate nature, reliability,...
- Carola D.
Charlene H.
5.0
Charlene is literally the best and I would highly recommend her when she is available. She is reliable and punctual and has made a extremely difficult situation with my Mother much easier. She has a great personality and my mom truly loves her, she has become part of our family.
- Matthew J.
Nataliya V.
5.0
Nataliya worked as a caregiver for my mother from 2019 until her recent death at age 97 this Jan 2024. Nataliya is a compassionate and skilled caregiver who engaged lovingly with my mother. She has good judgement and makes sound decisions. She was keenly observant of my mother's condition and both...
- Alison H.
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FAQs for finding home care in Colchester, CT
How much does private home care cost per hour near me in Colchester, CT?
The average rate for hiring a home care provider in Colchester, CT as of May, 2024 is $19.00 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 Colchester, CT?
Care.com has 3 home care providers for seniors in Colchester, 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 Colchester, 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 Colchester, CT?
The types of home health care services near you in Colchester, 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 Colchester, 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 Colchester, CT?
If you need to hire senior home care near you in Colchester, 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 Colchester, CT?
When you’re hiring in home health care services near you in Colchester, 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.