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I have been working with care jobs for over 10 years, I'm well experienced and very knowledgeable, I speak well in English and I have equipped all my experiences over the years on crew ships and took it to land, I am full of love energy and not to forget I love thinking out the box
Maurina can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, live-in home care, light cleaning, companionship, hospice services & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
I gave up my RN license this year as I didn't want to sit at a computer anymore. I want to go back to the reason I went into nursing. I have a varied background including hospice homecare, general and intravenous homecare. I have been a quality assurance nurse, and worked for an insurance company. I have worked in hospitals...
Lesley can also help with: Personal care, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, respite care
4.9
(12)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
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My experience includes all phases of convalescent care but most importantly handling my clients with patience, love, and kindness.
I believe that my calling is to work one on one with my clients as a companion and friend. I find it extremely rewarding to help people and bring a little more...
Sherry can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, mobility assistance, dementia, meal prep, errands & more
5.0
"I have known Sherry for 10 years and she is a close personal friend who is extremely honest, trustworthy and reliable. Sherry is hardworking and truly cares about the clients she has cared for, going above and beyond what her job requires.
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Care member
4.2
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Strong medical background with ICU experience as a Nursing Technician/ Nursing Assistant, 20+ years of homecare experience specialized in memory care and dementia patients as well as Parkinson's Disease and end of life care/ hospice care. I have excellent references and great reputation as a caregiver , companion, cook and...
Maria can also help with: Dementia, companionship, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Maria has been wonderful to work with in every respect, far exceeding our family's expectations. She relates to our parents (who are in their 80's) warmly, with stimulating and engaging conversation, while helping them with a broad variety of household tasks...
Care member
5.0
(10)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've worked for a company for the past 21 years plus l work in a nursing home for 14 years I have 33 years experience Our goals there were to promote a healthy, enhancing living environment that caters to helping individuals reach their goals of living independently. Our services can vary from giving support 2 hours to 24 hours...
Rose can also help with: Personal care, live-in home care, hospice services, dementia
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Rose is a class act women. She is loving caring and nurturing. She was the best caregiver for my mom. I hope I have someone like Rose if I become in desire need"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is patricia I have been doing senior care for over 18 years . I have CPR training . I worked for places like the greens for a few years now . I can do overnight stay any hours that's are needed. I have my own car . I enjoy working with the elderly because you can learn so much from them and they are kind . They are...
Patricia can also help with: Dementia, personal care
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I met with Patricia and her sister, who is also a caregiver. They were both a joy to sit and talk with. Their communication with me was excellent, they were courteous, respectful and would be an asset to any individual needing care. I highly recommend both...
Kim C.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I am a CT registered Certified Nurse Aide with over 30 years experience in private care. Reliable, trustworthy, high skill level, takes initiative on cases.
Areas of Expertise: dementia, diabetes, heart disease, hospice, post natal care of both child and mother, respiratory ailments, rehabilitation after surgery or injury,...
Michele can also help with: Companionship, dementia, hospice services, errands, live-in home care, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"I was so overwhelmed when my mom first got sick and I lived hours away. We hired Therese at first for part-time care, and ultimately for 24/7 care when my mother was in hospice care. Therese consistently exceeded our expectations in every way. She went above and...
Stephanie R.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Very caring person looking for work as a senior caregiver. I am an experienced companion/homemaker for 5 years. I am seeking part to full-time employment. I am very compassionate, caring, and dependable. The services I provide are: caregiving, homemaking, companion, grocery shopping, travel to appointments. I have excellent...
Emina can also help with: Meal prep, mobility assistance, dementia, companionship, light cleaning, errands & more
5.0
"Due to my work schedule that requires a lot of travel time I can't be there for my mother at times but having Emina has made all the difference. Whenever I am not in town Emina takes care of my mother by keeping her company, providing entertainment, going shopping...
Ahmad O.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Helen I've been a Caregiver almost all my life. I am patience, good listener, compassionate, loving caring and honest. I love to cook, I am neat love being active. I recently lost a lovely lady she was my best friend and like a grandmother to me. I was her live-in caregiver from
June 2012 - May 2020.
I do not drink...
Helina can also help with: Personal care, dementia, live-in home care, respite care, hospice services, home modification & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Helina was hired to care for my mother over a year and a half ago and she was with us until my mom passed. I was nervous at first, hiring a stranger to care for mom, I needn't have worried! Helina was kind, compassionate, professional and turned into a trusted...
Russ M.
Nicole C.
Wolcott, CT
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Nikki. I have 10yrs experience specializing senior care. I am patient, caring, hardworking, honest and kind. I am available for light housekeeping, errands, meal prep hands on care and so much more.
Nicole can also help with: Personal care, dementia
5.0
"Nicole is an absolutely amazing person and caregiver for our Grandfather! She is very reliable. If Nikki says she'll be there then she'll be there! She helps Grandpa with hands on care, medications, running errands and sends us daily updates on how he's doing....
Autumn V.
4.0
(7)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Shower, remind medicine, personal care, feeding, hoyer lift and wheel chair. I offer compassion, care, responsible, honesty & safety of patient
Karina can also help with: Personal care, live-in home care, hospice services, dementia
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Karina has worked as my PCA (Personal Care Assistant) for over six months. She is the kindest, most humble, and genuine human being. She is extremely hard working. While at work, she never wastes any time, in fact most of the time she is multi-tasking. I have only...
Hamna G.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
As an experienced caregiver I am able to give the best of me to my clients.
I have experience with infants, young and elderly with all type of conditions. I am able to come up with some ideas that fit my clients needs and make them comfortable. Most clients appreciate my personality and character. I am reliable, dependable and...
Ikami can also help with: Hospice services, personal care, dementia, visiting nurse
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Ikami is an caring and understanding health care professional who assisted my family with the care of my mother-in-law (Stage 4 colorectal & liver cancer). I highly recommend Ikami."
James D.
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: Live-in home care, errands, light cleaning, companionship, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Maxine is knowledgeable about care of those in need of dependent care. She took great care of my family member around the clock during a critical, transition time. She takes extra care and effort and has a great rapport with her clients. "
Heather M.
5.0
(2)
I have over 5 years working with the seniors being in their private homes or assisted living facilities. Working with Hoyer lifting, ventilators and other special needs as per client requirements. Worked with dementia, Alzheimer's, Parkinson, Covid patients , wheelchair bound and companionship. I recently got my second booster...
Kealeboga can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, live-in home care, light cleaning, errands, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"He was kind, trustworthy, patient and trustworthy."
Care member
5.0
(3)
I am an HHA with a strong caregiving background of 14 years along with being a Certified Dementia Specialist. My professional experiences with different employers both private and home-care agencies has provided me with great expertise in: Personal care assistance such as bathing, dressing, Meal preparation and assistance with...
Doreen can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, personal care, dementia, respite care
5.0
"Doreen helped care for my elderly mother for several years. She was wonderful & I would highly recommend her."
Dave L.
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: Meal prep, hospice services, dementia, errands, personal care, light cleaning & 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.
5.0
(3)
Run errands, remind patients to take meds, take patients for a walk, and assisting patients.
Merrinese can also help with: Meal prep, live-in home care, light cleaning, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Thank you for your extraordinary service Merrinese!! "
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: Hospice services, respite care, live-in home care, home modification, personal care, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Licensed Nurse
5.0
"Nina was always compassionate loyal loving competent and just a really nice person"
Bill M.
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: Live-in home care, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, errands, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
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.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello ..
My name is Lindsay. I am 40 years old and I live in Plainville ct. I have worked in hospice, home care, assisted living, acute care, on the medical rehabilitation floor at Hospital For Special Care, The Emergence Dept at Charlotte Hungerford Hospital , River Glen Healthcare , UConn Hospital, Baystate Hospital , The...
Lindsay can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning, companionship, hospice services, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
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Recent home care reviews in Durham, CT
Sherry M.
5.0
Sherry, has done an outstanding job assisting in the care of my wife during her recovery from a prolonged hospital stay. She is a conscientious and compassionate professional. I highly recommend her.
- Care member
Maria K.
5.0
Maria has been taking care of my Mom part time in a companion role. My Mom is in an Assisted Living facility and loves the time she gets to spend with Maria. She will get her out to go shopping, lunch or walks in the area. My Mom also loves the energy and friendship Maria brings to the relationship....
- Tim S.
Rose O.
5.0
Wonderful caregiver for my mother.who passed away in 2020. Not only a caregiver but also a wonderful friend to my mother.
- Care member
Patricia L.
5.0
I met with Patricia and her sister, who is also a caregiver. They were both a joy to sit and talk with. Their communication with me was excellent, they were courteous, respectful and would be an asset to any individual needing care. I highly recommend both Patricia and her sister!
- Kim C.
Michele M.
5.0
We hired Therese (Michele) to take care of our 71 year old mother who had terminal lung cancer. Michele was an amazing caregiver for our mother. We couldn't have asked for anything more.
She was very dependable, caring, knowledgeable, responsible, and had excellent communication skills. Our...
- Geoff K.
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FAQs for finding home care in Durham, CT
How much does private home care cost per hour near me in Durham, CT?
The average rate for hiring a home care provider in Durham, 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 Durham, CT?
Care.com has 1 home care providers for seniors in Durham, 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 Durham, 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 Durham, CT?
The types of home health care services near you in Durham, 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 Durham, 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 Durham, CT?
If you need to hire senior home care near you in Durham, 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 Durham, CT?
When you’re hiring in home health care services near you in Durham, 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.