Find home care in Gorham, ME that you’ll love

43 home care are listed in Gorham, ME

The average rate is $20/hr as of May 2024

The average experience for nearby home care is 10 years

Home care in Gorham, ME

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Bella S.


Gorham, ME

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Dedicated Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Caring for elders is my passion because I enjoy spending time with them. I have worked overnights for many clients and am happy to provide a range of services. I have two grown children and have lived in Gorham for 19 years. I am fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
Bella can also help with: Dementia, errands, personal care, light cleaning, live-in home care, meal prep & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"I hired Bella to care for my dad, who has dementia. It was one of the best decisions I've ever made. Not only did she take excellent care of Dad, but she cared for our whole family and became a beloved friend. Bella was ALWAYS on time. She did EVERYTHING above and...

Melissa P.

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Merril A.


Portland, ME

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Home Health Care Registered Nurse; Big Smile & Holistic Approach

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Combined 25 yrs registered nurse, chaplain specializing in home health, geriatrics, dementia/alzheimer's, chronic health issues, home care, assisted living, transportation, food planning, errands, cooking, respite, mvmnt/exercise support, organizing medication routine, emotional & spiritual support, elder depression, fear, mood...
Merril can also help with: Dementia, errands, meal prep, hospice services, mobility assistance, companionship & more
Skills:

Wound Care

5.0
"My dad lived with Parkinson's & dementia, he was difficult and hostile at moments. Merril handled him w/perfection, humor and lots of successful moments. She helped him with all his personal and emotional needs. Here ability to be flexible with his needs was...

Elaine I.

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Lisa D.


Westbrook, ME

$20-35/hr8 yrs exp

I Love To See You Smile!

Hi I'm Lisa! I've been an in-home caregiver for 8 years. I love the people I work with and the work I do. Over the years, I've worked with clients who've been easy-going and fun, as well as clients that have been challenging due to Alzheimer's and Dementia. I'm very passionate about senior care. I am kind, calm, patient and...
Lisa can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, personal care, meal prep, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

5.0
"My family and I had the pleasure and privilege of having Lisa work in our home for 2.5 years. Lisa always came in with a positive attitude and joy. My loved one could be a challenge. The level of care, professionalism and empathy she demonstrated blew me away. Lisa...

Shannon E.

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Kim O.


Westbrook, ME

$30/hr10 yrs exp

I'm a retired healthcare professional with experience managing a busy household and caring for the elderly and infirm. I have been assisting and companion to the elderly since retirement to supplement my income and to have a sense of purpose. I am not one to sit around and I thoroughly enjoy the change of pace this type of work...
Kim can also help with: Personal care, companionship, dementia, errands, meal prep, respite care & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Kim has been an extraordinary help to our family. She is thoughtful, kind, and works hard to keep the family in good order. We were lucky to have her support my dad. Anyone who hires her will be fortunate. She is quite special."

Anna C.

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Monika H.


Buxton, ME

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Home Health Care

I am a Home Health Care Provider with 15+ years experience . I have worked at the Maine Veterans Home and The Gorham House as personal care assistant and a med tech. I have experience working with individuals with demetia and alzheimers. I have been a private duty care giver for the past 3 years.
Monika can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, errands, personal care, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Shanay M.


Standish, ME

$14-18/hr1 yrs exp

A Loving And Caring Caregiver

I have about 1 year of experience with elderly care. I love helping people and being there for people who need me. I love being a caregiver and helping the elderly. I'm a very sweet and caring person and I love making people smile.
Shanay can also help with: Errands, meal prep, dementia, live-in home care, personal care, light cleaning & more
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Elizabeth H.


Scarborough, ME

$40-45/hr10 yrs exp

Highly Qualified Caregiver With OT Experience, And A Gentle Nature, That Will Treat You Like Family

I have been working in occupational therapy for over 10+ years, mostly in skilled nursing facilities, but also hospitals. I've worked both as a therapist, and also as the Director of Rehabilitation. These skills and knowledge will allow me to provide care that is truly unparalleled. My experience in OT, which focuses on ADLS...
Elizabeth can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, companionship, hospice services, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

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Rebecca B.


Portland, ME

$30-45/hr10 yrs exp

Your Loved One Deserves To Be Treated Like Family!

What's my secret to incredible care? Treating your family as if they were my own! As a child I was fortunate to witness the incredible care my great-grandmother received and was privileged to be holding her hand as she passed. This deeply influenced my future career path and approach to care giving. A natural proclivity toward...
Rebecca can also help with: Errands, dementia, hospice services, live-in home care, companionship, light cleaning & more
I have been taking care of a woman with dementia for the last 9 months and thoroughly enjoy spending time and making sure she is well taken care of in my care. Unfortunately she is going into a home and I would love to give my attention to someone else who needs a companion to care for them.
Ronni can also help with: Companionship, dementia, errands, mobility assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
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Micah S.


South Portland, ME

$25/hr5 yrs exp

Home Eldercare/companion

I am an excellent cook (from scratch), I am intelligent, motivated, empathetic, and responsible. I had experience caring for alzheimers patient as a live-in caregiver during Covid (16 months) and as a companion caregiver for more mobile patients. for one person I was part pt trainer and part sous chef since she couldn't...
Micah can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, errands, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia & more
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Hannah L.


Saco, ME

$25/hr5 yrs exp

Senior Care Lover

My name is Hannah I have 5 years of experience. I have worked in nursing homes, Assisted living and In home care. I can help with Transportation Services, Bathing/Dressing, Meal preparing and Laundry. I love spending time with older people because it is the most rewarding job I have ever had. I ENJOY hearing old stories and...
Hannah can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care, errands, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

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Sara R.


South Portland, ME

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Home care Nurse

I've worked as a home care nurse, CNA and personal care attendant. I enjoy getting to know my clients as well as their likes and dislikes. I've done everything from meal preparation to bathing to IV medications all in the home setting. One on one work is my favorite kind of care giving. It's the best way to really get to know...
Skills:

CNA

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Jill A.


South Portland, ME

$20-40/hr1 yrs exp

Smile Generator & Authentically Kind Person

Being hospitable has served me well both personally and professionally. I naturally have a concierge-like mentality of wanting to help others. This mindset has allowed me to develop strong relationships and productive working environments with others. With ease, I enjoy property management and providing personal assistance as...
Jill can also help with: Companionship, errands, light cleaning, mobility assistance, meal prep, live-in home care & more
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Kimberley W.


Scarborough, ME

$45/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver/ Nanny

I pride myself in being an excellent caregiver. I have 30 years of experience and excellent references for both childcare and senior care. I am a Certified Nurses Aid, registered with the State of Maine. I am CPR certified and have extensive medical background and experience. I spent 10 years as an owner of a very successful...
Kimberley can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, companionship, home modification, errands, dementia & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

CPR

I have a bubbly personality and love to make people smile. PSS certified- I worked at an elderly residence and took care of my grandmother in her last years of life. I'd describe my personality as upbeat, witty, and joyful I like caring for seniors because of the connection and ability to make a difference in someone's...
Carly can also help with: Home modification, light cleaning, dementia, live-in home care, errands, meal prep & more
I have been a stay-at-home mom for the past 12 years. Previous to that I worked with people of various ages with special needs, both in a school setting and home settings. I have great people skills and am a caregiver by nature.
Kelley can also help with: Errands, transportation, respite care, light cleaning, meal prep, companionship & more
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Grace G.


Scarborough, ME

$30-45/hr2 yrs exp

Companion & Death Doula

Hello, my name is Grace. I am an experienced companion and death doula. I can meet you where you are, supporting you or your loved one with compassion and care.
Grace can also help with: Respite care, errands, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep
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Rebecca T.


Portland, ME

$35-50/hr1 yrs exp

Second Career

Hi! My name is Rebecca, I am a retired Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 25 years of experience. In my retirement, I have found a love of the role of companion and support to the older populations and hope to find a family in need of this kind of support! I can help with transportation services, meal preparation, light...
Rebecca can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands
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Kiely C.


Standish, ME

$14-21/hr1 yrs exp

Senior Caregiver And Companion

I have a passion for the well-being of seniors and a desire to form meaningful relationships. Some key skills that I offer are: - empathy/ compassion - patience - communication/ observation - problem-solving abilities - physical health - time management - always open to learn from others - reliability and trustworthiness...
Kiely can also help with: Live-in home care, errands, home modification, dementia, transportation, light cleaning & more

John J.


Portland, ME

$20-47/hr10 yrs exp

I have most of the skills showering and bating feeding, changing , all the good care, Feeding Communication, Perineum
John can also help with: Live-in home care
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

CNA

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Recent home care reviews in Gorham, ME

Bella S.

5.0

I hired Bella to care for my dad, who has dementia. It was one of the best decisions I've ever made. Not only did she take excellent care of Dad, but she cared for our whole family and became a beloved friend. Bella was ALWAYS on time. She did EVERYTHING above and beyond my expectations. She does...

- Melissa P.

Merril A.

5.0

My dad lived with Parkinson's & dementia, he was difficult and hostile at moments. Merril handled him w/perfection, humor and lots of successful moments. She helped him with all his personal and emotional needs. Here ability to be flexible with his needs was superior. Merril was here when the...

- Elaine I.

Lisa D.

5.0

My family and I had the pleasure and privilege of having Lisa work in our home for 2.5 years. Lisa always came in with a positive attitude and joy. My loved one could be a challenge. The level of care, professionalism and empathy she demonstrated blew me away. Lisa always went above and beyond...

- Shannon E.

Kim O.

5.0

Kim has been an extraordinary help to our family. She is thoughtful, kind, and works hard to keep the family in good order. We were lucky to have her support my dad. Anyone who hires her will be fortunate. She is quite special.

- Anna C.

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