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60 home care are listed in Schenectady, NY
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby home care is 8 years
Home care in Schenectady, NY
4.9
(13)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a dedicated healthcare professional with over 19 years of experience in providing compassionate and skilled care. My expertise includes working with patients suffering from dementia, Alzheimer's, and Parkinson's, where I have honed the ability to notice subtle changes that can save lives and ensure the well-being of your...
Joy can also help with: Personal care, specialized care, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, mobility assistance & more
5.0
"My family hired Joy to care for my 80+ mother who has Parkinson's. Joy was very pleasant and caring. She is an excellent house cleaner and caregiver and would take my mother to Dr. appointments when needed. She was knowledgeable about medications and making sure...
Marie G.
5.0
(11)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Home Care services. Duties included assisting with (ADL) including personal care, hygiene, baths back rubs, shampoo, skin and nail care, dressing, exercises, ambulation and changing / making bed, meal prep, light housekeeping, med reminders, incontinence...
Aida can also help with: Home modification, errands, light cleaning, companionship, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Aida cared for our 100 year old mother during both day and night shifts, during her last 6 weeks before she passed. She is very attentive, compassionate and professional. She is very hardworking and was always looking for additional things she could do to help...
Mary B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Marilyn E, LPN. I would like to start out by telling you a little bit more about myself, I have been a CNA for 13 years I am now an LPN. I have worked at Pathways Rehab and Nursing for 8 years. I'm very dependable and reliable and will treat your family w the dignity and respect they deserve. I enjoy being one on one. I would...
Marilyn can also help with: Dementia, personal care, respite care, hospice services
Skills:
CNA
Licensed Nurse
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Marilyn is very reliable and friendly she is a leader and we enjoyed her working with our family"
David W.
Nalini B.
Schenectady, NY
$16-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm certified home health aide for 10+yrs of experience working with adults and seniors care. I do my very best to be as dependable, reliable compassionate and caring as is can be. I try to evaluate an individual's need and create a care plan just for them. I can help with meal prep, meditation, doctors appointments,...
Nalini can also help with: Respite care, hospice services, home modification, personal care, dementia, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Nalini is an extraordinary caregiver. She is extremely diligent and hardworking and take her job very seriously. She is always punctual, caring, kind, and gentle. We are happy with the way she treats our mother like family, with respect and humor. We were very...
Shabana K.
Danielle D.
Schenectady, NY
$23-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Very Flexible And Reliable Caretaker Available. Amazing References
3.8
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, Danielle here. I have lived in the capital district my entire life and love doing what I do.
I'm a very flexible, strong, compassionate, reliable and smart woman that truly enjoys most aspects of Home health care.
I offer years of knowledge relating to diabetes, ALS, Parkinson's, dementia, quads, ROM, diets, and so much...
Skills:
CNA
4.0
"Can provide medical needs to patient, personal care, household upkeep, whatever is needed for personalized attention for patient. "
Nancy T.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 18 plus years experience as a caregiver. While providing quality care in all settings. I have had the opportunity to assist in providing care to various populations: Alzheimer, Lewy Body Dementia, Parkinson Disease, disabilities that are classified under the OPWDD umbrella. Additionally, I have provided tracheotomy care...
Leslie can also help with: Errands, companionship, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Leslie was amazing! She cared for my father for a week until he passed away and in that time she became family. He was very medically complex and she handled it all so well. She was so attentive to my father and always went above and beyond. She even came over on a...
Colleen K.
5.0
(1)
CNA for 22 years. Experience in geriatrics, dementia care, long term care, physical rehabilitation, pediactric and adult ventilators and traumatic brain injury care. I have a Bachelors in Healthcare Management and also NYS Real Estate Sales person license. Currently, I work full time in providing private in home care for elders...
Shanaleha can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, personal care, visiting physician, respite care, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Shana is experienced, totally dependable, highly intelligent, has a charming personality, is stimulating company, has excellent judgment. We feel fortunate she was on my husband's care team for years, and now on mine as well."
Care member
Stacy H.
Schenectady, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I have worked for myself specializing in end of life care, caring for all ages of loved ones. From Dementia, muscular dystrophy, autism, wound care, mobility assistance, personal hygiene assistance and much more. I am a 42-year-old mother of two (19 and 14). I have my own transportation, I am very easy to get along with...
Stacy can also help with: Home modification, live-in home care, hospice services, errands, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"It is with great pleasure to write a review about Stacy. As a caregiver she is very reliable and professional. Stacy has certainly gone above and beyond what her job description is. She is polite, compassionate and certainly as pleasure to be around. Her attention...
Care member
5.0
(2)
I've been in the nursing field for over 15 years . I love what I do . Helping others is my passion especially the elderly . I have experience with different diagnoses also dementia .
Jessica can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, dementia, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Jessica is compassionate and knowledgeable. She is patient and loving with those in her charge. Jessica is not only dependable, but often goes above and beyond in her position:
She is someone who can make appropriate decisions for those in her care without...
Jeanette M.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! :) I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately 4 years of experience caring for adults and elderly. I am a certified Patient Care Assistant and a Medical Assistant Student.
I worked with CDC for 3 years. I can help assist with daily activities, including bathing, grooming, dressing, and...
Arianna can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, respite care, personal care, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have worked in the healthcare field for over 20 years. I am compassionate, dedicated, and experienced in giving quality care. I am a mother of 4 beautiful children as well as strong community advocate and a NYS licensed real estate agenct. I specialize in:
Companionship
Housekeeping and Laundry
Meal planning and...
Takeylyn can also help with: Personal care, respite care, hospice services, live-in home care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
Well, I love working for the elderly because I help my family out, my friend's family, and other people. I really love to help people out because a lot of people can't do a lot of things and I am willing to take them out and do things that people that can't do on their own. I am willing to do what it takes to make them happy,...
Tiesha can also help with: Errands, companionship, meal prep, mobility assistance, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
Christina C.
Schenectady, NY
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Personal Care Aide Looking For Part Time/ Full Time Work
I worked as a cna /pca/hha. I enjoy working with the elderly and people with disabilities. I've done work with checking blood sugar given insulin and have done home dialysis. Check blood pressure administer medication. Provide help with ADL's
Christina can also help with: Dementia, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
My name is Jessica I am 30 years old, and I have been a home health Aide since age 18. I have tons of great references and have worked with many families. I am very honest , punctual, and compassionate. I have always enjoyed caring for people. I'm looking for a part time job, as I do have a full time day job currently. I do not...
Jessica can also help with: Personal care, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, respite care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Dhanwantie M.
Schenectady, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am an experienced certified nursing assistant and home health aide with 23 years of experience in elder care. My expertise includes working with patients with Alzheimer's disease and I have worked in both nursing homes and private settings. I have my own transportation and can provide excellent references upon...
Dhanwantie can also help with: Meal prep, mobility assistance, errands, home modification, live-in home care, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
CNA
Helping families out and putting a smile on everyone face makes me love what am doing I am a caring person
Vaidwattie can also help with: Live-in home care
I am married have a child, 33 years old female, work with a doctor for 2 years as a doctor's assistant, I have a certificate in caregiver from Red Cross
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
I am 48 years old and a single mom to 5 children ages 25, 24, 21, 16 and 13. I have been working in the medical field since I was 17. I started as a CNA at Baptist Retirement Center when I first graduated from high school. After several years doing that, I stopped doing CNA work and became a medical office manager for a local...
Tracie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, dementia, errands, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Natasha D.
Schenectady, NY
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as friendly, reliable and supportive
I like caring for seniors because it allows me to make a difference in their lives by providing support, companionship and assist with ALD
I'm looking for a job that allows me to utilize my skills in Nursing and offers opportunities for growth and Learning.
I...
Natasha can also help with: Live-in home care, home modification, meal prep, light cleaning, mobility assistance, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
Andreina M.
Schenectady, NY
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
"I Am The Mother Of 3 Boys Ages 16, 12 And 9. I Cared For My Own Grandmother For 4 Yrs.
I am a loving and caring person who has 15 years plus caring with seniors with dementia and Alzheimer's as well as other ailments of daily activities. I have a passion for what I do as it puts a smile on my face to know that my client is being taken care of in the proper way that they should be and at the end of the day they...
Andreina can also help with: Mobility assistance, companionship, meal prep, dementia, personal care, errands & more
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Recent home care reviews in Schenectady, NY
Joy N.
5.0
Joy is wonderful. She has been taking care of my grandmother for a while now. She is very sweet, she is super helpful and knowledgeable, and she is great at what she does. My grandmother loves her and I always feel good knowing she is being well taken of in Joy's care!
- Alison E.
Aida B.
5.0
Aida cared for our 100 year old mother during both day and night shifts, during her last 6 weeks before she passed. She is very attentive, compassionate and professional. She is very hardworking and was always looking for additional things she could do to help us. Very reliable and always showed...
- Mary B.
Marilyn E.
5.0
Marilyn is very reliable and friendly she is a leader and we enjoyed her working with our family
- David W.
Nalini B.
5.0
Nalini is an extraordinary caregiver. She is extremely diligent and hardworking and take her job very seriously. She is always punctual, caring, kind, and gentle. We are happy with the way she treats our mother like family, with respect and humor. We were very happy to have her especially after my...
- Shabana K.
Danielle D.
5.0
Great, happy, smart woman with lots of tips that have helped tremendously!! Always on time and communicates very well.
Our family was so happy we hired Danielle to help during this awful time!!
- Sandra F.
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FAQs for finding home care in Schenectady, NY
How much does private home care cost per hour near me in Schenectady, NY?
The average rate for hiring a home care provider in Schenectady, NY as of March, 2025 is $22.68 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 Schenectady, NY?
Care.com has 50 home care providers for seniors in Schenectady, 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 Schenectady, 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 Schenectady, NY?
The types of home health care services near you in Schenectady, 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 Schenectady, 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 Schenectady, NY?
If you need to hire senior home care near you in Schenectady, 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 Schenectady, NY?
When you’re hiring in home health care services near you in Schenectady, 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.
Ratings for Schenectady, NY home care listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Home Care in Schenectady, NY are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 41 reviews of the 60 listed home care.