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Takeylyn G.

There's No Place Like Home Care

Schenectady, NY

3.7(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Dementia
hospice services
live-in home care
personal care
respite care
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...

Care Member says "Look no further! Takeylyn was a God send to our family. She was knowledgeable, dependable, caring and compassionate. She cared for my mom as if she was...

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Aida B.

Hard Working Personal Care Aide

Schenectady, NY

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
errands
home modification
hospice services
+ 1 more
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...

Care Member says "Aida was an outstanding caregiver for my 98 yr old mother. She was attentive to her needs, respectful of my mother and her environment. She went to the...

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Leslie D.

Provide Quality Care

Schenectady, NY

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
errands
hospice services
light cleaning
+ 1 more
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...

Colleen K. says "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...

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Martha T.

CNA, Companion Care Giver And Live- In Aide

Schenectady, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
errands
home modification
hospice services
+ 1 more
I'm Certified Nurse's Aide with over 17 years of experience in a elderly settings, live in and live out, Dementia and Alzheimer's Disease, Parkinson's. stand up lift, Hoyer lift, great verbal and written communication skills, feeding, grooming, showers, catheter care, colostomy care, recording of input and output and reporting...

Donna K. says "Martha is caring amazing person she is patient And understand of the person in her care needs . I highly recommend her"

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Joy N.

Phenomenal Care Taker

Schenectady, NY

4.9(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
light cleaning
mobility assistance
personal care
+ 1 more
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...

Alison E. says "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...

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Marilyn E.

Professional Caregiver

Schenectady, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
hospice services
personal care
respite care
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...

David W. says "Marilyn is very reliable and friendly she is a leader and we enjoyed her working with our family"

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Jennifer W.

I Have Been Working As A CNA For Over 20 Years.

Schenectady, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
errands
home modification
hospice services
+ 1 more
I have been working in health care now for over 25 years. Taking care of the elderly, people with disabilities, dementia, Parkinson, and people who have been through a number of surgeries. I have worked at Ellis Hospital nursing facility and rehabilitation for over 14 years. I have done home care as well. I enjoy caring and...

Care Member says "Jennifer is a very kind and compassionate woman"

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Nalini B.

Schenectady, NY

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Dementia
home modification
hospice services
live-in home care
personal care
+ 1 more
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,...

Shabana K. says "Nalini is an extraordinary caregiver. She is extremely diligent and hardworking and take her job very seriously. She is always punctual, caring, kind,...

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Danielle D.

Very Flexible And Reliable Caretaker Available. Amazing References

Schenectady, NY

3.8(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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...

Sandra F. says "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...

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Susan Y.

Schenectady, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
errands
light cleaning
live-in home care
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have 10 years of experience with Senior Care. I can help with Transportation Services and Errands/Shopping and bathing and meal preps and light housekeeping

Care Member says "Sue was always there when I needed her. She took care of my father for the last six months of his life and I couldn’t have asked for a more caring and...

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Nicolette N.

Taking Care With Care

Schenectady, NY

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
3 years experience
Companionship
dementia
errands
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I care deeply about people who need special accommodations due to age and disabilities. I want to make sure they are being treated with love and kindness because that's how I would want my family members to be taken care of.

Janice N. says "Nikki is strong and capable. She is also clean, and is a sweet woman. She has a gentle touch and a caring heart."

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Nalini B.

Compassionate Caregiver With 12+years Of Experien

Schenectady, NY

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
10 years experience
Live-in home care
Bathroom needs, showering, dressing, daily activities cooking, feeding, multitask appointments, and run errands shopping, entertainment, like playing games, listening to music, reading, exercising, etc.

Care Member says "Nalini is an extraordinary caregiver. Very hard working and reliable, always on time and trust worthy. I felt very comfortable and safe when my elderly...

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Jessica C.

Loving Companion

Schenectady, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
dementia
hospice services
personal care
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 .

Jeanette M. says "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...

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Desiree K.

Schenectady, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
dementia
errands
hospice services
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have been in nursing since 1994. Certified nursing assistant, Certified Home health aid, Certificate Patient care Technician. I'm PCA at St. Peter's hospital per-diem.. I love my job and enjoy helping people and taking care of them. 30 years of doing this and everyday I'm blessed to be here to provide service and needs to help...

Marcia N. says "We hired Desiree in the summer of 2023 to care for our ailing parents. My sister & I live in a different state, and we knew our parents needed additional...

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Shanaleha L.

Certified Nursing Assistant Full Time/ Part Time

Schenectady, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
hospice services
live-in home care
personal care
respite care
+ 1 more
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...

Care Member says "Shana is experienced, totally dependable, highly intelligent, has a charming personality, is stimulating company, has excellent judgment. We feel...

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Arianna P.

Dedicated Homecare Provider

Schenectady, NY

from
$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
errands
light cleaning
meal prep
personal care
+ 1 more
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...
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Jessica B.

Trustworthy Female Home Health Aide

Schenectady, NY

from
$20/hr
1 year experience
Dementia
light cleaning
meal prep
personal care
respite care
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...
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Christina C.

Personal Care Aide Looking For Part Time/ Full Time Work

Schenectady, NY

from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
personal care
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
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Tiesha C.

Senior Care

Schenectady, NY

from
$16/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
dementia
errands
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
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,...
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Shyavia B.

Schenectady, NY

from
$18/hr
6 years experience
Dementia
light cleaning
meal prep
personal care
I have 6 years of experience. I can help with Home Care and Dementia I'm a people person , reliable.
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  • 60 home care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $22.38/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated home care is 4.6

Recent home care reviews from local parents in Schenectady, NY

Home Care in Schenectady, NY are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 62 reviews of the 60 listed home care

Takeylyn G.

Look no further! Takeylyn was a God send to our family. She was knowledgeable, dependable, caring and compassionate. She cared for my mom as...

- Care member

Aida B.

Aida was an outstanding caregiver for my 98 yr old mother. She was attentive to her needs, respectful of my mother and her environment. She...

- Care member

Leslie D.

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...

- Colleen K.

FAQs for finding home care in Schenectady, NY

The average rate for hiring a home care provider in Schenectady, NY as of June, 2025 is $22.38 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.

Care.com has 47 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.

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.

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.

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.

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