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60 home care are listed in West Newton, MA
The average rate is $21/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby home care is 10 years
Home care in West Newton, MA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Sally and I enjoy working with the elderly population. I am available to:
* Take elderly people to, doctors, appointments/ errands (various)
* Dispense medications
* Help them make meals and ensure they are eating
* Help get organized
* Stay with overnight if they need some help and don't want to be alone
I am...
Sally can also help with: Transportation, errands, meal prep
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
5.0
"We hired Sally to help out with our mother who was recently diagnosed with Alzheimer's at the age of 63. She still lives by herself and although she's close by, with everyone in the family working our mother was alone, depressed, bored, and feeling trapped having...
Matt R.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have yrs exp working in Primary Care as a Medical assistant. Assisting in cultures, performing injections, wound care, Ekgs, ordering medications, triage, woman's health, and much more. I have over 25years of experience working in Elder care and a wide range of personal needs, cognitive handicaps, Alzheimer's, dementia, and...
Colleen can also help with: Respite care, hospice services, personal care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"Colleen is a very compassionate and caring person. She has formed a wonderful rapport with myself and my mom. I feel very comfortable when my mom is in her care. She continuously makes sure my mom is comfortable, happy, cleaned and fed. I am so appreciative with...
Care member
5.0
(3)
I am a compassionate caregiver with several years of experience in dedicated patient care working both in assisted living facilities and private homes. have experience in hospice care, Alzheimer's, dementia, companionship just to mention but a few. I am passionate about elder care and skilled at managing schedules of patients...
Matilda can also help with: Hospice services, live-in home care, companionship, light cleaning, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Matilda was very hardworking and took wonderful care of my father, allowing him to stay in the home he loved so much for 6 months, otherwise he would have been taken to a facility. She was patience and empathetic towards him till the end… My family and I would have...
Care member
Catherine N.
Watertown, MA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Loyal And Experienced Caregiver Available For Companionship And PCA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a hard-working, reliable, and caring person with a high sense of humor. I have CNA, CPR, MAP certifications with 10 years of experience.
During the past 10 years, I have worked both for the senior living community (Evans Park) and as a home health aide.
My responsibilities included but are not limited to light housework,...
Catherine can also help with: Companionship, mobility assistance, errands, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I can't express enough gratitude for the incredible care and love Catherine provided to my mom, who is a Parkinson's Disease for more than 15 years, over the past year. From the very first moment we met her, it was clear that she possessed a special kind of...
Michelle W.
5.0
(2)
I can use any life care machine and I can take care of any kind of case. Most especially the elderly.
Rebecca can also help with: Hospice services, live-in home care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Rebecca really goes the extra mile for her clients. We couldn't be more pleased with the care she provided."
Terry B.
Resty N.
Natick, MA
$25-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Am a 33yr old certified nursing Assistant . I have a 7 years experience with the seniors and all that need direct care support. I have worked in homes, Assisted livings and in Nursing homes and currently working with developmental disabilities at a residential program with experience in transfers, positioning comfortable using a...
Resty can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, dementia, personal care
Skills:
Wound Care
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Resty is reliable, dependable, punctual she gave the best care to my loved one i would recommend her to any one who wants to hire her."
Clair J.
4.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Interesting caregiver very courteous and love making the elderly smile.
Patient care: Providing care to elderly and disabled clients in a professional and compassionate manner. Duties include meal preparation, personal hygiene and bathroom needs, patient lifting, vitals recording and administering medication according to...
Claire can also help with: Dementia, home modification, companionship, errands, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Claire is a real godsend! My mother who was in her mid 90s in assisted living, needed extra care. Claire provided all of her needs including getting her washed and dressed in the morning, helping her with her medications, assisting with food and drink, and getting...
Eric W.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have over 15 years of experience caring for seniors, assisting them with personal care, meal preparations, medication reminders, light housekeeping, errands, transportation to physicians, or family visitations, wheelchair/bed transfers, Hoyer lifts, board transfers and companionship. I am very passionate about what I do...
Christine can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, home modification, errands, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Christine was simply an answered prayer. There are many wonderful providers who care for elders, and then there are those special people who care for elders as if they were family members and whose presence in a family's life has the wonderful effect of bringing...
Tina P.
Jonathan S.
Waltham, MA
$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
MULTI -TALENTED,HONEST, COMMITTED AND HARD WORKING CARE GIVER
5.0
(3)
Managed the care of over 35 residents aged 48 to 97 with daily needs including personal hygiene, dressing, turning positions, and transferring from chairs to bed
Monitored patient changes of breath, body temperature, blood pressure, glucose levels, and emotional wellbeing
Trained 12 new staff throughout employment, providing...
Jonathan can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, personal care, respite care, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"He is a marvel with people... such a caring, committed hardworking person! His gentleness and kind attitude with my dad kept him at peace with a smile till his last breathe."
David B.
Caroline N.
Waltham, MA
$35/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I'd describe my personality as a loyal, honest and trustworthy person.
I like caring for seniors because I like making a huge difference in people's lives by providing companionship and emotional support which makes other people's live less lonely and more joyful.
I'm looking for a job that has empathy, patience, kindness and...
Caroline can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, personal care, companionship
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Caroline was a good time manager had a positive attitude provided excellent care was helpful with all tasks till I regained my strength I would definitely hire her again"
Care member
5.0
(1)
I have been working for over the 10 years, I have experience with different tast, I have worked with different clients, I have experience with dementia person, Parkinson, hospices care and many more, I m comfortable with pet.
Immaculate can also help with: Live-in home care
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Contact me for all last minute coverage!!
Expertise in Dementia and Alzheimer's.
My professional experience spans 12 years. I am dependable and reliable and come with impeccable references, fully vaccinated, boosted and COVID compliant. I am college trained and CPR capable. Availability is 7 days per week.
ADLs
Cooking...
Leonie can also help with: Personal care, live-in home care, dementia, respite care
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Leonie helped care for my aunt and was a great asset to my aunt's care team. We got to know Leonie when we would visit my aunt and witnessed their interactions on many occasions. Leonie's spirit and energy made her a great companion to my aunt, keeping my aunt...
Noam L.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
FULLY VACCINATED I have been a companion & personal caregiver for the elderly for a number of years. It is very rewarding to me. I strive to provide the highest level of in-home care, so your loved one may remain in their home and continue to be engaged, happy, healthy & safe. I'm upbeat, positive and very caring. I can provide...
Carol can also help with: Hospice services, personal care, respite care, live-in home care, home modification, visiting physician & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Carol took care of both my in laws...She was such a blessing for our family...She is extremely caring, punctual,organized and knowledgeable about how to care for the elderly. We never felt uncomfortable having her in the home. She was always communicating with us...
Kathy K.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am warm, caring, and communicative, with sympathy for disabled elders. I believe it is crucial to help them live their days with dignity, comfort, and meaningful interactions. I have 16 years experience in nursing home settings and home care. Experience includes dementia, heart failure, terminal cancer, and stroke. Experienced...
Monique can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, live-in home care, respite care, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
" Monique cared for my 88-year-old father, a stroke victim, for 9+ months until he recently passed. She was warm and good-natured, bringing a lively spark to his day. Her playfulness often elicited a smile or a laugh from him. Monique excelled with transferring...
Julie J.
5.0
(5)
With over 10 years of experience in Companionship and Caregiving management. I can say I have a great sense of humor, understanding, caring and loving. I have a great attitude towards my work, very professional, focus and dedicated. I have several certificates including CNA, CPR, HHA among others and still per suing more. I...
Diana can also help with: Errands, hospice services, companionship, home modification, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"She is the best care giver i have ever encountered! She took care my 8 years old son when I have to travel overseas for 10 days. She cooked meals that my son liked; making sure he goes to school in clean uniform and finished his home work. She made sure that my son...
Care member
Evelyn A.
Wellesley Hills, MA
$22/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
I have 9 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Dementia. Having to worked in both assisted living facility and homecare setting I think I have first of all helped in maintaining a safe independent and dignified lifestyle. helping seniors with the activities of daily living makes me feel some form of...
Evelyn can also help with: Errands, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, live-in home care, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"I had really great experience with her, as employee, I continues to work with her.
She work with team work, alway on time.
Evelyn has a great Personality."
Sabbatina K.
Susan M.
West Roxbury, MA
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Overseeing the care of my own aging parents, I have again realized my love of the elder population.
I possess a great knowledge both professionally and personally in the care needs of the Elder population. I have worked in elder care for over 20 years, in home care as case manager, nursing home as director of social services...
Susan can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, companionship, hospice services, meal prep, errands & more
5.0
"Susan is the most wonderful and caring person. She sincerely loves the people she cares for and it is not just a job to her. We could never imagine a more capable and caring person. We had the best when we had Susan."
Janet N.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a warm, loving caregiver, and I help the clients feel safe and understood because it promotes their dignity. I am also a compassionate caregiver with 15+ years experience in care-giving, seeking to extend similar care. My work ethic, empathy, self-drive, compassion, respect, transparency and attention to detail are some of...
Sharon can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, live-in home care, personal care, respite care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Sharon cared for my elderly parents for the last 6 years, treating them with kindness and respect. My mother suffered from dementia, my father was blind, and Sharon expertly cared for them to the end. I highly recommend her."
Donna K.
Winfred M.
Waltham, MA
$26/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
II am a compassionate, caring and dependable CNA. Certified to take care of seniors in MA. I can anticipate a seniors needs or even recommend what needs to be done. I do Med reminders . I would understand if someone wants to be chatty or have a quiet time. I am an extremely good cook and my driving record is clean. I have taken...
Winfred can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, light cleaning, home modification, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Winnie is a caring and knowledgeable caregiver. She provided care to my elders, one who was suffering from cancer and the other who was experiencing the challenges of dementia. She is a strong advocate and she brings a lot of expertise to the job from her years of...
Care member
Shaunakay D.
Dorchester, MA
$30/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Professional Home Health Aide/CNA with over 2 years of experience assisting patients with daily living and personal care services. Physically strong, with high level of patience and exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, clear understanding of best practices in home health care, and knowledge of basic medical...
Shaunakay can also help with: Dementia, specialized care, companionship, mobility assistance, personal care
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Wound Care
5.0
"Shauna is very professional and reliable. She did a wonderful job with my grandmother, it has been an honor to work with her."
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Recent home care reviews in West Newton, MA
Sally H.
5.0
We hired Sally to help out with our mother who was recently diagnosed with Alzheimer's at the age of 63. She still lives by herself and although she's close by, with everyone in the family working our mother was alone, depressed, bored, and feeling trapped having recently lost her license and she...
- Matt R.
Colleen F.
5.0
Colleen is a very compassionate and caring person. She has formed a wonderful rapport with myself and my mom. I feel very comfortable when my mom is in her care. She continuously makes sure my mom is comfortable, happy, cleaned and fed. I am so appreciative with her love, caring and easy way she...
- Care member
Matilda M.
5.0
Matilda was fantastic! Looked after my wife who was in home hospice. Took care of both of us. Highly skilled at home health care. Always reliable, caring and calming in a difficult situation. I would hire Matilda again in a heartbeat if I needed home health care.
- Care member
Catherine N.
5.0
Catherine is very empathetic and friendly. She took great care of my mom. She is very patient and kind. I would have kept her on but my mom has to go to assisted living.
- Care member
Rebecca K.
5.0
Rebecca really goes the extra mile for her clients. We couldn't be more pleased with the care she provided.
- Terry B.
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FAQs for finding home care in West Newton, MA
How much does private home care cost per hour near me in West Newton, MA?
The average rate for hiring a home care provider in West Newton, MA as of May, 2024 is $21.50 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 West Newton, MA?
Care.com has 2 home care providers for seniors in West Newton, MA. 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 West Newton, MA 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 West Newton, MA?
The types of home health care services near you in West Newton, MA 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 West Newton, MA 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 West Newton, MA?
If you need to hire senior home care near you in West Newton, MA, 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 West Newton, MA?
When you’re hiring in home health care services near you in West Newton, MA, 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.