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28 home health aides are listed in Akron, NY
The average rate is $20/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby home health aides is 10 years
Home health aides in Akron, NY
Jean L.
Akron, NY
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Caring And Compassionate PCA, First Aide, CPR Trained And Registered Dietitian
5.0
(3)
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Home Care. I have a team of health care workers who are ready to assist you as well.
Jean can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, live-in home care, errands, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Jean is a very caring person. She is dependable.
I have worked for her and with her for over 3 years."
Margaret M.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I am Nancy ! I am a mother of my 24-year-old son and 20-year-old daughter. I worked for the Clarence central schools district for about 8 years as a teacher's aide and a special education personal aide. I am certified as an at home health aide currently. I am looking to work with kids to help parents lighten their work load...
Nancy can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, personal care
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I worked as an Activities Director at senior living community and really enjoyed it. I have been a home health aide for several years as it allowed me the flexibility to help care for my father-in-law who had Alzheimer's. He lived with us for eight years. He passed away last year after suffering a stroke.
I am well qualified...
Joanie can also help with: Respite care, dementia, hospice services, personal care
5.0
"My mother loves Joanie because she's so nice. I like her because she's so responsible and capable and I needn't worry about my mom when she's around. During this virus, she's been indispensable."
Bill F.
5.0
(1)
Hi my name is Corinne. Ihave worked 35 yrs as a care aide. I love my job, and have vast experience. I have worked in nursing home and many agencies. I have done personal care, used different equipment with each person. I would like to expand on my abilites.
Corinne can also help with: Respite care, hospice services, dementia, personal care
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
5.0
" Corrine took care of me around a year ago for a couple months due to an injury, I would hire her back in a minute. She was very, very thorough, very sweet and really good at what she did and she had a sunny disposition. I would definitely hire her back again."
Care member
Terri B.
Buffalo, NY
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'm Am A Personal Care Aide Looking For Part Time Or Full Time Work. I Have Over 15+ Years In Health
5.0
(5)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I am a wife and mother. I have over 25+ years experience in the healthcare field. I am trained to do CPR. I have worked in hospitals and nursing homes. Currently, I only work in home care. I can administer medications, dressing changes, lift patients with 1 assist or use mechanical lifts, cook, bathe and light housekeeping. I...
Terri can also help with: Dementia, home modification, personal care, respite care, visiting physician, hospice services & more
5.0
"Terri is the best! She has incredible knowledge and experience which she is always willing to share. She took care of my father in law who has dementia. As his abilities came and went, Terri always kept him as independent as possible. She was dependable to the...
Dana O.
Dawn R.
Buffalo, NY
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Personal Home Health Care Aid, Companionship, housekeeping , Meal Prep. And A New Friend.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Dawn. I am 50 years old and live in the Town of Cheektowaga Area. I have been an HHA for 30 Years. Over this time, I've worked with Six long term clients, And Three different Agencies. These people started off my clients and became my closest friends, A few felt very much life family. I've always been very reliable...
Dawn can also help with: Home modification, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, companionship, mobility assistance & more
5.0
"She is a thoughtful caring hard worker who will always do what she is asked to do in a timely manner."
Patrick H.
Felicia M.
Buffalo, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
LPN Graduate With Eight Years Experience Looking For A Part-time Position
4.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
College:
Trocaire College Buffalo, NY
Erie Community College Buffalo, NY
Human Services, 2016
First Aid & CPR/AED certificate
Volunteer Experience:
AutumnView HealthCare Facility
Garden Gate HealthCare Facility
Erie County Medical Center
Brothers Of Mercy Long Term Care
Hello I am a Nursing graduate, looking for a part...
Felicia can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, errands, light cleaning, dementia, home modification & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"It is most certainly my honor to have been asked to provide a review/recommendation for Felicia. Bottom line: My 96 year old grandmother needed help with meals and medication reminders. Felicia always picked up hours and covered shifts when other employees called...
Kevin K.
Michele B.
Tonawanda, NY
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Personal Care, Home Health Care, Housekeeping, Meal Prep, Transportation, Loving Companionship
5.0
(9)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I learned my skills/qualifications in my early years as a Certified Nursing Aide, with an emphasis in dementia. In 2012, I was living and working out of Texas as a Regional Leadership Development Manager, when I received a call that my 92-year-old grandmother fell and broke her back and was no longer able to live independently....
Michele can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Wound Care
5.0
"Michele has been a godsend for our family. She is kind, thoughtful, and VERY patient. Michele cared for my father, who was confined to a wheelchair, for about a year. She always had a smile on her face and pleasantly greeted my parents everyday. She did not...
Linda B.
5.0
(2)
Hi! My names Elizabeth and I love people. I am very empathetic and believe everyone deserves to be treated with care and dignity. My clients become like family. I am following in my mothers footsteps as she has been a home health aid my entire life. I am very friendly and enjoy putting people at ease.
Elizabeth can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, live-in home care, errands, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
5.0
"I hired ELizabeth to be a care giver for my elderly mother. She connected beautifully with her and offered her good care and the kindness that made my mom ask for her again. I tried to get Elizabeth to come back on a regular basis but she had another job and was...
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 15 years of experience caring and advocating for Senior's. My experience includes supporting people with multiple health issues, memory loss and depression. I am trained to pass medications, complete personal care with dignity, light housekeeping and preparing meals.
I am very caring, patient, outgoing and...
Amy can also help with: Dementia, respite care
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Amy has been wonderful with my 81 year old mom who is covering from a stroke. She is highly knowledgeable, compassionate, professional and patient. She has a background in social work, which is very helpful. She has a great sense of humor, and clearly loves the...
Sarah D.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Evlena.
I am a recent Occupational Therapy Assistant graduate who is seeking a part-time position caring for others.
I would describe myself as a fun-loving nurturer who is compassionate about helping others live their best life. I am motivated, a quick learner, and am dedicated to treating those I assist with the...
Evlena can also help with: Mobility assistance, meal prep, errands, companionship, light cleaning, respite care & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"I can't speak highly enough about Evlena . Evlena is a delight to work with. She is professional and caring and really takes the initiative to do the extra steps . She is a treasure !"
Paula V.
Hello my name is Christina, I work as a Home Health Aide for 9 years. My experience is providing daily activities, medication reminder, bathing, meal prep, cooking, vital signs, light house keeping, laundry, dr apt, companionship
I am looking for part time or fill ins.
Also I am very friendly and caring
Pm if interested.
Christina can also help with: Companionship, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am vaccinated!! Need a break?
I'm here for you!
Hi my name is Nikki and I have been a home healthcare professional for 19 years.
I've worked at Brookdale Senior living, Canterbury Woods in Clyde a health. My joy and passion is coming to your home to take care of your loved ones. I'll be there after we agree on the job duties...
Nikki can also help with: Hospice services, home modification, errands, light cleaning, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Nikki is a kind hearted caring person and goes above and beyond. We thank her for all she’s done, would recommend and hire again."
Care member
Compensation: negotiable
I am a responsible caregiver and very caring person. I am available in Buffalo and surrounding suburbs. I am presently working only part time and have availability for additional caregiver work.
I am an experienced home health care aide (I am not an agency). I have 8 years of local experience as a...
Carol can also help with: Home modification, hospice services, dementia, personal care, visiting physician
Hi I have 10+ years of experience caring for families as if they were my very own. Which usually happens my patients/clients become family to me and my daughter.
Talisa can also help with: Dementia, errands, live-in home care, hospice services, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
Paige B.
Lockport, NY
$20-30/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello! I'm Paige. I am Home Health Care aid certified and have experience working in the field. I have also been a medical assistant for years so I can take vitals as well.
Paige can also help with: Personal care, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning, mobility assistance, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Olivia D.
Buffalo, NY
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
I started in healthcare as a CNA in 2018 at a long term care facility. I worked there for two years but got lucky as I got a home care job in 2020 right before Covid happened. I immediately fell in love with home care and the ability to give the proper one on one care that a person deserves. I stayed as a home health aide until...
Olivia can also help with: Dementia, respite care, hospice services, errands, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
Licensed Nurse
Joan B.
Lancaster, NY
$20-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
Certified Home Health Aide since 2015. Bachelors in health and wellness from Canisius (2020). Master in healthcare administration (2022). Almost 3 years of experience coordinating care professionally for IDD population. Worked in variety of settings caring for the elderly including assisted living facilities, Catholic health...
Joan can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, respite care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Charles G.
Buffalo, NY
$30-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
Very Reliable And Caring Professional Health Care Provider!
I have 3 certifications in the healthcare field such as personal care aid (PCA), home health aide(HHA) and certified nursing assistant (CNA)! I've worked with TBI patients, dementia, paraplegic and those who suffer with multiple sclerosis! Duties I perform is assisting with bathing, grooming and errands providing quality care to...
Charles can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, hospice services, companionship, dementia, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Emma C.
Buffalo, NY
$20-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
I Am A 24 Year Old Graduate School Student Looking For A Few Senior Care Cases In The Area!
I have been working as a Personal Care Aide at a retirement home for two years now. I absolutely adore my time with the older adults, helping them to feel their best. I am currently in an online graduate school program through St. Bonaventure University for Mental Health Counseling. I one day hope to be a LMHC for older adults....
Emma can also help with: Dementia, home modification, light cleaning
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Recent home health aide reviews in Akron, NY
Jean L.
5.0
Great caring person and wonderful personality.
- Kantivut C.
Joanie P.
5.0
My mother loves Joanie because she's so nice. I like her because she's so responsible and capable and I needn't worry about my mom when she's around. During this virus, she's been indispensable.
- Bill F.
Corinne G.
5.0
Corrine took care of me around a year ago for a couple months due to an injury, I would hire her back in a minute. She was very, very thorough, very sweet and really good at what she did and she had a sunny disposition. I would definitely hire her back again.
- Care member
Terri B.
5.0
What a blessing Terri was to my 94 year old father and me. As my father's primary caregiver, I was so in need of someone caring, reliable and highly skilled to help me with his care. She is a professional who knows her business but also has the human touch needed when dealing with a dementia patient...
- Joan S.
Dawn R.
5.0
She works for me as a housekeeper for almost 5 years now. I would say that she is probably the most genuinely friendly person I have ever met. She is a very hard worker and always has a great upbeat attitude. Highly recommended
- Jason S.
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FAQs for finding home health aides near you in Akron, NY
What does a home health aide do near me in Akron, NY?
If you’re planning to hire a home health aide near you in Akron, NY, it’s important to understand that there is no one standard role that a home health aide takes on. A home health aide isn’t a nurse, but can help with health related tasks like ensuring their clients take their medicine on time, transporting them to doctors appointments, picking up prescriptions, and making sure they are well fed and bathed.
What home health aide duties do providers take on near me in Akron, NY?
When it’s time to hire a home health aide near you in Akron, NY, it’s a good idea to create a list of duties your family members need help with. You can review different profiles on Care.com to learn more about common health aide duties such as bathing, feeding, and cleaning up after their clients.
How can I find a home health aide near me in Akron, NY?
To find home health aides near you in Akron, NY, you can create an account with Care.com and then you can filter and sort local home health aides by distance from Akron, NY. Then you can review your options for home health aides by reading about their experience and the home health aide duties they will take on.
How much does it cost to hire a home health aide near me in Akron, NY?
The average rate for hiring home health aides near you in Akron, NY on Care.com as of May, 2024 is $20.00 per hour. It’s worth noting that the rate each individual home health aide charges depends on the level of care required, the provider's certifications, and their years of experience.
How can I safely hire a home health aide near me in Akron, NY?
To help you start your research, all home health aides on Care.com are asked to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck (the providers who complete this background check have a badge on their profile displaying the date it was run). However, this is just a jumping off point. We strongly recommend that you take additional steps for hiring a home health aid safely, which include interviewing candidates, calling their professional references, and running your own background check.