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20 home health aides are listed in Fitchburg, MA
The average rate is $22/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby home health aides is 7 years
Home health aides in Fitchburg, MA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
HELLO!
Ive been a nursing asst. since 16 years old. Worked in many different settings, roughly 5 years at a nursing home and 6years home care. Ive had my CNA license for many years. I'm CPR certified. Experienced with Hospice, dementia, Alzheimer's, And also patients with MS. I have experience with colostomy bags, catheters...
Hailey can also help with: Personal care, dementia, hospice services
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Hailey has worked for my family six years now. Just last year my mother and father needed more care I made Hailey the lead aid. She took a lot of my shoulders! Taking care of hiring and firing, training and the scheduling of aids! Just a blessing. Would highly...
Julie H.
Experience working with children, elder community and people with physical and mental disability. My experience in health and human services is of 25 years. I started off working in early childhood development, I worked in a classroom for 10 years. I later went back to school and obtained a CNA/HHA certification. I also obtained...
Selene can also help with: Errands, personal care, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia
Skills:
CNA
I am a dedicated and compassionate certified home health aide with over 4 years of professional experience in providing care to elderly patients of all levels of necessity. My focus is on maintaining client safety and comfort by ensuring my patients receive the best possible care. I am a hard worker skilled at assisting with...
Varona can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, mobility assistance, hospice services, live-in home care, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Colleen B.
Fitchburg, MA
$27/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I was an EMT for many years and was certified in CPR/aed first aid etc. I have worked all different hours even overnights with my clients! I love to help out elderly and treat them the way I hope someone will do with me! I am a 57 yr old widow with a furbaby and two adult boys and I love what I do and I tend to fall for my...
Colleen can also help with: Hospice services, errands, live-in home care, light cleaning, dementia, companionship & more
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I graduated nursing school in 1998 and have always worked in home care even prior to graduation as a home health aide. When I became a registered nurse I worked on a medical surgical unit for 3 years. After being understaffed, I knew I needed a change and turned to what I loved, assisting individuals in their home. I worked as a...
Kelley can also help with: Personal care, respite care, visiting nurse, dementia, hospice services
5.0
"I hired Kelley last year when my 95 year old grandfather came to visit for a few weeks. Kelley was excellent. She helped bath him, put lotion on him, she gave him light massage, and took him for walks. She additionally helped change a bandage he had. She was very...
Claudia S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a grandmother of three grandchildren. I am fortunate to see them very often. My daughter and I have a farm. We raise sheep and goats. It is a very rewarding job. My hobbies are weaving, knitting, spinning and baking.
I started out as a home health aide many years ago. Wanting a change I became a nanny taking care of...
Cynthia can also help with: Dementia, respite care, meal prep, hospice services, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"If you are looking for senior care or a nanny, look no further. Hire Cindy IMMEDIATELY before someone else does. She is AMAZING!! She cared for my parents the past few years until they recently passed away. She is the most incredibly kind, gentle, respectful,...
Debbie C.
Taiane F.
Leominster, MA
$25-35/hr • 4 yrs exp
Dedicated home health aid with experience, passionate in helping patients of all ages and all levels of necessity.
Taiane can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, personal care, errands, dementia, respite care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
Olivia S.
Leominster, MA
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
I am a certified Nursing assistant, Home health Aide, I have a 5 year experience in this field, am friendly, good time keeper, clean, good cook, patient, good listener and much more to offer if hired.
Olivia can also help with: Transportation, errands, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Hello I will start by saying since I was 16 I have always been in the health care field in some sort of way. I have nursing home experience, residential direct support staff experience (9 years) as well as being an advocate for 2 disabled adults for 2 years. The last 2 years I have been a private home health aid, to three...
Karli can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, respite care, errands, meal prep & more
Myke O.
Leominster, MA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Certified Medical Assistant, CNA, HHA, Providing Senior Care For Your Loved Ones.
My name is Myke, I specialize in care with Alzheimer and Dementia patients. I have 10 years of working in a hospital setting caring with patients on a Geri Psych, my caring and nurturing personality gives me great patients for your loved ones. I am currently certified in first aid and CPR. I am a certified medical assistant,...
Myke can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, hospice services, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
CNA
5.0
(13)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I would love to help taking care of you love one, I keep them safe, can give them a shower, prepare meals, give meds on time, and all they need. I have been working as a caregiver since 2005 and worked in an assisting living in the past for 15 years.
I am willing to work 24 hours in one shift.
If you need help and you are...
Aida can also help with: Dementia, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning, live-in home care, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Aida cared for my elderly mom for multiple years. She is very reliable and a consummate professional with a great positive attitude. Aida would still be aiding my mom if she hadn’t been taken by the angels. I can’t say enough good things about her… rest assured...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a pleasant, compassionate and loving lady with HHA 10+ years experience providing in-home patient care.
Have consistently maintained positive client reviews of excellence with a clean driving record. Receiving regular commendations for efficiency and for cooking delicious nutritious meals.
Client transportation to doctors...
Peninnah can also help with: Personal care, visiting physician, dementia, home modification, live-in home care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Extremely experienced, knowledgeable, caring, and talented at every phase of long-term care, to end up life. The family is extremely grateful to have found her to care for our family members, and she is highly recommended for anyone looking for a great caregiver."
Robert D.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have worked in elder care for most of my adult life as a Home Health Aid and Program Director. These roles provide me with many skills, both in caring for people physically but also cognitively. I can keep your loved one engaged, stimulated and interested in things around them. I am highly qualified and skilled in helping...
Lisa can also help with: Home modification, respite care, dementia, personal care, visiting nurse
5.0
"Lisa is an extremely skilled caregiver and exceptional person. Her thoughtful, creative approach and terrific sense of humor have had a dramatic, positive impact on my wife. My wife has young onset Alzheimer's and Lisa's care has empowered her, allowing her to feel...
Michael L.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked in the human services field for 8 years now as a mental health specialist and as a direct care support staff. At my work I have been helping with ADL's, preparing food for the residents, taking the residents food shopping, helping the residents meet their goals. As a mental health specialist I was able to help...
Caroline can also help with: Personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Caroline is wonderful! Very warm, caring and professional. she is always here ahead of time, and waits in the car till time to start. She learned the care routine for my husband in two visits. We both trust her and enjoy her visits. We feel lucky to have found her!...
Robin Morrison P.
Certified Home Health Aide with 3 years experience in Senior care. Compassionate, Attention to detail, Dedicated. Selfless and always put client's comfort and needs above all else.
Vera can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, live-in home care, errands, home modification, light cleaning & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 20 yrs experience in the home health aid field. I love assisting others in need it is very rewarding. I love what I do and wouldn't trade it for anything. I have excellent references.
Crystal can also help with: Personal care, dementia, hospice services
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Heather E.
Milford, NH
$22-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello I have been working with elderly and disabled individuals of all ages. I started out working in a group home 13 yrs ago and my love for this line of work came so naturally to me. From the group home I started working as a home health aide. I enjoyed every minute being able to know I can help another get thru their daily...
Heather can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, dementia, errands, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Hello there! As a registered nurse, I have a passion for helping people of all ages. But when it comes to senior care, I know just how important it is to provide not only medical assistance but also companionship and fun activities. With my experience as a previous home health aide, I understand the unique needs of seniors and...
Hello, my name is Christina. I'm a certified home health aid, I have 10 year of working experience. I'm a professional and passionate companion. I am happy to with helping with light house chores, dishes, laundry, making the bed. I am comfortable helping with dressing/undressing, bathing. I am open to bringing you or your loved...
Christina can also help with: Errands, meal prep, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Hello I am currently home health aide and CNA certified. I have taken the CPR first aide training course. I have work experience in nursing homes as well as in home care for about 10 years. I have also worked with elderly that have alzheimers dementia. I am working towards getting my degree to be a registered nurse. I take great...
Carissa can also help with: Errands, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
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Recent home health aide reviews in Fitchburg, MA
Hailey R.
5.0
Hailey has worked for my family six years now. Just last year my mother and father needed more care I made Hailey the lead aid. She took a lot of my shoulders! Taking care of hiring and firing, training and the scheduling of aids! Just a blessing. Would highly recommend.
- Julie H.
Kelley H.
5.0
I hired Kelley last year when my 95 year old grandfather came to visit for a few weeks. Kelley was excellent. She helped bath him, put lotion on him, she gave him light massage, and took him for walks. She additionally helped change a bandage he had. She was very kind which put my grandfather at...
- Claudia S.
Cynthia S.
5.0
If you are looking for senior care or a nanny, look no further. Hire Cindy IMMEDIATELY before someone else does. She is AMAZING!! She cared for my parents the past few years until they recently passed away. She is the most incredibly kind, gentle, respectful, reliable and wonderful person....
- Debbie C.
Aida A.
5.0
It is a pleasure to write a reference for Aida who has been providing in-home care for me for the past three months. This is my first time needing such care as I have had deteriorating health and functioning over the past year and a half following a car accident. As a 69 year old widow, I live alone...
- Carol M.
Peninnah M.
5.0
Extremely experienced, knowledgeable, caring, and talented at every phase of long-term care, to end up life. The family is extremely grateful to have found her to care for our family members, and she is highly recommended for anyone looking for a great caregiver.
- Robert D.
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FAQs for finding home health aides near you in Fitchburg, MA
What does a home health aide do near me in Fitchburg, MA?
If you’re planning to hire a home health aide near you in Fitchburg, MA, 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 Fitchburg, MA?
When it’s time to hire a home health aide near you in Fitchburg, MA, 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 Fitchburg, MA?
To find home health aides near you in Fitchburg, MA, you can create an account with Care.com and then you can filter and sort local home health aides by distance from Fitchburg, MA. 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 Fitchburg, MA?
The average rate for hiring home health aides near you in Fitchburg, MA on Care.com as of May, 2024 is $22.75 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 Fitchburg, MA?
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.