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51 home health aides are listed in Schenectady, NY
The average rate is $20/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby home health aides is 8 years
Home health aides in Schenectady, NY
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: Hospice services, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, companionship & 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
(3)
Hello, my name is Drupattie.
I am a certified home health aide, first aide, and CPR certified.
I have been working within the healthcare field for over 10 years. I have
experience with special needs, dementia Alzheimer's , hospices).
I am proud of my reputation for being a very kind, honest, and...
Drupatti can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, light cleaning, errands, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
Wound Care
5.0
"My experience with Sonia D. has been very positive. As a care giver, she possesses a number of positive qualities. I find her to be considerate and thoughtful when dealing with my needs. She is medically knowledgeable and helpful with treatments and...
Brian G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have over 15 years of experience in home health care aide. I am very compassionate skilled aide devoted to providing superior care to persons with disabilities and health limitations. I grew up in a large family in Lima, Peru. I have been taking care of young-ones and seniors ever since. I am very responsible and have known to...
Lisbeth can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, hospice services & more
5.0
"I am so blessed to have Lisbeth in my life! I couldn't have asked for a kinder, more professional caregiver. She has been with me for a year and has all the qualities that anyone seeking help would need. She is truly a gem!!!!"
Maria K.
4.9
(7)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Experienced caregiver, home health aid/ med tech . Over 20 years experience. Have experience with managing pay, scheduling companionship, cooking light housekeeping . Pet care , and much more . Would love to care for your loved one
Lindsy can also help with: Errands, live-in home care, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"Lindsy took care of our mom during her last weeks. She is a devoted, skilled, and very compassionate caregiver and aide, and I enthusiastically recommend her to anyone searching for a senior caregiver. She made all the difference for our mom and family during a...
Care member
Nalini B.
Schenectady, NY
$10-45/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: Dementia, hospice services, home modification, live-in home care, respite care, personal 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.
I'm a certified home health aide . I love caring for the elderly m. I'm very responsible, kind, dedicated . I'm in this area over over 15 year . come care is my passion
Hirmattie can also help with: Live-in home care, errands, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Experienced Certified Home Health Aide with medication management with administration of medication. I have 14 years in the medical field . I have worked with all different types of care short term care, long term care , hospice patients , alzheimers, and dementia. I assist with all daily living (ADLs). I am a compassionate...
Brittiany can also help with: Companionship, errands, meal prep, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
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: Mobility assistance, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Jean Line L.
Schenectady, NY
$15-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
When I was 17 years old I started my health care career at Capital Region Boses. Graduated as a HHA, PCA. and CNA
I worked as a home health aid for about two years.
Jean Line can also help with: Errands, meal prep, transportation, light cleaning
Desiree K.
Schenectady, NY
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
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...
Desiree can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, companionship, live-in home care, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"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 help if they wanted to stay in their home.
We initially hired Desiree for one day a week to assist them with...
Marcia N.
For decades, I have been employed as a PCA and Home Health Aide. I provide excellent care for seniors that need assistance within their homes. Light housekeeping, meal preparations, doctor appointments, as well as outside activities when weather permits.
Currently, I am interested and available for weekday shifts 4 p.m. to 6...
Lolita can also help with: Dementia, companionship, live-in home care, errands, home modification, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Kamlawattie and I'm interested in this position. In my previous job, I was responsible for taking care of a elder woman and her husband. I assisted them with their meals, medications, and preparation for bed. I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and day-to-day tasks. I am able to...
Kamlawattie can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, live-in home care, light cleaning, meal prep, errands & more
I am currently looking for personal care. Over a decade I have been working in the healthcare field, I've worked for tacconic ddso, captial ddso, arc and other agencies working with individuals with developmental disabilities and have also transitioned into assisted living facilities working with the elderly, moving forward I...
Jaileene can also help with: Hospice services, errands, respite care, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
I have almost a year of experience. I can help with Home Care and Light Housecleaning. I currently work for a client with ms. I love being helpful and useful to people. My specialty is autistic adults and adults with disabilities.
Deniece can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, personal care
I have m. ore than 20 years of experience working in home care, hospitals and nursing homes. I'm reliable, passionate and trustworthy. I make a difference in people's lives and give quality care.
BARBARA Q
Schenectady, NY 12304
Certified Nurse's Assistant (CNA)
1996
Hallmark Nursing Center
526 Altamont...
Barbara can also help with: Errands, meal prep, home modification, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
I have 15 years of experience between being a home health aid/PCT and working at Ellis Hospital. I can help with care giving, companion, hospice care, and many other things that you may require.
Niomey can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, personal care, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
4.7
(6)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Positive, caring and compassionate Home Health Aide with more than five years of experience in providing superior in-home care tasks for elderly patience.
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Maria is caring for my mother. Helping with daily tasks. My mother is very happy with her thus far. Friendly and hard working. Updates me with any concerns which I appreciate."
Susan O.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Bebi. I'm an experienced home health aide for over 8 years. I have been working for patients diagnosed with dementia, bedridden, CHF, advanced kidney failure and other comorbidities. My job description includes managing medications, shower , basic health necessities such as nebulizers, BP and glucose monitoring or...
Bebi can also help with: Mobility assistance, dementia, companionship, live-in home care, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Bebi was great with my aunt. She provided great live-in aid entailing everything as described in her profile. She even referred great fill-ins for available timings. It was a pleasure."
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have over 15 years of home health aide experience. I am professional, reliable, and compassionate. I enjoy interacting with my patients and getting to know them. Day shifts, night shifts and/or overnights all work well for me. I am flexible regarding scheduling and I will do my best to accommodate your needs. Duties include:...
Michael can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, companionship, live-in home care, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Michael is compassionate by nature and always positive about things. He is punctual, dependable, and knowledgeable. We always felt comfortable around him. He has a great sense of humor which made us laugh. Exceptional employee all around. Would not hesitate to...
Joanna S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been in the geriatric field since I was 14 years old. I was a recreation therapist for several years and have done home care since I have been living in NY. I got my home health aide license when I lived in NJ. I am very passionate about helping older adults. I am well versed in older music, movies and general pop...
Alyssa can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, errands, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"My family was looking for someone to come in a few days a week to help mom take care of dad, suffering from dementia . Alyssa has been very kind and caring to both of them. She helps dad stay in a routine and assists with puzzles and some exercises for dementia....
Maryann D.
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Recent home health aide reviews in Schenectady, NY
Leslie D.
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 non work day and helped me move...
- Colleen K.
Drupatti S.
5.0
Drupatti is a wonderful dependable health aide. She is trustworthy, and capable of all life saving treatments. She has a lovely personality that makes it easy to work with her. Very upbeat and a pleasure to be in her company.
- Sarah C.
Lisbeth A.
5.0
I am so blessed to have Lisbeth in my life! I couldn't have asked for a kinder, more professional caregiver. She has been with me for a year and has all the qualities that anyone seeking help would need. She is truly a gem!!!!
- Maria K.
Lindsy S.
5.0
Lindsy took care of our mom during her last weeks. She is a devoted, skilled, and very compassionate caregiver and aide, and I enthusiastically recommend her to anyone searching for a senior caregiver. She made all the difference for our mom and family during a very difficult time.
- Care member
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.
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FAQs for finding home health aides near you in Schenectady, NY
What does a home health aide do near me in Schenectady, NY?
If you’re planning to hire a home health aide near you in Schenectady, 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 Schenectady, NY?
When it’s time to hire a home health aide near you in Schenectady, 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 Schenectady, NY?
To find home health aides near you in Schenectady, NY, you can create an account with Care.com and then you can filter and sort local home health aides by distance from Schenectady, 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 Schenectady, NY?
The average rate for hiring home health aides near you in Schenectady, NY on Care.com as of May, 2024 is $20.25 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 Schenectady, 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.
Ratings for Schenectady, NY home health aides listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Home Health Aides in Schenectady, NY are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 18 reviews of the 51 listed home health aides.