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Susan O.

Caring, Experienced, Professional

Essex, MA

3.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Respite care
dementia
hospice services
personal care
live-in home care
Hello, I've been doing in-home caregiving for many years. I enjoy my work and have a good attitude and a sense of humor. My clients always look forward to my visits. I can provide excellent references if you d like. People say that I smile a lot and can quickly put you at ease. I'm easy to talk to and I seem to have a calming...

Care Member says "Susan was very attentive to my mother in laws needs. My MIL had dementia and needed someone with her at all times. Susan kept her good company,...

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Holly F.

Essex, MA

from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Live-in home care
dementia
errands
light cleaning
home modification
+ 1 more
I started caring for seniors when I was in nursing school, and currently care for many seniors at my nursing job on a telemetry floor at the hospital. In my spare time, I like to read, run and spend time with my cat!
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Holly G.

Available For Companionship, Transportation, And General Care.

Danvers, MA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
companionship
dementia
live-in home care
light cleaning
+ 1 more
There is something extra special about caring for members of our aging population. Their knowledge, values, and beliefs hold a very special place in my heart. I provide a caring, loving, and patient approach to time with clients. My experience includes, but is not limited to, companionship, meal prep, light housekeeping, and...

Care Member says "Two years ago I was looking for someone to care for my then 96 year old mother. I was tired, emotional and burned out. My mom is a strong-willed,...

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Kathleen A.

RN With Infant Experience Available Par time

Beverly, MA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
companionship
dementia
hospice services
errands
+ 1 more
I'm an experienced , compassionate , trustworthy, reliable caregiver with over 35 continuous years caring for a variety of individuals . I've an extensive working medical background Hospital, Clinic ( Intercity , Rural ) VNA , Physician Office, Hospice, Homecare ( Agency, Private) I'm confident with my level of Critical...

Aine L. says "I really couldn't imagine a better caregiver for my mom with Alzheimer's who Kathleen helped take care of. She is dementia and Alzheimer's certified and...

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Barbara A.

Barbara

Gloucester, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Respite care
dementia
hospice services
personal care
live-in home care
Assisting those that need a little extra TLC in their daily lives is what I hope to help you with. Caring, compassionate, reliable, responsible, mature, honest.... these are some of the qualities I bring to the people I care for. As a CNA I have worked with a variety of clients and conditions in various settings (private,...

Nancy H. says "Barbara is the best! We were so pleased with the care that she provided to our 95 year old dad! She went over and beyond, providing the best care. She...

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Charlene K.

Senior Caregiver

Gloucester, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
companionship
dementia
hospice services
errands
+ 1 more
59 yrs Female I've been providing exceptional care and companionship to individuals throughout the North Shore including those with physical and cognitive impairments for 10+ years. I have experience with Dementia, Parkinson's Disease, Cancer, Anxiety Disorders, Depression, Mobility and end of life care. I pride myself as...

Deanne L. says "Charlene is an excellent caregiver. She is attentive and compassionate to patients needs both physical and emotional. Charlene never hesitates to take...

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Ann K.

Honest , Fun And Compassionate.

Danvers, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Personal care
dementia
home modification
live-in home care
hospice services
+ 1 more
Compassionate caregiver from Ireland with over 20 years experience. Trained and experienced in elder care involving Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, Lewy Body and dementia. Assists in medication reminders, filling medication boxes, making doctor's appointments, transporting to doctor's appointments, light house-keeping, dressing,...

Mareah P. says "What a wonderful and professional person. She is knowledgeable and kind and made my day of medical very easy. I will hire her again and have recommended...

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Mary S.

Experienced Caregiver

Rowley, MA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Respite care
dementia
hospice services
personal care
live-in home care
+ 1 more
Professional caregiver available for part-time position assisting in home environment. Flexible & reliable. Impeccable references. Experience with all senior care issues.

Nancy C. says "Mary is very knowledgeable and familiar with rules and regulations. She has a wonderful way with patients and families as well . She is pleasant and...

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Cyrilla B.

Experienced College Educated Caregiver Looking For One Time Only Opportunities

Ipswich, MA

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
live-in home care
personal care
I have a B. S. in Psychology and I am also a certified occupational therapy assistant to assist, adapt and modify activities of daily living to improve ability to complete activities of daily living such as bathing or dressing with increased independence. I have worked as a caregiver since 2010 primarily with adults and the...
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Gabriela B.

Patient Care

Beverly, MA

from
$20/hr
2 years experience
Transportation
dementia
errands
meal prep
live-in home care
I have completed Beverly hospitals nursing assistants program. In this program they taught us how to care for patients and complete tests like blood sugars, phlebotomy, and sample collection. I also have been working in a hospital setting for the past four years. Some of the jobs consisted of mental health technician in Lowell...
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Emily S.

Beverly, MA

from
$20/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
dementia
errands
live-in home care
light cleaning
Hi! My name is Emily, and I'm a caring and dependable caregiver with experience supporting seniors with daily tasks, companionship, and personal care. I'm currently studying nursing and also work as a CNA, so I'm confident in providing safe and compassionate support. I truly enjoy helping others and making a positive difference...
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Doris K.

Beverly, MA

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Home modification
light cleaning
mobility assistance
live-in home care
About Me I am a hardworking, reliable, and highly available caregiver with years of experience as a CNA. I am certified and first aid certified, ensuring the highest level of care and safety for seniors. Since moving to the U. S., I have worked tirelessly to provide compassionate and professional support to those in need. In my...
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Liz B.

Gloucester, MA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
dementia
errands
live-in home care
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have a great passion and respect for senior citizens. Sadly I lost my own mother to Alzheimer's six years ago. A difficult and trying experience. What I took away from that, however, cannot be matched. I know she is with me every day and I gained so much wisdom as I managed her care over the years. I am an extremely capable...
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Kasey A.

Danvers, MA

from
$25/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
errands
home modification
live-in home care
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! I have been working in the ER as a tech/cna for almost three years now and I will be graduating nursing school this May. I grew up taking care of my grandmother with dementia and have gained so much experience since. I am kind, patient, and passionate in what I do. I love taking care of people who are in need. BLS...
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Kaitlynn T.

8+ Years Of Senior Care Experience

Danvers, MA

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$23/hr
7 years experience
Live-in home care
companionship
dementia
light cleaning
errands
+ 1 more
Local to the north shore. Over 8 years of experience for caring for seniors
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Suhail P.

Private Home Care

Ipswich, MA

from
$25/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
dementia
errands
hospice services
home modification
+ 1 more
I am a bilingual CNA/HHA supervisor very caring and trustworthy. I have worked with all types of clients including Dementia/Alzheimer's , Hospice and adults with disabilities. A lover of animals. I am very loyal and hard working, highly organized, dependable and a multitasker also very generous, attentive, & loving. It is a...
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Heidi P.

Danvers, MA

from
$15/hr
5 years experience
Live-in home care
dementia
errands
light cleaning
hospice services
+ 1 more
"My caregiving extends beyond traditional ch "My commitment to compassionate care has been shaped by significant personal experiences. I provided dedicated, hands-on care for my father during his hospice journey, learning invaluable lessons about end-of-life support, emotional resilience, and maintaining comfort. Complementing...
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Rose N.

I Am A Mid-40 Years Old Compassionate Caregiver.

Danvers, MA

from
$28/hr
10 years experience
Live-in home care
I've had a privilege of serving seniors for 19 years. I've had the privilege of working with Clients/patients in early phase of care to the end stage of life. I have long experience with those affected with memory loss due to different forms of Dementia. I was a CDP(Certified Dementia practitioner) for 6 years but at this moment...
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Erin H.

Gloucester, MA

from
$15/hr
Meal prep
dementia
errands
live-in home care
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello Erin, here I'm an outgoing, fun person who is serious about her work. I've been taking care of people All of my life. It comes naturally for me. From working with the elderly to kids, to pets and all the in between. I love to keep a tidy home it's Easy to clean as you go and stay organized..
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Mena D.

Health Needs My Priority

Rowley, MA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Live-in home care
dementia
errands
light cleaning
hospice services
+ 1 more
It is important to build, support and have good relationship with my client and family. "Your Health Needs my Priority." Work Experience: Building trust, patience, kind, caring and reliable it provides good care for my clients. They have enjoyed my work and always assure my clients live a safe happy life. Over 10 years of...
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  • 60 live in caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.50/hr as of July 2025

  • The average star rating for rated live in caregivers is 3.0

Recent live in caregiver reviews from local parents in Essex, MA

Live In Caregivers in Essex, MA are rated 3.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed live in caregivers

Susan O.

Susan was very attentive to my mother in laws needs. My MIL had dementia and needed someone with her at all times. Susan kept her good...

- Care member

Holly G.

Two years ago I was looking for someone to care for my then 96 year old mother. I was tired, emotional and burned out. My mom is a...

- Care member

Kathleen A.

I really couldn't imagine a better caregiver for my mom with Alzheimer's who Kathleen helped take care of. She is dementia and Alzheimer's...

- Aine L.

FAQs for finding live-in caregivers near you in Essex, MA

The average rate for hiring a live-in caregiver near you in Essex, MA is $17.50 per hour. It’s worth noting that this is just an average, and the cost of a live-in caregiver can vary based on their qualifications, their years of experience, and the unique type of care your loved one requires.

To start your search for a live-in caregiver near you on Care.com, sort caregiver profiles by distance from Essex, MA or zip code. If you want to increase the amount of available options, you can expand your search radius. Then you can compare candidates by reading about their experience working with seniors, the type of caregiving services they provide, and their hourly rate.

Yes, caregivers near you in Essex, MA on Care.com are asked to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. Senior caregivers who complete this background check will have a badge on their profile displaying the date it was run. While CareCheck is a good start, we strongly recommend that you follow some additional steps for hiring a caregiver for seniors safely, which include interviewing candidates, checking references, and running your own background check. Visit our Safety Center to learn more.

There is no one-size-fits-all approach to live-in caregiver services. All clients have different needs and all caregivers feel comfortable offering specific services. Generally though, you can expect a live-in caregiver to help with cooking, cleaning, tasks that are difficult for the senior to manage, and transportation. It’s important to interview a few different candidates, when hiring a live-in caregiver near you in Essex, MA to see what responsibilities they feel comfortable taking on and how their service offerings line up with your needs.

When it’s time to interview live-in caregivers near you in Essex, MA, you’ll want to be ready with a list of interview questions you can ask them. You’ll want to start by asking them to tell you more about their work experience and qualifications. Then you can ask them what types of responsibilities they can take on. Don’t be afraid to tell them what you need, the point of an interview is to find out if they’re a good fit for your family.

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