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Nancy O.

Seasoned Caregiver

Merrick, NY

from
$17/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
dementia
live-in home care
errands
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have almost 10 years of eldercare experience. I specialize in Dementia, Cancer Care and Hospice. My passion is caring for the elderly and helping families through this tough time. Excellent care goes a long way to heal a person physically and mentally. I can help even with the most difficult cases. For reliable coverage with a...
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Olga R.

Merrick, NY

from
$25/hr
Meal prep
errands
light cleaning
live-in home care
I work I have worked with older adults in my country, in addition to this I took care of my father and also my grandfather, I consider that I have the charisma to carry out this work.
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Ashely L.

Merrick, NY

from
$25/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
dementia
live-in home care
errands
meal prep
+ 1 more
As a hospital patient care associate, I provided hands-on support to elderly patients: helping with bathing, dressing, feeding, mobility, toileting, and emotional comfort. I'm experienced in creating a safe, respectful, and compassionate environment while supporting both physical and emotional needs with patience and care.
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Kerryann W.

I Am Good With The Elderly

Rosedale, NY

4.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Live-in home care
personal care
I have 13 years experience. I work with one of my patients doing live in care for two and a half years and one for one year the rest 12 hours shift. I am a CNA and also an HHA. I also have references available.

Care Member says "Kerryann was my Moms caregiver for the last four years of her life after a devastating stroke. Having her live in with my Mom gave my siblings and I...

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Patty O.

Elder Care

East Meadow, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Home modification
companionship
hospice services
dementia
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am a certified home health aide and a phlebotomist with over 10 years experience in elder care. I am compassionate, patient empathetic, caring and dedicated to my job. I am CPR certified. I believe everyone should be treated with , kindness, respect and love. It takes nothing to be kind. Treat people right, treat people the...

Care Member says "Oh my god.. she is amazing.. patience, caring, knowledgeable, thoughtful, kind.. took care of my babies for 2 years.. she is simply amazing!! She is a...

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Blanca H.

Pt Caregiver Available And Over Night

West Hempstead, NY

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Hospice services
companionship
live-in home care
dementia
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have experience as a medical assistant and HHA , CnA trained as well. . I love working with the elderly encouraging mobility when possible , PT exercises as indicated by PT . Conversation , managing meds, activities etc . I have experience working with patients with many different health issues. I'm compassionate, kind,...

Care Member says "Blanca was very helpful and knowledgeable caregiver. Very professional "

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Jessica J.

Certified Caregiver

Cambria Heights, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Live-in home care
dementia
personal care
home modification
respite care
+ 1 more
Hello I'm Jessica a mother of a teenage girl and a people person, meaning I love giving advice, love to make people smile and laugh( I do not like seeing people sad or moody). Assist/ Administer food/medicine, peg tube and flushing tube, catheter, bedpan, hoyer lift and alot more medical/Healthcare experiences. I am also Fully...

Matina C. says "Jessica is a hard working lady she takes her job very seriously and you can rely on her she is caring and responsible. Jessica is the perfect candidate...

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Sal Luis S.

Reliability/Knowledge Is Key

Massapequa, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
dementia
live-in home care
errands
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Sal. I'm Nurse Aide certified with 15+ years experience. I can help with personal care, wound care, hospice care etc. I have experience with all types of conditions with the disabled and elderly population. Especially dementia/Alzheimer's, MS, and Parkinson's. I believe reliability and knowledge is very...

Care Member says "Sal was a seasoned care giver that showed a genuine concern for my special needs brother. He offered professional advice and had good insight. He is...

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Josie M.

Provide Care

Valley Stream, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hospice services
companionship
light cleaning
dementia
live-in home care
+ 1 more
I Provide patients and families with emotional support and instruction in areas such as caring for the elderly, preparing healthy meals, and living independently. Provide patients with help moving in and out of beds, baths, companionship, wheelchairs or automobiles, and with dressing and grooming. A Professional license in CHHA...

Care Member says "Josie was hired to take care of my grandmother during her stages of battling stomach cancer. Josie has met our family right after my grandmother had a...

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Monet W.

Full-Time Or Live-In CNA Available For Companionship, Meal Prep, Housekeeping, Medication Reminders.

Freeport, NY

4.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Personal care
dementia
respite care
hospice services
live-in home care
Compassionate, intuitive and self-directed CNA with over 10 years of experience devoted to providing superior in-home care to seniors, mentally ill, and persons with disabilities or any health limitation. I've had the opportunity to work in several settings including medical-surgical, critical care, emergency, behavioral health,...

Harold S. says "Monet is a caring and responsible young lady."

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Eileen H.

Caregiver

Mineola, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Live-in home care
dementia
personal care
home modification
respite care
+ 1 more
I truly love caregiving. More rewarding than my previous paralegal career. I have experience with: diabetic care, dementia care, oxygen administration, colostomy care, bathing, medication, socializing, etc. I am honest, extremely patient, trustworthy and have a good sense of humor.

Alexandra T. says "Elieen is a very caring funny person who takes great pleasure in her job taking care of my mother. She is very kind, caring , loving , sweet person and...

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Alina S.

Experienced Caregiver

Franklin Square, NY

3.7(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Hospice services
companionship
light cleaning
dementia
live-in home care
+ 1 more
Skills: I'm an experienced caregiver and health aid, able to provide services as: Giving medicine, feeding, bathing, dressing and exercising of disable person. I worked for a person after a stroke and I used equipment like mechanical lifts and tube feeding. I am willing to work during night or day. I have a car and pretty...

Barbara C. says "Alina cared for my aging parents, both with mild dementia. She also cared for my mom following a fall. She is very warm, kind and caring. She is...

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Marshalee M.

Full-Time Care Giver Available

Uniondale, NY

4.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Live-in home care
dementia
personal care
home modification
respite care
+ 1 more
I am honest, very compassionate and a caring, kindhearted certified home health aide and CPR first aide trained with 8 years experience working in the home of clients doing laundry, with personal hygiene: bathing, groomed and changed their disposable underwear, meal preparation according to different diet plans, giving...

Cassandra P. says "Marsha interviewed with me this evening and she was AMAZING with amazing references."

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Stella L.

Overnight Caregiver (HHA)

Levittown, NY

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Respite care
dementia
live-in home care
personal care
Reliable and compassionate . Certified Nursing Assistant and HHA with 16 +years of experience working with seniors with Dementia, Medication management Hoyer Lift Personal care Meal preparation Transfers Wheelchair Oxygen machine Groceries Transportation Dr. Visits Social events Keep the patient active if...

Betty F. says "Ruth has great judgement regarding our kids and she gets along with them very well. We are very happy we met Ruth and she truly helps us in our home."

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Victoria C.

HOME HEALTH CARE FOR SENIORS

Rosedale, NY

4.9(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Hospice services
companionship
light cleaning
dementia
live-in home care
+ 1 more
My name is Victoria, I am a care giver, Aid and companion care . caregiver for 10 years now. worked for both private and in companies and I have gain terrific experience on seniors, care. 10 year ago my mom had stroke, I cared for her till she passed, that led me to become a caregiver. Being kind, have empathy and be patient...

Care Member says "Hardworking Compassionate Patience Dedicated"

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Elka A.

Nursing Assistant/Home Health Aide

Baldwin, NY

4.8(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
companionship
live-in home care
dementia
meal prep
+ 1 more
I've been a caregiver for 12 years, and love giving the best care to my patients, I also enjoy talking to them and making them very comfortable. I became a caregiver because I like to help and encourage the elderly. I'm an honest, loving and caring person. It gives me a great satisfaction to know that I'm helping my client. I'm...

Care Member says "Elka is a hard and reliable worker. She has care for my aunt before she past. She has a very caring spirit. I highly recommend her. By any means...

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Azela J.

Reliable Personal Care Attendant Looking For Part-Time Work

Bethpage, NY

5.0(1)
from
$46/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Personal care
dementia
hospice services
live-in home care
My sheer interest in caring for seniors is simply my passion to help people. I have gained deeper understanding caring seniors in a manner that every one needs is different. But they all need someone to lend a helping hand. I've been a health care assistant for 9 years, got my Certified Nursing Assistant License in 2012....

Jenny T. says "Sweet, caring, and reliable, has been helpful with dad's recovery, so glad we found Azela on this site! "

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Erline D.

Hewlett, NY

4.9(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
companionship
live-in home care
errands
meal prep
+ 1 more
- I'm a patient's care Technician with a certification in dialysis,. - I also work as a Direct care counselor technician. I am experienced in working with children with special needs. - Presently, I worked and cared for children diagnosed with cerebral palsy for 18 years. - I also care for psych patients, and I have a B L S and...

Care Member says "Erline is superb, since I had to work she was my eyes and ears for my Mom who had dementia, she’s really patient."

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Marjorie F.

Marjorie, CHHA

Elmont, NY

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
5 years experience
Hospice services
companionship
light cleaning
dementia
live-in home care
+ 1 more
It has always been my passion to care for the elderly and of such I've been a home health aide for the past 8 years, with experiences ranging from Alzheimer's care, Hospice care, Companionship and many more. I am very attentive, caring, and detailed oriented. To employ me is to know you have a care giver who really cares and is...

Kenesha G. says "Marjorie is a phenomenal individual. She spent a couple years with my father-in-law, and she was God sent. Our family was really blessed to have such an...

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Melissa C.

Home Health Aide And Medical Assistant

Hicksville, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Home modification
companionship
hospice services
dementia
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am Mature friendly and compassionate. I live in Hicksville and available to care for your loved one. I truly enjoy caring for people. I am an experienced Medical Assistant and Home Health Aide. I provide caring and dedicated attention to the people I care for. Encourage physical activity and social interaction. I am always...

Jeff Z. says "Melissa took care of my father for the past 18 months. Quite simply - she's the best of the best! We had a series of other caregivers prior - and Melissa...

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  • The average post rate is $22.33/hr as of April 2026

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Live In Caregivers in Merrick, NY are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed live in caregivers

Kerryann W.

Kerryann was my Moms caregiver for the last four years of her life after a devastating stroke. Having her live in with my Mom gave my...

- Care member

Patty O.

Oh my god.. she is amazing.. patience, caring, knowledgeable, thoughtful, kind.. took care of my babies for 2 years.. she is simply...

- Care member

Blanca H.

Blanca was very helpful and knowledgeable caregiver. Very professional

- Care member

Helpful information on live-in caregivers in Merrick, NY

The average cost for a live-in caregiver in Merrick, NY as of April 2026 is $22.33 per hour, though many roles are structured as a weekly or monthly salary. In addition to wages, families typically provide room and board, including a private living space and meals. Total compensation can vary based on experience, level of care required, and schedule expectations.

A live-in caregiver in Merrick, NY provides continuous, in-home support for seniors or individuals who need assistance with daily living. Responsibilities often include helping with bathing, dressing, mobility, meal preparation, medication reminders, and companionship. Because they live in the home, they can offer consistent care and respond quickly to changing needs. You can learn more about what to expect when hiring live-in senior care.

A live-in caregiver can be a good option for families in Merrick, NY who need ongoing, full-time support for a loved one. This type of care is especially helpful for individuals with mobility challenges, chronic conditions, or those who prefer to age in place. It provides continuity, safety, and peace of mind compared to part-time or hourly care arrangements.

To find a trusted live-in caregiver in Merrick, NY, families often compare providers based on experience, reviews, and the types of care they offer. It’s important to interview candidates, check references, and discuss care needs in detail. Scheduling an initial trial period can also help ensure the caregiver is a good fit for your loved one and household.

When hiring a live-in caregiver in Merrick, NY, consider their experience with similar care needs, communication style, and reliability. It’s also important to clearly define responsibilities, schedule expectations, and household boundaries. Compatibility is key since the caregiver will be living in your home and interacting closely with your family.

Compensation for live-in caregivers in Merrick, NY typically includes wages along with housing and daily living benefits. This often covers a private room, meals, and utilities. Some families may also provide paid time off or additional benefits depending on the level of care and long-term expectations of the role. Comparing care options like live-in home care vs. 24/7 care can also help determine the right setup for your needs.

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