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Drupatti S.

Home Health Aide

Schenectady, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Errands
companionship
live-in home care
hospice services
dementia
+ 1 more
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...

Sarah C. says "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...

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Dixie R.

Schenectady, NY

from
$16/hr
2 years experience
Live-in home care
dementia
meal prep
light cleaning
I have worked in a nursing home facility for 2 years working with residents that have different levels of Dementia and capabilities helping them with their daily tasks ensuring that they are fed, clean and above all else safe. Prior this working as a CNA I took care of my Mom who was very ill for quite some time. I am...
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Isabella S.

Schenectady, NY

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Home modification
dementia
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
+ 1 more
I am a caregiver who is passionate about providing quality care and I strive to maintain and improve the quality of living in my patients. I am kind, patient, and very thorough in everything I do. I have 3+ years caregiving experience and 5+ years experience with the geriatric population. I am a certified PCA and CCMA. I am also...
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Tamara E.

Schenectady, NY

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Errands
companionship
live-in home care
hospice services
dementia
+ 1 more
I have well over 25 years of experience, I also worked in a nursing home my whole life. Nursing and caring for people has always been a priority in my life. There is no task that I can't handle. I'm compassionate, loving and very understanding when it comes to your loved ones.
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Lindsy S.

Care Like It's My Own !

Schenectady, NY

4.9(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Errands
companionship
live-in home care
hospice services
dementia
+ 1 more
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

Care Member says "Lindsy took care of our mom during her last weeks. She is a devoted, skilled, and very compassionate caregiver and aide, and I enthusiastically...

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Thomas F.

Love seniors! Available caregiver

Schenectady, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Hospice services
companionship
personal care
live-in home care
home modification
+ 1 more
Love seeing the smiles on someone you do for, and care for. We all need help sometimes, and i like to help ones who deserve and need it!

MICHELLE Z. says "Tom is very reliable and responsible. He was a terrific helper to an elderly family member during a time when it was desperately needed. He took care...

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Joyce M.

Senior Care

Schenectady, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Live-in home care
dementia
personal care
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I'm looking for a job that I can provide assistance where needed I started caring for seniors when I about 45 years In my spare time, I like to read, do puzzles and garden One thing you should know about me is that I am very compassionate, loving, and caring My skills include Alzheimer's, Parkinson patience, Elderly care
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Vida M.

Schenectady, NY

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$24/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
errands
mobility assistance
live-in home care
home modification
+ 1 more
I like caring for seniors because I love taking care of people. I have been working as a caregiver for 14 years and really enjoy what I do. In my spare time, I like to read and spend time with my grandkids.
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Hirmattie S.

Verified Home Health Aide

Schenectady, NY

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Hospice services
dementia
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
+ 1 more
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
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Aida B.

Hard Working Personal Care Aide

Schenectady, NY

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Errands
companionship
light cleaning
home modification
dementia
+ 1 more
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Home Care services. Duties included assisting with (ADL) including personal care, hygiene, baths back rubs, shampoo, skin and nail care, dressing, exercises, ambulation and changing / making bed, meal prep, light housekeeping, med reminders, incontinence...

Care Member says "Aida was an outstanding caregiver for my 98 yr old mother. She was attentive to her needs, respectful of my mother and her environment. She went to the...

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Susan Y.

Schenectady, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
dementia
personal care
live-in home care
errands
+ 1 more
I have 10 years of experience with Senior Care. I can help with Transportation Services and Errands/Shopping and bathing and meal preps and light housekeeping

Care Member says "Sue was always there when I needed her. She took care of my father for the last six months of his life and I couldn’t have asked for a more caring and...

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Shakeer B.

Schenectady, NY

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$23/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
dementia
live-in home care
I'd describe my personality as understanding, compassionate, outgoing I like caring for seniors because it makes me feel like I make a difference in people's lives. My grandfather had a long battle with dementia so any chance I can get to help other seniors going through the same, I have a lot of experience with Alzheimer's,...
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Chandrawattie P.

Schenectady, NY

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$18/hr
3 years experience
Errands
companionship
live-in home care
hospice services
dementia
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as optimistic, friendly and caring. I like caring for seniors because I like to help others. I'm looking for a job that provides a safe working environment. I started caring for seniors when I obtained my home health aide certification in 2020 In my spare time, I like to spend time with my...
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Nalini B.

Compassionate Caregiver With 12+years Of Experien

Schenectady, NY

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
10 years experience
Live-in home care
Bathroom needs, showering, dressing, daily activities cooking, feeding, multitask appointments, and run errands shopping, entertainment, like playing games, listening to music, reading, exercising, etc.

Care Member says "Nalini is an extraordinary caregiver. Very hard working and reliable, always on time and trust worthy. I felt very comfortable and safe when my elderly...

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Jessica R.

Schenectady, NY

from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Live-in home care
errands
transportation
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
With a solid background in home health care, I have developed a deep understanding of providing compassionate and personalized care to clients in their homes. My experience spans across assisting with daily activities, managing medications, and ensuring a safe and comfortable environment. I am adept at working with individuals...
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Talia T.

Schenectady, NY

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$16/hr
2 years experience
Live-in home care
errands
meal prep
light cleaning
transportation
I have experience with providing care for elderly citizens in a long term care facility, this includes dressing, bathing, changing linens, administering medication, ambulating, and providing mental stimulation.
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Jayleen R.

Schenectady, NY

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$20/hr
Live-in home care
dementia
meal prep
light cleaning
Hello! My name is Jayleen, I have a strong passion for caring for others, especially children. I am a non-smoker, CPR certified, and currently enrolled in college working toward becoming a nurse. For the past two years, I've been working as a Patient Care Technician in a hospital, where I've gained valuable experience in...
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Elizabeth S.

Caring For Seniors And Others

Schenectady, NY

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$25/hr
8 years experience
Errands
companionship
meal prep
light cleaning
dementia
+ 1 more
For the past 8 years I have worked for a wonderful family caring for their daughter with cerebral palsy. At the same time I lived with and cared for my aging grandmother. She was mostly bedridden, with dementia / Alzheimer's. She recently passed away at the age of 99. I want to use my experiences to help other families. I'm...
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Sophia R.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Schenectady, NY

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$16/hr
4 years experience
Hospice services
dementia
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
+ 1 more
Hello my name is Sophia. I have been a certified nursing assistant for 4 years now. I have a lot of experience working in nursing homes doing long term care, rehab, and I worked on a dementia unit for 2 years.
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Dhanwantie M.

Schenectady, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
errands
mobility assistance
live-in home care
home modification
+ 1 more
I am an experienced certified nursing assistant and home health aide with 23 years of experience in elder care. My expertise includes working with patients with Alzheimer's disease and I have worked in both nursing homes and private settings. I have my own transportation and can provide excellent references upon...
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  • 60 live in caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $22.16/hr as of September 2025

  • The average star rating for rated live in caregivers is 4.9

Recent live in caregiver reviews from local parents in Schenectady, NY

Live In Caregivers in Schenectady, NY are rated 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 41 reviews of the 60 listed live in caregivers

Drupatti S.

Drupatti is a wonderful dependable health aide. She is trustworthy, and capable of all life saving treatments. She has a lovely personality...

- Sarah C.

Lindsy S.

Lindsy took care of our mom during her last weeks. She is a devoted, skilled, and very compassionate caregiver and aide, and I...

- Care member

Thomas F.

Tom is very reliable and responsible. He was a terrific helper to an elderly family member during a time when it was desperately needed....

- MICHELLE Z.

FAQs for finding live-in caregivers near you in Schenectady, NY

The average rate for hiring a live-in caregiver near you in Schenectady, NY is $22.16 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 Schenectady, NY 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 Schenectady, NY 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 Schenectady, NY 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 Schenectady, NY, 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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