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Christena R.

Schenectady, NY

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$25/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
companionship
meal prep
dementia
live-in home care
+ 1 more
hello my name is christena I am 26 years I have 3 daughter I love putting a smile on everyone face I am a PCA over 3 years I am in the caregiver job over 8 years I have a alot of experience I am a joyful person love to talks I took care of my grandmother and I love doing I enjoy making senior feel safe and be happy respect...
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Roseita S.

Caring, Respectable And Reliable

Schenectady, NY

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$16/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
dementia
meal prep
errands
live-in home care
+ 1 more
I have over 15 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Bathing/Dressing, I am very experienced and have a passion with the work that I do.
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Stephanie P.

Experienced LPN Specializing In Senior Dementia Care Compassionate, Reliable Home Care Services

Schenectady, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
companionship
meal prep
dementia
live-in home care
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Stephanie, and I am a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with over 11 years of experience specializing in senior care, particularly with individuals living with dementia. My journey in healthcare has been deeply rewarding, guiding me through various roles that have enriched my skills, compassion, and...
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Kelly C.

Ballston Lake, NY

4.6(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Personal care
dementia
hospice services
respite care
live-in home care
Currently retired after 35 years at a Nursing home , worked as a certified nursing assistant and most currently employed as an Activity Leader. I love working with the elderly and helping people whether it's personal care or just companionship. Reliable, honest and trustworthy. I love my job and love making others happy....

Robin B. says "Kelly has years of experience working with seniors. She is such a lovely caregiver, very professional, reliable, caring and loving person. She is very...

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Luzette P.

Albany, NY

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
companionship
meal prep
dementia
live-in home care
+ 1 more
I'm a positive and patient. I could multi task. For several years I worked in a hospital as a patient care assistant. For the past 5 years I worked as a home health aid taking care of seniors. I can help with Transportation Services and Bathing/Dressing.

Gennaro S. says "Very reliable, caring and professional. Highly recommend."

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Amy F.

Full-Time Overnight Care Giver

Latham, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Personal care
dementia
hospice services
respite care
live-in home care
I have worked with the elderly or disabled since 2004. I will make sure that your loved ones are safe and well taken care of. I am very friendly, reliable and have excellent references. During the day I work as a behavioral health counselor. I am looking for an overnight position. I am available from 8 p.m. -7 a.m.
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Nabwia A.

Albany, NY

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$22/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
dementia
meal prep
errands
live-in home care
+ 1 more
I feel a natural affinity to the role of a caregiver, and because I have experience of caring for elderly relatives, I feel I have the skills, qualities, and empathy to excel in the role. 6+ years of experience.
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Zaynab F.

Latham, NY

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$16/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
dementia
light cleaning
live-in home care
I worked with consumer direct for 4 years during that time I took care of old lady I don't mind working any schedule
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Debra I.

I'm An Honest, Caring And Loving Lady.

Albany, NY

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Hospice services
companionship
live-in home care
dementia
light cleaning
+ 1 more
My name is Debra I. I have 19 years experience in caring for elderly people. I really like what I do and also helping people.
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Sharnel P.

Senior Care

Albany, NY

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Live-in home care
dementia
respite care
errands
meal prep
+ 1 more
Have 23 years of experience love what I do in very reliable will to work on hoildays I just love to help and put smiles of clients faces
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Yeida N.

Rexford, NY

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$26/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
companionship
meal prep
errands
live-in home care
+ 1 more
Making a significant impact entails being unique. However, I have always struggled with the challenge of embracing my differences. Nevertheless, I have finally discovered my place in the healthcare industry, where being different is not only expected but also essential for success. I'd describe my personality as kind, warm and...
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Jafari C.

Latham, NY

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Live-in home care
errands
mobility assistance
home modification
meal prep
+ 1 more
I'm fairly new in this field but I've always been interested and I have learned so much within the year of caring for seniors. When I was around 17 my aunt became really sick and moved in with me and my family. I helped cared for her daily ADLs because it was a lot on just my mom which sparked my interest in caring for others. I...
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Laura D.

Senior Care

Mechanicville, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hospice services
companionship
live-in home care
dementia
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am a current HHA, former CNA , medical assistant and patient care technician, currently working as a private caregiver with 20+ yrs experience caring for elderly, long term care, hospice care, dementia and oncology patients. I enjoy giving loving care to my patients and treat them as if they were family. Covid vaccinated.

Peggy K. says "Wonderfully professional ! Clearly has a lot of experience with seniors. Would hire her again in a heartbeat !!"

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Jessica C.

Troy, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hospice services
companionship
live-in home care
dementia
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi I have over 25 years experience as a care giver for the elderly and disabled. I am available 24hrs a day 7 day a week. I am experienced in first aid, CPR, g-tube feedings, wound care, medication and insulin administration. My care ranges from companion to hospice care. I also provide transport, light housework, food prep,...

Doris K. says "We hired Jessica in August 2017 to help with my sister and her husband who have health and mobility issues. I couldn't be happier with her performance. She...

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Monique M.

Home Health Aide

Troy, NY

4.9(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Live-in home care
dementia
respite care
home modification
personal care
+ 1 more
Hello I've been in the health care field for over 16yrs. It's been my passion and I'm very proud of the care and love I give to my clients.

Erika T. says "Monique was very personable, trustworthy and put my emotions at ease when caring for my terminally ill mother . She went above and beyond with answering...

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Danielle W.

Home Health Aide

Watervliet, NY

3.0(1)
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$18/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hospice services
companionship
live-in home care
dementia
light cleaning
+ 1 more
My name is Danielle, and I would love the opportunity to care for your loved one. I have 8 years of experience providing compassionate and dependable care in both home care and long-term care settings. Over the years, I've supported individuals with a wide range of needs, always focusing on dignity, respect, and personalized...

Care Member says "Thank you—I'll include that detail to better reflect the level of care Danielle provided. Here's the updated version: --- I would like to share my...

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Kathy H.

Let Me Help You!

Delmar, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Hospice services
companionship
live-in home care
dementia
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I love people and want to help you and your loved one! I am a mother and wife we have one son, who has graduated from college, who is married and living life on his own! I have five years experience doing this full-time. Really even more than that! I have all the time in the world for you on the schedule you need! I can shop for...

Jim and Jeannine M. says "Kathy helped out in an emergency when our aide did not show up for work. She came right away, helped with bathing, mobility, feeding and chores....

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Khadijah R.

Companion

Albany, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
companionship
meal prep
dementia
live-in home care
+ 1 more
Hi I am Khadijah and I am an experienced companion that will stay with you, your mom or your father while doing light housekeeping, dressing if needed, meal preparation, store run, testing blood sugar and blood pressure, medication preparation and much more I am available ASAP for work. I have over 3 years experience with...

Katie W. says "Khadijah was very helpful to my 90 year old Dad and 89 yr old Mom when my Dad fell and fractured his knee. Dad was unable to walk for @ 6 weeks and both...

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Shaeisha F.

Bundles Of Care ,caregiving Services

Troy, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
dementia
meal prep
errands
live-in home care
+ 1 more
I am a certified home health aide with 10+ years experience delivering compassionate caregiving specializing in caring for elderly, person suffering from illness, and those with disabilities. Adept in providing optimal care for those who cannot care for themselves , and those who require a more intense level of patient care . ,...

Kerrol C. says "Shaeisha was amazing, she goes above and beyond. Very Reliable, we would definitely recommend her and rehire her."

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Ronnya B.

Albany, NY

4.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hospice services
companionship
live-in home care
dementia
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Making a difference in the lives of adults and seniors is my calling. With 10 years of experience, I'm a Certified Nursing Assistant and Certified Home Health Aide, equipped with CPR Training. I offer respite, live-in, and hospice care, along with assistance in errands, personal care, light housekeeping, meal preparation, and...

Brittany H. says "Very quick to respond. Thorough."

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  • 60 live in caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $22.16/hr as of November 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 40 reviews of the 60 listed live in caregivers

Kelly C.

Kelly has years of experience working with seniors. She is such a lovely caregiver, very professional, reliable, caring and loving person....

- Robin B.

Luzette P.

Very reliable, caring and professional. Highly recommend.

- Gennaro S.

Laura D.

Wonderfully professional ! Clearly has a lot of experience with seniors. Would hire her again in a heartbeat !!

- Peggy K.

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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