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Andrea S.

Needham Heights, MA

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
10 years experience
Home modification
companionship
light cleaning
dementia
errands
+ 1 more
I provide in- home, assisted living and nursing home health care services to clients with limited physical and cognitive abilities. I work closely with clients and their family on an individual care plan based on their needs and desires. I am a reliable, caring and compassionate woman who has approximately 20 years of...

Janet L. says "Andrea's got a heart of gold and is so good to her clients"

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Gleann C.

Needham Heights, MA

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Transportation
errands
light cleaning
meal prep
Making a positive impact on someone's life is what drives me as a caregiver. I have three years of experience supporting adults and seniors. As a Certified Nursing Assistant with some college, I'm equipped to provide compassionate and detail-oriented care. I understand the importance of patience and a calm demeanor, especially...
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Odette M.

Needham Heights, MA

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$0/hr
I'm a 27-year-old female from South Africa did nursing there have a nursing certificate. Very helpful, passionate about lending a helping hand at any given time , dertemined individual always laughing
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Lindsay T.

Needham Heights, MA

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$25/hr
I've volunteered in nursing homes, and spent a lot of one on one time with them as well as grandparents. Love to help people and be there to support!
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Jadna A.

Hands-on Caregiver

Westwood, MA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Personal care
dementia
errands
meal prep
respite care
I grew up helping my mother to care for both my grandmothers. From a young age, I developed meaningful compassion for elderly citizens. In my 20's, I began to spend my Saturdays volunteering at a nursing home; rain or shine I was there, biking the whole way. I would anxiously await those Saturdays. I would shave, give haircuts...

Matthew P. says "We could not be more grateful for the exceptional care Jadna (Gigi) has provided for my elderly mother-in-law over the last year. From day one, Jadna has...

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Adela N.

Full Time Caregiver Available

Waltham, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Respite care
dementia
hospice services
personal care
I'm a Certified Nursing Assistant and I have 11 years experience. I have worked with patients with stroke, diabetes, Alzheimer, dementia and Parkinson. I enjoy working with seniors because I learn a lot from them and they make me appreciate the little things in life. I can monitor medication, help with exercise, meal...

Susan B. says "Adela cared for my Dad the last few months of his life. My Dad had severe dementia and Parkinson's. No matter how difficult the situation, Adela was...

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Miriane P.

Certified Nursing Assistant And Clinical Assistant

Brookline, MA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hospice services
companionship
meal prep
dementia
errands
+ 1 more
Hello ! My name is Miriane. I am a licensed certified nursing assistant and clinical assistant . For the past 16 years, I have provided high-quality patient care as an in-demand CNA within surgical, acute-care, rehabilitation, home-healthcare and nursing-home settings. I assisted residents with activities of daily living...

Huerta H. says "She's got a great personality and i will recommend her for work anytime any day.."

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Melisa G.

Norwood, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Hospice services
companionship
meal prep
dementia
errands
+ 1 more
I am a dedicated and compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with experience in hospice care, dementia support, home health care, and companionship. I take pride in providing patient-centered care that focuses on dignity, comfort, and respect. Whether working with individuals in their homes or supporting families through...

Rebecca E. says "Melisa is extremely reliable. She not only cares deeply but she knows what she's doing. I would trust her with anybody. Definitely one of the finest...

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Kenia A.

CNA

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Home modification
companionship
light cleaning
dementia
errands
+ 1 more
Hi I'm a nurse assistant (CNA )with 25 years of experience. I'm HHA, PCA, CPR & FIRST AID certified. I've worked 9 years in a nursing home. I have experience with Dementia, Alzheimer, & Parkinson's patients. The reason I love to take care of the elderly is because it allows me to give back to families by being a helping hand....

Alex V. says "Kenia is one of the most loyal, honest, understanding, caring person I've ever known. In 2007 she took me into her house with my 3 year old daughter, helped...

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Aidah N.

Auburndale, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Hospice services
companionship
live-in home care
dementia
errands
+ 1 more
With over 10 years of experience being a certified nurse assistant with more time spent doing home health. I have all the necessaryskills and experience to take care of your loved one. Dementia, parkinson's disease, alzheirmer's, hospice care and companion care are areas I excel in at most. I'm highly competent, kind, patient...

Breson M. says "Aidah is a responsible, loving and caring person. She's friendly with elderly people"

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Penelope N.

Senior's Companion - Caregiver

Dedham, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Personal care
dementia
home modification
live-in home care
respite care
Hi, my name is Penelope and I live in Dedham. I have 12 years' experience working as a caregiver. I love taking care of people especially seniors. In the past I worked as a Greek school teacher. After my daughters grew up, I found a job as a caregiver, and I loved it. Thereafter, I continued working, caring for the elderly. I am...

Nicholas M. says "While our family did not hire Penelope for reasons largely related to proximity, we had a very favorable series of conversations and a trial visit with...

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Nicole D.

Senior Caregiver

Natick, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Personal care
dementia
home modification
hospice services
respite care
I enjoy and have taken care of seniors for 15+ years in various situations such as home care, hygiene, errands, companionship in nursing homes, during hospital stays, and hospice care. I appreciate both listening to their stories and sitting silently nearby. Best wishes on your search!

Debbie G. says "Nicole is very caring, gentle and patient. She has a wonderful ability to connect with my uncle who suffers from Alzheimer's. Her upbeat outlook and...

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Leilan B.

Fourth Year Nursing Student Available To Babysit This Summer

Natick, MA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
I am a fourth year nursing student, home to Natick for the summer. I go to school in Pittsburgh. I would love to meet you and babysit your kids this summer. I am active, played soccer in high school, I am happy to swim, do crafts, play with legos or play-doh, anything that would be fun for your kids. I have lots of childcare...

Erin S. says "Great with my little 7 month old daughter! Leilan watched her for almost the entire day and my daughter had a blast! On time and very sweet. Hiring her...

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Sharifah N.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Waltham, MA

4.9(1)
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$25/hr
14 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Hospice services
companionship
live-in home care
dementia
errands
+ 1 more
Hey there, I am compassionate and dependable caregiver with 14 years of experience providing personalized support to seniors, individuals with disabilities, and those recovering from illness. Iam skilled in assisting with daily living activities, administering medication, and fostering a safe, respectful, and uplifting...

Care Member says "Sharifah jumped in with an open mind and open heart during a difficult injury with my father in law with Alzheimers. We are glad to have met her!"

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Rose K.

Kind And Patient Caretaker

Milton, MA

3.7(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
dementia
meal prep
errands
hospice services
+ 1 more
NURSING STUDENT Caring and resourceful professional with 5+ years of experience in health care support. Able to manage patients' grooming, serve meals, help people move around, make patients feel comfortable, and monitor residents' conditions. I have solid communication, organisational, observational, and issue resolution...

Frank D. says "I hired Rose for 2 weeks to take care of my mother while I was away and she did such a great job my mother was so comfortable with and this was very...

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Sally H.

Professional Nurse, Mother of Two Grown Children and Grandmother Seeks Babysitting Position

West Newton, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
Hi my name is Sally and I adore working with children! As a mother of two grown children, a grandmother and a professional LPN, I have many years of experience working with all types of children. If you'd like to hear more about my professional experience, please feel free to contact me with any further questions. Looking...

Care Member says "I found Sally on care.com last summer, and she worked with us throughout the school year, doing pick ups 4 days per week, driving her to activities,...

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Michelle C.

Companion, Housekeeping Etc.

Watertown, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have 8 years of Nursing Home experience as an Activities Director, I have worked with adults with Developmental Disabilities in Day Program and Residential settings. I worked as a Residential Program Director for Residental Group Homes for over 3 years. Over the last 10 years I have worked with Elders in their homes, Assisted...

Susan D. says "Michelle is caring, kind, capable and reliable !"

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Anne M.

Brighton, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
18 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
companionship
meal prep
dementia
hospice services
+ 1 more
Have a decade and a half of dedication to senior care, supporting adults and seniors well-being and independence. I am patient and detail- oriented. I provide live-in home care, experience in hospice care and end of life care, home health, personal care, carthader care, wound care, Alzheimer's and Dementia care, light...

Care Member says "Anne is working in a large team, which I am currently supervising. She is an excellent, reliable and detailed-oriented caregiver. Anne handled Hoyer...

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Nancy C.

20 Plus Years Experience In All Levels Of Care

Waltham, MA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Personal care
dementia
home modification
hospice services
respite care
I have over 30 years experience working as a caregiver and manager of care in private homes, assisted living, and nursing homes. I have specialized training working with individuals with Alzheimer's and related dementia. I am a CNA (certified nursing assistant). I have reliable transportation and can do medicine management,...

Stanley L. says "Nancy is highly experienced, compassionate and skilled. She cared for my wife during a very challenging period of her Alzheimer's care, which involved...

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Mehader B.

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
companionship
mobility assistance
dementia
errands
+ 1 more
Compassionate, Caring and loving caregiver with a lot of experience (10+) . I worked as a Nurse Assistant at the Hospital and also work as a Home Health Aide at the home care . I am a Certified Nursing Assistant and Home Health Aide. Senior care giver.

Karen B. says "Mehader cared for my elderly mother a few days a week. My mother gets upset easily due to a TBI, but Mehader was always patient and good humored (even...

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  • 60 nursing assistants are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $22.00/hr as of May 2026

  • The average star rating for rated nursing assistants is 5.0

Recent nursing assistant reviews from local parents in Needham Heights, MA

Nursing Assistants in Needham Heights, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed nursing assistants

Andrea S.

Andrea's got a heart of gold and is so good to her clients

- Janet L.

Jadna A.

We could not be more grateful for the exceptional care Jadna (Gigi) has provided for my elderly mother-in-law over the last year. From day...

- Matthew P.

Adela N.

Adela cared for my Dad the last few months of his life. My Dad had severe dementia and Parkinson's. No matter how difficult the situation,...

- Susan B.

Common questions about nursing assistants in Needham Heights, MA

The average cost for a nursing assistant in Needham Heights, MA as of May 2026 is $22.33 per hour. Rates can vary depending on the level of care needed, such as basic companionship versus hands-on personal care. Pricing may also be influenced by experience, certifications, shift length, and whether care is part-time, full-time, or overnight.

Nursing assistants in Needham Heights, MA typically help with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, mobility assistance, meal preparation, and medication reminders. Many also provide companionship and monitor overall well-being. Some may have additional training to support seniors with chronic conditions, mobility limitations, or post-hospital recovery needs.

In Needham Heights, MA, a nursing assistant—often referred to as a CNA—typically has formal training and may be certified to provide more hands-on care, including basic health monitoring and support with medical-related needs. A general caregiver may focus more on companionship, light housekeeping, and daily assistance. The right choice depends on the level of care your loved one requires.

To find a qualified nursing assistant in Needham Heights, MA, families often compare providers based on experience, certifications, reviews, and availability. It’s helpful to verify credentials, ask about prior care experience, and conduct an interview to understand their approach to care. Many families also schedule a trial shift or initial visit to ensure the provider is a good fit.

Many nursing assistants in Needham Heights, MA are trained to support seniors with ongoing medical needs, such as mobility assistance, medication reminders, and basic health monitoring. However, they do not replace licensed nurses or medical professionals. For more complex medical care, families may need to coordinate with a registered nurse or healthcare provider.

Before hiring a nursing assistant in Needham Heights, MA, consider the level of care required, whether certifications or specialized experience are needed, and your preferred schedule. It’s also important to discuss communication expectations, emergency procedures, and compatibility with your loved one’s personality and routine. Taking time to review multiple candidates can help ensure a safe and supportive care environment.

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