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Denise H.

Certified Nursing Assistant CNA/Home Health Aid HHA

Wakefield, MA

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hospice services
companionship
dementia
meal prep
errands
+ 1 more
CNA/Hospice care Hi! My name is Denise and I have been a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) for over 15 years. I live in Wakefield with my husband and daughter. My senior care journey began in 2011, at a nursing home, then onto assisted living facilities, private home care and worked as a Care Coordinator. I previously worked...
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Andrew J.

Easy To Talk To / Fun/ Professional / Caring

Wakefield, MA

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$49/hr
10 years experience
Live-in home care
dementia
hospice services
respite care
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have worked in health care for the past 18 years 6 years as a phlebotomist for the American Red Cross most recently I have been working in a fast pace community emergency room as a registered nurse. I work with all populations. I have always enjoyed working with the community easy to talk to and enjoy listening to people. I...
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Kris P.

Very Caring LPN

North Reading, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Meal prep
dementia
errands
respite care
light cleaning
+ 1 more
My decade of experience in senior care is rooted in a genuine passion for fostering independence and well-being. As a Licensed Practising Nurse, Certified Nursing Assistant, and Certified Home Health Aid, I offer professional support tailored to your loved one's unique needs. I am highly skilled in medical management, dementia...

Joanne B. says "Kris has been helping take of my mom who suffers from Alzheimer's disease and she is wonderful. She goes above and beyond attempting to keep her engaged...

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Wanda M.

Outgoing, Patient And Calm Under Pressure.

Lynn, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
7 years experience
Light cleaning
companionship
dementia
personal care
errands
+ 1 more
Reliable certified nursing assistant with 7+ years of experience caring for elderly and vulnerable adults. Work well with bedridden, physically challenged, and memory-impaired individuals. Friendly and compassionate, with excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Discreet and confidential in all dealings with patients...

Care Member says "Wanda is very reliable and trustworthy. She did a great job taking care of my father, which isn't easy. He's bedbound with diabetes and various other...

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Kristin T.

Senior Care

Lynn, MA

5.0(1)
from
$19/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Live-in home care
dementia
home modification
respite care
hospice services
+ 1 more
Through the volunteer opportunities I was given I became more helpful, giving, open-minded, and responsible. All of these skills will aid me in carrying out the responsibilities as a Health Care Provider while working for your highly esteemed organization. Getting the opportunity to work for someone with disabilities has also...

Sally T. says "Kristen was sweet and professional!"

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Ludmira G.

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
personal care
respite care
I have 18 years of experience working in healthcare and caregiving. I began my career as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), where I provided compassionate care to residents, assisting with daily living activities, personal care, cleaning, laundry, and meal preparation. Currently, I work as a Mental Health Worker, supporting...

Arthur K. says "Ani is a wonderful aide! She was responsible, resourceful and exceptional gentle and kind with my 95-year old Dad. We were only able to use her a few...

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Rosemarie M.

Full-time Caregiver

Lexington, MA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
errands
hospice services
light cleaning
personal care
I have worked for a nursing company before and helped with the disabled for a few years. I was more like a nurse's helper and I occupied the patient time by entertaining them.

Pauline J. says "Rosemarie was great at communicating and my Mother loved spending time with her!"

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Kathy R.

Elderly Care/ Companion/

Lexington, MA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
25 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Meal prep
companionship
dementia
personal care
light cleaning
+ 1 more
My name is Kathy and I live in Lexington, Mass. My passion has always been to care and nurture the elderly, and have been doing it for over 30 years. I worked in nursing homes for several years before becoming a private companion. I have cared for stroke, dementia/ Alzheimer' s patients , MS patients and those ill with cancer. I...

Care Member says "We hired Kathy in August to help care for our father who has early onset dementia. We moved him to MA from CT this summer which was a very disruptive...

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Amanda M.

Professional Registered Nurse Seeking To Assist Families With Child Care Needs.

Peabody, MA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I am a dedicated caring professional with more than 10 years experience in the healthcare field. As a registered nurse, I have experience with pediatric patients of all ages and patients with special needs. I am BLS certified and a BLS instructor. I have more than 10 years experience of caring for children with medical needs,...

Allison B. says "Amanda works so well with our family and takes great care of our 6 month old. We trust her and know she's dependable. "

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Yasmin N.

Everett, MA

4.5(1)
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$30/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hospice services
companionship
dementia
meal prep
errands
+ 1 more
Yasmin- I am a Certified Nursing Assistant, I went to college and I have the license from the state of Massachusetts CPR Certified and Home Health Aide Certified. My objective is to look for an opportunity to grow and learn in the positions as Home health Aide / CNA to be able to demonstrate compassion to as helping patients,...

Alan D. says "I was so Lucky to meet Yasmin. She is terrific. Yasmin helps me all day and is extremely helpful Yasmin is very considering. She cares I hope we...

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Patricia K.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Danvers, MA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Dementia
personal care
I am a certified nursing assistant with over 10 years of experience. I have had the opportunity to work in both private homes and large facilities like assisted live-ins. I am well-versed with conditions like Alzheimer's and dementia, and also dealing with those who just need a little assistance to make their lives comfortable....

Bill C. says "Patricia worked with me in caring for my wife who recently passed away. I needed help that would be exceptional due to the need in caring for my wife. In...

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Kenia A.

CNA

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Home modification
companionship
dementia
light cleaning
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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Melissa D.

Compassionate And Caring Companion

Woburn, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
companionship
dementia
mobility assistance
errands
+ 1 more
Hi! Im Melissa, a 42-year-old stay at home mom of 10-year-old twins who are in school. I am looking for some part time work that is flexible with the school year calendar in regards to school holidays and vacation weeks. While I have no medical training for elder care, I do have a good amount of experience with elderly family...

Michael P. M. says "I can't recommend Melissa enough. She was fabulous at engaging my father, as well as problem solving when urgent issues arose. Melissa has a kind,...

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Eduada M.

Malden, MA

4.0(1)
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$30/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
companionship
dementia
personal care
errands
+ 1 more
Compassionate and dedicated Personal Care Assistant with 6 years of experience providing quality care to elderly clients, including individuals with Alzheimer's, dementia, and limited mobility. Skilled in personal care, medication management, scheduling, and family communication. Recognized for patience, reliability, and strong...

Soraia C. says "She very nice person and she is very hard worker"

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Paul M.

Woburn, MA

5.0(1)
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$40/hr
10 years experience
Live-in home care
errands
hospice services
transportation
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am an experienced, compassionate CNA but currently licensed nurse (LPN/LvN) with 10 years experience as a HHA/CNA. I have experience working with patients with different stages of dementia, Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease , hospice and other conditions and ailments related to geriatric and disabled/ special needs...

Care Member says "Paul did an absolutely spectacular job with my dad who was 93 years old and suffering from in operable bone cancer. My dad was in considerable pain and...

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Ernise C.

Danvers, MA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
6 years experience
Meal prep
companionship
dementia
light cleaning
mobility assistance
I'd describe my personality as a caring and passionate caregiver I like caring for seniors because I feel like they could be my mother or grand mother, grandfather, as I am really care for my loves one. I'm looking for a job that have respect for what I am doing, and I can learn from it I started caring for seniors when...

Care Member says "A lot of good skills, team work, great communication etc"

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Lande P.

Malden, MA

4.3(0)
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$40/hr
10 years experience
Personal care
companionship
dementia
home modification
visiting nurse
Hello, my name is Lande. I am a dedicated and highly compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) committed to delivering safe, high-quality, and patient-centered care. I bring strong clinical experience, sound clinical judgment, and a calm, professional presence to every environment I serve. I hold a college degree and have a solid...
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Jennifer B.

Danvers, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
companionship
dementia
specialized care
errands
+ 1 more
I commenced my professional journey as an elder care provider at the age of 16 within a skilled nursing facility, while still enrolled in high school. This experience ignited my passion for Human Services and prompted me to pursue an academic degree in the field. Engaging with a diverse array of individuals has broadened my...

Winston M. says "Jennifer is a very sweet and kind person who makes my mother's day like no other, and I have full confidence my mother is receiving the very best in...

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Mehader B.

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
companionship
dementia
mobility assistance
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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Kayli N.

Experienced Babysitter With An Active Nursing Assistant Certification Available Part Time

East Boston, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello! I am 28-year-old Physician Assistant! My new job does not start until May so I have an implement open schedule for child care! I truly love spending time with children of any age and encouraging safe and creative play. I am CPR, BLS, and ACLS certified with valid drivers license and reliable transportation.

Meghan D. says "Kayli was our first non-family babysitter and put our mind at ease. We used her for a date night. My 4 year old son was smitten and she managed his...

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  • 60 nursing assistants are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $39.50/hr as of May 2026

Recent nursing assistant reviews from local parents in Wakefield, MA

Nursing Assistants in Wakefield, MA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed nursing assistants

Kris P.

Kris has been helping take of my mom who suffers from Alzheimer's disease and she is wonderful. She goes above and beyond attempting to...

- Joanne B.

Wanda M.

Wanda is very reliable and trustworthy. She did a great job taking care of my father, which isn't easy. He's bedbound with diabetes and...

- Care member

Kristin T.

Kristen was sweet and professional!

- Sally T.

Common questions about nursing assistants in Wakefield, MA

The average cost for a nursing assistant in Wakefield, MA as of May 2026 is $39.50 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 Wakefield, 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 Wakefield, 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 Wakefield, 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 Wakefield, 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 Wakefield, 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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