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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
Companionship
errands
light cleaning
dementia
hospice services
+ 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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Marie E M.

Wakefield, MA

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
errands
meal prep
respite care
My background is in Social Work, Medical Field, and as a Nanny. I have also cared for 2 family member's that were on Hospice Care. Also, I worked in a Nursing Home. People deserve to be cared for with dignity and kindness. I look forward to helping the elderly who need assistance at this stage of life. Best. Marie
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sandrta L.

Wakefield, MA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
mobility assistance
Providing dedicated support to seniors is my life's work, driven by a deep passion for fostering independence and well-being. With 10 years of experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant and Certified Home Health Aid, I bring a calm, compassionate approach to every home. I prioritize understanding your loved one's unique history...
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Alba G.

Wakefield, MA

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$28/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
errands
meal prep
transportation
My name is Alba, Supporting the independence and well-being of seniors is my true passion. With 28 of experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant, I provide compassionate, patient care tailored to your loved one's unique needs. I am skilled in de-escalating stressful situations, managing behavioral changes, and incorporating...
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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
Companionship
errands
meal prep
dementia
light cleaning
+ 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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Alicia N.

Caregiver Associate/HHA/ Special Needs

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Companionship
errands
hospice services
dementia
home modification
+ 1 more
My passion for supporting the independence and well-being of seniors drives my 10-year career in caregiving. As a Certified Nursing Assistant and Certified Home Health Aid, I provide compassionate support ranging from medical management and mobility assistance to daily errands and meal preparation. I hold CPR Training and First...

Diana O. says "My family hired Alicia to care for my 88 year old dad after a bad fall. She was extremely caring and helpful and did a great job with him. I would hirely...

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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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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
Companionship
errands
light cleaning
dementia
hospice services
+ 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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Cleivy D.

Stoneham, MA

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
8 years experience
Companionship
errands
light cleaning
dementia
hospice services
+ 1 more
- Hello!! My name is Cleivy Dedicated and compassionate childcare professional with more than 8 years of experience working with infants, toddlers, and pre-adolescents ages 7-13. Skilled in creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment that supports children's emotional, social, and developmental growth. Certified Nursing...
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Kenia A.

CNA

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
errands
meal prep
transportation
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
Companionship
errands
meal prep
dementia
light cleaning
+ 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
Companionship
errands
live-in home care
dementia
light cleaning
+ 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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Ernise C.

Danvers, MA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
6 years experience
Companionship
light cleaning
dementia
meal prep
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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Mehader B.

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
errands
meal prep
dementia
light cleaning
+ 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
Carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 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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Deborah K.

Woburn, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Companionship
home modification
light cleaning
dementia
hospice services
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Deborah. As a dependable, kind, hardworking, and compassionate caregiver, I have spent 5 years as a Home Health Aide, working in nursing facilities and private homes. My experience includes assisting clients with their care plans and daily activities such as dressing, bathing, transfers, medication management, and...

Kezie M. says "Very punctual ,dependable my mother and father really loved her her presence in the house was really nice"

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Robin C.

Lynn, MA

3.7(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
errands
hospice services
dementia
home modification
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Robin and I am a registered nurse. I am looking for a part-time or fill-in position. I have many experiences, including but not limited too; dementia/alzheimers, cerebral palsy, G/Jtubes.

Amy C. says "Robin is someone who is very reliable and has an enthusiasm for helping others. I have had the pleasure of knowing Robin for over 5 years and she is a very...

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Aisha B.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Billerica, MA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I'd describe my personality as reliable, kind and honest. I like caring for seniors because I can relate to them as my own parents. They need patience, kindness and skills. I'm looking for a job that can sustain me both emotionally and financially. I started caring for seniors when I was 32yrs of age. In my spare time, I...
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  • 60 nursing assistants are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $28.00/hr as of October 2026

Recent nursing assistant reviews from local families 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

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

Alicia N.

My family hired Alicia to care for my 88 year old dad after a bad fall. She was extremely caring and helpful and did a great job with him. I...

- Diana O.

Ludmira G.

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...

- Arthur K.

Common questions about nursing assistants in Wakefield, MA

The average cost for a nursing assistant in Wakefield, MA as of October 2026 is $28.25 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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