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Melissa T.
Portsmouth, VA 23707
from $25 per hour
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About Melissa
Experience: 1 yr
CNA | Dementia Care Specialist| CPR Certified I am a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Compassionate and dependable Dementia Care Specialist with hands-on experience providing personalized care to seniors in both private homes and care settings. I am dedicated to creating a safe, calm, and supportive environment while helping clients maintain their dignity, comfort, and independence. I assist with companionship, personal care, mobility support, meal preparation, medication reminders, light housekeeping, and daily routines. I understand the patience, consistency, and emotional support needed when caring for individuals living with dementia, Alzheimer's, and memory loss. Families describe me as trustworthy, attentive, nurturing, and reliable. I take pride in building strong relationships not only with my clients but also with their loved ones, providing peace of mind and quality care you can depend on. My goal is to make every client feel respected, valued, and cared for like family
Most recent review
Melissa has been an amazing caregiver for my grandmother. She is patient, reliable, and always makes sure my grandmother is comfortable and well taken care of. Our family truly appreciates the kindness and attention she brings everyday
Ashley D.
3/11/2026
Services
Services offered
Bathing
Companionship
Dementia
Feeding
Help staying physically active
Light cleaning
Meal prep
Mobility assistance
Rates
Recurring jobs
$25-30/hr
Can help with
Companion care
Light cleaning
Meal prep
Organizing/laundry
Qualifications
Education
Excelsior Community College
College degree
Languages
English
Professional skills
Alzheimers or dementia experience
CPR / First Aid trained
Certified nursing assistant
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