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60 personal assistants are listed in Arlington, MA
The average rate is $26/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby personal assistants is 9 years
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I have been a pet lover my entire life and have personally owned a variety of pets. Additionally I've professionally cared for dogs, cats, various kinds of birds, fish, geckos, frogs, bunnies, guinea pigs, bearded dragons, chameleons, gerbils, axolotls, mice, hamsters, rats, ferrets, chinchillas, snakes, degus and turtles. I...
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"Hollie is simply a caring person. That was very clear to me on our first meeting.
My shy, mama's boy cat warmed up to her immediately! Hollie went out of her way to meet us and even agreed to still pet-sit...
Reviewed by Amanda N.
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Hello My name is Mary, I have a BA in Public Health . I have 15 years of experience providing health care support to a wide variety of patients ranging from patients with dementia and Alzheimer's , developmental disabilities and other challenges to hospice care for the elderly.
I enjoy providing in home care services for the...
5.0
"Mary came at nights to help with my dad. She's very friendly, always willing to strike up a conversation! Every morning, she made sure that my dad had a bath and had clean clothes and teeth before leaving....
Reviewed by Suzie L.
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Compassionate Caregiver Companion experienced in assisting individuals with daily living activities. I am very personable, easy-going and trustworthy. Your loved one and I will enjoy talking and spending time together. I am committed to improving their overall well-being and health through companionship and engagement. I can...
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"Rachel was hired to be a companion/helper for my mother who had cancer. She fixed light meals and helped her to take walks, go to the library, knit, and other miscellaneous activities. But most of all she was...
Reviewed by Mary F.
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I have 16+ years of experience. I can help with Home Care , Personal Care and Special needs, and Companionship. I have been a Geriatric caregiver since 2005 I worked for my company for 6 yrs and been a private caregiver for 10 yrs. Am very compassionate, patience, understanding and easy to talk to. I have a very humorous side...
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"Alicia did a wonderful job taking care of my mother for 3 months during her end of life process. She was knowledgeable, very warm and caring and quickly became part of our family. Her sense of humor was...
Reviewed by Christopher D.
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I have 10 years of experience. I went to Wellesley College and Harvard Graduate School. I am warm and open hearted and take pleasure working with seniors. I ensure the highest client safety and well-being.
I have glowing references. Experience in Live-In care. Have assisted clients with personal care, including dressing,...
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I have a longstanding, deep desire to help improve as well as enrich the lives of our senior citizen population. This began as a young woman when my grandmother came to live with me and my young children. It became evident with time(26 years)that all our lives were impacted in a very special way. My mother and Aunt live on the...
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Caroline B.
Arlington, MA
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Am Looking For Full Time Monday To Frida,y Long Or Short Hrs.
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I am a certified Nurse Assistant/Home Health Aid, Personal Care Attendant also available for companionship. I have experience working in different hospitals, rehabs and home care. I have good references from families that have taken care of their loved once
General companion care,
Medication remainder,
Meal preparation,...
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Presently I am a Personal Care Assistant who provides clients with light housekeeping services. In addition to this work I am interested in cleaning homes. I am a very tidy person who pays close attention to detail. I have always enjoyed cleaning and making things look better. For 20 years I was the Practice Administrator for a...
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Hello there!
I am currently accepting new house management/personal assistant and concierge clients down the cape for 2021 Spring/Summer season!
Would love to connect and hear about your needs! Over 10 years of experience!
Services include but not limited to:
Luggage pack and unpack, Laundering and Laundry service...
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"The two of us have a newborn and before Caroline we just had enough bandwidth to sleep and take care of the baby. Caroline really saved us! She comes in every morning, cleans our kitchen, makes my wife a...
Reviewed by Reid O.
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Hi my name is Shafia! I have a background in working with individuals with Autism, special needs and developmental delays. I am a patient, caring, and loving person. I treat every human being with the respect they deserve and never judge a book by its cover. I am looking for a full time or part time position. Hoping to start...
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Provide skilled nursing vary services to client at home setting. Duties include but not limited to general nursing care, personal grooming, help with dressing, preparing meals, escorting patient to and from appointment, ambulatory assistance, medication assistance, general comfort and moral support as...
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"I had the pleasure of working with Aissata for two years at an Orthopedic Clinic. She worked hard supporting several Ortho surgeons. She is strong, kind and dependable. She knows how to be a team player."
Reviewed by Lianne L.
Yasmine M.
Chelsea, MA
$18-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hi, new to the area. Currently a grad student at BU. I have previous experience as a nanny, personal assistant/family helper, pet care as well as working as an aide in a hospital. looking for flexible working hours for a great family
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"Yasmine is fantastic!! Daughters loved her. She was creative and kept them active. "
Reviewed by Penny H.
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As a personal chef/caretaker, I have performed all functions of managing a home and an estate.
Prior to moving back to Boston, I have worked out in the Hamptons with some high-profile clients and in addition to chef duties, have done the following: light housekeeping, car maintenance, household maintenance, contracting workers...
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Hello Everyone, my name is Destiny and I currently reside on the Northshore. I have been taking care of seniors professionally for a little over two years now through an agency and I'm currently looking for extra work on my own with my own private clients, no agency involved. I have a certificate of completion's as a CNA, HHA,...
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My name is Amanda I am a organized and professional, for any extra help, cleaning and personal assistance I am available
Mary N.
South Boston, MA
$15-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Personal Care Assistant And Teacher With A Masters Degree In Severe Special Education
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I have two siblings with special needs who I have cared for all my life. I have worked as a special education teacher for 3 years and have worked with students with multiple disabilities. I have also worked as an in home PCA for children with disabilities. I am always willing to take on new tasks and learn new things!
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"I don't trust easily for anyone to watch my son. But I felt so comfortable with Mary. I highly recommend her!"
Reviewed by Shareen M.
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Hello, I am a 58-year-old, retired CPA. I now can add mothers helper, caring for infants to school aged Children, Senior Companion, personal assistant and a dog sitter. I love the families I assist with whatever their needs are, I am fun loving, up beat, dependable and kids and adults love me. I come with excellent references....
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"Linda is so wonderful! She has been with our family for nearly 2 years, and will continue on a need basis. My kids adore her and I know she feels the same about them. Linda is a little bit of everything to us...
Reviewed by Dana M.
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I used to work at Mass General Hospital for 4 years as a nurse assistant. I had experience working as a home health aide. I love taking care of people of all ages. I am very nice to any person I take care of. I like to treat my clients like family. I want to build a relationship with them and have them be very comfortable to...
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"Joulane was a wonderful caregiver for my father who recently passed away at the age of 93. He had a variety of physical ailments as well as dementia. She made sure that he ate and drank enough water, got...
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Maryann N.
Medford, MA
$20-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
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Hello! My name is Maryann. I am an organized and reliable self-starter looking to help you with personal assistant, household and childcare needs! I absolutely adore children have years of experience watching kids as a babysitter and camp counselor. Additionally, I have a bachelor's degree, First Aid/CPR certification,...
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"My kids were so in love with Maryann. She arrived early and with cookies to bake. She took time to get to know each child. She played games and kept them busy until bed time. Will be my first call when a sitter...
Reviewed by Christine A.
Caitlyn M.
Medford, MA
$27-32/hr • 5 yrs exp
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Hi! My name is Caitlyn, I'm 23 years old with roughly five years of babysitting experience! Most recently I was a preschool teacher working mainly in the toddler classroom for about one year. As well as my experience with toddler aged children, I have also worked with a wide variety of ages from just 3 months old up to 10 years...
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"Caitlyn cared for our infant daughter until we moved out of state. She is sweet, dependable, and always on time. We would have loved to keep working with her!"
Reviewed by Amy L.
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Recent personal assistant reviews in Arlington, MA
Hollie J.
5.0
Great with our dog and super great communicator.
- Rach S.
Mary E.
5.0
Mary came at nights to help with my dad. She's very friendly, always willing to strike up a conversation! Every morning, she made sure that my dad had a bath and had clean clothes and teeth before leaving. Plus, my 4 year old would just wait by the door for her every night!! Thanks for everything,...
- Suzie L.
Rachel G.
5.0
Rachel provided companionship and care for my mother who has Parkinson's disease. She quickly bonded with my mother and became a dependable part of her care giving regimen. Rachel has a considerate demeanor and made my mother feel at ease. Her thoughtful little gifts cheered up my mom.
I would...
- Rudy C.
Alicia N.
5.0
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 recommend her as a trusting and caring helper.
- Diana O.
Caroline D.
5.0
The two of us have a newborn and before Caroline we just had enough bandwidth to sleep and take care of the baby. Caroline really saved us! She comes in every morning, cleans our kitchen, makes my wife a breastmilk-boosting smoothie, and cooks us delicious, re-heatable meals for lunch and dinner....
- Reid O.
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FAQs for finding personal assistants in Arlington
In 2024, how much does it cost to hire a personal assistant in Arlington, MA?
The average rate for hiring a personal assistant in Arlington, MA on Care.com as of April, 2024 is $26.25 per hour. The cost may fluctuate depending on the type of service you need assistance with and how frequently.
How can I find a good personal assistant near me in Arlington?
Care.com has 8 personal assistants in Arlington, MA. To start the search process, you will first need to create an account by answering a few simple questions to find the personal assistant services that match your needs. You will then have the option to either post a job and receive applications from candidates, or search for personal assistants directly on the platform. You can filter results by distance from Arlington or hourly rate, and then compare the assistants' skills and services they offer. After selecting a few candidates, you can schedule interviews, check references and hire the personal assistant that best fits your needs.
What services can a personal assistant provide in Arlington?
Most personal assistants in Arlington, MA can help families with a combination of general errands, shopping, organizing events and managing a parent's schedule. Personal assistants typically do not provide child care services, but they can help by driving kids to and from school or other activities around Arlington. Additionally, some personal assistants are okay with performing pet care or even light housekeeping duties, but these duties are less common.
Ratings for Arlington, MA personal assistants listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Personal Assistants in Arlington, MA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 34 reviews of the 60 listed personal assistants.