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60 personal assistants are listed in Cambridge, MA
The average rate is $25/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby personal assistants is 5 years
Personal assistants in Cambridge, MA
Mario S.
Cambridge, MA
$20-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Therapeutic Caregiver Senior Support Military And Veterans
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Reliable Therapeutic Caregiver 15 years of Experience, who is very knowledgeable on handling a variety of emergency situations. Adept at meal preparation, assisting in the maintenance of a household and developing a strong rapport with a client. Specializes in elderly and special needs Anxiety, Depression,...
Anne C.
Cambridge, MA
$25-35/hr • 2 yrs exp
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Throughout my life, I have worked as a tutor. In high school, I tutored underprivileged children in a local community center. Many of these students had been held back, learned English as a second language, or had undiagnosed learning disabilities. This past year, I was happy to accept a position as a Teachers Assistant for the...
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14+ years of experience, newborn through pre-teen. I also have experience working as a personal care assistant for a nonverbal teenager with special needs. This opportunity helped me to become a more well-rounded caregiver.
Throughout college and after graduation, I continued to babysit and volunteered on a pediatric inpatient...
Maha A.
Cambridge, MA
$25-45/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi! My Name Is Maha And I Have Recently Moved To Boston And Am Originally From Houston, Texas!
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I'd describe my personality as compassionate, trustworthy, and respectful.
I like working with kids because it brings me joy and is who I want to work with in my future. I have had over 6 years of experience working with children, and I enjoy every moment of it!
I started working with kids when I was in high school as a...
LJ
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I have experience as a personal/business assistant, managing all elements of front desk related responsibilities and travel planning for a business owner in New York. Additionally, I have years of childcare experience with children ranging in age from newborn to 13 years. I would love to serve as an assistant in any capacity you...
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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...
5.0
"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.
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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...
Yasmine M.
Chelsea, MA
$18-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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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
5.0
"Yasmine is fantastic!! Daughters loved her. She was creative and kept them active. "
Reviewed by Penny H.
5.0
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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...
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
5.0
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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!
5.0
"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.
5.0
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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....
5.0
"Linda is a wonderful babysitter. She is warm and caring and I instantly felt comfortable with her from the first time we met. Linda is always finding ways to actively engage with my daughter and my daughter...
Reviewed by Tera K.
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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
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Reliable, service-focused nursing professional with excellent patient-care and charting skills gained through experience as a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA). Compassionate and technically skilled in attending to patients in diverse healthcare settings. I have worked in home care, assisted living, skilled nursing facility. I...
5.0
"In 23 years of work in the area, I don't know a person with such dedication, she loves what she does, very dedicated."
Reviewed by Paulo D.
Nicoletta G.
Winthrop, MA
$15/hr • 8 yrs exp
Passionate Caregiver/Helper/Assistant/Organizer/Educator/ETC!
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Associate's of Science Degree in Early Childhood Development (BHCC). Currently finishing my Bachelor's In Early Childhood Studies with a Minor in Childhood Homelessness Trauma. I have been in this area of work for over 8 years in which I completed/continue to do numerous trainings and professional developments strengthening my...
5.0
"Nicoletta is great with our 1.5 year old son! She was able to make him feel at ease with her quickly, and did a great job with playtime, meal time, and bed time. She was also very communicative and texted us...
Reviewed by Lindsay M.
Hernsy C.
Allston, MA
$35-50/hr • 18 yrs exp
I Have Years Of Experience As Caregiver. I Worked In Assistant Living And MassHire PCA Program.
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My name is Hernsy . I live in Allston Massachusetts. I have been a caregiver over 15 years. I love working as care because I care for others. I'm a loving, passionate, caring, honest caregiver. I love to laugh, read, watch the news. As a caregiver I always pay attention and listen to my client and sure they are safe.
I'd...
5.0
"Hernsy is a very quiet, soft spoke individual who works really hard to satisfy all her client’s/patient’s needs. The area she can improve in is confidence. She does an amazing job and sometimes forget to give...
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5.0
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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...
5.0
"Joulane is simply fantastic. She cared for our dad, who had Alzheimer's, for years, and was incredibly patient, caring, reliable, and as nice a person as you'll ever meet. She treated our dad as if he was her...
Reviewed by Howard 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...
5.0
"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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A passionate and experienced caregiver for 20+ years experience providing compassionate and attentive care to elderly and disable individuals. I enjoy listening to older people and stories they have to tell. I am a very patient person and am always with the clients, pace following their leads, I have many years experience...
5.0
""The caregivers from julien home healthcare have become like an extended family to us. Their genuine warmth, patience, and dedication have made a significant difference in our loved one's quality of life.""
Reviewed by Raffique F.
Maryann N.
Medford, MA
$20-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
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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,...
5.0
"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
4.6
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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...
5.0
"Caitlyn is terrific!! We are so glad that she was able to take such excellent care of our daughter from the time the baby was approximately 4 - 9 months old. Caitlyn's passion for children was evident from our...
Reviewed by Laurel Z.
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Recent personal assistant reviews in Cambridge, MA
Aissata C.
5.0
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.
- Lianne L.
Yasmine M.
5.0
Yasmine is fantastic!! Daughters loved her. She was creative and kept them active.
- Penny H.
Mary N.
5.0
I don't trust easily for anyone to watch my son. But I felt so comfortable with Mary. I highly recommend her!
- Shareen M.
Linda C.
5.0
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 - reliable, caring, helpful, funny, creative, flexible, trustworthy and kind! Any family...
- Dana M.
Gleisiany M.
5.0
While my mother was in the hospital and rehab for over two weeks she needed a lot more assistance than the nursing staff could provide. We found Gleisiany through a friend. I stayed with my mother during the day time hours and Gleisiany would spend the night caring for my mother and making sure...
- Michael Z.
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FAQs for finding personal assistants in Cambridge
In 2024, how much does it cost to hire a personal assistant in Cambridge, MA?
The average rate for hiring a personal assistant in Cambridge, MA on Care.com as of May, 2024 is $25.04 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 Cambridge?
Care.com has 25 personal assistants in Cambridge, 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 Cambridge 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 Cambridge?
Most personal assistants in Cambridge, 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 Cambridge. Additionally, some personal assistants are okay with performing pet care or even light housekeeping duties, but these duties are less common.