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Stephanie C.

Cohoes, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
mobility assistance
meal prep
hospice services
errands
+ 1 more
HELLO NICE TO MEET YOU IM STEPHANIE :) I am a dedicated and experienced caregiver With a passion to care for elderly individuals I can offer your family and loved ones a peace of mind my qualifications -10 +years as a certified nursing assistant - Expertise in Home care and nursing home care -Medication Management - CPR and...
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Cohoes, NY

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$16/hr
3 years experience
Live-in home care
transportation
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
+ 1 more
Compassionate and dedicated caregiver with years of experience supporting individuals of all ages, including those with developmental disabilities, Alzheimer's, and seniors in need of extra care. I specialize in providing personalized, hands-on assistance with daily activities, meal preparation, medication management, and...
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Cohoes, NY

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$25/hr
Transportation
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
Although new to professional caregiving, I have a deep-rooted passion for supporting and connecting with elderly individuals, shaped by my experiences growing up with my grandparents. I have gained firsthand insight into the importance of compassion and attentive care through my time spent with them. I am eager to bring this...
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Full-time Caregiver

Cohoes, NY

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$28/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello, my name is Julia! I am a current stay at home mom looking at getting back into childcare. I have 10+ years of experience working with children both personally and professionally. Along with working with children for my whole career I have a Bachelors Degree in Psychology from Clarkson University (which heavily consisted...
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Caring Personal Care Aid

Albany, NY

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
10 years experience
Hospice services
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
I am a Pca, Cna and residential counselor with over 16 years of experience. I provide my individuals with assistance in their activities of their daily living and I also am medication certified so I can assist with medicine management and appointments etc. I love what I do, it gives me great joy and fulfillment to help others...

Care Member says "She was very dependable a very hard dedicated employee."

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PCA

Albany, NY

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
mobility assistance
meal prep
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
I have had 17 years of professional diverse HHA/ PCA experience working through a few agencies as well as several years of caring for private clients & my immediate family members. I also learn from them and enjoy making their life more comfortable by meeting their personal needs which include the following: Personal care,...

Orest B. says "Extremely professional, capable and compassionate. Excellent choice."

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Compassionate Home Care

Schenectady, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Transportation
errands
dementia
companionship
I have over 25 years of care giving experience. I cared for a family member who was very ill . So I began caring for seniors with Alzheimer's, Dementia, Congestive heart failure and also Parkinson's. My responsibilities include companionship, personal care, making sure medicines are taken, assisting with dressing, meal...

Susan B. says "Wendy is one of the most reliable kind honest people I know- She has been with our family for almost a year now and I don't know a better person to have...

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Home Health Aide

Watervliet, NY

3.0(1)
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$18/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hospice services
live-in home care
light cleaning
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
My name is Danielle, and I would love the opportunity to care for your loved one. I have 8 years of experience providing compassionate and dependable care in both home care and long-term care settings. Over the years, I've supported individuals with a wide range of needs, always focusing on dignity, respect, and personalized...

Care Member says "Thank you—I'll include that detail to better reflect the level of care Danielle provided. Here's the updated version: --- I would like to share my...

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Provide Quality Care

Schenectady, NY

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hospice services
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
I have 18 plus years experience as a caregiver. While providing quality care in all settings. I have had the opportunity to assist in providing care to various populations: Alzheimer, Lewy Body Dementia, Parkinson Disease, disabilities that are classified under the OPWDD umbrella. Additionally, I have provided tracheotomy care...

Colleen K. says "Leslie was amazing! She cared for my father for a week until he passed away and in that time she became family. He was very medically complex and she...

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Caring For Your Loved Ones

Watervliet, NY

5.0(1)
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$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hospice services
live-in home care
light cleaning
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
My name is Kimberly. I am a Registered Nurse and have worked in healthcare for over 11 years. Prior to becoming an RN, I was a Certified Nursing Assistant and gained extensive experience in home care, assisted living, skilled nursing facilities, and ICU hospital settings. I am passionate about providing high-quality care and...

Daniela F. says "She's been providing home care for clients in my network for over 6 years. She's been providing home care even longer than that. She's a pro, she's a...

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Senior Care Caregiver (HHA)

Clifton Park, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Light cleaning
mobility assistance
meal prep
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
Hi. My name is Kathleen E. I have been caring for Seniors with Dementia for over 30 yrs., including my own Parents and my Maternal Grandmother. I started out as a CNA working in skilled nursing facilities, retirement communities and caring for Seniors in their own individual homes. After I got married, I took a break from my...

Hilary B. says "When my mother was living on her own at Coburg Village I hired Kat to come in a few days a week to make her breakfast and ensure that she took her...

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CNA/PCA

Albany, NY

4.7(1)
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$17/hr
8 years experience
Respite care
personal care
dementia
I have been in the health field since 9/2009. I started off as a PCA (personal Care Aide). Within 2 years I took the course to become a nursing assistant. I am currently still Certified with Both. I have Worked in homes, nursing homes, rehabilitation centers, and adult day Programs. I believe this passion came from my mother, as...

Richard M. says "There has been times I've needed Dyanna outside of her scheduled hours and she was able to always accommodate me. She very dependable."

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Troy, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
3 years experience
Personal care
mobility assistance
hospice services
dementia
EDUCATION - TRAINING 2022 Personal Care Aide (PCA), 2020 Troy High School, Troy, NY CARE HISTORY May 2022 - Present Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Trainee I finished my clinical hours - still need to take Prometric exam, will update bio upon completion Responsibilities: Bathing residents, Answering call lights, Grooming...

Micki F. says "Janelle has been kind, gentle, patient and compassionate with my frail husband. She knows how to protect him from falling and help with his personal care...

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Albany, NY

4.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hospice services
live-in home care
light cleaning
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
Making a difference in the lives of adults and seniors is my calling. With 10 years of experience, I'm a Certified Nursing Assistant and Certified Home Health Aide, equipped with CPR Training. I offer respite, live-in, and hospice care, along with assistance in errands, personal care, light housekeeping, meal preparation, and...

Brittany H. says "Very quick to respond. Thorough."

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Responsible,Cheerful Personal Assistant Available For Companion, Housekeeping And Meal Prep

Troy, NY

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$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a former chef by profession, and have five years experience as a personal assistant to a woman with Alzheimer's disease. We enjoyed day travel to museums and events, and joyful outings of all kinds. Provided care in all aspects of daily chores. Secretarial, food preparation, house organization, and also transportation to...
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Albany, NY

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$22/hr
1 year experience
I am 4th year medical student with varied experience as it ranges working as a personal assistant, summer school instructor, and service learner with individuals of differing special needs.
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Personal Care Assistant

Albany, NY

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
errands
dementia
I have hands-on experience assisting seniors with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, meal preparation, mobility support, and medication reminders. I always aim to create a calm, respectful, and friendly environment where clients feel comfortable and valued. I am also attentive to changes in mood, health, or...
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Part Time Assistant Available For Home, Business, Child And Animal Care.

Latham, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I am a hard working middle aged mother to a grown son who has spent a lifetime of performing professional cooking and cleaning jobs. I am very thorough, fast, efficient, reliable, and have a very strong work ethic, with equally strong time management skills. I can also perform a variety of personal assistant tasks, and I have a...
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I'm A 6-7 Year Experienced Personal Care Attendant Looking For Part-time Work.

Albany, NY

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$25/hr
7 years experience
I have 6-7 years of experience within the care of seniors. I was a CNA and I worked in a nursing home for awhile then I went on to work in a assistant living residence in which I still currently do now. My CNA my skills were dressing, changing colostomy bags, denture care, mouth care, range of motion upper & lower extremities,...
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Certified Nurse Assistant. I Enjoy Working Closely With Others Especially Older People.

Watervliet, NY

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$27/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
transportation
light cleaning
home modification
dementia
I'd describe my personality as to be honest with you I am a passionated, very bold sometimes but, friendly and self directed person. I like doing work that has potential to make a difference in someone's life. I like caring for seniors because I enjoyed caring for the elderly family members and would like to be helpful towards...
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  • The average post rate is $23.50/hr as of January 2026

Recent personal assistant reviews from local parents in Cohoes, NY

Personal Assistants in Cohoes, NY are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed personal assistants

Akosua D.

She was very dependable a very hard dedicated employee.

- Care member

Ann M.

Extremely professional, capable and compassionate. Excellent choice.

- Orest B.

Wendy H.

Wendy is one of the most reliable kind honest people I know- She has been with our family for almost a year now and I don't know a better...

- Susan B.

FAQs for finding personal assistants in Cohoes

The average rate for hiring a personal assistant in Cohoes, NY on Care.com as of January, 2026 is $23.50 per hour. The cost may fluctuate depending on the type of service you need assistance with and how frequently.

Care.com has 4 personal assistants in Cohoes, NY. 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 Cohoes 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.

Most personal assistants in Cohoes, NY 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 Cohoes. Additionally, some personal assistants are okay with performing pet care or even light housekeeping duties, but these duties are less common.

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