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I'd describe my personality as /kind knowledgeable
I like caring for seniors. To bring my experience to enhance the life's and quality of helping people live their best life. Promote self esteem and self worth . Provide care and service to individuals/ families .
I started caring for seniors when I was 18 years old ,...
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Over 25 years of experience with special needs, Alzheimer's patients, hospice care , transfers, feeding, assistance bathing . I will run errands and do light housekeeping and meal prep. I am medication certified thru the state of Ct. I am CPR,& first aide certified also. Communication is very important between families and your...
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For 10 years and counting I have cared for infants and children. I have become part of several families through babysitting and have watched many babies/infants become toddlers to toddlers becoming children. Every family I have worked with I still have a strong relationship with as I love the children as my own. The joy that I...
Katie L.
Westbrook, CT
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Support Busy Families And Working Professionals In Cleaning, Organizing, Laundry & Meal Prep
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It takes a village to raise a child some say but it also takes a village to run a household! Life is busy and I am here to help! Can help with laundry, organization, personal assistant work, meal prep and general cleaning. Fast, reliable, self starter with excellent references.
Lisa W.
Old Saybrook, CT
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-Time Personal Assistant. Available For General Errands/Household/Child & Pet Care
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Hi I'm Lisa. I'm a stay at home mom to two terrific kids. I live in Old Saybrook and I'm here on Care looking for part-time work. I'm a responsible, conscientious and trustworthy woman. I love people, pets, children and being busy. I can execute a dinner party, clean your home, pick up the groceries, organize your office or...
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I have experience in home care as a personal care assistant specializing in patients with Alzheimer's disease. The skills I perform include but are not limited to bathing, meal preparation, feeding, toileting, transportation, running errands, going on walks, socializing, and much more. I truly enjoy helping people as much as I...
Katie L.
Westbrook, CT
$15-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Reliable, Self Starter Graduate Student Here To Make Your Household Run Tip Top!
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There is so much to juggle in this ever increasingly fast paced world. Busy professionals and families can rely on me to support the running of their household so that more of their time can go to the things that really matter- family, hobbies, and leisure. I am a 32-year-old graduate student and former preschool teacher with...
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Although I have not directly assisted a special needs person, doesn't mean I don't have tons of experience with it. Throughout middle school and high school I watched my dear friend live with multiple learning and physical difficulties. We met in my study skills class, because I too have learning disabilities; ADD and Dyslexia....
Brooke S.
Waterford, CT
$12-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
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Hi! I am an outgoing, caring person with roughly 6-7 years of experience whether it was with my younger sibling, nephews, or preschool aged children at my previous workplace. I am currently a freshman in college taking online classes and would love to earn some extra money while doing something I genuinely enjoy! I love to help...
Shannon B.
Oakdale, CT
$23-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hello there , My name is Shannon . I hope that you and your family are well ! I am a very honest , compassionate woman with over 15 years experience working with folks with many wonderful abilities in both group home settings as well as privately; both ambulatory and non ambulatory , Verbal and nonverbal. I can assist with all...
Maeve F.
Old Saybrook, CT
$16-21/hr
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I have had experience in this field through my job as a personal care assistant for the elderly. I work in their homes and do many tasks that my clients are unable to, which include but are not limited to shopping, picking up medication, bringing clothing to the laundromat or dry cleaners, bringing in cars for maintenance,...
Antonia B.
Waterford, CT
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
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Hello , I am a certified nursing assistant, I have started nursing school . I also have my CPR , bls , cpi certification. I have worked at Yale new haven health Lawrence & memorial hospital, as well as Backus hospital. I have done private home care working with post polio, Parkinson's , as well as muscular dystrophy. I have also...
Brooke S.
Waterford, CT
$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
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Hi! I am an energetic, loving person with 6-7 years of experience ranging from watching after my younger sibling and nephews to my previous workplace at an after school program where I cared for preschool aged children. Taking care of kids is something I truly enjoy doing. If there is any other assistance needed within the...
Elizabeth C.
East Haddam, CT
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Retired RN Of 15 Years, Overnights Are My Specialty!
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Hello! I'm a retired cardiac RN of 15 years.
I have extensive experience with the elderly and medically vulnerable, including hospice patients & have been consistently providing home caregiving to clients since 2020. I am now looking to become independent and branch out on my own.
I'm willing to do housework (general...
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Hello there , My name is Shannon . I hope that that your well ! I am an honest , trustworthy, responsible, patient, punctual woman with over 15 years experience as a caretaker . I have worked with both ambulatory and non ambulatory folks of all ages with all activities of daily living , I can help out with all and any personal...
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I am a very responsible, caring, and compassionate person. I have experience with the elderly, personal care, assisting with shower, catheter, oral hygiene, and preparing food. I have good references, too.
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I'm a reliable person we love to help people of all ages. My main focus was children, but I realized how much I loved helping adults after assisting my Aunt.
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PCA with valid certificate. Experience with paralazation, diabetics, heart conditions, feeding tube, dementia and medication assistance
5.0
"Charlene is literally the best and I would highly recommend her when she is available. She is reliable and punctual and has made a extremely difficult situation with my Mother much easier. She has a great...
Reviewed by Matthew J.
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I enjoy working with elderly people with physical and mental health problems. I have worked for 3 different agencies as Recovery Assistant, Companion, and provided transportation to medical appointments. In addition, some of my other experience involves taking clients to senior strength training work shops, providing...
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"Bertha (Cecy) was a huge help w my elderly mom when she was released from the hospital after a heart procedure which negatively impacted my mother's dementia. My mom also has hearing loss and is multiple eye...
Reviewed by Lisa P.
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Hello, I am a Mom of two young men in college. I have been caring for children since 1982. I am infant and adult CPR certified. My childcare experience ranges from being a Mom, babysitter, caregiver, nanny, personal home assistant, infant and toddler church volunteer and certified pre-k teacher. I find extreme joy and...
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"Shannon has a real natural gift for interacting, entertaining, and helping children develop into kind, curious, and responsible human beings. I used her for my four children over a period of 20 years. One of my...
Reviewed by Monica C.
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Recent personal assistant reviews in Old Lyme, CT
Charlene H.
5.0
Charlene is literally the best and I would highly recommend her when she is available. She is reliable and punctual and has made a extremely difficult situation with my Mother much easier. She has a great personality and my mom truly loves her, she has become part of our family.
- Matthew J.
Cecilia B.
5.0
Bertha (Cecy) was a huge help w my elderly mom when she was released from the hospital after a heart procedure which negatively impacted my mother's dementia. My mom also has hearing loss and is multiple eye diseases which makes things more challenging. Cecy was extremely kind, thoughtful, and...
- Lisa P.
Shannon P.
5.0
Shannon was our nanny for over 4 years - initially with our first born and as our family grew with our second child. Shannon is a loving, dependable person and became an extension of our family. The kids loved her and we miss her dearly now that our kids are a bit older!
Highest recommendation!
- Jonathan F.
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FAQs for finding personal assistants in Old Lyme
In 2024, how much does it cost to hire a personal assistant in Old Lyme, CT?
The average rate for hiring a personal assistant in Old Lyme, CT on Care.com as of April, 2024 is $22.33 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 Old Lyme?
Care.com has 3 personal assistants in Old Lyme, CT. 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 Old Lyme 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 Old Lyme?
Most personal assistants in Old Lyme, CT 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 Old Lyme. Additionally, some personal assistants are okay with performing pet care or even light housekeeping duties, but these duties are less common.