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Wendy H.

Compassionate Home Care

Schenectady, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
34 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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Provide Quality Care

Schenectady, NY

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Companionship
light cleaning
errands
hospice services
meal prep
+ 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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Home Health Aide

Schenectady, NY

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Companionship
live-in home care
hospice services
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Supporting the independence and well-being of seniors has been my life's mission for the past 10 years. As a Certified Nursing Assistant and Certified Home Health Aide, I provide comprehensive support ranging from medical management and mobility assistance to hospice care and daily living tasks. My approach is rooted in patience...

Care Member says "Bebi was great with my aunt. She provided great live-in aid entailing everything as described in her profile. She even referred great fill-ins for...

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As A Bright Ambitious Person,where I Can Assist

Schenectady, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Companionship
light cleaning
errands
hospice services
live-in home care
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Oma and I've been doing in-home personal private care for 10 years. I enjoy caring for people and it's something that comes naturally to me. I've worked with patients who cannot walk, and I've worked with patients with dementia and Alzheimer's. I can also understand how difficult it can be to care for a loved...
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Schenectady, NY

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Errands
respite care
meal prep
personal care
transportation
+ 1 more
Dedicated and compassionate Caregiver with over 15 years of experience providing high-quality, personalized care to clients. Proven track record of assisting with daily living activities, personal care, medication management, and maintaining a clean, safe home environment. Skilled at building strong, trusting relationships with...
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Schenectady, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Dedicated and compassionate Caregiver with over 15 years of experience providing high-quality, personalized care to clients. Proven track record of assisting with daily living activities, personal care, medication management, and maintaining a clean, safe home environment. Skilled at building strong, trusting relationships with...
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Schenectady, NY

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$35/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
light cleaning
home modification
hospice services
live-in home care
+ 1 more
Supporting the well-being and independence of seniors is my true calling, a passion fueled by 10 years of dedicated experience. My approach combines professional, detail-oriented care with a compassionate, friendly demeanor. I prioritize building genuine connections by learning each individual's unique history and personal...
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Schenectady, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
My name is Nalini, and I have over 25 years of experience working as a professional nanny in New York City. Throughout my career, I have cared for children of various ages, from newborns to school-age children. I am a caring, responsible, loving, and dependable person who truly enjoys working with children. I am outgoing and...
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Experienced And Reliable Personal Care Provider

Schenectady, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Home modification
personal care
dementia
I have worked as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for over 30 years. My focus was in special education/developmental disabilities and autism spectrum disorders. I also have experience with the geriatric/elder population. I loved my career! Being able to help people is just part of who I am so I would like to continue...
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Schenectady, NY

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$20/hr
3 years experience
My name is Krish, I am a Cna and Hha certified. I have experience working with clients in nursing home also personal care at home and assisting with light house chores. I'm a kind , caring and compassionate person. Ensure that the clients needs to care and safety is met. Hoping to get know my clients and to assist with care as...
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Schenectady, NY

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$28/hr
10 years experience
Compassionate and dependable CNA with 15 years of hands-on experience providing quality care to seniors, individuals with disabilities, and clients needing daily assistance. Skilled in personal care, companionship, meal preparation, mobility assistance, medication reminders, and maintaining a safe, comfortable environment. I...
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Schenectady, NY

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Companionship
meal prep
errands
light cleaning
mobility assistance
+ 1 more
I am a Dedicated and compassionate Home Health Aide with over 4 years of experience providing personalized care to individuals in their homes. Skilled in assisting clients with daily living activities, including personal hygiene, meal preparation, and medication I am a Certified HHA, My goal is to empower clients to maintain...
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Schenectady, NY

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$13/hr
3 years experience
Respite care
meal prep
light cleaning
dementia
Hello, my name is Mariah, and I am interested in providing compassionate, reliable, and respectful support to individuals, families, and people with disabilities who may need assistance with daily activities and caregiving. I have several years of hands-on experience caring for my grandmother, assisting her with feeding,...
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Available For Home Care Full-time. Caring Companionship, Light Housekeeping, And All ADL Needs

Schenectady, NY

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$18/hr
19 years experience
Companionship
hospice services
errands
home modification
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have worked in home care many years working with many individuals in all stages of Alzheimer's disease and other types of disabilities I've assisted with bathing/personal hygiene, dressing assistance, meal/feeding support, transfer/mobility assistance, doctor/medication management along with other daily living needs I am a...
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Special Needs Provider

Schenectady, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I have worked as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for over 30 years. My focus was in special education/developmental disabilities and autism spectrum disorders. I also have experience with the geriatric/elder population. I loved my career! Being able to help people is just part of who I am so I would like to continue...
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Schenectady, NY

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$24/hr
7 years experience
Transportation
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
I'd describe my personality as Bubbly , Kind. I like caring for seniors because I hope that someone would care for me the same as I age . My skills include Assisting with hygiene, Safely transferring, Meal planning and preparation
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Schenectady, NY

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$30/hr
30 years experience
Dementia
meal prep
home modification
light cleaning
mobility assistance
+ 1 more
Providing compassionate, reliable support for seniors and their families has been my professional focus for over a decade. I am a patient and detail-oriented caregiver who prioritizes earning your trust by respecting your loved one's independence and honoring their personal routines. My background includes managing dementia...
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Health Service Administrator

Schenectady, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I provide company for loved ones and services that improve their living environment and make them feel more at home. I provide personal care, meal assistance, transportation, medication management, and other health care duties as needed. I am able to prepare and analyze results of blood and bodily fluids. Etc
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Schenectady, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
light cleaning
errands
hospice services
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Christela. I am a compassionate and reliable caregiver with experience providing quality care and support to seniors and individuals who need assistance with daily activities. I have a background in healthcare, including nursing training, and I have been working in home care since 2016. I provide help with...
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Schenectady, NY

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$20/hr
Kitchen cleaning
organization
general room cleaning
I am a caring and dependable caregiver who enjoys helping others feel safe, comfortable, and supported in their daily lives. I have experience assisting with personal care, meal preparation, light housekeeping, and providing companionship. I understand the importance of patience, respect, and treating every individual with...
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  • 70 personal assistants are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $23.00/hr as of September 2026

  • The average star rating for rated personal assistants is 5.0

Recent personal assistant reviews from local parents in Schenectady, NY

Personal Assistants in Schenectady, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 15 reviews of the 70 listed personal assistants

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.

Leslie D.

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...

- Colleen K.

Bebi K.

Bebi was great with my aunt. She provided great live-in aid entailing everything as described in her profile. She even referred great...

- Care member

FAQs for finding personal assistants in Schenectady

The average rate for hiring a personal assistant in Schenectady, NY on Care.com as of September, 2026 is $23.31 per hour. The cost may fluctuate depending on the type of service you need assistance with and how frequently.
Care.com has 70 personal assistants in Schenectady, 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 Schenectady 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 Schenectady, 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 Schenectady. 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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