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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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I am passionate about the quality of life of our seniors and am dedicated to doing my part! I have been in the field for over 10 years and am currently in school for Nursing!
My optimal goal is to provide my clients with the comfort and care they deserve within their safe place!
I have experience with the...
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"Hiring Tiecha was the best decision I made when seeking care for my in laws. She always goes above and beyond and really putting time and effort to work with my family. Very outgoing and always made time to do...
Reviewed by Megan H.
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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.
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 is wonderful! She took care of our son from about 7 months to 12 months of age. She was so sweet with him. Played lots of games, took him on strolls and to the park, and sang to him. Our son was always...
Reviewed by Stephanie R.
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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...
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"Glazi Is amazing, punctual, trustworthy and very calm. She makes you feel at ease and takes great care of your loved one.
Highly recommend!"
Reviewed by Voula D.
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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 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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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...
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""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.
Doreen G.
Waltham, MA
$20-26/hr • 7 yrs exp
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During my past experiences I:
Cared for patients by assisting with their personal care and house chores
Entertained, converse with, or read aloud to patients to keep them mentally healthy and alert.
Planned, purchased, prepared, or served meals to patients, according to prescribed diets
Checked patients' pulse, temperature, and...
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"She took care of my elderly uncle and most recently my 90 year old mother for almost years. We adore Doreen! I am a nurse at Dana Farber with high standards."
Reviewed by Sandra R.
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.
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I am a New Graduate Nurse, mother of three babies My motivation for Nursing is a spiritually rewarding day in and day out. Being a Nurse is my passion. I knew nursing was a good fit for me because my personality tends is to help those who are suffering and make a great impact on their life, that is what Jesus did for me. I want...
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I am a compassionate caregiver with several years of experience in dedicated patient care working both in assisted living facilities and private homes. have experience in hospice care, Alzheimer's, dementia, companionship just to mention but a few. I am passionate about elder care and skilled at managing schedules of patients...
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"Matilda was very hardworking and took wonderful care of my father, allowing him to stay in the home he loved so much for 6 months, otherwise he would have been taken to a facility. She was patience and...
Reviewed by Care member
Shaunakay D.
Dorchester, MA
$30/hr • 4 yrs exp
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Professional Home Health Aide/CNA with over 2 years of experience assisting patients with daily living and personal care services. Physically strong, with high level of patience and exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, clear understanding of best practices in home health care, and knowledge of basic medical...
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"Shauna is very professional and reliable. She did a wonderful job with my grandmother, it has been an honor to work with her."
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I am a Nursing student expecting to be graduated
in December 2021. I am a certified Home Health
Aide. My motivation for Nursing is a spiritually
rewarding day in and day out. Being a Nurse is my
passion. I knew nursing was a good fit for me
because my personality tends is to help those who
are suffering and make a great impact...
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I'm a very patient sitter I enjoy working with babies/kids.
I'm a medical assistant, I'm also studying early childhood education at college. I'm a very sweet, reliable person who's willing to work with parents to help them out with their babies/kids, I love kids and I'm very caring sitter , I treat them same way I do with my...
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"Melisa is a fantastic caregiver that has been a joy to work with. She handled the two toddlers in her care professionally, and with great love and affection."
Reviewed by Brandon R.
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Hi families!
I have been a nanny for 5 years now. All my work from the last 10 years have been based in child care. I have experience as a camp counselor, teacher assistant, and now have a moved to private nanny which has truly been a joy for me!
My childcare experience expands from premature babies to preteens. I find joy...
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"Brianna helped with overnights when our son was just a few weeks old. He had some health problems so it wasn't an easy job. Brianna took amazing care of him and was a positive and friendly presence in our...
Reviewed by David R.
Jacqueline H.
Roslindale, MA
$16-24/hr • 1 yrs exp
Former Veterinarian's Assistant, Current Dog Daycare Attendant And Lifelong Dog Owner
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Hi there! My name is Jacqui and I'm currently an undergraduate biology student! I've previously worked as a veterinarian's assistant (and veterinary technician assistant) for 1 year and previously have owned dogs my whole life. I also work part-time as a dog daycare attendant, so I'm used to all kinds of dog personalities. I'm...
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"I've hired Jacqui a few times for cat-sitting, and she's been wonderfully responsive, punctual, and good with my cats. She made time on short notice to come meet me and my cats before I was away for the first...
Reviewed by Kim G.
Aleksandra V.
Boston, MA
$17-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
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Hello!
I've been taking care of pets professionally for over 2 years, and have 11 years of experience with my own angel, Bella. I'm very comfortable with both large and small dogs, and can care for multiple dogs at once. Every animal has their own needs and I pay very close attention to the routine provided to make sure your...
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"Alex took our 2 year old male cattle dog on a long 2 hour walk around Boston. She is very punctual, pleasant, genuine and is clearly great with dogs. She took great care of our dog Rashford, who loved her, and...
Reviewed by Trevor M.
Claire L.
Lexington, MA
$17-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
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Hello! My name is Claire and I am currently a student at Connecticut College, in which I am earning my BA in Biology, with a pre-med focus. I began working with kids through my job as an assistant dance teacher at the age of 16, and immediately fell in love with the position. During previous summers I worked as a counselor at a...
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"Claire has been a very dependable baby sitter for us this summer. She did fun activities with my 7 year old and kept him active and engaged. He adores her and would wait every morning for her. We can't wait to...
Reviewed by Surbhi S.
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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 am a dedicated, compassionate , reliable and trustworthy caregiver with 10 plus years of experience of taking care of elderly patients in their homes . Committed to improving the overall wellbeing and health through personal care . In the past 10 years I have taken care of stroke patients , patients with dementia and patients...
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"We are so grateful to Joshua for the extraordinary care he has provided to our father over the past year. Joshua is professional, organized, vigilant, and compassionate, and always kept track of many moving...
Reviewed by Eleanor C.
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Recent personal assistant reviews in Somerville, MA
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.
Tiecha A.
5.0
Hiring Tiecha was the best decision I made when seeking care for my in laws. She always goes above and beyond and really putting time and effort to work with my family. Very outgoing and always made time to do fun activities my in laws enjoyed. It wasn't just about taking care and doing the standard...
- Megan H.
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.
Caitlyn M.
5.0
Caitlyn is wonderful! She took care of our son from about 7 months to 12 months of age. She was so sweet with him. Played lots of games, took him on strolls and to the park, and sang to him. Our son was always excited to see Caitlyn when she arrived- they definitely formed a bond! We moved out of...
- Stephanie R.
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 Somerville
In 2024, how much does it cost to hire a personal assistant in Somerville, MA?
The average rate for hiring a personal assistant in Somerville, MA on Care.com as of May, 2024 is $21.69 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 Somerville?
Care.com has 13 personal assistants in Somerville, 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 Somerville 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 Somerville?
Most personal assistants in Somerville, 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 Somerville. Additionally, some personal assistants are okay with performing pet care or even light housekeeping duties, but these duties are less common.