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I retired from Hudson River Psychiatric Center in 2010. I started babysitting with Care. com at times 2 years ago. I have also been helping out a friend with limited mobility about hours per week. He is scheduled for surgery on his foot today.
Antonia can also help with: Light cleaning

Debra B.


Germantown, NY

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Registered Professional Nurse With Over 25 Years Of Hands-On Nursing Care

I'm a registered professional nurse, who has worked on an orthopedic/plastic surgery floor at Albany Medical Center for 10 years, and as a charge nurse and unit manager of an Alzheimer's/Dementia unit for another 10 years. Before this, I was a certified nursing assistant for 5 years and that fostered a love for care giving....
Debra can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, personal care, visiting nurse, home modification, respite care & more
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James H.


Kingston, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver/Companion

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My medical training began at Morristown Memorial Hospital (Morristown Medical Center, Morristown, NJ) in 1973 as a medical-surgical technician. I have worked as a nursing assistant in Hawaii and Europe. In my more recent role, I provided long-term care to an individual who succumbed to a traumatic brain injury. My medical and...
James can also help with: Dementia, errands, live-in home care, hospice services, companionship, light cleaning & more
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Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

Wound Care

5.0
"James has been an excellent caregiver for my dad over the past 18 months. As the needs of our family changed, James demonstrated flexibility and creativity in helping us adapt to the changes. In the beginning, we need help just once a day a few times each week. At...

Melinda M.

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Willow G.


Saugerties, NY

$45-50/hr10 yrs exp

Certified CareDoula, Passionate Medicine Woman, Radiant Love

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I would love to discuss the opportunity to care for your loved one. My training includes the Wise Woman Tradition, Shamanism, Reiki, Associates Degree in Occupational Science, Death Doula and pSychopomp, Yoga and Breath work. My 15+ years experience working with Seniors, Body Mechanics and Mobility Recovery has opened up many...
Willow can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, dementia, errands, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"I wish to acknowledge the superb contributions to my mother’s comfort and wellbeing. Not only did you arrange for her care on very short notice, and well prepared for to work. Thank you for taking on the task and performing it in a superior manner. At the outset, I...

Care member

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Stacey M S.


Palenville, NY

$25-40/hr5 yrs exp

Caring, Competent RN

I'm a Registered Nurse with acute care hospital experience, mostly on Medical-Surgical units, but also Ortho, Neuro, Cardiovascular Surgery, as well as Covid units during the pandemic. I've a lot of experience working with geriatric patients, which I really enjoy. I took care of my dying father at home, as well as of my elderly...
Stacey M can also help with: Errands, personal care, respite care, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep & more
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Allison W.


Hurley, NY

$25-45/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Advocate/ Companion Care

I recognized my affinity for working with seniors at an early age and thus many of my college courses included subjects pertinent to all facets of the aging process. Post college, I became licensed as a hearing aid specialist and have spent over 18 years working with seniors in the hearing healthcare sector, most recently as the...
Allison can also help with: Respite care, personal care, hospice services, errands, light cleaning, companionship & more
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Deborah C.


Hyde Park, NY

$15-30/hr

You Found Your Caregiver!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello & thank you for reading my profile. I completely understand how searching for a competent, loving & patient caregiver for your family member can be draining, scary & frustrating. I am a 60-year-old very fit independent woman who has raised 3 beautiful daughters, 1 of which is special needs. I operate an rental from my...
Deborah can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, light cleaning, hospice services, errands, respite care & more
5.0
"Deborah is a good communicator, punctual, and brings a warm and caring personality into our home. She knows how to do nearly everything, but most importantly she is an excellent conversationalist for my mom, helps my mom navigate our new house (my mom is low...

Nancy K.

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Giselle M.


Saugerties, NY

$50/hr4 yrs exp

Artistic Care giving: Giselle

Passionate about senior care, my journey began as my mother faced a challenging recovery from a motorcycle accident. I've provided companionship, attentive listening, and various therapies to aid her healing. Though not a certified nurse, my nurturing and patient nature has been evident in caring for my mother and raising...
Giselle can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, transportation

Patricia P.


Philmont, NY

$25-35/hr2 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

I have worked with elders recovering from stroke and seizures, those recovering from hip surgery, those who have Parkinson's and those who have slight dementia or Alzheimer's. I have assisted with all aspects of personal care, given massage, cooked meals and provided opportunities for recreation and exercise. I taught for many...
Patricia can also help with: Companionship, respite care, personal care, mobility assistance, hospice services, dementia & more

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Recent post-surgery care reviews in Red Hook, NY

James H.

5.0

James has been an excellent caregiver for my dad over the past 18 months. As the needs of our family changed, James demonstrated flexibility and creativity in helping us adapt to the changes. In the beginning, we need help just once a day a few times each week. At the end, James often came to care...

- Melinda M.

Willow G.

5.0

I wish to acknowledge the superb contributions to my mother’s comfort and wellbeing. Not only did you arrange for her care on very short notice, and well prepared for to work. Thank you for taking on the task and performing it in a superior manner. At the outset, I had no idea that your service even...

- Care member

Deborah C.

5.0

Deborah is a good communicator, punctual, and brings a warm and caring personality into our home. She knows how to do nearly everything, but most importantly she is an excellent conversationalist for my mom, helps my mom navigate our new house (my mom is low vision), and is generally helpful in all...

- Nancy K.

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