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Debra F.

Respite Care Provider

Albany, NY

from
$20/hr
2 years experience
Respite care
light cleaning
dementia
My name is Debbie. I took care of my mom, Aunt and a lady who lived in an apartment downstairs from me. My mom and aunt had Alzheimer's. The other lady had Cancer. I fed, did laundry, cleaned and medication as needed. We talked for hours and I am glad for those memories. My mom was my best friend and my 27-year-old daughter...
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Albany, NY

from
$18/hr
4 years experience
Hello, I'm Kala! a highly skilled and compassionate Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) with 4 years of experience in caring for individuals with special needs. Offering respite care, Community Habilitation, companionship, and special needs care, I bring a deep understanding of autism, Auditory Processing Disorders, Food...
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Albany, NY

4.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hospice services
errands
dementia
companionship
live-in home care
+ 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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Let Me Help You!

Delmar, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Hospice services
errands
dementia
companionship
live-in home care
+ 1 more
I love people and want to help you and your loved one! I am a mother and wife with one son, who has graduated from college, is married and is living life independent and successful. I have 10 years experience as a full-time Home Health Aide and am specialized in Elderly Care, Respite Care as well as Nanny Care. My schedule is...

Jim and Jeannine M. says "Kathy helped out in an emergency when our aide did not show up for work. She came right away, helped with bathing, mobility, feeding and chores....

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Loving Aid Looking For Homecare Position

Latham, NY

1.0(0)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience
Hospice services
errands
dementia
companionship
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! I am a NYS trained HHA/PCA Homecare/Caregiver/Aid looking for the right family and/or patient. I have 25+ years of loving care and experience. I have worked with quadruplegic alzheimers cancer tbi parkinsons hospice and elderly patients. I also have some great wound care knowledge. Light housework Dr/store visits showering...
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East Greenbush, NY

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$24/hr
Respite care
Kind, caring and compassionate therapist looking for part time or as needed work. Have work and personal experience caring for seniors. Experience includes a senior day program and working at an independent living senior center. Looking to provide respite or companion services.
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Slingerlands, NY

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$30/hr
5 years experience
Hospice services
errands
dementia
companionship
live-in home care
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Nah'Ziza, founder of GH HHC. I provide dependable, compassionate in-home care with the belief that every client deserves to feel safe, respected, and genuinely cared for. With years of hands-on experience supporting seniors and families, I specialize in companionship, personal care, medication reminders, light...
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Certified Nursing Assistant

Selkirk, NY

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
hospice services
dementia
companionship
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Sarah. I have been a CNA for 18 years. I have experience with long term care and short term care. I have experience with rehab, Alzheimer's and dementia, hospice and respite care. I am very caring and compassionate. I am also an Activity Director at a Skilled Nursing Facility. I love what I do. I have...
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Latham, NY

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$14/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
home modification
errands
respite care
Making a difference in people's lives is what truly matters to me. With a year of experience, I bring a compassionate approach to senior care. My First Aid Training allows me to respond effectively in various situations. I'm skilled in providing respite care, running errands, light housekeeping, and preparing meals. I am...
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Delmar, NY

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$28/hr
7 years experience
Live-in home care
light cleaning
home modification
errands
mobility assistance
+ 1 more
Making a difference in the lives of adults and seniors is truly important to me. I've been a Registered Nurse for 13 years with 7 and a half years of patient care experience with adults. With my experience I bring both knowledge and compassion to my role. I offer respite care, live-in care, transportation, errands/shopping,...
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Hospice services
errands
dementia
companionship
live-in home care
+ 1 more
Making a difference in the lives of adults and seniors is my passion. For seven years, I have provided compassionate care, including respite and live-in support. I am skilled in home health, hospice services, and dementia care. I adapt to changing routines, de-escalate stressful situations, and handle behavioral changes with...
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Mary M.'s Photo

Clifton Park, NY

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$30/hr
7 years experience
Hospice services
errands
dementia
companionship
meal prep
+ 1 more
Making a positive difference in people's lives is what drives me. With seven years of experience in adult and senior care, I'm passionate about supporting well-being and independence. My background includes a college degree and certifications in CPR and First Aid. I provide respite care, transportation, and hospice services. I...
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Alana T.'s Photo

Troy, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
home modification
errands
companionship
meal prep
+ 1 more
Bringing comfort and support to others is my passion. I spent 2-3 years caring for elder care and 20+ years working with special needs children and young adults. I've been a live in Nanny for 3+ years . I've provided respite and live-in care, along with assistance for errands, light housekeeping, and meal preparation. I also...
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Knox, NY

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$16/hr
3 years experience
Hospice services
home modification
errands
dementia
mobility assistance
+ 1 more
Making a difference in the lives of people. For 30 years, I've been providing compassionate care and supporting independence. As a Licensed Practicing Nurse, I bring a calm and patient approach to caregiving. I am skilled at making tasks easier, medication compliance, empathetic to the issues of aging, and de-escalating...
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Schenectady, NY

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
home modification
errands
respite care
+ 1 more
10 years in senior care have deepened my passion for supporting well-being and independence. Previous roles have shown me the positive impact I can have on people's lives. I am a Certified Nursing Assistant, and I'm also trained in CPR and First Aid. I provide respite care, transportation, help with errands, light housekeeping,...
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Clifton Park, NY

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$30/hr
5 years experience
Hospice services
errands
dementia
companionship
meal prep
+ 1 more
For nearly a decade, I've dedicated myself to providing comprehensive and compassionate care to adults and seniors. My passion stems from a deep desire to support their well-being and independence, building on positive experiences in previous care roles. I hold a college degree and maintain current certifications in CPR and...
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Schenectady, NY

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$16/hr
3 years experience
Live-in home care
light cleaning
home modification
errands
personal care
+ 1 more
Making a difference in someone's life is what truly motivates me. As a Certified Home Health Aide with three years of experience, I'm passionate about supporting adults and seniors, ensuring their well-being and independence. I provide respite care, live-in care, and assistance with errands, shopping, personal care, light...
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Experienced, Enrichment-based Respite Care Provider

Schenectady, NY

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Hello! I'm K : ) I've been a professional educator and engaged ally in special education spaces for 16 years. At present, I provide enrichment-focused, relationally-oriented respite care for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families. My practice is enrichment-based, meaning I aim to add to a child's...
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Schenectady, NY

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
home modification
errands
respite care
+ 1 more
Certified Nursing Assistant and Certified Home Health Aide with two years of experience, I provide respite care, transportation, and mobility assistance, companionship, meal Prep, Bath, dressing and more, experienced with hoyer lift and more, can also help with errands, light housekeeping. I've worked for Nursing home in the...
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  • 19 respite care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $22.67/hr as of January 2026

  • The average star rating for rated respite care is 4.0

FAQs for finding respite care near you in Albany, NY

The respite care meaning can vary slightly depending on who is providing their services. This is why we recommend that you review the profiles of the 3 respite care providers near you in Albany, NY carefully to see what services they offer. That being said, respite care services usually involve providing caregiving support when the usual caregiver can’t be there.

Care.com makes finding respite care providers near you in Albany, NY fast and easy. From the comfort of your own home, you can review a variety of different respite caregiver profiles in your area to learn more about their experiences and services. You can also read reviews from former clients to help find the right fit for your family.

The cost of respite care near you in Albany, NY can vary depending on the cost of living in your location and how much experience the caregiver has. However, to give you a jumping off point, the average rate for respite care providers in Albany, NY is $22.67 per hour.

The types of respite care services you require likely depend on the type of care the person you’re caring for needs. For example, some people may require more general caregiving, whereas some need help with transportation, taking medication, or grooming. Because of this, it can be helpful to review different profiles of respite care providers near you in Albany, NY.

To safely hire respite care near you in Albany, NY, we strongly recommend you run an independent background check, interview a handful of different caregivers, and request references. You can also review the profiles of respite caregivers who have a CareCheck badge on their profile.

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