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Elizabeth G.

Experienced Teacher, Mentor, Respite Care For Adults, Teens & Children With Special Education Degree

Buffalo, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hospice services
dementia
personal care
respite care
home modification
I have many years of teaching and child care experience. I have been working with adults, teens and children of all ages on and off for about 20 years. I have taught all ages and most subjects. I taught elementary education for 6 years, Special Education middle and high school at a residential treatment facility for 4 years, and...
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Buffalo, NY

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$16/hr
8 years experience
Hello! My name is Gianni. I have worked with children, adults and seniors with developmental disabilities for a total of 8 years now. I've worked in group homes, school settings, I've tutored and worked in a psychiatric hospital. During these experiences I've helped with ADL skills like feeding, bathing, money management,...
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Buffalo, NY

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$19/hr
3 years experience
Live-in home care
dementia
personal care
respite care
home modification
Making a difference in someone's life is what drives me as a caregiver. With three years of experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant, I provide respite, live-in, personal, and dementia care. I am patient, friendly, and detail-oriented. I adapt to changing routines, de-escalate stressful situations, and handle confusion with...
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Lori P.'s Photo

Buffalo, NY

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$18/hr
20 years experience
Errands
companionship
hospice services
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have Medication Management, ADL's, Hoyer lifts, sit to stand, hospice, respite.. and more I'd describe my personality as Happy, Fun & Bubbly I like caring for seniors because I love to make a difference in their lives I'm looking for a job that is safe, family involved. I started caring for seniors in 2000 In my spare...
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Nice To Meet You!

Buffalo, NY

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$20/hr
Meal prep
dementia
light cleaning
My name is Jade, I am an incoming graduate student at Binghamton University M. S. Speech Language Pathology program. I am in search of a kind family to join for community habilitation/respite services. I am interested in working alongside my studies to continue learning about individuals who receive speech therapy services....
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Buffalo, NY

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Meal prep
home modification
mobility assistance
respite care
light cleaning
I'd describe my personality as empathetic, relaxed, ambitious I like caring for seniors because I find pride in giving people the care they deserve in the comfort of their own home. I'm looking for a job that is flexible in days and hours, as I also work a FT job. I am open to respite care as well. I started caring for...
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Caring & Compassionate Care Giver

Buffalo, NY

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$18/hr
5 years experience
I have worked in Respite House. I am familiar with seizure disorders and know a lot about diabetes, since my mom is a type 2 diabetic. I am on board with a company already and work part time for them. I have a wonderful amount of patience and love to make others smile. Background Check & Driving Check as of August 2025. Basic...
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Buffalo, NY

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$16/hr
3 years experience
Home modification
dementia
light cleaning
mobility assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
Making a positive impact on the lives of adults and seniors is my passion. My experiences in previous care roles have further solidified my desire to support their well-being and independence. As a compassionate and patient caregiver with three years of experience, I provide respite care, transportation, and assistance with...
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Buffalo, NY

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Hospice services
companionship
light cleaning
mobility assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
Making a difference in people's lives is what drives me. With 10 years of experience in adult and senior care, I've learned the value of patience, compassion, and empathy. I provide respite care, hospice services, home health, light housekeeping, meal preparation, and support with dementia, medical management, mobility...
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Buffalo, NY

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$23/hr
2 years experience
Home modification
dementia
light cleaning
meal prep
live-in home care
+ 1 more
Bringing comfort and support to seniors is my passion. With a graduate degree in Healthcare Service and more than three years of care management experience, I provide comprehensive care, including respite, live-in assistance, transportation, personal care, light housekeeping, and meal preparation. As a Licensed Practical Nurse,...
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Buffalo, NY

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$16/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
errands
live-in home care
mobility assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
Bringing comfort and support to seniors is my calling. With five years of experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant and Certified Home Health Aide, I provide respite care, live-in assistance, and help with errands, light housekeeping, and meal preparation. I am also skilled in medical management and mobility assistance. I am...
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Buffalo, NY

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$16/hr
3 years experience
Home modification
dementia
light cleaning
meal prep
live-in home care
+ 1 more
Making a difference in people's lives is my passion, which is why I enjoy providing care for adults and seniors. With three years of experience, I'm a Certified Home Health Aide and have First Aid Training. I provide respite care, live-in home care, transportation, and personal care. I can also assist with errands, light...
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Grand Island, NY

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Home modification
dementia
light cleaning
personal care
meal prep
+ 1 more
Making a difference in the lives of others is my calling, and I've dedicated the last five years to providing compassionate senior care. My previous experiences have equipped me with a strong foundation for understanding the unique needs of each individual. I'm passionate about supporting adults' and seniors' independence, and I...
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Grand Island, NY

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$25/hr
9 years experience
Errands
companionship
hospice services
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
For nearly a decade, I've dedicated myself to providing comprehensive and compassionate care to seniors. My passion began at Elderwood in 2014 as I started off in the dietary department. I've developed close relationships and loved all their personalities! When I turned 18 I became a CNA, and have been working in homecare since...
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Tonawanda, NY

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$25/hr
Meal prep
errands
respite care
transportation
light cleaning
Hello! My name is Michelle! I'm currently a full time special education teacher and graduating with my administration degree in December. I'm looking to pick up part-time hours after I graduate, preferably in the evenings and on weekends. I have experience working with individuals, providing respite relief, toileting/bathing,...
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Depew, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Home modification
dementia
hospice services
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Making a positive impact on the lives of adults and seniors is my passion. For the last 10 years, I've provided respite care, transportation, and personal care with compassion and empathy. I am also experienced in hospice services, errands, light housekeeping, meal preparation, dementia care, and mobility . I adapt to changing...
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Senior Caregiver

East Aurora, NY

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$20/hr
18 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Errands
companionship
hospice services
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
For nearly two decades, I've dedicated my career to providing compassionate care to adults and seniors. My passion stems from a deep desire to support their well-being and independence, building upon positive experiences in previous care roles. I understand the importance of offering families a reliable and supportive care...
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Alden, NY

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
errands
personal care
respite care
light cleaning
Making a difference in people's lives is what drives me. With three years of experience providing respite care, running errands, and preparing meals, I'm passionate about supporting the well-being and independence of adults and seniors. My college degree equipped me with a solid foundation. As a caregiver, I provide personal...
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Hamburg, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Mobility assistance
companionship
personal care
specialized care
respite care
+ 1 more
Started watching seniors 30 years ago as a side job... prefer overnights but flexible - many reference available! Respite care available...
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  • 20 respite care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.38/hr as of December 2025

FAQs for finding respite care near you in Buffalo, 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 13 respite care providers near you in Buffalo, 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 Buffalo, 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 Buffalo, 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 Buffalo, NY is $19.38 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 Buffalo, NY.

To safely hire respite care near you in Buffalo, 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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