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Pedro S.

Cambridge, MA

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$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
respite care
transportation
errands
meal prep
Making a difference in the lives of adults and seniors is my calling. My experiences in previous care roles have only deepened my passion for supporting their well-being and independence, while offering families a reliable care option. I have three years of experience and some college education. I am patient, calm,...
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Lyza B.'s Photo

Cambridge, MA

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$28/hr
8 years experience
Errands
meal prep
respite care
companionship
transportation
+ 1 more
Bringing eight years of experience in supporting adults and seniors, I'm deeply committed to their well-being and independence. My graduate degree has given me a strong foundation. In previous roles, I found great satisfaction in making a positive impact on people's lives. As a patient, friendly, and detail-oriented caregiver, I...
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I Am Patient, Loyal And Reliable, Considerate, I Love Helping People.

Cambridge, MA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
home modification
hospice services
companionship
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have 15 years of experience. I can help with Medical Assistant and Caregiver , CNA(Certified Nursing Assistant). Personal Care Attendant (PCA) and CPR /BLS /AED , Personal Care Aides (PCA) , Home Health Aides (HHAs) Live-In Home . Senior care Private Duty Caregiver and Personal Home care I have experience in the emergency...
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Creative Responsible Female Seeking Senior Care Positions

Medford, MA

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
5 years experience
Hospice services
meal prep
personal care
errands
respite care
+ 1 more
I have experience working with retired seniors in non-profit volunteer settings, and assisting them in their projects. In addition, I have provided care services for my grandmother, who has lived in a senior community for several years. I provide companionship, cooking meals, walking, reading, and good conversation. I am...
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Creative Childcare Provider Seeking Nanny Position Close To Water Town.

Medford, MA

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
My Qualifications: -10+ Years experience in childcare/nanny various ages. - Certified Respite Care Provider for Children w Autism. - Loves engaging Children in creative arts. -Big fan of outdoor activities - Creative, Patient, and Flexible. - Non-Smoker/ and health conscious - Loves Museums/History/and Art. - Excellent...
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Jessica M.'s Photo

Waltham, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hello! I graduated with a BA in Special Education from Boston University, and hold a masters degree from UMass Boston and a teaching license in Moderate Disabilities, grades 5-12. I work at Perkins School for the Blind as a teacher for deafblind students. I have 10 years of experience working with individuals with disabilities...

Chris R. says "Jessica is a remarkable care giver. Experienced, highly skilled, patient centered, and a strong communicator."

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Ella M.'s Photo

Boston, MA

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
live-in home care
dementia
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have 3 years of respite care experience, lots of experience with seniors including seniors with disabilities. I am in school for Occupational Therapy
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Ian L.'s Photo

Burlington, MA

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$30/hr
3 years experience
Dementia
hospice services
light cleaning
companionship
live-in home care
+ 1 more
Making a difference in people's lives is my passion. With three years of experience in adult and senior care, I'm dedicated to providing compassionate and reliable support to your loved ones. I understand the importance of creating a comfortable environment while earning trust and respecting individual rights. I offer respite...
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Dedham, MA

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$26/hr
3 years experience
Home modification
light cleaning
meal prep
errands
personal care
+ 1 more
Making a real difference in someone's life is what drives me as a caregiver. With three years of experience, I'm dedicated to supporting the well-being and independence of adults and seniors. I hold a pre medical college degree, certified in BLS CPR, and have 5+ years in the medical field as an EMT and medical assistant. I...
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Jana S.'s Photo

Roxbury Crossing, MA

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$35/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
personal care
respite care
errands
transportation
+ 1 more
With four years dedicated to senior care, with my Mom in the past and currently with my mother in-law and a lifetime of taking care of animals and various pets, I'm driven by a passion for supporting adults' and pets well-being, however needed. My corporate, non-profit experience and health coaching has provided me with a solid...
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Gerardo C.'s Photo

Waltham, MA

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
live-in home care
dementia
meal prep
+ 1 more
Senior Care Provider | Husband & Wife Team Hello! My wife and I are a reliable and compassionate caregiving team dedicated to supporting seniors with respect, patience, and consistency. We work together to provide dependable care and peace of mind for families. Services we offer include: • Personal care (bathing, dressing,...
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Melissa S.'s Photo

Revere, MA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Errands
hospice services
light cleaning
dementia
meal prep
+ 1 more
Bringing comfort and peace of mind to families is my priority. With 10 years of experience, I am a Certified Nursing Assistant and Certified Home Health Aide dedicated to supporting adults and seniors' independence. My college education complements my hands-on experience. I provide respite care, transportation, and personal...
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Woburn, MA

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$30/hr
3 years experience
Errands
hospice services
light cleaning
dementia
live-in home care
+ 1 more
Making a difference in someone's life is what truly motivates me. With three years of experience providing respite, live-in, and hospice care, I'm dedicated to supporting the well-being and independence of adults and seniors. My approach is patient, compassionate, and friendly. I prioritize understanding your loved one's...
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Everett, MA

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Dementia
live-in home care
meal prep
companionship
respite care
+ 1 more
Making a difference in someone's life is what drives me. I'm a dedicated caregiver with two years of experience providing respite care, live-in home care, and home health services. I also assist with light housekeeping, meal preparation, and dementia care. My approach is rooted in patience, compassion, and respect for each...
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Junique J.'s Photo

Roslindale, MA

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$50/hr
12 years experience
Dementia
hospice services
light cleaning
companionship
live-in home care
+ 1 more
Bringing comfort and support to adults and seniors is truly my calling. With 12 years of experience, I've developed a deep understanding of how to provide compassionate and detail-oriented care. My approach is always patient and calm, focusing on each individual's unique needs. I have some college education and am fluent in...
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Kim M.'s Photo

Care Giver

Woburn, MA

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$35/hr
10 years experience
Live-in home care
respite care
hospice services
personal care
In my late teens my own cherished mother suffered a massive stroke. Our family learned first hand of the struggles families endure when this becomes your way of life. From there I worked at the former Choate Hospital as a CNA. My career then took me to 28 years at a busy Urological practice, until their closing very...
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Grace M.'s Photo

Burlington, MA

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$25/hr
6 years experience
Dementia
home modification
hospice services
companionship
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Making a positive difference in people's lives is what drives me. As a Certified nursing assistant CNA and Home Health Aide HHA with three years of experience, I support families by offering dependable care for their loved ones. My approach is patient, calm, compassionate, discreet with family details and detail-oriented. I...
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Akram Magid S.'s Photo

Woburn, MA

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Errands
hospice services
light cleaning
dementia
live-in home care
+ 1 more
Making a positive impact on the lives of others is my calling. As a Licensed Practising Nurse, Certified Nursing Assistant, and Certified Home Health Aid, I bring four years of experience providing compassionate care to adults and seniors. I offer respite care, live-in home care, transportation, and personal care. I am also...
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Emily C.'s Photo

Dorchester, MA

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$22/hr
2 years experience
Home modification
meal prep
mobility assistance
errands
respite care
+ 1 more
Making a difference in people's lives is what I strive for as a caregiver. With two years of experience in adult and senior care, I'm passionate about providing reliable support to families. My college degree has prepared me to help your loved ones with respite care, transportation, errands, light housekeeping, meal preparation,...
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Surafah M.'s Photo

Waltham, MA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Home modification
live-in home care
meal prep
errands
mobility assistance
+ 1 more
Making a difference in someone's life is what I strive for as a caregiver. With 10 years of experience, I'm a Certified Home Health Aide dedicated to supporting adults' and seniors' well-being and independence. My approach is compassionate, friendly, and professional. I provide respite care, live-in care, transportation,...
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  • 60 respite care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.00/hr as of March 2026

FAQs for finding respite care near you in Cambridge, MA

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 Cambridge, MA 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 Cambridge, MA 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 Cambridge, MA 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 Cambridge, MA is $21.00 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 Cambridge, MA.

To safely hire respite care near you in Cambridge, MA, 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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