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Christine L.

Onset, MA

from
$20/hr
4 years experience
Dementia
hospice services
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
+ 1 more
Making a difference in the lives of adults and seniors is my calling. With four years of experience as a Certified Home Health Aide, I bring compassion and a calm demeanor to every interaction. My goal is to support well-being and independence, and I find great satisfaction in doing so. I offer respite care, transportation, and...
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Melissa B.

Caregiver

Wareham, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
light cleaning
meal prep
live-in home care
dementia
+ 1 more
For the last 25 years, I have applied my BSN/RN to work with the elderly and infirm to help them maintain independence and provide respite care to their families. My compassion and patience for the elderly grew from the loss of my own mother from dementia. I truly enjoy working with the elderly and appreciate and honor their...

Care Member says "Melissa is a kind and caring person who is also a true professional!! "

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Jonathan W.

The CARER Who Specializes In Care For MEN. Also Provide TRAVEL VACATION SERVICES

Sandwich, MA

4.9(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Middle age male with more than 20 years of recent experience working with a wide range of diagnosis offering his services so that family members or loved ones may have a respite from the daily grind of caregiving.. Though I'm one of the few males in this line of work, I do come highly recommended and enjoy working with the...

Care Member says "Jonathan is a warm, sensitive, caring, and generous person, especially compassionate and patient with my husband, who has Parkinson's disease. "

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Susan R.

Senior Care, Companionship, Errands, Med Appointme

Sandwich, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
light cleaning
personal care
meal prep
dementia
+ 1 more
Hi there. I have been working with seniors for 15 plus years helping them on many levels. I have worked for several families over the years helping them with their loved ones. I have worked with many dementia patients. I can offer companionship, safety, help w meal prep (I am a wonderful cook and enjoy it), medical appointments,...

Rebecca E. says "Sue has made a profound difference in our families life. My Mother suffers from dementia and can't be alone any more. Sue's exceptional qualities, from...

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Jane S.

Forestdale, MA

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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Errands
personal care
transportation
respite care
light cleaning
+ 1 more
With a decade dedicated to caring for adults and seniors, I'm passionate about promoting their independence and well-being. My background as a Licensed Practising Nurse, coupled with CPR and First Aid Training, allows me to provide comprehensive support. I offer respite care, transportation, personal care, meal preparation,...
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Patrice W.

Plymouth, MA

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Errands
personal care
transportation
respite care
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Making a difference in the lives of adults and seniors is my calling. My experiences in previous care roles solidified my passion for supporting well-being and independence, while providing families with reliable care. I am a Certified Nursing Assistant with 25 years of experience. I also have CPR and First Aid Training. I...
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Debbie C.

Falmouth, MA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Dementia
meal prep
respite care
personal care
errands
+ 1 more
I have been a nurse for 29yrs. Started in long term care, geriatrics(my passion). Ventured into visiting nurse, hospital nursing , sub acute and brief visit in hospice. I am nearing my retirement years and realized I need to work but doing something I love that is geriatrics. I was asked to care for a woman almost 6yrs ago.. she...

Marc H. says "Debbie , was a deeply caring and vital part of the care team taking care of my 98 year old father. As a trained medical nurse she brings far more knowledge...

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Lori M.

New Bedford, MA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I have worked for mentally and physically challenged people for over 10 years. My clients I have had in the past had spina-bifida, cerebral palsy, autism, fragile X, ADHD, ADD, mild to moderate MR, diabetes and seizure disorders. I also have done respite care for many individuals and I had a foster child for a year with autism.
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Mary C.

Senior Caregiver

Lakeville, MA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
meal prep
respite care
mobility assistance
dementia
+ 1 more
I have been involved in caregiving for seniors for the past 20 plus years. I work closely with families who have loved ones with mild to moderate dementia. My services include but are not limited to companionship, transportation, medications, visits to doctor's appointments, as well as respite care for families. I also work...
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Lucileide M.

Wonderful Care With Luci

Halifax, MA

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$28/hr
8 years experience
Companionship
home modification
light cleaning
hospice services
dementia
+ 1 more
Hello, I'm experienced and a compassionate caregiver with more than 6 years of experience working with diverse patient populations and delivering comprehensive patient care, assisted clients with housekeeping duties, including preparing nutritious meals, house chores, and shopping trips. Provide compassionate care and emotional...
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Catherine B.

Serendipity Services: Family Support Services For When And Where They're Needed.

East Falmouth, MA

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$23/hr
8 years experience
Errands
meal prep
transportation
respite care
home modification
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as calm, caring and kind. I like caring for seniors because, I care about all people and understand the different seasons of life. I know that it can be challenging for them and their families to navigate this process in their lives. I have personally have lived experience with my own family. I...
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Nancy K.

Companion & Life Enrichment

Mashpee, MA

from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Dementia
meal prep
transportation
respite care
errands
+ 1 more
Through my former experience working at a 5-Star nursing and rehabilitation facility on Cape Cod as a Life Enrichment provider, and as my mother's care giver throughout her long journey with Parkinson's disease, I learned many ways to assist people so they can happily remain living independently at any age or to recover from...
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  • 12 respite care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.00/hr as of July 2025

Recent respite care reviews from local parents in Onset, MA

Respite Care in Onset, MA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 12 listed respite care

Melissa B.

Melissa is a kind and caring person who is also a true professional!!

- Care member

Jonathan W.

Jonathan is a warm, sensitive, caring, and generous person, especially compassionate and patient with my husband, who has Parkinson's...

- Care member

Susan R.

Sue has made a profound difference in our families life. My Mother suffers from dementia and can't be alone any more. Sue's exceptional...

- Rebecca E.

FAQs for finding respite care near you in Onset, 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 1 respite care providers near you in Onset, 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 Onset, 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 Onset, 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 Onset, MA is $20.00 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 Onset, MA.

To safely hire respite care near you in Onset, 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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