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60 senior care providers are listed in Gorham, ME
The average rate is $18/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby senior care providers is 3 years
Senior care providers in Gorham, ME
5.0
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Caring for elders is my passion because I enjoy spending time with them. I have worked overnights for many clients and am happy to provide a range of services. I have two grown children and have lived in Gorham for 19 years. I am fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
Bella can also help with: Live-in home care, personal care, meal prep, errands, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"I hired Bella to care for my dad, who has dementia. It was one of the best decisions I've ever made. Not only did she take excellent care of Dad, but she cared for our whole family and became a beloved friend. Bella was ALWAYS on time. She did EVERYTHING above and...
Melissa P.
I currently work as a senior care provider and have been doing this job for about 2 and a half years.
Lara can also help with: Personal care, dementia
I am a 53-year-old mom/grand-mom and looking to help a family with elderly care. I recently went through watching my grandmothers health fail and losing her, and I know how much work it can be to be sure they are well cared for. I would love to help another family with the task. I am not medically trained. I am interested in...
Jody can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, transportation, errands
Ursula S.
Gorham, ME
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
When I was a sophomore-junior in High School I would at Gorham House Nursing Home in Maine. I was a dietary aid so I worked hand on with feeding and serving the residents. My favorite part of the job was talking to them about life and learning from them. I really enjoy the company of elderly people and from what I gather, they...
Ursula can also help with: Mobility assistance, companionship, dementia
Haley S.
Gorham, ME
$20-30/hr
Hi! I am a current college student looking to further my career in healthcare. I am planning on becoming a certified nursing assistant once I graduate school next year and would love to start by taking care of you or your loved ones!
Haley can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, live-in home care, dementia, transportation & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Natalie and I am looking for a part-time caregiving position. A little about me, I am very loving and compassionate. I worked with a woman with dementia for 2 years right up until she passed away. It was very hard for me so I switched to childcare which I have loved but I am ready to get back to senior care. I...
Natalie can also help with: Live-in home care, transportation, meal prep, errands, dementia, light cleaning & more
Paige R.
Gorham, ME
$22-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hello!
My name is Paige, I am currently a student athlete at the university of southern maine! I am looking for so extra money and jobs, I am currently working as a CNA at Maine Med.
Paige can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, errands, hospice services, live-in home care, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
(1)
I pride myself in being an excellent caregiver. I have 30 years of experience and excellent references for both childcare and senior care. I am a Certified Nurses Aid, registered with the State of Maine. I am CPR certified and have extensive medical background and experience. I spent 10 years as an owner of a very successful...
Kimberley can also help with: Dementia, companionship, errands, hospice services, light cleaning, home modification & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Kim is a conscientious and dedicated person. She has worked in health care for over 15 years, she is industrious and knowledgeable. She is excellent in crisis management. Hygiene, record keeping and communication are important to her."
LaDonna B.
Kira L.
South Portland, ME
$25-40/hr • 6 yrs exp
4.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there!! My name is Kira and I am a graduate from the University of Miami and currently a certified nursing assistant that provides health care, home care and companionship care. I absolutely love the work I do and would be so excited to help you or your loved one. Please contact me to learn more (I'm not good at putting my...
Kira can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, hospice services, dementia, meal prep, respite care & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Kira has a gift for working w/challenging clients. She brings lightness, a sense of humor and fun. At the same time, she's brilliant and on top of everything medically. Kira truly loves what she does and cares deeply for her people!
My granmother(a tough...
Rachel S.
5.0
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Hi I'm Lisa!
I've been an in-home caregiver for 8 years. I love the people I work with and the work I do. Over the years, I've worked with clients who've been easy-going and fun, as well as clients that have been challenging due to Alzheimer's and Dementia.
I'm very passionate about senior care. I am kind, calm, patient and...
Lisa can also help with: Personal care, errands, hospice services, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
5.0
"My family and I had the pleasure and privilege of having Lisa work in our home for 2.5 years. Lisa always came in with a positive attitude and joy. My loved one could be a challenge. The level of care, professionalism and empathy she demonstrated blew me away. Lisa...
Shannon E.
5.0
(1)
Retired RN. My experience includes working in intensive care, anesthesia, and post-hospitalization rehabilitation. I have worked for two years in homes performing all forms of caregiving, including independent to bed-confined clients. My expertise includes diabetic care and all forms of memory care, including Alzheimer's,...
Laura can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, hospice services, meal prep, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Laura is a very caring, experienced and knowledgeable caregiver. She is dependable, efficient and has great communication skills."
Nancy G.
Merril A.
Portland, ME
$35-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Home Health Care Registered Nurse; Big Smile & Holistic Approach
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Combined 25 yrs registered nurse, chaplain specializing in home health, geriatrics, dementia/alzheimer's, chronic health issues, home care, assisted living, transportation, food planning, errands, cooking, respite, mvmnt/exercise support, organizing medication routine, emotional & spiritual support, elder depression, fear, mood...
Merril can also help with: Errands, companionship, hospice services, mobility assistance, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:
Wound Care
5.0
"My dad lived with Parkinson's & dementia, he was difficult and hostile at moments. Merril handled him w/perfection, humor and lots of successful moments. She helped him with all his personal and emotional needs. Here ability to be flexible with his needs was...
Elaine I.
Kim O.
Westbrook, ME
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I'm a retired healthcare professional with experience managing a busy household and caring for the elderly and infirm. I have been assisting and companion to the elderly since retirement to supplement my income and to have a sense of purpose. I am not one to sit around and I thoroughly enjoy the change of pace this type of work...
Kim can also help with: Respite care, errands, companionship, personal care, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Kim has been an extraordinary help to our family. She is thoughtful, kind, and works hard to keep the family in good order. We were lucky to have her support my dad. Anyone who hires her will be fortunate. She is quite special."
Anna C.
5.0
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I have experience in nursing home care as CNA and LPN. I also have recent experience as senior in home and facility companion/caregiver. I have training and experience with general geriatrics, hospice care and dementia. I have an AA in Early Childhood Education and BS Applied Science. I am always eager to learn.
Lisa can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, visiting nurse, personal care, respite care
5.0
"Warm. Conscientious. Professional. Hardworking. These are just a few words that describe Lisa. It has been a relief to know that Lisa has been caring for my mother and father for the past several years. Lisa goes above and beyond to be sure that my parents have...
Ann N.
Alexandria L.
Scarborough, ME
$40-41/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
The best care for seniors is in their home setting , I find that working with seniors is very rewarding as they have a lot to teach us , my main senior experience is from nursing homes and hospice and it was some of my best experiences
Alexandria can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, home modification, errands & more
5.0
"Lexi helps my mom with transportation , housekeeping and companion care. my mom needs 24/7 care and she is available on short notice if one us can't be there or if we travel , she loves to bake and the baking activities they do together really lighten my mom's day"
Jim L.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been a CNA for over four years now. I have worked in a wide variety of nursing homes where units such as rehab, assisted living, and long term care are present. I help residents preform their daily routines everyday along with spending time with them. Doing things like going for walks, arts and crafts, reading the...
Natalie can also help with: Hospice services, personal care, dementia, visiting nurse
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"We hired Natalie to help with our elderly mother who had come to our home for hospice care. Her sweet disposition bonded her to all of us immediately. She was knowledgeable in many of the skills needed to care for the elderly. She blended into our home like part of...
David S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Having the opportunity to serve and care for the elderly for years has provided a rich environment that brings a kind of passion for for the care of others and appreciation for human dignity for all life stages. My child care experience has taught me, among other epiphanies, the importance of innocence to human dignity and a...
Jaide can also help with: Transportation, personal care, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services & more
5.0
"Jaide cared for my little sister that is special needs and the very best caregiver ever. Jaide showed initiative after I shared with her my written list of expectations and implemented without my having to remind her each day. Jaide made the therapy sessions fun...
Gail C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am an Occupational Therapist with 10 years experience working in an acute physical rehabilitation hospital. I can assist with anything from functional exercise to bathing and dressing, healthy meal prep to good conversation. I am here for comfort and care, or helping you accomplish meaningful tasks by your side while ensuring...
Torie can also help with: Light cleaning, home modification, meal prep, companionship, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"Torie has wonderful skills: she's an Occupational Therapist, extremely kind, organized, personable. We feel very lucky that we found her!"
Maryjo M.
5.0
(2)
My name is Cait, I have been a nurse for 11 years. I have worked in cardiac, medsurg, psychiatric, doctors offices and currently work in home care in the Portland area. I moved to Maine about 2 years ago from Boston where I worked at MGH on a cardiac/medsurg floor. I am originally from NH.
I have a chronic illness and as a kid...
Caitlin can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, mobility assistance, errands, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Clinically Caitlin is very skilled and knowledgeable and yet her focus in on you as a whole person and not just the illness that required you to need nursing care. She has an excellent sense of humor and is a joy to work with. She is a strong advocate for...
ELIZABETH F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 20 years of experience working with the elderly. I have lots of patience, love, compassion and a gentle touch! CPR certified!
Laura can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Laura was totally dependable, caring, on time and efficient. Her caregiving for our elderly mother/mother in law was first class. We never had to worry with Laura helping us. She was always on time and totally skilled at her caregiving. We recommend her highly!"
Barbara S.
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Recent senior care reviews in Gorham, ME
Bella S.
5.0
I hired Bella to care for my dad, who has dementia. It was one of the best decisions I've ever made. Not only did she take excellent care of Dad, but she cared for our whole family and became a beloved friend. Bella was ALWAYS on time. She did EVERYTHING above and beyond my expectations. She does...
- Melissa P.
Kimberley W.
5.0
Kim is a conscientious and dedicated person. She has worked in health care for over 15 years, she is industrious and knowledgeable. She is excellent in crisis management. Hygiene, record keeping and communication are important to her.
- LaDonna B.
Kira L.
5.0
Kira has a gift for working w/challenging clients. She brings lightness, a sense of humor and fun. At the same time, she's brilliant and on top of everything medically. Kira truly loves what she does and cares deeply for her people!
My granmother(a tough customer:) is telling Kira she loves her....
- Rachel S.
Lisa D.
5.0
My family and I had the pleasure and privilege of having Lisa work in our home for 2.5 years. Lisa always came in with a positive attitude and joy. My loved one could be a challenge. The level of care, professionalism and empathy she demonstrated blew me away. Lisa always went above and beyond...
- Shannon E.
Laura R.
5.0
Laura is a very caring, experienced and knowledgeable caregiver. She is dependable, efficient and has great communication skills.
- Nancy G.
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FAQs for finding senior care in Gorham, ME
In 2024, how much does senior care cost near me in Gorham, ME?
The average rate for hiring a senior care provider in Gorham, ME on Care.com is $18.86 per hour as of May 2024. This rate will vary depending on the level of care needed (medical/non-medical or overnight care), the provider's certifications, years of experience, and total amount of hours required per day/week.
What types of senior care are available near me in 2024 in Gorham, ME?
You can find a variety of in-home senior care options in Gorham, ME on Care.com. Some of these options include having a companion to support your loved one with daily activities such as getting around the house, helping with meal prep, light housekeeping or even dressing/bathing. You also have the option to find a nursing assistant if medical care is required. There are also caregivers who can provide senior transportation to run errands or drive to doctor appointments. For seniors that require highly monitored care or cannot remain in their own homes, you'll find other options in Gorham such as assisted living facilities or nursing homes.
How can I find senior care near me in Gorham, ME?
Care.com has 7 senior care providers in Gorham, ME. You can filter and sort local senior care providers by distance from Gorham and compare your options by reading about their experience, services they provide, and reviews from other families.