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Kedie M.

A Dedicated Hardworking Caregiver

Poughkeepsie, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
home modification
live-in home care
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
Experienced Caregiver with 10 plus years caring for the elderly population. I'm very reliable, diligent, caring and hardworking. I'm also CPR certified.

Care Member says "I wholeheartedly and enthusiastically recommend Kedie she is wonderful, caring, compassionate, skilled, sensitive, insightful and a capable aide to our...

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Linda F.

Senior Care Giver

Poughkeepsie, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Visiting physician
mobility assistance
transportation
errands
companionship
+ 1 more
I am reliable, kind and compassionate. I would like to help by being a companion to someone that needs attention. I would be willing to do errands/ shopping or if you need someone to help with transportation to doctor appointments. Also, to be sure medication is taken on time. I took care of my father who had Parkinson's and had...

Bob M. says "Linda was a huge help to me and my mom and I would recommend her without hesitation. Linda cared for my 93 yr old mom for over a year. Confident in...

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Cynthina C.

I Am Compassionate And Caring.Also Do Live In.

Poughkeepsie, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience
Mobility assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
Problem solving skill, creative, time management, communication skills, team work, staying positive, Compassionate and very patient.

Sharon O. says "Cynthia (Tina) assisted my mother for about five years in total, from 2017 into 2022. Tina started part-time, a few hours a few times a week, providing...

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Carmelita S.

Certified Home Health Aide

Poughkeepsie, NY

4.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Visiting physician
hospice services
respite care
home modification
dementia
+ 1 more
I started out caring for my mother in 2001, with that experience I learned to work a hoyer lift to help my mother transport in and out of bed safely. That experience allowed me to learn about home care on a profound level. Handling medical appointments, medical care, preparing meals, bathing, grooming and spending time with my...

Cee C. says "Carmelita is the best human being you could find out there. Her love and care of her mother was beyond what you could ever imagine."

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Lisa C.

Part-time Caregiver

Poughkeepsie, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Visiting physician
home modification
personal care
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
I'm a Certified Nursing Assistant working in home based and nursing home settings over the past 10 years. I am experience with mechanical lift, bathing, feeding, companionship etc... I've worked with bed bond patients has well as the elderly. I'm dependable, trustworthy, patient, kind, pleasant, respectful and compassionate. I'm...

Andrew V. says "Lisa was amazing! She is kind, loving and caring. She took exceptional care of my father. She is always willing to help in any way possible. I couldn't...

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Keyana P.

Seeking Full Time Cases

Poughkeepsie, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
errands
light cleaning
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
Experience as an Eldercare Caregiver for the past 5 years. I am vaccinated for the Covid 19. I am agreeable, caring and mature. Safety and Reliability are paramount to me, as well as clean, work environment. Experience: I have worked with many people over the years. Nursing Homes and private cases. companionship, feeding, and...

Courtney D. says "Keyana has a wonderful personality. I have known her for over 16 years. Keyana love to help everyone. The best word that I could think of to describe...

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Teresa S.

Loving And Compassionate

Poughkeepsie, NY

4.3(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Meal prep
hospice services
live-in home care
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
Hello my name Teresa. I've been a certified nurse assistant for over 20yrs plus. I've worked with all types of patients from Alzheimer's dementia, mental health, paraplegic, diabetic , insulin exercises, etc. you name it I've worked with them. I will cook clean, dress, your loved one. I will take them to doctors appointment and...

Eve D. says "Teresa is incredibly empathetic, kind and knowledgeable. She made us feel comfortable and her warmth and dedication were so appreciated."

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Jennifer T.

Poughkeepsie, NY

4.0(1)
from
$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Personal care
hospice services
dementia
visiting physician
My name is jennifer, im a certified cna, bls . Work at local hospital on the orthopedic unit for 12 years. Doing home care for 20 yeas, I does groceries shopping Drs appointments. Light House keepimg . Friendly reliable have my own transportation. With references upon request... I also work in the GI lab as on endo technician...

Edith K. says "Very nice and capable individual who has great patience working with your loved one. Worked and was capable of moving my large husband."

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Tracey P.

Poughkeepsie, NY

5.0(0)
from
$23/hr
3 years experience
Respite care
live-in home care
personal care
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
Hi Families! I'm Tracey a 22-year-old college graduate. I just graduated in may WooHoo! Majored in Biology and Psychology! Over the years I've had experience in many different fields ranging from working with mentality disabled children to also becoming a certified CNA! I worked at a nursing home for the summer then went on and...
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Jodie K.

Certified Nurses Assistant/ Home Health Aide

Poughkeepsie, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Personal care
dementia
companionship
I have 21 years of experience with taking care of the elderly . I have had a certificate for nursing assistant and also have my home health aide certificate as well as my pca. I have many years of experience with dementia, Alzheimer's, stroke patients, cancer, end of life, vascular dementia and hospice care. I have a great...

Angela C. says "Jodie is a wonderful caregiver she took excellent care of my grandfather she stayed with him up until the good lord called him home . Jodie was also very...

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Lali G.

Home Helth Aid/caregiver

Poughkeepsie, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Mobility assistance
errands
meal prep
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
Home Health Aid available. 20 years experience in home healthcare. As I work with patients I provide love and care. My goal is that my patients are able to maintain their independence and that I meet the needs of each person I care for, I have respect for them. I am kind hearted and I really care about the patient. Certified...

Bethanne H. says "So kind and extremely reliable! Lali has been an absolute blessing for my family. Highly recommend if you have loved ones in need of a helping hand."

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Alithia O.

Caregiver Available For Part Time Work.

Poughkeepsie, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Mobility assistance
hospice services
meal prep
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
I have14 years experience in providing senior care in the home setting as well as in the medical setting. I am also open to doing light housekeeping, medications, and transportation to medical appointments and cooking meals.

Nina F. says "Alithia worked for my grandmother, who had advanced dementia. She was professional, reliable and very capable. Was able to handle difficult situations and...

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Ana L.

Poughkeepsie, NY

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Live-in home care
errands
light cleaning
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
I described myself as a caring, responsible, and patient caregiver. I have 8 years of experience in adult and senior care. I do my very best to be as dependable, reliable, compassionate, and caring as I can be. My services include meal preparation, giving medication, helping with showers, or sponge baths, driving to doctor's...

Geralyn L. says "Ana and her sister in law cared for my mother. Ana and Judith were the kindest most patient and giving people I have had the pleasure of working with....

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Annalicia B.

What Ever You Need Help With Am Here To Help You

Poughkeepsie, NY

4.5(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Live-in home care
errands
light cleaning
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
Am a certified HHA/PCA I can help with bathing dress feed meal pre etc. I've been doing private care job over 10 years now. I have a lot of experience I work home for childrens for 2yrs I work with kids and adults with disabilities and I have work with unlimited care for 3yrs. I work for office of children and family services....

Hallie J. says "Annalicia has helped me care after my aunt in the past. She is extremely helpful and responsive "

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Shontelle D.

Dedicated Aide

Poughkeepsie, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
errands
light cleaning
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
Hi there Compassionate, reliable, dedicated CHHA with over 18 years of experience, nursing home and private home care. Exceptional care and support to patients with a wide range of disabilities, illnesses, and other health related challenges. Experience in Alzheimer's, dementia, cancer, COPD, end of life hospice care. I...

Care Member says "I wholeheartedly and enthusiastically recommend Shontelle who I found to be a wonderful, caring, compassionate, skilled, sensitive, insightful and...

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Jennifer W.

I Have Been Working As A CNA For Over 20 Years.

Poughkeepsie, NY

5.0(1)
from
$2540/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
errands
hospice services
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
I have been working in health care now for over 25 years. Taking care of the elderly, people with disabilities, dementia, Parkinson, and people who have been through a number of surgeries. I have worked at Ellis Hospital nursing facility and rehabilitation for over 14 years. I have done home care as well. I enjoy caring and...

Care Member says "Jennifer is a very kind and compassionate woman"

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Teresa P.

Aide /companion

Poughkeepsie, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Personal care
errands
meal prep
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
Hello I have worked with several families over the last few years. (see my reviews). After losing my best friend , my mom who lived with me , I decided to seek this position after leaving my professional career of 30+ years . Having cared for both my elderly parents , and several women over the last few years , I consider...

Care Member says "Took special care of my mom. She is really compassionate and loving. She formed a special relationship. Mom truly liked her. "

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Sherifa B.

Poughkeepsie, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Mobility assistance
dementia
companionship
personal care
Hello, My name is Sherifa I've been a Certifed Nursing Assistant for 20+ yrs. My skills include Excellent personal care, very dependable and reliable. very easy to get along with. Trust worthy. My goal is to make sure that your love one is loved and cared for. Just as I would care for my own family. I will do my job to best of...

Care Member says "Sherifa is very professional . Very kind to my mom. She is in good hands"

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Bernice B.

Poughkeepsie, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Live-in home care
errands
light cleaning
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
I've worked with patients with dementia and Alzheimer's, ALS patients, stroke patients, patients with AFIB, cancer patients, bed bound patients, end of life patients. I also do wound care and companionship as well. Worked with hospice patients for the past 10 years. My patients are very important to me hence I make sure their...

Care Member says "Bernice cared for my husband with terminal cancer for 7 weeks in our home. She was kind and caring, respectful of both of us, and encouraged my husband...

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Senior living communities in Poughkeepsie, NY

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The Landing of Poughkeepsie

251 BOARDMAN RD POUGHKEEPSIE, NY

The Landing of Poughkeepsie, located at 251 Boardman Rd, Poughkeepsie, NY, 12603, offers a range of senior living services. These include: - **Independent Living**: Private apartments with various amenities and services. - **Assisted Living**: Support with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and medication management. -...
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  • 150 senior care providers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $22.97/hr as of March 2026

  • The average star rating for rated senior care providers is 4.7

Recent senior care reviews from local parents in Poughkeepsie, NY

Senior Care Providers in Poughkeepsie, NY are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 80 reviews of the 150 listed senior care providers

Kedie M.

I wholeheartedly and enthusiastically recommend Kedie she is wonderful, caring, compassionate, skilled, sensitive, insightful and a capable...

- Care member

Linda F.

Linda was a huge help to me and my mom and I would recommend her without hesitation. Linda cared for my 93 yr old mom for over a year....

- Bob M.

Cynthina C.

Cynthia (Tina) assisted my mother for about five years in total, from 2017 into 2022. Tina started part-time, a few hours a few times a...

- Sharon O.

Common senior care questions in Poughkeepsie, NY

Senior care in Poughkeepsie, NY refers to a range of services designed to support older adults with daily activities, health needs, and independence. Families often compare caregiver profiles based on experience, services offered, and availability to find the right fit. Many begin by exploring local senior care options to understand what level of support is needed.

Senior care services in Poughkeepsie, NY can range from in-home support to more structured care environments. Common options include companionship, personal care, and help with daily activities, as well as specialized services like memory care or recovery support such as post surgery care. Some families may also explore residential options like assisted living depending on their needs.

The average rate for senior care providers in Poughkeepsie, NY as of March, 2026 is $22.97 per hour. Costs can vary depending on the level of care required, the caregiver’s experience, and the number of hours needed. Many families review factors like scheduling and how to pay for in-home care when planning ongoing support.

Home health aides and certified nursing assistants (CNAs) both support seniors in Poughkeepsie, NY, but their training and responsibilities can differ. Home health aides typically assist with personal care and daily activities, while CNAs may have additional medical training and can provide more hands-on clinical support. Many families compare CNA vs home health aide roles when deciding which type of caregiver is best.

Choosing the right senior caregiver in Poughkeepsie, NY involves evaluating experience, communication style, availability, and how well the caregiver matches your loved one’s needs. Many families interview multiple candidates and ask specific questions about responsibilities and past experience. Reviewing guidance on senior caregiver interview tips and questions to ask references can help inform your decision.

Planning senior care in Poughkeepsie, NY often involves open communication between family members about needs, responsibilities, and long-term goals. These conversations can help align expectations and ensure the right level of care is in place. Many families look for guidance on discussing senior care decisions with family when navigating this process.

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