Music
A familiar song that brings back a memory.
Private, one-on-one care
Helping you—or someone you love—live with greater quality of life.
Thoughtful non-medical caregiving that protects dignity, supports independence, and makes room for meaningful daily living.
Serving Worcester and surrounding communities.
A different measure of care
Quality of life is often found in life’s smallest moments.
Comfort
Coffee, conversation, and an unhurried morning.
Movement
A walk, fresh air, and encouragement to keep going.
Purpose
Routines and activities that still feel meaningful.
Connection
Feeling heard, seen, valued, and not alone.
Person-first care
There is a person before there is a patient.
Care should protect more than safety. It should protect identity, familiar routines, choice, laughter, and the parts of life that still matter most.
At Care by Claude, support begins by getting to know the individual—not by handing the family a template.
Why private care feels different →
How I Can Help
Support shaped around the person—not a checklist.
Every situation is different. We can build support around what would make daily life safer, calmer, more independent, and more meaningful.
Personal Care
Respectful support with daily routines while protecting comfort, dignity, privacy, and choice.
Companion Care
Conversation, laughter, walks, games, outings, quiet presence, and reasons to look forward to the day.
Memory Care Support
Patient reassurance, familiar routines, and meaningful connection centered on the individual.
Recovery Support
Dependable non-medical help after surgery, illness, hospitalization, or during rehabilitation.
Transportation & Outings
Appointments, church, errands, lunch with friends, and the places that keep someone connected to life.
Meals & Daily Routines
Simple, comforting meals and practical support that makes the day feel easier and more familiar.
Family Respite
Dependable presence so family caregivers can rest, work, attend appointments, or simply breathe.
Meaningful Activities
Music, reading, conversation, games, movement, and interests that help preserve joy and identity.
Why Private Care Feels Different
One familiar caregiver. One trusted relationship.
Familiarity can make routines feel easier and each visit feel more comfortable.
Care can adapt to the person’s preferences, pace, personality, and changing needs.
Trust has room to grow naturally through conversation, reliability, and shared moments.
Families have one person who knows the details, notices changes, and understands what matters.
Peace of mind
Families deserve to know who they’re inviting into their home.
Inviting a caregiver into your home requires trust. I take that responsibility seriously and work to earn confidence through professional preparation, reliability, transparency, and respectful care.
- ✓ICORI / CORI Background Check Cleared
- ✓Certified Nursing Assistant
- ✓American Red Cross BLS / CPR Certified
- ✓Nearly Sixteen Years of Caregiving Experience
- ✓English, Portuguese, and Spanish
- ✓References Available Upon Request
Hi, I’m Claude.
Nearly sixteen years of care, one relationship at a time.
I believe great caregiving is not measured only by tasks completed. It is also measured by trust, conversation, independence, purpose, and the moments that make someone feel like themselves.
When someone invites me into their home, I never forget what an honor that is. Trust is not something I expect. It is something I work to earn—every visit, every conversation, every day.
“My goal is to offer not only dependable support, but a relationship that makes daily life feel safer, calmer, and more meaningful.”
A simple first step
You do not have to know exactly where to begin.
Sometimes the first step is not hiring a caregiver. Sometimes it is simply having the right conversation.
Whether you are planning ahead, preparing for surgery, adjusting to a new diagnosis, noticing memory changes, or feeling overwhelmed by care decisions, we can talk through what is happening and what might help.
No pressure. No obligation. Just an honest conversation.
Schedule a ConversationWhat families often ask
Helpful answers before you reach out.
What does private caregiving include?
Support can include personal care, companionship, meal preparation, transportation, memory support, meaningful activities, recovery support, respite for family caregivers, and help with everyday routines. Care is non-medical and shaped around the individual.
Can we meet before making a decision?
Yes. A conversation or introductory meeting gives everyone a chance to talk through needs, expectations, routines, and whether the relationship feels right.
Are you background checked and certified?
Yes. I am ICORI / CORI background check cleared, a Certified Nursing Assistant, and American Red Cross BLS / CPR certified. References are available upon request.
What areas do you serve?
Care by Claude is based in Worcester, Massachusetts and serves surrounding communities. Reach out with your location so we can discuss availability.
What if we are not sure what kind of help is needed?
That is completely okay. Many families begin with questions rather than a plan. We can talk through what is happening and identify the kind of support that may make daily life easier.
A note from Claude
To every family visiting this website: I know choosing someone to provide care is an important and deeply personal decision. If we have the opportunity to meet, I hope you find not only an experienced caregiver, but someone who truly cares about helping people live with dignity, purpose, connection, and joy.
— Claude
Let’s begin with a conversation
I would be honored to listen.
Tell me a little about your situation, your questions, and the kind of support that might make life easier.