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THOMAS KRAHEL

North Babylon,NY

Summary

Compassionate, reliable, and NYS-certified Home Health Aide with over 20 years of experience in both agency and private caregiving roles. Known for exceptional attention to detail, emotional support, and adaptability to changing care needs. Strong references and testimonials from families who trusted him with their most vulnerable loved ones. Previously worked in corporate roles, bringing professionalism, communication skills, and organization to caregiving.

Overview

55
55
years of professional experience

Work History

Home Health Aide

Visiting Nurse Service & Hospice of Suffolk County
04.2013 - 04.2025
  • Supported homebound clients with daily activities and mobility
  • Provided compassionate end-of-life care to hospice patients
  • Recognized by families for professionalism, reliability, and warmth

Independent Contractor

06.2012 - 04.2013
  • Contracted privately by families in need of full-time or respite care
  • Customized care routines and adapted to specific health conditions (ALS, Parkinson’s, stroke recovery)

Home Health Aide

Interim HealthCare
02.2010 - 06.2012

Home Health Aide

Recco Home Care
12.2009 - 02.2010

Primary Live-in Care for Father-in-law

01.2002 - 01.2009
  • Delivered full-time personal care in a multigenerational household

Major Account Representative

UARCO, Inc.
03.1987 - 08.1996
  • Designed and sold business forms to major hospitals, including North Shore University Hospital

Assistant Treasurer

The Chase Manhattan Bank, N.A.
02.1970 - 01.1982

Education

Bachelor’s Degree -

Brooklyn College
01.1970

NYS Home Health Aide Certification -

Recco Home Care
01.2009

Skills

  • Personal Care
  • Mobility Assistance
  • Transfer Support
  • Range of Motion Exercises
  • Physical Therapy Support
  • Dementia Care
  • ALS Care
  • Meal Preparation
  • Modified Diets
  • Companionship
  • Emotional Support
  • Light Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Client Safety
  • Fall Prevention
  • Case Management
  • Family Communication
  • CPR
  • First Aid

Testimonials

  • Tom is the best caregiver I ever found in over three years of employing aides... exceptionally attentive care for my Dad during the last months of his life., L. Glaves, Smithtown
  • Tom is compassionate with the patience of a saint., A. Frevele, East Northport
  • As my disease [ALS] progressed, Tom adapted his techniques to meet my changing needs., E. Flint, Huntington

Volunteering

Friendly Volunteer – Northport VA Medical Center
2000 – 2015

  • Provided companionship to veterans in the long-term care unit.
  • Helped residents feel engaged, respected, and supported.

Timeline

Home Health Aide

Visiting Nurse Service & Hospice of Suffolk County
04.2013 - 04.2025

Independent Contractor

06.2012 - 04.2013

Home Health Aide

Interim HealthCare
02.2010 - 06.2012

Home Health Aide

Recco Home Care
12.2009 - 02.2010

Primary Live-in Care for Father-in-law

01.2002 - 01.2009

Major Account Representative

UARCO, Inc.
03.1987 - 08.1996

Assistant Treasurer

The Chase Manhattan Bank, N.A.
02.1970 - 01.1982

NYS Home Health Aide Certification -

Recco Home Care

Bachelor’s Degree -

Brooklyn College
THOMAS KRAHEL