Jonathan Stolfi

Personal Caregiver & Home Support

Compassionate, experienced care for aging parents, loved ones with dementia, heart failure, or serious illness, hospice patients, and anyone who deserves to feel safe, comfortable, and respected at home.

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Dignity First

Every interaction is guided by respect for the individual's comfort, autonomy, and humanity.

About Jonathan

Jonathan Stolfi provides private, one-on-one care for individuals navigating serious illness, dementia, physical decline, and hospice. His EMT background gives him a calm, medically aware presence — and his approach is defined by patience, adaptability, and genuine respect for each person's dignity.

EMT-Trained

Calm, prepared, and medically aware in everyday care and unexpected situations.

Private & Personal

One dedicated caregiver — consistent, familiar, and genuinely invested in your loved one.

Care & Support Services

Tailored personal care and daily-living support — adapted to each individual's needs, schedule, and preferences.

Companionship

Genuine conversation, shared activity, and a steady, reassuring presence that helps ease loneliness and anxiety.

Heart Failure Support

Attentive daily support for individuals managing heart failure — monitoring comfort, maintaining routines, and keeping families informed.

Dementia Support

Patient, structured care for individuals with Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia — reducing confusion and maintaining routine.

Hospice Experience

Compassionate support for individuals in hospice care, with sensitivity to comfort, dignity, and the needs of the whole family.

Respite Care

Reliable, trustworthy relief for family caregivers — giving loved ones a genuine break while ensuring consistent, quality care continues at home.

Personal Care & Bathing

Respectful assistance with bathing, grooming, dressing, and hygiene — always attentive to privacy and individual preferences.

Meal Preparation

Nutritious, thoughtfully prepared meals that account for dietary needs and personal preferences.

Shopping & Errands

Reliable help with grocery runs, pharmacy pickups, and any errands that keep daily life running smoothly.

Transportation & Appointments

Safe, punctual transportation to medical appointments, therapy sessions, and any other scheduled commitments.

Medication Assistance

Organized, attentive support with medication schedules to help ensure doses are not missed or confused.

Physical Therapy Support

Assistance and encouragement with prescribed physical therapy exercises and guided movement programs.

More Than Caregiving

Home & Estate Support

For families managing a parent's home alongside their loved one's care, Jonathan offers something genuinely uncommon: the ability to attend to both with competence and care.

Household & Property Support

  • Interior and exterior home upkeep
  • Grounds and garden maintenance
  • Coordinating home improvement projects
  • Property and estate oversight
  • Conservation and land planning assistance
  • Orchard and fruit tree care
  • Liaison with contractors and vendors

Jonathan managed a historic 1785 property including ~20 acres, 90+ blueberry bushes, fruit trees, and facilitated incorporation of 17 forested acres into federal conservation planning.

Testimonials & Letters of Recommendation

Jonathan's clients and their families have trusted him through some of the most meaningful and difficult seasons of their lives. Each letter below is written in their own words.

Diana Dickins — Family of an 83-year-old client

"Jonathan exceeded all our expectations and became an invaluable asset to our family. Despite my father-in-law's reluctance and skepticism, Jonathan's dedication and gentle approach won his trust. He has never let us down and has become an integral part of our family's support system. Any family would be fortunate to have him."

— Diana Dickins, 405-371-2703

Maryann Ott — Wife of a client with Alzheimer's & terminal brain cancer

"My husband posed a difficult circumstance, requiring judgement, sensitivity, creative problem solving, and compassion. Jonathan embodied all these characteristics. When a crisis occurred, it was Jonathan who provided calm and offered thoughtful solutions. He is easy going, flexible and reliable, but also smart and strategic. Quality caregivers are not easy to find and we felt very lucky to have had Jonathan Stolfi in service to our family."

— Maryann Ott, (203) 676-1845

Kathleen Lemieux — Granddaughter of a client with advanced dementia

"Jonathan's care allowed my grandfather to remain in his home, as per his wishes, at the end of his life. This made my grandfather very happy and Jonathan's help was a blessing to our entire family. He handled caring for a stubborn man with advanced dementia like a compassionate professional — always seeking to make sure my grandfather was comfortable, healthy, safe, and mentally stimulated. I believe he is completely capable of providing exceptional care, both on a physical and emotional level, by maintaining the dignity of his client."

— Kathleen Lemieux, (860) 523-8895

Deborah Bolzan — Daughter of an 83-year-old client

"Jonathan used empathy and patience and established a whole new order at our father's home. As we watched from afar, our father's situation improved dramatically. He was an excellent communicator and always kept us informed every step of the way. We wholeheartedly recommend Jonathan as a skilled and patient caregiver, communicator and organizer. The next family to welcome him is indeed very fortunate."

— Deborah Bolzan

Why Families Trust Jonathan

The families Jonathan has worked with describe someone they felt genuinely comfortable leaving in charge — someone who understood their loved one as an individual, not just a patient.

Patient with Resistance

Jonathan has a particular gift for earning trust with individuals who are initially reluctant to accept help. He knows when to gently persist and when to simply be present — letting comfort and trust develop naturally, at the client's own pace.

Calm in Crisis

His EMT training and temperament make Jonathan a steady, clear-headed presence when situations become difficult or unpredictable. Families describe real confidence knowing he won't panic — he'll respond thoughtfully and keep everyone informed.

Adaptable & Flexible

No two clients are the same, and no two days are either. Jonathan adjusts his approach, his schedule, and his methods to meet the actual needs of each situation — not a rigid set of protocols designed for someone else.

Reliable & Consistent

Families consistently note how much it means to have a caregiver who simply shows up — on time, prepared, and fully present. Jonathan understands that dependability is itself a form of care.

Sensitive & Empathetic

Jonathan pays attention — to how someone is feeling that day, to what is left unsaid, and to when conversation helps versus when quiet companionship is what's needed most.

Strategic Problem-Solver

Whether navigating a complex medication routine, coordinating property repairs, or finding a new way to engage a resistant client, Jonathan brings thoughtfulness and practical intelligence to every challenge.

Experience & Qualifications

Background & Training

Jonathan is EMT-trained, bringing a level of medical awareness and calm, practical responsiveness to his caregiving work that most private aides cannot offer. His hands-on experience spans years of direct, one-on-one caregiving for individuals with a wide range of conditions — from early-stage dementia to late-stage hospice care.

13 years of experience. Former EMT and Chief of Operations, East Granby Ambulance Association.

Areas of Experience

  • EMT training and medical awareness
  • Dementia and Alzheimer's care
  • Hospice and end-of-life support
  • Heart failure and cardiac care support
  • Respite care for family caregivers
  • Physical therapy assistance
  • Personal care, bathing, and hygiene
  • Medication management and scheduling
  • Transportation and medical appointments
  • Meal preparation and dietary support
  • Household and estate management
  • Historic property and land management
  • Care for both male and female clients

Let's Talk About How Jonathan Can Help

If you're searching for dependable, compassionate care for an aging parent, a loved one with dementia, heart failure, or serious illness, someone in hospice or needing respite support, or anyone who could benefit from steady, thoughtful support at home — Jonathan would welcome the opportunity to speak with you.

There's no pressure and no hard pitch. Just an honest conversation about what your family needs and whether Jonathan is the right fit. Reach out by phone or email and Jonathan will respond promptly.

📞 Call or Text

(516) 317-8968

Jonathan is happy to speak by phone or respond to a text message at your convenience.

✉️ Email

Send a message anytime and Jonathan will follow up personally — typically within 24 hours.

📍 Service Area

Jonathan serves clients in the greater New York area. Please inquire directly about availability and geographic coverage for your situation.