HHA/PCA training in NYC

[ladybug09]

Hello everyone. I've recently taken a break from school due to working but plan on enrolling in an LPN-RN bridge program this fall. I wanted the opportunity to work as a home health aide/companion part time while in school so that I could gain valuable experience and I have always loved the laid back one-to-one nature of the job. I've contacted home care agencies and discovered that most offer training for free. Most are offered from 9-5 and last for about a month, which would probably be an issue for me considering that I work during the evenings with my shifts starting at 3pm. Does anyone know of any programs in the lower westchester/nyc region of NY that may offer free hha/pca training on the weekends or even programs that offer it for 2-3 weeks or maybe even on the job training?? Also would anyone know of information on how to obtain grants to help with affording LPN school?? I'm just so excited and obviously anxious to get started on this career after a long delay. Any advice is always appreciated and thanks so much in advance :).