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Blalund W.


Amherst, VA

$20/hr4 yrs exp

Full-time Caregiver

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Warm, loving, and caring. Eager to provide comfort and safety in clients round the clock. I am extremely capable and compassionate Caregiver with extensive experience in child, elderly, and disabled care giving. Hard-working and honest individual who is able to take initiative and exceed the expectations of employer by following...
Blalund can also help with: Dementia, personal care
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Home Health Aide

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David T.


Shipman, VA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have over 15 years experience with male and female clients. I have experience with Alzheimer's patients, cancer patients, spinal Inquiries and mobility issues, wound care, bathing, cooking, cleaning, medication assistance and run errands. Provide transportation to from appointments. First Aid and CPR trained. Have also...
David can also help with: Hospice services, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:

Wound Care

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Trustworthy and compassionate, David consistently went above and beyond to provide outstanding care to my parents. He’s extremely knowledgeable about the aging process, including cognitive decline, and had great creative solutions to problems big and small. "

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Christie S.


Buena Vista, VA

$18-22/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate, Capable. Creative & Dependable Caregiver

I have over 10 years' of experience working with the geriatric population, specifically those with Alzheimers/dementia & other physical/mental disabilities. My first training was through Americare Plus In-Home Services as a Personal Caregiving Assistant. In addition, I have also worked as a Family Development Specialist at Buena...
Christie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, respite care, personal care, dementia, errands & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Christie goes above and beyond with her charge. She is very compassionate and gives 100%. Her creativity, patience and kindness created a wonderful atmosphere for my Mom. "

Rita R.

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Delores G.


Madison Heights, VA

$17/hr9 yrs exp

a senior caregiver /companion

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Ive been caregiver for 12 years now. Im fully vaccinated for Covid! Ive gt experience with hoyer lift. Currently I have couple clients but have availability open especially daytime im available Mon thru Wed as early as 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. .. Please reach out if your in need of a loving caregiver for your loved one! Check out my...
Delores can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, mobility assistance, meal prep, companionship, dementia & more
5.0
"Our family would like to thank Delores for caring for our Mother. She is dependable, kind, giving and a very good cook. She works hard as our Mothers home was well kept. Delores was attentive and was a great team player. She is truly a genuine caregiver. Also,...

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Brian W.


Nellysford, VA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

A Caring Environment

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I moved my Mom from Denver into my home for 6 months. No one knew was happening to her and after multiple falls backwards the Neurology Team at Martha Jefferson Hospital diagnosed her with Progressive Supra Nuclear Palsy. They said she should never return home and she was moved into a healthcare center. After loving care from...
Brian can also help with: Respite care, dementia, personal care
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Esther V.


Lynchburg, VA

$13-17/hr3 yrs exp

I am a recent Liberty University graduate with my bachelors of science in Nursing. I was a certified nurse aide (CNA) with 2+ years of experience. I am currently a registered nurse (RN) at Lynchburg General Hospital. I have completed over 500 clinical hours with direct hands-on experience in 4 different hospitals across the...
Esther can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, respite care, personal care, dementia, errands & more
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CNA

Hello! I'm a college student looking for a caregiver job! I have experience taking care of my grandparents but other than that I'm a hardworking, caring, kind, and loving person who would love to help you out. Super flexible schedule and looking to get caregiving experience! Don't hesitate to reach out
Juniper can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, respite care, meal prep, dementia, errands & more
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Amanda S.


Lovingston, VA

$25-50/hr

Former Teacher Looking For Opportunities To Help Others, senior caregiver

Hello! I would love to be able to take care of your loved one. I have a reliable car, am responsible, love conversation, enjoy cleaning and am a pretty good cook! I look forward to hearing from you.
Amanda can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, errands, light cleaning
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James J.


Lynchburg, VA

$13-22/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate Funny Outgoing Caregiver

caring Funny Outgoing I like caring for seniors because I love to help people. l like to give back and I like working with the older generation. I'm looking for a job that I can use my skills and personality to help people. I started caring for seniors when I was 20 years old. In my spare time, I like to read, sing...
James can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, personal care, mobility assistance, dementia, errands & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

Home Health Aide

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Elizabeth A.


Lynchburg, VA

$13-23/hr10 yrs exp

I like caring for seniors because they have been caring for others the majority of their lives, and now they need help from us. They deserve the opportunity to remain as independent as they can, as long as they can. I started caring for seniors when I was 14 years old. I was a caregiver to my great-grandmother and to my...
Elizabeth can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, personal care, mobility assistance, dementia, home modification & more
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Lisa E.


Madison Heights, VA

$13-17/hr10 yrs exp

I Have 29 Years Of Working With Senior Care In Various Positions

I have worked with seniors in care giving, medication, meal assistance, hygiene and mobility assistance as well.
Lisa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, transportation, respite care, dementia, errands & more
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Kaitlyn W.


Madison Heights, VA

$36/hr8 yrs exp

A Little About Me!

I'm 25, live in Madison heights! I'm dedicated and compassionate in-home caregiver with a deep passion for helping others live their best lives. With 8 years of experience providing personalized care and support to individuals in need, I am committed to going above and beyond to ensure the physical, emotional, and mental...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning

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Recent caregiver reviews in Amherst, VA

David T.

5.0

Trustworthy and compassionate, David consistently went above and beyond to provide outstanding care to my parents. He’s extremely knowledgeable about the aging process, including cognitive decline, and had great creative solutions to problems big and small.

- Care member

Christie S.

5.0

Christie goes above and beyond with her charge. She is very compassionate and gives 100%. Her creativity, patience and kindness created a wonderful atmosphere for my Mom.

- Rita R.

Delores G.

5.0

Our family would like to thank Delores for caring for our Mother. She is dependable, kind, giving and a very good cook. She works hard as our Mothers home was well kept. Delores was attentive and was a great team player. She is truly a genuine caregiver. Also, the last Christmas she worked for...

- Care member

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