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60 caregivers are listed in Athens, GA

The average posted rate is $17/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby caregivers is 6 years

Caregivers in Athens, GA

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Michelle G.


Athens, GA

$19-24/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

4.5

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have experienced taking care elderly people been doing this for 13 years I have good references lots of patience with them taking care theirs needs
Michelle can also help with: Live-in home care, errands, meal prep, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"I have worked with Michelle with 2 seniors. She has a work ethic second to none! She is ALWAYS on time, if not early. She is extremely dependable, loyal, HONEST and truly cares for those in her charge. Any family would be lucky to have her care for their loved...

Patricia G.

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Alexis G.


Athens, GA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi I'm Alexis a 32-year-old female. I've been doing this line of work for a few years now. I am a CNA and a CMA( certified medication aide.) I have been at my current job for 7 years as a supervisor of the Cna's. Also work PRN at Piedmont Hospital in Monroe. Before that I was a patient care technician at Highland Hills of St....
Alexis can also help with: Personal care, errands, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

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Deborah G.


Athens, GA

$15/hr

Senior Caregiver/ Companion Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a retired social worker/counselor. My experience includes caring for my terminally ill mother and another elderly relative in the past. Recently I've had the opportunity to assist a senior during recovery from shoulder surgery. I especially enjoy providing companionship and encouragement to those I assist.
Deborah can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, personal care, meal prep, errands, companionship & more
5.0
"I am my 90 year old mother's caretaker. Deborah has cared for her on several occasions when I needed 4-5 hours away. My mother has really taken to her. Deborah loves to engage with her and listen to her never ending stories. Deborah is also a wonderful artist...

Kelly S.

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Whitney M.


Athens, GA

$26/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a Certified Nursing Assistant with 20 years of experience. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I have experience in all health care settings such as nursing home, hospital, hospice, dementia & Alzheimer's care, and home health care. I've had a few private clients of my own in which I have ventured out on. I am currently...
Whitney can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, errands, hospice services, companionship & more
Skills:

CNA

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

5.0
"Whitney is wonderful and caring person. We felt Mom was in good hands with her. Dependable and flexible in regards of schedules. We recommend Whitney!"

Monica A.

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Geralyn B.


Athens, GA

$27/hr8 yrs exp

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I first realized that care giving was my calling when I went to visit my grandmother and aunt who, . Over the phone, things seemed well. But, when I arrived, I found things were not what they seemed. Before I knew it, I was making medical appointments, transporting, bathing, dressing, cooking, cleaning, med reminding, shopping,...
Geralyn can also help with: Personal care, dementia, respite care, hospice services
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CNA

5.0
"Geralyn is a very loving and caring person. She cared for my mother while sick and did a great job."

David H.

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Lisa B.


Athens, GA

$18-26/hr10 yrs exp

Empathetic, Caring And Trustworthy Care Giver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

10 years as an experienced caregiver working with seniors. CPR and BLS certified. Certified Clinical Medical Assistant by the National Healthcare Institute. Experience with dementia, Parkinson disease, bed bound patients, diabetes and various other chronic health problems. Experienced with medication management, bathing,...
Lisa can also help with: Errands, mobility assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Prompt. Very helpful. I enjoyed working with Lisa. "

William C.

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Sharon H.


Athens, GA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My mother passed in December 2020 from Alzheimer's, it was around 9 years from the first signs of it and I learned in that time, how to be a caregiver, I learned patience when she couldn't remember, and to agree with her on mistaken facts to keep from upsetting her, roles flipped and I now had to wash and bathe my mom, I learned...
Sharon can also help with: Errands, personal care, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, companionship & more
5.0
"Sharon was very caring & compassionate. She treated my MIL with great respect. "

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Imani H.


Athens, GA

$25-50/hr4 yrs exp

Reliable & Professional Caregiver

My name is Imani & I am a compassionate caregiver of 4 years that has helped clients with dementia, cancer, diabetes, high blood pressure, etc. Caregiving has been my passion ever since I cared for my grandmother who passed away from thyroid cancer. I possess certification in First Aid techniques & CPR. I keep all of my...
Imani can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, errands, transportation, light cleaning
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Abibata E.


Athens, GA

< $10/hr2 yrs exp

Caregiver/CNA

Experience caregiver. I enjoy working with seniors and helping them with activities of daily living. Provide quality care and assistance to residents in accordance with resident rights. Am a certified Nursing Assistant.
Abibata can also help with: Personal care, transportation, light cleaning, companionship
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

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Brooke A.


Athens, GA

$20-50/hr20 yrs exp

Caregiver/RN

I am a experienced registered nurse with a BSN degree and have over 20 years of experience and well versed in all aspects of nursing care. I have experience in hospice, dialysis, dementia, critical care and wound care. I also hold certifications as a CFRN and CCRN. I have been a baylor nurse (weekend nurse) for the last 20...
Brooke can also help with: Errands, dementia, companionship, mobility assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
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Teresa H.


Athens, GA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

Assist elderly with Adl's making sure they are happy, light housekeeping, assist with medication, run errands, meal prep, and Dr. appointments. Experience with Alzheimer's and Dementia.
Teresa can also help with: Errands, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, mobility assistance & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

Wound Care

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Karolyne V.


Athens, GA

$10-25/hr3 yrs exp

Caregiver

I have two years of experience caring for elders as a home aide, and at nursing homes, I love working as a CNA and be able to make a difference in this world helping others as I would like them to treat me some day.
Karolyne can also help with: Visiting nurse, personal care, dementia
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

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Alexandra P.


Athens, GA

$10/hr5 yrs exp

Problem Solving. In Addition To Empathy, The Caregiver Must Know How To Act In Each Situation Honest

Be careful. The caregiver attends to the needs of the person they care for. Help with basic needs. ... Company. ... Cleaning service. ... Medication. ... Establish a care plan. ... Prepare the meals. ... Mobility. Be empathetic and understanding, able to listen actively and provide emotional support. To have...
Alexandra can also help with: Errands, transportation, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Melissa H.


Athens, GA

$8-13/hr8 yrs exp

Senior Caregiver/Companion

I took care of two of my elderly family members prior to and after they moved in with my family. I have managed medications, medical appointments and health issues and information. I have also worked with other older people who need assistance in certain areas. Including companionship, housekeeping, meal preparation, routine...
Melissa can also help with: Meal prep, live-in home care, dementia, hospice services, errands, light cleaning & more
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Ashley D.


Athens, GA

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available

I am interested in helping to take care of your loved one. I am patient, kind, loyal, honest and reliable. I have always been a people person who likes to help others. I am CPR and first aid certified and have experience with administering medication and logging and tracking dosages.
Ashley can also help with: Respite care, hospice services, personal care, dementia
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Nikita M.


Athens, GA

$18-32/hr8 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver (PCA) Part Time Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Hello, my name is Nikita I am an CNA/PCA in the state of Georgia & I specialize in dementia care. I can assist my clients with toileting, dressing, medicine management, transfers, cooking, ambulation, and so much more. I am also CPR and first aid certified so I can assure the best care possible. I became interested in this type...
Nikita can also help with: Meal prep, mobility assistance, personal care, dementia
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

CNA

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Candace G.


Athens, GA

$19-30/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate And Dedicated Caregiver

I'd describe my personality as caring, understanding, and compassionate I like caring for seniors because they have worked so hard to make a life and care for their loved ones, so it's their time for someone to make sure they are cared for doing the things they are no longer able to do. I'm looking for a job that is able to...
Candace can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, home modification, errands, transportation, mobility assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

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Leslie A.


Athens, GA

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Part-Time And/Or Full-Time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am interested in working with the elderly because I have a great love for them. I've always been surrounded by elders with needs. My mother, adopted parents, and my in-laws have an average age of 84 years. They need a lot of assistance with their daily life activities. My experience assisting those I love has motivated me to...
Leslie can also help with: Errands, dementia, light cleaning, transportation, meal prep, personal care & more
Skills:

CNA

I am a caring and nurturing caregiver who strives to provide the best care I can possibly give. I am patient and attentive.
Josie can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, meal prep
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Jessica D.


Athens, GA

$18/hr1 yrs exp

Compassionate, Open-minded, And Patient Person Seeks The Chance To Care For You And Your Loved One.

I'd describe my personality as compassionate, patient, and open minded. I like caring for seniors because I love learning new things and meeting new people with varied backgrounds. Seniors have so much knowledge they can impart to a younger person. My own grandparents have passed away and I find comfort in giving care to those...
Jessica can also help with: Transportation, light cleaning, respite care, errands, home modification, meal prep & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Recent caregiver reviews in Athens, GA

Michelle G.

5.0

She's great! We had her for my grandmother and she was amazing. she loved her, always on time, always nice.

- Morgan H.

Deborah G.

5.0

I am my 90 year old mother's caretaker. Deborah has cared for her on several occasions when I needed 4-5 hours away. My mother has really taken to her. Deborah loves to engage with her and listen to her never ending stories. Deborah is also a wonderful artist and engages mom in art activities....

- Kelly S.

Whitney M.

5.0

Whitney provided care for my father for 10 months. She was wonderful to my father and mother as my father's dementia grew worse. She was always dependable and professional. I would highly recommend Whitney to everyone. We were blessed that we found her and so thankful for all of her help.

- Lauren M.

Geralyn B.

5.0

I met Geralyn when she joined us last year to care for our mutual client. Our client suffers from dementia and needs 24 hour assistance to help him live safely in his own home. Geralyn quickly became a dependable team member who approached her tasks with good sense, flexibility, and cheerfulness....

- Mary R.

Lisa B.

5.0

We love Lisa! She goes above and beyond! She is fantastic with my mom that has Dementia. Lisa has become family, I highly recommend her!

- Joy F.

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Average Rating4.7 / 5

Caregivers in Athens, GA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 36 reviews of the 60 listed caregivers.