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I have work experience caring for adult and elderly people as a nursing assistant in a hospital setting, but would welcome the opportunity to implement these caregiving skills in a home setting! I have experience with disabled, memory care, and palliative patients. I always treat my patients with utmost respect and kindness,...
Leah can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, transportation, errands, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
I have recently gone through a certified nursing assistant course and found that I am passionate about making seniors feel like important parts of their community and our society. I have clinical experience at an assisted living place where I cared for residents with dementia, Alzheimer's, post-stroke, etc. I am familiar with...
Jayne can also help with: Dementia, companionship, personal care, live-in home care
Skills:
CNA
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is LaDonna. I'm an In home caregiver with 25 plus years experience. Specializing in Elderly care, Hospice, and Palative care. Also Alzheimer's and Dementia. I have experience with Feeding tubes and pumps, all types of urinary catheter, and Colostomy care. I know how important it is for you to find someone who is...
Ladonna can also help with: Hospice services, errands, meal prep, dementia, personal care, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Ladonna cared for my mother for a month in the fall of 2021, before my mother moved in with family. From my mother's perspective, it was the best month she'd had in years, and I totally agree! Ladonna is very kind and caring, and also very hardworking. She is...
Eloise C.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Retired nurse. 38 years experience. Previously employed by the Veterans Administration in Salem Va. Since retiring in 2016 I have been employed as a caregiver in a private home setting. This position has ended and I am now seeking a similar position. CPR, BLS and First Aid certified.
Janet can also help with: Personal care, mobility assistance, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
5.0
"She is a kind, hardworking lady, who wants the best care for whom she takes care of. She was hired full time and has stayed with my mom 5+ years. We would even call each other sis. Yes I would recommend her."
Wanda P.
I'm an easygoing, compassionate person. I've worked with families and community members for years as a caregiver and teacher. I'm currently a stay at home mom, looking for part-time work. I'm able to help with basic care needs, household needs, and companionship. I like talking, walking, being outside, reading, and gardening.
Amy can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, respite care, dementia, meal prep, errands & more
Patty B.
Christiansburg, VA
$32/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm an out going person. Never have meet a stranger. Ive always loved helping others.
I like caring for seniors because I've always had a soft spot for seniors. I've taken care of quite a few. I also took care of my own Mother.
I'm looking for a job that I can help a Senior that needs caring for and I know it's hard for a...
Patty can also help with: Meal prep, home modification, light cleaning
I have volunteered many times working with patients. I have assisted with fine motor skills, feeding, and companionship. I love helping others and seeing them smile!
Sara can also help with: Transportation, visiting physician, errands, light cleaning, meal prep
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I like caring for seniors because I took care of my dad, as well as my grandfather. I was always taught to take care of the ones who took care of me. Giving back to the older generation is something that you don't see much nowadays. I've enjoyed each & every person I've cared for. I've learned so much & continue to learn more....
Jaime can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, companionship, errands, light cleaning, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
I have 4 years experience, also with dementia
Love working with seniors, so they are able to stay in their house
I am available for days, evenings, weekends, or overnight. can provide references
Tina L can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, live-in home care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
I am a 34-year-old mother of 4. I have a little over 5 years of experience in geriatric care, being employed as a Certified Nurse Aide, medication aide, restoration aide, and home care. I have worked in an assisted living, a short-term/long-term care facility (that also hosted rehabilitation services in-house on the daily), and...
Monica can also help with: Hospice services, live-in home care, meal prep, dementia, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
(1)
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with personal care and transportation services. I would love to meet with you and discuss caring for your loved one. Also I have had the Covid vaccine.
Lori can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, errands, dementia, personal care, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"She's is a very independent, caring, loving, helpful person."
Laura H.
5.0
(2)
I have worked with seniors in the retirement field for 21+ years, including roles as activity/ life enrichment coordinator. I am a cheerful, upbeat person who likes to laugh. I am happy to assist with Meal prep, shopping, med reminders, assist with dressing/ light housekeeping/ laundry, pet friendly: I enjoy and encourage...
Marycatherine can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, errands, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"We were so pleased with the care we received!! Marycatherine was amazing with my dad who has Alzheimer’s -so compassionate and sweet with him while she did everything he needed! She helped my mom too and was just the companion she needed when she was not helping my...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Have done it all. 30 +years of caring for the elderly! Will run errands, take client to and from doctors appts., afternoon rides and companionship! Medication management... certified. requested compensation is at least 15 per hour. I am available Monday thru Friday and every other weekend... updated 5/30/23
Angela can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, dementia, mobility assistance, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Angela is professional and delightful. She handled all things well and was a joy to have around. She is everything you want in a care giver!"
Mark S.
5.0
(1)
I have over 18 years senior care experience in personal care giving and 15+ in medical field. I am CPR certified . Currently pursuing Medical Assistant Certification. I've been an Ordained Minister for 25 years so I do well with all people groups. I prefer women clients to work with when it calls for personal care and hygiene. I...
Cheri can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, companionship, live-in home care, errands, light cleaning & more
5.0
"she is a very responsible, fun, loving and caring person. we have traveled to Kenya on mission trips several times, also done several women's conferences together. she loves ministering to people. she handles all of our fund so I know she is very trustworthy."
Sherry L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have experience with Alzheimer's, Dementia, and ADLs. I have 20 years experience in various medical settings, I have worked in physicians' offices, nursing homes and have experience in private sitting. I am CPR certified and have my Certified Nursing Assistant license. I am looking for part time to full time employment to help...
Sherri can also help with: Dementia, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Sherri was a lifesaver to our family . She cared for our elderly father for almost 3 years.full time . I must say he was quite contrary and for her to work for us was a blessing . She was always dependable when others were not and went the extra mile to help us in...
Terri D.
Ginger P.
Radford, VA
$15-17/hr • 10 yrs exp
Personal Caregiver/Companion For Seniors Seeking Part-time Employment
5.0
(1)
I have returned to my primary full time job and am currently unavailable.
I enjoy working with seniors to provide general and basic care and overall safety. I have more than 10 years of in home care experience. I am able to assist with personal hygiene needs, light housekeeping as applies to the client, meal preparation with...
Ginger can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, personal care
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Rhonda S.
Salem, VA
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Available Caregiver Looking For Part Time Work, Also Light Housekeeping, And Meal Prep.,
I have been a caregiver for cancer and dementia patients. I am a Christian, honest and trustworthy. I also do volunteer work at my church FCC, for disabled children.
I have my Bachelor's of Science in Nursing from Jefferson College of Health Sciences. I am currently a Registered Nurse at Lewis Gale. I work on a floor where I deal with a large number of elderly people, and I absolutely love my job. I help with feeding, giving medications, bathing, toileting, etc. I'm very compassionate about...
Katie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, personal care, hospice services, dementia, errands & more
I'm passionate about caring for The elderly, because growing up with my mother I watched her take care of her mother as she was on the dialysis, seeing her care for her the way she did, and open up my heart to see that the love you have for one another should be spread through the world, so when I graduated I became a CNA...
Deborah can also help with: Personal care, dementia
Skills:
CNA
I am down to earth, very loving, and would ensure quality care to your loved one. I have worked with a variety of clients, and am able to fit many different client needs.
Alexis can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, errands, companionship, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
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Recent caregiver reviews in Blacksburg, VA
Ladonna S.
5.0
Ladonna cared for my mother for a month in the fall of 2021, before my mother moved in with family. From my mother's perspective, it was the best month she'd had in years, and I totally agree! Ladonna is very kind and caring, and also very hardworking. She is highly motivated to give the best...
- Eloise C.
Janet H.
5.0
Janet has been an absolute lifesaver for me with the care of my mother for the last 8 months. After the passing of my father, I moved in with my mother to care for her full time. My mother has dementia and taking care of her 24/7 was taking its toll on me. Janet came into our lives and was an...
- Rena W.
Lori B.
5.0
She's is a very independent, caring, loving, helpful person.
- Laura H.
Marycatherine C.
5.0
We were so pleased with the care we received!! Marycatherine was amazing with my dad who has Alzheimer’s -so compassionate and sweet with him while she did everything he needed! She helped my mom too and was just the companion she needed when she was not helping my dad! We highly recommend her! She...
- Care member
Angela M.
5.0
Angela is professional and delightful. She handled all things well and was a joy to have around. She is everything you want in a care giver!
- Mark S.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Blacksburg, VA
What caregiver services can I find near me in Blacksburg, VA?
Most private senior caregiver services in Blacksburg, VA will offer companionship, safety supervision, and assistance with daily activities in the comfort of the person's home. Caregivers can help seniors to move safely around their home, provide social and emotional support, assist with different degrees of personal care (bathing, dressing, or feeding), and help with meal preparations or light housekeeping. They can also help your loved one with medication reminders, and some can even drive them to any errand or doctor appointments around Blacksburg.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Blacksburg, VA in 2024?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Blacksburg, VA on Care.com as of November, 2024 is $16.50 per hour. This cost may fluctuate depending on the type of assistance needed by your senior loved one and the caregiver's experience and certifications.
How do I find private caregivers near me in Blacksburg, VA?
There are currently 2 caregivers in Blacksburg, VA on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Blacksburg, VA or zip code, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options. From there, compare candidates by reading about their experience working with seniors, the type of caregiving services they provide, and their hourly rate. Be sure to run background checks and check references from other families in Blacksburg before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Blacksburg, VA background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Blacksburg, VA on Care.com are asked to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. Senior caregivers who complete this background check will have a badge on their profile displaying the date it was run. While CareCheck is a good start, we strongly recommend that you follow some additional steps for hiring a caregiver for seniors safely, which include interviewing candidates, checking references, and running your own background check. Visit our Safety Center to learn more.