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60 caregivers are listed in Columbia, PA
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby caregivers is 6 years
Caregivers in Columbia, PA
I am trained in art and design, but I have a strong, compassionate nature. I have a love of teaching and lifelong learning. I love exploring and sharing my knowledge with humans of all ages. I have taught art and cooking to elementary aged kiddos. I try to push their creativity and thinking skills. I have a strong background in...
Susan can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, dementia, respite care, transportation, meal prep & more
Jaelyn M.
Lancaster, PA
$16-32/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have been working with seniors for the past 3 years and I have really enjoyed it. I first worked at a retirement home and served food to the dementia residents. Now I am a caregiver for an individual who also has dementia. I do everything from cooking and cleaning to helping the individual use the bathroom and getting them...
Jaelyn can also help with: Errands, mobility assistance, dementia, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning & more
Currently I work in a personal care facility and have been doing so for the past five years. I assist residents with their daily activities and make sure they are receiving the best care possible. I also am a certified medtech so I am able to take care of giving them any medications necessary.
Victoria can also help with: Errands, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, live-in home care, meal prep & more
I would love the opportunity to care for your loved one! I value companionship and giving them the care and attention they deserve! I'd love to hear more about what you are looking for and how I can help!
Kacie can also help with: Errands, transportation, meal prep, light cleaning
I have many years of hands on experience with elderly care including bathing, shaving, dressing and companionship. I have been responsible for people suffering with early onset dementia, aphasia, kidney failure, and many other ailments including depression and anxiety disorders. My 1-year-old would need to accompany me while I...
Christina can also help with: Respite care, errands, meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia & more
Hi am Melissa am 18 I have always wanted to make the older generations life easier I have been working as a caregiver for almost a year now and it has been nothing but the best experience I am willing to clean, cook, errands, and some provide assistance with walking/dressing willing to do more if you have any questions please...
Melissa can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, transportation
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
CPR certified, Medication Technician Certified, 5 plus years in working as a caregiver/med tech, specifically for memory care residents.
Preslie can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, hospice services
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
CNA
Alissa L.
Washington Boro, PA
$19-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
My Skills Include: Nannying/Babysitting, Caregiving, Pet Care, And Cleaning.
Hello! My name is Alissa . I am 23 years old and currently working as a long term substitute teacher in an autistic support classroom. I received my bachelor's degree in Social Work from Temple University in May 2022. I also have experience working as a caregiver for Senior Helpers, and I babysat in my teen years. I am looking...
Alissa can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, companionship, light cleaning, errands, mobility assistance & more
Hello all! My name is Maya and I interested in helping care for you or a loved one in any way that I can. I have had the pleasure of caring for many families within the past couple years and I truly love it. My experience included helping with ADLs, meal prep, medication management, dementia care, house keeping, hygiene...
Maya can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, respite care, hospice services & more
Hi, My name is Gina, and I am an excellent caregiver, whether it be for infants, elderly, homebound, or pets. I am a former teacher, foster mom, nanny, and lover of pets.
I am a very caring, loving, sensible, and responsible person who loves working with people, and seeing that their needs are met, and then some! I was a...
Regina can also help with: Meal prep, errands, transportation, light cleaning
I have been fortunate enough to work with a broad range of seniors while working for Country Meadows for over three years. I have helped primarily with cognitive, and physical activities. I also have helped with daily meal preparation, and all around care of a close family friend in his 90's. I enjoy helping people, and have for...
Lori can also help with: Dementia, home modification, live-in home care, personal care, visiting physician
5.0
(9)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My career has included patient care & education, practice mgmt., corporate executive mgmt., medical writing, consulting, Hospice (admissions), Personal & Memory Care (Dir. of Admissions), Oncology (patient education), and much more.
I retired young and have since provided companionship, and personal & household assistance for...
Jill can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, errands, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"We hired Jill in a moment when our mom needed assistance with caretaking for our dad who was having health struggles. I say that Jill is our Mary Poppins. When she came into our lives everything got lighter - my mom’s quality of life improved and our minds as their...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Have worked with special needs individuals for the last 12 years.
Experience with hoyer lift, wheelchair, meal preparation, bathing, transportation and companionship.
Catherine can also help with: Companionship, mobility assistance, personal care, dementia
5.0
"Cathy is wonderful! She took care of our elderly mother, driving her from her assisted living facility to and from an exercise facility. She also helped our mom walk/wheelchair in the facility. She is kind, caring, extremely responsible and energetic!"
Amy L.
I am optimistic, calm, caring, cheerful, encouraging, level-headed, reliable, creative. I've been a helper and caregiver all my life in various capacities, both personally and professionally. I love providing care and support to seniors, adults, children, babies, pets. I have reliable transportation. My skills include personal...
Marjorie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, errands, companionship, hospice services & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Deanna D.
Middletown, PA
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked in a group home style setting for 11+ years. I have cared for individuals with both physical and mental disabilities. I was a group home supervisor for about 8 of those years. I feel that I give good quality care as I would want for my own family member. I am friendly and honest and try to give my l00% work...
Deanna can also help with: Respite care, personal care, dementia, hospice services
5.0
"I just want to mention that we interviewed Deanna. Unfortunately, she was not able to provide the hours we needed due to her loyalty to another family she's working with. We found that to be a very respectable trait. Would definitely have hired her if she was...
Priscilla S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have extensive healthcare background in many fields such as Oncology, Stroke, Geriatric, Diabetic, Mental health also dementia. I have exceptional references that will validate the love, care and companionship I give to my clients. I am willing to provide assistance with personal hygiene, meals, laundry and transportation to...
Shirl can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Shirl is very caring and goes above and beyond for my grandmother. She also does anything to help me as well such as cleaning up, running errands, and bringing my grandmother meals. She relates very well to elderly people and has a great sense of humor. She has...
Jennifer H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
In addition to having a few clients who have now passed on and having volunteered at Landis Homes over the past 10 years as a friendly visitor and hospice care caregiver, I am very comfortable being with seniors and assisting them in anyway I can as a Companion. I've always enjoyed being with seniors and have a good listening...
Ruth can also help with: Transportation, hospice services, light cleaning, errands, companionship, meal prep & more
5.0
"Ruth is incredibly caring and conscientious. She has been with me for almost a year and I don’t know what I’d do without her. She is willing to help in any way she can and always does so with a smile. I highly, highly recommend her in every setting. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Doug. I have experience with the elderly and the disabled. I am currently overseeing the needs of my 80+ year old father, so I am familiar with the demands required for the aging population. I have an athletic build so I can give physical assistance if needed. Living in York, PA I am very familiar with the area and I...
Douglas can also help with: Errands, respite care, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
5.0
"Doug was a kind and caring companion to my 66-year old cousin who has physical and mental disabilities and is confined to a wheelchair. Doug provided transportation and assisted with shopping and errands. He went out of his way to identify outings, such as a...
Susan L.
Sherry L.
Etters, PA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Enjoy Helping Others. Must Add I Work Self Employed. No Taxes And No Worries Of Liability
4.7
(21)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
I started being a caregiver in 2011 with my father in Illinois. Drive him to Dr apt. Worked closely with hospices. 12 yrs I have helped many hospices. I have experience with many different illnesses. I have traveled many miles just to make sure a patient is Ok and I tidy up their homes, laundry and bathe them. I prepare meals....
Sherry can also help with: Dementia, errands, light cleaning, live-in home care, hospice services, companionship & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"We are so grateful for the care and kindness that Sherry provided for our mother. Sherry is professional, knowledgeable, punctual, and dependable!! Sherry became part of our family and demonstrated such kindness to us and our mother. She was always on time,...
Jody H.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have over 20 years experience working with the elderly and disabled. I performed all personal care duties, light housekeeping, errands meal prep. and companionship. I also have over 20 years experience with special needs.
Bernita can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, home modification, respite care, hospice services, personal care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Bernita is just so nice and has a warm personality. She is kind and caring to my mom and completed all the tasks my mom had for her. She did wash and also helped her with bathing. Very nice person."
Lori Y.
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Recent caregiver reviews in Columbia, PA
Jill C.
5.0
We first hired Jill to provide relief to my mom who was caring for my father who had medical challenges. She would assist with getting them "out of the house" and exercising. My mom describes how her quality of life dramatically increased because of Jill. ,As time went on, Jill's role amplified as...
- Michelle F.
Catherine K.
5.0
Cathy is wonderful! She took care of our elderly mother, driving her from her assisted living facility to and from an exercise facility. She also helped our mom walk/wheelchair in the facility. She is kind, caring, extremely responsible and energetic!
- Amy L.
Deanna D.
5.0
I cannot say enough good things about Deanna. She is truly amazing. She is dependable, punctual, trustworthy and caring. She took excellent care of my father. It was so stressful finding someone and being able to trust them. Deanna has really been great for my loved one. Her care has been critical...
- Joie A.
Shirl L.
5.0
Shirl is very caring and attentive! She is energetic and seems to really enjoy connecting with those she is caring for. She spent several days with my mother, and she brought laughter to her day. She was willing to assist in whatever ways my mother needed. I would gladly hire Shirl again if the...
- Rebecca C.
Ruth J.
5.0
Ruth is incredibly caring and conscientious. She has been with me for almost a year and I don’t know what I’d do without her. She is willing to help in any way she can and always does so with a smile. I highly, highly recommend her in every setting.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Columbia, PA
What caregiver services can I find near me in Columbia, PA?
Most private senior caregiver services in Columbia, PA 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 Columbia.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Columbia, PA in 2025?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Columbia, PA on Care.com as of January, 2025 is $19.25 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 Columbia, PA?
There are currently 4 caregivers in Columbia, PA on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Columbia, PA 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 Columbia before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Columbia, PA background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Columbia, PA 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.