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60 caregivers are listed in Furlong, PA
The average rate is $48/hr as of November 2024
The average years of experience for caregivers is 3 years
Caregivers in Furlong, PA
Christine F.
Furlong, PA
$48/hr • 3 yrs exp
Flexible, Part-time, Weekend And Overnight Care For Your Loved One.
Hi! I have been doing part-time and overnight caregiving services for over 3 years. I am a professional executive who works primarily from home and an empty nester. Now that I'm not caring for my children on a full-time basis, I thoroughly enjoy spending time with and caring for others in need. I am a companion care giver, not...
Christine can also help with: Transportation, light cleaning, errands, companionship, meal prep
5.0
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have been working in the Home Health Industry for the past 35 years. In addition to being self employed, I worked for Home Instead Senior Care and Bayada earning Certifications in Personal Care, Dementia Care, Infection Control, Transferring and FIrst Aid and Safety. I was also employed by Childway Pediatrics working with...
Joyce can also help with: Dementia, personal care, hospice services, respite care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"I was unable to keep Joyce due to financial strain, but I found her to be very helpful and professional and would hire again in the future if my situation changes. "
Dorothy L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 12 years working with adults and children. My experience with the elderly is as a caregiver /companion. I am CPR certified and have all clearances up to date. Very dependable a non smoker And very caring, nurturing, honest and personable. I am able to drive to appointments and run errands with a perfect driving...
Kerri can also help with: Errands, transportation, meal prep
5.0
"Kerri is very reliable, personable and a true Godsend."
Jinny L.
Michele M.
Doylestown, PA
$35-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Occupational Therapist (25 Yrs) Available For Senior Care
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
MS in Occupational Therapy and I have over 25 yrs of experience working with seniors! I am an Certified Dementia Care Specialist, highly competent and experienced in working with the older population and very passionate what I do! I do carry my own professional liability insurance with 1M-3M coverage. I am licensed to practice...
Michele can also help with: Dementia, personal care, home modification, respite care
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"Michele was hired by my family to care for my elderly mother who fell and had a broken hip. Her background in Occupational Therapy was priceless and she answered all of our questions and put us all at ease immediately. Mom recovered and did so with Michele's...
Carole S.
5.0
(1)
I have been aiding in the care of the elderly for 15 including private duty and with a company . I will give the greatest care and love to my client . I am compassionate and patient . I also have my cosmetologist license and would be able to cut and style your hair and color your hair if this apples to for an additional charge ....
Nancy can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, meal prep, dementia, live-in home care, personal care & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Nancy treated my sister and my aunt like they were family. She shows a genuine concern for both of them and always took care of their needs.
The situation at my sisters house can be very challenging. Nancy was always kind, always patient and always willing to do...
Tom M.
Brie P.
Willow Grove, PA
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experience/Mature Medical Caregiver-over 30 Plus Years Of Hospital/Cardiac/Resp//Medical
5.0
(21)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have over 30 yrs experience in the hospital/medical field. I've made many critical decisions on my own due to my excellent knowledge & medical background & working night shift. I have worked on every age patient,& almost every disease. I've worked in the ER, peds, resp cardiac & all critical care units. I recently took care of...
Brie can also help with: Respite care, hospice services, dementia, home modification, personal care
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"Brie went above and beyond for our family. She was the primary caregiver for us for 2 years. Medications, schedules, food, helping hire additional caregivers, doctors visits, hygiene, and more. Brie handled it all and made sure our grandmother was well taken care...
Care member
5.0
(10)
Need a friend to help you clean, food shop or drive to a doctors appointment? Or if you just want to talk or play cards. I can help you. Elderly Caregiver available.
Renee can also help with: Personal care, home modification, respite care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Renee helped take care of my mom the day of my wedding and did a phenomenal job. She arrived early and made sure my mom was taken care of all day and night and really helped make the day special. She went above and beyond and we would highly recommend her!"
Christian W.
5.0
(1)
I cared for my mother for three years in my home after she had an accident and could no longer live independently. I am familiar with the difficulties that face seniors and the genuine heartache that comes with the loss of independence, through no fault of their own. I know that the isolation that sometimes occurs when you can...
Diane can also help with: Companionship, errands, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, personal care & more
5.0
"Diane was my mother's caretaker for nine years; she was absolutely amazing in every way. She is incredibly trustworthy and committed. She never missed a day and truly prioritized my mother's care at all times. Diane is innately kind and patient which make her an...
Amy L.
5.0
(11)
Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood
I am married with two adult children. I worked for Wesley Enhanced Living as a Personal Care Aide / Med Tech and also one on one house care and really enjoy it. I am trained in dementia, diabetes, medicine passing, CPR and care-giving. I have a wonderful record at Wesley and loved my residents but looking to do more one on one...
Monique can also help with: Meal prep, errands, personal care, companionship, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Monique is an Angel for my Dad. She goes out of her way to do thoughtful things for him, like buy him a cheese steak, his favorite thing, or bring him his favorite fruits! She helps me navigate his care with the nursing staff, so important! She gets him out of his...
Beth R.
Lori B.
Warminster, PA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
I got my start with care giving working for a senior for 3 years and I absolutely loved it! She was 92 years old and wheel chair bound. After caring for her, I started caring for a beautiful woman who is 62 years young and had a stroke and her left side is compromised and she is also in a wheelchair. I worked with her for 3. 5...
Lori can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, companionship, errands, light cleaning, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Very consciousness and willing to help out with anything my mother needed her to do. Not only did she take very good care of my mom, she made it easy on my family by taking care of household chores. "
Care member
4.8
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
In 2001 started to work in assisted living facility. Fell in love with seniors care. Except facility worked for several home care agencies. In 2007 obtained CNA license. Until the end of 2016 worked full time in nursing homes and part time for agencies. In the beginning of 2017 went back to assisted living facility. I'm retired...
Margaret can also help with: Personal care, home modification, hospice services, respite care, live-in home care, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Margaret did a wonderful job taking care of Mom while she could. She was caring and dependable. Highly recommend."
Rin C.
3.7
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I am seeking employment as a caregiver.
I am a non smoker and have my own transportation. I am caring and responsible. I am willing to provide companionship, light housekeeping and cooking, errands and appointments. I am vaccinated against Covid 19. II enjoy helping people and take pride in my work.
Jeanette can also help with: Companionship
5.0
"Wonderful attitude and caring, compassionate person! A++"
Jeffrey S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I've taken care of some amazing men and women! Some have needed full hands on assistance for their daily living activities such as showering, wound dressings, and medication administration. Others have just needed a helping hand and someone to converse with while helping around the house. I have helped cook meals and clean when...
Devon can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"She is a wonderful, bubbly person to be around, excellent in her care-giving skills, 100% focused on who she is caring for. I would be more than happy to hire her again if our schedules aligned."
Ellen S.
5.0
(1)
I have cared for a woman who had a stroke for a few years. I have also cared for a woman who had Alzheimer/dementia for a couple of years. Also someone who has severe back, issues, and an autoimmune disorder. I provided medication management, prepared light meals.. laundry, companionship, went for walks. light housekeeping,...
Sharon can also help with: Personal care
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Sharon has cared for my Mom for over two years since her passing. My Mom suffered from a stroke and needed care. Sharon provided companionship, medicine management, meal prep, errands, and light house keeping, in addition to shopping and occasional doctor visits....
Steve C.
5.0
(3)
I have been watching the elderly for 10 years. I love taking care of them, preparing meals, doing wash, personal care, whatever their needs are. I started care giving for an 88-year-old gentleman with dementia who also walks with a walker and is very frail. I prepared him his meals, medication management, light housekeeping. The...
Maryellen can also help with: Personal care, companionship, home modification, dementia
5.0
"Maryellen was very caring. She worked very well with my dad with dementia and understood his personality, capabilities and needs. I could rely on her and she was flexible to help me out in emergency situations."
Joan M.
5.0
(1)
First I would like to introduce myself my name is Aimee. I am a Licensed/Certified Nursing Assistant with 13 years experience. I have worked at hospitals, nursing homes, doctors offices, and many private duty cases. I have experience caring for the elderly who have had strokes, surgeries, cancer, dementia, dialysis, diabetics,...
Aimee can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, dementia, errands, hospice services, home modification & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Aimee was my mother's caregiver for a year until she passed. Aimee always took initiative to solve any obstacles that occurred and brought them to my attention. She was defiantly my eyes and ears when I couldn't be present. Aimee is very compassionate about her...
Jocelyn M.
Shirley R.
Warminster, PA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Shirley R
20 yrs exp.
Hello there,
I have over 20 plus years working with Seniors. The reason I love working for Seniors is because it's my way of giving back to society. I'm dependable, hard working and honest and I treat people with dignity and respect. I'll take care of them like I would my own family. I'm available Monday to...
Shirley can also help with: Home modification, respite care, personal care, hospice services, dementia
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Shirley is a kind and caring person. During my fathers illness she was an important part of our nursing rotation. She was always available for last minute care needs and went above and beyond for our father and our family."
christine S.
5.0
(16)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
I've returned to Care after being fortunate enough to have long term clients who have passed or entered LTC. I've cared for a woman with Alzheimer's for 2 yrs until her passing. I cared for a 90 yr old woman with dementia and a 77 yr old woman with dementia and colon cancer. I'm naturally drawn to elder care, my grandmother...
Michele can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care, errands, dementia, meal prep, companionship & more
5.0
"Michele has cared for my 91 y.o. mother for the last 2 1/2 years until she recently entered an Assisted Living community. Michele is skilled in caring for elderly people. She is very patient and kind. She was beyond helpful to me in going above and beyond by taking...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Karen and I currently live in Hatboro, PA. My education includes a Bachelor of Business Admin. from Temple University and Associate of Science from Harcum College. I began my career with the Department of Defense after graduating from Temple. I was volunteering within the community assisting seniors, which...
Karen can also help with: Errands, companionship, dementia, light cleaning, mobility assistance, meal prep & more
5.0
"Karen is currently helping me care for my 91 year old mom on hospice with some dementia. Karen is nothing short of amazing! She is kind, caring, smart and empathetic of her patients needs, both physical and emotional. She is always on time. Karen is dependable and...
Kevin D.
I love helping and taking care of people. I am a great helper and very passionate. I am very caring and can a great helper.
Jessica can also help with: Respite care, dementia, visiting physician, personal care
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Recent caregiver reviews in Furlong, PA
Joyce S.
5.0
She is always a professional, caring, and reliable caregiver to work with.I highly recommend her.
- Care member
Kerri T.
5.0
Kerri is very reliable, personable and a true Godsend.
- Jinny L.
Michele M.
5.0
Michele was an exceptional caregiver to say the least when she came 4 days/week to tend to my fathers morning care and afternoon lunch. She had so many great ideas to help my dad and always showed up on time and with a smile on her face. I would hire her again in a heartbeat
- Mary J.
Nancy T.
5.0
Nancy treated my sister and my aunt like they were family. She shows a genuine concern for both of them and always took care of their needs.
The situation at my sisters house can be very challenging. Nancy was always kind, always patient and always willing to do what was needed.
My Aunt usually...
- Tom M.
Brie P.
5.0
Brie went above and beyond for our family. She was the primary caregiver for us for 2 years. Medications, schedules, food, helping hire additional caregivers, doctors visits, hygiene, and more. Brie handled it all and made sure our grandmother was well taken care of and happy and does a lot of extra...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Furlong, PA
What caregiver services can I find near me in Furlong, PA?
Most private senior caregiver services in Furlong, 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 Furlong.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Furlong, PA in 2024?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Furlong, PA on Care.com as of November, 2024 is $48.00 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 Furlong, PA?
There are currently 1 caregivers in Furlong, PA on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Furlong, 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 Furlong before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Furlong, PA background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Furlong, 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.