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55 caregivers are listed in Gainesville, FL
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby caregivers is 5 years
Caregivers in Gainesville, FL
Hi, I'm Nathan, a native to Florida. I've had the opportunity to travel abroad and do some amazing trip like touch down on a glacier in Alaska and spend time with indigenous tribes in Africa teaching kids soccer. I offer care-giving and transportation in Alachua county and surrounding areas. I enjoy and provide cooking, baking,...
Nathanael can also help with: Transportation, errands, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning
Care for everyone, Im trilingual! let me know if you need anything. I have 4+ years of experience when it comes to caregiving and housekeeping, with my own transportation.
Camila can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands, transportation
5.0
(10)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I can come to your home and help cook, help with housecleaning, laundry, errands, shopping, transportation to any kind of appointment, and give compassionate and loving companionship. I love providing home caregiving services to those that would otherwise not be able to do so. I have always enjoyed helping people so I know I am...
Debi can also help with: Respite care, personal care
5.0
"Debi is family! She quickly became a member of our family and has helped our 87 year young mother with everything! Couldn't make it without her. She's perfect!!"
Sandra H.
5.0
(1)
I have extensive experience working with people of all ages with disabilities. I am a certified para III. I acquired this certification while working for the ACPS. I've worked primarily with children with disabilities, but I have also worked for a friend as a caregiver to her mother. I cook, clean, do laundry, and assist with...
Kelly M can also help with: Home modification, dementia, errands, companionship, live-in home care, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Kelly was a caregiver for my Mom, Carole W. My mother's personality is very challenging. Partially, because that has always been her personality, and partially because she had a brain aneurysm at age 53. She is now 76. Kelly was able to motivate my Mom and keep her...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hello, I have provided care for a gentleman with MS helping him with meals, light house keeping, bed time routine and shopping. I have also provided care for a wonderful couple who needed help with shopping, odds and ends around the house, taking their car to be detailed, errands, driving to appointments, making arrangement's...
Amy can also help with: Errands, personal care, companionship, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"She is very dependable, thorough, trustworthy and nice. I would highly recommend Amy! She does a great job!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Helping senior people is more than just a job. My goal is to help people live at home. My style is to help seniors keep things the way they want them, to enhance their life not change it. I have many years' experience with all things domestic and as a caregiver :) I would appreciate the opportunity to discuss your needs and see...
Linda can also help with: Hospice services, personal care, dementia, respite care
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Linda worked for my Mom who is 88 yo and has definite short term memory issues but still likes to be in control of her life. Linda did a great job understanding Mom's moods and attitudes about how and when she wanted things done. My Mom wanted more hours than...
Donna O.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a very attentive and caring person. Love spending time with people that need extra help whether it be simple companionship or physical/mental assistance. I truly enjoy listening to stories of their lives. I can also run errands and do light housekeeping.
Melissa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, dementia, mobility assistance, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Melissa is a wonderful caregiver! She is incredibly kind, compassionate and knowledgeable. She was one of my dad's favorite caregivers. He always looked forward to Melissa being with him, and I always had peace of mind that he was being well taken care of by her. I...
April H.
I have been a certified nursing assistant for 5 years. I have both hospital and nursing home/rehabilitation experience. I am also certified in giving medication. I actually care about my clients and build a companionship with them.
Destiny can also help with: Dementia, errands, light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
I currently care for an 81-year-old man with dementia and advanced Parkinsons. I prepare meals for him, bathe and dress him. I also help him to the toilet and in and out of bed. I help him with exercises and also give him his medicine. We sing together and I read to him which he loves. He is a very sweet man and we get along...
Tina can also help with: Visiting physician, dementia, personal care
Yasmine D.
Alachua, FL
$20-30/hr • 9 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as reliable, passionate, and observant.
I like caring for seniors because it allows me to make a significant positive impact in someone's life by providing support, companionship, and assistance with daily living tasks.
I'm looking for a job that gives me the opportunity to care for their loved...
Yasmine can also help with: Mobility assistance, respite care
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
CNA
Hi, my name is Melissa and I've had 15+ years as an LPN in various nursing fields. I absolutely love being a nurse and caring for people as the 1st priority. I have had experience with private duty care for elderly, medically needy elderly doing home health services, medically challenged children in their homes, as well as...
Melissa can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, transportation, errands, light cleaning
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
I have 20 years of experience. I provide anything from companionship to overseeing all daily care.
Melissa can also help with: Meal prep, live-in home care, light cleaning, errands, home modification, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
I'm a proud mama to a 20-month-old little girl. I am a very dependable, trustworthy, patient and caring person. I get great satisfaction out of helping others. I like to think of myself as not only a senior caregiver, but also a senior companion.
Casey can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, errands, meal prep, home modification
Skills:
CNA
I'd describe my personality as Kind, Helpful, Energetic
I like caring for seniors because I am a caregiver at heart
I'm looking for a job where I can help people in need of assistance
Worked for HomeInstead many years
I started caring for seniors when I stopped driving for a living
In my spare time, I like to cook, bargain...
Kathryn can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, transportation, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
Hi, my name is Rosemarie, and I'm passionate about helping others live their best lives! With a heart full of compassion and years of life experience, I specialize in providing exceptional senior care, loving pet care, and reliable errand-running services.
For seniors, I bring kindness, patience, and a commitment to supporting...
Rosemarie can also help with: Home modification, mobility assistance, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, live-in home care & more
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Recent caregiver reviews in Gainesville, FL
Debi W.
5.0
Debi is such a blessing for my husband and me. She is irreplaceable and I am so happy to have her helping us. She is a good and honest person that anyone would be proud to have in their home. So glad we found each other.
- Diane L.
Kelly M K.
5.0
Kelly was a caregiver for my Mom, Carole W. My mother's personality is very challenging. Partially, because that has always been her personality, and partially because she had a brain aneurysm at age 53. She is now 76. Kelly was able to motivate my Mom and keep her on track with her daily...
- Care member
Amy K.
5.0
She is very dependable, thorough, trustworthy and nice. I would highly recommend Amy! She does a great job!
- Care member
Linda S.
5.0
Linda worked for my Mom who is 88 yo and has definite short term memory issues but still likes to be in control of her life. Linda did a great job understanding Mom's moods and attitudes about how and when she wanted things done. My Mom wanted more hours than Linda had available so we made a...
- Donna O.
Melissa C.
5.0
I can not express the overwhelming gratitude we feel for Melissa at this point in my family's well being.
She has as been my Fathers devoted caregiver for over a year. She is always on time, and stays late if needed! My father has dementia. He is intelligent, creative and extremely...
- Lacy H.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Gainesville, FL
What caregiver services can I find near me in Gainesville, FL?
Most private senior caregiver services in Gainesville, FL 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 Gainesville.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Gainesville, FL in 2025?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Gainesville, FL on Care.com as of March, 2025 is $18.50 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 Gainesville, FL?
There are currently 42 caregivers in Gainesville, FL on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Gainesville, FL 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 Gainesville before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Gainesville, FL background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Gainesville, FL 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.
Ratings for Gainesville, FL caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Caregivers in Gainesville, FL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 21 reviews of the 55 listed caregivers.