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60 caregivers are listed in Gretna, LA
The average posted rate is $14/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby caregivers is 5 years
Caregivers in Gretna, LA
Paula A.
Gretna, LA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Paula A. I am a caregiver for the Elderly. I am experienced 11+ years with Dementia and combative Dementia/Alzheimer's, 13+ years with quadriplegics , 7+ years experience working with Hospice patients. 3+ years experience with hip or knee replacements . Comfortable working with males or females and pets. I am a...
Paula can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, companionship, dementia, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I highly recommend Paula. She was very easy to work with. She worked very well with my 90-year-old uncle as he recovered at home after being released from a local brain injury rehab unit. She is attentive, understanding, experienced, responsible, and kind."
Michele A.
I love elderly people. I think they are so cute. My maw-maw is 93 years old and I love her dearly. I have never worked with elderly people, however, I would love to have the chance to work with them. Also, I worked about 8 years ago, with a handicapped 25-year-old man. I used to feed him, administer medicine to him, take him...
Shiovon E.
Gretna, LA
$10-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
I have 5 yrs caregiving experience. I provide excellent care for your love ones. I very hands on, and very dependable. I can assist with bathing, feeding, bathroom assistance. I also have dementia care training.
Shiovon can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, personal care
I'd describe my personality as caring , compassionate , giving .
I like caring for seniors because I've always worked with them starting from when I watched my husbands grandparents and then getting a job on skilled nursing unit at west Jefferson hospital . I find them most amusing and interesting to talk to !
I'm looking for...
Kerry can also help with: Home modification, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
I"m Senior Caregiver assistance and emotional support in their home. My role consist social stimulation, administering treatment, and assisting with everyday tasks such as personal hygiene, meals and light housekeeping.
Senior comfort and safety environment to prevent accident.
transport senior via wheelchair to and from...
Gabriela can also help with: Visiting physician, dementia, live-in home care, personal care
I'd describe my personality as caring, patient, and diligent.
I like caring for seniors because I will be a senior one day
Sanabell can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning
5.0
(1)
I been a caregiver for 17 years I worked with different age group spots from teenagers to Seniors. I enjoy helping and assisting others. I have a passion for it. I assist in medication reminder, grooming, oral care, hygiene, bathing, incontinence care, preparations of meals, companionship, transportation to grocery store and...
Escalither can also help with: Home modification, light cleaning, companionship, dementia, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"She's loving caring great work ethics.Dependable team player."
Shen J.
5.0
(1)
Hello, I am a recently-returned Peace Corps Health Specialist Volunteer with experience in care giving for seniors, children & adults with disabilities. I have my Masters in Public Health & current Certified Nurse Assistant license. I have experience with private care giving for an elderly woman (with reference). Tasks included...
Rachael can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, personal care
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Rachael is professional, compassionate, reliable and knowledgeable. I would highly recommend her to other families in need of home healthcare!"
Jen P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I enjoy taking care of people. I have taken care of elderly family members and also assist with member of my church. I can help with light housekeeping, prepare meals, groceries, run errands, provide transportation, help with medications. I am comfortable with small pets.
Karen can also help with: Personal care, visiting nurse, dementia, home modification, hospice services, respite care & more
4.6
(18)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
as a senior care provider I have been working in the field for over 16yrs. I have a strong passion for helping others as I can remember growing up I would help the seniors in our neighborhood it has become a love for me to see and inspire the sick, I come with lots of experience as well as great reference. if its a plus I have...
Gilder can also help with: Personal care, visiting nurse, dementia, home modification, hospice services, respite care & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Gilder supported our family in the event of a last minute emergency when our regular sitter had to cancel. She was extremely professional and even referred someone else in her network to support us as well. She is a great communicator, very friendly and efficient...
Angela K.
Heidi H.
New Orleans, LA
$45/hr • 10 yrs exp
Life Is TOO SHORT To NOT Experience Bushels Of JOY And LAUGHTER
5.0
(2)
A Compassionate, experienced live-in elder companion dedicated to bringing warmth, joy, and meaningful companionship to seniors. More than just a caregiver, I create lighthearted, enriching experiences that help seniors feel more engaged, more connected, and more alive.
As a certified Laughter Yoga teacher, I have taught in...
Heidi can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, live-in home care
5.0
"Heidi's compassion and care giving are on equal par, regardless how dire the client's health condition may be. Her ability to assess client needs also include collaboration with health care professionals to yield the best outcome, whether person or pet."
Bradley B.
Kathrene G.
New Orleans, LA
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Compassionate, Loving, Hardworking, Exquisite Caregiver To All Ages
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hey Everyone, Welcome! I'm Kathrene, CNA-pleasure mtg. you here!
EXPERIENCED, RESPECTFUL, LOVING, HONEST, PUNCTUAL CAREGIVER
- 5-yr. Caregiver to the late, beautiful, 96-yr. old wife w/ dementia (4. 5 yrs.) & 98 yr. old husband now & others w/ Cancer & in Home Hospice
- Personalized Care Plan tailored to specific...
Kathrene can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, companionship, dementia, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Kathrene G. is one of my closest friends. She's trusting, smart, loving, dependable, and most of all caring. She has a heart as pure gold and I am confident that you'll never have to worry when Katherene has your kids. I have known Kathrene for 11 years now and...
Yolanda C.
Dayna S.
New Orleans, LA
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-time/PRN Caregiver Available With A BS In Occupational Therapy
5.0
(5)
I've been an occupational therapist for 22 years with experience in long-term care and geriatrics working with various disabilities and illnesses including dementia, COPD, cancer, Parkinson's, CVA, post-surgical patients, generalized weakness, diabetes, visual loss, hearing impaired, mental illness, etc.
I genuinely love to...
Dayna can also help with: Home modification, meal prep, companionship, dementia, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Dayna has worked with special needs in senior care for 10+ years and patients often think of her as a granddaughter due to her kind heart and attentive care. She is outstanding in her communication and building long-term relationships. I highly recommend!!"
Kimmie M.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Right now I am giving care in home to a stroke patient who is unable to feed, bathe or really do anything without assistance. I work at night so that means I help him into a tub, bathe and wash his hair as needed. I make sure he is fed and that he gets his medication I. e insulin injections and oral. Give breathing treatments...
Laura can also help with: Respite care, transportation, companionship, mobility assistance, personal care, specialized care & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
5.0
"Laura is cheerful and ready to take on any task.
She is dependable, willing to work hard, and is always on top of each task.
She finds solutions to problems and is a great member of our team. We can always count on Laura."
Ann R.
Gretchen B.
Harvey, LA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Senior Caregiver Who Takes Her Work With Patients Very Serious.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi, My name is Gretchen. I have over 20 years of experience as a caregiver. I have my own transportation and can assist with errands/ grocery shopping. I'm also CPR certified. Experienced with bathing and giving showers. Also experienced with clients who suffer with Dementia/Alzheimers.
Knowledgeable about patients taking...
Gretchen can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, companionship, dementia, errands, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Amazing caregiver. Compassionate heart. She took great care of my mom sometimes going beyond my expectations."
Care member
3.7
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Looking to help your family take care of your family members. 20 years experience. Available anytime of day .
5.0
"Zania , has been a joy to our family. We hired her for part time to take care of my mother. My mother wanted her full time. She has always been dependable, honest and always willing to help. She worked for us before in 2021. She moved back to Texas and informed us...
Zani W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Linda and I would love to be apart of your family friend how I call it. I'm loving and have a smile out this world. I love helping others in the time of need and if I know you really need it I'll give you the shirt off my back. Why I like this job is because seeing my grandma when I was little I wished I could do...
Linda can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, companionship, dementia, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
5.0
(9)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have been a caregiver for 20 years. I am very passionate about what I do and that is making others happy and healthy. My motto is "A happy heart makes a healthy heart." Taking care of someone does not mean just supplying the everyday needs, it also means to make them happy, to show love, kindness, and caring. That's what a...
Annette can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care, companionship, dementia, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Annette was wonderful from the beginning of our process. She was quickly responsive to messages, flexible with last minute changes, and so kind. She wanted to know everything about our family member to be better prepared to provide exceptional service. She was so...
John S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Deione and I have over 20 years of experience as a CNA/caregiver. I love what I do! I enjoy working with elderly people. I worked for Advantage Nursing Service, I worked for the Medicine Team. I'm now employed at Ochsner Hospital part time. I am CPR and CPI certified. I've had many private duty cases. I...
Deione can also help with: Live-in home care, respite care, dementia, home modification, hospice services, personal care & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"A wonderful and patient person. Deione is conscientious and caring. "
Care member
Lisa Y.
Metairie, LA
$18-22/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I'm a very passionate person who prides myself on taking my time with my clients and treating them like family . When you become a caregiver you become your patients confidant. Spending majority of your time with them you have to be reliable trustworthy a good listener and very attentive. Im genuine and compassionate and enjoy...
Lisa can also help with: Live-in home care, mobility assistance, companionship, errands, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Lisa took very good care of me. She helped me with my bath. Cook very good meals that I could eat. Carried me to Theraphy twice a week. "
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Recent caregiver reviews in Gretna, LA
Paula A.
5.0
I highly recommend Paula. She was very easy to work with. She worked very well with my 90-year-old uncle as he recovered at home after being released from a local brain injury rehab unit. She is attentive, understanding, experienced, responsible, and kind.
- Michele A.
Escalither C.
5.0
She's loving caring great work ethics.Dependable team player.
- Shen J.
Rachael B.
5.0
Rachael is professional, compassionate, reliable and knowledgeable. I would highly recommend her to other families in need of home healthcare!
- Jen P.
Gilder D.
5.0
Gilder arrived early for my medical appointment, helped me with onboarding and offered excellent service from beginning to end. She was a model for A+ patient care with elderly. Fabulous!!
- Care member
Heidi H.
5.0
Heidi's compassion and care giving are on equal par, regardless how dire the client's health condition may be. Her ability to assess client needs also include collaboration with health care professionals to yield the best outcome, whether person or pet.
- Bradley B.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Gretna, LA
What caregiver services can I find near me in Gretna, LA?
Most private senior caregiver services in Gretna, LA 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 Gretna.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Gretna, LA in 2025?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Gretna, LA on Care.com as of April, 2025 is $14.67 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 Gretna, LA?
There are currently 6 caregivers in Gretna, LA on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Gretna, LA 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 Gretna before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Gretna, LA background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Gretna, LA 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.