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I was an Alzheimer's caregiver for my grandfather for 2. 5 years. I love providing respite care as a way of supporting primary caregivers.
When you bring me on board, you get someone to join your care giving team, think creatively, and -- best of all -- plan respite time, so when I'm taking care of your person, you don't have...
Clellie can also help with: Personal care, mobility assistance, respite care, hospice services, companionship, dementia & more
Mary F.
Hockessin, DE
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
CNA CHPNA Full Time Or Part Time In Home Care. Certified In Del. And Pa.
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a dedicated caregiver with 30 years of experience, known for my gentle approach, patience, and infectious smile. I prioritize active listening and effective communication, bringing humor and adaptability to my interactions with individuals from diverse backgrounds. My caregiving journey spans nursing homes, independent...
Mary can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, errands, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
Courtney B.
Hockessin, DE
$30-35/hr • 3 yrs exp
l am a Caregiver/companion with 4 yrs experience
working with seniors in long-term care and homecare. I am passionate and motivated about enriching the lives of our precious geriatric population through skilled, compassionate, helpful, respectful, kind care that focuses on their physical, emotional, cognitive and social needs. I...
Courtney can also help with: Meal prep, errands
Skills:
CNA
Sherry T.
Newark, DE
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Available For Companionship, Housekeeping And Light Meal Prep., Morning Hours
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Sherry, I currently employed by Christiana Hospital in scheduling. Have been employed there for 17 years. Worked as a CNA, PCT, Unit Clerk, Office Assistant. Worked as HHA, cared for many family members. Will give you a break, lite housekeeping, lite meals, and companion. My availability is 6 p.m. - 11pm, open...
Sherry can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, errands, mobility assistance, companionship, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Sherry is kind and compassionate. She provides exceptional patient care."
Tobi J.
5.0
(6)
I have been caring for elderly clients for over 20 years as an independent business owner. I bring a high level of compassion and respect to my clients. The list of services provided continue to grow based on client needs. Truly wonderful friendships have developed from my work and I feel that I can make a difference in a...
Beth can also help with: Hospice services, home modification, dementia, visiting physician, personal care
5.0
"My siblings and I hired Beth in August of 2019.
At that time, we were in need of someone to assist our elderly father in his own home for a couple of hours a day, several days a week. Our needs were specific, mainly driving him on small errands, (which included...
Annette M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 10+years of experience as caregiver and housekeeping also
I can help with meal prep. transportation, personal care, laundry, medication reminder, companion.
Gabriella can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, errands, live-in home care, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Gabby served our family as an incredible caregiver. Her professionalism, skills, and cheerful personality made her a welcome presence during our time of need. We were fortunate to find her and to have her as part of the care team. I'd hire her again!"
Frances G.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a professional in-home caregiver you can trust with 6 years of experience of providing excellent care for patients while helping them maintain a positive lifestyle. Use of calm communication and patient listening skills to provide an atmosphere of safety and comfort. Administer medication by adhering to physician's...
Karen can also help with: Errands, dementia, personal care, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Hard working, kind, friendly and most of all Karen goes above and beyond for her clients."
Care member
5.0
(8)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Over 5 years of the hands-on experience in care giving arena, providing ongoing care to adults, and the disabled. Highly skilled in assisting clients in various activities associated with daily living, such as: bathing, toileting, personal hygiene, and transportation. Ability to get along with clients of different cultures and...
Aretha can also help with: Respite care, dementia, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, transportation & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Hardworking, cheerful, personable, and cooperative. Best of all Rita really cared for my mother. Nothing is more important than that!"
Care member
4.3
(8)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am experienced caregiver who loves taking care of elderly people. They are our parents, grandparents and God's gift to all of us who can play and smile with them. I have 9 years of experience in this field. I have 7 years of experience as a live-in and I love the job so much. It is a step on my way to becoming a nurse, my...
Charila can also help with: Personal care, live-in home care, respite care, hospice services, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"We were fortunate enough to employ Charila in spring 2019 as the weekend live-in caregiver for mom. Mom was battling lung cancer and toward the end went into hospice. Determined to keep her comfortable, we chose in-home hospice and began the difficult task of...
Lena T.
Lynn R.
West Grove, PA
$20/hr • 8 yrs exp
Home Health Care Aide, Personal Care Attendant Available For Day Or Night Work.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I took early retirement from law office work and have been working as a caregiver since October 2015.. Prior to that, I took care of my mother full time for 5 years who had a stroke. She developed dementia and I was her only caregiver. I can assist with all types of personal care including bathing, dressing, cooking, cleaning,...
Lynn can also help with: Personal care, home modification, respite care, dementia
5.0
"Lynn has been helping to care for my parents for several months and we were so lucky to find her. She is kind and caring and has been so helpful to my family as we have been dealing with the difficult situation of sickness and a slow recovery. Lynn has become...
Judi M.
5.0
(17)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I have 12 years of experience with senior care , I am very good with dementia , stroke and diabetic patience. I am dependable and I keep a note book for the family so they know how their love ones did during the day. I do lite housekeeping & give transportation to doctor appointment and run errands for you. My car is safe and...
Rosemarie can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, mobility assistance, companionship & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"rose does more than asked for, she looks out for the best for her patient. She is very resourceful and trustworthy."
Dorothy B.
Cheryl P.
Wilmington, DE
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Dedicated caregiver experienced in working with dementia patients. Committed to improving overall patients wellbeing and health through personal care and energetic engagement skilled in assisting patients with daily living.
Cheryl can also help with: Dementia, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, live-in home care, respite care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Cheryl took care of my mother during her last days. Cheryl is so caring and compassionate, and she very skilled and professional. I was so pleased with the care she provided to my mother and highly recommend her."
Denise C.
Arlene B.
Wilmington, DE
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Compassionate And Caring Caregiver. CNA And CPR Certified.
4.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am very compassionate, reliable and punctual. I have 10 years experience in Home Health Aid and 8 years as a Nursing Assistants. I am CNA and CPR certified. I bathe, dress and feed the residents. I assist the residents with running errands and transportation. I also worked extensively with residents with Alzheimer's, dementia...
Arlene can also help with: Visiting nurse, respite care, personal care, hospice services, live-in home care, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"My family was extremely fortunate to find Arlene. She has provided exemplary care for my mother who has near zero mobility. Arlene is an excellent caretaker and companion."
Christina G.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 10 years in the health care field. I am passionate about caring for others. I started out as a medical assistant, to a cna, and now I am a LPN. I am experienced with giving daily personal needs and clinical needs. I have no issue with cooking, house keeping, meal preparation, daily personal needs, giving medications, and...
Khalilah can also help with: Mobility assistance, companionship, errands, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
CNA
5.0
"Khalilah is attentive, caring, accommodating, reliable and simply good at what she does. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I have worked at a nursing home for 11 years, caring for the elderly. I assisted with bathing, dressing, meals, activities as well as other things. I also have a great amount of experience working with dementia patients, which I really enjoyed. I love taking care of the elderly, talking and learning about them. Currently,...
Lakondra can also help with: Mobility assistance, dementia, specialized care, personal care, companionship
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Kondra has been such a blessing to my family. She is awesome with my mom who suffers from dementia- Kondra is calm, experienced, and so kind and has turned bad days into good ones. She is dependable and punctual and has made life much easier for us! "
Samantha F.
5.0
(1)
My name is Joelle.
I have worked in different fields throughout my life and it finally came together when some of my friends were looking for help and were desperately trying to stay in their home. They had given so much of their life to help others and now I felt it was time for them to get something back to get cared for....
Joelle can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, hospice services, errands & more
5.0
"She is a caring honest hard working person. She helped my family so much through the Hospice process. We will be friends for life."
Sue J.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As a caregiver for senior, I am compassionate , kind toward the person I will be caring for. I will be of great assistance in bathing, grooming, with toilet assistance, in walking and communicating. I am a certified Home Health Aide and excellent in what I do. I also help in light housekeeping, meal preparation and...
Othelia can also help with: Dementia, personal care, live-in home care, respite care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
I've always loved taken care of people and always had a huge bubbly personality. I love caregiving.
Jenna can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning, transportation, errands, meal prep
As a recent graduate in gerontology and a certified nursing assistant, I seamlessly integrate academic knowledge with hands-on experience in senior care. My caregiving journey commenced during college, where I worked as a CNA in a memory care unit, providing essential care and support to elderly residents. Additionally, I served...
Carly can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, personal care, mobility assistance, companionship & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
CPR
I hold a degree in Pre-Med, which has equipped me with a strong foundation in health and wellness. My passion for caring for others led me to work in hospice care, where I provided compassionate support to patients and their families during challenging times. This experience deepened my understanding of empathy, patience, and...
Kristen can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, meal prep, dementia, errands, light cleaning & more
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Recent caregiver reviews in Hockessin, DE
Sherry T.
5.0
I am most impressed with Sherry's caring attitude towards her clients or patients. She is also very observant and let's me know when I should pay special attention to an issue facing the patient. She is also great at following up when she is taking care of clients and goes the extra mile to help...
- Leslie L.
Beth P.
5.0
Beth is not only a wonderful aide and advocate to my parents, she has also become a very good friend to my mom and dad. She has been my families life saver. Beth is very good at understanding what needs to get done and just making it happen. She is a no nonsense, get right to the point person,...
- Laura S.
Gabriella B.
5.0
Gabby served our family as an incredible caregiver. Her professionalism, skills, and cheerful personality made her a welcome presence during our time of need. We were fortunate to find her and to have her as part of the care team. I'd hire her again!
- Frances G.
Karen C.
5.0
Karen is very compassionate about those she cares for. I felt very comfortable knowing my family member was getting the attention and service they deserved. Karen is a pro.
- Care member
Aretha J.
5.0
She has been a wonderful, competent and thoughtful caregiver and companion. She has kept mom safe and secure. We hope to continue having Aretha as needed in the future.
- Linda R.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Hockessin, DE
What caregiver services can I find near me in Hockessin, DE?
Most private senior caregiver services in Hockessin, DE 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 Hockessin.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Hockessin, DE in 2025?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Hockessin, DE on Care.com as of March, 2025 is $26.67 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 Hockessin, DE?
There are currently 3 caregivers in Hockessin, DE on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Hockessin, DE 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 Hockessin before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Hockessin, DE background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Hockessin, DE 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.