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Caregivers in Independence, LA
Alexus W.
Independence, LA
$17-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Empathetic Caregiver with 10 years of experience in providing in-home care to incapacitated clients. Proven capacity to effectively handle patients' daily needs, including cleaning, meal preparation, transportation, and therapy. Frequently commended by clients and their families for a friendly and cheerful attitude and...
Alexus can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, dementia, meal prep, errands, mobility assistance & more
Nice to meet you! My name is Debra and it is a pleasure to meet you and I'm a professional Dedicated Caring Caregiver for 25 years I'm here to love and care and take care of your love one so you can have a peace of mind knowing I'm here for you and your family at a time of need and I look forward to hearing and caring for your...
Debra can also help with: Personal care, visiting physician
Lorinda W.
Hammond, LA
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as funny, sweet, & caring
I like caring for seniors because I had dealt with a lot of hospital stays & caregiving with my grandparents. I realized what a difference you can make in a person's daily life. I wanted to be the person that chose to make a person's hospital stay or just a day at home the...
Lorinda can also help with: Home modification, light cleaning, mobility assistance, errands, respite care, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
My name is Lisa, I am in my 50's, and I truly have a passion for caregiving. I am also a mother of 3 children, and a loving grandmother to 4 grandchildren currently. I have worked with all ages and I especially enjoy working with the mentally challenged. I also have references of previous families who I have provided in-home...
Lisa can also help with: Companionship, errands, hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
Hi my name is Benny and I am new to caregiving. I have been an experienced pet sitter for the last 7 years or so and now I am looking for an even more meaningful way to help people and make extra money. I feel that I would be a great caregiver for an elderly person that may need companionship or light housekeeping, meal prep,...
Benny can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, transportation
Compassionate caregiver with 10 years of experience, skilled in personalized senior care and support.
Ernest can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands
Chantel R.
Hammond, LA
$8-13/hr • 5 yrs exp
I've worked for a few different care giving companies. Truly love the work and all the residents. I am usually preferred after the first job to come back to the house of some residents. I can use a lift.
Chantel can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, transportation, errands, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
As a caregiver to the senior community with open time available, I am currently taking on new clients. My calling and passion in life is to take care of, pray with, and generally be here for seniors. I am compassionate, patient, and kind, and I believe that God has tasked me with this calling. So, with my heart, I will pursue it...
Lindy can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, hospice services & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"Lindy's calling in life is to help and care for others. She has a genuine heart, full of compassion for seniors. She is one of the most honest, honorable, faithful, loyal, and dependable people I have ever had the privileged of knowing."
Lee P.
5.0
(6)
I have 10 years of caregiving experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Errands/Shopping. Love to talk and doing different things love to clean
Shenitha can also help with: Personal care, light cleaning, meal prep, errands
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"She is Consistent very reliable, and friendly I would refer her as an awesome caregiver. Definitely five star. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm 54 and I have experience caring for my parents before they passed. I also took care of a disabled man in his forties.
Robyn can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, dementia
5.0
"Robyn has been fantastic and I would highly recommend. Her communications are great and she is on time always. My mom who has dementia does not take to new people very quickly and absolutely did with Robyn. She asks now when Is Robyn coming back."
Care member
Anaya C.
Ponchatoula, LA
$15-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Evening/ Night Time Sitter Looking For A Family In Need.
College student looking for a part time position. I am a very patient "people person" and love to work, encourage and take care of those around me. I have experience working in a medical setting as a nurse's assistant, classroom experience from being a preschool teacher and I have also worked as a caregiver for someone with...
Anaya can also help with: Transportation, personal care, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
I am 31 years old. I have been in the caregiver field for about 10 years and in the medical field for around 12 years. I am CPR and first aid certified, I have experience with just about all types of care. I have built amazing relationships with all of my clients and their families. I am reliable, dependable and trustworthy.
Chasity can also help with: Personal care, dementia, visiting physician, specialized care, companionship
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Sylvia F.
Walker, LA
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
With 25 plus years experience, my career started unknowingly when I was 20 years old. My grandmother was sick and not able to stay home alone. She had seven daughters that would take 12 hour shifts to care for her. Unfortunately, my mom couldn't handle seeing her mother in such a fragile state so I took her place and my mom paid...
Sylvia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, errands, dementia
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have worked with the elderly for 20+ years my experience has been with patients that had cancer, Alzheimer's, Dementia, and ones that were on Hospice and I am a medical assistant I worked in the cardiology department at Stanocola medical center I worked in a nursing home after that I went to private sitting My previous duties...
I provide Quality care and peace of mind service to every family in the comfort of their home. I'm compassionate, reliable, trustworthy, and affordable. Hours could change, Personal Check or Cash Payments Only Please. Hammond, Covington Areas.
Brenda can also help with: Dementia, companionship, hospice services, light cleaning, errands, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
Paula A.
Walker, LA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am fully vaccinated.
I have over 15 years experience with dementia 3 of which was caring for my grandfather. Over 5 years with a local home health care company & the rest from care. com. I have ostomy, wound care, cather, medication management & diabetes experience along with some physical therapy & hospice experience. I have...
Paula can also help with: Dementia, errands, companionship, meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning & more
A passionate and experienced caregiver with 5+years of care experience with the elderly. Assisted patients with bathing, toileting, grooming and all other ADLs. Skilled with transferring patients as well.
Mishion can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, transportation
Skills:
CPR
Kim B.
Ponchatoula, LA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello I am a certified nursing assistant care provider I have 13 years in the medical career !! I have been in this field for caring for families for quite some years .. I absolutely love the care that I have to offer !! I have worked in nursing homes, assistant living facilities, hospital and rehabs.. .. I'm a loving mother and...
Kim can also help with: Dementia, personal care
Skills:
CNA
I have a passion for caregiving. Senior care comes naturally for me. I have cared for many people in my own personal life and in a nursing home setting. I have personal experience caring for someone in home with caring for my spouse for 5 years until his passing. He had renal failure. This is another passion of mine.
Lindsay can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, live-in home care
Brinesha M.
Walker, LA
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
With a heart for caregiving, I began my journey in 2014 as a direct support staff in a group home, embodying friendliness, integrity, and attentive listening. In just two years, my commitment and competence led to a promotion to Area Manager, overseeing six group homes. This role deepened my understanding of special needs care,...
Brinesha can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, transportation
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Recent caregiver reviews in Independence, LA
Lindy P.
5.0
Lindy's calling in life is to help and care for others. She has a genuine heart, full of compassion for seniors. She is one of the most honest, honorable, faithful, loyal, and dependable people I have ever had the privileged of knowing.
- Lee P.
Shenitha D.
5.0
Shenitha is experienced, smart, hard working and very caring. I would recommend her highly.
- Care member
Robyn B.
5.0
Robyn has been fantastic and I would highly recommend. Her communications are great and she is on time always. My mom who has dementia does not take to new people very quickly and absolutely did with Robyn. She asks now when Is Robyn coming back.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Independence, LA
What caregiver services can I find near me in Independence, LA?
Most private senior caregiver services in Independence, 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 Independence.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Independence, LA in 2025?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Independence, LA on Care.com as of January, 2025 is $13.50 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 Independence, LA?
There are currently 2 caregivers in Independence, LA on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Independence, 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 Independence before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Independence, LA background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Independence, 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.