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60 caregivers are listed in Independence, MO
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby caregivers is 6 years
Caregivers in Independence, MO
Lauren H.
Kansas City, MO
$20-30/hr
I'm 22 years old on my 3rd year of school to become a psychologist. A few years ago my grandmother was diagnosed with breast cancer and I have been her primary caregiver since which is how I discovered how passionate I am when it comes to caring for the elderly, those with disabilities, and children. While taking care of my...
Lauren can also help with: Home modification, live-in home care, companionship, dementia, personal care, mobility assistance & more
Brandy B.
Lees Summit, MO
$22-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as high vibrational, compassionate, loving
I like caring for seniors because they need love and care !
I'm looking for a job that will be a win win outcome for everyone.
I started caring for seniors when my mom had 2 back surgeries and 2 knee replacements. I became her caregiver.
In my spare...
Brandy can also help with: Errands, transportation, light cleaning, meal prep, companionship
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Hello! I am a healthy 61-year-old female who's had a lot of experience caring for the elderly. I moved in and cared for my father the last 2 years of his life. I also cared for my mother in her home while she was in Hospice. I have 5 adult children that are in their own with their families. I will not, nor am I certified to give...
Cynthia can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Janet M and I'm a 35-year-old Registered Nurse with extensive experience providing high-quality care in diverse settings. I hold a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) and have over 16 months of experience as an RN, along with additional case management experience abroad in resource-limited environments.
My...
Janet can also help with: Live-in home care, home modification, hospice services, respite care, personal care, dementia & more
I really enjoy working with those who need a little extra assistance with their daily activities. Whether it's personal care needs, housekeeping, running errands or just a friend to spend time with, I have the skills, experience, and compassion that would hopefully make life just a bit easier and more meaningful for those who...
Robin can also help with: Transportation, errands, light cleaning, respite care, meal prep, dementia & more
Faith C.
Lees Summit, MO
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Certified Nursing Aide Looking For A Home Health Care Part-time
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Taking care of elderly is close to my heart. Coming from the Philippines, where our culture gives a high regards in giving a loving tender care to our elders, so caring is a natural trait to me.
I have worked as a caregiver for more than 6 years now and most of it is in home care. I love working as a caregiver, and with my...
Faith can also help with: Personal care, home modification, errands, companionship, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Faith worked as a care giver for my 97 year old mother for approximately 2 years and excelled in her dedication and professional ability to provide care which was compassionate and sincere. She not only provided the medical care needed but also provided...
William A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am willing to go the extra mile to provide compassionate, honest care. I love helping seniors, disabled, Mentally Challenged, whoever needs my help
Skills: Have worked with clients with severe brain damage, mentally challenged, multiple sclerosis, paraplegics , stroke victim, Alzheimer's, Parkinson, diabetic, tracheotomy,...
Roxana can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
CPR
5.0
"We hired Roxana to watch my mother who has dementia. Roxana was terrific with my mom making her comfortable and relaxed. My mom can be moody and is prone to hallucinations but Roxana kept her calm. She was flexible and incredibly easy to work with. My mom was well...
Ali H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Worked in Special Education
Love caring for others and life has providing me the opportunity to do so.
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Jackie is THE BEST! She has helped us create routines and systems for organization, complete home projects, awed us with gorgeous seasonal decor displays and helped keep our household going with delicious meals, efficient tidying and laundry. Jackie worked...
Emily B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Ginny and my life's work has been caring for others. I have over 30 years of experience from: daycare provider, paramedic, ER nurse, pediatric office nurse, home health coordinator & provider for developmentally & physically disabled adults. I am a full-time grandma looking to continue my work. I am a senior caregiver...
Ginny can also help with: Personal care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Ginny is knowledgeable and dependable. She has taken excellent care of my mother. I would recommend her to my friends and family as a caregiver."
Melody M.
5.0
(1)
Currently looking for part time to fulll time companion care position. I am an active, healthy 63-year-old female. Adaptable to different personality types. Trustworthy, dependable, flexible and patient are a few of the qualities I possess. Please text for interview if interested. Thank you.
Joann can also help with: Dementia, respite care
5.0
"JoAnn is dependable and loyal; also; her work ethic is remarkable. Our commitments are important JoAnn is consistently prompt and reliable.
With a genuine love for babies and children, JoAnn will most certainly become a welcome part of your family."
Sara D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Most of my experience is in long term care & one on one private care. Skills include dementia & Alzheimer's, assisting w/bathing, dressing, feeding, medications, elimination, transfers, ambulating, housekeeping, meals & activities. Monitoring blood glucose, vital signs & wound care. Maintaining a clean, healthy & safe...
Mary can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Compassionate, very personable cares dearly for her patients she’s not just a CNA she’s family… took very good care of family member in facility"
Care member
5.0
(4)
Compassionate Home Health Aide worker to provide quality care for individuals in their home. I have 20+ years experience with Senior Care. I provide companionship, assisting with basic needs both personal and household duties needed for your loved one. Also, insured.
Christina can also help with: Dementia, personal care, errands, meal prep, respite care, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Chris came into our lives at a time of crisis with my parents. She started with our family immediately. She was hired to help with my father who has Alzheimer's but her role went much further than just him. She never hesitated to help us in any way possible. We had...
Julie G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have taken cared of my grandparents since I was in high school. I wanted to be a nurse when I was younger but ended up being an accountant. It did not stop me from working some jobs that cater to the elders. I took my CNA license in Arizona because I was wanting to pursue being a nurse but Full Time job and Full Time student...
Araceli can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, meal prep, live-in home care, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Araceli is top notch! She is punctual, communicates well to person being cared for and all of our family members. She is very proficient at her job - always seems to do more than expected every visit. We are so glad we found her!"
Kelly H.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a motivated Certified Nursing Assistant with more than 12 years of hands-on training and I experienced working in assisted living, long term care facilities and home health care with disabled and geriatric patients. I feel confident that my background, strong bedside manner and skill in providing high quality care, makes me...
Melissa can also help with: Light cleaning, live-in home care, personal care, errands, home modification, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"I hired Melissa to care for my dying mother in law. My husband and I both work full time. I work in the home health and hospice industry myself and can be very picky about personal care. that is why we decided to bring our wonderful mother home for her final...
Sallie B.
Naomi N.
Kansas City, MO
$20/hr • 4 yrs exp
CNA/caregiver,companionship,housekeeping And Meal Preparation Available Full Time.
5.0
(4)
I am a Certified Nurse Aid always hard working, honest , flexible and reliable with more than 3 years experience as a caregiver. I love cooking housekeeping, running errands, companioniship and always ready to help. Hope to hear from you soon, Thanks
Naomi can also help with: Personal care, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Honest hard working individual and fast learner"
Dennis O.
Tina H.
Kansas City, MO
$17-22/hr • 8 yrs exp
Dedicated Caregiver With A Passion For Assisting The Elderly In Order For Them To Live Better Luces
5.0
(1)
My name is Tina and I was a teacher for 15 years. I decided I wanted a change in scenery for a career so I entered the field of home health care. Well, I enjoyed it so much that I now have 8 years of experience. My duties have included help with transportation, personal care, household chores, meal preparation and the monitoring...
Tina can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, companionship, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Tina is wonderful! She cared for both my father and mother when we were in need of additional help, an answer to our prayers. What started out with helping them around the house eventually turned into helping with their bathing and other needs. She was there...
Teresa G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 10 years plus of experienced. L1 Medication Aide (L1MA) and Home Health Aide, First Aid and CPR. I have a full clean driving license. I am experienced in personal grooming and I enjoy helping clients look their best. I can assist with hygiene, toileting, eating, cooking, cleaning and any administrative tasks which need...
Claudette can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, errands, light cleaning
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"She is an amazing caregiver! I’ve never met anyone that cares more than she does! Not only that I can trust her with anything I even had to give her a credit card and she went and took care of my groceries and then later she did it by cash app! She is a wonderful...
Scott V.
5.0
(3)
I strive to offer the client an exceptional quality of life. I remain calm and organized and ensure all aspects of care are attended to in a manner that allows dignity to prevail.
Even-tempered
Patient
Empathetic
Entertaining - If we are not enjoying life, we are not living life
Honest and of high morals
Adaptable...
Robin can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, personal care, respite care, light cleaning
5.0
"Robin is professional, always respectful of others needs, time and wishes. She is able to respond quickly on her feet and is creative in her problem solving. She has a quick wit and is easy to be with. Her great communication skills and adaptability are two of...
Brandie O.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Over 30 years of proving care for your family's loved Experience with Alzheimer's patients. Diabetic patients, distribution of medications. Experience with lifts, feeding tubes, ventilators . Assistance with daily activity such as bathing, dressing , combing hair, meal preparation, and transportation needs. References available...
Lois can also help with: Dementia, companionship, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Lois is reliable and very helpful. She was kind and thoughtful to my mother-in-law. I would recommend Lois."
Carla I.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Faith. I'm a certified nursing assistant and medication aide. I have more than 10 years experience in this field. I have been a working with the elderly, helping them with their activities of daily living, showers, light house duties, feeding, bathing, changing linens, meal preparation. There is nothing as satisfying...
Faith can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, personal care, respite care & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Faith is wonderful. She is a hard worker and is very conscientious. My mother-in-law is a huge fall risk and was not excited about having someone help her every night. Faith worked with her re. safety using her walker. She also had my mother-in-law laughing...
Gina G.
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Recent caregiver reviews in Independence, MO
Faith C.
5.0
Faith is very caring and committed to her patients. She goes above and beyond on their care and communicates very well with the families. It will be hard to find someone more dedicated and qualified than Faith! Would absolutely hire her again!!
- Sharla D.
Roxana M.
5.0
We hired Roxana to watch my mother who has dementia. Roxana was terrific with my mom making her comfortable and relaxed. My mom can be moody and is prone to hallucinations but Roxana kept her calm. She was flexible and incredibly easy to work with. My mom was well taken care of!
- Ali H.
Jackie C.
5.0
Jackie is THE BEST! She has helped us create routines and systems for organization, complete home projects, awed us with gorgeous seasonal decor displays and helped keep our household going with delicious meals, efficient tidying and laundry. Jackie worked tirelessly supporting our rhythm of life by...
- Emily B.
Ginny M.
5.0
Ginny is knowledgeable and dependable. She has taken excellent care of my mother. I would recommend her to my friends and family as a caregiver.
- Melody M.
Joann D.
5.0
JoAnn is dependable and loyal; also; her work ethic is remarkable. Our commitments are important JoAnn is consistently prompt and reliable.
With a genuine love for babies and children, JoAnn will most certainly become a welcome part of your family.
- Sara D.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Independence, MO
What caregiver services can I find near me in Independence, MO?
Most private senior caregiver services in Independence, MO 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, MO in 2025?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Independence, MO on Care.com as of January, 2025 is $19.22 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, MO?
There are currently 9 caregivers in Independence, MO on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Independence, MO 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, MO background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Independence, MO 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 Independence, MO caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.0 / 5
Caregivers in Independence, MO are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed caregivers.