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60 caregivers are listed in Kent, OH
The average rate is $17/hr as of November 2024
The average years of experience for caregivers is 10 years
Caregivers in Kent, OH
Krista R.
Kent, OH
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Full Time Caregiving Team Available For Full Time Or Live In Help
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My friend and I work split shifts for live in, full time and part time jobs to ensure your loved one is safe at home. We spend time with older adults that need companionship, cooking, feeding, mobility help, transportation, cleaning and medication management. We have worked 5 previous elder care jobs in the last 4 years and have...
Krista can also help with: Live-in home care, home modification, respite care, hospice services, dementia, personal care & more
5.0
"Krista is an excellent caregiver.
She showed such compassion for my 96 year-old father, and was exceptionally competent in her care for him. Krista is reliable and experienced in tending to a dementia patient and provided a lot of attention and thoughtfulness to...
Louise M.
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm from Elyria, I've relocated to Kent I'm willing to travel and I am looking for work in the area, non smoker I have 10 plus years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and companionship Bathing/Dressing. I'm very reliable and enjoy doing this work! I can assist in whatever the client needs I'm all for...
Bunsier can also help with: Meal prep, live-in home care, errands, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
For the last 15 years, I have provided private duty care for a number of people. I did everything from showers, toileting, meal prep to driving around for shopping or dr appts. I feel so blessed that I am able to provide people with a safe and happy home, allowing them to keep their dignity and independence for as long as...
Kate can also help with: Personal care, respite care, dementia, hospice services
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Kate is a dedicated caregiver who always puts her clients first. She's been very helpful in simplifying and helping me manage daily tasks. She keeps a watchful eye on all things medical (physical, mental and emotional) so I know when to call what doctor. Over the...
Amelie B.
Sherry K.
Ravenna, OH
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Sherry I've been on care for over 10 years as a caregiver. I have 5 grown children and 8 grandchildren. Born and raised in Ohio. I love what I do and strive to make my clients day a good one everyday. I love to laugh, am easy to talk to and fit in anywhere I've worked. My clients all have become like family . I love to...
Sherry can also help with: Dementia, mobility assistance, light cleaning, errands, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Sherry, from the very first time we met, is like family! Although chaotic, during her interview she made a point of sitting down, looking at and having a conversation with my dad. She's smart, willing, cheerful, honest and helpful. Communication is great and I hope...
Denise G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As a past CMA and LPN, I have over 20 years of diverse experience providing companionship and professional care for senior citizens. Creating a positive, happy atmosphere with compassion and humor, while providing the best health care possible for my clients is very important to me.
*I am seeking full time hours up to 40 per...
Deanna can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, companionship, errands, hospice services, meal prep & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
CNA
5.0
"Deanna is a very friendly, warm, outgoing person. I have known Deanna for over 30 years.
She always trying to help others whenever she can. "
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Compassionate and skilled home health aide with over 20 years of experience, offering professional caregiving services tailored to the individual needs of clients. As a State Board-licensed Certified Nursing Assistant earlier in my career, and now a Certified Home Health Aide, I possess the expertise and ability to identify...
Ebony can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, hospice services, dementia, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"I am a nurse working for a Hospice agency and Ebony was a private caregiver for one of my patients. She took wonderful care of this sweet woman for several years until she passed away recently. Ebony made sure all of her needs were met and even took extra care to...
Care member
Vjolca H.
Ravenna, OH
$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Am 53 Years Old And I'm Currently Employed But I Will Be Available With July 24
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is viola . I have 11 years of caregiving experience with 8 of those years being in private care. I have had the privilege of taking care of a wide variety of individuals who range in different daily needs and requirements. I am experienced with hospice feeding tubes, colostomy bags, and more! I have training in...
Vjolca can also help with: Companionship, live-in home care, dementia, errands, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Vjolca was a live in at my parents house from Jan-May 2023. She predominately took care of my mother who was bedridden and home on hospice after a stroke. She took excellent care of her, treated her better than most treat their own mother. Vjolca cooked for both...
Elena R.
4.6
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have over 10 years experience. I enjoy my time with Seniors. I like to engage them in activities that they enjoy. Listening to music, ( I grew up listening to Dean Martin, Jazz, Polka music etc:) games, puzzles, cards, painting, drawing, whatever the client enjoys doing. My strengths are: compassion, patience, kindness,...
Sandra can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care, meal prep, transportation, companionship
5.0
"Sandy was wonderful. She was the perfect fit for my mom. They went to get hair cuts, shopping, walks in the park, lunch outings, and playing games. Sandy has good communication skills and kept me updated. Highly recommend Sandy. Would definitely rehire her."
Care member
5.0
(1)
My name is Justine and I recently graduated with my MBA in December. Prior to pursuing my graduate degree, I spent 8 years working with the elderly in a variety of caregiving roles. I'm passionate about supporting seniors and helping them maintain their independence and quality of life.
Throughout my 8 years in senior care,...
Justine can also help with: Hospice services, live-in home care, personal care, dementia
5.0
"Justine is caring and reliable. She makes our elderly father feel special every time she visits him. She goes out of her way to make sure he receives the best care. Thank you, Justine! "
Jill T.
5.0
(1)
I've taken care of a retired cancer doctor for a year now. I've dressed him, helped him go to the bathroom, escorted him to another location, helped him at his computer, prepped diner or breakfast and did light house cleaning!
Haley can also help with: Live-in home care, errands, light cleaning, transportation, dementia, meal prep & more
5.0
"Very sad to see her go ....she will always have a job with us.. always early never calls off and very caring person ..one of my best employees..."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 30 years of caregiving experience in both a facility and at home settings. I am very comfortable dealing with mobility issues, as I worked many years in the therapy department. I am very dependable and have excellent references available.
Kelley can also help with: Errands, meal prep, dementia, hospice services, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Kelley helped my husband for three years. Al used a walker, but needed help to get in the bathroom, to the table and his bed. She brought him whatever he needed, and also talked to him all the time, both of them were always laughing a lot! When he came to the...
Susan L.
Autumn L.
Streetsboro, OH
$20-23/hr • 2 yrs exp
I Treat Your Loved One The Way I Would Want My Beloved Mom Treated
5.0
(2)
Hello, I am in my fifties & after many years of working in offices as an administrative assistant, I decided it was time to seek more rewarding work.
Working with the elderly comes naturally to me. I feel it is my calling. My own mom is elderly & I spend a lot of my spare time with her.
I started out working in an assisted...
Autumn can also help with: Mobility assistance, meal prep, companionship, errands, light cleaning, transportation & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Autumn has been helping my 92 year old mom. She has been wonderful, pleasant, caring, responsible, giving and compassionate. She truly cares about seniors and seems to think ahead to what their needs might be. Autumn knows the right amount of time to help out or...
Sandy G.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
where to start. I have been in the medical field since 2008. I am great at what I do. I have been doing private care now for 10 + years. my heart can't do homes any longer. I assist in anything life gives. I am great at companion compassion care. I can assist in absolutely anything in day to day living. I am STNA...
Shawna can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, mobility assistance, personal care, errands, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Shawna is an excellent caretaker! She truly treats each patient as a priority, whether the patient is hers or not. She is caring, personable, and professional with all her interactions! I highly recommend her! "
Jamie M.
I'm an experienced PTA physical therapist assistant. Reliable & compassionate home based caregiver who is available weekends. References upon request & BCI /FBI background check.
Sheila can also help with: Hospice services, errands, live-in home care, home modification, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
I was a Direct Care Specialist for the MRDD and physically impaired community for close to 4 years. I worked within their homes where I provided home-cooked meals, maintained the cleanliness of their homes, doctor appointments, participated with outings (scheduled and provided transportation). Planned parties and family...
Kendra can also help with: Personal care, dementia, respite care
I have been an aide since I was 16 years old. I'm 57. I'm retired from the Portage County sheriff's office. and have been working full and part-time in homehealth. I do this because I love people, and we need to give back to the elderly . my schedule on here could change to help you.
Jeannette D. can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, personal care, meal prep
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Shaymaa A.
Akron, OH
$20-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
I'm a caregiver. I have experience for 4 years. I love helping others specially older people.
And I am CPR certified and I have my own transportation. I'm willing to help
Shaymaa can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, companionship, home modification, errands, light cleaning & more
I have been a caregiver for Visiting Angels since December, 2015. I have worked with clients of various ages from 50's to 90's. I have worked with clients that have dementia, brain bleeds, brain tumors, MS, Alzheimer's, strokes. I love brightening up their days when I go to help them because I am a bubbly person and sometimes a...
Kathleen can also help with: Dementia, visiting nurse, respite care, personal care
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
Jennifer H.
Stow, OH
< $10/hr • 13 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as Fun Honest Dependable
I like caring for seniors because they love unconditionally and they trust me like I am another part of the family
I'm looking for a job that offers flexible hours and a caregiver/client relationship that is both fun and professional
I started caring for seniors 13 years...
Jennifer can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, hospice services
I am an empathetic, patient, and reliable caregiver with a background in counseling who offers extensive home health services to the local elder care community. Currently I assist my clients with companionship, activities of daily living, errands, light housekeeping, meal prep, and organizational tasks. I am a true empath,...
Alyssa can also help with: Meal prep, errands, live-in home care, dementia, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
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Recent caregiver reviews in Kent, OH
Krista R.
5.0
Krista is an excellent caregiver.
She showed such compassion for my 96 year-old father, and was exceptionally competent in her care for him. Krista is reliable and experienced in tending to a dementia patient and provided a lot of attention and thoughtfulness to his care.
She was so kind and...
- Louise M.
Kate S.
5.0
Kate is a dedicated caregiver who always puts her clients first. She's been very helpful in simplifying and helping me manage daily tasks. She keeps a watchful eye on all things medical (physical, mental and emotional) so I know when to call what doctor. Over the years she hasn't hesitated to throw...
- Amelie B.
Sherry K.
5.0
Sherry is a wonderful caregiver. As my Dad's caregiver for over 2 1/2 years, she provided not just physical support with activities of daily living, cooking, and light housekeeping, but she had a wonderful emotional connection that lifted Dad's spirits and offered him health and wellness emotionally...
- Pam B.
Deanna B.
5.0
Deanna is a very friendly, warm, outgoing person. I have known Deanna for over 30 years.
She always trying to help others whenever she can.
- Care member
Ebony H.
5.0
Ebony cared for my mom in our home for a little over 3 years. She was wonderful! She took care of my mom like she was her own. She was also extremely reliable- never calling off, always on time, etc. Ebony is a pleasure to be around and any family would be lucky to have her caring for their loved...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Kent, OH
What caregiver services can I find near me in Kent, OH?
Most private senior caregiver services in Kent, OH 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 Kent.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Kent, OH in 2024?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Kent, OH on Care.com as of November, 2024 is $17.00 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 Kent, OH?
There are currently 2 caregivers in Kent, OH on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Kent, OH 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 Kent before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Kent, OH background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Kent, OH 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.