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Welcome! I offer in home senior care and have for the past 9 years. Caring for my grandfather with dementia really was an eye opener as it proved that the best care you can give is personal, thorough and from the heart. Instead of treating my clients like patients, they are treated loved and respected as family while I work...
Heather can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, errands, light cleaning, respite care, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a compassionate, respectful, and honest caregiver with over 20 years of experience providing high-quality care to seniors. I believe that everyone, regardless of age or disability, deserves to be treated with dignity and respect. My experience includes caring for individuals with Alzheimer's, Dementia, and other cognitive...
Michelle can also help with: Meal prep, errands, companionship, dementia, light cleaning, mobility assistance & more
I'd describe my personality as caring loving and kind
I like caring for seniors because I love helping people and letting them know someone cares about them
I'm looking for a job that is rewarding to both me and the employer.
I started caring for seniors when I got with my boyfriend 4 years ago and his mom needed help
In my...
Kayla can also help with: Errands, transportation, light cleaning, home modification, meal prep
Hi there! My name is Alicia. To tell you about myself, we moved to FL from NC to take care of my dad with Alzheimer's for 5 years. My Mother decided to put him in a home in a few days, and I feel so lost without him. Since I was 16, I asked God to help me help people, and I obtained my BA in Psychology with a Minor in Criminal...
Alicia can also help with: Light cleaning, respite care, meal prep, transportation, errands
Jessica M.
Inverness, FL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Caregiver Looking For Part Time Work With Your Loved One.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 10 years of experience caring for the elderly and developmentally disabled children and adults. Experienced with Alzheimer's, dementia and Parkinson's. I have a Bachelor degree in Criminal Justice. I can help with companion care, cooking, medication administration, help with physical activity and Light Housecleaning....
Jessica can also help with: Mobility assistance, errands, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
I have been taking care of seniors for over 10+ years majority of my patience, have Alzheimer's/dementia.
My sister has dementia and I know firsthand how sensitive and hard to have a loved one going through this.
My care is to treat your loved one with the upmost respect and 100% of care. My job duties include light...
Margaret can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, transportation, light cleaning, errands
I have been in the health field for 10 yrs now. Ranging from elderly care to veterans, muscular dystrophy to Parkinson's disease, special needs &more. Hoyer lift, feeding tube, catheter, suppositories, experience. I help in any way I can. Physical Therapy and Occupational therapy assistant. Family oriented and I even garden when...
Christina can also help with: Dementia, companionship, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, hospice services & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Christina helped me with personal care for my 85 y/o mother. She was always on time and reliable. We both loved her, she was very kind and considerate. We were sad when we heard the news that she was moving to Ohio. I would hire her again without any hesitation!...
Tina S.
Thank you for taking interest in my profile.
Starting in August I will be starting medical school to become a Physician. I have served as a hospice patient care volunteer during the pandemic in 2020. I provided companionship while visiting weekly with terminally ill patients in their homes and the intensive medical management...
Madeline can also help with: Transportation, live-in home care, light cleaning, errands, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
Certified medical assistant with 20 years experience in private senior care, including medication management, scheduling and maintaining physician appointments. Personal care to include cooking, cleaning, bathing, feeding and overall wellness.
Karen can also help with: Respite care, personal care
Skills:
CNA
Jennifer L.
Brooksville, FL
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Licensed CNA Providing Compassionate, Professional Senior Care.
5.0
(12)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a mature, energetic, happy, healthy CNA with over 15 years of experience. I can help with a variety of services including bathing, shaving, mouth care, dressing, hair styling, meal prep., feeding, transportation, mobility assistance, wound prevention, errands, light housekeeping, companion care and pet care.
I am able to...
Jennifer can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
5.0
"Good communication,very punctual. Always showed compassion and caring with my 86 year old mother!"
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am 59 yrs old, Worked in healthcare since 2012, have a great resume, and better references. I am HHA Caregiver, Live In, Overnights, Private Caregiver/companion, I have certified CNA training, CPR and current immunizations. I do not drink or do drugs, and I do not have drama or issues that will take away from the best care of...
Tamara can also help with: Visiting physician, respite care, dementia, personal care, live-in home care, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Tamara was a coworker of mine for a long time at a 24-hour live in job, she is kind dependable and experienced. She has experience with making meals, running errands, medication management, showering, and all activities of daily living. She worked with her last...
Amanda D.
5.0
(5)
I am a caring down to earth person that can care for you or a family member if you need help during a time when you just cant do it all. I love pets and can care for them also. I don't mind doing errands or shopping. Senior caregiver
Toni can also help with: Companionship, errands, light cleaning, transportation, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Toni is amazing. I wish she still was able to care for my son but unfortunately she moved out of my area. Very communicative and thoughtful. She took my son to and from school and I would consider her to have been more like a friend than a nanny. My son loved her!...
Care member
Tammie E.
Brooksville, FL
$16-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Kind, Compassionate Caregiver Who Knows Fun Is The Spice Of Life
5.0
(1)
I work for ONE household at a time.
Bucket List Companion. Build a boat, travel to New Orleans, learn to draw or paint
Calendar and Medication Reminders. Help maintaining yearly, monthly, weekly, & daily calendars, ensuring you remember every important date.
Tech Support. Fix the WIFI, troubleshoot issues, support while you make...
Tammie can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"I needed someone to care for my sister who was still able to get around but needed assistance, especially in personal care, housekeeping, and cooking. Not only did Tammy fill these needs, but she far exceeded them. She made life fun and exciting for my sister, and...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a compassionate and caring senior caregiver with 10+ years experience in the health care field. Assisting individuals to complete activities of daily living; personal care and hygiene, medication reminders, shopping, light meal preparation, errands and doctor visits or other appointments. Support and encouragement to...
Suzette can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, dementia, hospice services, companionship & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Licensed Nurse
CPR
5.0
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I have 32 years of experience in doing private care for the elderly. I'm a Certified Nursing Assistant, I m certified in Alzheimer's Certification I have references and a background check available on here and to present to you, reliable transportation, and I am a very reliable person. I'm First Aid and CPR certified. I'm...
Lolita can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, respite care, dementia
Skills:
Wound Care
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"She took care of my mother until she fell. She is in hospital and rehab we hope. If she comes home we hope Lolita will help us out again. My mother and dad loved her and she has called to check on them."
Phyllis D.
5.0
(1)
I have been a caregiver for 28 years+. My first CNA certification I obtained was in 2001. My husband and I currently live in with our shared client and we would really like to continue this way. We lean on each other for support and down time, it just works.
I'd describe my personality as caring, kind, and confident
I like...
Tammy can also help with: Companionship, dementia, live-in home care, errands, light cleaning, hospice services & more
5.0
"Tammy is an amazing health care worker! Always pleases! She is very responsible, kind, calm, patient, diligent, charismatic, punctual, etc... She is wonderful at what she does."
Care member
Sherri A.
Brooksville, FL
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Home Health Caregiver I Provide Transport, Housekeeping, Meal Prep, Companionship, Med Reminder
5.0
(13)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I provide trust and companionship with my patients. I have worked with Dementia, Alzheimer's, bed bound patients, wheelchair patients, personal care, and more. I'm extremely reliable, with my own vehicle, full coverage auto insurance, and a clean driving record. I've had patients with broken hips, arms, legs, wrists, back, neck,...
Sherri can also help with: Errands, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, hospice services, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"She did a amazing job. Very kind a considering. Very knowledgeable "
Care member
I care for seniors and entertain them and take care of their daily needs and dispense medication, I care for houses and their laundry, grocery shopping, and personal needs. Anything needed.
Nanette can also help with: Hospice services, home modification, dementia, visiting nurse, personal care, respite care & more
1.0
(1)
Doctors appointment, personal care bath assistant, shower , cooking , cleaning , laundry , grocery , transportation, 12 hours care medication management
Mariley can also help with: Companionship, mobility assistance, meal prep, errands, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have taken care of people for 20 years and covered all age ranges and abilities. I have found that I enjoy my senior clients most and found great success in helping them to maintain their independence. My latest senior client is a woman battling dementia who lives with her daughter and pet dog.
Jessie can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, personal care, respite care
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Recent caregiver reviews in Lecanto, FL
Christina W.
5.0
Christina helped me with personal care for my 85 y/o mother. She was always on time and reliable. We both loved her, she was very kind and considerate. We were sad when we heard the news that she was moving to Ohio. I would hire her again without any hesitation!
- Tina S.
Jennifer L.
5.0
Good communication,very punctual. Always showed compassion and caring with my 86 year old mother!
- Care member
Tamara M.
5.0
Tamara was a coworker of mine for a long time at a 24-hour live in job, she is kind dependable and experienced. She has experience with making meals, running errands, medication management, showering, and all activities of daily living. She worked with her last family for about 4 years until the...
- Amanda D.
Toni P.
5.0
Toni is amazing. I wish she still was able to care for my son but unfortunately she moved out of my area. Very communicative and thoughtful. She took my son to and from school and I would consider her to have been more like a friend than a nanny. My son loved her!
- Care member
Tammie E.
5.0
I needed someone to care for my sister who was still able to get around but needed assistance, especially in personal care, housekeeping, and cooking. Not only did Tammy fill these needs, but she far exceeded them. She made life fun and exciting for my sister, and gave us all peace of mind, knowing...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Lecanto, FL
What caregiver services can I find near me in Lecanto, FL?
Most private senior caregiver services in Lecanto, FL 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 Lecanto.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Lecanto, FL in 2025?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Lecanto, FL on Care.com as of March, 2025 is $18.50 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 Lecanto, FL?
There are currently 6 caregivers in Lecanto, FL on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Lecanto, FL 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 Lecanto before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Lecanto, FL background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Lecanto, FL 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.