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60 caregivers are listed in Merritt Island, FL
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby caregivers is 3 years
Caregivers in Merritt Island, FL
I am a caring compassionate person I'm able to take care of others in need
I have a plenty of experience in caring for elderly people in their home. Whatever their needs may be. I enjoy doing the work that I do
I'd describe my personality as
Caring
Compassionate
Friendly
I like caring for seniors because I love helping...
Laurie can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, companionship, errands & more
Mavis B.
Melbourne, FL
$20-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have been a caregiver for over decade I love working with the elderly and enjoy helping people. Have a lot of experience. But I am an early childhood educator for bout 5 years now.
Mavis can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, dementia, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Home Health Aide
Tina C.
Rockledge, FL
$20-23/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello! I'm a compassionate and dedicated caregiver with personal experience caring for my own mother. Over the years, I've assisted with a variety of tasks, including accompanying her to doctor's appointments, providing transportation, managing her medications, and running errands. I understand the importance of reliability,...
Tina can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, transportation
I'd describe my personality as warm, compassionate, and approachable. I have a deep appreciation for caring for seniors, a passion that grew from spending 10 years lovingly supporting my father after his stroke.
In my free time, I enjoy staying active through workouts and swimming, and I find peace and rejuvenation by relaxing...
Rebecca can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, errands, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
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I started caring for seniors when in 2007 I wanted to have a job that made a difference in the lives of others . My mother and I decided to try taking care of seniors and it was a great fit for me ! I worked for a few different companies , but now I have decided to venture on my own.
One thing you should know about me is...
Rhonda can also help with: Mobility assistance, meal prep, companionship, errands, dementia, light cleaning & more
My name is Cheryl. I have 20 years of experience bringing "JOY" to patients with disabilities as a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist. In 2022, I changed career paths from full time SLP to part time caregiver after relocating back to my childhood community. I can help with transportation, shopping, cleaning and personal care....
Cheryl can also help with: Errands, mobility assistance, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
Daniel M.
Rockledge, FL
$13-23/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have been working as Caregiver since 2017 until now. I have a huge experience handling patients in bed and special needs. I enjoy my work.
I'd describe my personality as competent, responsible and respectful.
I like caring for seniors because I enjoy helping seniors. I have been working since 2017.
I'm looking for a job...
Daniel can also help with: Personal care, errands, light cleaning, respite care, transportation, meal prep & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Took care of my husband before he passed enjoyed each minute of it. Took care of my Grandparents also enjoyed and treasured the time with them helping them enjoy each day to their fullest. 10 years of medical. Background checked. Getting re-Certified in CPR & AED., for infant youth and Adult. Brand new car can supply...
Debora can also help with: Personal care
Hello, I have previously worked for Home Instead Healthcare and have plenty of experience caring for seniors.
Rhonda can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, transportation, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Robyn E.
Cocoa Beach, FL
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as honest, loving and compassionate.
I offer companionship and cooking or meal prep. RESPITE CARE- to help out caregivers have much needed alone time.
I'm looking for a job that allows me to show my compassion for others. Nothing makes me happier than cooking for others, meal prepping, light...
Robyn can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, respite care, errands, light cleaning, companionship & more
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I love taking care of people, it is what I have always done. I consider it a privilege rather then a job. Earlier in my career I worked as a Medical Assistant for 20 years. My experience with Senior Care is as follows: Medication management , preparing meals, Laundry, Light housekeeping, assisting with bathroom and showers,...
Jean can also help with: Meal prep, personal care, companionship, dementia, errands, transportation & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
My name is Zykira I have experience working as a care partner at an assisted living. I helped feed, dress, do laundry, sometimes bathing, and grooming.
Zykira can also help with: Errands, transportation, light cleaning, live-in home care
I have been a Caregiver for over 15 yrs and am a licensed CNA, non smoker, and CPR/First Aid Certified. I have taken care of Dementia/Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, Quadriplegic, and Seizure patients to name a few. I can provide Bathing/Dressing, Companionship, Meal Preparation, Transportation Errands/Shopping, Light Housekeeping,...
Deborah can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, companionship, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Yvonne! I am excited to have the opportunity to help a new senior friend! I have over 30years of experience and am interested caregiving position. Some of my experience includes....
~ Hands on care
~ Hospice care
~ Live-In caregiving
~ Compainion care
~ Word games/ thought provoking activities
~...
Yvonne can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, errands, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I provide comprehensive care and support to senior clients, focusing on personalized needs and wellbeing. I am kind, have sympathy, empathy, am very patient, and I'm always respectful. I helped my dad when he battled type two diabetes and my mom when she broke her hip while visiting me. I had to hire a caregiver to help me at...
John F. can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:
CPR
Eva K.
Rockledge, FL
$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Compassionate, Caring, Experienced Caregiver, Nurse Assistant
I have been a licensed Nurse Assistant for 6 years and love helping others and giving a high quality of care. I have a current, clear and active license and I am CPR certified. I have experience working in a hospital environment in Intensive Care, Progressive Care, Medical/Surgical, Home Health, and more. I love spending time...
Eva can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, hospice services, personal care, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
My mother in law had many strokes over several years. I spent her final 2 years as her caregiver. While it was emotionally difficult for me to see her abilities slowly fade away, I became a fixture in her day to create autonomy and deliver companionship. It was incredibly rewarding and I want to help someone else with their...
Brandy can also help with: Dementia, respite care, light cleaning, transportation, errands, meal prep & more
I worked in the private home for 10 yrs taking care of the disabled son. I was responsible for getting him dressed in the morning, feeding his meals breakfast and lunch. Giving his medicine through out the day and doing some recreation with him.
Maxine can also help with: Transportation, errands, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
I have the heart of gold, compassionate, loving, caring, patient, understanding, outgoing, full of energy, and creative. Experience: I've raised two successful adult children. I've previously owned a home daycare for 12 years in Dover, DE. Worked with the school system-orthopedic assisted children for over four years. I've cared...
Annie can also help with: Dementia, personal care
Alexandra P.
Melbourne, FL
$18-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
Swedish/American Caregiver With Experience And Military Background
Hi,
I am Alexandra, I am an experienced and compassionate senior caregiver with over two years of in-home caregiving experience from Sweden. I have worked with clients both with and without dementia, providing personalized care tailored to their unique needs. My responsibilities have included assisting with bathing, dressing,...
Alexandra can also help with: Transportation, errands, light cleaning, dementia, respite care, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Merritt Island, FL
What caregiver services can I find near me in Merritt Island, FL?
Most private senior caregiver services in Merritt Island, 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 Merritt Island.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Merritt Island, FL in 2025?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Merritt Island, FL on Care.com as of February, 2025 is $21.86 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 Merritt Island, FL?
There are currently 7 caregivers in Merritt Island, FL on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Merritt Island, 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 Merritt Island before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Merritt Island, FL background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Merritt Island, 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.
Ratings for Merritt Island, FL caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Caregivers in Merritt Island, FL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed caregivers.