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60 caregivers are listed in Oak Ridge, TN
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby caregivers is 6 years
Caregivers in Oak Ridge, TN
I have fallen in love working with the memory care community! I have a desire and experience to care for your loved one! I can cook, do house chores, transportation to appointments, very comfortable and trained to do transfers. I have also worked with patients with ALS in my past!
Katelyn can also help with: Dementia, errands, light cleaning, transportation, meal prep
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have 15 years of experience assisting with seniors. I love what I do and feel that it's my calling to be a caregiver. I've worked with those who suffer from Alzheimer's, dementia, and bed bound clients. I'm experienced with the Hoyer lift and feeding tubes. I am able to assist with Transportation Services and Meal Preparation,...
Bethany can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, personal care, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Kelsie W.
Clinton, TN
$20-30/hr
I have a servant heart ready to take on any family that needs help. I have experience in helping patients with day to day activities such as moving, eating, cleaning, running errands, sponge baths, and giving daily medication. I am a quick learner and if need to help in other ways please ask.
I'd describe my personality as...
Marilou D.
Knoxville, TN
$8-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, happy and outgoing.
I like caring for seniors because they have helped others and now they need someone to help them. Also, they are at a vulnerable time in their lives and need to have someone that care of them.
I'm looking for a job that lets me help others and gives me an opportunity...
Marilou can also help with: Companionship, mobility assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
I worked as a caregiver for 4+ years. I ve been working in physical therapy with geriatric patients for 10 years.
I have been in the private home care field for 20 years. My top goal and priority is to work with a family centered around what their specific needs are! I have taken care of seniors with Dementia and Alzheimer's, as well as taking care of a individual with multiple sclerosis. I have extensive experience in all aspects of daily...
Jodi can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
I have provided general senior care/companionship for the past 10 years in both assisted living and home environments. Every person is different with different needs and I base my care-giving on what your family member needs.
Elizabeth can also help with: Dementia
Monna S.
Powell, TN
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Started out caregiving for my elderly mother who has dementia. Loved helping her and decided to help others. I have a passion for helping others, I am a compassionate, caring, helpful individual. Can help with medicine prompting, light housekeeping, help with exercise, laundry, meal prep, and willing to run errands. I have 2...
Monna can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care, meal prep, companionship, errands, dementia & more
5.0
"Monna provided care for my elderly mother with dementia for 2 years until she had to be admitted to the memory care unit. Monna was always kind, understanding, and attentive with my mother. She would do light cooking, personal care, medicine prompting, activities,...
Steve M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm always to work on time, I'm reliable trustworthy and willing to adopt. Just need to try me. I'm sorry I didn't introduce myself . Name is Maimelt , Married with two boys , living in west Knoxville for about 20 yrs now. Been a caregiver for about 15 to 20 years now.
I'd describe my personality as Patient , Kind, quiet.
I...
Maimlt can also help with: Light cleaning, live-in home care, companionship, errands, dementia, hospice services & more
5.0
"Maim it took care of my mom who has dementia in the evenings."
Veenita B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Marjourite. I'm a medical student currently studying nursing at Pellissippi College. I have great experience in the field of caring for the elderly and childcare I've been working as a caregiver for 6 years and counting. I enjoy spending time with the elderly because they share so much wisdom. Most of my caregiving...
Marjourite can also help with: Dementia, meal prep
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Marjourite did an excellent job helping care for my husband's complex medical issues. She was quick to assess any problems and tend to them right away. She is very kind, always on time, and willing to help in any way she could. She was a blessing, and I would...
Cheryl D.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Compassionate caregiver who knows how keep a level head during emergencies. Able to provide a number of services to patients to make them comfortable and safe at all times. Certified in first aid techniques as well as CPR. Excels at exemplifying proper bedside manner.
I'd describe my personality as patience, trustworthy,...
Pat can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, companionship, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"She took care of my mother during my Moms last year or so. She was hard working , very kind and loyal and loving ( enjoys working with seniors…) has good understanding of health issues and how to care for someone with medical complaints. Faithful and dependable....
Care member
5.0
(11)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
After working as a home visitor, teacher and having raised a large family of my own, I felt it was time to redirect my career path to the field of Senior Care. I realized that it was important for Seniors to receive trusted assistance to allow them to stay in their own homes. I have since provided care for 5 elderly women in...
Mary Lou can also help with: Dementia, home modification, personal care
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Mary Lou provided many moments of joy and hope to the last very difficult months of my grandmothers life. I was blessed with an amazing peace that came with having someone so invested and devoted to the well being of my granny be there with her when I couldn't. She...
Case T.
I am originally from Knoxville, move twice but always came back to my roots. It's hard to beat Knoxville. I was married but I am divorced many years. But have 2 children , 5 grandchildren and 2 great grand children. They keep me quite busy when I am not working. I retired several years back from Real-estate and Property...
Selden can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, companionship, errands, meal prep
Hello!
I am Kyle, a highly skilled caregiver looking for regulars! I worked full time at NHC fort sanders honing my care ability for complex long term residents. In my experience as a CNA, I was in charge of 12 residents and performed approximately 30 brief changes 6 bed baths, and 3 showers a day while handing out and picking...
Kyle can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, transportation, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
Rebecca B.
Kingston, TN
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hello loved ones
I know having to look for a caregiver is not as easy as it seems , I have a 4 bedroom home, I can take in any senior citizens, it's better than a nursing home, I will only take in 2 clients let your mother, father be cared for in a home
Rebecca can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Kellie G.
Knoxville, TN
< $10/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have my personal care aide certification. I am currently working as an in home caregiver for a couple! I have past experience working in assisted living facilities in the activities department.
Dependable caregiver looking to care for your loved ones. At homes, hospital or facilities. I am a Certified CNA with over 14 years of experience. Can provide excellent references. I have experience with Dementia care and Hospice care. Non Smoker. Comfortable with pets. I'm fully vaccinated. I have wound care experience, and...
Stacey can also help with: Errands, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, home modification, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
I work part time (full time during summer) for a Parkinson's Disease therapy program so I am very comfortable with care giving! I also have experience with one on one care with those who have dementia.
Lyra can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, dementia
Barbara W.
Louisville, TN
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I was a hospital/visiting nurse for over 30years before retiring. Then I started at home caregiving. I have been a caregiver for 15 years now.
I assist seniors needing care with bathing/dressing, meal prep, companionship, medication reminders, transportation to MD appoints, shopping or just going out for enjoyment. I do light...
Barbara can also help with: Meal prep, personal care, light cleaning, dementia, errands
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am currently fully booked Monday through Friday. I can take occasional weekend senior care jobs once a month.
Kristen can also help with: Errands, dementia, meal prep, companionship, mobility assistance, light cleaning & more
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Recent caregiver reviews in Oak Ridge, TN
Monna S.
5.0
Monna provided care for my elderly mother with dementia for 2 years until she had to be admitted to the memory care unit. Monna was always kind, understanding, and attentive with my mother. She would do light cooking, personal care, medicine prompting, activities, and exercises. I recommend Monna as...
- Steve M.
Maimlt M.
5.0
Maim it took care of my mom who has dementia in the evenings.
- Veenita B.
Marjourite L.
5.0
Marjourite did an excellent job helping care for my husband's complex medical issues. She was quick to assess any problems and tend to them right away. She is very kind, always on time, and willing to help in any way she could. She was a blessing, and I would recommend her highly and would hire her...
- Cheryl D.
Pat G.
5.0
She took care of my mother during my Moms last year or so. She was hard working , very kind and loyal and loving ( enjoys working with seniors…) has good understanding of health issues and how to care for someone with medical complaints. Faithful and dependable. Sense of humor , can laugh with...
- Care member
Mary Lou P.
5.0
Mary Lou provided many moments of joy and hope to the last very difficult months of my grandmothers life. I was blessed with an amazing peace that came with having someone so invested and devoted to the well being of my granny be there with her when I couldn't. She went above and beyond my...
- Case T.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Oak Ridge, TN
What caregiver services can I find near me in Oak Ridge, TN?
Most private senior caregiver services in Oak Ridge, TN 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 Oak Ridge.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Oak Ridge, TN in 2025?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Oak Ridge, TN on Care.com as of January, 2025 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 Oak Ridge, TN?
There are currently 6 caregivers in Oak Ridge, TN on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Oak Ridge, TN 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 Oak Ridge before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Oak Ridge, TN background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Oak Ridge, TN 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.