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Hello, my name is Joan, and I've been loving my time as a nanny/sitter/caregiver for the past 20 years. You can rest assured that I will provide you stability and reassurance during my time with you. I look forward in meeting you.
Joan can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, light cleaning, errands
Ann Marie P.
Polk City, FL
$13-18/hr • 10 yrs exp
I took care of my dad since I was 16 years old, managing medications. Keeping in the house, clean, laundry also doing store errands and running him to and from his appointments. Setting his appointments, being sure he remembered them.
Helping him get dressed if needed.
Having cared for my father with compassion and dedication...
Ann Marie can also help with: Errands, light cleaning
Amber E.
Lakeland, FL
$10-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
Part-Time/Full-Time Caregiver, Elder Companion, And Housekeeper
5.0
(2)
I've known from a very young age how rewarding caring for the elderly can be. My mother worked as a nurse for over 30 years and most of what I've learned - patience, discipline, kindness, empathy - came from watching her work. It wasn't until my grandmother and grandfather moved in that I really found my passion for helping...
Amber can also help with: Respite care, dementia, personal care
5.0
"Amber is a very attentive and hard working caregiver, kind would definitely hire again"
Patricia R.
Robin J.
Lakeland, FL
$17/hr • 4 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as personable, caring and humorous
I like caring for seniors because I truly enjoy their company, the stories of their lives and I want to ensure that the time they have is spent enjoying as much of it that they can.
I'm looking for a job that I can make a difference in the quality of life for not...
Robin can also help with: Transportation, light cleaning, home modification, meal prep, errands
I have worked with many amazing families. I am proficient in all areas of home health and caregiving.
You are not treated like a client. You are treated like a beloved family member.
Kristina D can also help with: Mobility assistance, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, hospice services & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
Private duty caregivers specialize in the assisted living of aging seniors and have the expertise, compassion and patience to keep your loved one happy.
Linda E.
Lakeland, FL
$23/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! I'm Linda , and I'm passionate about bringing joy and an upbeat attitude to the lives of seniors. With a warm smile and a cheerful disposition, I strive to create an uplifting environment where it is filled with laughter and connection. My background in caregiving has equipped me with the skills to provide compassionate...
Linda can also help with: Errands, home modification, dementia, meal prep, mobility assistance, light cleaning & more
Keishanna M.
Lakeland, FL
$16-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello my name is Keishanna, I am 18 years old I am very mature for my age. I love helping people and making sure they are okay. I have a huge heart. I have experienced in the field. I had to take care of my uncle who had stage 5 cancer. I had to bath, feed help him get out of bed, and also give him his medicine every day. I have...
Keishanna can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, home modification
I love God and I love people. From a very young age, I have been passionate about caring for people. I devoted over 30 years of my life ministering to children and it's been so rewarding.
When my Mom started to lose her mobility 5 years ago, I automatically became her primary caregiver. It was a natural transition from caring...
Adline can also help with: Errands, meal prep, mobility assistance, light cleaning, respite care, home modification & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Katherine H.
Lakeland, FL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello there, I am a certified nursing assistant with over 23 years of medical experience. I am a third generation caregiver. My grandmother started me on this path to help others in need. I started private duty at the age of 16, taking care of a wheelchair bound client. Received my Florida CNA license in 2001 . I have worked in...
Katherine can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, respite care, personal care, hospice services
Skills:
CNA
Wound Care
CPR
5.0
"Katherine joined our home caregiver team in the past year of 2+ years. She proved to be the most valuable, dependable and competent of 20 caregivers we employed. A very professional and compassionate CNA. Her knowledge of full-care patient needs and end-of-life...
Robert U.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I worked for comfort keepers for a year and received many credentials while there. I have experience with special needs and I can supply references if needed.
Lindy can also help with: Dementia, personal care
5.0
"Lindy is amazing! My mother has dementia and Lindy takes care of her 3 nights/weekly. She assists with her showers, dressing, grooming, and dental hygiene. She even gives her foot rubs! My mother and the staff at her Assisted Living Facility love her. She has also...
Kimberly M.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I have experience with quadriplegics, Alzheimer's/Dementia. I can do lifting, cleaning, administering medication and bathing. I am a very compassionate and loving person. I take my job serious and I am always on time. I am passionate about what I do because I'm a family woman. I have been raised around elders my entire...
Tanya can also help with: Personal care, live-in home care, visiting physician, dementia
5.0
"She is a very amazing sweet and kindhearted person. Very helpful in many ways. She's good at housekeeping cleaning tending to children tending to elders and tending to those in need not to mention she's a great cook. He is an all-around great person to know and to...
Keli B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am Certified Medical Assistant, with 10 experience as senior a caregiver.
I've work with Alzheimer's, Dementia, Parkinson's seniors, respiratory.
I am a reliable and dependable, and take pride in making sure your loves ones have the best care possible. I've experienced with feeding tube, regular feeding and meal...
Yamonie can also help with: Personal care, dementia, hospice services
5.0
"Yamonie cared for my elderly mother who had dementia and became very child-like and needed constant supervision. She became a member of our family and we all love her. She is very skilled, caring and playful. Until the very end of her life my mother's whole face...
Debra B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Victoria! I am 24 years old and from Lakeland. I have worked over 500+ hours as a certified nursing assistant through UF Health. I graduated with my bachelors degree in Health Science from UF in 2022. I have spent a lot of time working with dementia and Alzheimer's patients through my work at an adult daycare...
Victoria can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, hospice services, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Victoria helped us out for just a short time, but we had a great experience with her. She's knowledgeable, kind, and flexible."
Wilma D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been working with Seniors for 14 years. I love helping out where ever help is needed. - errands, cooking, companionship, laundry, housekeeping. Just to sit and talk if they want a friend to talk to or someone to listen. I have excellent references and have had a level 2 background check. I live in South Lakeland. I am...
Becky can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care, dementia, meal prep, mobility assistance, companionship & more
5.0
"Becky helped as a caregiver for our 93 year old mom. My mom adored her and looked forward to her coming every day. Becky is truly caring, kind, compassionate and very attentive to all the needs of those she cares for. Becky was a true blessing to my mom and our...
Beth E.
Amanda S.
Eagle Lake, FL
$25/hr • 8 yrs exp
Very Compassionate, Understanding, Warm Hearted Private Caregiver
5.0
(1)
Hello! I absolutely love spending time with seniors. I enjoy providing companionship and listening to their stories. I love to cook! I am able to assist with all activities of daily living including light housekeeping, cooking, personal care, transportation, medication, exercise... I have extensive training/experience working...
Amanda can also help with: Light cleaning, mobility assistance, companionship, meal prep, errands, dementia & more
5.0
"Re: Amanda Recommendation
To Whom it may concern: I am delighted to recommend Amanda for employment. She worked with my husband, an Alzheimer patient, for the past 9 months; she is prompt, attentive, and professional. She was always ready to take on whatever...
Care member
Maria C.
Winter Haven, FL
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 10 year experience I'm very compassionate caregiver I have a genuine love for people I have a CNA license HHA certification . Alzhaimer and dementia certification and CPR certified have a experience working with patient whit Alzhaimer , Reference provided
Maria can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, dementia, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Maria cared for our Mother during a very difficult time for her, our Dad and family toward the end of her battle with Lewy Body Dementia. Maria was always kind, caring and very dependable. She did grocery shopping, some cooking, cleaning, took our folks for...
Sherri W.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 3+ years of paid experience with senior caregiver employment; and many more years paid experience as a private Nanny for newborn & up. 23 years experience as a mother of 4 children ages 14-23; one with special needs.
I can assist within a variety of areas. I have a full government background check current as of January...
Kelly can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care, mobility assistance, meal prep, errands, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Kelly is incredibly empathetic to the needs of the people she cares for. She goes above and beyond for her clients. She is amazing with kids as well. I highly recommend her."
Care member
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 9 years of experience of homecare . I can I be your caregiver and help enjoy life and make you smile and as a highly and empathetic and caring caregiver with extensive experience in the caregiving field. I have worked in nursing homes and private home care, l love my job and patience and compassion are essential I've...
Udine can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, errands, dementia, light cleaning
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Starr K.
Davenport, FL
$29/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as caring, compassionate and loving
I like caring for seniors because I help my grandmother when she was transitioning and I want to help others with living a full life in there senior life
I'm looking for a job that is fulfilling and my giving back makes me feel fully fulfilled
I started caring...
Starr can also help with: Errands, home modification, live-in home care, light cleaning, meal prep, respite care & more
Skills:
CPR
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Recent caregiver reviews in Polk City, FL
Amber E.
5.0
Amber was a very kind, attentive and punctual caregiver to my mother who suffers from chronic pain. Would definitely recommend her caregiving services!
- Care member
Katherine H.
5.0
Katherine joined our home caregiver team in the past year of 2+ years. She proved to be the most valuable, dependable and competent of 20 caregivers we employed. A very professional and compassionate CNA. Her knowledge of full-care patient needs and end-of-life conditions were indispensable. We...
- Robert U.
Lindy Z.
5.0
Lindy is amazing! My mother has dementia and Lindy takes care of her 3 nights/weekly. She assists with her showers, dressing, grooming, and dental hygiene. She even gives her foot rubs! My mother and the staff at her Assisted Living Facility love her. She has also provided transportation for my...
- Kimberly M.
Tanya D.
5.0
She is a very amazing sweet and kindhearted person. Very helpful in many ways. She's good at housekeeping cleaning tending to children tending to elders and tending to those in need not to mention she's a great cook. He is an all-around great person to know and to have work for you.
- Keli B.
Yamonie B.
5.0
I cannot say enough about Yamonie (Radha). She is a fabulous caregiver who genuinely cares. She took exceptional care of my husband who was stricken with Parkinson's disease and on a feeding tube. She maintained a strict schedule seemingly with ease. Radha . . . ensured his vitals were...
- Penny C.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Polk City, FL
What caregiver services can I find near me in Polk City, FL?
Most private senior caregiver services in Polk City, 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 Polk City.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Polk City, FL in 2025?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Polk City, FL on Care.com as of January, 2025 is $12.50 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 Polk City, FL?
There are currently 2 caregivers in Polk City, FL on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Polk City, 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 Polk City before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Polk City, FL background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Polk City, 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.