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43 caregivers are listed in Portage, MI
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby caregivers is 6 years
Caregivers in Portage, MI
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
I have been a caregiver for the last 10 years. I am a CNA. I have taken care of mostly seniors in many different settings. In facilities like Independent Care, Assisted Living and Nursing Homes.
Also, many types of home settings. It makes me feel good to help people at a time of their life where they can't do a normal...
Susan can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, mobility assistance, errands, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Sue is wonderful! She worked for us for only a short time, but the only reason we did not keep her was our finances; we had other help, and could only afford so many people. She is pleasant, easy to teach, works hard, and gets along with both people and pets. IF i...
Donald D.
5.0
(1)
My career and passion has been working with the elderly population and helping them live at their highest potential. I have been caring for seniors for the past 20 years in assisted livings, nursing homes and home health care. I am a licensed physical therapist assistant in MI but recently have been following my passion of...
Karen can also help with: Personal care, dementia, home modification, respite care
5.0
"Karen is wonderful! She is very dedicated to her clients and advocates for them. She has excellent communication skills working with clients and families. She is very dependable and goes above and beyond in providing services. She is patient and compassionate.
I...
Sue S.
5.0
(2)
Hi, my name is Linda.
I've been doing companionship and caregiver for seniors for over 12 plus years. It's something I truly enjoy doing an I've been told I'm good at it. I have over 10 years taking care of clients with Alzheimer, Dementia and Parkinson disease.
Working with seniors is something I truly enjoy doing. I...
Linda can also help with: Errands, meal prep, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Linda is angel! She cared my mother as if she was a member of her family. She additional treated me and my sister as members of her family. She was such an advocate for my mother and went above and beyond helping her and my family during each phase of her disease...
Katie T.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Completed CNA course March of 2016!
CPR Certified
Skilled compassionate caregiver with experience in dementia care. My passion and true desire to help others is what creates exceptional care for your loved one. I have always had the desire to help others both in the work place and through volunteering.
My goal is always to...
Kelly can also help with: Dementia, home modification, personal care
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"If there are angels on Earth, Kelly is one of them. The way she relates and cares for people isn't something that is learned, it's something that drives her whole being. She was fantastic with understanding things going on with my grandma as well as how our...
Katie K.
5.0
(2)
Hi, I'm Lori!
I worked at a company for over 20 years, and I needed a change. I was very close with my grandma who passed away at the age of 95, about 3 years ago. We were very close and hung out a few times a week when she was still able to live on her own. She went to live in assisted living where I was still able to pick her...
Lori can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, errands, companionship, light cleaning, respite care & more
5.0
"Lori is honest, dependable, timely, and considerate. She is very caring and dedicated to her work. When I first met Lori I was impressed with the way she looked after her Grandmother and attended to her needs. That first impression has been reinforced over the...
Bev S.
I have been a caregiver for 7 years, I have a big heart for taking care of people I have worked all the way from independent living all the way to dementia and Alzheimer, I am willing to just clean a home. Keep someone company bathe them. I am open to discussion.
Harley can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care, dementia
My Grandmother was diagnosed with Alzheimer's and before going into the Nursing Home I took care of her daily needs such as shopping, cleaning, bathing, reading, etc...
Valerie can also help with: Personal care, dementia
I have experience caring for the elderly. I have been just a companion, helped with house chores, running errands, meal prep and cooking and appointment transportation.
Hi there! I have had experience with caring for the elderly for 6.5 years. I have worked in assisted living/memory care and in-home care as well. Working with the elderly is one of my passions! I am tender-hearted, careful and kind.
Hello!
My name is Annika, I am a 21-year-old CNA/EMT with 3 years of experience in CNA and 9 years in Home health care. My passion lies in working with the elderly community, and I can assist with transportation, meal preparation, ADL, and light cleaning
Annika can also help with: Hospice services, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, personal care, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Cathy H.
Kalamazoo, MI
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(8)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Experienced Caregiver Available Full-Time
I have worked as a Home Health Aide and Certified Nursing Assistant for over 35 years. I have also worked as a babysitter, nanny, pet sitter, and house sitter. I love meeting new people and assisting them with their daily needs.
Cathy can also help with: Respite care, personal care, home modification, dementia
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I had to give up driving and needed help to get to doctor appointments. She helps me remember things which is a huge help. Cathy is dependable and a very sweet person. I would give her ten stars!"
Rita D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Emily!
I have been a caregiver my whole life from babysitting as a young girl, helping care for my grandfather in my late teens and early 20's to working as a licensed CNA for 12 years.
During my years as a CNA I was able to work in many care settings, but I was always lead back to caring for the elderly. I worked in...
Emily can also help with: Companionship, errands, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services & more
5.0
"Emily does a wonderful job caring for my good friend. She is very sweet and loving with her. She likes to keep busy and does any task she’s been asked to do. She’s not one to sit around play on her phone. She will take care of your loved one as if they are her...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Personal care hourly rates are dependent on care being provided.
I have a degree in special education.
I'm hopefully the next great fit for your family.
I have experience working with all ages (elderly, adults, &children )in a variety of settings.
I have a background in nursing/personal care&education. Everything I do in life is...
Beth can also help with: Personal care, respite care, dementia
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
(2)
Hi! I'm Emily. I'm a well-rounded, dependable and competent caregiver with a wide, varied and versatile skill set and a great work ethic. I have a lifetime of experience caring for family members and pets of all ages (oldest daughter of 4) and several years' experience doing in-home care for elderly housebound clients doing...
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, transportation, errands
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Wound Care
5.0
"Emily was great with JJ. She took good care of him and gave him plenty of attention. "
John B.
Isabella A.
Kalamazoo, MI
$15-40/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Isabella, I am a 21-year-old Musical Theatre major at WMU. I gained my caregiving experience as a care aide working at MediLodge in east Lansing. I am passionate about providing save and compassionate care. My average patient assignment was 12-18 at the time. Even though things were always chaotic, it was my...
Isabella can also help with: Hospice services, mobility assistance, respite care, personal care, dementia, companionship & more
I Have taken care of my 87-year-old mom for 20 years and also I have taken care of my brother who has had cancer. my job requirements were Feeding, Bathing / Dressing, Companionship, Meal Preparation, Transportation, Errands / Shopping, Light Housekeeping Care Concerns: Dementia | Alzheimer's I also worked with this and also...
Maxine can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, personal care
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
CPR
Adrienne S.
Kalamazoo, MI
$11-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
I Have Always Worked With People. My Passion Is To Help Provide A Break For Those Who Need It.
I'd describe my personality as patient, empathetic, caring.
I like caring for seniors because my passion is empowering people to be the best they can be. Everyone needs a break!
I'm looking for a job that allows me to use my calm, positive personality to help people.
I started caring for seniors when my own husband...
Adrienne can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Hi! My name is Connie. I'm an experienced caregiver & teacher who loves working with the elderly, children and animals!
I'm available everyday for a weekly cap of 30 hours or less, 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. & 3:30 to 7 p.m. (negotiable) to care for aging parents. I am very reliable. I also don't mind providing transport or light...
Connie can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, errands, meal prep, dementia
Hello, I'm Kylia ! I've been a caregiver/HHA for 8 yrs now and I love what I do. I'm from Kalamazoo, MI and was raised in Ann Arbor, MI. I went to Washtenaw Community College and was majoring in Pre-medicine. My dreams are to be able to go back to school to get my PHD to be a neurosurgeon. I'd describe my personality as...
Kylia can also help with: Dementia, errands, companionship, meal prep, mobility assistance, light cleaning & more
Hi, I am a very calm, patient and kind caregiver. I love working with seniors. I enjoy helping them as much as I can in their daily lives. I also enjoy getting to know my residents, I feel it is very important to make my resident not feel like I'm only here for a check, I want them to feel comfortable with me and know that I...
Kelley can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, mobility assistance, companionship, live-in home care, dementia & more
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Recent caregiver reviews in Portage, MI
Susan A.
5.0
Sue is wonderful! She worked for us for only a short time, but the only reason we did not keep her was our finances; we had other help, and could only afford so many people. She is pleasant, easy to teach, works hard, and gets along with both people and pets. IF i HAD UNLIMITED MONEY, SHE WOULD...
- Donald D.
Karen G.
5.0
Karen is wonderful! She is very dedicated to her clients and advocates for them. She has excellent communication skills working with clients and families. She is very dependable and goes above and beyond in providing services. She is patient and compassionate.
I highly recommend Karen!!
- Sue S.
Linda J.
5.0
Linda is angel! She cared my mother as if she was a member of her family. She additional treated me and my sister as members of her family. She was such an advocate for my mother and went above and beyond helping her and my family during each phase of her disease which was the most difficult time of...
- Katie T.
Kelly F.
5.0
Kelly is a wonderful caregiver. Conscientious and understanding, she will be an asset to you, her care-giver and your home. She cared selflessly for my 90+-year-old father for over 2 years. They became the best of friends and when Kelly was with him I never had to worry about his well being. That...
- David S.
Lori G.
5.0
Lori is honest, dependable, timely, and considerate. She is very caring and dedicated to her work. When I first met Lori I was impressed with the way she looked after her Grandmother and attended to her needs. That first impression has been reinforced over the years.
- Bev S.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Portage, MI
What caregiver services can I find near me in Portage, MI?
Most private senior caregiver services in Portage, MI 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 Portage.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Portage, MI in 2025?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Portage, MI on Care.com as of January, 2025 is $19.80 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 Portage, MI?
There are currently 10 caregivers in Portage, MI on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Portage, MI 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 Portage before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Portage, MI background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Portage, MI 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 Portage, MI caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Caregivers in Portage, MI are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews of the 43 listed caregivers.