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60 caregivers are listed in Portland, ME
The average posted rate is $25/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby caregivers is 5 years
Caregivers in Portland, ME
Darcy S.
Portland, ME
$13-30/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Darcy and I just moved to Portland, ME this July. Before moving, I previously worked for a year as a caregiver at Shard Villa, a small level three residential facility back home in Vermont. As a caregiver, I helped with dressing, bathing, meal preparation, and transferring residents. However, I did not administer...
Darcy can also help with: Errands, meal prep, live-in home care, respite care, light cleaning, dementia & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
I started caring for seniors when I was looking for a career change from marketing. I knew I'd always had a caregiver aspect to my personality that I'd never used professionally, so I wanted to try caregiving. I liked it so much I considered becoming a nurse.
I'd describe my personality as creative, honest, and...
Erin can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care, meal prep, transportation, errands
Rebecca R.
Portland, ME
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have been a caregiver for the elderly since 2007. I am presently enrolled in a Certificate program in Gerontology. I have always been around the elderly--family and their friends. Now as I do this work, I see how much the older population needs more attention and deserve to age in place with grace and dignity.
Rebecca can also help with: Personal care, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, errands, respite care & more
5.0
(1)
I have experience in nursing home care as CNA and LPN. I also have recent experience as senior in home and facility companion/caregiver. I have training and experience with general geriatrics, hospice care and dementia. I have an AA in Early Childhood Education and BS Applied Science. I am always eager to learn.
Lisa can also help with: Hospice services, respite care, personal care, dementia, visiting nurse
5.0
"Warm. Conscientious. Professional. Hardworking. These are just a few words that describe Lisa. It has been a relief to know that Lisa has been caring for my mother and father for the past several years. Lisa goes above and beyond to be sure that my parents have...
Ann N.
5.0
(2)
I pride myself in being an excellent caregiver. I have 30 years of experience and excellent references for both childcare and senior care. I am a Certified Nurses Aid, registered with the State of Maine. I am CPR certified and have extensive medical background and experience. I spent 10 years as an owner of a very successful...
Kimberley can also help with: Home modification, errands, light cleaning, companionship, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
5.0
"Kim is a conscientious and dedicated person. She has worked in health care for over 15 years, she is industrious and knowledgeable. She is excellent in crisis management. Hygiene, record keeping and communication are important to her."
LaDonna B.
Halee J.
Falmouth, ME
$22-40/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Halee. I am a dedicated, hard working, caring and compassionate caregiver with years of experience working with individuals who are diagnosed with Alzheimer's / Dementia. I would love to assist your loved one through their journey!
Halee can also help with: Errands, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, hospice services & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Halee is working for my family now, caring for my Mom in her home. My mom is on hospice and has limited capabilities. We call Halee "Mom's angel". When we first hired Halee, we were impressed with how professionally she presented herself and how she confidently...
Betsy P.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a certified PSS (Personal Support Specialist) Caregiver/Companion with 16 years of experience caring for seniors aged 70 to 100. I have extensive experience working with Dementia/Alzheimer's clients and in 2016 received the Excellence in Long-Term Care Award from the State of Maine. In facilities, I have worked one on one...
Lai Jan can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Jo is so respectful and hard working. We feel lucky to have found her. She is consistent in delivering a high work ethic and compassionate patient care. Any home would benefit from her caring nature."
Colleen M.
5.0
(1)
Hi I'm Lisa!
I've been an in-home caregiver for 8 years. I love the people I work with and the work I do. Over the years, I've worked with clients who've been easy-going and fun, as well as clients that have been challenging due to Alzheimer's and Dementia.
I'm very passionate about senior care. I am kind, calm, patient...
Lisa can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, personal care, errands, hospice services, meal prep & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
5.0
"My family and I had the pleasure and privilege of having Lisa work in our home for 2.5 years. Lisa always came in with a positive attitude and joy. My loved one could be a challenge. The level of care, professionalism and empathy she demonstrated blew me away. Lisa...
Shannon E.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Please note I am a Registered Medical Assistant, that option was not available.
I have been a middle school teacher and a RMA.
I have a powerful work ethic. Therefore I am reliable, dependable, trustworthy and dedicated.
I have a positive attitude about most things. I make lemonade.
My passions are yoga, reading, gardening (...
Jodi can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, dementia, errands, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Licensed Nurse
CNA
5.0
"It is my pleasure to provide a review of Jodi, who cared for my father diagnosed with mid-level Alzheimer's. Jodi is an exceptional caregiver who displayed a great sense of humor, patience, and creativity in finding activities that my father enjoyed.
Jodi's...
Matthew M.
Sonya M.
South Portland, ME
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have always been a caregiver by nature. I am very kind and patient with a loving heart.
I have many years experience as a CNA. I am experienced in all aspects of home health such as personal care, walking assists, exercising, as well
Alzheimer's, dementia and Parkinson's,
Paralysis, feeding , colostomy bags, wound care and...
Sonya can also help with: Errands, transportation, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Home Health Aide
Gretchen H.
Cumberland Center, ME
$13-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi! I am a reliable, kind-hearten caregiver. I worked in our family wholesale flower shop until its closing a few years ago. I am a mother of three fantastic children and a grandmother to two wonderful grandchildren. I am looking for meaningful work. I have been a caregiver most of my life while also holding down another job. I...
Gretchen can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services
Hello my name is Kate. I'm a 45-year-old single mom with 2 grown daughters and 2 fur babies. I am also a self employed cosmetologist for over 20 years! I pride myself on my empathetic heart and kind nature. I have experience caring for seniors with I was my grandmother's caregiver through her end of life, assisting with all of...
Kate can also help with: Respite care, hospice services, errands, meal prep, transportation, light cleaning & more
Joanna L.
Cumberland Foreside, ME
$15-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-Time Caregiver, Housekeeper, Babysitter, Date Night
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I've worked with seniors for the past 16 years with various agencies. I love giving back and helping those that have a need.
Joanna can also help with: Live-in home care, personal care, home modification, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
During my junior year of high school I volunteered at various places, including a nursing home for six months. In my second year of college I had a privilege to work for a terminally ill client in her home for 3 months until her last days. I offered companionship and assisted her with daily living activities. Since then, I have...
Gentille can also help with: Meal prep, personal care, errands, dementia, respite care, light cleaning & more
Hello! I am an occupational therapist working in a hospital setting looking for additional work as a caregiver around my full time job. I have been an OT for 5 years but before this I worked with an elderly gentleman as his caregiver, and before that in an assisted living facility. I am responsible and kind and would love to...
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
Elizabeth H.
Scarborough, ME
$45-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Highly Qualified Caregiver With OT Experience, And A Gentle Nature, That Will Treat You Like Family
I have been working in occupational therapy for over 10+ years, mostly in skilled nursing facilities, but also hospitals. I've worked both as a therapist, and also as the Director of Rehabilitation. These skills and knowledge will allow me to provide care that is truly unparalleled. My experience in OT, which focuses on ADLS...
Elizabeth can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning, errands, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Reliable, patient caregiver with 18 years experience. Looking to help out evenings and weekends with your loved one. Current CNA certification.
Alysha can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, companionship, meal prep, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
I have worked with seniors in different capacities and I'm currently going to grad school for gerontology. I have always had a passion for helping the elderly. Right now I am on the administrative side of elderly care, but I am hoping to do this as it's more fulfilling. I am looking for 40 hrs a week. Please let me know if you...
Zoe can also help with: Respite care, home modification, meal prep, errands, light cleaning
I am an excellent cook (from scratch), and I am intelligent, motivated, empathetic, and responsible. I had experience caring for alzheimers patient as a live-in caregiver during Covid (16 months) and as a companion caregiver for more mobile patients. For one person, I was part pt trainer and part sous chef since she couldn't...
Micah can also help with: Meal prep, errands, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, hospice services & more
Ronni D.
South Portland, ME
$30/hr • 4 yrs exp
I have been taking care of a woman with dementia for the last 9 months and thoroughly enjoy spending time and making sure she is well taken care of in my care. Unfortunately she is going into a home and I would love to give my attention to someone else who needs a companion to care for them.
Ronni can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, live-in home care, light cleaning, companionship, errands & more
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Recent caregiver reviews in Portland, ME
Lisa F.
5.0
Warm. Conscientious. Professional. Hardworking. These are just a few words that describe Lisa. It has been a relief to know that Lisa has been caring for my mother and father for the past several years. Lisa goes above and beyond to be sure that my parents have what they need and she takes the...
- Ann N.
Kimberley W.
5.0
Kim is a conscientious and dedicated person. She has worked in health care for over 15 years, she is industrious and knowledgeable. She is excellent in crisis management. Hygiene, record keeping and communication are important to her.
- LaDonna B.
Halee J.
5.0
Halee is working for my family now, caring for my Mom in her home. My mom is on hospice and has limited capabilities. We call Halee "Mom's angel". When we first hired Halee, we were impressed with how professionally she presented herself and how she confidently suggested things that she could...
- Betsy P.
Lai Jan W.
5.0
Jo is so respectful and hard working. We feel lucky to have found her. She is consistent in delivering a high work ethic and compassionate patient care. Any home would benefit from her caring nature.
- Colleen M.
Lisa D.
5.0
My family and I had the pleasure and privilege of having Lisa work in our home for 2.5 years. Lisa always came in with a positive attitude and joy. My loved one could be a challenge. The level of care, professionalism and empathy she demonstrated blew me away. Lisa always went above and beyond...
- Shannon E.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Portland, ME
What caregiver services can I find near me in Portland, ME?
Most private senior caregiver services in Portland, ME 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 Portland.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Portland, ME in 2025?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Portland, ME on Care.com as of February, 2025 is $25.22 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 Portland, ME?
There are currently 23 caregivers in Portland, ME on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Portland, ME 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 Portland before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Portland, ME background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Portland, ME 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.