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60 caregivers are listed in Portland, PA
The average rate is $15/hr as of November 2024
The average years of experience for caregivers is 0 years
Caregivers in Portland, PA
Hi! I'm Jenny! I would love to help you and your loved one have piece of mind! I can help with daily tasks, cleaning, cooking, dressing, errands, doctors appointments, medication, and most of all, be a friend! I have a big heart. I am trustworthy, reliable, caring, kind, responsible, have my own car, and a pretty flexible...
Jennifer can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep
5.0
(1)
Hello there! I'm Jeffrey, a compassionate caregiver with a wide range of medical care skills applicable to those who are in need of care in their home environment. I believe I make a good companion as I am patient, easy-going but stern when necessary and focused on promoting wellness. I am adept at meeting patient needs in a...
Jeffrey can also help with: Dementia, personal care, light cleaning, meal prep, errands
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
Home Health Aide
5.0
"When my father was diagnosed with a terminal illness, our family was new to home health. When we interviewed Jefferey J., we knew immediately that he was the aid for us. He proved to be a strong, flexible, and passionate advocate for our father and our family....
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Wendy, And first I want to say that I absolutely love my job I love what I do and I wouldn't change it for the world and I truly believe that God has called me to be a caregiver., In 1996, I decided my joy was to be around the elderly, so I went and got my CNA. Ive worked in various nursing homes and I have also...
Wendy can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep, home modification, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Wendi is a very caring and compassionate professional. Her work ethic is unsurpassed. She is extremely capable to recognize a situation, assess the situation and react to that situation.
OUTSTANDING"
Robert B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I first started care giving for the elderly when I was a teenager, helping my stepfather through a very difficult heart transplant, before, during & after. After that I went on to get my CNA & medical. office certified. I have learned from my experience that this type of work is not for just anyone; I believe you must be...
Traci can also help with: Respite care, dementia, personal care, home modification, live-in home care, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Traci spent the past 2 or 3 years providing in-home care for my brother who was in his early 80's. She was responsible with all elements of personal care primarily assuring for my brothers comfort and well-being. Traci prepared meals, handled all medications,...
John M.
Ekaterine T.
Belvidere, NJ
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(9)
I'm Ekaterine 44 years old female Georgian professional caregiver, friendly and nice person and looking for a job to take care elderly person . Have been working as a caregiver for 10 years. Loved doing my job and willing to to the same for future. Had been helpful and reliable all the time. Helping others is my lovely thing to...
Ekaterine can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, respite care
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Katarina is a wonderful caregiver, very attentive to patient needs, she goes above and beyond to ensure patient needs are met, very happy and grateful for everything Katarina did for us,"
Teresa T.
Dawn S.
Oxford, NJ
$21-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hi! My name is Dawn and I began my Senior caregiver role about 8 years ago. I have always worked in the care field, mainly with children and families and I began to make a transition to seniors in 2016. I am CPR/first aid and AED certified. I consider myself to be a very patient, kind and compassionate person. I have experience...
Dawn can also help with: Meal prep, mobility assistance, light cleaning, companionship, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Dawn is the most competent, compassionate, organized, and responsible caregiver you could ask for. She took great care of my mom always making her feel comfortable and heard. She would accompany her to doctors appointments, take notes and share them with us, and...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hello. I am 62. I was a CNA nights/weekends while raising my five children who are now grown. I also was a pet sitter, school cafeteria worker, and a substitute school secretary, before coming back to caregiving 11 years ago. I have lived and worked in this area for 37 years. I am CPR/AED/First Aid certified. I have an excellent...
Maria can also help with: Personal care, dementia
5.0
"I highly recommend Maria, you will be comfortable and secure from the start. This was so important since my Mom’s last caregiver was dishonest. Maria is so wonderful stepping in and assisting my Mom since I do not live close by. She also knows what my Mom needs...
Donna F.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an experienced caregiver of 10 plus years. I believe being home and comfortable is essential for a loved ones emotional health. I have a Bachelors Degree in Social work, and I have reliable transportation. I believe love and gratitude are vital in maintaining a well rounded life.
Skills:
CPR
I am a certified nurse's aide. I worked at a rehab center with the elder for a little over a year.
Aliesha can also help with: Meal prep, live-in home care, hospice services, errands, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am interested in exploring future employment with you. I have been in the nursing field for over 30 years and child care for over 10 years I have lots of experience and patience with children and a whole lot of love to give. I am a reliable, honest, trustworthy, passionate, individual, I have three children and four...
Mary can also help with: Errands, meal prep, home modification, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
I am a home health aide and have had my cna license and chha license
I'd describe my personality as fun kind friendly compassionate and caring
I like caring for seniors because they are with where my parents were and we learn from their experiences through the lives they have lived we just need to listen and be compassionate...
Debra can also help with: Transportation, companionship, errands, mobility assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Home Health Aide
Hi, my name is Amaia. Senior care holds significant importance for me because my grandmother currently has a caregiver, and truth be told, if she lived closer, I would gladly take on that role. In today's world, everyone needs support and assistance; it's nothing to feel ashamed or embarrassed about. I aspire to create a secure...
Linda K.
Belvidere, NJ
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Full/Part Time Caregiver, Household Property Manager/assistant, Barn And Animal Care.
I've been providing live-in caregiver and household management services since 1989. Acquiring the majority of positions through a formal placement agency. Some live-in positions providing elder care in rural locations. Women who were not ready to leave their homes but needed live-in assistance and companionship. All household...
Linda can also help with: Live-in home care, personal care
Hi, my name is Trista! I've been helping care for seniors for years now and it's something I really enjoy. I helped take care of my grandparents when I was younger, I currently care for two 99-year-olds! I also care for a legally blind 83-year-old every weekend. I help people in my community caring for their parents or...
Trista can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Hello! My name is Lexus and I have a degree in social work. I graduated from Kutztown University with my bachelors in social work along with case management. I currently work full-time as a (child Welfare) professional. I do have a lot of experience working with people in general. I also have experience in running errands for...
Lexus can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, hospice services
Hi, I have over 2 years experience with private caregiver. I am in the process of getting my CNA certification. I am CPR and First Aid certified. In my previous positions as a senior caregiver, I assisted with daily living such as helping with bathing, getting dressed, feeding, light cooking, light housekeeping, and...
Judy can also help with: Errands, transportation, meal prep, light cleaning
Caregiving is more than just a job, it is a passion. I am a skilled cma, cna and chha. I have extensive experience caring for patients with cancer, dementia, respite and end of life care. My goal is to keep your loved ones home and thriving.
I'd describe my personality as compassionate, patient and caring.
I started caring...
Corey can also help with: Meal prep, errands, home modification, mobility assistance, respite care, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
CPR
Melissa V.
Bangor, PA
$8-21/hr
Hello! My name is Melissa. I'm 24 years old and have a 3-year-old daughter. I am looking for caregiving jobs. I have a drivers license and I am available all day everyday
Melissa can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, meal prep, errands
Daisha T.
Columbia, NJ
$14-19/hr • 4 yrs exp
I am a young experienced caregiver with specialized experience with multiple populations. Some of these populations include:
- Children with ID/DD, developmental Delays, Medically Complex needs, cerebral palsy, FrágilX, other genetic disabilities, limitations in mobility
- Adults with ID/DD as a Direct Support Professional...
Daisha can also help with: Dementia, errands, hospice services, meal prep, respite care, light cleaning & more
Nicola S.
East Stroudsburg, PA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Compassionate Caregiver With 18 Years Of Experience.
18 years of healthcare experience. CPR CERTIFIED. I consider it a blessing to provide quality/compassionate care for my patients and their families.
I'd describe my personality as caring, outgoing, and personable.
I like caring for seniors because it's is my passion.
I'm looking for a job that is rewarding in the aspects...
Nicola can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, personal care, meal prep, transportation, errands & more
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Recent caregiver reviews in Portland, PA
Jeffrey J.
5.0
When my father was diagnosed with a terminal illness, our family was new to home health. When we interviewed Jefferey J., we knew immediately that he was the aid for us. He proved to be a strong, flexible, and passionate advocate for our father and our family. He goes above and beyond and is very...
- Care member
Wendy C.
5.0
Wendy took care of my dad for a few weeks and we would have continued forever but decided to move him to assisted living. Wendy was kind and gentle with my dad and good at redirecting him to positive activities. She works very hard and was always looking for something to organize or clean when dad...
- Elizabeth B.
Traci S.
5.0
Traci spent the past 2 or 3 years providing in-home care for my brother who was in his early 80's. She was responsible with all elements of personal care primarily assuring for my brothers comfort and well-being. Traci prepared meals, handled all medications, took care of personal care (bathing,...
- John M.
Ekaterine T.
5.0
I worked as a coworker with Ekaterina. She is very nice, responsible and lovely. I highly recommend Ekaterina as a caregiver for your loved ones!
- Tina P.
Dawn S.
5.0
Dawn is the most competent, compassionate, organized, and responsible caregiver you could ask for. She took great care of my mom always making her feel comfortable and heard. She would accompany her to doctors appointments, take notes and share them with us, and assist with follow up appointments as...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Portland, PA
What caregiver services can I find near me in Portland, PA?
Most private senior caregiver services in Portland, PA 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, PA in 2024?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Portland, PA on Care.com as of November, 2024 is $15.00 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 Portland, PA?
There are currently 1 caregivers in Portland, PA on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Portland, PA 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, PA background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Portland, PA 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.