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48 caregivers are listed in Salem, VA
The average posted rate is $15/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby caregivers is 4 years
Caregivers in Salem, VA
5.0
(2)
I have worked with seniors in the retirement field for 21+ years, including roles as activity/ life enrichment coordinator. I am a cheerful, upbeat person who likes to laugh. I am happy to assist with Meal prep, shopping, med reminders, assist with dressing/ light housekeeping/ laundry, pet friendly: I enjoy and encourage...
Marycatherine can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, meal prep, companionship, errands & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"I’ve worked with MarCatherine for 3 years. She’s kind and compassionate. My mother-in-law loves her! "
Care member
Rhonda S.
Salem, VA
$13-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Available Caregiver Looking For Part Time Work, Also Light Housekeeping, And Meal Prep.,
I have been a caregiver for cancer and dementia patients. I am a Christian, honest and trustworthy. I also do volunteer work at my church FCC, for disabled children.
Greetings! I first gained experience by working in a nursing home facility many years ago and it was my Mother who trained me. When I was younger, I never thought about turning around and using those same skills with my Mom whenever she got older but that day finally came. I took care of my Mother from 2006 until 2018 is when...
Virginia can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, dementia, mobility assistance, meal prep, personal care & more
Skills:
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
I have been a patient care tech at a local hospital for a year in a half . I love caring for people. I am a mother of three teenage boys and my fur babies.
Dawn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, errands, transportation
I am down to earth, very loving, and would ensure quality care to your loved one. I have worked with a variety of clients, and am able to fit many different client needs.
Alexis can also help with: Errands, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
I have been a CNA for 10 plus years. I have experience in Hospice, Long Term Care, Hospital, and Private Care. I am compassionate and always go the extra mile when it comes to care. I was raised by grandparents who I love more than anything. I am comfortable with bathing, feeding, medication reminders, errands, and house...
Danielle can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CNA
I have my Bachelor's of Science in Nursing from Jefferson College of Health Sciences. I am currently a Registered Nurse at Lewis Gale. I work on a floor where I deal with a large number of elderly people, and I absolutely love my job. I help with feeding, giving medications, bathing, toileting, etc. I'm very compassionate about...
Katie can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, dementia & more
Judy H.
Salem, VA
$13-17/hr
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I enjoy being with senior citizens and listening to their life experiences. And would also welcome companionship as I live alone. I was my mother s caregiver and would take her out to enjoy flowers and eating lunch at the park. She had stroke dementia. One of my dearest friends lived to be 99 and was also without sight.
My name is Lisa and I have been a certified nursing assistant for 5 years. I have experience in long-term, short-term, and Rehabilitation patients. I have worked in a nursing home in for the last couple of years I have done Home Care. I enjoy what I do and I enjoy taking care of your mother, father, and grandparents it is the...
Lisa can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, personal care, visiting physician
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
I have a love of caring for and helping people, which encouraged me to pursue nursing as my career choice. I have experience from helping with my grandmother when her health was declining and was receiving part time at home hospice care. My mom and I played a huge role in preparing her meals, setting up her medications and...
Taylor can also help with: Errands, live-in home care, personal care, meal prep, light cleaning
Experience with seniors in companion and personal care assistance. In home care with ADLs including bathing, dressing, meals. I was also a caregiver to a family member with vascular dementia for 5 years. I love doing activities like music, baking, and gardening with them.
Clare can also help with: Transportation, dementia, meal prep, errands, light cleaning
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 20years experience in senior care I love every single minute of what I do. I have experience in Alzheimer's and Dementia, I also have experience with bedridden patients, feeding patients, giving meds, diabetic patients, giving shots, checking blood sugar, bathing patients, groceries shopping, I'm a on time person, very...
Yvonne can also help with: Errands, companionship, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Yvonne is a great worker and has a lot of experience with senior care. She shows initiative and is very willing to help."
Eileen S.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a loving person that enjoys caring for the elderly. I have 16 years experience in caring for the elderly. I have had experience dealing with many disabilities and needs that accompany old age such as physical limitations and mental handicaps and different senility Bathing, meal prep, medication prompting, transfer assist,...
Latasha can also help with: Live-in home care, personal care, dementia, hospice services, home modification, respite care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Latasha helped me out in an urgent situation. She was kind, warm, and calming. If I ever need help again, I would definitely reach out to her."
Nadine F.
4.2
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a Christian lady with 11 yrs experience in caring for the elderly. I worked in a nursing facility and I received my CNA license from this facility. I also did some private duty care. I have a lot of compassion for the elderly and I believe in giving them the best of my care. I left this field for awhile but I have been back...
Sandra can also help with: Personal care, dementia
Skills:
CNA
4.0
"Sandra was on time, easy to talk with and seemed like she would be a good fit for my needs. Thanks, Bonnie"
Bonnie D.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
In the Fall of 2019, I resigned from 12+ years in rewarding leadership roles at a world famous estate in Asheville, NC in order to have flexibility to do more of the things that I love in my life. I am seeking a part time position where my skills and personality are a good fit with the needs of an individual/family. I am...
Karen can also help with: Companionship, mobility assistance, light cleaning, dementia, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Karen is a wonderful asset to our family. She gets along wonderfully with my mother and acts professionally with a deep level of caring. She is intelligent, communicative, proactive, alert and helpful. She has been a true team player, working to make sure that...
Summer M.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is LaDonna. I'm an In home caregiver with 25 plus years experience. Specializing in Elderly care, Hospice, and Palative care. Also Alzheimer's and Dementia. I have experience with Feeding tubes and pumps, all types of urinary catheter, and Colostomy care. I know how important it is for you to find someone who is...
Ladonna can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, personal care, light cleaning, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Ladonna cared for my mother for a month in the fall of 2021, before my mother moved in with family. From my mother's perspective, it was the best month she'd had in years, and I totally agree! Ladonna is very kind and caring, and also very hardworking. She is...
Eloise C.
Shanelle E.
Roanoke, VA
$19/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Before moving further, I am a male. I am a caregiver and have been doing this work for 7 years now. I really enjoy the work and being around older people in general. Definitely one of the most energetic and happy people you'll ever meet, and I'm always ready to work with new people and learn! I am very strong so lifting will not...
Shanelle can also help with: Live-in home care, personal care, dementia
5.0
"Shanelle is a personable, motivated, flexible and dependable young man. I will use him again when needed and would gladly recommend him to my friends! Can't say enough positive about him!"
Beth G.
I have an extensive history of caregiving for people of all ages. I have been a CNA for over 7 years and a Med Tech for two years. I truly enjoy being there for someone in their most vulnerable state. I enjoy providing comfort for the clients I'm taking care of with compassion and patience.
Alison can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, live-in home care, meal prep, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
I worked in home care for 25 years and love helping seniors. I have cared for seniors for 21 years on & off. I can give many references and a resume.
Michele can also help with: Live-in home care, home modification, hospice services, personal care, visiting physician, dementia & more
Sharon L.
Roanoke, VA
$20-24/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Sharon & I have over 20 years of experience in caring for others. I have cared for people of all ages and stages of life. I once operated a home day care for children from 8 weeks to 6 years of age. I am present with the children I care for, engaging in activities & creative play time. I have experience helping...
Sharon can also help with: Respite care
Skills:
CPR
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Recent caregiver reviews in Salem, VA
Marycatherine C.
5.0
We were so pleased with the care we received!! Marycatherine was amazing with my dad who has Alzheimer’s -so compassionate and sweet with him while she did everything he needed! She helped my mom too and was just the companion she needed when she was not helping my dad! We highly recommend her! She...
- Care member
Yvonne S.
5.0
I don’t know what our family would have done without Yvonne. Upon losing our 2nd caregiver..Yvonne stepped up and stayed with our Mother for almost 6 months straight.
She is dependable, kept our Mother’s home in order and is a very good cook. She kept our mother clean from head to toe and never...
- Care member
Latasha L.
5.0
Latasha helped me out in an urgent situation. She was kind, warm, and calming. If I ever need help again, I would definitely reach out to her.
- Nadine F.
Sandra A.
5.0
Sandra works well with both facility staff and co-care givers; and communicates well with family. She is dependable, honest and dedicated to those in her charge. Our family was very comfortable in knowing that with Sandra, our elderly Mother was in good care. I am happy to provide this quality...
- Elliott S.
Karen D.
5.0
Karen is an extraordinary caregiver to our elderly dad. She is totally reliable, punctual and trustworthy. She communicates with us after each visit, and identifies any needs or concerns she thinks might be important. She takes him grocery shopping and to appointments or outings. Our dad looks...
- Lucinda W.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Salem, VA
What caregiver services can I find near me in Salem, VA?
Most private senior caregiver services in Salem, VA 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 Salem.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Salem, VA in 2025?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Salem, VA on Care.com as of March, 2025 is $15.09 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 Salem, VA?
There are currently 11 caregivers in Salem, VA on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Salem, VA 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 Salem before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Salem, VA background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Salem, VA 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.