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60 caregivers are listed in Santa Cruz, CA
The average posted rate is $24/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby caregivers is 4 years
Caregivers in Santa Cruz, CA
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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have been a caregiver from 2012 to current.
I do it all. Memory Care Specialist.
I care for my client with patience and treat him or her with dignity. I am a Registered Caregiver with the State Of California.
I do the cleaning for my client or clients home to make sure that it is done throughout.
If my client or...
Donna can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Donna provided companionship for my 94 year old mother. She keep her busy playing cards, heated up her dinners, did her laundry, and enjoyed watching the Hallmark Channel with her. My mother looked forward to having a friend like Donna to share the evenings with...
Dianne R.
Destiny G.
Santa Cruz, CA
$14-26/hr • 10 yrs exp
Private Caregiver Looking For Overnight Shifts For Weeknights!
Hello!
I've been a private caregiver for 12 years now.
I am very well with safe transfers, medication administration, meal prepping among a whole array of other skills.
I'm very nice and sweet, I treat everyone I care for as if they were my own grandparents. I look forward to talking to any of you who are interested in me!
I'd...
Destiny can also help with: Home modification, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, dementia, transportation & more
In addition to having many years of experience as a caregiver, I am a certified massage therapist and enthusiastic about providing support for clients who are rehabilitating.
This could be through use of massage in sessions and/or supporting you with your physical therapy exercises. I am able to work with and observe clients in...
Harry can also help with: Mobility assistance, respite care, personal care, hospice services, dementia, specialized care & more
Skills:
CNA
Janice S.
Santa Cruz, CA
$28-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
With 9 Years Of Experience Of Caregiving. I Enjoyed Working With Elderly Clients
Hello! My name is Janice! I am a certified Homecare Aide with 10 years of elderly caregiving experience providing compassionate and reliable care for seniors. I have experience assisting with daily living activities including bathing, dressing , meal prep, medication reminders and companionship. I am also skilled in providing...
Janice can also help with: Live-in home care, mobility assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, home modification, respite care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
I would best describe my personality as someone who is empathetic/compassionate, reliable, and attentive :)
Taima can also help with: Light cleaning, mobility assistance, meal prep, home modification, errands, transportation & more
Skills:
CPR
I would love to help you and/or your loved one with meal prep, laundry, groceries or bathing! My brother has a disability, so I spent my whole life providing care for him, and it has been so fulfilling for me. I would love to do the same for your family!
Emma can also help with: Meal prep, errands
Hello! My name is Elizaveta and I had previous experience caring of elder people. One person was 105 years young when I was working with her and we had a great time together. Another lady is 96 and I was helping her to recover after her hip surgery. And few other people that I helped, but I can tell you about everything when we...
Elizaveta can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, meal prep, errands, dementia
Laura E.
Santa Cruz, CA
$30-40/hr • 4 yrs exp
Experienced Caregiver For Seniors And People With Disabilities
My experience in supporting families has included assisting adults and seniors with TBI/ concussions, a variety of disabilities, support after minor surgeries including pet care and dog walking, medication organization, accompaniment to doctor appointments and local rides, shopping, errands, and coordinating with other care...
Laura can also help with: Transportation, errands
I have experience in 10+ years of nannying which also included care for a mother with terminal cancer so I'm skilled in caring for those with extra care needs. I'm adept at meal prep and preparing food easily digestible for seniors and knowledgeable of allergies and how to navigate while cooking. I am a perfectionist and clean...
Kalie can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, light cleaning, errands
I have experience caring for seniors with dementia and Alzheimer's, as well as adults with developmental disabilities, or physical/mental restrictions which require extra help. I have experience with ADL's (activities of daily living), meal preparation, cleaning, medication reminders, etc. I worked at an assisted living company...
Julie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, live-in home care, errands, dementia, personal care & more
Compassionate, dependable, and patient.
I enjoy caregiving because I truly love being around seniors. Their wisdom, stories, and warmth bring me joy, and I feel fulfilled knowing I can offer support, companionship, and comfort in their daily lives.
Justin can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, companionship, live-in home care & more
I have experience taken care of the older population, through being a caregiver for my grandparents. I believe in giving seniors a sense of purpose to wake up in the morning and providing the best quality of care as they age. I'm compassionate, dependable, and willing to lend a helping hand to those that need it most. I love...
Jasmine can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, light cleaning, errands
Yolanda E.
Santa Cruz, CA
$17-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
Devoted Caregiver bringing 27 years of dedicated experience both in facility and home environments. Looking to leverage my passion in adult and geriatric client's .
Yolanda can also help with: Hospice services, live-in home care, light cleaning, errands, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Susannah M.
Santa Cruz, CA
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
I am a recent CSUMB graduate with a Bachelor's degree in Human Development and Family Science. I have previous experience working as a caregiver for dementia patients. I have 10 and 18-year-old daughters.
Susannah can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, light cleaning, errands
Dulce G.
Santa Cruz, CA
$28-35/hr • 1 yrs exp
I am a bilingual CNA caregiver with over a year of experience working with patients with dementia, and various physical disabilities. My experience consists of providing assistance with personal care, housing keeping, meal preparation, and transportation to medical appointments. I can assist with oral hygiene, bathing,...
Dulce can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, meal prep, errands, dementia
Skills:
CNA
Lisa C.
Santa Cruz, CA
$25-30/hr
Hello, I am a long term resident of Santa Cruz with experience caring for the elderly. I can help with light housekeeping, errands and give companionship. Thank you and I look forward to hearing from you!
Lisa can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, companionship, respite care & more
I have had much experience with working and caring for seniors over the years. I feel strongly about the fact that the aging process can be very complicated, patience and caring are essential for a persons overall well being.
It gives me great satisfaction knowing I can provide help and assistance to people who may need it.
Holley can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, mobility assistance & more
Ophelia H.
Santa Cruz, CA
$17-27/hr • 10 yrs exp
I used to be a CNA in the facility but I quit and worked independently. I became a dialysis technician performing treatment to a client at home. Being a caregiver is fun and rewarding, helping hospice clients is more meaningful to me , I took end of life-Doula program online. I have a lot of experience in hospice care patient. I...
Ophelia can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, light cleaning, errands
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
Aloha. I've been a caregiver many years, now. I got my start when my late husband became ill with terminal cancer, and since, have found I have an affinity for it.
As some examples of my experience, I have worked with a quadriplegic male, a woman both pre- and post-op with double hip replacement surgery, a man that was injured...
Sherri can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, companionship, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
Ava H.
Santa Cruz, CA
$19-25/hr
I live with my grandmother who has dementia and Alzheimer's disease, she has been living with us for about 2 years now and we are her full time caregivers. I also have a mom who used to work in a nursing home so I practically grew up in one. I am certified in CPR, life threatening bleeding certification, and the Heimlich. I love...
Ava can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, meal prep, errands, dementia
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Santa Cruz, CA
What caregiver services can I find near me in Santa Cruz, CA?
Most private senior caregiver services in Santa Cruz, CA 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 Santa Cruz.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Santa Cruz, CA in 2025?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Santa Cruz, CA on Care.com as of April, 2025 is $24.52 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 Santa Cruz, CA?
There are currently 29 caregivers in Santa Cruz, CA on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Santa Cruz, CA 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 Santa Cruz before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Santa Cruz, CA background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Santa Cruz, CA 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.