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60 caregivers are listed in Santa Cruz, CA
The average posted rate is $23/hr as of December 2024
The average experience for nearby caregivers is 4 years
Caregivers in Santa Cruz, CA
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Tess, I'm 41 yrs old. I love to help the elderly and I am passionate about my job. I'm a CNA, and have 2 yrs experience as a caregiver. I'm CPR certified and I have worked in a nursing home facility rehab. My duties included daily living such a grooming, bathing , changing diapers, dressing, support with...
Skills:
CNA
Hello, my name is Ashlynn and I am a 2nd year student at UC Santa Cruz. I have always loved spending time with those who are older and wiser than me. I was extremely close with my grandmother and acted as her part time care giver while she battled dementia and other diseases during hospice. In addition to working with my...
Ashlynn can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, errands, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have my own reliable transportation as well as a most recent background check certificate for your peace of mind.
I do take my job seriously and treat my clients as if they were my own family.
I have various experiences and training with Caregiving from bathing bedridden patients or general bathing experience for elderly...
Joann can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, respite care, home modification, hospice services, personal care & more
Skills:
CNA
Mimi L.
Santa Cruz, CA
$30/hr • 2 yrs exp
I Love Working With Old(er) People And Love Hearing Their Stories
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Recently I retired from my flight attendant job of 43 years. We are annually trained in CPR, AED, O2, general emergencies, first aid and leveraging people from chairs to beds to toilets and out of harms way. I am a good cook, and listener, I can give a massage and back scratches, tend to hair and nails with clips and cleaning,...
Mimi can also help with: Personal care, dementia
Mary W.
Santa Cruz, CA
$20-35/hr • 5 yrs exp
I have extensive medical knowledge and experience as a hospice caregiver, although 12-hour overnight shifts are preferable. Weekends and holidays are fine. Thanks!
Mary can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
Wound Care
5.0
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For 15 years I have provided care for the elderly by assiting with activities of daily living: bathing, dressing, meal preparation, meditation management, exercise, errands, home cleaning, transportation and companionship. I have long experience with Dementia and Parkinsons. Simultaneously I have worked as a patient advocate...
Renee can also help with: Home modification, respite care, personal care, dementia
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"My father passed away and Renee was his care giver. She is a knowledgeable, caring, empathic, fully-capable care giver who will be excellent for your parent. "
Care member
5.0
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I feel that seniors should be appreciated, respected, and cared for. I enjoy assisting with transporting to medical appointments, errands, and various trips for pleasure. I am happy to assist with personal care and medication management, meals, and light housekeeping.
Patricia can also help with: Respite care, personal care, dementia
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
CPR
5.0
"Patti is an exceptional, experienced caregiver. She took such wonderful care of our 92 year old mother. She is dependable, punctual, cheery, helpful, very professional, and simply a joy to be around. Our mom's house was always so tidy with little bouquets of fresh...
Cynthia Q.
Hello, I took care of my aunt and grandmother when they became dependent and ill. I care for a special needs teenager and care for elderly folks. I have been care giving for 10 years. I left the corporate world as a recruiter in 2000. I decided to pursue my passion and what brings me joy and happiness. I look forward to meeting...
Maria can also help with: Respite care, meal prep, personal care, transportation, light cleaning, errands & more
I got my caregiving experience by assisting my elderly grandmother and my grandfather who had mobility issues alzaimer and early-stage dementia. I helped with them daily tasks like preparing meals, listening to them assisting with bathing, give them medication on time and Provided companionships. this experience taught me...
Ganga can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, live-in home care
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I really like interacting with seniors and helping them. They make me feel appreciated and like a family member. I have been a caregiver for over 10 years. I have the highest respect for the elderly. Most of my care giving also includes shopping, cooking, cleaning, personal care, going for walks, errands. medication refills and...
Molly can also help with: Hospice services, respite care, live-in home care, dementia, personal care
-experience with bathing and hygiene
-experience with changing diapers and sanitation
-trained experience with safe transfers of elderly clients
-can preform essential functions of cleaning, cooking, errands
-Ability to foster lasting relationships and positive interactions with elderly clients
Mara can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, dementia, errands, light cleaning, hospice services & more
growing up I loved spending time with my grandmother, take walks with her, prepare her meal, administer her prescriptions as well as just keep her company when she needed me to. I enjoyed my time with her and the conversations we had and that's what built my love for the elderly.
Vigilant can also help with: Companionship
I'm a nature lover who loves life It'self which is why serving and assisting others to be able to live & have the best quality of life comes so natural to me. By being loving, caring, compassionate, and attentive to their needs, it provides the space for them to relax and be more in the moment, knowing their needs are being met....
Erika can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep, errands, dementia & more
I provide compassionate care with kindness and empathy. I have 8 years of experience in caring for elderly in the assisted living and dementia care settings. I treat my patients with respect and dignity that they deserve. I have received proper training for assisting the residents as well as CPR.
Maristela can also help with: Dementia, home modification, light cleaning
Gabby D.
Soquel, CA
$20-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have 2 years experience caregiving for client with various conditions (diabetes/dementia, Parkinson's, neuropathy, high fall risks, post surgery etc.). I'm a caring and responsible young professional looking for part time work to help out and save money for grad school (working towards my DPT). I'm flexible, reliable, and fun...
Gabby can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, mobility assistance, dementia, errands & more
Candy P.
Felton, CA
$30/hr • 5 yrs exp
I'm A Professional, Caring And Willing To Go The Extra Mile For My Patient, Senior caregiver
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Personal Care. I can administer medication and do cooking and cleaning as needed.
Candy can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, companionship, home modification, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
I have been caregiving for over 8 years and absolutely love it. I have met so many wonderful people and even enjoyed traveling with a client. I have done everything from companion care to end of life hospice care.
Diana can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, companionship, errands, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Before moving to the United States I worked at a nursing home specialized in dementia and other mental health issues. Having an MBA , I was hired as the director's executive assistant and focused on office work. I was deeply affected seeing all patients just sitting or pacing around in the community room, all day, with little to...
Alexandra can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
I have worked at an assisted living complex as a hairstylist for the last 15 years.
My customers range in age from early seventies to over one hundred years old.
I feel that patience is one of my most valuable skills.
Patricia can also help with: Personal care, dementia
Karen A.
Soquel, CA
$28-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part Time Experienced, Well Trained Senior Care Provider Available
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have over 20 years of verifiable experience in the field of senior home health care. I have earned the Senior's Choice of Certified Home Companion Aides, as well as a certificate of completion of the Caregiver Training Series at Cabrillo College, along with C. N. A. training in a convalescent hospital.
I offer professional,...
Karen can also help with: Errands, personal care, meal prep, dementia, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
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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 2024?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Santa Cruz, CA on Care.com as of December, 2024 is $23.44 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 25 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.