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50 caregivers are listed in Thaxton, VA
The average rate is $17/hr as of July 2024
The average experience for nearby caregivers is 10 years
Caregivers in Thaxton, VA
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Experience with elderly and disabled, including but not limited to Post Polio, Ataxia, Dementia, Parkinsons, Hospice Care, references provided upon request.
I have been with some families as long as 8 to 9 years caring for their loved one. Some jobs have required 24 hours a day, seven days a week, for six months at a time. I...
Mary can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"I can't say enough good things about Mary (Chris). She was the PERFECT caregiver for my elderly aunt. Since I lived fairly far from my aunt I counted on Mary to keep me aware of daily care. She was professional, never late, trustworthy, observant, caring and...
Mary P.
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services to appointments, Errands/Shopping, in home light meal prep, light housekeeping, medications, bathing, dressing. Have also worked with hospice. Pets okay. References available.
Rebecca can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, personal care
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 10+ years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Errands/Shopping. Food preparations I love to cook and can cook just about anything! Laundry and cleaning no problem. I Love Caregiving and couldn't imagine doing anything else I take pride in my work and look forward to taking care of your love one.
Stacey can also help with: Hospice services, live-in home care, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"Stacey became a part of our family! She is very attentive, trustworthy and loyal. She will and forever be family to us! My Mom was so against us hiring a caregiver. Stacey won her over and at Mom's pace showed her how nice and easy it was to have the companionship...
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Doris B.
Blue Ridge, VA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have many years of care giving experience. My experience range has been companionship and all the way up to hospice care. I have references from clients and their families. I love taking care of your loved ones.
Doris can also help with: Respite care, dementia, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Doris is a very special caregiver. I highly recommend her - she takes excellent care of my mother. Doris is very respectful of my mom; she always treats her like a person and never talks down to her. Doris takes the time to learn about her clients: what they like...
Lisa M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My senior care extends to companion care, Hoyer lift transfers, bed pan, bathing & dressing, medication assistance/ reminders, meal preparation & assistance, etc. Most of my senior care has been with independent seniors who needed little to no assistance with ADL's though I do have experience with more dependent seniors as well....
Emma can also help with: Dementia, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, respite care, personal care & more
5.0
"I have known Emma since January, 2017, when she started working as a caregiver for me. She has become a friend as well as a caregiver. Emma takes me to my
doctor appointments, weekly hair appointments, grocery shopping, drugstore shopping, any errands I need...
Thelma L.
Nijah R.
Bedford, VA
$14-19/hr • 1 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as very caring , sweet , respectful
I like caring for seniors because it's like taking care of my grandparents that I love so much . Helping them an their needs are very important to me
I'm looking for a job that gives me hours and good pay and sweet patient
Nijah can also help with: Home modification, light cleaning, live-in home care, errands, transportation, dementia & more
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Companion Care available. 25+ years of experience caring for seniors. I love all animals. I enjoy walking, gardening, puzzles, woodworking, painting, or just hanging out and talking. Willing to do light house cleaning, assist with food prep and everyday things. I have been Covid vaccinated and boosted, and I am also flu...
Tracy can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands
Skills:
CPR
Alicia J.
Bedford, VA
$10-25/hr
Personal Care Provider, Full- Time/ Part-time. I' ve taken care of my grandmother for 5+ years. Running errands, Grocery shopping, Cleaning the house, Cooking dinner. Giving baths and other personal needs. Love helping and caring for my clients..
Alicia can also help with: Personal care
Kristen H.
Bedford, VA
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Experienced Responsible And Reliable Caregiver For Memory Care
I began working with seniors in memory care professionally over 4 years ago and also have hospice and end-life care experience.
My skills include all aspects of personal care, medication assistance, meal prep, and feeding assistance. I am experienced with the use of several types of mechanical lifts and also possess...
Kristen can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, errands, hospice services, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
CNA
Wendy L.
Bedford, VA
$18-23/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello my name is Wendy. I've been working in this field for more than 17 years. I am very a very reliable and consistent and caring/compassionate caregiver. I started off in Va getting my CNA at around 20 years old then to nursing school. I got married and went into the ministry with my husband. Moving to another state, I got...
Wendy can also help with: Errands, hospice services, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, live-in home care & more
Royal Ambria W.
Moneta, VA
$31/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hello If You Have Any Questions Please Feel Free To Message Me !!
Hello my name is Royal I currently have a healthcare certificate as a PCA I have tons of experience and that also includes experience with hospice dementia and alzheimer's
I'd describe my personality as ambitious, honest and hardworking
I like caring for seniors because it's just something that makes me feel good about the...
Royal Ambria can also help with: Home modification, light cleaning, respite care, errands, dementia, meal prep & more
Mackenzie J.
Moneta, VA
$16-17/hr • 1 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as caring, responsible, and understanding.
I enjoy caring for seniors because it makes me happy to know that I can help people and make their lives easier.
I've been a Nurse Aide at a facility for about a year now and I love what I do! As your seniors caregiver I will ensure that they receive the...
Mackenzie can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, errands, dementia, meal prep, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(1)
I started caregiving in 2007 to supplement my daughter's college tuition, and I found it to be rewarding. It is a wonderful feeling to make a difference in someone's day. I have plenty of experience, I have raised 4 children. I am a military veteran, which makes me dependable, timely, clean, organized and very socially adept. I...
Mary can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, dementia, companionship, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Mary has a unique way of bringing out the best in everyone. She is very patient with people and I can tell that she simply has a "nack" for the aging. My dad passed almost 2 years ago. Mary lived in and she was a godsend. Mary is honest, trustworthy, and very...
Beth W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family 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: Meal prep, companionship, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, errands & 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.
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
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...
Elliott S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Michelle and I absolutely love what I do. My goal is to help other's live their best life.
I have 30+ years experience as a Caregiver/Nursing assistant.
I am dependable and trustworthy and can provide excellent references.
I can assist with meal prep, housekeeping, laundry, errands, Dr's appointments,...
Michelle can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, errands, dementia, respite care, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I employed Michelle for over 3 years as a caregiver for my elderly mother, who suffered from stroke related issues and dementia. Michelle is kind, caring, and patient. She went above and beyond in her care of my mother, and is excellent at engaging her patient. She...
Carol R.
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: Respite care, live-in home care, home modification, dementia, hospice services, personal care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Latasha is amazing! She knew exactly about the care my mom needed and made sure everything was taken care of for my mom. She is an excellent cook, companion when needed, motivator for therapy, and detail oriented in providing care. My anxiety in the caring for my...
Deborah A.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
In the Fall of 2019, I resigned from 12+ years in rewarding leadership roles 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 reliable, kind, and compassionate. I am highly...
Karen can also help with: Mobility assistance, companionship, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, errands & 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.
Shanelle E.
Roanoke, VA
$17-19/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: Dementia, personal care, live-in home care
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.
Elizabeth F.
Roanoke, VA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
PCA Certified (Personal Care Aide)/Caregiver Looking For Full-time Or Part-time Work.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Past senior care, assisted in many different aspects of senior life. I have been certified as a PCA and had first hand training in many areas of senior life. I love working with people. Assisting in any way I possibly can. It is my goal to make ones living more fulfilling, joyful, and easier as possible in their last weeks,...
Elizabeth can also help with: Dementia, respite care, personal care, hospice services
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Nikki worked with my mom for 16 months and I can honestly say that finding her was a God thing. She became part of our family along with her sweet daughter. Not only did she take wonderful care of my mom, who could be a handful, but when the end came Nikki was a...
Ralph K.
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Recent caregiver reviews in Thaxton, VA
Mary L.
5.0
I absolutely love Chris (Mary goes by Chris). She is extremely punctual. She is very knowledgeable of medical conditions. Chris is highly intelligent. She is very compassionate. She takes very good care of my mother law with Parkinson's and dementia. She manages her medications. She is the most...
- Jennifer G.
Stacey B.
5.0
Stacey became a part of our family! She is very attentive, trustworthy and loyal. She will and forever be family to us! My Mom was so against us hiring a caregiver. Stacey won her over and at Mom's pace showed her how nice and easy it was to have the companionship and extra hand around .They...
- Care member
Doris B.
5.0
Patience and kind to my two octogenarian parents. A true professional!
- Melanie S.
Emma H.
5.0
I have known Emma since January, 2017, when she started working as a caregiver for me. She has become a friend as well as a caregiver. Emma takes me to my
doctor appointments, weekly hair appointments, grocery shopping, drugstore shopping, any errands I need to make. Emma helps me at home with...
- Thelma L.
Mary W.
5.0
Mary has a unique way of bringing out the best in everyone. She is very patient with people and I can tell that she simply has a "nack" for the aging. My dad passed almost 2 years ago. Mary lived in and she was a godsend. Mary is honest, trustworthy, and very dependable. We love her!
- Beth W.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Thaxton, VA
What caregiver services can I find near me in Thaxton, VA?
Most private senior caregiver services in Thaxton, 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 Thaxton.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Thaxton, VA in 2024?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Thaxton, VA on Care.com as of July, 2024 is $17.50 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 Thaxton, VA?
There are currently 2 caregivers in Thaxton, VA on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Thaxton, 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 Thaxton before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Thaxton, VA background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Thaxton, 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.