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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
My name is Shea. I'm 36, a widowed single mother to 3 amazing children who are my whole world.
In my spare time, I like to spend time with my family.
I started caring for seniors when I was only 19 with a small child at home.
I like caring for seniors because I have a true passion for caregiving. I get such joy from knowing...
Shea can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, hospice services, errands & more
I been a CNA for 12 years and I have 6 years of home health. I enjoy taking care of seniors in their home. I work for a Medical Center on an Acute Psychiatric Unit. I also have experience working with children with disabilities.
Wendy can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning, personal care, live-in home care
Skills:
CNA
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: Home modification, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, errands, respite care & more
I have experience with seniors and children. I used to help out with my grandmother a lot. I have two special needs children that I take care of on a daily basis. I love people and always willing to help others. I also have experience with nursing in the home and outside of the home. I graduated from Virginia Western Practical...
Niki can also help with: Personal care, visiting physician, light cleaning, transportation
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
Tiffany T.
Roanoke, VA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
PCA Looking For Part/full-time Work Night/graveyard Shifts 7 Days A Week.
Been a PCA for 17 years. Cared for Alzheimer s, MS, intellectual disabled adults and people on hospice care for the whole 17 years. I have worked in assisted living facilities as a med-tech, nursing homes and hospitals as a NA for the first 4 years and the past 13 years as an in home caregiver. I am available...
Tiffany can also help with: Hospice services, live-in home care, personal care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
I work with seniors because it's a very rewarding experience for me! I have many years of experience sitting and assisting seniors. I have cared for seniors with dementia, to bedridden, to wheel chairs to seniors who are mobile, and need errands ran, or chores done to help around their home. I don't look at this as a job, it's a...
Lauren can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, errands, live-in home care & more
I've worked at a Christian Preschool a year and a half. ages infant to three. teaching to walk talk Spanish and sign language. I've also raised three boys alone and always babysat. Before that I was a caregiver for elderly for 45 years and also have worked in other schools. I have experience taking g care of people. Have my own...
Sharon can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, mobility assistance, companionship, errands, personal care & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
I have experience in care giving over 20 years. I have worked with companies , as well as done private duty. My experience includes personal care, housekeeping, errands, companionship, Dr appts. I have experience with wheel chairs, hospice patients, alziemers, dementia, bed bound patients. I have a strong passion when it comes...
Diane can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, errands, companionship, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
For the past seven years, I have worked as a caregiver/companion for the elderly. My clients include those who have had strokes or major illnesses that have prevented them from taking care of their daily needs. Tasks include light housekeeping, running errands, taking clients to doctor's appointments, light cooking, and...
Jean can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, transportation, errands
I am currently a private duty caregiver and have experience with Dementia. I am considerate and patient. I am willing to clean, transport, run errands, administer medications, cook and feed. I also have experience with personal care.
Laurel A.
Forest, VA
$13-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
Wide experience in providing care and comfort to the elderly
Excellent grasp of basic caregiving procedures
Good ability to maintain all relevant safety standards
Strong knowledge of private facility caregiving practices
Superior ability to work independently
Outstanding skills in coordinating with other professional staff
High...
Laurel can also help with: Errands, transportation, light cleaning
My experience has been a personal one both with my grandmother and my own parents. I would help her with all types of tasks from changing light bulbs to resetting clocks to taking out trash to taking her to the supermarket. I even took her on a 10 day road trip from NY to Florida to see family - she was 91! It was the company...
Diane A.
Roanoke, VA
$17-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as cheerful, outgoing, and focused
I'm looking for a job that I can help my fellow seniors.
In my spare time, I like to grow orchids and travel and bake.
One thing you should know about me I'm very dependable, and I also have a Cleaning business license from Roanoke city. For over 30 years.
I was a...
Diane can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, mobility assistance, companionship, personal care & more
Barbara Y.
Roanoke, VA
$12-17/hr • 2 yrs exp
I ran my own home day care, for 5 years and when I'm the work force working for Carlion clinic many dept from laundry and linen housekeeping and the kitchen
I retired after 10 years and went back to work on Carlion as a sitter for safety and suicide. Now I am looking for a more personal job in care giving and companion
Barbara can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, respite care, meal prep
I am. CNA, mature woman with 3 daughters grown, 20 years experience.
Elaine can also help with: Errands, live-in home care, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
I would love to have the privilege to help take care of your loved one. I currently work at a hospital on a oncology/surgery floor. I have worked there for 10 years. In doing so I have taken care of many ages. Many being in there 70s, 80s and beyond. Before I worked at the hospital I took care of a lady in her home for 4 years....
Karen can also help with: Home modification, respite care, hospice services, dementia, personal care
Dominique L.
Roanoke, VA
$12-17/hr • 8 yrs exp
provides companionship and services to help loved ones live more comfortably. Caregivers can help people who have difficulty with basic daily tasks, such as the elderly, disabled people, or those with mental or chronic disorders. Caregivers can be family members, friends, health professionals, social workers, or members of the...
Dominique can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, errands, respite care, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Christina S.
Roanoke, VA
$18/hr • 7 yrs exp
My skills is cleaning I know how to clean house I know how to give shower to senior care I know how to feed senior
Christina can also help with: Respite care, meal prep, light cleaning, live-in home care, dementia, home modification & more
Julianna K.
Goode, VA
$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have helped care for my grandparents including my grandmother who had Alzheimer's and lived in our home for several months, and also helped care for my 91-year-old grandfather when he came to visit for 2 months at a time. I have worked in nursing home in dietary and am comfortable being around elderly and helping them with...
Julianna can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, respite care
I have been caring for seniors, including those with dementia/alzheimers for almost a decade and enjoy being of service! It is important to me that clients and their families are met with joy, patience and respect at all times. Additional areas of experience include working with paralysis and stroke patients, cancer and other...
Meghan can also help with: Hospice services, respite care, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, dementia & more
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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.