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41 caregivers are listed in Walker, LA
The average rate is $16/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby caregivers is 8 years
Caregivers in Walker, LA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Good Afternoon Dear Caregivers and family alike, I am searching for my future Caregiving adventure and would love to help ease the stress for a family and loved one. I have many years experience of assisting dementia patients and understand the challenges that daily life entails. I would provide you and your loved one(s) the...
Lisa can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, hospice services, dementia, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Lisa took excellent care of my grandmother and treated her as if she was her own family."
Philip C.
Brinesha M.
Walker, LA
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
With a heart for caregiving, I began my journey in 2014 as a direct support staff in a group home, embodying friendliness, integrity, and attentive listening. In just two years, my commitment and competence led to a promotion to Area Manager, overseeing six group homes. This role deepened my understanding of special needs care,...
Brinesha can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, transportation
Paula A.
Walker, LA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am fully vaccinated.
I have over 15 years experience with dementia 3 of which was caring for my grandfather. Over 5 years with a local home health care company & the rest from care. com. I have ostomy, wound care, cather, medication management & diabetes experience along with some physical therapy & hospice experience. I have...
Paula can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, errands, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Sylvia F.
Walker, LA
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
With 25 plus years experience, my career started unknowingly when I was 20 years old. My grandmother was sick and not able to stay home alone. She had seven daughters that would take 12 hour shifts to care for her. Unfortunately, my mom couldn't handle seeing her mother in such a fragile state so I took her place and my mom paid...
Sylvia can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, errands, companionship, meal prep
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I have 20 plus years experience working in the medical field. 3 years in a hospital. 12 years in nursing homes and the last 5 years have been in home care. I have worked with dementia, Parkinson, special needs and hospice patients. Responsibilities have included bathing, feeding, toileting, incontinence care, meal...
Melinda can also help with: Companionship, mobility assistance, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"We are in a tough situation with my elderly mother. Melinda was always there to assist her every need and went the extra mile. Since my mom has short term memory loss, Melinda was great about communicating with me. I would definitely hire her again if need be and...
Tina R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm 54 and I have experience caring for my parents before they passed. I also took care of a disabled man in his forties.
Robyn can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, dementia
5.0
"Robyn has been fantastic and I would highly recommend. Her communications are great and she is on time always. My mom who has dementia does not take to new people very quickly and absolutely did with Robyn. She asks now when Is Robyn coming back."
Care member
4.7
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant for 30 years. My experience in the medical field ranges from Hospitals, Nursing homes, Home healthcare, and In-Home Senior care. Working as a Caregiver is not only a job to me, it's always been my passion to do so. If any family members are considering hiring me to take Care of their...
Latrice can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, errands, live-in home care, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"I'm met Latrice when I was a therapist and she was caring for one of my patients. I noticed what a caring caregiver she was. Later, my grandmother became ill and she was available to care for my grandmother. She was an excellent caregiver. She was tentative,...
Dawn B.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have worked as a caregiver for over 29 years and CNA for 8 years.
I have worked in nursing homes but have learned that it is so much better for people to be in their own environment so to have direct care consistently.
As for my character, I am very honest, caring and loving. My empathy runs very deep. My sense of humor is a...
Deda can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, companionship, hospice services, errands, meal prep & more
5.0
"Deda was excellent help with the care of my father. She went above and beyond. Not only was she very invested in providing quality care to my father, but she also was concerned with how we were as a family. She was very professional, knowledgeable, dependable, and...
Care member
5.0
(2)
My experiences range from working in nursing home environments to individual, private care; which is my preference.
I prefer working with individuals so that they can get quality and complete care.
I have experience with most levels of aging processes including but not limited to Dementia/Alzheimer needs.
I have experience with...
Deda can also help with: Personal care, dementia, respite care, hospice services
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Excellent caregiver with years of experience. Deda possesses the skills for caregiver as well as the compassion. She is reliable and dedicated to the job put before her. Always going above and beyond what is required of her."
Valerie P.
Brandi R.
Baton Rouge, LA
$10-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Special Needs Mother, Medical Assistant Available For Full Time Work But Willing To Take Part Time.
5.0
(1)
My name is Brandi, and I am a Medical Assistant and personal caregiver. I, along with my sister have taken care of our mother who has epilepsy and mental problems for as long as I can remember. We both still now take care of our mother and our grandmother who raised us. I have experience with Parkinson's, Dementia, Feeding...
Brandi can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, dementia, home modification, meal prep, hospice services & more
5.0
"She took care of a family member, we really miss how helpful and dependable she was"
Mavis H.
I am a very caring person with lots of experience in both Care giving and as a Medical Assistant. My career path consists of doing PCA work and working in clinics and hospitals as a Medical Assist. I also owned my own Medical Transportation business. I love helping others.
I'd describe my personality as personable, honest and...
Lakesha can also help with: Errands, respite care, dementia, meal prep, transportation, light cleaning & more
I assisted seniors by preparing meals, bathing, grooming, walking, medications, companionship. I can bring them to doctor appointments, beauty shops, family luncheons, outings, grocery shopping, and post office. I have stayed overnight at homes and hospitals. I am a all around companion as well as caregiver. The elderly need to...
Debbie can also help with: Personal care, light cleaning, meal prep, transportation, errands
I have provided care for elderly adults with or without dementia on a part time basis. I was also the caregiver for my mom who was wheelchair bound and could not stand or walk. I can help with bathing, meal prep, transportation, and errands.
If you need a sitter, I am your perfect candidate because I am loving, patient, kind,...
Phoebe can also help with: Transportation, respite care, errands
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm working full time right now. A public meet, & greet is required before accepting any job offer.
Tessa can also help with: Errands, hospice services, companionship, light cleaning, home modification, dementia & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
CPR
Alexah L.
Baton Rouge, LA
$16-35/hr • 6 yrs exp
Dependable Senior Caregiver With Experience In Medication Management
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 6 years of experience. I truly enjoy working with seniors, and am happy to assist with whatever their needs may be, including, but not limited to: medication management, meal preparation, light housekeeping, advocation/attending doctor visits, laundry, mobility, bathing/dressing, pet care, as well as just general...
Alexah can also help with: Dementia, companionship, light cleaning, meal prep, live-in home care, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Alexah was instrumental in keeping me posted about my uncle's medical condition after his stroke. She took excellent care of him and always kept me posted on his progress. She was a live-in and took care of him from helping him with his meds to taking him to...
Millie C.
Hi my name is Benny and I am new to caregiving. I have been an experienced pet sitter for the last 7 years or so and now I am looking for an even more meaningful way to help people and make extra money. I feel that I would be a great caregiver for an elderly person that may need companionship or light housekeeping, meal prep,...
Benny can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, light cleaning
1.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been a private caregiver for 7 years.. I specialize in Alzheimer, Dementia & Cancer patients! I do total and complete ederly care, experience in hoyer lift, catheter & tracheotomy, colostomy bags Etc, covid vaccinated as well, I can do any shifts! VERY dependable, reliable with no kids! my pay rate depends on the patient...
Dana can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, live-in home care, errands, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Jennifer L.
Baton Rouge, LA
$13-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have been a Caregiver/Sitter for the last 20 yrs. I would love the opportunity to take care of your loved one.
Jennifer L
Jennifer can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, errands, respite care, hospice services, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
Hi my name is Madison. I am a graduate from ULL. I am currently applying to Physician assistant school. I have worked as a CNA in your local hospitals and have a great amount of experience with health care and caregiving for the elderly and children. Putting your loved ones care in someone else's hands aquired a multitude of...
Madison can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, live-in home care, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
1.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 28 years of experience caring for those with nervous conditions to those terminally ill and bed-bound. I care about my patients and bring hopefulness to those not feeling a part of Life. I have wound management, respiratory therapy, aspiration deep suctioning, incontinent care, feeding tube management and replacement. I...
James can also help with: Dementia, errands, home modification, live-in home care, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
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Recent caregiver reviews in Walker, LA
Lisa W.
5.0
Lisa took excellent care of my grandmother and treated her as if she was her own family.
- Philip C.
Melinda M.
5.0
Melinda was a wonderful caregiver for my Mother. She went above and beyond for our family. She was patient and kind. She was reliable and genuinely cared about keeping my mom comfortable. Our family is so blessed to have found her. I highly recommend her.
- Stacy C.
Robyn B.
5.0
Robyn has been fantastic and I would highly recommend. Her communications are great and she is on time always. My mom who has dementia does not take to new people very quickly and absolutely did with Robyn. She asks now when Is Robyn coming back.
- Care member
Latrice Y.
4.0
Initial contact good but she was unavailable. She said she'd check around for someone else but never heard back.
- Sandra R.
Deda R.
5.0
Deda did an amazing job caring for my mother. She went above and beyond her job duties to make each day special. At the end she felt just like a family member to us. I highly recommend her to care for your love one.
- Deana E.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Walker, LA
What caregiver services can I find near me in Walker, LA?
Most private senior caregiver services in Walker, LA 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 Walker.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Walker, LA in 2024?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Walker, LA on Care.com as of June, 2024 is $16.25 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 Walker, LA?
There are currently 4 caregivers in Walker, LA on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Walker, LA 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 Walker before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Walker, LA background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Walker, LA 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.