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50 caregivers are listed in Watkinsville, GA
The average rate is $20/hr as of November 2024
The average years of experience for caregivers is 10 years
Caregivers in Watkinsville, GA
5.0
(1)
My name is Jessie. I am a mom to 3 wonderful children. Two sons & one daughter. All of my children are now grown. My daughter suffered from an anoxic brain injury (in 2004) at 12 weeks old. Over the past 20 years I have learned so much from taking care of her. On 2/9/24, my daughter was called home to Heaven. Being her caregiver...
Jessie can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, companionship, meal prep, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Jessie was the person we needed for my wife in her last days. She was kind, a hard worker, thouough, and was very compassionate. We came to love her and would recommend her to anyone."
Richard B.
Linda H.
Watkinsville, GA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Have spent 30+ years as a full time nanny. Originally in England. The last 20 years in America.
Recently transitioned in to elderly care, worked for home instead. Providing care for various ages and ailments.
I have an empathetic personality and enjoy giving help and assistance where needed. While encouraging independence as...
Linda can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care, dementia, meal prep, errands, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
(3)
I have been working as a CNA for over 29 yrs. I will provide a safe and clean environment for your loved ones. My skill is vital signs, medication reminders, light house cleaning, laundry, cooking, errands, grocery shopping if needed. I make sure that your loved ones are well-groomed, I assist with bathing, skin care, oral care,...
Amanda can also help with: Meal prep, errands, companionship, hospice services, light cleaning, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Amanda is caring, capable, and fun! Just an all around lovely person. She was able to gracefully navigate caring for my feisty 89 year old mom (post hip surgery and with dementia) as well as deal with my dad who isn't always great at communicating needs. Amanda...
Kara S.
Hello! I have 9 years of caregiving experience! I am 29 years old and I have worked as a Care Tech for hospitals. I have also worked in home health where I cared for loved ones by bathing, cooking, dressing, wound care, and light house keeping. I am currently working on my Bachelors with a year left for my degree and I plan on...
Christian can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, hospice services, personal care, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
I took care of two of my elderly family members prior to and after they moved in with my family.
I have managed medications, medical appointments and health issues and information.
I have also worked with other older people who need assistance in certain areas. Including companionship, housekeeping, meal preparation, routine...
Melissa can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning, dementia, errands, meal prep, hospice services & more
Elizabeth M.
Athens, GA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have been a private caregiver for over 20 years. I have worked with many wonderful families in Athens and other surrounding areas over the years.
Elizabeth can also help with: Errands, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, transportation
I have been helping the Elderly off and on since I was 18 years old. I can help with Transportation services and Light Housecleaning and Running Errands.
I delivered home meals for the Senior Center when I was 18 years old for a few years before starting my career in the Mortgage Industry and I worked in that industry until...
Kathie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, transportation, errands
I am interested in helping to take care of your loved one. I am patient, kind, loyal, honest and reliable. I have always been a people person who likes to help others. I am CPR and first aid certified and have experience with administering medication and logging and tracking dosages.
Ashley can also help with: Respite care, hospice services, dementia, personal care
I assist, change and bathe residents; attending to other personal and grooming needs such as combing hair, trimming nails, brushing teeth, passing bed-pans and helping residents to the bathroom. Turn and position bed patients according to turning schedules. Use mechanical lifts and belts during transfers. I take temperature,...
Cynthia can also help with: Errands, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
I have 10 years of experience as a Senior Caregiver and am available for overnight care. I can help with Transportation Services and Hospice Services. I am a retired professional counselor with experience working in a psychiatric hospital with a geriatric unit and also worked in a retirement home with several levels of care. I...
Jill can also help with: Meal prep, errands, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, personal care & more
I am interested in working with the elderly because I have a great love for them. I've always been surrounded by elders with needs. My mother, adopted parents, and my in-laws have an average age of 84 years. They need a lot of assistance with their daily life activities. My experience assisting those I love has motivated me to...
Leslie can also help with: Transportation, personal care, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
I am a experienced registered nurse with a BSN degree and have over 20 years of experience and well versed in all aspects of nursing care. I have experience in hospice, dialysis, dementia, critical care and wound care. I also hold certifications as a CFRN and CCRN. I have been a baylor nurse (weekend nurse) for the last 20...
Brooke can also help with: Meal prep, mobility assistance, errands, companionship, dementia, light cleaning & more
5.0
(3)
Hi, I decided to become a caregiver because I am passionate about the quality care of the elderly and disabled. I will do a drug test/background check. I have a Medical Assisting Diploma. I have experience in dementia and alzheimers. I have experience with bedridden patients. Here is a short list of my services: companionship,...
Debra can also help with: Home modification, light cleaning, errands, dementia, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
CPR
5.0
"She's a very hard working compassionate person ."
Hannah A.
Voya S.
Monroe, GA
$18/hr • 10 yrs exp
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Voya, I am a caregiver and I enjoy working with people. I have been a caregiver 18 years an I being to CNA school. I am flexible with the schedule. I have worked with Alzheimer's, dementia, bath, light housekeeping, medication an a little cooking. I am looking for part time or full time an have reference you can call
Voya can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, meal prep, mobility assistance, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
" Voya was a very trustworthy, dependable and caring person. She always made sure my mother was comfortable and well taken care of. There were times I called her last minute to see if she could come and give me a hand and she always made herself available. I never...
Audrey G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 11 years of experience with Home Care and Personal Care services, as well as a year of Hospice Care services also. My start began in 2012 as a personal care contractor, assisting clients with daily personal care throughout northwest Florida in Pensacola. I fell in love with the clients and the industry instantly, which...
Negail can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Negail was very efficient. She was always willing to do whatever I asked with a great attitude. I highly recommend Negail."
Kathleen F.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a Certified Nursing Assistant with 20 years of experience. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I have experience in all health care settings such as nursing home, hospital, hospice, dementia & Alzheimer's care, and home health care. I've had a few private clients of my own in which I have ventured out on. I am currently...
Whitney can also help with: Meal prep, errands, companionship, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Whitney is wonderful and caring person. We felt Mom was in good hands with her. Dependable and flexible in regards of schedules. We recommend Whitney!"
Monica A.
Michelle M.
Monroe, GA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
I'd describe my personality as kind, friendly, compassionate, & empathetic.
I like caring for seniors because I enjoy keeping them company & being able to help them with their daily routines.
I started caring for seniors in the 1990's, for 15 years. Then, I became a teacher & raised my children. I started being a caregiver...
Michelle can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, personal care, dementia, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Lisa has been such a blessing to our family, she has cared for my daughter since she was born and has recently started caring for our newborn son some days too! There is no one I have trusted more to care for the wellbeing of my children than I do with Lisa! "
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
10 years as an experienced caregiver working with seniors. CPR and BLS certified. Certified Clinical Medical Assistant by the National Healthcare Institute. Experience with dementia, Parkinson disease, bed bound patients, diabetes and various other chronic health problems. Experienced with medication management, bathing,...
Lisa can also help with: Mobility assistance, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Prompt. Very helpful. I enjoyed working with Lisa. "
William C.
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have experienced taking care elderly people been doing this for 13 years I have good references lots of patience with them taking care theirs needs
Michelle can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Alexis a 32-year-old female. I've been doing this line of work for a few years now. I am a CNA and a CMA( certified medication aide.) I have been at my current job for 7 years as a supervisor of the Cna's. Also work PRN at Piedmont Hospital in Monroe. Before that I was a patient care technician at Highland Hills of St....
Alexis can also help with: Dementia, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, personal care
Skills:
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
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Recent caregiver reviews in Watkinsville, GA
Jessie M.
5.0
Jessie was the person we needed for my wife in her last days. She was kind, a hard worker, thouough, and was very compassionate. We came to love her and would recommend her to anyone.
- Richard B.
Amanda F.
5.0
Amanda is caring, capable, and fun! Just an all around lovely person. She was able to gracefully navigate caring for my feisty 89 year old mom (post hip surgery and with dementia) as well as deal with my dad who isn't always great at communicating needs. Amanda innately understood that my mom saw...
- Kara S.
Debra C.
5.0
Debra is kind, reliable and a great help to have around. She helped care give for my mother and did an excellent job
- Care member
Voya S.
5.0
Voya was a very trustworthy, dependable and caring person. She always made sure my mother was comfortable and well taken care of. There were times I called her last minute to see if she could come and give me a hand and she always made herself available. I never worried about my mother or my home...
- Audrey G.
Negail L.
5.0
Negail was very efficient. She was always willing to do whatever I asked with a great attitude. I highly recommend Negail.
- Kathleen F.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Watkinsville, GA
What caregiver services can I find near me in Watkinsville, GA?
Most private senior caregiver services in Watkinsville, GA 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 Watkinsville.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Watkinsville, GA in 2024?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Watkinsville, GA on Care.com as of November, 2024 is $20.00 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 Watkinsville, GA?
There are currently 2 caregivers in Watkinsville, GA on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Watkinsville, GA 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 Watkinsville before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Watkinsville, GA background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Watkinsville, GA 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.