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60 caregivers are listed in Westwego, LA
The average posted rate is $12/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby caregivers is 10 years
Caregivers in Westwego, LA
5.0
(1)
I been a caregiver for 17 years I worked with different age group spots from teenagers to Seniors. I enjoy helping and assisting others. I have a passion for it. I assist in medication reminder, grooming, oral care, hygiene, bathing, incontinence care, preparations of meals, companionship, transportation to grocery store and...
Escalither can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, home modification, light cleaning, companionship, errands & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"She's loving caring great work ethics.Dependable team player."
Shen J.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I enjoy taking care of people. I have taken care of elderly family members and also assist with member of my church. I can help with light housekeeping, prepare meals, groceries, run errands, provide transportation, help with medications. I am comfortable with small pets.
Karen can also help with: Home modification, visiting nurse, personal care, dementia, hospice services, respite care & more
4.6
(18)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
as a senior care provider I have been working in the field for over 16yrs. I have a strong passion for helping others as I can remember growing up I would help the seniors in our neighborhood it has become a love for me to see and inspire the sick, I come with lots of experience as well as great reference. if its a plus I have...
Gilder can also help with: Dementia, personal care, hospice services, home modification, respite care, visiting nurse & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Gilder D is very dedicated with my mother. I do recommend her. She was very reliable, and knowledgeable, knowing how to treat seniors with memory problems."
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Right now I am giving care in home to a stroke patient who is unable to feed, bathe or really do anything without assistance. I work at night so that means I help him into a tub, bathe and wash his hair as needed. I make sure he is fed and that he gets his medication I. e insulin injections and oral. Give breathing treatments...
Laura can also help with: Companionship, specialized care, transportation, mobility assistance, personal care, respite care & more
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Laura is cheerful and ready to take on any task.
She is dependable, willing to work hard, and is always on top of each task.
She finds solutions to problems and is a great member of our team. We can always count on Laura."
Ann R.
Samah S.
Kenner, LA
$30-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience with 84 years old lady I took care of her 24/7 for 5 months, I take her to doctors appointments give her medication help her bathing her dress up her clean up her house buy glossary and cook healthy meals listen to her stories dreams and even I travel with her. senior caregiver
Samah can also help with: Light cleaning, live-in home care, errands, dementia, meal prep
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
5.0
"She took excellent care of my mother for years and gave her a very personal and loving experience."
Care member
Gretchen B.
Harvey, LA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Senior Caregiver Who Takes Her Work With Patients Very Serious.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi, My name is Gretchen. I have over 20 years of experience as a caregiver. I have my own transportation and can assist with errands/ grocery shopping. I'm also CPR certified. Experienced with bathing and giving showers. Also experienced with clients who suffer with Dementia/Alzheimers.
Knowledgeable about patients taking...
Gretchen can also help with: Companionship, dementia, hospice services, errands, meal prep, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Ms. Gretchen is very professional in everything she does!!! I loved the relationship she built with my mom and it had me a little jealous lol, but just a little. She made my mother's last days worth living and having her around made my life a whole lot easier...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hello, I am a recently-returned Peace Corps Health Specialist Volunteer with experience in care giving for seniors, children & adults with disabilities. I have my Masters in Public Health & current Certified Nurse Assistant license. I have experience with private care giving for an elderly woman (with reference). Tasks included...
Rachael can also help with: Dementia, personal care, live-in home care
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Rachael is professional, compassionate, reliable and knowledgeable. I would highly recommend her to other families in need of home healthcare!"
Jen P.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have been a caregiver for 20 years. I am very passionate about what I do and that is making others happy and healthy. My motto is "A happy heart makes a healthy heart." Taking care of someone does not mean just supplying the everyday needs, it also means to make them happy, to show love, kindness, and caring. That's what a...
Annette can also help with: Companionship, personal care, dementia, light cleaning, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Annette provides and exhibits the epitome of compassionate and capable care. She took care of my grandmother with incredible grace and strength, through the last years of her life and we could not have been more impressed with her loving dedication. I’m so grateful...
Care member
Geraldine B.
Metairie, LA
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Personal Homecare Assistance With Activities Of Daily Living Either Full Or Part Time/ Med Admin
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Started my medical career as a certified nursing assistant and went on to become a registered nurse. Hospital experience included working a 28 bed Med-Surg unit in the VA hospital in New Oleans. On a personal note, I was the primary care giver for my father, mother, aunt and cousin until they their passing. I understand very...
Geraldine can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care, meal prep, companionship, mobility assistance, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Geraldine has been working with our family for over 3 months. She is kind and dependable and her positive attitude has endeared her to our older parents. She has been such a blessing to our family. We are grateful we found her on this site."
Care member
5.0
(4)
I've been a caregiver for 14 years. I became interested in caregiving through caring for of my own family members.
Being a caregiver/senior care takes patience's and compassion and I acknowledge the challenges that comes with aging.
I'm there to make everyday tasks easier for the client and the family. I understand the...
Lucretia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, dementia, mobility assistance, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"She’s an amazing care professional,Very dependable,Caring and attentive. "
Care member
Lisa Y.
Metairie, LA
$18-22/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I'm a very passionate person who prides myself on taking my time with my clients and treating them like family . When you become a caregiver you become your patients confidant. Spending majority of your time with them you have to be reliable trustworthy a good listener and very attentive. Im genuine and compassionate and enjoy...
Lisa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, mobility assistance, companionship, live-in home care, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"Lisa go's above and beyond. She truelly cares and engages with the person in her care."
Care member
Heidi H.
New Orleans, LA
$45/hr • 10 yrs exp
Life Is TOO SHORT To NOT Experience Bushels Of JOY And LAUGHTER
5.0
(2)
A Compassionate, experienced live-in elder companion dedicated to bringing warmth, joy, and meaningful companionship to seniors. More than just a caregiver, I create lighthearted, enriching experiences that help seniors feel more engaged, more connected, and more alive.
As a certified Laughter Yoga teacher, I have taught in...
Heidi can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, hospice services
5.0
"Heidi's compassion and care giving are on equal par, regardless how dire the client's health condition may be. Her ability to assess client needs also include collaboration with health care professionals to yield the best outcome, whether person or pet."
Bradley B.
3.3
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 30+years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Meal Preparation. bath, companionship, cleaning
Delisa can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, personal care, light cleaning, errands
Skills:
CNA
4.0
"Delisa is a very caring and kind person. She does an extremely good job caring for my mother. She does everything she is asked to do plus more and does it all with care and a kind heart. Delisa has truly been a blessing."
Peggy G.
3.7
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Looking to help your family take care of your family members. 20 years experience. Available anytime of day .
5.0
"Always on time . Always completing task very very dependable and caring . We are so blessed to have her apart of our family."
Zania W.
Dayna S.
New Orleans, LA
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-time/PRN Caregiver Available With A BS In Occupational Therapy
5.0
(5)
I've been an occupational therapist for 22 years with experience in long-term care and geriatrics working with various disabilities and illnesses including dementia, COPD, cancer, Parkinson's, CVA, post-surgical patients, generalized weakness, diabetes, visual loss, hearing impaired, mental illness, etc.
I genuinely love to...
Dayna can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, companionship, home modification, dementia & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"Dayna has been working with seniors for over 15 years as an occupational therapist / care giver. She is one of the most compassionate people I know and cares for every person as if they are her own grandparent. She is dependable, nurturing and dedicated to...
Joanne R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Linda and I would love to be apart of your family friend how I call it. I'm loving and have a smile out this world. I love helping others in the time of need and if I know you really need it I'll give you the shirt off my back. Why I like this job is because seeing my grandma when I was little I wished I could do...
Linda can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, companionship, dementia, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
CNA
Hello! I'm a dedicated and patient caregiver with a strong passion for helping others. I bring a calm, attentive presence and take pride in creating a safe, comfortable, and supportive environment for those I care for. Whether assisting with daily tasks, providing companionship, or ensuring medication schedules are followed, I...
Devin can also help with: Live-in home care
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
I have experience working with seniors since 2009 as an independent caregiver and have also done office work for various companies the past six years. I have had animals all my life and love taking care of them. You can depend on me to be reliable, friendly, caring, and hard working.
Currently am looking for basic caregiver...
Christina can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, errands, companionship, dementia, mobility assistance & more
Demetria J.
New Orleans, LA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Home Health Aide Available Full-Time Or Personal Care Attendant Looking For Full-Time Available
I'm a care giver been in the field now 20+ years I take care of the Elderly disabled kids I've worked with a retired blind Doctor and his partner who were on oxygen! I was with this family for 9 years, My duties consist of bathing giving meds upon scheduled time cooking cleaning and running errands if needed! Never ever been in...
Demetria can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, errands, companionship, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
CPR
I am a well organized and clean caregiver. I love taking care of others. I enjoy working with others and helping where I am needed.
Jonell can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
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Recent caregiver reviews in Westwego, LA
Escalither C.
5.0
She's loving caring great work ethics.Dependable team player.
- Shen J.
Gilder D.
5.0
Gilder arrived early for my medical appointment, helped me with onboarding and offered excellent service from beginning to end. She was a model for A+ patient care with elderly. Fabulous!!
- Care member
Laura H.
5.0
Mrs. Laura is a wonderful caregiver and a more extraordinary human being who has a ton of experience and unlimited compassion for her patients. I witnessed this as her last patient’s home health nurse.
- Care member
Samah S.
5.0
She took excellent care of my mother for years and gave her a very personal and loving experience.
- Care member
Gretchen B.
5.0
Ms. Gretchen is very professional in everything she does!!! I loved the relationship she built with my mom and it had me a little jealous lol, but just a little. She made my mother's last days worth living and having her around made my life a whole lot easier knowing my mother was in safe care!!!...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Westwego, LA
What caregiver services can I find near me in Westwego, LA?
Most private senior caregiver services in Westwego, 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 Westwego.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Westwego, LA in 2025?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Westwego, LA on Care.com as of April, 2025 is $12.50 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 Westwego, LA?
There are currently 2 caregivers in Westwego, LA on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Westwego, 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 Westwego before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Westwego, LA background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Westwego, 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.