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Betty B.


Philadelphia, PA

$35-40/hr10 yrs exp

Private Caregiver

5.0

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Hired by 18 families in your neighborhood

I am an excellent caregiver and have been in this field for over 20 years. Companion care, light meals, light cleaning, laundry, medications and to make sure your loved one is being cared for in a safe environment. Help with their everyday needs what ever that might be. Worked with Dementia, Alzheimer's PT and OT, hospice,...
Betty can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning, companionship, errands, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

CNA

5.0
"If you need a caregiver, hire Betty! She was fantastic—enthusiastic, reliable, and great at communication, even with my mom, who's a tough cookie. I was so appreciative of her "can-do" attitude, willingness to roll-up her sleeves, and help in whatever way she...

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Anyawee A.


Philadelphia, PA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Trustworthiness, Supportive. Attentive, Compassionate And Creative Senior Caregiver.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am currently employed as a Certified Nursing Assistant in a nursing home, and I have 10 years of experience with a valid license for this role. As a caregiver, I am known for my trustworthiness, supportiveness, attentiveness, compassion, and creativity. I am a true care giver, I treat client like my own love one. I am above...
Anyawee can also help with: Errands, hospice services, meal prep, companionship, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

CPR

5.0
"Anyawee cared for my elderly parents over a 10-year period. Her genuine love and compassion, upbeat personality, attention to detail, and reliability are impressive. She became an important part of our family, as a result. Truly, she is a rare and wonderful gift. I...

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Sharonda S.


Philadelphia, PA

$23/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Senior Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a 33-year-old female experienced caregiver seeking employment. I have 10+ years experience in providing care for both Children and Older Adults in the home setting. I am a CPR Certified CNA skilled in assisting with daily activities of living including: -Bathing -Feeding (By mouth & G-Tube) -Meal Prep -Dressing -Homework...
Sharonda can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, companionship, mobility assistance, dementia & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CNA

CPR

5.0
"As a first-time Care.com user, I wasn't sure that I would find someone with whom I'd feel comfortable and safe, especially for accompaniment to an appointment that required anesthesia. Sharonda was a true God send. She was punctual, detailed, attentive, friendly...

Tracy P.

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Elizabeth S.


Wyncote, PA

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Wonderful Companion Care

I really enjoy getting to know people, and I'm grateful for the opportunity to offer emotional support through respectful active listening, sharing stories, and helping with outings, etc. A positive person with a friendly spirit, I bring compassion and sensitivity to all my visits. I work with clients with a range of challenges...
Elizabeth can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, respite care
5.0
"Liz has been a wonderful caregiver for my elderly mother who lives in an assisted care facility. She is very kind and gentle as she helps my mother with whatever she needs. She takes her out shopping, to doctor's appointments and to sights of interest in the...

Lorraine W.

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Karissa W.


Philadelphia, PA

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

University Of Pennsylvania Nursing Student

I am a rising Junior at the University of Pennsylvania pursuing a dual degree at the Wharton school and the nursing school in nursing and Health care management and am seeking part time work as a care companion. I previously was employed as a nursing aid/caregiver for a 61-year-old man who suffered a serious stroke that left him...
Karissa can also help with: Dementia, personal care, respite care
5.0
"Karissa was a caretaker for my dad after he suffered a massive stroke and required extensive care and assistance. She did an outstanding job of helping him with his activities of daily living, providing companionship and working with him to regain many of the...

Tom H.

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Jaleesa S.


Philadelphia, PA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Passionate And Caring Caregiver Available For Full Or Part Time

I enjoy being able to change people's lives as well as have them change mines, whether it is through housekeeping or Care giving. I am a CPR certified Medical Assistant who started as a caregiver for my great grandmother in 2009 before she passed away from cancer. Since then I have worked in various healthcare settings with a...
Jaleesa can also help with: Live-in home care, home modification, personal care, dementia
Skills:

Wound Care

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"I have known Jaleesa for about two years and have found her to be very reliable, committed, honest and determined. She perseveres through circumstances with a won't give up attitude. She is interested I helping in where necessary in any given situation. She would...

Beverly F.

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Betty G.


Philadelphia, PA

$20/hr7 yrs exp

Caregiver/Companion available

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have held several different positions while working with the elderly. I have 5 years experience working at a Geriatric Center, with direct care with Seniors. I have held positions as both live out and live in Senior Caregivers and assisted with duties such as medication reminders, assist with bathing/personal care, driving to...
Betty can also help with: Live-in home care, visiting physician, dementia, personal care
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Charlotte B.


Merchantville, NJ

$25-39/hr10 yrs exp

Personal Care In Homes

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I enjoy my job. The best part about me being the caregiver is seeing them smile. I treat my seniors with respect and dignity that they deserve to have. My Experience Which includes, First getting to know my seniors such as likes and dislikes. That's the most important part being a caregiver , followed by bathing feeding dressing...
Charlotte can also help with: Dementia, personal care
Skills:

CPR

CNA

5.0
"Charlotte, is a great commentator, kind and very experienced! "

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Donna C.


Riverton, NJ

$25-28/hr10 yrs exp

Let Me Take Care Of Your Precious Senior Family Member

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Donna, I have 20 years experience taking care of the elderly. I am very flexible with what the needs of the client. I provide transportation to Dr Appointments, Medical treatments and test. I have excellent references. I provide homemade meals and snacks. I am a good companion, I enjoy playing games and doing...
Donna can also help with: Dementia, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services, personal care & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Donna is a wonderful care giver. She is caring, kind, compassionate as well as responsible and dependable. She took care of my sweet father for the last 7-months of his life. She took care of him as if he was her father. She also supported me and my daughter with...

Colleen F.

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Keenya C.


Philadelphia, PA

$50/hr10 yrs exp

LPN

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Keenya (pronounced keen-ya). I have 16 years of experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). Although I have worked in various settings, my specialty is Geriatrics. In addition to the services listed on my profile, I can administer insulin/other medications (oral, PEG tube), monitor vital signs, and perform...
Keenya can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, errands, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

Licensed Nurse

CPR

5.0
"Outstanding and Dedicated professional with exceptional nursing and critical thinking skills that will benefit the client and employer who are discerning enough to obtain her as their nurse."

Kristine S.

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Catherine M.


Philadelphia, PA

$30/hr7 yrs exp

Available And VERY Loving for Seniors

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Available And VERY Loving for Seniors. I have experience with companionship, personal care, medication management, care management, appointments, therapies, cleaning, laundry, meal times, meal preps, transportation, exercise, crafts and fun. I've worked at home, in Assisted Living, Memory Care, Nursing Home and Hospital. I am...
Catherine can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, errands, home modification, companionship & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

5.0
"Cathy has such a loving nature to her. The care she has provided was exceptional! Dedicated reliable most importantly compassionate!"

Danielle M.

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Meryl G.


Huntingdon Valley, PA

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

Senior Care

I'm a 64-year-old woman and live in Huntingdon Valley. I'm looking for part-time work in the afternoon and the occasional evening as a senior companion. I'm very outgoing, patient and have an easy time connecting with people. I completed a background check, child abuse clearance and fingerprinting in 2016 and worked for a year...
Meryl can also help with: Respite care
5.0
"I hired Meryl to help my mother with errands and for companionship as well. My mother really came to love Meryl and appreciate her compassion and company. She would help my Mom with grocery shopping , taking her to Dr's appts and any other errands my mother...

Iona R.

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Nannette Junk J.


Philadelphia, PA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Smile Creator

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am an experienced caregiver with a Bachelor's of Science Degree in Nutrition, Certified Nursing Assistant and Certified in CPR and First Aid. I am also insured. Caring for my mother who passed away from serious health conditions has given me a deeper understanding of the elderly, their needs, their wishes, what they think...
Nannette Junk can also help with: Live-in home care, errands, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, companionship & more
5.0
"It is my sincere pleasure to recommend Nannette as a home care assistant. She is kind, compassionate and a hard worker. She assists in a variety of household tasks such as running errands, laundry, cooking or even going on a long walk. In addition, she happily...

Kathleen M.

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Wilbert J.


Philadelphia, PA

$12-50/hr15 yrs exp

Wilbert J.

I'd describe my personality as friendly, focused, and ambitious. I like caring for seniors because they appreciate someone caring for them. I'm looking for a job that has good pay rate, and easy commute. I started caring for seniors when I started doing home care in 2008. I also take care of my mother who is in hospice care...
Wilbert can also help with: Errands, mobility assistance, light cleaning, companionship, transportation, meal prep & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

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Jennifer S.


Glenside, PA

$20-25/hr

Nursing Home Volunteer

I have 7 years of experience volunteering at a nursing home, providing companionship, doing activities and providing love and support.
Jennifer can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, light cleaning, errands
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Heather J.


Merchantville, NJ

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Resume Upon Request

Medication management Scheduling PT, OT , doctor appointments .. Communicate w Family as well as all physicians Meal planning Transportation Keeping senior active Companion care Activities of daily living Bed bound patients Transfers Wound care Skilled with Multifactorial health issues
Heather can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, live-in home care, dementia, hospice services, companionship & more
Skills:

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

Professional companion. I've experienced the peaks of valleys of taking care of loved ones and would be honored to share my time and heart with yours.
Rebecca can also help with: Meal prep, errands, transportation, light cleaning
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Shakya G.


Philadelphia, PA

$16-17/hr2 yrs exp

Experienced Home Caregiver

I am an experienced home caregiver for 2. 5 years. I am going to be enrolled in a CNA program this year, and I am BLS certified through the AHA. I'm seeking opportunities to provide companionship and care to elderly family members and support them in recovery and day to day care.
Shakya can also help with: Transportation, errands, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CNA

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Blanca S.


Philadelphia, PA

$16-50/hr1 yrs exp

Hello, I'm 24 Years Old Mom. I'm Dominican, Living Currently In Philadelphia.

I'd describe my personality as responsible, on time and respectful person. I like caring for seniors because they remind me to my grandma, and I wish I could've take care of her as I do with elderly people. I'm looking for a job that suits the time I have available to work with, and also looking to work with persons with the...
Blanca can also help with: Mobility assistance, respite care, light cleaning, companionship, meal prep
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, dependable, friendly. I like caring for seniors because I enjoy creating new relationships, caring for people and learning new things. I'm looking for a job that gives me the opportunity to have a positive impact on my patients, and help them lead a more healthy and functional...
Amanda can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, dementia, light cleaning, mobility assistance, hospice services & more

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Recent companion care reviews in Elkins Park, PA

Betty B.

5.0

If you need a caregiver, hire Betty! She was fantastic—enthusiastic, reliable, and great at communication, even with my mom, who's a tough cookie. I was so appreciative of her "can-do" attitude, willingness to roll-up her sleeves, and help in whatever way she could.

- Care member

Anyawee A.

5.0

Very attentive young lady I've seen how she's taken care of the elderly and also how attentive she is you would assume that she is the child of the person she's taking care of.

- Care member

Sharonda S.

5.0

As a first-time Care.com user, I wasn't sure that I would find someone with whom I'd feel comfortable and safe, especially for accompaniment to an appointment that required anesthesia. Sharonda was a true God send. She was punctual, detailed, attentive, friendly and kind. My prayers were answered...

- Tracy P.

Elizabeth S.

5.0

Liz has been a wonderful caregiver for my elderly mother who lives in an assisted care facility. She is very kind and gentle as she helps my mother with whatever she needs. She takes her out shopping, to doctor's appointments and to sights of interest in the area. She is a great listener and...

- Lorraine W.

Karissa W.

5.0

Karissa was a caretaker for my dad after he suffered a massive stroke and required extensive care and assistance. She did an outstanding job of helping him with his activities of daily living, providing companionship and working with him to regain many of the abilities he had lost after the stroke....

- Tom H.

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