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60 home care are listed in Akron, OH
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby home care is 8 years
Home care in Akron, OH
Megan B.
Mogadore, OH
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Med Pass Certified Care Giver Who Absolutely Loves Her Profession!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello there! My name is Megan!
I was an end of life caregiver for years and I loved care giving and I was very good at it. There just happens to be more positions for animal care .
I am an animal lover and advocate. I have owned raised or been around every common pet and a lot of not so common. I own Cats, Chickens, Dogs, and...
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Megan was an excellent caregiver for my mother. My mother often referred to her as her adopted daughter. She did everything my mom needed and anticipated that she needed something before my mom asked her to. She was careful and detailed with her job and was very...
Lisa H.
5.0
(1)
Hello, I'm a positive, loving, & energetic I love helping others. I always put other people first before myself. I use to work in a nursing home. That was my home away from home. I'm confident, energetic, and fun. I feel that I am a very caring kindhearted person. I have 8 years of experience with working with elderly people. It...
Tabitha can also help with: Hospice services, errands, companionship, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep & more
5.0
"You will love her she's very sweet dependable she will do what ever it takes to get the job done"
Stephanie D.
5.0
(10)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love what I do. Caregiving is who I am. I started babysitting a family with five children when I was 11 years old and have continued caregiving in one aspect or another throughout my life. 10 years ago I began exclusively providing private in-home elder care.
Most important to me is to treat any person I care for with dignity...
Amy can also help with: Dementia, companionship, light cleaning, mobility assistance, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Compassionate, responsible, dependable, caring, always would go over and above, communication skills , willing to listen, adaptable to changing situations, knowledgeable in geriatric behaviors, a friend to the whole family "
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As a past CMA and LPN, I have over 20 years of diverse experience providing companionship and professional care for senior citizens. Creating a positive, happy atmosphere with compassion and humor, while providing the best health care possible for my clients is very important to me.
*I am seeking full time hours up to 40 per...
Deanna can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
Wound Care
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Deanna is a very friendly, warm, outgoing person. I have known Deanna for over 30 years.
She always trying to help others whenever she can. "
Care member
5.0
(7)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a mother of 2 adult children and grandmother of 7. I am passionate about the elderly. I love helping them and providing excellent care. I have 20+ years experience. I am reliable, compassionate, caring and patient. I enjoy cooking and baking. I have provided services such as personal care, companion care, medication...
Carmen can also help with: Personal care, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, errands, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Carmen is highly skilled in senior caregiving. Her experience has been a blessing. She can deal with the most difficult situations and remain professional and calm. Her communication has been excellent. Since I am not local and not able to be close to the day to...
Care member
Kelly T.
Wadsworth, OH
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
SENIOR IN HOME PERSONAL CARE/LIGHT HOUSEHOLD TASKS & TRANSPORTATION IF NEEDED
5.0
(1)
"For where your treasure is, there you will also find your heart" Matthew 6:21 As a Senior your home is where you should feel comfortable and safe. My job would be to keep that comfort level for you and keep your Independence! As we age, many of us need that little extra help to make our daily lives a bit better. That is my goal...
Kelly can also help with: Live-in home care, home modification, personal care, hospice services, dementia, respite care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Kelly applied to the wonderful job I was offering, but got another position before I was able to message her back. She was very prompt and professional in her responses, wished I could have interviewed her and her schedule fit what I need. Kelly was one of the...
Cheryll H.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My passion is helping others. I enjoy working with the elderly providing them the individual care and attention they deserve. I have been a hospice volunteer and employee, American Cancer Society Relay for Life participant. In my free time I enjoy outdoors, sports, spending time with my family.
Tiffany can also help with: Dementia, personal care
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Tiffany takes her job responsibilities very seriously. She cares for her clients like she would care for her own mother or father. We hired Tiffany to be a caregiver for our mother in Ohio while we live in Illinois. She updates us regularly on her visits with...
Julia H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Kristen and I have 20 years experience in Healthcare. I've done private duty home care cases throughout my career and am passionate about helping seniors maintain their dignity, independence, and ensure they have continued involvement in their healthcare choices. I am able to assist with activities of daily living...
Kristen can also help with: Dementia, home modification, live-in home care, personal care, hospice services, respite care & more
5.0
"Kristen was very hard working and dependable. Great with the elderly and disabled. Very dedicated to her work and honest."
Jason D.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I will give your loved ones the best care, attention, compassion that I can. I will help with bathing, errands, appointments, cleaning, meal prep or anything that is needed. I have experience with Dementia. Growing up & all my life I have spent time with seniors. I love to listen to their stories and to just visit with them. I...
Deb can also help with: Mobility assistance, dementia, companionship, light cleaning, meal prep, errands & more
5.0
"Deb is a very special person! I feel extremely grateful to have found her. She helped take care of my good friend who is 88 years old. It is apparent that Deb really cares about her! Deb is kind and patient despite my friend having some dementia. Deb is...
Mary P.
Erica W.
Medina, OH
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi my name is Erica. I have 20+ years experience working in the health care field. I take pride in what I do and find so much happiness helping others.
It is my goal to assist persons with activities of daily living. To help individuals to not only continue to keep them as independent as long as possible, but I also ease the...
Erica can also help with: Errands, hospice services, companionship, home modification, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Erica lives very close to us which was great. We had an established schedule but she always worked with us when something changed. She was so good with our dad, he loved her! She was really more like the third sister than a care giver."
Michelle F.
Beth G.
Richfield, OH
$28/hr • 6 yrs exp
Experienced Senior Companion Care Provider With Great Communication Skills.
5.0
(1)
Hi! I have worked as a senior companion care provider for the past six years. My experience includes simply conversing and providing companionship, preparing meals, transportation for errands and doctor appointments, light housekeeping, and medication monitoring. I truly love what I do. I like to help people feel a sense of...
Beth can also help with: Respite care, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, errands
5.0
"Beth was a caregiver for my 87 year old mother for 11 months. I knew immediately she was someone I was lucky to have be with my mom. Beth was always my extra set of eyes and ears and I depended so much on her for being there when I couldn't. My mom was in Assisted...
Yvonne O.
Loretta W.
Canal Fulton, OH
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Friendly State Tested Nurses Aid With 22 Years Of Experience
5.0
(3)
Hi, my name is Lori and I enjoy caring for clients in their homes allowing my clients to stay comfortably at home. I take pride in providing the level of care to my clients that I would provide to my family members and want for myself. I have been a State Tested Nurse Aid for 22 years and an independent provider for 16 years. In...
Loretta can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, dementia, errands, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Loretta is caring, dependable, hardworking, trustworthy. She goes above and beyond. I have known her for 26 years and would trust her to take care of any of my family members. She is family to us!"
Danielle P.
Samantha S.
Canton, OH
$18-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Samantha S.
I'm a very patient individual and love helping people of all ages, I can be firm yet gentle. I have a lot of experience helping the elderly with activities of daily , Willing to go above and beyond for clients and family members. I'm very caring and enjoy hearing life stories and experiences. I am 32 and have been...
Samantha can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, live-in home care, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Sam did a great job with my 90 year old Father with Alzheimer's. She is kind and thinks quickly on her feet. Sam is dependable and was a pleasure to have in our home."
Dena M.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 24 years of experience working with elderly patients. I have worked with patients receiving hospice care providing care for people with an end of life prognosis. I offer all activity of daily living services such as bathing for both mobile and bend bound individuals, feeding, dressing, exceptional companionship for those...
Tara can also help with: Dementia, errands, companionship, light cleaning, meal prep, mobility assistance & more
5.0
"Tara is a very knowledgeable, caring and hardworking lady. She assisted my mother and was able to handle all physical and mental issues that arose along with basic daily care. I highly recommend Tara along with her daughter Maddie. They're wonderful."
Gaylynn M.
Maria I.
Wadsworth, OH
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Graduated as a Patient Care Technician (2014) and Certified Nursing Assistant; although my best and greatest previous experience was taking care of my sweet grandmother from a young age, that is where my passion for caring for and making life more pleasant for other people comes from, as well as supporting them in the tasks of...
Maria can also help with: Home modification, light cleaning, hospice services, errands, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Maria is a wonderful caregiver. She is very intelligent and caring."
Mara K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Angela and I am here to help with your loved one. Experienced with dementia, stroke, cancer, end of life care as well as rehabilitation. Happy to help with housekeeping, bathing, meals, appointments, medications, and most importantly, companionship. Fully vaccinated and dependable. Excellent references...
Angela can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, companionship, meal prep, live-in home care, hospice services & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Angela was a Godsend in our trying family time. She was a pleasure to work with and brought comfort and peace of mind to our family. I couldn't recommend her more!"
Nicolette G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hygiene assistance, bathing and oral care, medication assistance, feeding, light housekeeping, dusting, cleaning, rest rooms, mopping, dishes, making and stripping beds, cooking, emptying trash, mail sorting, doctor's visits, running errands, picking up meds from pharmacy, groceries. I have worked in assisted living, nursing...
Ronda can also help with: Hospice services, live-in home care, personal care, dementia
5.0
"We've hired 25 care givers from Care.com and Rhonda is definitely the best. She kept the house clean and did tasks without being asked. As far as hands-on care, she knew more than us. We wouldn't hesitate to rehire Rhonda."
Deborah B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
For the last 15 years, I have provided private duty care for a number of people. I did everything from showers, toileting, meal prep to driving around for shopping or dr appts. I feel so blessed that I am able to provide people with a safe and happy home, allowing them to keep their dignity and independence for as long as...
Kate can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, respite care, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Kate is a dedicated caregiver who always puts her clients first. She's been very helpful in simplifying and helping me manage daily tasks. She keeps a watchful eye on all things medical (physical, mental and emotional) so I know when to call what doctor. Over the...
Amelie B.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
where to start. I have been in the medical field since 2008. I am great at what I do. I have been doing private care now for 10 + years. my heart can't do homes any longer. I assist in anything life gives. I am great at companion compassion care. I can assist in absolutely anything in day to day living. I am STNA...
Shawna can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, mobility assistance, personal care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Shawna is an excellent caretaker! She truly treats each patient as a priority, whether the patient is hers or not. She is caring, personable, and professional with all her interactions! I highly recommend her! "
Jamie M.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a State Tested Nurses Aide since before I graduated High School and going on 18 years. I have experience with all types of medical issues and different care. I love my job. Started this when my grandmother got sick and promised her I'd never let her go into a nursing home. I treat all my clients as I would have wanted...
Angela can also help with: Dementia, companionship, hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
CPR
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Recent home care reviews in Akron, OH
Megan B.
5.0
Megan was an excellent caregiver for my mother. My mother often referred to her as her adopted daughter. She did everything my mom needed and anticipated that she needed something before my mom asked her to. She was careful and detailed with her job and was very conscientious of my mom's needs. I...
- Lisa H.
Tabitha H.
5.0
You will love her she's very sweet dependable she will do what ever it takes to get the job done
- Stephanie D.
Amy F.
5.0
Very caring and loving towards my mom Dependable and would recommend her highly
- Care member
Deanna B.
5.0
Deanna is a very friendly, warm, outgoing person. I have known Deanna for over 30 years.
She always trying to help others whenever she can.
- Care member
Carmen N.
5.0
Carmen is highly skilled in senior caregiving. Her experience has been a blessing. She can deal with the most difficult situations and remain professional and calm. Her communication has been excellent. Since I am not local and not able to be close to the day to day I rely on her judgement and quick...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding home care in Akron, OH
How much does private home care cost per hour near me in Akron, OH?
The average rate for hiring a home care provider in Akron, OH as of March, 2025 is $19.23 per hour. This cost will fluctuate depending on the provider's level of experience, whether the care is full-time or part-time and the duties required to perform to care for your senior loved one.
How can I find home care near me in Akron, OH?
Care.com has 22 home care providers for seniors in Akron, OH. To start searching for caregivers near you, you need to create a Care.com account. To create your account, you will answer some basic questions to help you find home care providers that specialize in your family member’s needs. You will then have the option to either post a job and receive applications from candidates, or you can search for caregivers on the website. You can filter results by distance from Akron, OH or hourly rate. After you have selected your candidates, you can schedule interviews, check references, request background checks, and can then hire a home health care provider that suits your needs the best.
What types of home care services are available near me in Akron, OH?
The types of home health care services near you in Akron, OH will vary depending on the needs of the senior you’re hiring home care assistance for, but home care providers can assist with companionship and fellowship, as well as skilled nursing care. There are also home caregivers in Akron, OH that can assist with daily activities, such as cooking, medication prompting, dressing, bathing and transporting the senior patient to and from appointments.
How can I safely hire home care near me in Akron, OH?
If you need to hire senior home care near you in Akron, OH, we strongly suggest you run an independent background check, request professional references, and interview a handful of candidates. You can also look for providers on Care.com who have a CareCheck badge on their profile, which is a background check we request all in home care service providers complete. Any senior home care providers who complete a CareCheck will have a badge on their profile that displays the date the background check was run.
What interview questions should I ask when hiring home health care near me in Akron, OH?
When you’re hiring in home health care services near you in Akron, OH, it can be really helpful to interview a handful of different candidates to help you find the right fit. It’s a good idea to ask them questions about the exact responsibilities they feel comfortable taking on, how they best communicate, and what types of senior health issues they have dealt with in the past.
Ratings for Akron, OH home care listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Home Care in Akron, OH are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 39 reviews of the 60 listed home care.