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17 home care are listed in Altoona, PA
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby home care is 7 years
Home care in Altoona, PA
4.6
(11)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have completed the relias learning training program. , I'm certified in many many positions I've spent my whole adult life taking care of the elderly, I'm a certified caregiver, CPR, First Aid, and hospice care. an Flu, TB, Covid Vaccine, and the new booster shot . I will treat your family as if they were my own with respect,...
Donna can also help with: Light cleaning, mobility assistance, dementia, meal prep, errands, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
5.0
"I had the privilege of meeting Donna when my mom became ill my mom had pneumonia she was recovering out of the hospital Donna came to work for us in early November she came on Tuesdays and Fridays to care for my mom she did her housekeeping she did her laundry she...
Lori S.
5.0
(1)
I can care for your senior adult. I can provide grooming, social and housekeeping needs.
I can do transportation needs and pet needs as well.
Sharon can also help with: Dementia, personal care, hospice services, respite care
5.0
"Sharon is very responsible, careful, and responds to care giving very much so. She is a top notch care giver and does her job very well."
Dana D.
Hi there, I'm John. I am a very compassionate person. I like helping people. I like doing things for them suddenly when you get older. You need more help than you do when you're younger, and I'm that person who likes to step in and try to do the best I can to. Give them the best quality. Of life, if you're interested in me, send...
John can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, please allow me to introduce myself, I am Jackie , a 59-year-old healthy, active, happy and committed Christian CNA.
My work history includes senior care encompassing all aspects of daily living dementia, Alzheimer and end of life care.
My passion is educating and ensuring that the highest level of quality of life is...
Jackie can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, errands, dementia, light cleaning, personal care & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Jessica K.
Altoona, PA
$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
Looking To Help Care For Your Loved Ones As I Would For My Own
I'm currently a nursing student and I have 5 plus years experience as a caregiver for the elderly, disabled and intellectually disabled. I have experience with assisting with personal care, such as bathing, dressing and grooming. Also able to provide transportation to and from doctors appointments or shopping. Light...
5.0
(1)
I'm a positive, patient , reliable , energetic down to Earth person. I have worked with seniors for 11years. I absolutely love my job and what I do. I'm also a direct care worker for tempus . I help with personal care , Assist With dressing light housekeeping , Grocery shopping, preparing meals And laundry.
Jeanette can also help with: Personal care, respite care, dementia
Paige B.
Altoona, PA
$8-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
I have 3 years of experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant, and just graduated nursing school! I can help with a variety of different services including but not limited to personal care, housekeeping, running errands, and medication management.
Paige can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, respite care, personal care & more
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
CNA
4.9
(16)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience providing all kinds of care, companionship, light housekeeping, meal preparations, personal hygiene, medications reminders, comfort care, help meet the needs of day to day living. Clients have included: Hospice situations due to sickness or age, Car Accidents. I am passionate about what I do because I am making...
Mary can also help with: Respite care, personal care, hospice services, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I cannot say enough good about Mary. Her expert care, vast experience and knowledge and excellent work ethic changed how we were able to care for our elderly family member until his death. Mary is an angel on Earth. We are so thankful for her! She was a Godsend for...
Lori T.
Megan G.
Hollidaysburg, PA
$12-13/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I currently work in a nursing home as a cna. I have been a CNA for 5 years now. I'm looking to take care of patients in a more 1:1 way. I would be willing to assist with appointments, and help with any daily needs.
Megan can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep, live-in home care, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
(2)
I am a highly qualified and certified caregiver, specializing in Alzheimer's care, with a wealth of experience in providing dedicated support to individuals affected by memory loss and cognitive decline. My approach is rooted in delivering compassionate, individualized care that addresses the unique needs of each client,...
Alana can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, transportation
5.0
"Words cannot describe how amazing Alana was with my mom. My mom has dementia, which frequently threw her into random high and low mood swings. Alana handled the 'downs' with professionalism, grace, and most importantly patience.
Mom is now in a residential home,...
Krista W.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
-it only gives me the option for working with a patient/client up to 1 year but I will remain with them as long as needed
I have just shy of 15 years in elder care, but 17 years of patient care in total
I was a volunteer EMT for 10 years until I was pregnant with my son and couldn't safely lift a stretcher anymore
I am CPR...
Susan can also help with: Companionship, live-in home care, errands, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
Ive worked in several nursing homes before. Caring for people is a passion to me. I love taking care of people and making them
Comfortable
I have been helping care for the elderly for almost 18 years. 15 of those years working thru 2 different companies and the last 2 1/2 years privately. I am not a nurse or cna. I work in a companionship role and am willing to do light housekeeping and meal prep to help out. I am looking for just 2 days a week, might consider 3...
Janice can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, personal care, companionship, errands, light cleaning & more
I'm a mother of 4 with a special needs daughter. I spent the last several years caring for my grandmother until her passing at home in Hospice care. I am currently a DSP for IDD adults. I can help with Transportation Services, Meal Preparation and many other aspects of need. CPR certified. Sit to stand lift trained.
April can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, dementia, light cleaning, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
I have been experienced for 25 years in all aspects of care. I provide home, nursing home, hospice, and hospital care. I am a certified nursing assistant, and medical assistant also current CPR, First Aid training and Covid vaccinated
Robin can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, dementia, companionship, hospice services, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
CNA
I was a Certified Nursing Assistant for 21 years, I am currently an LPN. I have expierence with all different diseases and ailments. I am a truly caring, trustworthy woman. I am great at my job and truly love what I do.
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
I'd describe my personality as hard working, compassionate, and responsible.
I like caring for seniors because I love being a companion and giving time to those who cannot care for themselves.
I started caring for seniors when I turned 18- I started at a personal care home as soon as I turned 16 and did housekeeping till I...
Samantha can also help with: Errands, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, companionship, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
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Recent home care reviews in Altoona, PA
Donna L.
5.0
Donna is a kind soul she helps out wherever she can I had a stroke and she stepped in to help me with cleaning my house making dinner and stuff on the weekend for my family I'm very thankful for all that she has done and she will do in the future she's taking a lot of stress off of me as far as like...
- Brenda L.
Sharon D.
5.0
Sharon is very responsible, careful, and responds to care giving very much so. She is a top notch care giver and does her job very well.
- Dana D.
Mary N.
5.0
I hired Mary to provide care to my mother upon her return home from a car accident. My mother had physical limitations and also struggles with some cognitive deficits. Mary's past experience was perfect for our needs at that time. Not only did she provide companionship and structure to my mother...
- Tricia G.
Alana H.
5.0
Alana was 100% Reliable while taking care of my mother in law. Alana is your ideal care taker because whe cares sincerely and keeps perfect communication flow. Alana was very sweet and loving towards my husbands Mom, she prepared amazing food that our Mom was happy to eat.
She helped us make sure...
- Carolina P.
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FAQs for finding home care in Altoona, PA
How much does private home care cost per hour near me in Altoona, PA?
The average rate for hiring a home care provider in Altoona, PA as of January, 2025 is $17.29 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 Altoona, PA?
Care.com has 7 home care providers for seniors in Altoona, PA. 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 Altoona, PA 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 Altoona, PA?
The types of home health care services near you in Altoona, PA 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 Altoona, PA 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 Altoona, PA?
If you need to hire senior home care near you in Altoona, PA, 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 Altoona, PA?
When you’re hiring in home health care services near you in Altoona, PA, 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 Altoona, PA home care listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Home Care in Altoona, PA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews of the 17 listed home care.