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I care for my husband who is on oxygen. Cleaning, cooking, shopping and entertaining. I am on Social security disability. So I am looking for a part time job that would be fulfilling and help me learn more about caregiving.
Stayce can also help with: Meal prep, mobility assistance, errands, light cleaning, personal care, companionship & more
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked in the medical field for 26 years. My latest experience has been a home health aide in hospice for almost 3 yrs. I am very passionate about my patients, and have had the best experiences in hospice.
I have been trained in changing colostomy pouches, some wound care and operation of Hoyer lifts.
Wendy can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, respite care, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I would highly recommend Wendy! She has been caring for my elderly in-laws for 3 years.
Her cheerful, caring personality is wonderful.
She is skilled and compassionate with personal care such as bathing, dressing, wound care and she also cooks delicious meals,...
Sheryl R.
Michelle D.
Ulster, PA
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Providing Encouraging, Respectful, Competent In-home Care
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I provide basic assistance with things like bathing, eating, dressing, getting around the house and running errands; or more advanced care like dressing changes, oxygen administration, insulin administration, health monitoring, and more. I have a current PA RN license, current CPR certification, insurance, child abuse...
Michelle can also help with: Errands, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
5.0
"Absolutely wonderful, dependable and hardworking! Highly recommended!"
Steven S.
Rhonda H.
Waverly, NY
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(11)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Have 30 years experience with this line of work. I have worked in facilities and private care, as well as agencies. I am dependable, compassionate and have references if needed. I am willing to work during the week, daytime hours as well as every other weekend.
Rhonda can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, companionship, errands, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Rhonda has been an absolute joy to have on our team!
Caring, thoughtful, diligent, punctual, personable .. just a few adjectives that come to mind when I think of Rhonda.
You would be lucky to have her on your team."
Allie C.
Karastin N.
Owego, NY
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm interested in working overnights or daytime hours I have been a NY state certified nursing assistant since 2002 my certificate is current and I have also completed a NY state certification in home care as well. I've worked with memory care longterm hospice as well as rehab I've also completed courses in administration of...
Karastin can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, companionship, errands, dementia, home modification & more
5.0
"Kari helped me care for my dad over the past year. I felt so lucky to have found her - always on time, always dependable, and always interactive and encouraging with my dad. She mainly worked overnights but occasionally evenings or days. She took Dad out for lunch...
Robin B.
I have worked in senior care for over 10 years and have always had a passion for it. Most recently I have worked in a memory care community where I gained extensive experience in working with memory loss. I have my Bachelors degree in Healthcare Management and am currently going to grad school part time online to become a...
Kathleen can also help with: Dementia, personal care
Georgia J.
Gillett, PA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am an energetic very reliable and trustworthy person. I have over 20 years experience in the healthcare field. I started out working in ICU at Robert Packer Hospital then I did some home health care and then I went back to Robert Packer Hospital. When I worked at RPH I was a CNA in PA. I also was a certified EMT for PA. I...
Georgia can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, respite care
Mediatrix Q.
Troy, PA
$18/hr • 2 yrs exp
I am a dedicated and compassionate caregiver with years of experience providing care to elderly individuals, those with disabilities, and patients with chronic illnesses. My background includes assisting with daily living activities, medication management, and offering emotional support to ensure a high quality of life for those...
Mediatrix can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, home modification, hospice services, live-in home care, dementia & more
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Recent home care reviews in Athens, PA
Wendy S.
5.0
We are so thankful to have found Wendy to help care for my mother as her health was declining and during her last months while in hospice. Wendy has continued on to provide assistance to my 90-year-old father. She has been a tremendous blessing to our family!
- Jim R.
Michelle D.
5.0
Absolutely wonderful, dependable and hardworking! Highly recommended!
- Steven S.
Rhonda H.
5.0
Rhonda is very nice, caring and flexible. My Mother enjoys her company.
- Barbara B.
Karastin N.
5.0
Kari helped me care for my dad over the past year. I felt so lucky to have found her - always on time, always dependable, and always interactive and encouraging with my dad. She mainly worked overnights but occasionally evenings or days. She took Dad out for lunch or for car rides whenever possible....
- Robin B.
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FAQs for finding home care in Athens, PA
How much does private home care cost per hour near me in Athens, PA?
The average rate for hiring a home care provider in Athens, PA as of March, 2025 is $15.00 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 Athens, PA?
Care.com has 1 home care providers for seniors in Athens, 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 Athens, 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 Athens, PA?
The types of home health care services near you in Athens, 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 Athens, 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 Athens, PA?
If you need to hire senior home care near you in Athens, 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 Athens, PA?
When you’re hiring in home health care services near you in Athens, 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.