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56 home care are listed in Harrisburg, PA
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby home care is 8 years
Home care in Harrisburg, PA
I work in the health care industry for more than 2 decades. I work with rehabilitation patients, older patients and hospice patients. I am very reliable person and I work with compassion and I learn and understand my patients quickly. I am very patient with my clients and listen to them and let them know that their opinions...
Aissa can also help with: Personal care, hospice services
Skills:
CNA
I have over 14 years experience working with Alzheimer's dementia diabetes Parkinson's patients. I have lots of experience and will to learn more. I am a hard worker I love doing light chores cleaning I am fully vaccinated
Shondell can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, live-in home care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
Veronica J.
Camp Hill, PA
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
My name is Veronica. I've been doing home care for more than 10 years. I'm willing to work with clients from any age and with different conditions. I have experience working with clients who have Dementia/Alzheimer and Parkinson disease. I love bringing ease and comfort to their lives and I hope u will find me fit for the job.
Veronica can also help with: Dementia, personal care, hospice services
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Veronica is dependable, punctual, and very caring. We are very thankful for the great care of our mother."
Kim L.
Lindsay A.
Marysville, PA
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
3.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Passion for caring for others of all ages. 10+ years of experience working with children and elders. I am a very open and loving individual who loves to build relationships with others.
5.0
(11)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I have been taking care of senior citizens privately in their homes since I was 17 yrs old, I am now 42. I loved what I was doing so much I went to school to become a Nationally Certified Registered Medical Assistant, NRCMA. I went on to work in urgent care, occupational medicine, private family practice and also the...
Nicole can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, errands, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Over the course of two years, Nicole provided expert in-home care for both my mother and my uncle. The situations were very different with mom convalescing at home after a long hospital stay. And my uncle needing end of life in home care. In both cases, Nicole...
Care member
Kristi D.
Mechanicsburg, PA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I know what it means to be dependent on others for care because I use to be paralyzed. I am in wonderful health now but have gained an appreciation and sensitivity because I was once the patient. I became CNA when I was 17y and I am now 45y. It's all I have ever done because it's always been what has given me the most happiness....
Kristi can also help with: Companionship, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I was so lucky to have met Kristi and she was so good with my mother. Very professional and worked well with hospice and my family. Could not have asked for better care."
William C.
Jennifer M.
New Cumberland, PA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
I love what I do and couldn't imagine doing anything else. I am very compassionate and caring and patent . I've been in nursing for 28 yrs, I've done nursing home work for over 22yrs and in home care for 8 yrs. I am also licensed by the state to work in clients homes and can show license . I'm also experienced with alzheimers...
Jennifer can also help with: Dementia, companionship, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"She does a wonderful job! Both of my parents loved her!!"
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have done home health care for the past 30+ years. I have also cared for my parents as well in their battles with terminal cancer. I enjoy working with the elderly and I have a big heart. I love to add quality to their lives and give them the very best of care. They deserve it. I am currently working but still have some...
Marina can also help with: Dementia, respite care, personal care
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"I was so fearful about having to leave my Mom and find someone that I could trust to care for her as I would. Marina was absolutely fantastic, and alleviated any fear that I had. She was a wonderful helper, caregiver, and conversationalist to my Mother, and I...
Rhonda M.
Looking to make some extra money to support myself and repay my student loans.
Experienced senior caregiver
Danelle can also help with: Companionship, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, respite care
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
1.0
(1)
I have been in the medical field for 22 years and truly love caring for people. I have 19 years experience as a dialysis technician and also have worked as a personal care assistant throughout the years and can truly say I loved just taking care of people in general. I am currently preparing to take some classes towards my RN...
Colleen can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, visiting physician, personal care
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Care Provider (dementia and cancer specialties), End-Of-Life Doula, Healthcare Advocate, Registered Behavior Technician working with children and adults with special needs and developmental disorders.
Reiki Master. Mom of three children in college. Fitness enthusiast. Highly educated and experienced, empathetic, and...
Kara can also help with: Hospice services, errands, companionship, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
I have experience from my time w Papa Pals assisting clients w various tasks; ranging from light house work, transportation, personal mobility support, to often just enjoying one another's company.
I am a licensed Life Coach and temperament facilitator so I have a good discernment regarding my clients emotional needs. I...
Christine can also help with: Hospice services, personal care, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, errands & more
I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Transportation Services, House Cleaning and anything else you may need
Pardeep can also help with: Live-in home care, errands, personal care, light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep & more
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I also have experience with dementia patients. I also run errands for groceries, doctor's appointments if that's all you need too. I'm available Monday- Friday all shift including nightshift. I'm very flexible. So if your interested just message me I'm usually very quick with responding.
Janelle can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, companionship, mobility assistance, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Hi I have 15 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Hospice Services. I am a mother of five children and grandmother of 11grand babies I am reliable and energetics. I was a state approved healthcare provider, and I help take care of my grandmother and another elderly person. I would run errands for you...
Raychel can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, errands
Natalia K.
Lemoyne, PA
$8-13/hr • 1 yrs exp
I can help with Home Care and Personal Care.
Hello! I am a very reliable, patient and creative person, with experience caring for children from babies to teenagers. With me, your children will receive proper care. I can arrange educational activities for your child. I can teach you to knit, sculpt, draw your child. Your child...
Natalia can also help with: Errands, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, live-in home care, meal prep & more
I am a compassionate, friendly, experienced caregiver with several years experience working with seniors and persons with disabilities, and mild dementia. References available. Have recent clearances. Looking for part time daytime work, 10 to 15 hrs per week. I can provide transportation, meal prep, errands, light housekeeping,...
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, errands, respite care, personal care, meal prep & more
3.5
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a healthcare professional with a degree in Occupational Therapy. I have over 25 years of experience with various diagnosis both physically and cognitively. I am responsible, reliable, and trust worthy. Let me help take care of you or your loved ones. References and resume provided.
Thank you
Rebecca can also help with: Errands, home modification, companionship, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Wound Care
5.0
"Rebecca is knowledgeable, helpful and pleasant. Her OT skills are a huge plus."
Mary K.
5.0
(17)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Losing my job after 28 years in the education field is now allowing me to do things that I always wanted to do, but didn't have the time. I've become a Girl Scout Leader (YAY!!!), became more involved in my community, and took care of a neighbor for 2 years before she had to go into a nursing home. I'm searching for a position...
Tracy can also help with: Respite care
5.0
"My wife of 53 years has dementia. I was lost, confused and frustrated. A friend saw my frustration and recommended I contact Tracy. Tracy, my angel , came to my rescue. She would come and take my wife away for 2 to 4 hours each day. Just enough time to give me a...
Thomas B.
Tanya M.
Dover, PA
$20/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm a reliable, patient, responsible, punctual , compassionate , hardworking and smiling person. For several years, I've worked just part time as a Wellness coach and Companion/ Caregiver, because my priority was my sons.
Now they are young adults and I have time to work full time Monday thru Friday 8 a.m. to 4pm, while doing...
Tanya can also help with: Errands, companionship, personal care, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep & more
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Recent home care reviews in Harrisburg, PA
Veronica J.
5.0
Veronica is dependable, punctual, and very caring. We are very thankful for the great care of our mother.
- Kim L.
Nicole F.
5.0
Nicole is intelligent, caring, thorough and dedicated. She has provided excellent care for my wife.
- Mike R.
Kristi D.
3.0
Messaged Kristi through Care.com several times and she never made contact again.
- Chris H.
Jennifer M.
5.0
Jennifer was very attentive to the needs of both of my parents. She was respectful of their home and was excellent at keeping the house clean and tidy. She provided personal hygiene for my
Mother including a daily complete bed bath and skin care. She helped with meal prep. She also brought...
- Care member
Marina D.
5.0
I was so fearful about having to leave my Mom and find someone that I could trust to care for her as I would. Marina was absolutely fantastic, and alleviated any fear that I had. She was a wonderful helper, caregiver, and conversationalist to my Mother, and I can't say enough wonderful things...
- Rhonda M.
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FAQs for finding home care in Harrisburg, PA
How much does private home care cost per hour near me in Harrisburg, PA?
The average rate for hiring a home care provider in Harrisburg, PA as of January, 2025 is $17.73 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 Harrisburg, PA?
Care.com has 22 home care providers for seniors in Harrisburg, 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 Harrisburg, 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 Harrisburg, PA?
The types of home health care services near you in Harrisburg, 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 Harrisburg, 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 Harrisburg, PA?
If you need to hire senior home care near you in Harrisburg, 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 Harrisburg, PA?
When you’re hiring in home health care services near you in Harrisburg, 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 Harrisburg, PA home care listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Home Care in Harrisburg, PA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 56 listed home care.