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60 home care are listed in Ocala, FL
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby home care is 8 years
Home care in Ocala, FL
5.0
(1)
I have 10 years of experience in Senior Care. I have experience with patients who have suffered from ALS, Alzheimer's, Dementia, Sun downer's syndrome, Lung Cancer, Asthma, Parkinson's, and strokes.
I also have experience with feeding tubes, trilogy vent, cough assist, nebulizer treatments, medication management, oxygen use,...
Heather can also help with: Hospice services, live-in home care, personal care, respite care, dementia, home modification & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Wound Care
5.0
"Heather helped take care of my mother in 2015/2016 during the last few months of her life. My mother had late stages of Alzheimer's, and was a bad fall risk. Heather was very gentle and patient with her. Always early, and eager to help."
John W.
Debra R.
Belleview, FL
$13-24/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as love to make people happy cook clean
I like caring for seniors because they need help too
I'm looking for a job that makes me feel at home make people happy put a smile on there face give seniors quality they deserve
I started caring for seniors when I started in the medical field
In my spare...
Debra can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, live-in home care, errands
Skills:
CNA
I am an LPN, currently work towards my RN. I have worked in private care for over 20 plus years and it is a passion of mine.
Tanya can also help with: Personal care, light cleaning, visiting nurse, hospice services, dementia
With 12+ years in the healthcare industry I take pride in knowing that I'm providing compassion for each client that I'm blessed to have an encounter with. From a young age I was drawn to caring for others. I've taken passion into each individual's home and cared for them as I would care for my own family. One Personal...
Lashawn can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, dementia
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
CNA
Katie J.
Belleview, FL
$13-24/hr • 7 yrs exp
I have 7 years of experience as a licensed practical nurse. I can help with Transportation Services, medication management, housekeeping, hygiene (showering) and more!
Katie can also help with: Dementia, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, personal care, respite care & more
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
Simply Sonja
Hi, my name is Sonja. I have 40 years of caregiving experience, with the last 9 focused on elderly care, including dementia, Parkinson's, hospice, and stroke patients. Previously, I worked in childcare, owned a daycare, and served as a special education aide and tutor. My passion is helping people regain...
Sonja can also help with: Mobility assistance, errands, light cleaning, respite care, meal prep, home modification & more
Skills:
CPR
Flozerpeda D.
The Villages, FL
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Care provider for 6 years, first aid and CPR well trained.
Experiences:
~ 3 years caregiver to my parents in law that lives in an independent living until they both passed away.
~ 1 year caregiver to a retired veteran guy at Fruitland Park.
~ Worked at 3C's comfort care facility for a year until I decided to work one on...
Flozerpeda can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, errands, personal care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Flor is very caring and dependable. She cared for my mother suffering w Alzheimer's and later a broken hip. I highly recommend her."
Geoffrey S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a compassionate, courteous, prompt and dependable individual. I have worked in various fields of the medical field for 15+ years. I receive great satisfaction in helping others. I am experienced with senior care and all it entails. I have worked with Alzheimer's and dementia patients. I have worked with G tube feedings, NG...
Janice can also help with: Meal prep, errands, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Janice cared for my father who had Parkinson’s and developing dementia for over two years. She was reliable, kind, caring and I can’t recommend her highly enough. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hello Families,
I am 57 years old and I have a very easy going, go with the flow attitude.
I have been married for 29 years and have 2 adult children. I love spending time with my immediate and extended families. I am a kind, patient and responsible caregiver.
I would be honored to help care for your loved one including...
Regina can also help with: Dementia, respite care, errands, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Regina has provided excellent, friendly and caring assistance to my our elder family. ."
Peter C.
5.0
(3)
I have been a direct support professional for the past 3+ years dealing with all types of clients and managing a house with 4 clients working 80+ hours a week when I work with Sevita home and health care in Minnesota until I just recently moved out the villages to support my mother. The job entailed everything from...
Turner can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, light cleaning, live-in home care, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Turner has a lovely personality and goes out of his way to help in any way he can. We enjoyed having him with us. "
William E.
Corinne T.
Weirsdale, FL
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I enjoy taking care of people. I have two-way grown children and three grandchildren. I have been in this type of work for some years. I have worked with all types of clients. I love taking care of the elderly it brings me happiness to help them stay in their homes and keep their independence. I have back ground in dementia,...
Corinne can also help with: Hospice services, home modification, dementia, personal care
5.0
"Corinne is a dependable caregiver who provided excellent care for my aunt (who has vascular dementia) with empathy and kindness while also seeing to her personal needs and safety. She was fantastic with our dogs and cat and went above & beyond in many ways. She...
Gail H.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am an LPN with 29 years of experience caring for both Pediatric and Senior clients. For the past 18 years, I have been an in-home care provider for clients with acute or chronic illnesses, as well as clients with developmental disabilities. I am very reliable, organized and patient. I have one grown child, and I am an animal...
Lisa can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, companionship, dementia, errands, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
5.0
"Lisa is an exceptional caregiver for my Mom. She cares for my Mom as I would. She is cheerful, Friendly, compassionate, considerate and hard working. Lisa takes the initiative without needing instructions from me. She goes above and beyond to provide my Mom with...
Eileen P.
Maria C.
Summerfield, FL
$18/hr • 10 yrs exp
3.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 10 years experience in adult and senior care. I do my best to be dependable, reliable, compassionate and caring as I can be I can help with meal prep, medication, doctor's appointments, transportation, housekeeping, dressing, feeding and bathing. I have worked extensively with elders who have Alzheimer's and dementia and...
Maria can also help with: Dementia, errands, home modification, hospice services, light cleaning, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"She is a great caregiver and housekeeper and we never had a problem. She's a very sweet person, caring and responsible person, I hired her for my husband and my husband loved her."
Rosa M.
Suzannah S.
The Villages, FL
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
3.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Since I have no commitments that I will allow to interfere with my work, I am available. I will never be a ". No show". I understand the need for a reliable and dependable caregiver and this is what I am.
My experience includes patients with ALS, Parkinson's, dementia, , MS, cancers and end of life care. I am well spoken,...
Suzannah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, personal care, dementia, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
CPR
Christina M.
Summerfield, FL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
DEPENDABLE, COMPASSIONATE Caregiver: 23 Years Experience
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm Christina and I have 24 years experience caring for the elderly.
I have experience with Dementia, Alzheimers, ALS, Downs Syndrome, COPD, Parkinsons, CHF, wound care, physical therapy, feeding tubes & End of life care.
My priority is always the person in my care, not myself or my phone!
I'm very patient and known for my...
Christina can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning, errands, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
CPR
5.0
"Christina was a caregiver for my elderly mother. Christina was kind, trustworthy and dedicated in the care of my mother who had numerous health issues. She was reliable and gave me the satisfaction that my mother was well taken care of while I was at work."
Leslie R.
I am an RN with 16+ years of experience from ICU to home health. As a home health nurse I was compelled by how much more care my patients needed then I had time to provide. It is a joy to work independently and to be able to attend fully to each patient/person I care for.
Stephanie L can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, errands, live-in home care, hospice services, meal prep & more
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have well over 29 years of experience with all kinds of health care needs from children to special needs to seniors. I have worked in hospital settings to group homes and homes. I have Knowledge with many illnesses, some of them are dementia, epilepsy, tbi. I have been trained to work with a lot of medical equipment as well. I...
Shannon can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, dementia, personal care & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
CPR
Naomi D.
Summerfield, FL
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Excellent, Compassionate, Caring And Clean Care Giver. Passionate About Geriatric Care.
I have worked in a nursing home for more than 5 years and I have worked with individuals with developmental disabilities for over five years. I have cordinate day trips, activities, write dayhab and residential plans, ISP's etc. Making sure that the needs of each person is met and that they are given the chance to make their...
I cared for my grandmother when she suffered multiple strokes. I sat with her, made sure she was comfortable, encouraged her to eat and drink, and kept her company. I am available to work Friday evenings, Saturday, and Sunday.
Brianna can also help with: Personal care, dementia
Synthia D.
The Villages, FL
$16-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Please Check My Special Needs Profile For More Detailed Information
I have enjoyed providing top level care for my senior clients. I am a certified Direct Support Professional, with CPR/First Aid, Specializing in Dementia and Behavioral health. Please visit my special care needs profile where I have listed detailed information of my skills, education and experience.
Synthia can also help with: Personal care, live-in home care, respite care, dementia
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
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Recent home care reviews in Ocala, FL
Heather V.
5.0
Heather helped take care of my mother in 2015/2016 during the last few months of her life. My mother had late stages of Alzheimer's, and was a bad fall risk. Heather was very gentle and patient with her. Always early, and eager to help.
- John W.
Flozerpeda D.
5.0
Flor is very caring and dependable. She cared for my mother suffering w Alzheimer's and later a broken hip. I highly recommend her.
- Geoffrey S.
Janice D.
5.0
Janice cared for my father who had Parkinson’s and developing dementia for over two years. She was reliable, kind, caring and I can’t recommend her highly enough.
- Care member
Regina D.
5.0
Regina has provided excellent, friendly and caring assistance to my our elder family. .
- Peter C.
Turner T.
5.0
Turner has a lovely personality and goes out of his way to help in any way he can. We enjoyed having him with us.
- William E.
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FAQs for finding home care in Ocala, FL
How much does private home care cost per hour near me in Ocala, FL?
The average rate for hiring a home care provider in Ocala, FL as of January, 2025 is $19.16 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 Ocala, FL?
Care.com has 38 home care providers for seniors in Ocala, FL. 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 Ocala, FL 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 Ocala, FL?
The types of home health care services near you in Ocala, FL 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 Ocala, FL 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 Ocala, FL?
If you need to hire senior home care near you in Ocala, FL, 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 Ocala, FL?
When you’re hiring in home health care services near you in Ocala, FL, 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 Ocala, FL home care listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Home Care in Ocala, FL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 46 reviews of the 60 listed home care.