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60 home care are listed in Portage, IN
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of November 2024
The average experience for nearby home care is 8 years
Home care in Portage, IN
5.0
(1)
I am a mother of 4 and I have always had a love for helping those that need it. I currently work for a company that helps those with developmental disabilities achieve independence and promote choice. With this I have had to play many roles. I aide with transportation, hygiene, cooking, shopping, provide companionship, goal...
Iris can also help with: Light cleaning, respite care, live-in home care
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Iris is an amazing person and open to providing quality care for people when they need it most!"
Care member
I'm retired from the Navy (Hospital Corpsman) and from the federal goverment.
I'm passionate about serving and helping others. I've returned to what I am very passionate about and that is supporting family needs and providing support to the elderly.
I've provided companion care for 2 incredible elderly ladies. I provided...
Marilyn can also help with: Home modification, dementia, personal care
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 7 years experience as a caregiver. I have been trained to do almost anything one could need. I can bathe in a bathtub, bed bath, or shower. I can prepare meals and feed a patient. I know how to check a temperature, blood pressure, heartbeat, blood sugar and oxidation. I can use a Hoyer lift for bed ridden patients. I can...
Barbara can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, personal care, errands
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Ntally K.
Gary, IN
$33/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
I have 7 yrs of Home Health care experience. I have assisted with self-administered medications while faithfully following strict state regulations and guidelines. Patiently communicate with patients; will perform additional supportive duties as requested by Patient and within State regulations and Guidelines. Accepts and offers...
Ntally can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, live-in home care, dementia, meal prep, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Ntally is friendly, respectful, responsive and dependable. She is also the most honest person I've ever met."
Mbadiala K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been working as a private CNA for over 10 years, and have a lot of experience working with clients with dementia and MS.
My responsibility was to provide a holistic approach to the needs and care of the elderly in their homes, nursing facilities, and assisted living communities.
I was providing safety, mobility, comfort...
Irina can also help with: Personal care, respite care, mobility assistance, meal prep, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"My family hired Irina to help with companion care for my mother with Alzheimer's disease. The goal of this was to help get my mother out of the house and regain some of the freedom the disease had taken away. Irina was amazing and patient with my mother. Irina...
Michael G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Rhonda I've had a few clients since I joined.. and I have been a CNA for 10+ years doing in home care as well as facilities ... I am very open to days and hours. I also do nails and hair including cutting at no extra cost... my response time is not low.. usually when someone reaches out to me they provide a number , so I...
Rhonda can also help with: Dementia, respite care, personal care, hospice services
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Very considerate and helpful person. Very capable."
Care member
Carla R.
Valparaiso, IN
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have worked with senior citizens for 23 years.. I love my job. I am compassionate and dependable. I've worked extensive with dementia and Alzheimer's patients. I hope you consider me to care for loved one.
Carla can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, mobility assistance & more
5.0
"Carla took care of my mother in law who suffered from advanced dementia and other complications. She is professional, caring and most importantly knowledgeable in her craft. She has been a great help making the difficult process easier for the family! I'd not...
Amy W.
5.0
(6)
Hello I'm a 11 year experienced caregiver! I started this journey in 2013 with my first patient with Alzheimer's and dementia. I was with her for 6 years until she passed. Afterwards I've had multiple hospice patients, traumatic brain injury, stroke patients and more! I also have experience in wound care, diabetes, feeding tube,...
Brittany can also help with: Live-in home care, errands, companionship, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
5.0
"Brittany is a very caring, thorough, fantastic caregiver. I would highly recommend her to anyone. From daily caregiving to taking care of your family member in their final days. Anyone would be blessed to have her."
Maribeth O.
Dana Z.
Valparaiso, IN
$27-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
A Healthcare Liaison/PBT, That Provides Care, Companionship & Kindness During The Aging Process.
4.9
(10)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I began my education in psychology & Sociology, furthering into phlebotomy & LPN, wanting to push forward to eventually a RN. I have worked in many different medical areas (from home care, nursing homes, assisted living, hospital, clinical labs & Dialysis). I have been blessed in working with some extraordinary people and my...
Dana can also help with: Visiting nurse, home modification, personal care, hospice services, dementia, respite care & more
5.0
"Dana cared for our elderly bedridden mom part time for 7 months, until her passing in January. We wish we would have found her earlier, she was the epitome of everything a caregiver should be. Her passion for her work showed - she is extremely conscientious,...
Carole B.
Melissa L.
Chesterton, IN
$10-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hi there , My name is Melissa I have been a caregiver for elders for 5 years and a house keeper over 15 years .. A little about me . I enjoy volunteer at a disability horse ranch and I love to cook and bake and spending time with my family . Looking forward to meeting you and your family ...
Melissa can also help with: Respite care, visiting physician, dementia, personal care, hospice services, home modification & more
5.0
"She is a very caring person and easy to get along with and take pride in caregiving."
Sammy M.
I have worked at three senior living facilities and currently work part time for a home health company since February of 2020. I have also provided home care for a few people outside of my main job. I am very patient and always put work first. Willing to travel within northern Indiana and southwest Michigan. I was CNA certified...
Skills:
CNA
Linda R.
Chesterton, IN
$20-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
I am responsible, reliable, trustworthy and have 7 years of experience senior care, including 2 with dementia patient . My aim is to help seniors through the aging process while keeping their dignity and grace. I will happily help my clients with compassion and patience in any and all ways to lessen their stress and burden. . I...
Linda can also help with: Companionship, errands, dementia, light cleaning, personal care, meal prep & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a caregiver for about 10 yrs now... I use to work for an agency for about 7 yrs after my last client who I cared for for about 5 yrs passed away I than went out on my own.... currently I care for two women who have dementia... I also just do showers.... I will run any errands that are needed cook meals do some...
Priscilla can also help with: Dementia, personal care
I have been working with seniors for the last 20 years. Years of experience with Alzheimer's and Dementia patients. My goal is to help the elderly maintain their independence and quality of life.
Mari can also help with: Respite care, dementia, hospice services, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Sara A.
Hobart, IN
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
My Name Is Sara And I Have 10 Years Of Caregiver. I Truly Enjoy Working With Any Age Group. .
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Very passionate about the families I care for!
Every age is precious!
Compassionate, respectful, and responsible!!
Sara can also help with: Home modification, hospice services, light cleaning, errands, live-in home care, dementia & more
I'm a compassionate, caring, honest person who has always had the love for helping families with their loved ones. I started helping families with loved ones in 2020. My experience is with dementia, companionship, , etc. For many years, I've helped families with cleaning their homes, running errand, doctor appointments & social...
Carol can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care, dementia, meal prep, errands
I have 20 years experience as an certified CNA.. I'm worked in nursing home environment and I worked in homes of senior residents... I am compassionate... I am loyal to my work ... and I'm. willing to go that extra mile for the residents I take care of..
Theresa can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, dementia
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
I'd describe my personality as Optimistic, Caring, Thoughtful
I like caring for seniors because they have lived a long life & deserve to be cared for wholly just like they cared for us when we were babies!
I'm looking for a job that I look forward to every day, apply my hospitality & serving skills of 13 years, making long...
Hannah can also help with: Meal prep, home modification, live-in home care, dementia, light cleaning
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello everyone, my name is Julie I've worked as a caregiver for over 10 years and with special needs now for over 6 years and have learned a lot in my time as a caregiver. I've worked with clients with Alzheimer's, dementia, special needs, and disabilities. Walking assistance and guidance assistance whether it is with a gait...
Julie can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Julie has been great with my Mom and Dad. She has an excellent work ethic, is always looking for something to do, and some way to help. She is patient with my father who can be very difficult. We have been so happy with all of the help she has been able to...
Ellen B.
5.0
(11)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello I'm 41 responsible cna with 20 years of elderly care I have done home care, long term care, dementia care, stroke and disable care I'm able to help with adl, errands, feeding tubes, medication management, drs appts, house cleaning including laundry I'm flexible and able to help with what ever is needed I have a great...
Heidi can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, respite care, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Heidi is a total pro. I can't even begin to describe how much she helped our family. Our Mom had terminal cancer and required 24 hour care. Rain sleet and snow Heidi was always there. She gave our Mom the finest treatment. Heidi is an angel and our family would...
Saul V.
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Recent home care reviews in Portage, IN
Iris M.
5.0
Iris is an amazing person and open to providing quality care for people when they need it most!
- Care member
Ntally K.
5.0
Ntally is friendly, respectful, responsive and dependable. She is also the most honest person I've ever met.
- Mbadiala K.
Irina V.
5.0
My family hired Irina to help with companion care for my mother with Alzheimer's disease. The goal of this was to help get my mother out of the house and regain some of the freedom the disease had taken away. Irina was amazing and patient with my mother. Irina took her on to get lunch, walks,...
- Michael G.
Rhonda J.
5.0
Very considerate and helpful person. Very capable.
- Care member
Carla R.
5.0
We hired Carla to care for my dad, who has Alzheimer’s. She is wonderful! She is kind, compassionate and experienced working with seniors who have Alzheimer’s. I appreciate her for all of the fun and creative activities that she did with my dad to keep him active. Also, her communication was...
- Samantha R.
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FAQs for finding home care in Portage, IN
How much does private home care cost per hour near me in Portage, IN?
The average rate for hiring a home care provider in Portage, IN as of November, 2024 is $16.33 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 Portage, IN?
Care.com has 3 home care providers for seniors in Portage, IN. 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 Portage, IN 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 Portage, IN?
The types of home health care services near you in Portage, IN 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 Portage, IN 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 Portage, IN?
If you need to hire senior home care near you in Portage, IN, 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 Portage, IN?
When you’re hiring in home health care services near you in Portage, IN, 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.