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60 home care are listed in Portage, IN
The average posted rate is $14/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby home care is 9 years
Home care in Portage, IN
5.0
(1)
Hi, I am a CNA , PTA, Dialyss Tech, CPR certified ., looking for partime position at home caregiver.
I specialize in demetia and alzeimer patients.
Bed bound or mobile patients. I akso had years of experience with ALS patient with trache tube.
I am very caring to my clients and treat them as family.
Please let me know how I can...
Thelma can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, mobility assistance, companionship, dementia, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
5.0
"I don't have the time to adequately express how amazing a person Thelma is. Thelma became part of our family while taking care of my father, who suffered from Alzheimer's, while providing my mother with much needed emotional support. She later helped take care of...
Diane C.
5.0
(1)
I am currently looking for full or more part time caretaker hours. I have excellent patient care experience working as a PCA at St. Anthony's hospital in Crown Point. In addition, I have several years of hands on experience caring for my ill parents, as well as working for a Home Healthcare agency. I am happy to discuss any...
Susan can also help with: Dementia, personal care, respite care, hospice services
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Jean and I do home health care. I am looking for a position for overnight care.
I am experienced in dementia care, hospice care, developmentally disabled care and more. I have worked with infants thru adults. I have a job in an agency but would like to work a bit more. This would 2-3 nights or so a week. Hours...
Jeanne can also help with: Hospice services, personal care, respite care, dementia
5.0
"Jeanne was absolutely wonderful! Extremely compassionate and kind, patient and resourceful, and attentive and nurturing. She took care of my aunt at the end of her life, and I would definitely hire her again. Thank you so much, Jeanne!"
Meghan W.
4.9
(8)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I cared for my mother before she passed away at the age of 16. I administrated shots, and her pills. I gave her baths daily. I made all meals and kept the house clean, she walked with a walker. For the past 30 years, I have helped my brother by preparing his medications, and taking him to doctor appts., and after surgery care....
Rosie can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, mobility assistance, meal prep, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Rosie is a caring and compassionate person.
She went above and beyond for all of the residents in her care. She was dedicated and loyal to her position. You won't get a better caretaker than Rosie!"
Linda B.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been working with the elderly and disabled in their homes with personal care shower assistance oral hygiene light house cleaning laundry and shopping for 12 years now. I love what I do and am looking for more clients to care for afternoons or early evenings Mon Tues Wed Thurs Fri.
Kerry can also help with: Mobility assistance, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, errands, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Kerry made a nice companion for my elderly mother. My mother enjoyed her company. She prepared food for her during her visit and if needed would have helped her use the bathroom. I will use her again as needed and recommend her services."
Lori N.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm a Certified Nurses Assistant for 26 years now, very experienced, Kind, Caring and caregiving Is my passion. Very knowledgeable about Dementia/Alzheimer's. ALS, Parkinson's disease etc. I have a reliable vehicle with full coverage insurance. I I also do meal prep, medication reminders, house keeping , laundry, and CPR...
Kimberly can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, personal care, live-in home care, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Kimberly has done a wonderful job taking care of my mother who has Parkinson's. She is very nice, compassionate, patient, and is comfortable with doing all tasks required. She cooks great meals and even did my moms hair! Would highly recommend!"
Laura O.
Barbara N.
Merrillville, IN
$20-35/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(12)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi. I am a very compassionate person I've been blessed to have cared for wonderful families. I love working with the elderly it's just like taking care of my own mum.
Barbara can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, personal care
5.0
"Barabara is a trustworthy, caring and compassionate caregiver for my mother. She is very knowledgeable and understanding as a caregiver. Highly recommend her. . "
Care member
Wanda O.
Hammond, IN
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Am Looking For CNA/ HHA I Have A Certificate In Alzheimer Care. I Am Looking For Full Time Work .
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Before getting into care-giving I was a medical assistant. I worked in a family care facility along with a cardiologist. They are a husband, wife team. I really have a great compassion for the elderly and after working with a broad spectrum of health care I felt we need to standup and help the elderly, after all who was there...
Wanda can also help with: Respite care, dementia, personal care, home modification
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"She will take good care of your loved one's."
melany R.
Deidra H.
Hammond, IN
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.6
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have 20 year's of experience in adult and senior care. I do my very best to be as dependable, reliable, compassionate and caring as I can be. I can help with meal prep, medication, and chores around the house. I've worked extensively with elders who have Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, and Dementia. I've also learned how to build...
Deidra can also help with: Live-in home care, respite care, personal care, hospice services, dementia
Skills:
CPR
CNA
5.0
"If you are looking for a caring, dependable and all-around wonderful caregiver, Deidra is all of that and more. I cannot say how much having her in our lives has meant to our family. She has been a blessing to us and has taken such wonderful care of my mom...we...
Laura J.
18 years of experience I've worked in home health for 8 years is several nursing homes and currently working in a hospital as a CNA I'm a very dependable person and easy to get along with.
Skills:
CNA
Tiffany S.
Hammond, IN
$8-23/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as caring , attentive, compassionate
I like caring for seniors because they deserve the best , I believe providing Quality care is very important, If you keep living everyone will need help , I love to bring joy to my clients .
I'm looking to bring my gifts , and make A difference in people lives...
Tiffany can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning, mobility assistance, meal prep, home modification, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Home Health Aide
Hello! My name is Mariah I'm currently a freelance caregiver picking up jobs while I pursue my education in nursing. I worked for a company for 2 years before freelancing and have had a lot of different clients throughout my time as a caregiver. I've worked with clients struggling with Dementia, Alzheimer's, muscular...
Mariah can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, errands
I've been in healthcare almost 10yrs. Patient care is my weaknesss. I genuinely love taking care of those who need assistance.
Skills:
CNA
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, live-in home care, hospice services, light cleaning, companionship, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a private caregiver for over 28 years, I have also worked in hospitals and rehabilitation centers. I am dependable, hard working, motivated, compassionate, sympathetic. I enjoy assisting in anyway possible and don't mind going above and beyond my job.
Francine can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, errands, home modification, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
I am a LPN who has worked with seniors for 8 years. I am very professional and provide exceptional care at all times.
Ranisha can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, personal care, light cleaning, respite care, errands & more
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
Assisted clients in home w/ ADL, prepared meals, dressing, bathing, cleaning and giving meds. I've worked with dementia patients, Alzheimer patients, trachs and patients with little to no mobility. My rewards come from doing great work and the satisfaction and knowing a family member is comfortable with their loved ones care...
Leola can also help with: Dementia, personal care, live-in home care, respite care, hospice services, home modification & more
Skills:
CNA
Isabelle R.
Griffith, IN
$14-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as caring, sympathetic, and outgoing
I like caring for seniors because I love helping people. It makes me happy to help others in need who can no longer get around how they use to, or in any way possible.
Isabelle can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, live-in home care, home modification, dementia & more
Sharon P.
Dyer, IN
$20-35/hr • 5 yrs exp
CNA Certified, CPR Trained.
Can assist with light cooking, cleaning, medicine reminders.
Experience with Dementia and Alzheimer
conditions.
Sharon can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, personal care, errands, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Communication
Observation
Interpersonal skills
Empathy
Postivity
Problem solving
Light home care
Interpersonal skills
Modie can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep, dementia, live-in home care
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Recent home care reviews in Portage, IN
Thelma P.
5.0
I don't have the time to adequately express how amazing a person Thelma is. Thelma became part of our family while taking care of my father, who suffered from Alzheimer's, while providing my mother with much needed emotional support. She later helped take care of my mother when she fell ill...
- Diane C.
Jeanne S.
5.0
Jeanne is bubbly and pleasant. She arrives on time and is responsible. She is a team player and works well with others. She communicates with us on a daily basis to let us know how things are going. Jeanne is responsible, dependable and knowledgeable. We are lucky to have her.
- Tom B.
Rosie K.
5.0
Rosie is a caring and compassionate person.
She went above and beyond for all of the residents in her care. She was dedicated and loyal to her position. You won't get a better caretaker than Rosie!
- Linda B.
Kerry D.
5.0
Kerry was phenomenal with my 92 year old Mother and step dad. She gave exceptional care, advice, companionship and suggestions that were insurmountable! I would highly recommend Kerry and we feel like she is family!!
- Care member
Kimberly H.
5.0
Kimberly has done a wonderful job taking care of my mother who has Parkinson's. She is very nice, compassionate, patient, and is comfortable with doing all tasks required. She cooks great meals and even did my moms hair! Would highly recommend!
- Laura O.
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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 March, 2025 is $14.25 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 4 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.