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57 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

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Susan L.


Crown Point, IN

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

5.0

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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: Personal care, respite care, hospice services, dementia
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Jeanne S.


Gary, IN

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Life At Its Fullest

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: Dementia, personal care, respite care, hospice services
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.

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Rosie K.


Hammond, IN

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver Available

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: Light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, companionship, mobility assistance, errands & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Rosie is a very caring individual and takes pride in what she does"

Kristine K.

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Kerry D.


Hammond, IN

$15-18/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver Available

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: Errands, dementia, light cleaning, mobility assistance, meal prep, companionship & more
Skills:

CPR

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!!"

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Kimberly H.


Lansing, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Great Care For You Or Your Love Ones

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: Meal prep, light cleaning, live-in home care, personal care, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

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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Barbara N.


Merrillville, IN

$20-35/hr5 yrs exp

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. . "

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Wanda O.


Hammond, IN

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

I Am Looking For CNA/ HHA I Have A Certificate In Alzheimer Care. I Am Looking For Full Time Work .

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: Home modification, respite care, personal care, dementia
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Wanda has a kind heart. She's trustworthy and dedicated to anyone she takes care of. She is very qualified in her field.. And I would highly recommend her to care for anyone's loved ones!!"

Karen D.

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Deidra H.


Hammond, IN

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

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: Respite care, hospice services, live-in home care, dementia, personal care
Skills:

CNA

CPR

5.0
"Deidra has worked for our family for just over a year, caring for our bedridden 89 year old mom who has progressive dementia. Her responsibilities include personal care/hygiene, preparing and serving meals, monitoring vital signs, medication administration, and...

Carole B.

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Theresa T.


East Chicago, IN

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Personal Care Attendant

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

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Tiffany S.


Hammond, IN

$8-23/hr10 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: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands, home modification, mobility assistance, live-in home care & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Home Health Aide

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Mariah A.


Hammond, IN

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

Friendly Caregiver

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: Light cleaning, dementia, errands, meal prep
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Makiya N.


Merrillville, IN

$20-35/hr8 yrs exp

CNA/Home Health Aide Available Full Time Or Part Time

I've been in healthcare almost 10yrs. Patient care is my weaknesss. I genuinely love taking care of those who need assistance.
Skills:

CNA

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Julie A.


Munster, IN

$21-25/hr10 yrs exp

Patient And Fun-loving Caregiver

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: Live-in home care, companionship, dementia, light cleaning, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:

CPR

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Francine S.


Valparaiso, IN

$26/hr10 yrs exp

Caring With Compassion !

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: Dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, live-in home care, home modification, errands & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

Home Health Aide

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Ranisha S.


Hammond, IN

$10-20/hr8 yrs exp

Licensed Practical Nurse Available ASAP

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: Respite care, errands, meal prep, dementia, personal care, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Licensed Nurse

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Leola B.


Gary, IN

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

FT/PT Caregiver

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: Live-in home care, hospice services, personal care, respite care, dementia, home modification & more
Skills:

CNA

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Sharon P.


Dyer, IN

$20-35/hr5 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: Errands, personal care, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

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Modie C.


Valparaiso, IN

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Love Working With Senior

Communication Observation Interpersonal skills Empathy Postivity Problem solving Light home care Interpersonal skills
Modie can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning
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Emily G.


Merrillville, IN

$18-32/hr7 yrs exp

Caregiver Available

I am currently a licensed home health aide in the state of Indiana and have cared for many seniors. I have lots of experience with alzheimer's and dementia patients, bed bound patients, paraplegic patients, as well as several other types of needs. In addition, I am about to graduate nursing school, which helps me stay up to date...
Emily can also help with: Dementia, mobility assistance, companionship, hospice services, respite care, personal care & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

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Apollonia G.


Calumet City, IL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Empathic And Patient Spirit

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Meal Preparation. I provide companionship on a daily basis by leading an ear or a shoulder to lean on.
Apollonia can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, home modification, companionship, mobility assistance, errands & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Medical Equipment Experience

CNA

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Recent home care reviews in Portage, IN

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.

Barbara N.

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

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