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Communication
Observation
Interpersonal skills
Empathy
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Problem solving
Light home care
Interpersonal skills
Modie can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning
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: Personal care, respite care, mobility assistance, companionship, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
I am extremely passionate about helping those who want to stay in their homes. My experience ranges from to those with cancer, dementia or those just needing a companion.
Stephanie can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, errands, meal prep, personal care & more
Terri S.
Gary, IN
$18-40/hr • 1 yrs exp
Previously worked with seniors in nursing home setting.
I love working in senior care because it is an honor and very rewarding to be able to help someone.
Terri can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Reliable, caring certified nursing assistant with 10+ years of experience caring for elderly and vulnerable
adults. Work well with bedridden, physically challenged, Alzheimer, dementia, memory-impaired residents. Friendly and
compassionate, with excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Discreet and confidential in...
Margaret can also help with: Meal prep, live-in home care, light cleaning, hospice services, personal care, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
I have over 7 years of experience with Senior Care. I can help with Transportation, Scheduling and Transportation for Doctors Appointments, Ensuring Client has Prescriptions, and giving medication reminders. I have experience working with clients with Dementia. Household Management and Errands. I love listening to and learning...
Marijo can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, companionship, mobility assistance, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Raejean Z.
Highland, IN
$18/hr • 10 yrs exp
Very outgoing CNA/Medical Assistant with 25 years of extensive experience in caring for patients with Alzheimer's, Dementia, Physical Disabilities, bed confined individuals and helping with activities of daily living. I have a very pleasing personality with a passion for caring for others. I've taken full time care for both my...
Raejean can also help with: Home modification, dementia, hospice services, errands, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
Anne H.
Highland, IN
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Anniei live in liHighland , In with 1 adult son. I've been in home healthcare for about 25 years and really enjoy working with the elderly . I have worked in nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and private homes. I do personal hygiene, wound care, medication management, errands, Dr appointments, grocery...
Anne can also help with: Errands, dementia, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning, mobility assistance & more
I have over 10 years of experience working alongside different families with children, as a nanny. My main objective is create a space that is fun, encouraging and having a lasting positive impact on individuals I come across. I am very punctual, dependable and honest. Helping in whatever way that is necessary as per job...
Kachia can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, companionship, mobility assistance, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
Ability to understand and share the feelings of others:Empathy is my number 1.
Ability to tune in to other people's distress and a desire to alleviate it:Compassion is my number 2.
Communication, Patience and Positivity.
Safiat can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, home modification, dementia, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
CPR
Elizabeth A.
Calumet City, IL
$18-29/hr • 4 yrs exp
Known For Excellent Communication Skills, And A Deep Commitment To Patient well-being.
Elizabeth A.
Dedicated and compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant/Caregiver with 4 years of experience in providing high-quality care to patients in
various healthcare settings. Skilled in assisting with daily living
activities, monitoring vital signs, and ensuring a safe and supportive
environment for patients. Known for...
Elizabeth can also help with: Errands, mobility assistance, home modification, meal prep, live-in home care, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
CPR
I have been working in the health care field since 2001. I love what I do have worked others jobs but was not satisfied with the work. I have worked in nursing homes, private home setting and assisted living facilities. I once thought about becoming a nurse but I don't think nurses have enough hands on. I like getting to know...
Nikira can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, hospice services, errands, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
I am a very caring person and a happy person. Always wanting to put a smile on another person and you only live once. Live your life to the fullest
Always be Happy
I like caring for seniors because I try to put myself in their shoes. When my time comes how would I want to be treated and I treat them the way I would want to...
Precious can also help with: Home modification, hospice services, live-in home care, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Denise E.
Hammond, IN
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been in the medical field for over 36 years I have worked in many hospitals U of Chicago and many more as a patient care technician I work a lot with Dementia Alzheimer and Parkinson patients
Denise can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, hospice services
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
Adeshewa B.
Calumet City, IL
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Home Health Aide Available Full Time And Available For Companionship, Housekeeping, Meal Prep
The experience was good. I was very punctual, honesty and friendly. I have worked with pple with arthritis, diabetes and hypertension. I was very helpful
I have had the opportunity of working for different companies as well as working independent of a company. I have had experience working with people who has Alzheimer, Parkinson, Huntington and MS. My jobs included: assisting with meal preparation, doing some housekeeping, assisting with bathing, assisting with walking (with a...
Brenda can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, errands, respite care & more
I have been an Home Health Aide for 13 years, I love what I do.
I am a compassionate, hardworking, and reliable caregiver with experience doing live-in caregiving for the elderly.
Linda can also help with: Live-in home care, personal care, companionship, mobility assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Lisa C.
Highland, IN
$10/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have no paid experience. I have cared for family members. I am available to care for seniors.
Stephanie C.
Hammond, IN
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Certified Nursing Assistant Available Full-time Housekeeping And Meal Prep
My name is Stephanie and I'm a caring skilled CNA I been in the nursing field for 25 years and I'm also a good companion to patients. I've worked hospice and very well trained in patient care I can operate the hoyer lift, take vitals and I'm a very prompt caring person.
Stephanie can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, mobility assistance, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
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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 January, 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.