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31 home care are listed in Portage, MI
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby home care is 6 years
Home care in Portage, MI
Suzy G.
Portage, MI
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
3.1
(7)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm looking for part time/ full time work while raising my children. Most of my experience is with the elderly because working with them is my passion. I have 15 plus years of experience. I have worked on several cases including dementia, Alzheimer's and post surgery patients. I enjoy bringing the best out of a person and making...
Suzy can also help with: Personal care
5.0
"Suzy is very capable and does an excellent job. Very trustworthy, dependable, and always shows up early. She has worked for us for over 6 months and has always been available. I give her my highest recommendation. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
My career and passion has been working with the elderly population and helping them live at their highest potential. I have been caring for seniors for the past 20 years in assisted livings, nursing homes and home health care. I am a licensed physical therapist assistant in MI but recently have been following my passion of...
Karen can also help with: Home modification, respite care, dementia, personal care
5.0
"Karen is wonderful! She is very dedicated to her clients and advocates for them. She has excellent communication skills working with clients and families. She is very dependable and goes above and beyond in providing services. She is patient and compassionate.
I...
Sue S.
5.0
(2)
Hi, I'm Lori!
I worked at a company for over 20 years, and I needed a change. I was very close with my grandma who passed away at the age of 95, about 3 years ago. We were very close and hung out a few times a week when she was still able to live on her own. She went to live in assisted living where I was still able to pick her...
Lori can also help with: Meal prep, errands, companionship, respite care, light cleaning, dementia & more
5.0
"Lori is honest, dependable, timely, and considerate. She is very caring and dedicated to her work. When I first met Lori I was impressed with the way she looked after her Grandmother and attended to her needs. That first impression has been reinforced over the...
Bev S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
I have been a caregiver for the last 10 years. I am a CNA. I have taken care of mostly seniors in many different settings. In facilities like Independent Care, Assisted Living and Nursing Homes.
Also, many types of home settings. It makes me feel good to help people at a time of their life where they can't do a normal...
Susan can also help with: Errands, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, mobility assistance, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Sue is wonderful! She worked for us for only a short time, but the only reason we did not keep her was our finances; we had other help, and could only afford so many people. She is pleasant, easy to teach, works hard, and gets along with both people and pets. IF i...
Donald D.
I have many years of experience in the senior care field, though not all professionally. I am a mama of four amazing kiddos. I have professional experience working with children as well as adults. I am currently working as an in home care giver/ homemaker. I have previously worked in an adult foster care home with adults with...
Stephanie can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, mobility assistance, dementia, meal prep, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
I'm new to care. com so let me introduce myself my name is Sandra I've been helping seniors stay in there homes for over 15 years as a care provider are job is to have patience, empathy, and respect for are clients as they transition I'm here to help take the worry off of family members as well as helping people remain in their...
Sandra can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep, errands, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
Wound Care
Working as a CNA have been my greatest passion, I worked at a assisted living, and memory care for almost two years and I now work at a rehab facility for 6 months. Moreover I was a teacher aid for 2 years for pre-schoolers .
Blessing can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, errands, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CNA
Hello!
My name is Annika, I am a 21-year-old CNA/EMT with 3 years of experience in CNA and 9 years in Home health care. My passion lies in working with the elderly community, and I can assist with transportation, meal preparation, ADL, and light cleaning
Annika can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, hospice services, dementia, personal care & more
Skills:
CNA
I am a middle-aged woman who is seeking to help an elderly person in a live-in arrangement. By occupation I am nutritionist so I cook healthy meals, enjoy a clean and orderly living space and know how to organize. I have a compassionate personality and enjoy helping others by assisting with their everyday health needs. I also...
Nancy can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, hospice services
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Angel. I am a compassionate and gentle person. I take joy in this line of work, because of the beautiful people that I have met on my journey thus far. I am confident in my work ethic, and my heart is in the right place when it come to assisting others.
Angel can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, hospice services, errands, light cleaning, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Angel is kind, caring and excellent in her care of our mom. From the interview with my sister and I, to the meet and greet with my mom/stepdad it is very clear how Angel viewed the importance of “seeing each individual” ensuring that it was a good fit for the...
Tracy D.
5.0
(2)
I've worked with seniors as a personal care aid helping them with daily activities, duties, and chores. I helped them with medications, showering/bathing, using the bathroom, eating, being social, etc.
I worked in a private group home for two years, and help with my grandparents whenever possible. I've worked with seniors,...
Kristen can also help with: Home modification, dementia, companionship, hospice services, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Kristen O was extremely caring, reliable and trustworthy while caring for my loved one."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Personal care hourly rates are dependent on care being provided.
I have a degree in special education.
I'm hopefully the next great fit for your family.
I have experience working with all ages (elderly, adults, &children )in a variety of settings.
I have a background in nursing/personal care&education. Everything I do in life is...
Beth can also help with: Dementia, respite care, personal care
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
I am passionate about helping others! As a self-employed licensed therapeutic professional, in my free time I am also eager & passionate about meeting the needs of others in an active and helpful way. Let's connect if you need a friendly, reliable, encouraging, and professional person to assist with senior care, respite,...
Kimberly can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, errands, respite care, personal care & more
Kati B.
Kalamazoo, MI
$18/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello! I'm Kati
I am a certified as a nursing assistant (CENA) and have been since 2010. I've worked off and on in the healthcare field in a variety of settings including hospitals, home health, assisted living, and non-medical home care. My favorite of course has always been home care for the one-on-one care and attention I get...
Kati can also help with: Dementia, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, personal care
Skills:
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Christine B.
Kalamazoo, MI
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 15 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services, meal preparation, medication management, laundry, shopping, light housekeeping.
Christine can also help with: Dementia, errands, hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CNA
I have 9 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Medical Management. I love caring for the elderly! I am responsible, reliable, caring, compassionate, friendly, fun, and flexible.
Diane can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, live-in home care, dementia, errands, meal prep & more
1.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a certified nursing assistant who would love to care for your loved one. I have previous experience in a facility and now work private duty! Can help with feeding, bathing, transfers, med management, toileting, companionship and housekeeping!
Kelly can also help with: Dementia, personal care, hospice services
Skills:
CNA
My name is Karen. I have been a Caregiver since I was 16, over 30+ years of experience. I have worked in client homes, nursing homes, AFC homes and an Alzheimer's/Dementia Unit for 9 years until I started taking care of my parents. I have also worked through different independent agencies which would send me to various locations...
Karen can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care, respite care, meal prep, dementia, live-in home care & more
CPR-Certified, hippa and osha trained, effective and efficient ability to multitask
Time management with an eye for details
Cyntira can also help with: Live-in home care
Skills:
CNA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I worked for a Geriatric Psychiatrist for 12 years, My grandmother had Dementia and lived with me for about 6 months before her passing. I have 15 years experience working with those with varying degrees of dementia.
Rhonda can also help with: Dementia
Skills:
CNA
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Recent home care reviews in Portage, MI
Suzy G.
5.0
Suzy has been an excellent care giver for my needs. She has been really helpful and kind and I really appreciate everything she does for me.
- Anne V.
Karen G.
5.0
Karen is wonderful! She is very dedicated to her clients and advocates for them. She has excellent communication skills working with clients and families. She is very dependable and goes above and beyond in providing services. She is patient and compassionate.
I highly recommend Karen!!
- Sue S.
Lori G.
5.0
Lori is honest, dependable, timely, and considerate. She is very caring and dedicated to her work. When I first met Lori I was impressed with the way she looked after her Grandmother and attended to her needs. That first impression has been reinforced over the years.
- Bev S.
Susan A.
5.0
Sue is wonderful! She worked for us for only a short time, but the only reason we did not keep her was our finances; we had other help, and could only afford so many people. She is pleasant, easy to teach, works hard, and gets along with both people and pets. IF i HAD UNLIMITED MONEY, SHE WOULD...
- Donald D.
Angel M.
5.0
Angel is an exceptional asset to our healthcare team, showcasing unparalleled dedication, compassion, and expertise as a nurse. Her commitment to patient care is truly commendable, as she consistently goes above and beyond to ensure the well-being and comfort of those under her care. Angel's...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding home care in Portage, MI
How much does private home care cost per hour near me in Portage, MI?
The average rate for hiring a home care provider in Portage, MI as of March, 2025 is $20.11 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, MI?
Care.com has 9 home care providers for seniors in Portage, MI. 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, MI 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, MI?
The types of home health care services near you in Portage, MI 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, MI 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, MI?
If you need to hire senior home care near you in Portage, MI, 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, MI?
When you’re hiring in home health care services near you in Portage, MI, 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 Portage, MI home care listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Home Care in Portage, MI are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews of the 31 listed home care.