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60 home care are listed in Portsmouth, VA
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of December 2024
The average experience for nearby home care is 8 years
Home care in Portsmouth, VA
3.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Amanda, and I'm very interested in working with the elderly. My grandparents raised me so I grew up always giving them a hand with whatever they needed. From the ages 13-17 I volunteered at Blue Ridge nursing home during holidays and big events to help out and make the holidays extra special for the elderly....
Amanda can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, personal care, home modification, live-in home care
3.0
"Mandie worked for us for about 3 months. She did take good care of my mother during that time and kept me up dated through the day by texting and photographs. My mother enjoyed her friendly spirit and upbeat attitude. On occasion she would bring her child and...
Debbie E.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Compassionate caregiver companion with experience serving aging patients, including assisting with daily living activities and household tasks. Patient and highly energetic. Skills at managing schedules and keeping clients as active as possible. Bathing, cooking, changing, bathroom assistance, medication administering, laundry,...
Beverly can also help with: Visiting physician, errands, dementia, light cleaning, mobility assistance, personal care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Beverly and I worked together taking care of a WW2 veteran. She was very caring and went far and beyond her job. She got all his medical products and did all his food shopping. She ordered his personal hygiene items. She stayed right on top of everything. I enjoyed...
Angela A.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I'm passionate that each "individual" I meet is treated with respect. I strongly believe I'm part of a unique team and need to listen to each person and/or family to ensure each experience is positive.
I have served in the Social Work field for most of my life, even as a adolescent volunteer at Christiana Hospital. I recently...
Sharon can also help with: Meal prep, live-in home care, light cleaning, personal care, errands, respite care & more
5.0
"Sharon was wonderful......her years of experience shone thru during the interview.....she came up with ideas that had never occurred to me regarding my husband and his care......She isn't shy at all and I always welcome ideas because I'm too exhausted to think of...
Sue J.
4.3
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a certified Personal care aide, looking for a part to full time position. I can perform almost any task, from bed bound-total care, to clients who can walk.
I give bed baths, or shower assistance, skin care, dressing, transfers, cooking, feeding, transportation, medication reminder, housekeeping for the disabled client,...
Tammy can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, errands, light cleaning, hospice services, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Tammy has been a huge help with my mother. She is very caring and knows what she is doing to get any job you need done. She is the first care giver I have had that can "handle" my mom, who has dementia and allows me to spend time with my husband and son while she...
Lisa M.
Tamaya P.
Portsmouth, VA
$12-22/hr • 2 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as funny , smart , kindhearted
I like caring for seniors because , just love being able to help others
I started caring for seniors when I always cared for my grandparents , I like helping people who are in need being able to help them makes my day
In my spare time, I like to , I have an baby so...
Tamaya can also help with: Live-in home care, home modification, mobility assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello. I'm an interested in care taker / companion aide position! I am CPR , PCA , CNA & Medication aide certified . I have a clean background with, references and letters of recommendation . I have worked in the nursing since 2005. Some of my experiences has been caring for families that are bed bound, has Dementia and on...
Mia can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, personal care, live-in home care, respite care
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Tangee L.
Portsmouth, VA
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'm Looking For Someone That's Needs Companionship, To Provide Adequate Care, Housekeeping,meal Prep
I have worked in the nursing home facility providing care, meals and baths. I have also worked in private sitting. One on one with residents that's bed ridden, hospice, incontinence. I'm a certified CNA I'm registered under the alabamanursing. I love what I do, it makes me happy to see that I have made them feel loved and cared...
Tangee can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, companionship, dementia, home modification, errands & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
Stephanie J.
Portsmouth, VA
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I took care of my mother when she had cancer, helped out family with brother's ALS (Lou Gehrig). I also took care of another terminally ill man who originally hired me to print T-shirts before being diagnosed with cancer. On a professional level, I have worked in a assisted living senior care home for two years before they sold...
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Jacqueline. M.
Portsmouth, VA
$28-42/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Jacqueline I have 30 yrs plus years experience in the healthcare field. I love working with the elderly, Dementia, Alzheimer and Aphasia. I also have experience with meditation management, ALS patients, stroke patients as well as hospice patients, g tube, tracheotomy and catheters. If I could help you or one of...
Jacqueline. can also help with: Hospice services, personal care, respite care, dementia
Skills:
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
I love to cook and stay busy. I have worked with ladies and gentlemen that need full care to companionship. I've enjoyed every individual person that I have worked with.
Rosa can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, dementia
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Alicia M.
Portsmouth, VA
$28/hr • 10 yrs exp
Caregiver Seeking Part-time Companionship. Available To Help With Errands, House Keeping And Cooking
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am family oriented woman who holds my family at highest priority. I consider myself to be intuitive, nurturing, responsible, fun loving and supportive. Im also a certified medical assistant and current on CPR, Tb and immunizations. I have 12 years experience in the medical field with Carondelet Medical Group working with a...
Alicia can also help with: Home modification, dementia, hospice services, companionship, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
CPR
I been in this field for the pass 13 years I love what I do my resent Patient just passed that I've been taking care of for the pass 4 years
Skills:
CNA
Hi my name is Yulanda I have 14 years of experience I love caring for the little ones and the elderly, I am CPR / First Aid and Food Handlers certified, I believe in caring for those the way I will want someone to care for me and my love ones. I am dependable, responsible, and trustworthy.
Yulanda can also help with: Respite care, personal care, visiting nurse, dementia, home modification, hospice services & more
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
Home Health Aide
CNA
Kawia A.
Norfolk, VA
$17-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Kawia! I have lots of experience with adults ranging from different ages to different needs including alzheimer's and dememntia. I am a person who thinks that care-giving is more than just a "job". I am someone who loves and care for people as if they were they were my own family . In addition I can take the dog out, I...
Kawia can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, hospice services, live-in home care, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Kawia is friendly, professional, and punctual. She went above and beyond helping my dad with dementia and house cleaning chores!
She did a great job keeping up with my father's random movements and ensuring he didn't fall! Dad was still slightly medicated after...
Alicia A.
Michelle S.
Suffolk, VA
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Smiley Face, Loving And Sweet And Passionate Of What I Do
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I do believe my calling is to make others lives meaningful, creating happiness and touch others lives. I love to take care of people and based on my experiences , I give dignity, respect and value of what I do in life. I work in my entire life taking care of others people lives. Give any good references. I worked as DSP II for...
Michelle can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, dementia, mobility assistance, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Michelle worked for my 91 year old mother (who has dementia) for about 4-5 months in Virginia Beach. She is an extremely dependable, honest and knowledgeable CNA who has a great enthusiastic, upbeat personality. My mom really enjoyed her company and she was very...
Miriam H.
5.0
(2)
Worked at the Memory center as a CNA for 10 years. Helping seniors with Activities daily living , giving companion to senior to the best satisfaction. Very committed to my work and assignments. I believe it's not just work but a calling .
Jane can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, companionship, errands, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"We used Care.com to find caregivers for my 97-year-old mother, who had dementia and was on hospice. Some of the caregivers were not up to the job, most were competent. Jane was the exceptional! She has skills, experience, compassion, and in every regard was...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a certified nursing assistant. I have worked in hospitals, rehabs, nursing homes and homes. I am also certified with a CPR certification. I will gladly submit criminal background check as well as job references. I am looking forward to meeting you and working for you. Thank you for taking the the time to review my profile.
Sherrie can also help with: Visiting physician, hospice services, respite care, personal care, dementia
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"There are no words to express how incredible a caregiver Sherrie has been to my grandmother for the last two years. Her dedication, compassion, and passion for what she does comes through in her work. My grandmother loved Sherrie, she trusted her and shared with...
Laureen D.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi. My name is Jaronda and I've been in the health field for 26years. I have experience in caring for cancer patients, head trauma patients, patients with autism, geriatrics, mentally challenged adults and children. I've worked with many equipment such as wheelchairs, hoyer lifts and different catheters. I am a very patient,...
Jaronda can also help with: Respite care, dementia, personal care, visiting nurse, live-in home care, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Jaronda has been terrific with my elderly father. She comes with much medical knowledge and experience, is pleasant, is professional and knows how to help my dad. She recently started working for my dad on a regular basis. Beth M."
Beth M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
I recently decided to embark on a spiritual journey to discover what this world has to offer while sharing my gifts with those I come across. I now live in Chesapeake VA!! Never thought I would live in VA, but I am enjoying every moment of it. My personality and spirit fits right in. I look forward to the adventures in...
Zimonna can also help with: Respite care, hospice services, dementia, personal care, home modification, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
Mavel J.
Chesapeake, VA
$20-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have been working with the elderly for 6 years now. I spent most of those time in assisted living facilities specializing in Alzheimer's patients with different health problems such as mobility, heart problems, etc. While I was working in the facilities, I worked for private home clients as well on the side. I go to their...
Mavel can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, live-in home care, respite care, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Mavel is really nice and cares about my parents. She is great about staying in touch with me and goes the extra mile to make sure that they have everything that they need. "
Shamina S.
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Recent home care reviews in Portsmouth, VA
Amanda S.
3.0
Mandie worked for us for about 3 months. She did take good care of my mother during that time and kept me up dated through the day by texting and photographs. My mother enjoyed her friendly spirit and upbeat attitude. On occasion she would bring her child and that was also enjoyable for my mom to...
- Debbie E.
Beverly C.
5.0
Beverly and I worked together taking care of a WW2 veteran. She was very caring and went far and beyond her job. She got all his medical products and did all his food shopping. She ordered his personal hygiene items. She stayed right on top of everything. I enjoyed working with her and would...
- Angela A.
Sharon R.
5.0
Sharon did a wonderful job caring for my 94 year old mother. She's very kind, responsible, intelligent and always on time. I always knew and trusted that my mom was in good hands when Sharon was with her. I would hire her again in a heartbeat. I would highly recommend her for a family who needs an...
- Bett C.
Tammy A.
5.0
Tammy has been a huge help with my mother. She is very caring and knows what she is doing to get any job you need done. She is the first care giver I have had that can "handle" my mom, who has dementia and allows me to spend time with my husband and son while she is here. I am my moms 24/7 care...
- Lisa M.
Kawia A.
5.0
Kawia is friendly, professional, and punctual. She went above and beyond helping my dad with dementia and house cleaning chores!
She did a great job keeping up with my father's random movements and ensuring he didn't fall! Dad was still slightly medicated after being released from the hospital so...
- Alicia A.
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FAQs for finding home care in Portsmouth, VA
How much does private home care cost per hour near me in Portsmouth, VA?
The average rate for hiring a home care provider in Portsmouth, VA as of December, 2024 is $18.92 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 Portsmouth, VA?
Care.com has 13 home care providers for seniors in Portsmouth, VA. 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 Portsmouth, VA 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 Portsmouth, VA?
The types of home health care services near you in Portsmouth, VA 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 Portsmouth, VA 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 Portsmouth, VA?
If you need to hire senior home care near you in Portsmouth, VA, 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 Portsmouth, VA?
When you’re hiring in home health care services near you in Portsmouth, VA, 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 Portsmouth, VA home care listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.2 / 5
Home Care in Portsmouth, VA are rated 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 19 reviews of the 60 listed home care.