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I have 7 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Meal Preparation. Light housekeeping, & Daily activities. I enjoy walks & conversations. Learning my patients', their favorite things to do & dislike, really getting to know them. creating a friendly bond in a professional matter so everyone can be happy...
Geneci can also help with: Meal prep, personal care, light cleaning, errands
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
CPR
I am an experienced Certified Nursing Assistant. Currently looking for a part time job while in school. I am very passionate, caring and kind person.
Char can also help with: Mobility assistance, dementia, companionship, personal care
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been providing care on a personal and professional level most of my life. I've worked as a Caregiver and Direct Support Professional for close to 10 years before moving into administrative roles in related fields. Some positions I've held include Case Manager for a local home care agency, Talent Acquisition and Compliance...
Alison can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, companionship, personal care, mobility assistance, respite care & more
Cornell F.
Wilkes Barre, PA
$8-13/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have 10 +years of experience. I am very patient and multi-tasking. I have experience with patients with dementia and adults with
mental and physical disabilities I also took care of my mom who had diabetes for 10 years. who had I can help with Home Care and Bathing/Dressing.
Cornell can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, light cleaning, respite care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Kia W.
Wilkes Barre, PA
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'm A Certified Nurse Aide 12 +yrs Of Experience Im Loving Sweet Kind I Give Excellent Quality Care
I'm current working as a certified nurse aide I have more than enough qualification and experience . I work with Alzheimer's patients rehab patients dementia ect I will provide light housekeeping medication reminder and preparing light meals and assistance with doctor's appointment .
Skills:
CNA
Hello, I have been a certified Can for almost 20 years. I have experience in all aspects of care, I have worked in nursing homes for all of my 20 years in the field. There is no care I cannot do, I am skilled in transfers, walking, feeding, bathing, and all other areas. I am very reliable and have clearances, and professional...
Skills:
CNA
I can help with Transportation Services, Meal Preparation, housecleaning and company. My elderly mother who recently passed away lived with my family and I. She had dementia and I was her main caregiver for the past 4 years. I have 4 children who are all grown except my son who is 15 years old. I have 2 grandsons, one of which...
Katrina can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, companionship, light cleaning, errands
4.3
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Megan and I have 15 years of experience with taking care of the elderly. I can help with Transportation Services and Bathing/Dressing also with feeding and ambulating. I have worked with private care patients, Home Health Agencies, and Senior living facilities. I can take your loved one to and from doctors...
Megan can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning, errands, personal care, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
4.0
"By far out of all of the aids, we have hired to care for our mom Megan was the favorite- the most reliable, loyal, trustworthy, caring and dedicated. She is smart, organized and neat. My siblings and I live outside of the area and needed a lead aid who could...
Care member
5.0
(1)
I have worked for a home health agency. I love working with seniors. I currently work part time for a wonderful family who found my profile on here. That I've been with for 6 yrs. My 2nd client I have been with for 4 yrs. I'm a mother of 4, so I am a very compassionate person. It's nice to have a job that makes you feel like you...
Sherri can also help with: Personal care, dementia, respite care
5.0
"Sherri has been amazing for our family! My dad suffered an Anoxic brain injury from a massive heart attack and we really worried how we were going to move forward with his injury and his new neurological disorder. Sherri came into our lives and really made...
Sherry S.
Hi my name is Amanda and I am a certified caregiver. I went to school and received all my experience bon how to transfer a patient on how to dress and bathe them even if they are bed ridden I am still able to do it I also do house keeping I cook meals I help with physical therapy I transport t doctor appointment and run errands...
Amanda can also help with: Dementia, visiting physician, personal care, home modification
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Lori C.
Pittston, PA
$18/hr • 10 yrs exp
Providing over 25 years of care services with elderly, adolescent, and disabled individuals. Services includes ADLs, restorative therapy, cooking, cleaning, and transportation.
Lori can also help with: Mobility assistance, live-in home care, meal prep, light cleaning, home modification, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Catherine T.
Plymouth, PA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello! I am 57 y/o, and I have 25+ years of Caregiving experience. It was by far my favorite and most fulfilling job. My experience started with my husband and my "Auntie", who were both disabled. Thankfully they were able to stay in their own homes for their entire lives! I attended Fortis Institute where I was educated as a...
Catherine can also help with: Dementia, personal care, respite care, live-in home care
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Fran M.
Pittston, PA
$18-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Very Passionate Personal Care Aide Looking For Full Time Hours To Care For Your Loved One
Very passionate mother of 3 adult children willing to care for your loved one . I worked around and with the elderly for 20 years . I can supply references . love pets I have 2 small dogs of my own . love interacting and putting a smile on my clients face I'm silly and fun I'm very positive and loving .. I will help with...
Fran can also help with: Light cleaning, home modification, errands, dementia, companionship, meal prep & more
I am an LPN. Currently working full time days I am very passionate about providing excellent personal care and compassion to the elderly and those in need. I strive to ensure that I am increasing quality of life and creating a positive & nurturing environment for my clients. I believe strongly in maintaining dignity and respect....
Kathryn can also help with: Respite care, personal care, hospice services, home modification, dementia, visiting nurse & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Licensed Nurse
Roxanne B.
Wyoming, PA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Am Looking To Take Care Of Family Members That Want To Remain In There Home
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Have taken care of the elderly since 1983 Im reliable compassionate and just to see the client smile everyday is amazing
Roxanne can also help with: Personal care, visiting nurse, dementia, respite care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Debbie W.
White Haven, PA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been a caregiver for over 20 years. I have cared for many people with Disabilities, Dementia, and patients
on Hospice. I have taken Patients to the doctor. I also do food shopping and medications. Companionship, and going for walks and spending time with the patient is definitely part of my service.
Debbie can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, visiting physician, dementia
5.0
"I worked with Debbie and she is one of the kindest people that I have ever met. When we first started working together it was like we had known each other forever. She is excellent with both older people and children.
She has a wonderful sense of humor and she...
Colleen G.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
'I've worked with senior's since 2008. I enjoy their wisdom their company and making them feel comfortable. I am easy going very patient very kind. Extremely dependable. References on hand per request. I have been vaccinated. CPR/First Aid Certified. Medical management training.
Extremely educated in COPD, Dementia, Diabetes,...
Maryann can also help with: Personal care, live-in home care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I hired MaryAnne to care for a dear family friend. MaryAnne is kind,warm ,compassionate honest and dependable . I've known MaryAnne well over 12 years. MaryAnne is not only a coworker she is also one of my dearest friend. I would definitely recommend MaryAnne an...
Lisa R.
5.0
(11)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Michelle. I am originally from the Philippines. I am a very hardworking, reliable, trustworthy and very patient Aide. I took two yrs of BS Nursing and I didn't finish it because I switched it to BS Tourism. iI took nursing assistant also back home. And Home Health Aide in New Jersey. I love taking care of the elderly....
Michelle Joane can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services, mobility assistance, companionship & more
5.0
"She was always here always on time… she truly was a blessing I didn’t have to worry about her.. she cared and even helped us on days when other aides just never even showed up. My Step Dad is in a nursing home but she will still call me to see how we all are. She...
Care member
Emily F.
Old Forge, PA
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Nurse aide with 15 years experience in a residential setting as well as home care, I also have experience in dementia care. I enjoy caring for other regardless of there ailments.
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, errands, companionship, hospice services, live-in home care & more
Hi there! My name is Shelby, and I love helping people. I am currently in college for Occupational Therapy and Spanish. I have 2 years of experience in taking care of older individuals with a vast variety of physical and intellectual disabilities. During intersessions, I work full-time as a day program professional for people...
Shelby G can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, dementia, personal care
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Recent home care reviews in Wilkes Barre, PA
Megan M.
5.0
We hired Megan to work with my father who suffers from dementia. She is by far one of the best aides we have ever had. Not only is she caring but she is so sweet and also accommodating. She has done a wonderful job with my father. We also have animals and she cares and takea care of them like her...
- Theresa W.
Sherri S.
5.0
Sherri has been amazing for our family! My dad suffered an Anoxic brain injury from a massive heart attack and we really worried how we were going to move forward with his injury and his new neurological disorder. Sherri came into our lives and really made everything better! She has a super kind...
- Sherry S.
Debbie W.
5.0
Debbie was our nanny for 4 years, taking care of my two children. She was great with them from day 1 and they took to her right away. She picked them up from school and cared for them at our house until I came home from work. She would often help me out by doing dishes or folding laundry and she...
- Andrew G.
Maryann F.
5.0
I hired MaryAnne to care for a dear family friend. MaryAnne is kind,warm ,compassionate honest and dependable . I've known MaryAnne well over 12 years. MaryAnne is not only a coworker she is also one of my dearest friend. I would definitely recommend MaryAnne an excellent care giver for your loved...
- Lisa R.
Michelle Joane G.
5.0
Michelle was an amazing care giver. She has a great work ethic, a winning personality, so kind and caring and extremely knowledgeable in how to do just about everything. I could not have asked for a better, caring, loving person. When my love one passed, she came by to see me and brought me...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding home care in Wilkes Barre, PA
How much does private home care cost per hour near me in Wilkes Barre, PA?
The average rate for hiring a home care provider in Wilkes Barre, PA as of November, 2024 is $14.29 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 Wilkes Barre, PA?
Care.com has 7 home care providers for seniors in Wilkes Barre, PA. 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 Wilkes Barre, PA 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 Wilkes Barre, PA?
The types of home health care services near you in Wilkes Barre, PA 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 Wilkes Barre, PA 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 Wilkes Barre, PA?
If you need to hire senior home care near you in Wilkes Barre, PA, 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 Wilkes Barre, PA?
When you’re hiring in home health care services near you in Wilkes Barre, PA, 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.