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25 home health aides are listed in Akron, OH
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby home health aides is 7 years
Home health aides in Akron, OH
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Worked as a home health aide for over 20 years. Love the work I do and to show compassion for the people who I work for. Firm believer in letting someone keep their dignity while still needing a little extra help with care.
Doreen can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, errands, live-in home care, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Doreen is an absolute treasure and the most loving, caring, respectful human you could ever have help with your loved ones -that's why she's worked with us for many years- she has helped with my senior mother, and over years not only became great friends but I...
Thom R.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've spent 8 yrs in a Nursing home, 2 years working with the developmentally disabled individuals and 12 years in-home health care aide. I am experienced with Dementia and alzheimers patients.
I am CPR certified and have completed a medication delegation course.
I enjoy working with dd individuals, as well as the elderly..
I...
Nicole can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Nicole help care for my mother who had Alzheimer's and my aging father. She was with us for about 3-4 years until they passed. She was wonderful with them And both of my parents were always happy to see her when she arrived. She had a very loving approach with my...
Cyndi H.
I have been a home health aid since 2003. I have worked Active Life and Home Care for 11 years and first light home care. Now I want to work on my own. I have a lot of experience with the elderly.
Rattana can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, dementia, meal prep, transportation
Skills:
Home Health Aide
I have 10 years experience providing loving care to the elderly. During that time, I was State Tested Nurse Aide (STNA) certified (up until December 2019.) I worked in an Alzheimer's Unit and also a Rehab-to-Home unit in a nursing home for about 7 years. I also have provided home health care to multiple clients for about 6...
Katie can also help with: Hospice services, live-in home care, light cleaning, errands, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
Colleen M.
Akron, OH
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
My experiences include:
Elementary School Teacher
Reading Coach
Home Health Aid
Mother of two grown children and two dogs
Colleen can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, respite care, dementia, errands, transportation & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Katelyn S.
Akron, OH
$8-13/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello,
My name is Katelyn, and I have been a home health aide for several years. I am certified in CPR and am familiar with hoyer lifts. I am available to transport to and from doctor's and rehabilitation appointments. I can also assist with shopping and meal preparation.
The individuals I care for become an extension of my...
Katelyn can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, errands, meal prep
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Kurrie B.
Akron, OH
$30/hr • 3 yrs exp
My name is Kurrie. I am 32 years old. I am married and have five children. Ages 12, 11, nine, six and a 1-year-old.
I have over a decade of experience working in caregiving. I began working as a direct support professional in 2010. In this field I assisted individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities. From...
Kurrie can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, dementia, mobility assistance, home modification & more
Skills:
CPR
Linda H.
Akron, OH
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have been a home health aid in the past. I took care of a gentlemen that needed full time care and he lived with his daughter. After the first week of caring for him he became my best buddy. He loved me an I loved him. I was with him until he passed. I took care of my sons father, when they wanted to put him in hospice I said...
Linda can also help with: Dementia, errands, hospice services, meal prep, respite care, light cleaning & more
5.0
(8)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am CPR certified Basic Life Skills and First Aide though the American Heart Association. I have 10 years experience and great references and full background check from STNA course. I have a valid drivers license and car insurance and willing to drive to appointments. I also do errands/shopping and lite house work as well as...
Cheryll can also help with: Mobility assistance, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"Cheryll was an exceptional caregiver for my father. She always showed warmth and kindness for him throughout each day.
She is very competent and knowledgeable with all phases of dementia care. This was so helpful to my family as my father declined.
Cheryll is...
Louise M.
I am experienced with dementia and hospice care. I have worked in facilities but prefer home care. CPR and first aid certified.
Elizabeth can also help with: Mobility assistance, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
Willia H.
Akron, OH
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Home Health Aide. I Am Looking To Provide Quality Care While Offering Dignity And Respect.
My name is Willia, and I am a compassionate, nurturing, respectful, and patient individual. I strive to encourage and uplift those around me, treating others with the same respect and kindness I wish to receive.
I possess over 15 years of experience in the home health field. I have worked with infants, children, and seniors,...
Willia can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, personal care, visiting nurse
Skills:
CNA
5.0
(7)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Compassionate and skilled home health aide with over 20 years of experience, offering professional caregiving services tailored to the individual needs of clients. As a State Board-licensed Certified Nursing Assistant earlier in my career, and now a Certified Home Health Aide, I possess the expertise and ability to identify...
Ebony can also help with: Errands, hospice services, companionship, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Ebony is a great, and I mean great, caregiver. My father suffers from dementia and Parkinson’s and Ebony did a great job of caring for him. She is dependable, knowledgeable, detailed, and most of all caring! Thanks, Ebony, for all your hard work! It was really...
Care member
Monitor patient's health and well being by observing physical and mental state and intake and output.
Assist patient with personal care
Followed prescribed dietary requirements and prepared nutritious meals
Maintain safe , secure, and healthy patient environment and complete all household chores and requested
Plan all medical...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Need a caring respite care provider?
Need reliable transportation services for dr appointments or shopping?
Look no further!
I have over 15 years experience as a Home Health aide caring for elderly, disabled and Hospice clients in their homes with excellent references from local families.
Available to provide respite care...
Shelly can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, hospice services, companionship, errands & more
Hello, I have many years experience taking care of people and seniors. I have over 12 years experience with working with seniors. I have experience in caring with those with dementia, Alzheimer's, wheelchair, bed bound, bathing, help with showering, wheelchair transfer, medication management, physical therapy exercises,...
Amie can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, dementia, meal prep, companionship, hospice services & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Home Health Aide
Hi my name is Yelena. I've been working with seniors for 6 years in home with one on one professional care. I enjoy working with and caring for your loved ones. Being able to help with things they no longer can be independent with. I am looking to build trust and be responsible for caring for and ensuring the safety of your...
Yelena can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, errands, hospice services, light cleaning
Wilaya G.
Twinsburg, OH
$15/hr • 7 yrs exp
Home Health Aide / STNA Looking For Part Time Work, Senior caregiver
I am a State Tested Nursing Assistant. I have 7 plus years in the health care field. I am CPR certified. I am reliable and dependable. I have many other skills also. I also have experience with cleaning. I was employed with a cleaning company for several months.
Wilaya can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, errands, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
I have worked in long term care and hospice as a Certified Nursing Assistant and as a Home Health Aide. I am comfortable assisting both men and women with all levels of care.
Melissa can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, personal care, respite care, light cleaning, errands & more
Paula P.
Kent, OH
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Home Health Aide Available To Help With Self Help Skills, Housekeeping, Meal Prep And Companionship.
I am a Home Health Aide with 24 years working in Healthcare. I started working in a Nursing Home when I was 16 years old as a Certified Nursing Assistant. I have experience in helping individuals with: Bathing, Dressing, Ambulation, Range of Motion and other various self help skills. I also have experience in using lift machines...
Chauncey M.
Canal Fulton, OH
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have provided senior care for over 10 years in facilities and private in home settings.
A bit about my history. My grandmother had a stroke when I was 14. She was paralyzed on one side of her body. I helped my mother care for her in our home for approximately a year before she was moved to a nursing home due to health...
Chauncey can also help with: Meal prep, errands, mobility assistance, companionship, light cleaning, dementia & more
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Recent home health aide reviews in Akron, OH
Doreen T.
5.0
Doreen is an absolute treasure and the most loving, caring, respectful human you could ever have help with your loved ones -that's why she's worked with us for many years- she has helped with my senior mother, and over years not only became great friends but I trusted her completely to look after...
- Thom R.
Nicole S.
5.0
My family became acquainted with Nikki through Care.com, so she was a stranger to us prior, but jumped right in on the very first day and became like a member of the family within no time.
She has everything going for her that is important in a care giver for a loved one: experience, knowledge,...
- Fred S.
Cheryll H.
5.0
Cheryll was a very caring and comforting caregiver for my father. She was very willing to accommodate our needs during a very difficult time.
- Care member
Ebony H.
5.0
Ebony is extremely professional and an expert in the health care industry. Kindness, patience and compassion are just a few of the many qualities Ebony embodies. Ebony possesses wonderful interpersonal skills and is extremely reliable. My family and I will forever extremely grateful for the care...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding home health aides near you in Akron, OH
What does a home health aide do near me in Akron, OH?
If you’re planning to hire a home health aide near you in Akron, OH, it’s important to understand that there is no one standard role that a home health aide takes on. A home health aide isn’t a nurse, but can help with health related tasks like ensuring their clients take their medicine on time, transporting them to doctors appointments, picking up prescriptions, and making sure they are well fed and bathed.
What home health aide duties do providers take on near me in Akron, OH?
When it’s time to hire a home health aide near you in Akron, OH, it’s a good idea to create a list of duties your family members need help with. You can review different profiles on Care.com to learn more about common health aide duties such as bathing, feeding, and cleaning up after their clients.
How can I find a home health aide near me in Akron, OH?
To find home health aides near you in Akron, OH, you can create an account with Care.com and then you can filter and sort local home health aides by distance from Akron, OH. Then you can review your options for home health aides by reading about their experience and the home health aide duties they will take on.
How much does it cost to hire a home health aide near me in Akron, OH?
The average rate for hiring home health aides near you in Akron, OH on Care.com as of March, 2025 is $19.00 per hour. It’s worth noting that the rate each individual home health aide charges depends on the level of care required, the provider's certifications, and their years of experience.
How can I safely hire a home health aide near me in Akron, OH?
To help you start your research, all home health aides on Care.com are asked to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck (the providers who complete this background check have a badge on their profile displaying the date it was run). However, this is just a jumping off point. We strongly recommend that you take additional steps for hiring a home health aid safely, which include interviewing candidates, calling their professional references, and running your own background check.
Ratings for Akron, OH home health aides listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Home Health Aides in Akron, OH are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews of the 25 listed home health aides.