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26 home health aides are listed in Akron, OH
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby home health aides is 8 years
Home health aides in Akron, OH
Chauncey M.
Canal Fulton, OH
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
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: Light cleaning, companionship, meal prep, mobility assistance, errands, dementia & more
Diane W.
Medina, OH
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello. I've currently been a nanny for 6 years. Prior to that I was a school health aide for 13 years, however before that, I was a senior companion, for Home Instead, for 6 years. I loved working with seniors! I loved listening to their stories - and never minded hearing the same story over and over! I would love to be a...
Diane can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, transportation
Azizarae P.
Massillon, OH
$20-28/hr • 6 yrs exp
Available Full-time Or Part-time Or Even For A Few Hours To Help With Your Loved One
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 6yrs experience as a home health aid. I've also taken care of my grandmother and a family friend. I assist with bathing, dressing, all hygiene, cooking, cleaning, laundry, medication reminders, shopping and rides to and From appointments if needed.
Azizarae can also help with: Dementia, companionship, errands, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep & more
I have over 20 years experience with seniors. I have over eight years experience with disabled adults. I am currently a certified Ohio medicaid provider, a certified home health aid, and a nursing student. I am CPR and first aid certified. I have experience with med-pass. I previously worked in a group home for disabled adults...
Denise can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, errands, personal care, respite care, light cleaning & more
I am certified First Aide , CPR, and licensed DSP. I will care for you, or for your loved ones. I will do the best to my ability to satisfy your needs. I work to elevate your quality of life! I have been in the health care system officially 5 years. Before that I cared for family members. I'm here for you
Melissa can also help with: Mobility assistance, dementia, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
I have worked and helped many seniors by cleaning their homes, mobility movement, and assists in their daily activities with meal preparations and personal care. I enjoy helping seniors. My work background consists of being a home health aid and also I have worked as a resident senior care giver as well in the past.
One thing...
Lea can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, home modification, personal care, mobility assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
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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 January, 2025 is $20.09 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 26 listed home health aides.