Best Home Health Aides in Hernando, FL

Q: What does a home health aide do near me in Hernando, FL?

If you’re planning to hire a home health aide near you in Hernando, FL, 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.

Q: What home health aide duties do providers take on near me in Hernando, FL?

When it’s time to hire a home health aide near you in Hernando, FL, 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.

Q: How can I find a home health aide near me in Hernando, FL?

To find home health aides near you in Hernando, FL, you can create an account with Care.com and then you can filter and sort local home health aides by distance from Hernando, FL. 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.

Q: How much does it cost to hire a home health aide near me in Hernando, FL?

The average rate for hiring home health aides near you in Hernando, FL on Care.com as of April, 2025 is $17.00 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.

Q: How can I safely hire a home health aide near me in Hernando, FL?

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.

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Home health aides in Hernando, FL

Melissa M.

Hernando, FL

$17-28/hr • 3 yrs exp

Dedicated Elder Care Provider

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I'd describe my personality as outgoing friendly and good listener I like caring for seniors because I enjoy helping those in need or who might not have family to help them I'm looking for a job that is rewarding I started caring for seniors in 2011 after I finished school for my home health aide and have worked in homes ,...

Melissa can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep

Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

Jolanta E.

Crystal River, FL

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced In Nursing Facilities And Private Home Aide

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Jolanta and I have over 20 years of experience working in skilled nursing facilities as well as a private home health aide. My experience includes working as a Certified Nurse's Assistant (CNA) at the Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) for close to 10 yrs. I've been told that I am a great cook and I can cook...

Jolanta can also help with: Home modification, respite care, dementia, visiting nurse, personal care, live-in home care & more

Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0

"Ms. Emmons provided care to my mother-in-law in her home as her physical disabilities increased due to ALS (Lou Gehrig's disease). My MIL was a fiercely independent woman, who had lived alone for 40 years; she was extremely stubborn and held strong opinions...

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Bianca M.

Homosassa, FL

$20-30/hr

Part Time Senior Caregiver

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I have been working in home health management for nearly 9 years. Specifically in home health. I am not a nurse or an aide, but I do understand the growing need for senior assistance in our area. While I love my job, I am looking for work that offers more flexibility and more time with my family. I am professional, prompted,...

Bianca can also help with: Dementia, companionship, respite care, mobility assistance

Skills:

CPR

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