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18 home health aides are listed in Independence, MO
The average posted rate is $25/hr as of November 2024
The average experience for nearby home health aides is 10 years
Home health aides in Independence, MO
4.8
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Experiences & skills 24 hr live in care, hourly live out, facility setting, private homes, hospice, CPR, first aid administration, dementia, COPD, personal care, tracking, meal prep, transfer, verbal and written communication, astute observation skills, able to follow set rules and protocol, time management and organizational...
Matelita can also help with: Respite care, personal care, dementia, live-in home care, hospice services
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Matelita researched ways to treat MRSA in pressure sores. Thanks to her, my sore that had resisted healing for months healed in a month. The wound nurse was amazed and now uses Menuka honey regularly. I can't say enough about how grateful I am for her initiative...
Ellen A.
Tina H.
Kansas City, MO
$15-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(9)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
**Fully Vaccinated & boosted. . More than 15 years of experience. Have experience working with those with dementia, CHF, hospice care, cancer, progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP), Parkinson's, dialysis, knee/hip replacement recovery, paralysis, quadriplegia, Hoyer lift transfer, etc. Will administer and/or manage medication at...
Tina can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Tina is very knowledgeable about senior care and dedicated to her patient."
Russell H.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello there,
My name is Halley, and I've been a caregiver for 10+ years, I am passionate about serving others and making a positive impact in people's days. I obtained my CNA certification in 2012 and have kept up to date on my CPR and first aid training. I have experience in Long Term Care, Alzheimer's and Dementia Care,...
Halley can also help with: Hospice services, respite care, dementia, personal care, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Halley was one of our full time caregivers for Mom while she was on palliative and hospice services. She is kind, punctual, and goes above and beyond what's expected. It was a pleasure having her work with mom."
Care member
Hello, I am passionate an upbeat individual who has a-lot of energy to get the job done decent and in order inviting me to be a part of your family care team is a privilege and opportunity to support the person served with dignity & respect. I enjoy supporting and making a difference in the lives of others keeping a smile their...
Anissa can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, companionship, home modification, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Susan T.
Kansas City, MO
$25-35/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hi! Susan here!
I worked as a home health aid in the '80s for 7 years, later assisted my elderly mother while she had multiple health issues in 2022, and currently have one client on Sundays. I'm in very good health, and I hold a Class E Missouri drivers license, also referred to as a chauffeur's license.
I currently reside...
Susan can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, transportation
Faith C.
Lees Summit, MO
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Certified Nursing Aide Looking For A Home Health Care Part-time
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Taking care of elderly is close to my heart. Coming from the Philippines, where our culture gives a high regards in giving a loving tender care to our elders, so caring is a natural trait to me.
I have worked as a caregiver for more than 6 years now and most of it is in home care. I love working as a caregiver, and with my...
Faith can also help with: Companionship, errands, meal prep, personal care, dementia, home modification & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Faith is very caring and committed to her patients. She goes above and beyond on their care and communicates very well with the families. It will be hard to find someone more dedicated and qualified than Faith! Would absolutely hire her again!!"
Sharla D.
Lashanda B.
Kansas City, MO
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Professional Certified Nursing Assistant With Medication Aid Certification
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I bring with me over 20 years of experience in providing care to others, with the most enjoyment to our elderly. I have cared for the elderly in nursing homes, assisted living, and in private home settings. I have provided care to clients with Dementia, Alzheimer's, Cancer, Surgery and Hospice Care. I bring with me a variety of...
Lashanda can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, dementia, light cleaning, home modification, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"LaShanda treats elderly as if they were her own family."
Lillie G.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a CNA for 28yrs and Certified medication aide for 9yrs. I have experience in hospice, home health, private duty live-in for 11 plus yrs, rehab, psychiatric hospital, dialysis etc. I love helping and caring for the needs of others and improving their quality of life.
Lisa can also help with: Mobility assistance, dementia, home modification, companionship, live-in home care, hospice services & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Wound Care
5.0
"Lisa helped care for my loved one, who had early Alzheimer's at age 62. She is knowledgeable with the care she provided. This was a difficult situation and she handled it with care and compassion. As well as, being very professional! I highly recommend Lisa."
Sherry V.
Lisa P.
Overland Park, KS
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Personal Care Attendant. Available For Companionship, Housekeeping Etc
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am certified as a nurse's aide and home health aide and recently became a Reiki practitioner.
I have worked with people with disabilities for over 10 years. I also worked in hospice care for 1 1/2 years. I enjoy working in this field and have a big heart for those in need. I treat others the way I'd want my family or someone...
Lisa can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, companionship, errands, meal prep, personal care & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Lisa is a wonderful woman who's heart is in caring for others. She is very dependable and a joy to be with. She will take her job seriously and do all she can to care for the person she has been in trusted with. She is understanding in all aspects of nursing and...
Mary M.
5.0
(4)
Compassionate Home Health Aide worker to provide quality care for individuals in their home. I have 20+ years experience with Senior Care. I provide companionship, assisting with basic needs both personal and household duties needed for your loved one. Also, insured.
Christina can also help with: Errands, respite care, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, personal care & more
5.0
"Chris goes the extra mile for her clients and families. She's calm, reliable, and trustworthy. If I ever had a need in the future, I would be worried and disappointed if I couldn't hire her."
Toni S.
Taci A.
Kansas City, MO
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Experience in home health care. House management. Previous CNA. CPR and first aid certified. Level one Med Tech. ADLs, Assisted living, dementia experience.
Taci can also help with: Personal care, light cleaning
5.0
"Taci is quiet but not shy. Very confident and encouraging, but super respectful that the decisions were all moms. With dementia and mobility declines, Mom was different and a challenge about every day, She beamed and told us that Taci was a keeper several times....
Karen S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 10 years plus of experienced. L1 Medication Aide (L1MA) and Home Health Aide, First Aid and CPR. I have a full clean driving license. I am experienced in personal grooming and I enjoy helping clients look their best. I can assist with hygiene, toileting, eating, cooking, cleaning and any administrative tasks which need...
Claudette can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"She is an amazing caregiver! I’ve never met anyone that cares more than she does! Not only that I can trust her with anything I even had to give her a credit card and she went and took care of my groceries and then later she did it by cash app! She is a wonderful...
Scott V.
Rebecca W.
Kansas City, MO
$10-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Compassionate Caregiver, Looking For Part Time Or Prn. Available For Companionship,pca, And Other.
I have worked for the KCPS district as a special education para-educator. I worked with a plethora of disabilities. I also have experience working with seniors, as a home health aide. I have a current CPR, and med certification.
Rebecca can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, errands, live-in home care, light cleaning, dementia & more
Caregiving for the last 25 years with in my own family. I facilitated care for my Dad and my Uncle who both had health issues. I also helped out with my grandparents as a home health aide. Thru that time I was also a stay at home mom caring for my 3 children and I would help my friends out with child care needs. I have a...
Susan can also help with: Transportation, home modification, meal prep, errands, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Love to help people with Activities of Daily Living (ADL). Have certifications for CPR and Nursing Assistance. Reliable transportation for running errands. Very honest and reliable. Offer companion, meal prep, errand running, bathing, cleaning, and transfer services. Love meeting new people, and look forward to hearing from you....
Leisa can also help with: Personal care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
Andrea H.
Lees Summit, MO
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
With all my years of experience, your loved one (or you) will be in good hands. I'm a very reliable to a respectful employee. My experience being mostly with elderly I have worked with children as well and thoroughly enjoyed it. References are available upon request .
Certified Med Aid April 2010- April 2019
Home Again...
Andrea can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, personal care, visiting physician, respite care
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
I have extensive experience as a companion and light care giver to seniors. My experience has been unpaid as it has always been family members. My father, a 74-year-old Vet in poor health, is currently one of those family members, and he has provided me with a whole lot of experience! I have experience with in-home companionship...
Liza can also help with: Dementia, respite care, personal care
I am a registered nurse with 15 years of experience working with the elderly in various settings. I have been in areas of work that allowed me to use many forms of nursing from medication administration, wound treatment and managing the various stages of Alzheimer's disease. I feel comfortable working within various situations...
Lisa can also help with: Respite care, visiting nurse, dementia, personal care, visiting physician
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Recent home health aide reviews in Independence, MO
Matelita F.
5.0
Matelita researched ways to treat MRSA in pressure sores. Thanks to her, my sore that had resisted healing for months healed in a month. The wound nurse was amazed and now uses Menuka honey regularly. I can't say enough about how grateful I am for her initiative and care.
- Ellen A.
Tina H.
5.0
Tina is an amazing care giver. We feel so fortunate to have such a kind, compassionate, and reliable person caring for our mother.
- Meg Z.
Halley R.
5.0
Halley was one of our full time caregivers for Mom while she was on palliative and hospice services. She is kind, punctual, and goes above and beyond what's expected. It was a pleasure having her work with mom.
- Care member
Faith C.
5.0
Faith is very caring and committed to her patients. She goes above and beyond on their care and communicates very well with the families. It will be hard to find someone more dedicated and qualified than Faith! Would absolutely hire her again!!
- Sharla D.
Lashanda B.
5.0
Lashanda was the absolute best! She was around for many years providing care to my neighbor, Mrs. R. My neighbor was very particular and Lashanda did EVERYTHING so well!
- Meekah L.
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FAQs for finding home health aides near you in Independence, MO
What does a home health aide do near me in Independence, MO?
If you’re planning to hire a home health aide near you in Independence, MO, 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 Independence, MO?
When it’s time to hire a home health aide near you in Independence, MO, 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 Independence, MO?
To find home health aides near you in Independence, MO, you can create an account with Care.com and then you can filter and sort local home health aides by distance from Independence, MO. 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 Independence, MO?
The average rate for hiring home health aides near you in Independence, MO on Care.com as of November, 2024 is $25.00 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 Independence, MO?
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 Independence, MO home health aides listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.0 / 5
Home Health Aides in Independence, MO are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 18 listed home health aides.