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24 home health aides are listed in Merrillville, IN
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of December 2024
The average experience for nearby home health aides is 7 years
Home health aides in Merrillville, IN
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I worked in Chicago at Rush University Medical Center from 1989 until 2016, with 17 of those years dedicated to the operating rooms. I have admirable experience in providing companion care for home care or in a hospital environment. I have a sound knowledge of managing clients with Cancer, Dementia, Parkinson, Alzheimer's and...
Sheila can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, errands, mobility assistance, companionship & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Sheila is a knowledgeable caregiver who provided excellent care for my mom from March 2022 until November 2023. She is quite dependable and punctual. She rarely asked for time off, but when she did, she gave notice well in advance. My mom’s dementia led to some...
Barbara F.
Sherry M.
Merrillville, IN
$12-40/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Have been in the medical field for over 20yrs, very dependable, very caring, team player, help individuals with their activities of daily living. CPR Certified, Home Health Aide Certification.
Sherry can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, companionship, errands, hospice services, home modification & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Sherry has been an excellent caregiver for my sister who has dementia. From day one she was pleasant and engaging with my sister, no matter how many times my sister asked the same questions or when she tried to pack her things and leave. Sherry was always willing...
Julie P.
I've been in healthcare almost 10yrs. Patient care is my weaknesss. I genuinely love taking care of those who need assistance.
Skills:
CNA
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 4 years of paid HHA experienced as well as on the Indiana registry. I'm willing to undergo any background/drugtest/fingerprint as well. I'm comfortable with smokers and pets as well as providing everyday ADL's to your loved one. I'm willing to Negotiate pay because I'm very understanding. I'm also CPR certified for adults...
Charlene can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, mobility assistance, errands, companionship & more
I am currently a licensed home health aide in the state of Indiana and have cared for many seniors. I have lots of experience with alzheimer's and dementia patients, bed bound patients, paraplegic patients, as well as several other types of needs. In addition, I am about to graduate nursing school, which helps me stay up to date...
Emily can also help with: Dementia, personal care, companionship, respite care, mobility assistance, hospice services & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Seeking a position as a certified Health Aid provider to care for and comfort those in need. Experience with individuals battling dementia, Alzheimer, osteoarthritis, osteoporosis, parkinson's, MS, cancer patients, stroke victims, wound care, mental disorders, chronic illnesses, feeding tube's, and other diseases and disorders....
Jacqueline can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
Home Health Aide
5.0
"She’s a very hard and compassionate worker ."
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am trained to assist with all basic activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, eating, grooming, moving from one place to another, and toileting. I can check vital signs such as blood pressure, respiration and pulse, monitor a client's physical and mental condition; level of exercise; and how much they are...
Yolanda can also help with: Hospice services, respite care, dementia, live-in home care
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Yolanda is a caring provider who is easy to work with. She was always on time and very pleasant. She's cared for her own Mom and treats her patients like family."
Antionette G.
I have been an Home Health Aide for 13 years, I love what I do.
I have 9 years of being a caregiver I started out in the homes and for the last 3 years I have been worrying in facilities and also in the memory care units a s well.
Yolanda can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, dementia, errands, meal prep, respite care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
I am a patient, loving, intuitive Certified Home Health Aide. I have been taking care of the elderly for over 10 yrs both personally and professionally. It's not just a job to me. It's my passion and my God given gift. I consider it a privilege to be trusted with such an important role in someone's life.
Shunea can also help with: Errands, dementia, hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning, respite care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
I have 6 years experience as a home health aide and 3 years as a residential aide. During both positions, I was responsible for cooking, cleaning (entire home), bathing my clients. Everything that needed to be taken care of in the home setting, I provided due to their disabilities. I was also responsible for grocery, household,...
Jontue can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, companionship, personal care, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Hello there, I'm Chynna, an experienced Home Health Aide who has a passion for caring for others. I have been working since I was 17 years old and have had my fair share of odd jobs. Care giving is one that I enjoy the most. Some of my experience include working in a retirement community, one on one with clients, working within...
Chynna can also help with: Dementia, transportation, light cleaning, errands, meal prep
Luvim J.
Crown Point, IN
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
I A Qualified Medication Aid, Certified Nurse Assistant And Insulin Certified As Well
Hi! I'm Luvim, call me Lulu, I am working right now as a Qualified medication aid and do caregiving as well in nursing home and rehab, I was a home health aid before for more than 1 yr. I am friendly, thoughtful, my religion is oneness Pentecostal, I can provide companionship for your loveones, clean their house, change bed...
Luvim can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, home modification & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
CNA
Robin B.
Highland, IN
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am a certified nursing assistant and a home health aide. I have over 25 yrs experience. I have experience in Alzheimer's and dementia care , stroke, diabetes, bed found patients as well as children. I enjoy helping people in their homes .
Robin can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, companionship, hospice services, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
CPR
5.0
(1)
In 2018, I worked as a home health aide, I won't mention because I don't want to slander a place that may have improved. I have previous experience helping elderly. Primarily helping them move around, clean their house, run their errands. While I was and am capable of helping more, the people I cared for didn't need the extra...
Alyssa can also help with: Meal prep, errands, transportation, light cleaning, live-in home care
I have worked at three senior living facilities and currently work part time for a home health company since February of 2020. I have also provided home care for a few people outside of my main job. I am very patient and always put work first. Willing to travel within northern Indiana and southwest Michigan. I was CNA certified...
Skills:
CNA
I am a mother of 4 I'm married I live in Crete. I took care of my grandmother before she died. I recently took care of a school teacher that lived in Crete for 2 years.
Kameela can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, personal care, companionship, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
I am a registered nurse in the ICU with experience in home health care, personal care, medications, hospice, and dementia. I worked as a home health aide for a privately owned company while in nursing school. With my experience in nursing school and at work, I can offer quality care to your loved one.
Isabella can also help with: Dementia, personal care, respite care
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Geanna T.
Portage, IN
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
I have over 5-6 years of experience with the elderly. I have my CNA License and have worked in Long-Term care facilities and Assisted Living facilities. I have also worked in homes as an Home Health Aid
Geanna can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, respite care, hospice services, dementia
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Adeshewa B.
Calumet City, IL
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Home Health Aide Available Full Time And Available For Companionship, Housekeeping, Meal Prep
The experience was good. I was very punctual, honesty and friendly. I have worked with pple with arthritis, diabetes and hypertension. I was very helpful
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Recent home health aide reviews in Merrillville, IN
Sheila P.
5.0
Sheila is a knowledgeable caregiver who provided excellent care for my mom from March 2022 until November 2023. She is quite dependable and punctual. She rarely asked for time off, but when she did, she gave notice well in advance. My mom’s dementia led to some challenging situations which Sheila...
- Barbara F.
Sherry M.
5.0
Sherry has been an excellent caregiver for my sister who has dementia. From day one she was pleasant and engaging with my sister, no matter how many times my sister asked the same questions or when she tried to pack her things and leave. Sherry was always willing to help wherever needed or filling...
- Julie P.
Jacqueline J.
5.0
Jacqueline cared for my mother for the last 2 months of my mother's life. Jacqueline was a very kind and caring caregiver, always looking for ways to make my mother as comfortable as possible.
- Care member
Yolanda J.
5.0
She is honest, punctual and dependable.
- Melvalett C.
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FAQs for finding home health aides near you in Merrillville, IN
What does a home health aide do near me in Merrillville, IN?
If you’re planning to hire a home health aide near you in Merrillville, IN, 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 Merrillville, IN?
When it’s time to hire a home health aide near you in Merrillville, IN, 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 Merrillville, IN?
To find home health aides near you in Merrillville, IN, you can create an account with Care.com and then you can filter and sort local home health aides by distance from Merrillville, IN. 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 Merrillville, IN?
The average rate for hiring home health aides near you in Merrillville, IN on Care.com as of December, 2024 is $16.00 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 Merrillville, IN?
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.