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26 home health aides are listed in Portsmouth, VA
The average posted rate is $15/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby home health aides is 10 years
Home health aides in Portsmouth, VA
5.0
(7)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I'm passionate that each "individual" I meet is treated with respect. I strongly believe I'm part of a unique team and need to listen to each person and/or family to ensure each experience is positive.
I have served in the Social Work field for most of my life, even as a adolescent volunteer at Christiana Hospital. I recently...
Sharon can also help with: Personal care, errands, live-in home care, meal prep, light cleaning, respite care & more
5.0
"Sharon was wonderful......her years of experience shone thru during the interview.....she came up with ideas that had never occurred to me regarding my husband and his care......She isn't shy at all and I always welcome ideas because I'm too exhausted to think of...
Sue J.
Michelle S.
Suffolk, VA
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Smiley Face, Loving And Sweet And Passionate Of What I Do
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I do believe my calling is to make others lives meaningful, creating happiness and touch others lives. I love to take care of people and based on my experiences , I give dignity, respect and value of what I do in life. I work in my entire life taking care of others people lives. Give any good references. I worked as DSP II for...
Michelle can also help with: Hospice services, errands, mobility assistance, light cleaning, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Michelle worked for my 91 year old mother (who has dementia) for about 4-5 months in Virginia Beach. She is an extremely dependable, honest and knowledgeable CNA who has a great enthusiastic, upbeat personality. My mom really enjoyed her company and she was very...
Miriam H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Caitlyn and I have been a nursing assistant/home health aid for the last five years. I have experience working for multiple residents and for residents one on one in their homes. I've had the pleasure of learning and performing the particulars of past clients; concerning cares, meal preparations, daily...
Caitlyn can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, hospice services, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Caitlyn is kind and conscientious. She has energy, commitment and goes that extra mile to be sure her clients receive the best care she can give them. I was very sorry when she left our team."
Sandi K.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I worked as caregiver, Home Health Aide (HHA) Companion care, and senior care for over 10 years, I have provided and still providing care for seniors with disabilities, ALS, Hospice, MS, dementia/Alzheimer's, Tracheotomy care, feeding tube and catheter care in their homes. I am very passionate about the care I provide for them...
Sonia can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Sonia has been with us for a year now and has become part of the family. Her work ethic is straight forward and strong. She cares for my husband with ALS.
Totally trustworthy and honest."
Barbara M.
I am a certified home health aide. I have 10+ years of experience. I can help with Personal Care and Dementia. I take great pride in the care that I offer to my patient's and extended family. I hope to be an addition to the family lives that I work for.
Ann Marie can also help with: Personal care, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Home health aide/ CNA. Available for senior care in home and out of home. I can provide the following services: Companionship, housekeeping, meal prep, memory support, medication reminders, feeding, dressing, bathing, appointments, light house keeping. Non-smoker. Pet friendly. Very sociable and neat. Experience with Alzheimer's...
Andrea can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning, errands, hospice services, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
Lazarie M.
Norfolk, VA
$17-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have worked as a home health aide for several years. I enjoy helping elderly and believe that people of all ages should live a dignified life where they feel safe and happy!
Lazarie can also help with: Transportation, errands, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Tiera H.
Norfolk, VA
$10-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello my name is Tiera, I have been caring for seniors for many years it is my passion , and I get a great joy out it.
I started care for seniors straight out of high school in 2006. During my time caring for seniors I have work for Direct Home Health Care for 10 years, Hand & Heart for 5years , and I have also worked for...
Tiera can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, mobility assistance & more
20 years of experience/references available.
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
CNA
5.0
(4)
I have been doing home care for quite some time now. I have been working for my grandparents and great grandparents. As a Personal Care Aide I have worked for agencies . I'm currently working at a Group home for Adults with mental health and intellectual disabilities.
Tysean can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, personal care, errands
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"He is an exceptional young man. he goes over and beyond. He completes every task you give him. He shows up early and he is good with kids and the elderly. He would be a great fit for your company."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a licensed caregiver at a area hospital (PRN ONLY). I've worked in the private sector providing home health services. I'm willing to create an individual care plan for each client tailored to their needs and services I'm fully vaccinated and boosted. I'm CPR and first aid certified. I'm very hands on and attentive to my...
Cassaundra can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, respite care, companionship, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"She was very punctual hired for my elderly mother, who has dementia for the evening. My mom actually remembered her in the morning and said how sweet she was, so that is a BIG plus! Will definitely be hiring her again!"
Kari P.
Nafissatou D.
Virginia Beach, VA
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
4.7
(9)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am an experienced Home Health Aid, working with over 6 yrs servicing the elderly, physically, mentally, and developmentally handicapp clients in the
Virginia area. I have a dependable newer model SUV to transport clients
and assist them in a variety of ways. All contact is made in a confidential
manner. I am proficient in...
Nafissatou can also help with: Dementia, personal care, live-in home care
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"It gives me great pleasure to recommend Nafi D. for her outstanding service. My mother and I worked with Nafi D. for two years. Nafi always had a positive attitude and is nice to work with. She was always eager to help and was consistently dependable. Nafi went...
Penni W.
5.0
(13)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I have 20+ years of experience in home health care, hospice, special needs and CPR/first Aide certified. I have been blessed enough to work with all types of ailments and to name a few, dementia, Alzheimer and ALS. I am very passionate about the care I give to my clients, always willing to go the extra mile. I worked in...
Resse can also help with: Errands, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
5.0
"In January 2020, my mother was diagnosed with Alzheimer's. At the time, I lived and worked as a full-time professional in VA, and she lived several states away. After attempting to develop and manage a long-distance care plan for my mother, I decided to move her...
John S.
Barbara B.
Virginia Beach, VA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
In-Home Health / Personal Care Aide And Medical Management Manager
I have 20+ years experience as a In Home Health Care Aide and Medical Managment Manager. I provide all clients with compassionate, loving service for simple daily living tasks, meal preparation, dressing, bathing and coordinating healthcare services for those clients with more complex healthcare needs. I provide support and...
Barbara can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, hospice services, live-in home care, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
I've worked as a CNA for 7 years now I also worked in an Assist Living awhile. I enjoy helping others
Daisy can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, errands & more
I have been providing personal care and companionship to clients for over 24 years and I absolutely LOVE IT. I have always adopted the principle that you must have the ability to love and care for people in general in order to be a caregiver and I do that with pride and the upmost respect. If you are looking for someone that has...
Frederica can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, companionship, personal care & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
I'm a licensed CNA. I mostly work in private homes. I believe keeping people comfortable and safe in their homes as long as possible is key to good physical and mental health. I have had clients with as much as total care needed or someone who just wanted company and aid companion.
Julie can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care, respite care, errands, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
1.0
(1)
My name is Lorenda. I am the owner of A L LIGHT HOME HEALTH CARE LLC. I do home health care. I come to you're home and do personal care, light house keeping, run errands, I can give medication. I have a CNA and Medication Aid certificate. Please feel free to call me to discuss hours ect.
References are available upon request
Lorenda can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, errands, meal prep, respite care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
Michelle P.
Norfolk, VA
$12-26/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have worked In health care for 20+ yrs. From a home health aide to a medical assistant. I have worked In hospice care as well as an OB/GYN clinic. I enjoy spending time with others
An empty nester at this point. Raised 6 children and comfortable In many different situations.
Michelle can also help with: Errands, meal prep, hospice services, respite care, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Breyana F.
Virginia Beach, VA
$12-17/hr • 1 yrs exp
My name is Breyana, I'm 21 years old. I have been a home health aid since 2022 some time in January. I can help with anything that is needed to care for your loved one.
Breyana can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands, transportation
Skills:
Home Health Aide
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Recent home health aide reviews in Portsmouth, VA
Sharon R.
5.0
Sharon did a wonderful job caring for my 94 year old mother. She's very kind, responsible, intelligent and always on time. I always knew and trusted that my mom was in good hands when Sharon was with her. I would hire her again in a heartbeat. I would highly recommend her for a family who needs an...
- Bett C.
Michelle S.
5.0
Michelle worked for my 91 year old mother (who has dementia) for about 4-5 months in Virginia Beach. She is an extremely dependable, honest and knowledgeable CNA who has a great enthusiastic, upbeat personality. My mom really enjoyed her company and she was very pro-active in getting my mom...
- Miriam H.
Caitlyn W.
5.0
Caitlyn is kind and conscientious. She has energy, commitment and goes that extra mile to be sure her clients receive the best care she can give them. I was very sorry when she left our team.
- Sandi K.
Sonia T.
5.0
Sonia is remarkably reliable. In the seven months she has cared for out mother, she has never been late or had to miss a shift. She is so capable and organized that she really helped us transition our elderly mother back to home care, from assisted living. My Mom's quality of life is better with...
- Care member
Tysean M.
5.0
He is an exceptional young man. he goes over and beyond. He completes every task you give him. He shows up early and he is good with kids and the elderly. He would be a great fit for your company.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding home health aides near you in Portsmouth, VA
What does a home health aide do near me in Portsmouth, VA?
If you’re planning to hire a home health aide near you in Portsmouth, VA, 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 Portsmouth, VA?
When it’s time to hire a home health aide near you in Portsmouth, VA, 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 Portsmouth, VA?
To find home health aides near you in Portsmouth, VA, you can create an account with Care.com and then you can filter and sort local home health aides by distance from Portsmouth, VA. 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 Portsmouth, VA?
The average rate for hiring home health aides near you in Portsmouth, VA on Care.com as of January, 2025 is $15.00 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 Portsmouth, VA?
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 Portsmouth, VA home health aides listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Home Health Aides in Portsmouth, VA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 26 listed home health aides.