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Emily O.


Akron, PA

$30-38/hr10 yrs exp

Reliable And Flexible Caregiver

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Hello, my name is Emily and I have been working in care giving for the last 10 years. Prior to obtaining my CNA license and working in long term care, I worked in home care. I have experience in many areas of care giving, from dementia and Alzheimer's care, to hospice care and end of life, and any age in between. I have...
Emily can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, dementia, errands, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

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Jessica M.


Lititz, PA

$25/hr9 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I am a RNA/CNA with 9 years experience working with senior citizens in nursing homes, rehabilitation centers and Home care. I have a lot of training with therapy as I do restorative therapy and I also have 9 years of dementia training and experience. I also specialize in end of life care.
Jessica can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, dementia, errands, home modification, hospice services & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Jessica was great for a long Mother's Day weekend for our first time being with my 92 year old Mom since the pandemic at our family cottage. As my mother is incontinent and has trouble standing after a stroke, Jessica was invaluable in changing Mom in a small...

Larry D.

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Laura F.


Lancaster, PA

$20-21/hr

Patient, Caring, And Funny Friend

I was present in hospice for both my mother-in-law, and my father-in-law, as well as my niece. I like to talk to them, laugh with them, and sometimes even cry.
Laura can also help with: Personal care, companionship, errands, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep & more
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Nicole A.


Lititz, PA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

One Of A Kind Caregiver

I have experience with dementia, diabetes trachea care, and wound care. I have experience with ALS, COPD, and Parkinson disease. I have experience with hospice and all end of life care. I have experience with cleaning cooking bathing and running errands. Most importantly, I am a great listener and good companion with a big...
Nicole can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, dementia, errands, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

Current registered nurse that enjoys working with geriatric patients. Have had Long Term Care experience. Former hospice nurse, as well.
Kimberly can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, dementia, errands, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

My career has included patient care & education, practice mgmt., corporate executive mgmt., medical writing, consulting, Hospice (admissions), Personal & Memory Care (Dir. of Admissions), Oncology (patient education), and much more. I retired young and have since provided companionship, and personal & household assistance for...
Jill can also help with: Mobility assistance, companionship, dementia, errands, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"We first hired Jill to provide relief to my mom who was caring for my father who had medical challenges. She would assist with getting them "out of the house" and exercising. My mom describes how her quality of life dramatically increased because of Jill. ,As...

Michelle F.

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Beth C.


Ephrata, PA

$19-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My resume/ experience includes home health care for those with physical limitations from congenital illness, traumatic accidents autoimmune disorders, and other debilitating disorders. I have also provided respite care for those on hospice care, those with memory problems and behavioral issues. In this care taking I have...
Beth can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, errands, hospice services, light cleaning, live-in home care & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

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Kim H.


Mount Gretna, PA

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Professional RN

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am an experienced home health and hospice nurse with CPR and dementia certifications. As a registered nurse I can assist in navigating the medical system. I can schedule, transport, and accompany you or your family member to medical appointments, communicate with the physician or medical provider, and serve as a medical...
Kim can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, personal care, respite care, visiting nurse
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

5.0
"Kim has been a caregiver for our terminally ill sister for the last 9 months. Kim is a skilled nurse and former hospice nurse. She has taken excellent care of our sister and has worked well with hospice aides and nurses. She also interfaced well with the family....

Sandra G.

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Tamra J.


Paradise, PA

$20-22/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I became a CNA after my grandfather became ill with cancer. I have worked in the nursing homes with skilled and dementia residents for over 10 years. I worked with Hospice and Community Care in Lancaster for over 9 years. I have done home care for the past 3 years. Now looking for part time Mondays and Wednesdays 8-4./12pm-8...
Tamra can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, personal care, respite care
5.0
"Tamra was amazing with my Mom. My Mom was so comfortable with her and I was able to go away stress free and not worry about how my Mom was while I was gone and whether she was getting good care. I will definitely be using Tamra again in the not too distant future!...

Robert P.

17 year hospital floor nurse on cardiac unit. Hospice RN 3 yrs Home care throughout career Knowledgeable in disease processes, end of life care, caring, compassionate, dependable.
Meredith can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, dementia, errands, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

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Harriet M.


Manheim, PA

$18-20/hr6 yrs exp

Available For Companionship And Transportation

I have 2 years experience in caring for seniors which I have put in practice from my current jobs. I have a passion with my job for I feel so happy when I make a difference in others life as I give them the care they need to live their daily normal lives of which everyone deserves to live a normal life. At the end of the day I...
Harriet can also help with: Personal care
Skills:

CNA

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Jennifer P.


Womelsdorf, PA

$25-45/hr10 yrs exp

Registered Nurse

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 30+ years adult care in an assisted living /hospital setting. I have experience in different medical diagnosis, hospice, dementia, and the developmentally disadvantaged. I can assist with personal care, medication administration and other medical issues as needed along with simple house requests. Companionship always and...
Jennifer can also help with: Personal care, dementia, errands, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep & more
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Trace Z.


Morgantown, PA

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

I am 45 yrs old and recently lost my mother to a horrible disease called multiple sclerosis. My mom needed assistance for 20 yrs of her life. This horrible disease ended her in a nursing home her last 5 yrs of life. Even then needing additional care from family to monitor her care unfortunately. My dad passed going on 3 yrs ago...
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Lucy H.


Reading, PA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Private Personal Care

Hi! My name is Lucy and I have been caregiving the elderly for 15 years. Prior to that I worked 20 years in childcare. I will soon be starting my own LLC with Senior care. I have experience working with the handicapped and am skilled in working with Dementia. . I love helping to care people because it naturally touches my heart....
Lucy can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, dementia, errands, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Medical Equipment Experience

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Colleen M.


Columbia, PA

$19-22/hr5 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as caring, compassionate and understanding I'm looking for a job that has caring clients, consistent hours and a steady pay rate. I started caring for seniors when I was a teenager, taking care of both my grandmother and grandfather, who both passed away from cancer. Later on in life, I took care of...
Colleen can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, errands, home modification, hospice services, light cleaning & more

Andrea C.


Honey Brook, PA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have over 10 years experience with case management, in long term facilities, hospice settings, and clients homes. Empathetic caregiver/manager with sensitive, compassionate approach. Enchanting care, flexible learning approach for clients. Encouragement for patients physical and emotional support .
Andrea can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, dementia, errands, hospice services, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Andrea was an amazing caregiver for my husband with ALS. We were so lucky to have her. She stayed with us until he passed."

Kristin D.

Marissa S.


Reading, PA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Home Health Aide Available Part Time. Available For Companionship, Housekeeping, Meal Prep, Etc.

Hello, my name is Marissa . I am a Certified Nursing Assistant and also a Certified health aide . I've been working in the health field for over 12 years . I have had the opportunity to work with many different wonderful families. I am familiar with dementia, long-term care, hospice care and much more. I am very passionate for...
Marissa can also help with: Live-in home care, companionship, dementia, errands, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

Medical Equipment Experience

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Emily L.


Mountville, PA

$18-20/hr10 yrs exp

Cna

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been a CNA for 14 years and love taking care of people. I've worked in a nursing home setting, hospice and rehab. I can also work nightshift hours Monday through Friday night if needed.
Emily can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, dementia, errands, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

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Recent hospice care reviews in Akron, PA

Jessica M.

5.0

We hired Jessica to help care for my father in the remaining days of his life. She was such a comfort, help and servant to our family, especially my mother. We would hire her again in a heartbeat. She went over and above what we expected. She truly was an answer to my prayers.

- Pam L.

Jill C.

5.0

I hired Jill to drive me to my first colonoscopy. In addition to doing a great job as a driver, she was also a great companion. I'm very grateful for her support; she really helped me relax about the procedure.

- Care member

Kim H.

5.0

"Kim is possibly the most knowledgeable and experienced registered nurse I have ever encountered in the geratric home healthcare profession! Kim has over 35+ years of meaningful, hands-on experience in geriatrics and hospices healthcare. It is her area of specialty. Kim's straightforward,...

- Care member

Tamra J.

5.0

Tamra was amazing with my Mom. My Mom was so comfortable with her and I was able to go away stress free and not worry about how my Mom was while I was gone and whether she was getting good care. I will definitely be using Tamra again in the not too distant future! My Mom loves her so much she asked...

- Robert P.

Andrea C.

5.0

Andrea was an amazing caregiver for my husband with ALS. We were so lucky to have her. She stayed with us until he passed.

- Kristin D.

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