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Katsiaryna C.
Alachua, FL
$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
With a heart for helping seniors, I provide compassionate and personalized care tailored to each individual's needs. My approach emphasizes dignity, comfort, and building a trusting relationship. Whether assisting with daily tasks, offering companionship, or providing emotional support, I am committed to enhancing the quality of...
Katsiaryna can also help with: Transportation, light cleaning, errands, meal prep
Yasmine D.
Alachua, FL
$20-30/hr • 9 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as reliable, passionate, and observant.
I like caring for seniors because it allows me to make a significant positive impact in someone's life by providing support, companionship, and assistance with daily living tasks.
I'm looking for a job that gives me the opportunity to care for their loved...
Yasmine can also help with: Respite care, mobility assistance
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Analise and I am an experienced and dependable child care provider. I hold a bachelor's degree and am currently furthering my education in the health care field. I am a non-smoker and have a dependable vehicle. With a passion for helping children grow and learn in a safe and nurturing environment, I am...
Analise can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Anna was so wonderful this summer with our baby boy H starting when he was 5 months. He misses her already! She was always punctual with a smile on her face. Anna always followed any specific instructions, making me feel completely at ease. She is very capable and...
Samantha W.
Ligia F.
Gainesville, FL
$13-18/hr
I have experience in taking care of a patient with Dementia. I have also been a personal assistant, preparing meals, light housekeeping & taking care of pets. I enjoy helping people & getting to know them.
Ligia F.
Gainesville, FL
$18-20/hr
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I like helping people and being with seniors is great, they have a lot of life experiences that I enjoy listening too. I would like to make their day a happy one, maybe going to the park & watching birds. Whatever brings them joy and I will care for that person the way I would like someone to care for me when I need assistance.
Ligia can also help with: Errands, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Ligia is amazing! I was extremely lucky to find her. She was timely, responsive and attentive. I wouldn’t use anyone else, but her. "
Kalen D.
Sharene W.
Gainesville, FL
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello!! My name is Sharene Woods-Wright. I have been doing this work for 10 years. I've have started in facilities working in memory care and with assistant living. I'm now with residents in their homes and I truly have a passion for this. A lot of my passion is due to having to an aunt with dementia and my mom who was...
Sharene can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, light cleaning, home modification, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Home Health Aide
I speak Ukrainian, Russian and English.
I have worked for 2 years at the Stepping Stones Elementary school in Gainesville Florida. I spent 1 year as an Assistant Teacher in the infant room. Working with children as young as 6 months old. I am an experienced child care professional.
I'd describe my personality as friendly,...
Olena can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Wanda L.
Gainesville, FL
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.6
(8)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have been an in home care provider for the last several years. My clients illnesses have ranged from terminal cancer, various stages of Alzheimer's and stroke patient.
My duties have included personal assistance with errands, assistance to and from doctors appointments, assistance with meal preparation, bathing n dressing.
I...
Wanda can also help with: Errands, respite care, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"She was wonderful in helping care for our elderly mother with dementia"
Steven A.
5.0
(6)
I'm very passionate about senior care, kind, caring, calm and very patient, and empathetic. I'm able to provide companion and emotional support, help with meal preparation, medication reminders, and dressing, bathroom assistance. I like caring for seniors because I feel they need our help and understanding more than anyone else.
Lori Anne can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, companionship, dementia, light cleaning, errands & more
5.0
"Lori took care of both her parents at their home for the past two years and one had Alzheimer’s. She is organized, compassionate and devoted to helping others."
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Haley and I am a master's student at the University of Florida and I am pursing a degree in English Education to become an English teacher! I have a lot of experience being a nanny/babysitter and have assisted children from the ages of 2 weeks old, to 13 years old. Also, I am the oldest of two younger siblings...
Haley can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Great! Polite, responsible, dependable. "
Lindsay S.
5.0
(1)
I have extensive experience working with people of all ages with disabilities. I am a certified para III. I acquired this certification while working for the ACPS. I've worked primarily with children with disabilities, but I have also worked for a friend as a caregiver to her mother. I cook, clean, do laundry, and assist with...
Kelly M can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, home modification, live-in home care, errands, companionship & more
5.0
"Kelly was a caregiver for my Mom, Carole W. My mother's personality is very challenging. Partially, because that has always been her personality, and partially because she had a brain aneurysm at age 53. She is now 76. Kelly was able to motivate my Mom and keep her...
Care member
5.0
(1)
I am a very reliable, patient and compassionate person who finds great fulfillment in helping others. I especially enjoy working with the elderly and have 8+ years of experience providing companion care for individuals with dementia. I look forward to assisting your loved one and treating them like family. I can assist with...
Jewel can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep
5.0
"She will treat your family member with respect and kindness. Jewel is very professional and trustworthy. Your loved one will receive excellent care and attention. She goes over and above any expectations. I highly recommend her without any reservations."
Sherry J.
Mary S.
Gainesville, FL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Over 20 Years Of Experience With Elderly With Dementia Special Needs And Overall Care
5.0
(8)
I have 20 years of experience of cna/ caregiver companion . I can help with light housekeeping, grocery shopping , doctors appointments or in a home or assisted living facility care. I've lived in Gainesville over 30 years and I've dealt with several different kinds of health issues with my clients. I love working with the...
Mary can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Mary truly cares for her clients. She goes above and beyond and is a great communicator with the family"
Stephanie L.
Danita H.
Gainesville, FL
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Resourceful Individual Seeks Long-term Employment That Will Offer Opportunity For Growth And Advance
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
? Over 15 years experience in the medical field in various positions including Medical Assistant, Hospice CNA and HHA.
? Experienced in community health screening for patient services.
? Warm, caring, customer focused individual who consistently provides the highest level of health care.
? Ability to master new concepts...
Danita can also help with: Home modification, live-in home care, dementia, companionship, mobility assistance, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
CPR
I have been a Activity Assistant at Nursing home for over six years now. Part of that responsibility is to run errands , shopping for Residents needs. I love it! Also , have assisted with Dr. appointments.
I'm currently in graduate school for Master in Social Work (with a focus on grief support) at Marian University. I have work adjacent to senior companionship, helping seniors right size their home as they prepare to downsize. I have also been a companion for those that want to travel with support and assurance if anything...
William can also help with: Home modification, personal care, visiting physician, dementia
Wanda L.
Gainesville, FL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am available to be your personal assistant to run errands, grocery shop, do dry cleaning, oversee services in home, and house/pet sit. I come with an impeccable reputation and references.
Elizabeth F.
Gainesville, FL
$13-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Thoughtful, Conscientious, Reliable, Creative, Adaptable, Genuine, And Fun
Heart-centered, family-friendly focusing on compassion, inspiring healthy lifestyle, and meeting practical needs. Four decades of successful experience in school counseling, education, human resources, holistic retreat/camp settings, child/elder/pet care, yoga, holistic studies, mindfulness, massage, health coaching, nutrition,...
Elizabeth can also help with: Pet transportation, grooming, pet walking, pet sitting
Dedicated caregiver with a passion for supporting the well-being and independence of adults and seniors. Experienced in providing personalized assistance with daily living activities, including meal preparation, medication reminders, personal hygiene, mobility support, and companionship. Skilled in creating a safe, respectful,...
Ebuka can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, respite care, live-in home care, errands
Skills:
CNA
Elizabeth F.
Gainesville, FL
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Thoughtful, Conscientious, Reliable, Genuine, Friendly, Attentive, Adaptable, And Receptive
Green Living Circle Care:
Heart-centered, family-friendly, and welcoming of all ages infants to elders focusing on compassion, inspiring healthy lifestyle, and meeting practical needs as they arise. My background includes 4 decades of successful experience in school counseling, education, human resources, holistic retreat and...
Elizabeth can also help with: Companionship, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, live-in home care, dementia & more
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Recent personal assistant reviews in Alachua, FL
Analise D.
5.0
After we moved to Boca I hired Anna to watch my 10yo son overnight while I worked. Between her and her roommate my son loved the time he got to spend over there. Sadly, I was only able to have her watch him a couple times as our schedules conflicted, but my son would repeatedly ask if they were...
- Daniel L.
Ligia F.
5.0
Ligia is amazing! I was extremely lucky to find her. She was timely, responsive and attentive. I wouldn’t use anyone else, but her.
- Kalen D.
Wanda L.
5.0
Wanda was hired to care for my 73 year old father who has end-stage cancer. Although we had to make the difficult decision to transition him into an assisted living facility shortly after we hired Wanda, the time she was able to spend with him was priceless. Wanda is punctual and an excellent...
- Danielle W.
Lori Anne F.
5.0
Lori was a joy to work with
She was attentive and caring to my parents and family
I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Lori to anyone
- Care member
Haley M.
5.0
She has taken care of infant, toddler and school age kids. Very engaging with kids and a sweet personality.
- Laura B.
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FAQs for finding personal assistants in Alachua
In 2025, how much does it cost to hire a personal assistant in Alachua, FL?
The average rate for hiring a personal assistant in Alachua, FL on Care.com as of March, 2025 is $20.00 per hour. The cost may fluctuate depending on the type of service you need assistance with and how frequently.
How can I find a good personal assistant near me in Alachua?
Care.com has 2 personal assistants in Alachua, FL. To start the search process, you will first need to create an account by answering a few simple questions to find the personal assistant services that match your needs. You will then have the option to either post a job and receive applications from candidates, or search for personal assistants directly on the platform. You can filter results by distance from Alachua or hourly rate, and then compare the assistants' skills and services they offer. After selecting a few candidates, you can schedule interviews, check references and hire the personal assistant that best fits your needs.
What services can a personal assistant provide in Alachua?
Most personal assistants in Alachua, FL can help families with a combination of general errands, shopping, organizing events and managing a parent's schedule. Personal assistants typically do not provide child care services, but they can help by driving kids to and from school or other activities around Alachua. Additionally, some personal assistants are okay with performing pet care or even light housekeeping duties, but these duties are less common.