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12 personal assistants are listed in Arcata, CA
The average rate is $24/hr as of November 2024
The average years of experience for personal assistants is 7 years
Personal assistants in Arcata, CA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Compassionate caregiver with 17 years of experience. I have worked in all stages of caregiving from companionship all the way to working alongside hospice for end-of-life care. I am a kind caring person and enjoy working with seniors and helping them stay in their homes. I cook, clean, shop, run errands make doctor's...
Sarah can also help with: Personal care, dementia, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Sarah was hired by our family in Nov 2020 as part of a team to provide 24 -hour care to our 86 year old mother. Sarah was with us through multiple stages of mom's care including medicine management, bathing, assistance walking and exercising, then care as she...
Rhonda M.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Personal Assistant/Project Manager available. I am smart, fast-paced, good-humored (fun to be around) and capable. I can handle projects, errands, kids, organizing, light cleaning and easy cooking. I have worked as a producer of art and circus shows at a major music festival, booked and hosted artists for events, been a...
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My passion for caregiving started with my grandmother. I lived with her throughout her 80s and 90s and experienced the ins-and-outs of caring for an elderly/ailing person. The last few years of her life (she lived to 99) I was very much by her side for whatever she needed. In addition to the caring for my grandmother, I have 3...
Tiffany can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, live-in home care, companionship, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Love Tiffany's upbeat and positive personality. Also her willingness to work at whatever I ask of her from assisting with safe showering, washing my hair, vacuuming my home, changing my bedsheets, laundry etc. Tiffany has also been willing to act as my personal...
Megan P.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I have 38 yrs. experience in the medical field which includes working as a certified nursing assistant in nursing homes and in home hospice care. I also have cared for my own grandmother and mother-in-law when they became ill. I have always thoroughly enjoyed giving one on one attention to my patients and will bring personal...
Teresa can also help with: Personal care, dementia, hospice services
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I am in a wheelchair and have two cats, one diabetic. Teresa is perfect for us. She is absolutely reliable, and willing to take on any task I set her. She always goes the extra mile, and does the work of any other two workers I have ever hired. I cannot...
Dawn H.
Rita K.
Eureka, CA
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Reliable Personal Errand Assistant - Simplifying Your Day, One Task At A Time
Hi, I'm Rita, a dependable and detail-oriented individual dedicated to making your life easier. Based in Eureka, I offer personalized assistance for errands and everyday tasks to help free up your valuable time. Whether you need groceries picked up, packages delivered, or appointments scheduled, I'm here to lend a hand.
With a...
Over my life I have worked in many capacities that involved caring for children. I have served as an Elementary school teacher, nanny, babysitter, pet sitter, house sitter, after school care provider, teaching assistant, and camp counselor. As the oldest out of 7 kids I can confidently say that your children will be a piece of...
Alexis can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello,
My name is Joy, I'm 37 and live in Arcata. I'm interested in simply companion care for seniors. I have not worked with seniors yet, but have 10+ years experience in the caregiving field. I can help with in light meal prep, very light house keeping, walking good natured dogs, watering plants, assisting in the garden etc.....
Joy can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
I have 10+ years of experience working with preschool age children up through 18 years of age. I have an Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education. I enjoy working with children of all ages. I have been a camp director at Flips for Kids Gymnastics, Juvenile Corrections Officer, a 1:1 aide for a child with special needs, a...
Rachel can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Emily B.
Eureka, CA
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I began providing home health services for an elderly woman who had broken her hip and needed general assistance around the home and in the community about 10 years ago. Since then I have personally helped a handful of other people who needed in home assistance, either due to injury or older age. I have been a care taker for...
Emily can also help with: Meal prep, errands, transportation, dementia, light cleaning
Wendy W.
Eureka, CA
$25-36/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part Time / Full Time Experienced Compassionate Reliable Non-smoker Senior Caregiver
5.0
(1)
With several years providing senior care for Alzheimer's and Dementia elderly care in the home. With an agency and private duty providing duties including Respite, Compassionate, companionship, shopping and food prep and with a passion for cooking healthy food, Medication management, light housework, personal laundry, driving to...
Wendy can also help with: Dementia, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, live-in home care, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Wendy helped me take care of my mom when she was alive. She was so helpful, so
upbeat and friendly that her patients love her. The loving care she gave my mom was just the best. She is one that try's to think of fun things to do with patients if they are able, she...
Barbara N.
Tj V.
McKinleyville, CA
$16-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Elder Care Provider / Personal Assistant / Child Care Provider / HouseKeeping
I have 20+ years of experience. I can help with Home Care with Elderly and Dementia. Patients / Previous long term care with Parkinson's / Dementia / MobilityAssist / Medication Time Management Documentation / Physical Therapy Follow Through Care / Preparing Meals / Provide Socialization via Creative Activity Planning /...
Tj can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, errands, dementia, meal prep, personal care & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
I previously worked as a CNA, secretary and patient care tech In a trauma hospital for 20 years, part of that time was spent in outpatient surgery. I worked in every specialty floor but mainly in orthopedics. Prior to that I worked in an Alzheimers facility for several months. I have taken nutrition classes also along with...
Jennifer can also help with: Companionship, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
Licensed Nurse
Medical Equipment Experience
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Recent personal assistant reviews in Arcata, CA
Sarah W.
5.0
Sarah was hired by our family in Nov 2020 as part of a team to provide 24 -hour care to our 86 year old mother. Sarah was with us through multiple stages of mom's care including medicine management, bathing, assistance walking and exercising, then care as she became bed-bound and with palliative and...
- Rhonda M.
Tiffany B.
5.0
Tiffany is so kind and competent. She really cares and goes above and beyond, especially with all of our earthquakes! I'm really glad we have her on our care team :)
- Casey A.
Teresa C.
5.0
We needed extra in home care for our elder parents, especially our mom, and Teresa did a fantastic job for us. We could not have asked for a better person to help our family at the time she was with us. I would 100% recommend her without any hesitation.
- John E.
Wendy W.
5.0
Wendy helped me take care of my mom when she was alive. She was so helpful, so
upbeat and friendly that her patients love her. The loving care she gave my mom was just the best. She is one that try's to think of fun things to do with patients if they are able, she would take my mom out to get...
- Barbara N.
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FAQs for finding personal assistants in Arcata
In 2024, how much does it cost to hire a personal assistant in Arcata, CA?
The average rate for hiring a personal assistant in Arcata, CA on Care.com as of November, 2024 is $24.50 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 Arcata?
Care.com has 2 personal assistants in Arcata, CA. 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 Arcata 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 Arcata?
Most personal assistants in Arcata, CA 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 Arcata. Additionally, some personal assistants are okay with performing pet care or even light housekeeping duties, but these duties are less common.