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Lisa V.


Chesterton, IN

$10-50/hr10 yrs exp

Guardian Of Angels

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Hi families! My name is Lisa and I love children and animals and hope I can be of assistance to you and your loved ones. I have 3 children myself. My daughter is 13. We've gotten pretty good at arts and crafts and all things teenage girl and we love to laugh! My 2 boys, aged 7 and 12, are very active and especially love...
Lisa can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
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Rachelle S.


Valparaiso, IN

$10-20/hr2 yrs exp

Gofer - Personal Assistant

Mother of 4, grandmother of 5, soon to be 6. I've spent my children's elementary years as room mom, planning parties, working events at the school, and doing market day. I also worked in the cafes and worked as a crossing guard for 3 yrs. I enjoy going to the park with the grand kids, the zoo, riding bikes and the beach, or my...
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Kylee C.


Portage, IN

$20/hr1 yrs exp

- Certified Nursing Assistant - Sunday School Teacher

I'd describe my personality as passionate, honest, and caring I started working with kids last year when I watched a new born baby Monday-Friday. I cared for her throughout the day: bottle feeding, cleaning her up, playing with her, and putting her down for her naps. I loved watching her!! In my spare time, I like to work as...
Kylee can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

CNA

I am currently a certified nursing assistant who is passionate about taking care of others. I find joy in assisting those who need the help. I am a very driven, dedicated, and caring person.
Kylee can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands
Skills:

CNA

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Skylar S.


Portage, IN

$8-13/hr

Good With Pets And Would Like Too Help A Family In Need Of A Little Extra Assistance!

I have had pets my whole life and grew up loving animals, I have three dogs, two cats and a sweet bunny rabbit. I have a love for all animals. I am the person to stop and pet a dog if I can or go into pet stores to spend a few extra moments with the animals. I hope to one day foster and adopt many animals of my own.
Skylar can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Sarah H.


Portage, IN

$16-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter With Friendly And Fun Personality.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am Sarah, a 28-year-old mama to a 6-year-old special needs kiddo. I have experience caring for infants to teenagers (& more recently, the elderly) since 2007. I have coached gymnastics (recreational to competitive and private lessons for special needs children who needed 1:1 ratio to participate in gymnastics) on and...
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Elizabeth D.


Portage, IN

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Compasstionate Care

Hello! I'm Elizabeth. I am a very nurturing, friendly person by nature. I studied Medical Assisting and was formerly a Certified Medical Assistant & Qualified Medical Assistant so I could work with the elderly. I have four years of elderly care experience, I have knowledge and experience with falls, heart rate and blood pressure...
Elizabeth can also help with: Meal prep, personal care, errands, light cleaning, home modification, companionship & more
Skills:

Wound Care

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

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Renee Z.


Valparaiso, IN

$13-25/hr3 yrs exp

1.5

(3)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am available for full-time or part-time caregiver. I am a resident of Valparaiso. Some facts about myself: CPR/first-aid knowledgeable, current card, excellent driving record and insurance. I consider myself to be a punctual, honest, and reliable person. My hours are flexible to accommodate your needs. My past work...
Renee can also help with: Visiting physician, light cleaning, errands, transportation, personal care, meal prep & more
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Sabir A.


Valparaiso, IN

$23/hr5 yrs exp

I'm A Seeking A Full Time Position. I Am Likely To Go Back To Online Schooling In November Of 2023.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm excited about the opportunity you have listed. I am an empathetic, honest, and positive person who finds joy in both outdoor activities like sports and exploring nature, as well as indoor activities such as crafts and watching movies. I genuinely enjoy spending time with kids and love encouraging them to express their...
Sabir can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as out-going, caring, trustworthy I'm looking for a job that gives me an opportunity to understand children more as I would like to become a Pediatric Radiologist Technician! I started working with kids when I was a child myself! I have 5 siblings and helped my parents out a lot. I worked at Lurie...
Aaliyah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

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Marianne S.


La Porte, IN

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Personal Assistant Looking For Part-time Work

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My interest in helping people started with my grandparents. Over the years I've helped many people. The care I have given would be what you would expect and more. I have received my families mostly through word of mouth and have appreciated them all. Always happy when there's a good fit.
Marianne can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:

CPR

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Marianne was a blessing to my Mom and to our family during my Mom's last year of life. She was caring, reliable, thoughtful, supportive, conscientious and diligent."

Ted W.

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Audrianna A.


Gary, IN

$24-35/hr5 yrs exp

Certified Personal Care Assistant

Hello, My Name is Audrianna and I'm certified Patient Care Assistant I have 8 wonderful years of experience with working with disabled senior adults, and children with disabilities that limits their ability to do every day task . I take pride in what I do and have genuine compassion for all of my clients ! I'm experienced in...
Audrianna can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, errands, dementia, light cleaning, personal care & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

CPR

5.0
"Audrianna is very patient. She has no accent which is very important for my hard of hearing mother. She is cheerful and got mom to do her exercises in a happy mood. She was patient with my mom doing the same puzzles over and over and worked well with her doing...

philip G.

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Valentina C.


La Porte, IN

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I am a nursing certified nursing assistant (CNA), 19yrs exp. My role is to provide basic care to patients, as well as assist them in daily activities they might have trouble with on their own, such as bathing. I am compassionate and enjoy helping others. I worked in private homes in private homes to help patients with daily...
Valentina can also help with: Dementia, errands, companionship, live-in home care, hospice services, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Valentina goes above and beyond the call of duty for her patient and family. She is very caring and compassionate. She takes initiative. I would recommend her to anyone!!!"

Care member

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Sheila P.


Merrillville, IN

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Home Health Aide Available Full-Time

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, mobility assistance, errands, dementia, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:

Wound Care

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Sheila was great with my aunt. She was very knowledgeable and timely. If I needed her to come in or switch her schedule she would. She truly cares about the people she cares for. Thanks again Sheila!"

Tenisha S.

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Francine S.


Valparaiso, IN

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Francine Bio

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as Caring, loving and sympathetic I like caring for seniors because it make me feel as if I've accomplished what I was supposed to do. I'm looking for a job that I can assist someone in need. I started caring for seniors when I moved to Houston Texas in 1996, I love and enjoy what I do! In my...
Francine can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, live-in home care, errands, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

CPR

5.0
"Francine, was the perfect hire for my Mom. She was very caring and showed great concern for my Mom's needs. It put my mind at ease, to have someone that knows what's needed."

Lori C.

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Katie H.


Hobart, IN

$25/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello there! My name is Katie and I am a flight attendant for a major U. S. airline. Before I began flying, I personal assisted for a family and a few individuals which included running all sorts of errands. Shopping, returns, to the post office, the grocery store. I really enjoy doing this sort of busy work and like to be on...
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Tiffany P.


Valparaiso, IN

$14-19/hr

I Am Reliable Caring And Loving Person

Mom of 4, 2 with special needs. Over 15 years of experience with autism. I have one that is high function and another is low function. Available during the day time to assist other families with similar life challenges
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April C.


Merrillville, IN

$8-50/hr3 yrs exp

I Am A Certified Home Health Care Provider Who Enjoys Assisting With Seniors Needs .

I'd describe my personality bubbly kind and happy I like caring for seniors because I care for my parents and my son who has a disability and I like caring for others whom can't do for themselves or may be limited. Or just need a little love and companionship or some assistance. I'm looking for a job that is stable income I...
April can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, transportation, companionship, errands
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Christie B.


Valparaiso, IN

$14-19/hr4 yrs exp

DSP

I have worked as a DSP caring for and helping with ADL's. Med certification have held CPI certification I also have CPR and first aid Certification. Have provided personal care and Job assistance and training
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Sydney P.


Valparaiso, IN

$15-23/hr2 yrs exp

23 Year Old With Experience In Assisting A Household

I'd describe my personality as responsible, detail oriented, and approachable. I like working with kids because they look at the world with genuine curiosity and I think when you become an adult, sometimes you forget to appreciate and notice the little things. I like to foster their creativity by encouraging them to try new...
Skills:

CPR

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Recent personal assistant reviews in Chesterton, IN

Marianne S.

5.0

Marianne was always on time, very rarely took a day off, and was trustworthy. I never worried about her taking my mom places or staying at home with her. She would always try to keep my mom active. I would recommend Marianne.

- Lori B.

Audrianna A.

5.0

Audrianna is very patient. She has no accent which is very important for my hard of hearing mother. She is cheerful and got mom to do her exercises in a happy mood. She was patient with my mom doing the same puzzles over and over and worked well with her doing children's math.

- philip G.

Valentina C.

5.0

Valentina goes above and beyond the call of duty for her patient and family. She is very caring and compassionate. She takes initiative. I would recommend her to anyone!!!

- Care member

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.

Francine S.

5.0

Francine has a great work ethic,she took care of my dad and she was unbelievable, I would recommend her

- Care member

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