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60 personal assistants are listed in Columbia, SC
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby personal assistants is 7 years
Personal assistants in Columbia, SC
5.0
(28)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi MY Name Is Lotoya I've Been Working With Children. Through Out My Whole 15 Year's Of My Working Career. This Is Something I Have Alway's Been Passionate About. From Minor To Severe Disabilitie's. I Work With Richland One School District As A Teacher Assistant. With Special Need Kid's For The Last 9 Years I Treat These Kid's...
5.0
"She has an open, friendly, loving approach in her care giving ..my daughter was smiling and not wanting to come home after an afternoon spent with Latoya ..I am relieved to have found her ..I can get some much needed respite without worrying .."
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! Thank you kindly for visiting my profile! I've been a personal assistant, babysitter & dog sitter for well over 12 years. I love the bonds that I form with the kids & families. I also speak Russian and English.
I do work full time remotely for a medical office. Please advise that if being asked to watch your kids during the...
Evelyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Evelyn was a true gem in our household for the two years she worked with us. We were fortunate to have her care for our two boys, aged two and five. It's safe to say they were both absolutely smitten with Miss Evelyn, and her departure due to personal reasons left...
Christina B.
4.9
(7)
I Provide excellent patient support and care to patients and families. I've Assist with meal planning to meet nutritional plans. Worked in Assist Living Facilities as well as in Home Care which I Monitored vital signs and distribute medication use, documenting variance and concerning responses. Help patients with personal needs...
Judy can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, personal care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
CPR
5.0
"What would be helpful for families to know is that people are out there that are to help."
Schawnee G.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have over 12 yrs of experience from assisting with personal hygiene, meal prep, errand and shopping, respite care for family caregivers, light housekeeping, 24 hr live in, quality of life activities, weekly bath visits, grocery drop off, all around social companionship
Malia can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, respite care, home modification, personal care, visiting physician & more
5.0
"Malia is one of the most loyal, compassionate, caring people our family has ever known. We felt very blessed to have Malia care for Mom. Malia went above and beyond to take excellent care of Mom. Mom loved Malia and enjoyed and looked forward to the time they spent...
Linda A.
Jennifer S.
Columbia, SC
$17/hr • 7 yrs exp
Caregiver, Companion & PCA Available Full Time For Light Housekeeping, ADL's, Meal Prep And More.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Experience includes but not limited to: ADL's, medication administration, feeding tube, trac care, mobility, meal prep, light housekeeping and incontinence. Experience with ALS, bed bound, non verbal, special needs and traumatic brain injury. I am very comfortable with a variety of circumstances. It is an honor to be entrusted...
Jennifer can also help with: Personal care, dementia, hospice services, respite care
5.0
"Jennifer treats everyone as if they were her family she goes above and beyond my sister lives her. She has patience and is loving and caring."
Tina L.
Christianna T.
Columbia, SC
$15-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
As long as I can remember I have always loved playing with and caring for children. My first babysitting job when I was 7, I love watching children explore and discover the world around them. I am a fan of outdoor play, as well as indoor crafts and games. It's an immense privilege to be able to care for and raise children, a job...
Christianna can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Christianna is second to none. We have been blessed to have her as our sitter for a little over a year and she is simply outstanding. My son absolutely loves her. She goes on adventures with him, and brings games, and takes care of him when he isn't feeling well....
Rhonda J.
I'd describe my personality as lighthearted, responsible, adaptable.
I like caring for seniors because they are full of stories and information they want to share. They look forward to having someone around to assist them and talk to since many aren't able to do the things they previously did. I get along great with seniors....
Leah can also help with: Mobility assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, respite care
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Hello, my name is Sam and I would like to express my strong interest in working with you and your family.
The following are key elements in which I possess: extensive experience caring for multiple children, experienced in caring for special needs children and adults, experienced Substitute Teacher, effective people skills,...
Samantha can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
I spent the last three years working as a personal care, assistant for adults with mental disabilities. By doing so I have learned my patience is unparalleled and my willingness to help someone in need is very prominent.
Calista can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, transportation, errands, meal prep
Latasha S.
Columbia, SC
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Have Been A Certified Nursing Assistant For Eleven Years.
I'm able to perform daily chores and assist with dressing and personal needs of each client. I have over 14 years caring for the elderly. I love helping others. I have worked in a nursing home for 12 years and have been in the hospital setting field for the last 3 years.
Skills:
CNA
Catherine J.
Columbia, SC
$8-13/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi! I have experience as a personal assistant, driver and babysitting. I am very flexible and go with the flow and am open to doing any tasks to help out!
Catherine can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, transportation
Catherine J.
Columbia, SC
$14/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hi! I am currently a junior in college and am looking to nanny, pet sit or be a personal assistant. I have experience in all and have been babysitting for over 7 years.
Catherine can also help with: Changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, carpet cleaning, general room cleaning, organization & more
Hello, my name is Jennifer and I have been working as a companion, doing elderly care, personal assistant positions, running errands, meal prepping, managing households and so much more for over 10 years.
Jennifer can also help with: General room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, organization, changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, window washing & more
Hello, my name is Jennifer and I have been working as a companion, doing elderly care, personal assistant positions, running errands, meal prepping, managing households and so much more for over 10 years. It all started with my grandparents when they were diagnosed with dementia. I started taking care of them and that is where I...
Jennifer can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, errands, live-in home care, transportation & more
Jayme B.
Columbia, SC
$10-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
My name is Jayme and I am 28 years old. I m currently enrolled in school to become a counselor one day and that is why I would love to do odds and end jobs to assist anyone in making their day easier. Whether it's shopping, cleaning, planning, animal care, or even something different, I can handle it all! Ive grown up in a large...
Catherine J.
Columbia, SC
$13-18/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hi! I have 7 years of experience and have babysat for kids of all ages! I love kids and used to babysit for a family of 6 for years! I have other experience as well and have also been a personal assistant so I can do other tasks if needed. I also was CPR certified in high school however it expires after 2 years.
Catherine can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Hello, my name is Jennifer and I have been working as a companion, doing elderly care, personal assistant positions, running errands, meal prepping, managing households and so much more for over 10 years. It all started with my grandparents when they were diagnosed with dementia. I started taking care of them and that is where I...
I am a Non-medical, health care assistant that will assist and help, individuals with all standard activities of daily living like meal planning, meal preparation, and some daily task. I will be hand selected to match your needs, personality, and lifestyle.
Antonio can also help with: Errands, meal prep
Brooke A.
Columbia, SC
$8-13/hr • 3 yrs exp
Compassionate caregiver with over six years of experience providing exceptional care to the elderly and disabled. Skilled in assisting with daily living activities, including medication administration, meal preparation and personal care. Passionate about improving patient well-being and independence.
Brooke can also help with: Transportation, errands, meal prep
I have been assisting mentally disabled and the elderly for over 10 years now. I'm a people person so I enjoy being able to help others. Ive worked in home settings with a well know company and also in an assisted living atmosphere. I'm qualified to look after your loved ones with care.
Angela can also help with: Dementia, personal care
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Recent personal assistant reviews in Columbia, SC
Lotoya J.
5.0
My daughter loved spending time with her.
- Loni H.
Evelyn A.
5.0
Evelyn was very sweet to my baby. She kept me updated regularly and I appreciated that. We would hire her again!
- Adeline B.
Judy W.
4.0
Judy is a very hardworking person. She came into me and family life when we were dealing with death in the family and I needed her help with my 3 babies. My husband was always gone due to serving in the military and I had just lost my mother to cancer. She played a big part in helping me care for...
- LaToya W.
Malia U.
5.0
Malia has been caring for my father, and she is dependable, and someone we have come to respect. She is someone I recommend, and she represents Care.com well.
- Sylvia C.
Jennifer S.
5.0
Jennifer treats everyone as if they were her family she goes above and beyond my sister lives her. She has patience and is loving and caring.
- Tina L.
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FAQs for finding personal assistants in Columbia
In 2025, how much does it cost to hire a personal assistant in Columbia, SC?
The average rate for hiring a personal assistant in Columbia, SC on Care.com as of April, 2025 is $16.69 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 Columbia?
Care.com has 39 personal assistants in Columbia, SC. 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 Columbia 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 Columbia?
Most personal assistants in Columbia, SC 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 Columbia. Additionally, some personal assistants are okay with performing pet care or even light housekeeping duties, but these duties are less common.
Ratings for Columbia, SC personal assistants listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.4 / 5
Personal Assistants in Columbia, SC are rated 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 51 reviews of the 60 listed personal assistants.