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65 personal assistants are listed in Durham, NC
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby personal assistants is 6 years
Personal assistants in Durham, NC
Alexis H.
Durham, NC
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Best Buds (Specializing In Child Care And Personal Assistant Duties)
5.0
(18)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Alexis and I am a Cum Laude graduate of Meredith College. I studied Fashion Merchandising & Business Admin (focus in HR). Currently I work as a Real Estate Agent and PT assisting individuals and families with childcare & household duties.
I am a very dependable, dedicated, fun, loving, & people person! I enjoy...
Alexis can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Alexis is prompt, personable and professional. I was amazed at how comfortable my children were with her after meeting her for the first time. We came home to a very peaceful and orderly home after leaving our children and dog in her care. I highly recommend...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
Thank you for your interest in my services.
Combined, I hold about 5+ years of experience providing housekeeping/organizational services to the families that I provide childcare and/or personal assistance services for as well as just families locally who need an occasional housekeeper. I have experience cleaning and...
Alexis can also help with: Changing bed linens, cabinet cleaning, basement cleaning, attic cleaning, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning & more
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) with over 20 years of experience working with the elderly. I have experience working with adults battling Dementia/Alzheimer, Parkinson, Stroke, Cancer, Diabetes, Heart Failure, Organ Transplant, Back Surgery, or just need Companionship. I am a compassionate, caring, kind, loving and...
Mary can also help with: Home modification, hospice services, live-in home care, dementia, respite care, personal care & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Mary was a lifesaver to our family for many years during my sister's lengthy illness which included in home care and some weeks in the hospital. She is dedicated to the her patient's total care, including tasks of daily living, overseeing medications and other CNA...
Catherine T.
Erin K.
Durham, NC
$3-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Bilingual Social Worker Offering Pregnancy & Parent Support, Baby Care & Household Management!
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Social worker & mom! Offering family-assistant/parent companion, infant/baby caregiving, research/admin related to pregnancy, family life & parenthood, personal chef services (vegetarian, can do-GF/dairy free), pregnancy & post-birth parent companionship, household management: light tidying & errands. Experience with special...
Erin can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We hired Erin a few months before we had our first child, and it was best decision we made as we prepared to grow our family. If I had to choose three words to describe Erin, it would be empathetic, dedicated, and thoughtful. She helped us mentally, emotionally,...
Hannah A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
A home health aid professional with over 20 years of working experience with elderly population. Kind, Caring, and Passionate, I strive to provide quality care for my patients as I would with my loved ones. I am able to: Provide health care services in patients residences Perform domestic and household tasks Transport and...
Veronica can also help with: Personal care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Patient, personable and engaged. Veronica was/is a great caregiver for my family member.
She also maintained great lines of communication."
Johnetta T.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a compassionate professional with several years experience working with children diagnosed with mental and physical disabilities. The age groups I have provided services are from infancy to college level. I have worked diligently for over 20 years providing, instruction, medication, therapeutic activities and vocational...
5.0
"Very responsive and professional!"
Terry W.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi and thank you for taking the time to read my profile. I am a very caring and compassionate person. It was very easy when I decided that Nursing would be my major. While in school, I worked part time as an in-home senior caregiver. Through my clinical rotations, I found the patients were getting their medical needs met, but...
Marcy can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, errands, mobility assistance, companionship & more
5.0
"Marcy is just a wonderful person. You couldn't instruct anyone on how to care for another human being the way Marcy took care of my mom during the year or so she was with us. She's patient, has a good sense of humor but also knows that engagement is vital for...
Scott M.
Tamara Z.
Durham, NC
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I received my nursing degree in 2004 and my license has remained current in the state of NC, to have a current license you must have a clean background check. When given my information you will be able to
view my licensure online. First and foremost I have the compassion which is needed to provide the best care for any...
5.0
(1)
Hello parents!
As an experienced and nurturing infant nanny, I offer dedicated care for your little one during both daytime and nighttime hours. With a deep understanding of the unique needs of infants, I provide gentle, attentive, and personalized care to ensure their well-being and development.
With over 18 years of...
Mary can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Mary continues to be an extraordinary caregiver for my son, A. From the moment he entered this world, Mary has been an integral part of his life, providing exceptional care and nurturing for the past five years.
Initially, Mary entered A's life during one of...
Emily S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
A clean living-space is more important than ever these days. I provide a thorough, high-quality clean, and stay mindful of preserving integrity of materials used in home areas such as flooring, kitchen, bath, furnishings and more.
My home-upkeep approach blends tradition with recent methods and uses effective yet...
Patricia can also help with: Refrigerator cleaning, kitchen cleaning, dusting, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning & more
5.0
"Amazing help caring for our home. She works independently to identify cleaning jobs around the home and leaves each room spotless. Helped to cook for our family and left us amazing and comforting meals. Great product recommendations for solutions safe for our baby...
Alex B.
Marzeter M.
Durham, NC
$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Caring, Organized, Committed Professional Available To Support The Care Of Your Love One.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a loving detail oriented compassionate professional with experience providing care for family and friends. I have provided care for mom diagnosed with stage 3 lung cancer, uncle diagnosed with dementia and family friend diagnosed with diabetes, high blood pressure, MS and arthritis. I am skilled in managing and...
Marzeter can also help with: Live-in home care, meal prep, hospice services, errands, light cleaning, dementia & more
5.0
"Marzeter, also called Marcy, is a Christian lady who practices her Faith with kindness, gentleness, and loving manner. Has integrity in all her actions. Her qualifications and credentials are of highest form. Along with an A++ background check. I highly recommend...
Mary F.
Erin K.
Durham, NC
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Personal Assistant, House Organizer, House Sitter, Errand Runner!
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Erin and I am organized, efficient, and a natural "planner." I am happy to help you with your grocery shopping, food prep., other kinds of shopping, post office runs, house sitting while you're out of town, and other organization activities! I'm trained as a social worker, but have been full time parenting for 4 years...
Keisha N.
Durham, NC
$14-19/hr • 10 yrs exp
Highly Responsible, Mature 3 In 1 Sitter (Tutor/Sitter/Personal Assistant)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I am a Jamaican teacher who is currently seeking a part time job as an in home tutor/caregiver for your child. All age groups are welcome, however, it is my preference to work with children ages 9 - 12 or Grade Levels 3rd to 8th. I have been a teacher for over 20 years and I am skilled in exam preparation especially in the...
Keisha can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Hi my name is Yaquelin! I have worked for an agency called the key which allowed me to be apart of the most wonderful families ever. I am a very loving person, and pay close attention to detail. I love working with the elderly I become to see them as my family and give them the care I would give one of my family member's. I love...
Yaquelin can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, transportation, errands, light cleaning
Experienced Professional available to serve as a personal/home assistant (part-time). Certified educator, graduate degree, CPR/First Aid certified.
Tai can also help with: Organization, kitchen cleaning
Have 20plus years of experience. Focused on patients personal care, safety and physical health.
Agatha can also help with: Respite care, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, live-in home care, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
CPR
My name is Naomi I have 8 years experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Personal Care, ADL'S medication aid I'm a team player and I love helping elderly and the younger generation.
Naomi can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
I'm a likable person who looks out for others before myself. I've been around nursing homes since I can remember, my mom's a LPN so I guess you can say nursing is in my blood.
Nikki can also help with: Companionship, live-in home care, errands, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Nikki D. is a great dependable worker and she takes her assignments seriously. She believes in doing her best for all her patients . She will work until she is sure that she has done everything she can possibly do for her patients."
Dianna D.
I have several years of experience providing care for a variety of personal pets (dogs, cats, guinea pigs, ferrets, rabbits, fish) as well as experience in serving as a petsitter for these types of animals and more. Able to provide services including feeding, medicine, exercise, socialization, and cleaning.
Tim can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
I am a middle aged mother of three older kids and I live with my mother, one teenager, and a senior cat.
I have work experience as a senior companion and elder caregiver, I have personal experience with teenagers, adults, seniors, dementia, Alzheimer's Disease, autistic individuals, and those who are intellectually and/or...
Michelle can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, transportation, meal prep, errands
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Recent personal assistant reviews in Durham, NC
Alexis H.
5.0
Alexis is prompt, personable and professional. I was amazed at how comfortable my children were with her after meeting her for the first time. We came home to a very peaceful and orderly home after leaving our children and dog in her care. I highly recommend Alexis.
- Care member
Mary G.
5.0
Mary was exceptional. She was supportive, encouraging, reliable and extremely wonderful taking care of my mother. My mother is still talking about how great it was having Mary around to take her to all of her appointments, help her get dressed and run errands. She was a wonderful companion, a...
- Dominique K.
Erin K.
5.0
We hired Erin a few months before we had our first child, and it was best decision we made as we prepared to grow our family. If I had to choose three words to describe Erin, it would be empathetic, dedicated, and thoughtful. She helped us mentally, emotionally, and physically prepare for our...
- Hannah A.
Veronica S.
5.0
Patient, personable and engaged. Veronica was/is a great caregiver for my family member.
She also maintained great lines of communication.
- Johnetta T.
Marzeter M.
5.0
Very responsive and professional!
- Terry W.
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FAQs for finding personal assistants in Durham
In 2025, how much does it cost to hire a personal assistant in Durham, NC?
The average rate for hiring a personal assistant in Durham, NC on Care.com as of March, 2025 is $19.57 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 Durham?
Care.com has 65 personal assistants in Durham, NC. 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 Durham 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 Durham?
Most personal assistants in Durham, NC 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 Durham. Additionally, some personal assistants are okay with performing pet care or even light housekeeping duties, but these duties are less common.
Ratings for Durham, NC personal assistants listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Personal Assistants in Durham, NC are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 52 reviews of the 65 listed personal assistants.