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48 personal assistants are listed in Gainesville, FL
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of December 2024
The average experience for nearby personal assistants is 5 years
Personal assistants in Gainesville, FL
4.9
(12)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Andrea. I am a Professional and Compassionate caregiver with 10+ years of experience providing exceptional care to my clients.
I am highly experienced caregiver with extensive insight into providing one-on-one personalized care to my clients. Exceptionally talented in assisting patients with ambulation and...
Andrea can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, personal care, light cleaning, errands
5.0
"Andrea is very dependable, she has been taking care of my mom for about a month now and she is very caring. I would definitely recommend her. She helps with preparing her food and handling her laundry etc."
Care member
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: Dementia, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, respite care, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
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...
Danielle W.
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: Hospice services, meal prep, errands, dementia, light cleaning, companionship & more
5.0
"I have seen Lori caring for my mother for quite a long time; bathing, cooking, doctor appts etc. Always in good spirits no matter what. Very intelligent with meds and healthy foods. "
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: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Mary shows great compassion and cares deeply with those that she works with. She goes above and beyond for other's needs before her own."
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: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Great! Polite, responsible, dependable. "
Lindsay S.
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: Personal care, home modification, dementia, visiting physician
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.
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a go getter person who would love to help you get things organized, get chores done, do personal projects, or watch the kiddies and the furry friends.
I am a highly organized individual currently pursuing my post-bacc in Pediatric Speech Pathology. I have a degree from the University of North Carolina at Wilmington in Theatre, class of 2015. I am a nonsmoker and a licensed driver, comfortable with pets and children of all ages. The majority of my related experience is as a...
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.
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: Hospice services, light cleaning, errands, live-in home care, respite care
Skills:
CNA
I am a recently retired university librarian with over five years of experience providing support to seniors. This includes in-home, in hospital settings, and hospice care. I genuinely care about the well-being of those that I care for, and enjoy getting to know them, and providing companionship and daily living support. I am...
Wendy can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, home modification, hospice services & more
Skills:
CPR
Erica P.
Gainesville, FL
< $10/hr • 20 yrs exp
20 Years-Fun, Musical, Creative , Knowledgeable, Safety Awareness
I have 20+ years of nursing experience in healthcare clinical setting patient care in both hospitals in ICU/Surgery, & HomeHealth Care-Skilled side as well as Private Care-Earned Master's Degree and went into nursing educator, HR, Nurse Manager and other Leadership & Supervisory roles in nursing/ Administration, Quality...
Erica can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Alexander G.
Gainesville, FL
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have 10+ years of experience. I can help with ADL'S, assist with meds, Bathing, Meals, Light housekeeping Transferring and Transportation to doctors appt or personal errands.
Alexander can also help with: Personal care, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, errands
Skills:
CNA
Victoria P.
Gainesville, FL
$15-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
- In graduate school looking for part time caregiving work!
- Experienced in providing holistic care for seniors across various levels of independence and disease status.
- Extensive experience in assisting individuals with disabilities, including children with autism and non-verbal Cerebral Palsy.
- Skilled in medication...
Victoria can also help with: Meal prep, errands, dementia, mobility assistance, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
I am a working in a childcare facility for the County Public Schools from 1988 in the YMCA and then into the schools. I have worked in after school care, classroom assistance, recreation leader and personal nanny/babysitting jobs over the years. My services also include house maintenance.
Lurline can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling
Shamony H.
Gainesville, FL
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
My name is Shamony I am a very loving person, I love to go the extra mile to take care of your love ones but I also have my CPR and BLS. Another loving Tip I am a CNA ( Certified nursing assistant)
Shamony can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, errands, meal prep, respite care, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
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: Meal prep, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, errands & more
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.
Crystal C.
Gainesville, FL
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi my name is Crystal & I'm 22 years old. I'm great with kids & willing to help a family for their loved one. Im also CPR certified as well as in phlebotomy, medical assistant & nursing assistant . I'm energetic bubbly & very outgoing. The kids will have a great time lol. Im a very reliable & trustworthy person . I also have...
Crystal can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
CNA
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Recent personal assistant reviews in Gainesville, FL
Andrea S.
5.0
Andrea is very dependable, she has been taking care of my mom for about a month now and she is very caring. I would definitely recommend her. She helps with preparing her food and handling her laundry etc.
- Care member
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
Jewel C.
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.
5.0
Mary truly cares for her clients. She goes above and beyond and is a great communicator with the family
- Stephanie L.
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FAQs for finding personal assistants in Gainesville
In 2024, how much does it cost to hire a personal assistant in Gainesville, FL?
The average rate for hiring a personal assistant in Gainesville, FL on Care.com as of December, 2024 is $16.83 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 Gainesville?
Care.com has 35 personal assistants in Gainesville, 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 Gainesville 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 Gainesville?
Most personal assistants in Gainesville, 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 Gainesville. Additionally, some personal assistants are okay with performing pet care or even light housekeeping duties, but these duties are less common.
Ratings for Gainesville, FL personal assistants listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Personal Assistants in Gainesville, FL are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 40 reviews of the 48 listed personal assistants.