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Need groceries? Plants watered? Mail picked up?
Have car and can go where you need me!
Can also offer culinary services if needed as well as many other errands. I have good attention to detail and consider myself an honorable person.
I'd describe my personality as caring , compassionate , giving .
I like caring for seniors because I've always worked with them starting from when I watched my husbands grandparents and then getting a job on skilled nursing unit at west Jefferson hospital . I find them most amusing and interesting to talk to !
I'm looking for...
Kerry can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, respite care
Oreiana L.
Gretna, LA
$8-12/hr • 1 yrs exp
Over five year's progressively responsible experience in personal care and housekeeping field.
Highly skilled in grooming, toileting, bathing, dressing and transferring elderly clients.
Well-versed in assisting residents and clients with all kinds of activities of daily living.
Ability to record and report changes in resident's...
I"m Senior Caregiver assistance and emotional support in their home. My role consist social stimulation, administering treatment, and assisting with everyday tasks such as personal hygiene, meals and light housekeeping.
Senior comfort and safety environment to prevent accident.
transport senior via wheelchair to and from...
Gabriela can also help with: Dementia, visiting physician, live-in home care, personal care
Gabriela N.
Gretna, LA
$15-21/hr • 1 yrs exp
Caring and enthusiastic babysitter with few years of experience in childcare. Patient, adaptable and comfortable with children.
Maintained a safe playing environment
Dressed children and changed diapers
Observed and monitor children's play activities
Communicated with children's parents or guardians about daily activities,...
Gabriela can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Gilder D.
Metairie, LA
$27/hr • 10 yrs exp
Personal Care Assistant Available Full-time Can Travel, Household Cleaning, Can Administration Med
5.0
(7)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am 56years old. I have worked as a personal care giver, and assistance for the last 16+ yrs. I truly love what I do. I have worked for several well-known doctors in the New Orleans area caring for their loved ones also I have experience in Feeding Tube, Dementia, Cerebral Palsy, Artisum Strokes, Paralyzed, Hip Replacement,...
5.0
"Gilder is an incredibly kind, diligent and knowledgeable caregiver. She has been taking care of my mother for almost a year and I have seen her working with her in a most compassionate, caring and considerate way. I HIGHLY recommend her!!"
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Right now I am giving care in home to a stroke patient who is unable to feed, bathe or really do anything without assistance. I work at night so that means I help him into a tub, bathe and wash his hair as needed. I make sure he is fed and that he gets his medication I. e insulin injections and oral. Give breathing treatments...
Laura can also help with: Personal care, specialized care, mobility assistance, transportation, companionship, respite care & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"Laura is cheerful and ready to take on any task.
She is dependable, willing to work hard, and is always on top of each task.
She finds solutions to problems and is a great member of our team. We can always count on Laura."
Ann R.
4.5
(17)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
as a senior care provider I have been working in the field for over 16yrs. I have a strong passion for helping others as I can remember growing up I would help the seniors in our neighborhood it has become a love for me to see and inspire the sick, I come with lots of experience as well as great reference. if its a plus I have...
Gilder can also help with: Personal care, home modification, respite care, dementia, visiting nurse, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Gilder supported our family in the event of a last minute emergency when our regular sitter had to cancel. She was extremely professional and even referred someone else in her network to support us as well. She is a great communicator, very friendly and efficient...
Angela K.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an organized, mature individual looking to become a personal assistant, to assist with daily errands, task, etc. Please contact me for more information.
I have over 20 years of experience as a caregiver. I have my own transportation and can assist with errands/ grocery shopping. I'm also CPR certified. I'm experienced with bathing and showers. Also experienced with clients who suffer with Dementia/Alzheimer's.
Knowledgeable about patients taking medication and vitamins. I'm also...
Have been a caretaker for 5 years. Have also been a personal assistant for some families and a house manager for others.
Isabella can also help with: General room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, organization, bathroom cleaning
Jaime H.
New Orleans, LA
$15/hr • 4 yrs exp
I was a house manager for four years as well as a personal assistant. I pretty much did a little bit of everything under the sun!
Athena M.
New Orleans, LA
$15-17/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello! I'm an outgoing, friendly, and responsible person. My childcare experience includes 9 years of babysitting, working at a toy shop where I hosted children's birthday parties, and tutoring students in Algebra 1 and English 1. I believe kids should explore and use their imagination for as long as possible! I have also worked...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Occupational Therapist for 20 years with experience in long-term care and geriatrics. I have worked as a care manager/caregiver for the past 5 years for a family that was very dear to me. I handled all of his appointments, errands, grocery orders, medical appointments, medications and I managed 5-8 caregivers at a time. I just...
Waldina A.
Metairie, LA
$30-49/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a Certified Nursing Assistant with over 12 years of experience in both home health and hospice care also as a personal assistant
Caring for others is something that has always come naturally to me and working with seniors is especially rewarding . I like going to work knowing that I can positively impact someone's day.
I'd...
Waldina can also help with: Meal prep, mobility assistance, hospice services, companionship, dementia
Skills:
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Krista G.
New Orleans, LA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced LSU Student- Looking For Part Time Care giving
Hello! My name is Krista. I will be finishing my final class as an undergrad at LSU online this summer and am excited to be returning to my hometown of New Orleans :) I studied English and Political Science at LSU and I hope to take the LSAT in the fall. I love kids and have worked with children of all ages since the time I was...
Krista can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Demia R.
Marrero, LA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'm A Certified Nursing Assistant With Years Of Experience And I'm Also A Hands On Person.
I'd describe my personality as caring, motivated down to earth.
I like caring for people because I like to help people and I like the feeling of knowing that I made a difference in someone life at the end of the day that puts a smile on my face.
I got certified for nursing assistant in 2011 and ever since then that's the...
Demia can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, live-in home care, light cleaning, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
CPR
I've previously worked as a personal assistant for several clients. Errands are my forte! I will happily carry out any errands to make your day easier. I have experience in shopping (clothing, groceries, etc), managing property renovations, administrative tasks, and much more! I'm competent and quick to learn, if you have an...
Hi my name is Jewel I've been a certified nursing assistance for over 10 years. I have work in many different areas of health care primarily patient care. My back ground includes home health care, Nursing homes, Hospital and Assisted living . I would love the opportunity to meet with you and your family to see if I'm the right...
Jewel can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care, companionship, specialized care, mobility assistance
Skills:
CNA
Rickina L.
New Orleans, LA
$22-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello there! I am a previous personal care assistant and have worked in facilities and in homes. I have worked with assisted living residents and dementia patients. I can also provide medication management and other administrative tasks. I also used to be the activity manager at an assisted living facility and always loved...
Rickina can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep
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Recent personal assistant reviews in Gretna, LA
Gilder D.
5.0
A very no-nonsense, professional caregiver who likes to keep busy. She gives excellent care. If you're not satisfied with Gilder, then you won't like anybody else!
- Care member
Laura H.
5.0
Laura is cheerful and ready to take on any task.
She is dependable, willing to work hard, and is always on top of each task.
She finds solutions to problems and is a great member of our team. We can always count on Laura.
- Ann R.
Gilder D.
5.0
Gilder supported our family in the event of a last minute emergency when our regular sitter had to cancel. She was extremely professional and even referred someone else in her network to support us as well. She is a great communicator, very friendly and efficient and we would love to work with her...
- Angela K.
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FAQs for finding personal assistants in Gretna
In 2025, how much does it cost to hire a personal assistant in Gretna, LA?
The average rate for hiring a personal assistant in Gretna, LA on Care.com as of March, 2025 is $14.60 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 Gretna?
Care.com has 5 personal assistants in Gretna, LA. 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 Gretna 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 Gretna?
Most personal assistants in Gretna, LA 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 Gretna. Additionally, some personal assistants are okay with performing pet care or even light housekeeping duties, but these duties are less common.