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Personal assistants in Harwood, MD

Larissa W.


District Heights, MD

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Personal Care Aide / Direct Support Professional

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Larissa. I provide emotional support, caregiver assistance, and companionship to help clients independently in their home environments. Assist with various needs such as cleaning, bathing, showering, dressing, and other ADL's. Assist with everyday needs, which include shopping, light housekeeping, companionship, and...
Larissa can also help with: Light cleaning, mobility assistance, meal prep, companionship, dementia, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"Larissa has been working with my senior father for a couple of months. She is always in a good mood, punctual, easy going, and willing to help my dad however she can. She has been doing light cleaning, serving him meals, and making sure he has everything he needs...

Debbie C.

Tracy M.


Laurel, MD

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny, Babysitter, Child Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with children in a private setting as well as a group environment. I worked as a nanny many years and worked with elderly, as well. I would love the chance to be your nanny. I've also been a pet sitter as well and a personal assistant. Thank you for your consideration. :)
Tracy can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"10/10 definitely recommend! Tracy was hired to watch my daughters while out on vacation. She was honest, dependable and responsible. My kids were well taken cared of and most importantly safe. She was very communicative with updates on their daily activities and...

Trisha G.

Amanda S.


Millersville, MD

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

Personal Care Attendant Looking For Full Time Work

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have helped families in their own homes cleaning and grocery shopping for them as well and tending to their every need. I love helping those who are not able to do much for themselves and showing them the love and support. I am certainly working with a man who is 79 that has had a stroke and congested heart failure as well as...
Amanda can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, visiting physician, dementia, home modification
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Very caring and lovable got my mom walking and smiling again.. Amanda has brought my mothers self confidence back.. We love her and strongly recommend her services.. It was never about the pay with this wonderful lady it was more the satisfaction and she poured her...

Joaquin P.

Keri L.


Laurel, MD

$40/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistance-Dementia Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Covid-Vaccinated Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant with active State of Maryland license since 2014 Certified dementia practitioner with 8 years experience. I am patient, observant, on-time, and a very happy person who loves to make sure that others are happy and comfortable. I have worked in skilled nursing facilities...
Keri can also help with: Respite care, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, errands, companionship & more
Skills:

CNA

Licensed Nurse

CPR

5.0
"Keri was amazing! She works hard to understand her patients - what makes them happy or frustrates them. She communicates often with the family about their loved one and brings a wealth of expertise. Keri cared for my dad and he absolutely looked forward to her...

Frenita B.

Cindy M.


Greenbelt, MD

$20-30/hr8 yrs exp

Part-time Tutor/Caregiver/Child Development Specialist

I am a holistic and person-centered professional who seeks an engaging position as a babysitter/nanny in which I can provide support to all clients and families, foster an environment conducive to children's well-being, utilize my acquired child development skills, and grow as a buisness owner. I have relevant experience working...
Cindy can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

CNA

Jayleen R.


College Park, MD

$25-30/hr4 yrs exp

Foreign Language Scholar And Teacher/Private Tutor

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am currently studying Arabic (UMD in College Park) and am working as a Spanish teacher in a Montessori school. My remaining availability are Wednesday afternoons from 6:45-9:45 p.m. or Saturday/Sundays from 1PM-9 p.m. *Weekends are negotiable* A little bit of my history, I am from Massachusetts but recently moved down here...
5.0
"Jayleen has been tutoring my daughter in both Math and French consistently since August 2021 2x a week. She is punctual and provides great feedback and makes the lessons fun for her. My daughter's grades have improved and her love for French has grown immensely. I...

Carlton I.

Martina M.


Washington, DC

$20/hr4 yrs exp

Home Health Aide ,Personal Care Attendant Part-time, Available Meal Prep (I Can Cook Very Good)

I am a very reliable woman always on time or earlier I'm familiar with dementia, bedridden-turning every two hours , prepared meals, bathed my client , fed client who couldn't feed themselves, dressed , housekeeping cleaned up after myself when I cooked, medication given as needed , kept a daily log . I am a very caring person...
Martina can also help with: Companionship, personal care, dementia, errands, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

5.0
"I've been knowing Martina M. for over twenty years. She is a joy to know, one who is caring and compassionate towards others. Martina gives her all and all when it comes to her job, willing to go the extra mile to get it completed. She is an on-time person one that...

BARBARA L.

Makisha P.


Bowie, MD

$22-35/hr10 yrs exp

Nurturer, Kind, Compassionate

I'd love to help you or your loved one! I'm a kind, patient, compassionate woman. A nurturer by nature, I find it very fulfilling to help others. I'm a great listener, I especially love hearing old stories or wisdom from seniors. But I'm also adaptable to those who prefer not to chat. I workout regularly and believe good...
Makisha can also help with: Companionship, personal care, meal prep, errands, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Kisha made a great impression on myself and my grandmother (the client). She is kind and patient. She will take great care of your loved one."

Shannon L.

Patricia S.


Hyattsville, MD

$12-17/hr10 yrs exp

Passionate And Dedicated Caregiver

I've been a caregiver over 20years, I bring a compassionate and patient centered approach to my work. I am skilled in preparing healthy and nutritious meals. I am also skilled in creating a nurturing and a safe environment, I excel in meeting the unique needs of each individual under my care. Whether its assisting with daily...
Patricia can also help with: Dementia, respite care, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Ms. Pat took very good care of my great grandmother. She is a very dedicated and committed caregiver, I would definitely hire her again. "

Christina D.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Tyjhanae. I love to read as well as singing are hobbies of mine. I have a lot of experience with kids I'm the oldest of 5 siblings so I have been taking care of children all my life. I also worked as an assistant teacher in an infant room where their ages range from 1 month to 1 year. I then ventured into a new...
Tyjhanae can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"We interviewed Tyjhanae for a job and ended up hiring someone closer to our neighborhood, but she was so friendly and sweet in the virtual interview. I'm sure someone would be lucky to hire her! We'll definitely be keeping her in mind for future babysitting gigs."

Alexis R.

Jennifer H.


Lanham, MD

$40/hr7 yrs exp

Creating Future Geniuses!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

HAPPY NEW YEAR PROSPECTIVE PARENTS, Here are some fun facts about me. I am a college educated individual, who has experience working with multiple age groups. Previously, I worked as a private school teacher and daycare instructor before deciding to return to college in pursuit of a doctoral degree. My expertise includes: all...
5.0
"Very good with kids. My nephew loves her. Super helpful and smart!"

Ashia M.

Mandi T.


Odenton, MD

$30-33/hr10 yrs exp

Senior caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

The most meaningful part of my role is that it allows me to directly impact the lives of the clients & their families. Whether it's helping with the cleanliness of their home, caring for their loved one or helping with the children, I know I am actively contributing to their quality of life. And I treasure the interaction. Some...
Mandi can also help with: Home modification, dementia, errands, hospice services, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Mandi is a very caring and patient care giver she’s kind and dependable she’s the best you won’t be disappointed!!!"

Care member

Annette K.


Hyattsville, MD

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood

Caregiver/RN degree 1985-Present Hello, My name is Annette and I am a fully vaccinated +boosted, caregiver who has an RN degree. I also am a board certified CNA, GNA and CMT. I have practiced for many years and worked with clients of different ages and gender. I work with clients with various mental, physical and emotional...
Annette can also help with: Personal care, dementia, respite care, hospice services, home modification
Skills:

Wound Care

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Annette provided outstanding service to my wife during the past two years, guiding her through the ravages of Alzheimer’s. Annette started while my wife was still quite functional and continued until her recent passing. My wife loved her and considered her a good...

Care member

Ravin C.


Hyattsville, MD

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Animal Lover!

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I have 10+ years of experience of paid pet care and over 30 years of personal animal caretaker experience with my own animals. I have owned many different animals from hamsters to aquatics. I volunteered at a Cat Rescue for over 5 years and have experience with cats ranging from pre-natal to feral. I have worked in the...
Ravin can also help with: Administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:

Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

5.0
"She sent me daily updates, photos, and videos. My cat loved her."

Alycia A.

Tekisha B.


Bowie, MD

$32-40/hr10 yrs exp

Tutor .

Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood

I tutor 5 private students and I volunteer my services to 2 foster children. I have more than 30 years experience working with children and families. I can motivate and assist your child with learning and retaining new skills. I am familiar with state testing, self-confidence issues and learning disabilities. I provide services...
5.0
"Mrs.B was a GOD sent for my son and my family. she helped my son gain confidence in reading & we could not have done it without her guidance and patience. She truly has a special way of connecting to children."

Hayat A.

Tracy M.


Laurel, MD

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver Pt or Ft

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been a caregiver for seniors for over 20 years. I have taken care of my grandmother for almost 16 years until she passed in 2016. I am kind, patient and attentive to what the person needs. I love listening to their life stories and allow them to be as independent as they can be and assist them when they need or want it.
Tracy can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, transportation, personal care
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Tracy is, in my opinion, a very caring and reliable person with high moral standards. She also has a good understanding of people and a lot of experience caring for pets. She would be an asset for any family or business wanting a loyal, reliable employee."

Athena M.

Rashidah N.


Beltsville, MD

$35/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hardworking empathetic I'd describe my personality as compassionate, empathetic, patient, caring, reliable. In my spare time, I like to read, watch movies My skills include companionship , bathing and grooming, assist in ROM exercises, patient care and observation, medication administration, pay attention to detail,...
Rashidah can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, live-in home care, meal prep, companionship & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

CPR

5.0
"Rashidah is an outstanding and excellent nurse and caregiver. She took exceptional care of my husband who suffers from ALS with multiple health conditions. I appreciate and thank God for her .I am truly grateful for her. I would definitely recommend her. I...

Verlinda W.

Yvonne J.


Lanham, MD

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Home Health Aide Available Full-Time

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have 17 years of senior care experience in Assistances Living and private homes. Trachea care, deep suctioning and G-Tube feeding, meal preparation, light tidying up, Doctors appointments, daily activities, providing companionship. I am also flexible with the environment I work in and the job duties. I am very attentive to...
Yvonne can also help with: Errands, dementia, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning, home modification & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Yvonne was a godsend. My family hired Yvonne to care for my grandmother who was in her 80s and had challenges with hearing and mobility. Grandma enjoyed her time with Yvonne and we appreciated how much attention Yvonne paid to learning Grandma's needs, likes,...

Tisa C.

Jennifer E.


Clinton, MD

$30-35/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As a childcare professional with over 7 years of experience, I am dedicated to nurturing children's growth and development. My passion for caring for kids stems from my desire to positively impact their lives. With my patient and creative personality, I strive to provide a safe and nurturing environment where children can...
Jennifer can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Jenn is amazing with my 4 year old! She has always been very responsible and much help in helping us navigate our afternoons. We're big on communication so she's open in helping us with tips and advice on handling tough situations."

Amanda W.

Modupeoluwa A.


Laurel, MD

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

Personal Assistant

Hi! My name is Modupe and have a year of experience working as personal assistant. Some of duties entailed running errands, sending out inquiries, responding to emails, coordinating meeting and appointments and assisting with event preparation.

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Recent personal assistant reviews in Harwood, MD

Larissa W.

5.0

Larissa has been a wonderful caregiver for our mother in her home. She is thoughtful, kind, well-organized and tidy. She helped with breakfast and lunch as needed, and some light housekeeping. It was a great comfort knowing that Mom had someone looking after her and a relief of some of the needs...

- Bill F.

Tracy M.

5.0

10/10 definitely recommend! Tracy was hired to watch my daughters while out on vacation. She was honest, dependable and responsible. My kids were well taken cared of and most importantly safe. She was very communicative with updates on their daily activities and even provided me with pictures. I...

- Trisha G.

Amanda S.

4.0

Amanda seriously cared about my husband Andy; she still keeps in touch with us and they bonded. She was the best aide with diabetic care and personal touches, like doing crafts with him. I would hire her again.

- Elaine P.

Keri L.

5.0

Keri was amazing! She works hard to understand her patients - what makes them happy or frustrates them. She communicates often with the family about their loved one and brings a wealth of expertise. Keri cared for my dad and he absolutely looked forward to her visits. She was family to us!

- Frenita B.

Jayleen R.

5.0

Jayleen was nothing short of phenomenal. She facilitated online school for a nanny-share of 5 children who are all in a French immersion program. Not only did she ensure our children were fully engaged in virtual school, but she regularly stepped in to sort out issues with teachers since we, as...

- Martazsh H.

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