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Hi, I have a year of experience caring for seniors and special needs clients in both in-home and assisted living environments. I love helping people and seeing them achieve the best quality of life. I am patient, punctual and love to get to know my clients on a personal level.
Miyako can also help with: Hospice services, home modification, dementia, companionship, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
Alviner T.
Kansas City, MO
$22-33/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Compassionate caregiver and nanny with over six years of experience. I providing exceptional care to the elderly, disabled and children. Skilled in assisting with daily living activities, meal preparation and light house keeping.
I simply love taking care of children and enjoy helping them learn and grow at every stage of...
Alviner can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Jayairah H.
Kansas City, MO
$20-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
I deeply value the opportunity to make a positive difference in people's lives. Providing support, companionship, and assistance to those in need is both rewarding and meaningful. I am driven by the desire to help individuals maintain their independence, dignity, and quality of life. With strong communication skills, empathy,...
Jayairah can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Kim P.
Kansas City, MO
$14-16/hr
I'd describe my personality as compassionate, loving and kind
I like caring for seniors because I feel like they need patience, kindness and support. They need someone who understands their vulnerability as their body shuts down and help is needed for the most simple tasks.
I'm looking for a job that has flexibility, respect...
5.0
(5)
I have a heart for caregiving.
14 years experience with meal prep, shopping, light housekeeping, laundry, errands medication organization and ordering.
Outings, communicating with family and doctors,. personal assistance, and even some bookkeeping. Hospice care, live in care, parttime,, temporary, respite, I am willing to...
Jean can also help with: Hospice services, errands, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning, personal care & more
5.0
"Jean cared for my in laws for 2 years. She cared for them as though they were her family. In fact, she became part of our family. If you are looking for a professional, loving care giver, Jean is your gal,"
Lally M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a personal assistant for a few people currently and looking to add a few additional clients... I assist them in their home and their businesses with some of the items below.
-home organization and management
-maintain household, business, and social calendar
-schedule all appointments
-make travel arrangements
-oversee...
Jeryn can also help with: General room cleaning, pet waste cleanup, attic cleaning, basement cleaning
5.0
"Jeryn has been one of the biggest blessings to our family. My kiddos ADORE her. She goes above and beyond."
Emily D.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I have many years of experience with detail oriented cleaning. I have also done a lot of work with all kinds of people in the personal assistant and house-keeping areas. I'm a versatile, responsible, kind and open minded person who takes pride in her work, great at cleaning and caring for animals, people, plants and...
Elena can also help with: Basement cleaning, attic cleaning, cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, dusting & more
5.0
"Elena is the definition of professional. She doesn't want to stand around idle, she wants to be productive the entire time she is on the clock. She was able to clean my entire apartment in 4.5 hours! A+ thank you so much! see you soon!"
Dean H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I have many years of experience working with animals, including co-running an animal shelter and doing animal rescue before moving to KC. I grew up with pets, and my 4-legged babies are my are my world. I'm a versatile, responsible, physically active, and open minded person who takes pride in her work, and gets great joy...
Elena can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
"I met Elena through work and very quickly became her friend. She is amazing at caring and tending to things. She operated an animal shelter and has had experience with many different types of animals. We worked in retail together and I observed that she is really...
Mackenzie M.
Ellen W.
Kansas City, MO
$20-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am an experienced caregiver with children, seniors, and pets :
I am currently working in Outdoor Education with children aged 5-18. I've had experience for years babysitting younger children, and helped a family member raise her daughter for the first year.
For the first 6 months of 2024 I worked as a nanny for...
Ellen can also help with: Carpooling, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ellen provided compassionate end-of-life caregiving as supplemental care in addition to a hospice team. She was flexible, dependable, caring, and willing to step in and provide excellent support with an ever-changing situation. Ellen is gifted with a deep sense of...
Marci M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have experience as a nursing assistant at The Groves, a well respected nursing home located in independence Missouri. I also have experience as a nanny and can provide references. I am very willing to do anything that will help you. I have tended to completely disabled residents from the moment they get up to the moment they...
Jersey can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, hospice services, live-in home care, companionship, dementia & more
5.0
"I can't say enough good things about Jersey. She has been a godsend for us! She helps my mother-in-law who has dementia by talking with her, scrap-booking, painting her nails, preparing her lunch, and helping her in the bathroom. Jersey is always dependable and...
Peggi C.
Theresa K.
Leawood, KS
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
3.7
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Child Care/Nanny/ Personal Assistant
Hello! I am a former teacher, and have raised 3 wonderful boys. All 3 have graduated from college and out on their own now. I have plenty of time to help families out. With all the chaos in schools right now, I would be glad to help your child(ren) remotely. This is a difficult time for all...
Theresa can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Theresa was great with my kids - and helped us out tremendously when we had a bit of a family emergency last summer. I have tried to hire her back twice now :). Kids love her. During the summer they had 'school' everyday so we didn't fall behind, and then went on...
Heather B.
Lashanda B.
Kansas City, MO
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Professional Certified Nursing Assistant With Medication Aid Certification
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I bring with me over 20 years of experience in providing care to others, with the most enjoyment to our elderly. I have cared for the elderly in nursing homes, assisted living, and in private home settings. I have provided care to clients with Dementia, Alzheimer's, Cancer, Surgery and Hospice Care. I bring with me a variety of...
Lashanda can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, companionship, errands, home modification, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I've helped out my Ms. M. from time to time. Each time I've been over, Lashanda was nothing but GREAT! She was very passionate about M. and let's not forget those great meals! The best caregiver ever, 5 stars for sure! "
Dre J.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a motivated Certified Nursing Assistant with more than 12 years of hands-on training and I experienced working in assisted living, long term care facilities and home health care with disabled and geriatric patients. I feel confident that my background, strong bedside manner and skill in providing high quality care, makes me...
Melissa can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, personal care, home modification, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Although our time with Melissa was short, she made a very positive impact. She was responsible, dependable, supportive, giving, had great communication skills and was very knowledgeable. All of these traits are great but the best part is her heart. Her compassion...
Susan D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Most of my work experience has been related to children and I have thoroughly enjoyed them all. For the last two years, I have worked as a nanny/personal assistant to a wonderful family in the Denver Metro area. Before that, I worked as a Sign Language Interpreter at an elementary school for 4+ years. There I mainstreamed deaf...
Tina H.
Kansas City, MO
$17-22/hr • 8 yrs exp
Dedicated Caregiver With A Passion For Assisting The Elderly In Order For Them To Live Better Luces
5.0
(1)
My name is Tina and I was a teacher for 15 years. I decided I wanted a change in scenery for a career so I entered the field of home health care. Well, I enjoyed it so much that I now have 8 years of experience. My duties have included help with transportation, personal care, household chores, meal preparation and the monitoring...
Tina can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Tina is wonderful! She cared for both my father and mother when we were in need of additional help, an answer to our prayers. What started out with helping them around the house eventually turned into helping with their bathing and other needs. She was there...
Teresa G.
Julie B.
Kansas City, MO
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have been a RN for the last 21 years. My experience is working with geriatric patients in the hospital. This includes wound management, medications, tube feedings, personal care, and cardiac care. I currently work a full time position M-F 8-4p but I would be willing to come help in the evening or a weekend day to assist in...
Julie can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, errands
5.0
"Julie was a godsend at time when we desperately needed help as the home care assignment for our 95 yo father quickly turned to hospice. Her calm, kind, and thoughtful demeanor gave us such comfort. Her medical knowledge helped her assess and adjust his care with...
Evelyn M.
5.0
(4)
Hi Parents! My Name Is Donesha! Im A Young Energetic Dependable Person! I Lovingly Cooked, Cleaned, Played With, Transported, Educated, And Cared For Children Between The Ages Of 3 Weeks Up To 8 Years Old. Ive Tutored And Assisted Them With Assignments For Subjects Like Math, Science, Reading, Art, And History. Carefully...
Donesha can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"FABULOUS!!! She is so incredibly professional, polite, engaged, fun and interactive - our LO absolutely thrives with her care!"
Leslie S.
5.0
(4)
Compassionate Home Health Aide worker to provide quality care for individuals in their home. I have 20+ years experience with Senior Care. I provide companionship, assisting with basic needs both personal and household duties needed for your loved one. Also, insured.
Christina can also help with: Personal care, errands, meal prep, dementia, respite care, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Chris goes the extra mile for her clients and families. She's calm, reliable, and trustworthy. If I ever had a need in the future, I would be worried and disappointed if I couldn't hire her."
Toni S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 10 years plus of experienced. L1 Medication Aide (L1MA) and Home Health Aide, First Aid and CPR. I have a full clean driving license. I am experienced in personal grooming and I enjoy helping clients look their best. I can assist with hygiene, toileting, eating, cooking, cleaning and any administrative tasks which need...
Claudette can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, errands
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I was working with Claudette, she's very passionate person to help others, responsible, very care for peoples. "
Care member
5.0
(3)
I strive to offer the client an exceptional quality of life. I remain calm and organized and ensure all aspects of care are attended to in a manner that allows dignity to prevail.
Even-tempered
Patient
Empathetic
Entertaining - If we are not enjoying life, we are not living life
Honest and of high morals
Adaptable...
Robin can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care, hospice services, dementia, respite care
5.0
"I had the pleasure of working with Robin. She is a team player and goes above and beyond her duties. Very observant, she anticipated the needs of the lady we took care of and made sure her needs were met."
Nadine S.
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Recent personal assistant reviews in Independence, MO
Jean S.
5.0
We hired Jean two years ago to help take care of my father, not knowing how long we would need her, or exactly what his long term care needs would be. Shortly thereafter, we also needed her to help with my mother and Jean jumped right in and rolled up her sleeves. She always has a smile on her face...
- Marcia M.
Jeryn R.
5.0
Jeryn has been one of the biggest blessings to our family. My kiddos ADORE her. She goes above and beyond.
- Emily D.
Elena L.
5.0
Elena is the definition of professional. She doesn't want to stand around idle, she wants to be productive the entire time she is on the clock. She was able to clean my entire apartment in 4.5 hours! A+ thank you so much! see you soon!
- Dean H.
Elena L.
5.0
I met Elena through work and very quickly became her friend. She is amazing at caring and tending to things. She operated an animal shelter and has had experience with many different types of animals. We worked in retail together and I observed that she is really good at holding space for people....
- Mackenzie M.
Ellen W.
5.0
Ellen provided compassionate end-of-life caregiving as supplemental care in addition to a hospice team. She was flexible, dependable, caring, and willing to step in and provide excellent support with an ever-changing situation. Ellen is gifted with a deep sense of empathy that is exhibited by her...
- Marci M.
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FAQs for finding personal assistants in Independence
In 2024, how much does it cost to hire a personal assistant in Independence, MO?
The average rate for hiring a personal assistant in Independence, MO on Care.com as of November, 2024 is $19.00 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 Independence?
Care.com has 2 personal assistants in Independence, MO. 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 Independence 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 Independence?
Most personal assistants in Independence, MO 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 Independence. Additionally, some personal assistants are okay with performing pet care or even light housekeeping duties, but these duties are less common.