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5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have extensive care giving skills with elderly ( Dementia Patients)
I do everything from Personal Hygiene to Reading to them. I really try to work with them, I got a elderly woman to play the piano after 25 years of not playing it was awesome!
Carla can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, personal care, respite care
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Carla is a kind and caring woman who gave excellent care to my 92 year old mom until she passed. A great companion for her as well. I would highly recommend Carla!"
Nancy W.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I worked in Chicago at Rush University Medical Center from 1989 until 2016, with 17 of those years dedicated to the operating rooms. I have admirable experience in providing companion care for home care or in a hospital environment. I have a sound knowledge of managing clients with Cancer, Dementia, Parkinson, Alzheimer's and...
Sheila can also help with: Errands, mobility assistance, meal prep, dementia, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Sheila is a knowledgeable caregiver who provided excellent care for my mom from March 2022 until November 2023. She is quite dependable and punctual. She rarely asked for time off, but when she did, she gave notice well in advance. My mom’s dementia led to some...
Barbara F.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been working with the elderly and disabled in their homes with personal care shower assistance oral hygiene light house cleaning laundry and shopping for 12 years now. I love what I do and am looking for more clients to care for afternoons or early evenings Mon Tues Wed Thurs Fri.
Kerry can also help with: Mobility assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Kerry has only been with us for a little over a month now, but my mom absolutely adores her. She's punctual and makes my mom laugh. My mom feeling comfortable around her is enough for me. My mom doesn't require a lot of care other than someone to talk, laugh and...
Pamela P.
Alieshia J.
Calumet City, IL
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
30 Years Of Childcare / Youth And Senior Citizens Experience
Computer skills
Arts & crafts
Events
Acting
Singing
Writing
Personal assistant
Cooking cleaning
Alieshia can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
Hello, my name is Hope! Thank you for taking interest in my application/ profile.
For the past five years I have focused on my career as a professional nanny. While attending Palm Beach Atlantic University in West Palm Beach, FL, I was given multiple opportunities to work for high profile, high net-worth households. I accepted...
As a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), my role revolves around providing essential care and support to patients in various healthcare settings. This includes assisting with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating, as well as monitoring vital signs.
Transitioning from working at a summer camp to the YMCA has been...
Tuyisenga can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, errands, live-in home care, transportation, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
April C.
Merrillville, IN
$8-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I Am A Certified Home Health Care Provider Who Enjoys Assisting With Seniors Needs .
I'd describe my personality bubbly kind and happy
I like caring for seniors because I care for my parents and my son who has a disability and I like caring for others whom can't do for themselves or may be limited. Or just need a little love and companionship or some assistance.
I'm looking for a job that is stable income
I...
April can also help with: Transportation, errands, light cleaning, companionship, meal prep
Jomika K.
Michigan City, IN
$19-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm a passionate, certified Registered Behavior Technician with over three years of experience caring for children of all ages. As a mother of two, I understand the importance of providing a safe and nurturing environment for children to thrive. I'm patient, calm, and creative, and I love finding new and exciting ways to engage...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
I'd describe my personality as responsible, detail oriented, and approachable.
I like working with kids because they look at the world with genuine curiosity and I think when you become an adult, sometimes you forget to appreciate and notice the little things. I like to foster their creativity by encouraging them to try new...
Skills:
CPR
I'd describe my personality as dedicated, joyful, caring, and love serving others. I'm punctual and a hard worker. Single parent of a 25-year-old, and leader of the Hospitality Ministry at church, youth ministry instructor, and administration assistance. Obtained my CNA certification July 2024. After changing jobs and careers...
Dorothy can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, live-in home care, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as Caring, loving and sympathetic
I like caring for seniors because it make me feel as if I've accomplished what I was supposed to do.
I'm looking for a job that I can assist someone in need.
I started caring for seniors when I moved to Houston Texas in 1996, I love and enjoy what I do!
In my...
Francine can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, companionship, light cleaning, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Jane D.
Crown Point, IN
$20-26/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have served people throughout my career. I enjoy Senior Citizens, and I would be a great help in many ways. I am a hard worker, very reliable, very good listener, and a kind and caring person. To be able to assist people who cannot do the things they used to be able to do gives me peace. I want them to have a great day...
Jane can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, respite care, transportation
Skills:
CPR
Danielle S.
Griffith, IN
$11-16/hr • 1 yrs exp
I am a graduate student looking for a flexible position to assist in child care, housekeeping, errands, etc. I have professional and personal experience working with children and children with special needs.
Danielle can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Diane C.
Crown Point, IN
$20-30/hr • 9 yrs exp
Dedicated Care Specialist Committed To Enhancing Quality Of Life. With 10 Years Experience.
Honest, Reliable, Trustworthy
I'd describe my personality as Funny, caring and loving
I like caring for seniors because I love helping people in stressful situations.
I'm looking for a job that allows me to help people in difficult times and help them assess their situations tomake the right decision for their care.
I...
Diane can also help with: Errands, transportation, meal prep
Octavia A.
Merrillville, IN
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Octavia, and I am 23 years old with six years of experience working with children, primarily in the age range of 2 months to 5 years old. I am skilled in creating and maintaining personalized schedules tailored to your child's specific needs. Additionally, I can assist with potty training and support the development...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Havena P.
Crown Point, IN
$14-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Set appointments/Drive to destinations/Run errands.
Assist and accompany children with daily tasks and appointments, light housekeeping, run errands, light clerical duties. Attend to personal needs of clients, grocery shop, babysit, pay bills, etc.
I have over 18 years working with Dementia and Alzheimer's in healthcare and care giving with compassion and understanding being high priority. I know what it takes to take care of someone and feel that the person who's taking care of them it's trusted. I bring years of experience with a certified nursing assistant certificate...
Brittany can also help with: Respite care, home modification, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, personal care & more
Raejean Z.
Highland, IN
$18/hr • 10 yrs exp
Very outgoing CNA/Medical Assistant with 25 years of extensive experience in caring for patients with Alzheimer's, Dementia, Physical Disabilities, bed confined individuals and helping with activities of daily living. I have a very pleasing personality with a passion for caring for others. I've taken full time care for both my...
Raejean can also help with: Companionship, errands, dementia, home modification, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
Stephanie C.
Hammond, IN
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Certified Nursing Assistant Available Full-time Housekeeping And Meal Prep
My name is Stephanie and I'm a caring skilled CNA I been in the nursing field for 25 years and I'm also a good companion to patients. I've worked hospice and very well trained in patient care I can operate the hoyer lift, take vitals and I'm a very prompt caring person.
Stephanie can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, mobility assistance, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
Aimee B.
Dyer, IN
$20-22/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi my name is Aimee, I'm a happily married 43-year-old mom of two children ages 5 and 15. My experience as a caregiver starts back in Manhattan New York around 2014 where I was providing care for two elderly women well into their 90s. Now in Dyer Indiana I provide care and assistance for two elderly women since summer of last...
Aimee can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, dementia, meal prep
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Recent personal assistant reviews in Portage, IN
Carla R.
5.0
Carla is absolutely a wonderful caregiver. I highly recommend her. She cared for my father for 3 years until he passed away .. she is very knowledgeable , compassionate.
- Kathy B.
Sheila P.
5.0
Sheila is a knowledgeable caregiver who provided excellent care for my mom from March 2022 until November 2023. She is quite dependable and punctual. She rarely asked for time off, but when she did, she gave notice well in advance. My mom’s dementia led to some challenging situations which Sheila...
- Barbara F.
Kerry D.
5.0
Kerry was phenomenal with my 92 year old Mother and step dad. She gave exceptional care, advice, companionship and suggestions that were insurmountable! I would highly recommend Kerry and we feel like she is family!!
- Care member
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FAQs for finding personal assistants in Portage
In 2025, how much does it cost to hire a personal assistant in Portage, IN?
The average rate for hiring a personal assistant in Portage, IN on Care.com as of January, 2025 is $16.50 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 Portage?
Care.com has 6 personal assistants in Portage, IN. 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 Portage 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 Portage?
Most personal assistants in Portage, IN 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 Portage. Additionally, some personal assistants are okay with performing pet care or even light housekeeping duties, but these duties are less common.