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60 personal assistants are listed in Portsmouth, VA
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby personal assistants is 6 years
Personal assistants in Portsmouth, VA
5.0
(6)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am looking for a part-time/PRN babysitting, personal care Assistant for elderly or house/pet sitter position. I am a Certified medical assistant and CPR certified. Others would describe me patience, responsible, respectful and FUN!! If you're looking for a productive sitter/helper, don't hesitate to contact me. I'm looking...
Marie-andre can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"She is great with my very energetic 2 year old and 6 month old. Very responsive to my texts and my kids already love her."
Kristine S.
5.0
(19)
Hired by 18 families in your neighborhood
I am the wife of a sailor, an educator and the mother of four beautiful girls. I have cared and nurtured the minds of many other children in the 15 years of my teaching career and so I guarantee you will not be disappointed. I love being around children, they bring out the best in me. I consider myself fun to be around,...
Monique can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"Monique!!!! She is the absolute best!!! Not only did my two girls love her but my husband and I both thoroughly loved her kindness especially in a time of need! We were able to book her last minute after we had a sitter cancel on us. She was very kind,...
Nkasi O.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a fun-loving, creative, calm, organized person whose calling in life is to help people in any way I can. I love to play, read, write, sing, teach, cook, clean, laugh, and have fun, while teaching boundaries, emotional regulation, life skills, empathy, and all sorts of academic skills. I am the ultimate big sis - I...
Charity can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
5.0
"First time getting a babysitter. Charity connected instantly with our 4 y/o shy daughter. She had a hard time when I was leaving but Charity handled it amazing and provide her with emotional support! My daughter now loves her! Recommend her 100%"
Rafael G.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Lena, and I'm a reliable, patient, and compassionate caregiver with over 20 years of combined experience providing exceptional care to seniors, individuals with dementia, and children of all ages. I'm CPR-certified, and my priority is always creating a safe, loving, and supportive environment tailored to your...
Lena can also help with: Personal care, live-in home care, visiting physician, visiting nurse, respite care, dementia & more
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
Home Health Aide
5.0
"It was a pleasure to having Mrs. Lena is part of our family she was a breath of fresh air she came in my family life when I needed desperate help she was able to help organize and stabilized my family as I worked and finished up my LPN its was a hard job but she...
Renee H.
4.5
(18)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am delighted to have this opportunity to share with you how my role in delivering dependable, professional private companion care will improve the quality of life for either yourself or a family member. Each individual is unique and my goal is to provide each client with their own plan of care based on their specific needs. I...
Vangie can also help with: Hospice services, errands, mobility assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Vangie has been caring for my mother who has Alzheimer's, and our family is so thankful we found her. Vangie is a very experienced caregiver who is kind and compassionate. Vangie addressed mom's bedsores which healed up quickly. She engages mom in activities,...
Christin C.
Rachael G.
Chesapeake, VA
$25-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I spent 2 years as a personal assistant, which included cleaning responsibilities. Friendly, trustworthy, and reliable.
Rachael can also help with: Changing bed linens, carpet cleaning, organization, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
Denise C.
Norfolk, VA
$17-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
I Am A Dedicated And Professional Person Who Has Exceptional Skills In This Field
I'd describe my personality as caring, loving, and patient
I like caring for seniors because I enjoy providing them with care, companionship, and conversation
I'm looking for a job that I can provide my skills and knowledge to assist others
I started caring for seniors when I started in the mental health field
In my spare...
Denise can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, companionship
SKILLS
Monitor for safety, assist with ambulation, assist with transfer including use of mechanical lift and other equipment, assist with toileting and incontinence care, provide personal hygiene and grooming, assist with other activities of daily living while encouraging patient to maintain optimal level of independence,...
Yemisrach can also help with: Hospice services, home modification, respite care, personal care, live-in home care, dementia & more
Jaronda F.
Norfolk, VA
$13-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Certified Nursing Assistant, CPR Certified. 20 Yrs. Experience. Overnight, Evening Care.
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Very patient and caring person. I love taking care of people. I'm experienced with geriatrics, children, all types of disabilities and illnesses. I can use all types of equipment for disabled people. I've been in the field for over 20yrs. I'm current with all shots and have good background. Thank you.
My name is Andrea. I work at a assisted living as a certified nursing assistant prn. iv been a cna since 2012. I have worked home health, hospital gen surg, and hospice care, etc. I am a mother to my amazing son 8, and daughter is 3. I love my children more than anything In the world. I have my CPR card current also. im reliable...
Andrea can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
Early Education
CNA
Rena R.
Chesapeake, VA
$20-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello! I have been a care giver for over 5 years for my mom who has dementia. I have also cared for my mother-in-law who is aging and needs personal care to live alone. My gifts are in serving, encouraging, and connecting with elderly people, so they can find joy even in their later years when they may be more limited than they...
Rena can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, dementia
Loretta H.
Norfolk, VA
$30/hr • 20 yrs exp
Honest, Kind, Reliable
I'd describe my personality Professional Caring, compassion
I like caring for seniors because I work with elderly because that is were my expertise are
I'm looking for a job that allows the elderly can still have some independents as they are aging, and need assistance
I started caring for seniors...
Loretta can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, transportation, meal prep, companionship
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Ayda H.
Suffolk, VA
$17-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am certified nursing assistant CPR certified. I have 10 years more experience, I am working in home care & nursing home, private care.
I am experience was Parkinson dementia feeding tube, I Hoyer lift , light housekeeping, transport doctor appointment, and Store. I am very caring, honest, good heart and outgoing. I love life....
Ayda can also help with: Errands, dementia, mobility assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
CNA
I have over 15 years of experience in assisting seniors, folks with dementia, and disabled persons with activities of daily living. My clients have known me to be very reliable and kind, one who ensures their needs are always met and that their surrounding areas are clean and safe. It's important for me to allow clients have...
Alison can also help with: Hospice services, errands, personal care, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia & more
I come from a very large family. I have been watching and raising children my whole life. The youngest child was a 6-week-old infant. My most recent experience was a live-in relationship with a woman who has 5 children. The youngest is a 10-month-old. Possible additions to the child raising services could be light house work and...
Skyllah can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
Hi, I'm a energetic, fun, loving, paitent person who has 10 years of combined experience with babysitting/nannying. I currently work as an assistant teacher in the infant & preschooler room at a montessori daycare/school. I'm looking for a nanny job that has max 2 children. Preferably preschool age & under. I am also open to...
Leigh can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Iyana M.
Chesapeake, VA
$16-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as loving, caring, and fun
I like caring for seniors because it brings joy to my heart, just to see them happy and thriving!
I started caring for seniors when I started working at facility just being a concierge at an assisted living facility It's just a joy to get to learn all of the residents,...
Iyana can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, mobility assistance, meal prep, live-in home care, dementia & more
Katahna R.
Chesapeake, VA
$17-26/hr
Hello family!! I am 21 years old , I have a 1-year-old son . I have a passion for caring for others and children, I have plenty of experience when it comes to caring for children of all ages , I currently babysit a family with 4 children ages 23 months to 13 years old whenever help is needed ! , I get them off the bus , assist...
Katahna can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, organization, bathroom cleaning
Dionne E.
Suffolk, VA
$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Compassionate Nurse Aid With The Talent For Connecting With Seniors
I'd describe my personality as empathetic, resilient and dependable
I like caring for seniors because it allows me to provide meaningful support to those who have a rich experience with wisdom the connection with them can be fulfilling, and I offer compassion, patience and assistance, helping them maintain dignity and quality...
Dionne can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, transportation, mobility assistance, meal prep, companionship & more
2.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Ja'yonna taking care of. The elderly is one of my main passions that I love to do. I have been doing this for two going on three years I have much experience, dealing with dementia and Alzheimer's, bathing, feeding grooming in assisting with transport I get so attached to my residence my patients to the point I...
Ja'yonna can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia
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Recent personal assistant reviews in Portsmouth, VA
Marie-andre A.
5.0
She is great with my very energetic 2 year old and 6 month old. Very responsive to my texts and my kids already love her.
- Kristine S.
Monique C.
5.0
I want to say that Monique was great with my baby ,she made my baby feel comfortable and treated her like her own.she went above and beyond to make my baby feel at home . She always kept me updated with lots of pictures and communicated through text as well . Her family was great to my baby as well...
- Care member
Charity N.
5.0
First time getting a babysitter. Charity connected instantly with our 4 y/o shy daughter. She had a hard time when I was leaving but Charity handled it amazing and provide her with emotional support! My daughter now loves her! Recommend her 100%
- Rafael G.
Lena H.
5.0
My wife has dementia and Lena is great at trying to connect with her, She keeps her involved during her time with her and works hard at keeping her busy. Lena strives to find out what her clients likes and dislikes are to involve her in making decisions throughout the day,
- Sharri K.
Vangie G.
5.0
She has a kind heart and was very caring with my mom.
- Rhonda S.
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FAQs for finding personal assistants in Portsmouth
In 2025, how much does it cost to hire a personal assistant in Portsmouth, VA?
The average rate for hiring a personal assistant in Portsmouth, VA on Care.com as of April, 2025 is $16.85 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 Portsmouth?
Care.com has 13 personal assistants in Portsmouth, VA. 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 Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth?
Most personal assistants in Portsmouth, VA 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 Portsmouth. Additionally, some personal assistants are okay with performing pet care or even light housekeeping duties, but these duties are less common.