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37 personal assistants are listed in Santa Barbara, CA
The average posted rate is $25/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby personal assistants is 7 years
Personal assistants in Santa Barbara, CA
Tammy A.
Santa Barbara, CA
$33/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Tammy. Caregiving is my Passion! I have been a professional caregiver and personal assistant for over 20 years in the Santa Barbara area. I have worked with a range of clients from newborns to elderly with a variety of needs, abilities, accommodations. I place a high value on confidentiality and discretion with all...
Tammy can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We have a complicated family schedule that Tammy was able to seamlessly pick up and help out. Would hire her anytime."
Brandon P.
Tammy A.
Santa Barbara, CA
$18-23/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Tammy. Caregiving is my Passion! I have been a professional caregiver and personal assistant for over 20 years in the Santa Barbara area. I have worked with a range of clients from newborns to elderly with a variety of needs, abilities, accommodations. I place a high value on confidentiality and discretion with all...
5.0
"Tammy helped me during a long recovery period after complicated foot surgery. I found her to be flexible, caring, proactive, and extremely positive. She is a wealth of information about wellness and healing, a great listener, and a remarkable human being. I feel...
Jennifer S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Tammy. Caregiving is my Passion! I have been a professional caregiver and personal assistant for over 20 years in the Santa Barbara area. I have worked with a range of clients from newborns to elderly with a variety of needs, abilities, accommodations. I place a high value on confidentiality and discretion with all...
Tammy can also help with: Dementia, home modification, live-in home care, personal care, respite care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Tammy A. is a breath of fresh air. Your brain will reset to a happier place when Tammy shows up for work. A professional who truly cares, she is committed to her craft like no other."
Keith M.
Rachel B.
Santa Barbara, CA
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Loving Mom Of 2 Older Sons Is Here To Help. Come Home To Clean, Full, Happy Kids And A Tidy House
5.0
(7)
Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood
I am a professional nanny, personal assistant and postpartum doula. I love nurturing children of all ages! I have had the privilege of working with over 47 families since COVID. Including working at the Miramar. I specialize in infants and children with special needs.
My own sons are 21 and 24 years old. They went to Montecito...
Rachel can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We didn't know what was missing until we hired Rachel. She connected with our family right away and the kids just lit up! We have a newborn and 5 year old. She was able to manage both without missing a beat! She is completely focused on their well being and having...
Kennedy O.
5.0
(1)
I grew up in a large family and have always loved working with kids. From being a surf instructor, to a dance teacher, to a pre-school teaching assistant, I have a wide skill set that makes me confident in my ability to look after your kid. Outside of work I have also been babysitting kids from the ages of 6 months-12 years old...
Elizabeth can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Liz was absolutely wonderful with my two daughters. They looked forward to the days she was watching them. She was reliable and flexible driving them wherever they needed to go!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Kim. I am a very proud mother of two adult children and have had many years with the most amazing experiences of helping many families. My initial one was for 3 years and she was a wonderful 99-year-old lady who lived until she was 102. I assisted her weekends w/ errands, personal care, household care &...
Kim can also help with: Home modification, dementia, personal care, visiting physician
4.6
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have experience providing caregiving services to seniors, including being a live-in caregiver for a person who had a stroke, as well as assisting my own father when he was ill. I am able to administer medicine, and help with bathing, mobility, meal preparation, and feeding. I am also available to run errands, open mail, and...
Nancy can also help with: Mobility assistance, meal prep, errands, companionship, light cleaning, personal care & more
5.0
"Nancy was hard working, reliable, conscientious and caring. "
Care member
Janel L.
Santa Barbara, CA
$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Caregiver/C.N.A. Available For Full-time Work
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Janel. I have been a caregiver/CNA for 25 years in Ventura County. I have always found a lot of satisfaction in caring for people and find this work to be very rewarding. I believe in taking care of your loved one like I would want someone to care for my own mom or dad. With dignity and respect. I have experience...
Janel can also help with: Personal care, respite care, dementia, hospice services
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Janel provided great companionship and caregiving for my father-in-law while he was on hospice. She is kind and compassionate, and made us feel at ease knowing that he was in good hands. She puts safety first and has excellent communication of any concerns. She was...
Jami B.
I'm looking for work locally and looking for Estate Manager, Personal Assistant, Nanny, Night Nanny, ROTA or Caregiver position in Santa Barbara County or Malibu area. I have over 35 years experience and excellent references and resume. Willing to travel domestically and internationally with the family, including flexibility...
Hi there! I'm a nanny with 13+ years of consistent and diverse childcare, household management, and personal assistant experience. I have worked in pre-schools, church nurseries, a daycare, and have been lucky to work for dozens of families in their homes.
I have experience working with and caring for children and adults with...
I have 10+ experience being a Personal Assistant, business and professionally. Please contact me for more details.
Gabrielle P.
Santa Barbara, CA
$17-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi everyone!
I have been a pet sitter last year and a half but more importantly in my last position as a personal assistant my primary role was to care for my clients pets. He had two dogs join the family while I was working for him so I helped raise them each from 8 weeks old until 3 and 5 years old. I still help out with...
Gabrielle can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Meara A.
Santa Barbara, CA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I started out as a mother's helper at the age of 11 and I have been working as a nanny professionally over the last 15+ years. I have worked with ages ranging from newborns to 12 years old. I have provided every aspect of care including, but not limited to, cooking, feeding, bathing, dressing, laundry, nap time, bed time,...
Meara can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Lukas L.
Santa Barbara, CA
$30/hr • 5 yrs exp
Children's Yoga Instructor With Experience Working As A Garden Educator And Business Administrator.
Growing up in Santa Barbara, I had many nannies and personal assistants helping my family, so I know what kind of care and attention these roles call for. I have worked with children grades Pre-K - 6 and some high school students as well, mostly as a school and after-school garden teacher. I have also tutored high school...
Lukas can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Jacqueline V.
Santa Barbara, CA
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Jackie. I am a Nurse Assistant/Medical Assistant/Home Health Aid/ Restaurative Nurse Assistant for more de 26 years. I am a reliable person with my job, I have a great local references My goal and my satisfaction is to see my clients get better and come back to their normal life style or provide maximum comfort in...
Jacqueline can also help with: Errands, meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, personal care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Assisting senior clients with Activities of daily living, cared for 94-year-old for 2 year and filled in as subtitled caregiver for other assignments, with hospice care. Assisted with personal care, meals housekeeping, medication reminders, grocery shopping, doctors appointments and daily activities, including organising mail,...
Nino can also help with: Hospice services, live-in home care, personal care, dementia
I'm a compassionate and reliable CNA (certified nursing assistant) with 2 years of experience providing personalized care for seniors. Safety and comfort are my top priorities, and I strive to create a trusting, supportive environment. With patience and understanding, I'm dedicated to enhancing the well-being and daily lives of...
Taryn can also help with: Meal prep, live-in home care, light cleaning, errands, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Simona, I am a positive and energetic person who has over 6 years of experience with kids. I have worked as a coach, babysitter, and camp counselor with children between the ages of 2-15. I am super responsible and reliable, and can help with any assistance you may need at home.
Simona can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance
5.0
"Simona is wonderful. She has watched our kiddos a handful of times over the last couple of years and was always great. We have 8 year old twins and a 2 year old."
Mj L.
Hannah D.
Santa Barbara, CA
$25-30/hr • 1 yrs exp
I worked at an elderly residence in Chico, CA, designed for those with Alzheimer's Disease, Parkinson's Disease, Lewy Body, and Dementia. My position at this site was to be a "resident assistant", in which I performed several care tasks which included providing treatments, guidance with meals, toileting, showering, personal...
Hannah can also help with: Personal care, respite care, dementia, live-in home care
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Kamille S.
Santa Barbara, CA
$20/hr • 1 yrs exp
I'm passionate about helping children grow and develop, so I embarked on this career to support families and provide reliable childcare. With my creative and friendly personality, I aim to make learning enjoyable and engaging. I keep parents updated about their child's day through their preferred method of communication. I...
Kamille can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
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Recent personal assistant reviews in Santa Barbara, CA
Tammy A.
5.0
Tammy has been our full-time nanny for the past year. There aren't words to describe all that she has been and meant to our family. She is pure magic and love. She fully supports our family's nurtured approach to sleep and our daughter in every way. They spend their days in nature (beach, zoo,...
- Jessica P.
Tammy A.
5.0
Tammy helped me during a long recovery period after complicated foot surgery. I found her to be flexible, caring, proactive, and extremely positive. She is a wealth of information about wellness and healing, a great listener, and a remarkable human being. I feel very lucky to have found her.
- Jennifer S.
Tammy A.
5.0
We hired Tammy's services to help us out with grandma during our wedding weekend. Grandma needed assistance with bathing, dress, and transportation to the lobby of the hotel while the family was busy getting ready and doing last-minute prep for the wedding. My family was happy with her work and...
- Clarissa B.
Rachel B.
5.0
Rachel is AMAZING! I trust another mother's instinct around safety, kindness and encouraging good manners. Our kids begged for her to come back and make cupcakes! Plus the house was tidy and fresh when we returned. Thank you Rachel!
- Care member
Elizabeth H.
5.0
Liz was absolutely wonderful with my two daughters. They looked forward to the days she was watching them. She was reliable and flexible driving them wherever they needed to go!
- Care member
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FAQs for finding personal assistants in Santa Barbara
In 2025, how much does it cost to hire a personal assistant in Santa Barbara, CA?
The average rate for hiring a personal assistant in Santa Barbara, CA on Care.com as of March, 2025 is $25.42 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 Santa Barbara?
Care.com has 24 personal assistants in Santa Barbara, CA. 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 Santa Barbara 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 Santa Barbara?
Most personal assistants in Santa Barbara, CA 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 Santa Barbara. Additionally, some personal assistants are okay with performing pet care or even light housekeeping duties, but these duties are less common.
Ratings for Santa Barbara, CA personal assistants listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Personal Assistants in Santa Barbara, CA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 25 reviews of the 37 listed personal assistants.