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60 personal assistants are listed in Santa Cruz, CA
The average posted rate is $23/hr as of December 2024
The average experience for nearby personal assistants is 5 years
Personal assistants in Santa Cruz, CA
Laura E.
Santa Cruz, CA
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter, Pet Sitter, Personal Assistant And House Sitter Available Part Time
4.8
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am available for the occasional evening, and am not looking for part or full time caregiving. I am an experienced caregiver, trusted driver for providing "kiddo taxi" transport, tiny house owner and student going back to school in 2020. From watching infants starting when I was 12, I have cared for all ages, toddlers up to...
Laura can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My twin 3 year old girls loved Laura!!! We used her a ton and even for a few overnights "
Laura S.
5.0
(16)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My specialty is newborn thru preschool and twins. Sleep training, weaning, introducing solids, and potty training. I am a playmate and mentor as well as a source of love and nurturing. I do insist upon good respectful behavior and being mindful of ourselves and the world around us. Especially when out in public. It's how we stay...
Melissa can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Melissa is focused on child development, educational interactions and exploration. "
Jill C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been a nanny for 17 yrs, having cared for 1 child to 5 children at a time. I studied and worked as a postpartum doula and have done overnights with newborns, taken workshops and classes in child/infant care. My passion is helping moms, the hardest and most important job in the world, as well as the family as a whole. I...
Candice can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Trustline Certified
5.0
"Candice took care of my son 3 days a week for several weeks. He is a toddler and she is really great with that age. She is very positive, fun, creative, reliable, and laughs a lot. I felt completely comfortable leaving my son with her while I went to work. She is...
Allison B.
5.0
(2)
My name is Kira. I'm 25 years old and from Santa Cruz California. I offer predominantly childcare, as well as personal assisting in the surrounding areas. I am a trusted member of my community and have been serving within these roles for over 15 years.
Along with over 4 years of paid experience with children ranging from the...
Kira can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet transportation
5.0
"Kira is lovely, caring and warm. She has a magical sense about her and my daughter loves to play with her. They go on great adventures together, primarily at the beach. Kira is particularly great with young children / babies though my 5-year-old son also loves...
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Thania O.
Santa Cruz, CA
$25-30/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Thania. I've been in the medical field since 2012. I am currently a Medical Assistant. I've worked with patients who have dementia/Alzheimer's, Parkinson's disease, strokes and mostly elderly patients. Some of my responsibilities in the past have been patient personal hygiene, bathing, feeding, transferring,...
Thania can also help with: Hospice services, personal care, respite care, dementia
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Wound Care
5.0
"Thania is a hard working individual. She is very attentive and great at what she does."
Vanessa C.
Sarah B.
Santa Cruz, CA
$30-45/hr • 6 yrs exp
Dependable Kind & Compassionate Companion Caregiver Available To Monterey & Santa Cruz Counties
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been a Senior Caregiver providing companionship, compassionate care, and emotional support for over 6 years. I love the friendships & connections I get to make and the satisfaction of truly helping another person live safely at home with independence and dignity. My goal is to come alongside my clients and provide...
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, meal prep, errands, personal care, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I was involved with with the caregiving when Sarah joined our team. She proved to be a superior
Team member. She understands the needs of the elderly and is quick to discern a need and acts on it. She is compassionate, diligent, punctual,
and honest. And very...
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I have been doing personal assistant duties for about 3 years. I gain most of my clients through friends and family.
2 years experience as receptionist, catering to needs, completing various tasks, and providing hospitality.
I'm passionate, motivated and energetic! I enjoy creating a safe, fun and supportive environment for kiddos and their families. I have multiple years of experience caring for infants to teenagers. I also enjoy doing other household tasks such as light cleaning, laundry, grocery shopping, cooking and dog walking. I just graduated...
Alissa can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Elena P.
Santa Cruz, CA
$20/hr • 4 yrs exp
2 Yrs Experience Housekeeping, 3 Yrs As A Babysitter, And 7 Yrs As A Certified Nurse Assistant And I'm Working As An Activity Assistant
I'm happy person and understanding. I work hard and am willing to learn. I am also an honest and passionate person.
In addition to having many years of experience as a caregiver, I am a certified massage therapist and enthusiastic about providing support for clients who are rehabilitating.
This could be through use of massage in sessions and/or supporting you with your physical therapy exercises. I am able to work with and observe clients in...
Harry can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, mobility assistance, respite care, specialized care, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
I'd describe my personality as creative, dedicated and kind.
I like tutoring because I am currently in college studying to become a teacher. I love working with children and helping them understand the material better.
I started tutoring last year, my senior year of high-school. It was for a company called educated angels....
My name is Rebecca and I enjoy helping and being a service to others. In the past, I worked as a Limousine Driver and transported patients to their doctors and physical therapy appointments. I have also worked as a personal assistant helping with meal preps, grocery shopping and completing household tasks, and running errands.
Rebecca can also help with: Companionship, visiting physician
Arika B.
Santa Cruz, CA
$25-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! I'm Arika and I am a college graduate located in Live Oak, Santa Cruz. I have a Bachelor's degree in Family & Consumer Science. I have two years experience as a nanny and personal assistant to a family with two young boys!
I am fully vaccinated & boosted against Covid-19. I am CPR certified. I have an Audi q5 for...
Arika can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
Gloria B.
Santa Cruz, CA
$15-40/hr • 6 yrs exp
Fun, Experienced Sitter Fluent In (English, Spanish, Italian And French)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Gloria. I'm half Spanish and half British. I've been a nanny in the area for 3 years and I worked as an Au Pair (3 different families, children aged 0-11y) while I was attending College. Once I graduated I started working for a non-profit, My manager noticed how much I connected with kids and transferred me to a shelter...
Gloria can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
From moving and KonMari tidying up, decluttering and home organization, support for handling estates of deceased loved ones, house sitting and plant care, event flowers, errands - I have helped repeat clients, family and friends in various support roles. As a personal assistant with a background in home management, pet and child...
Working with me, you get integrity, healthy energy, communication and professionalism.
I'm naturally wired for quality care. I am a seasoned Organizational Consultant with a background in Estate care and management, Professional Organizing (simplifying spaces AND masterminding systems), Executive Personal Assistance, aesthetics...
Dulce G.
Santa Cruz, CA
$28-35/hr • 1 yrs exp
I am a bilingual CNA caregiver with over a year of experience working with patients with dementia, and various physical disabilities. My experience consists of providing assistance with personal care, housing keeping, meal preparation, and transportation to medical appointments. I can assist with oral hygiene, bathing,...
Dulce can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, dementia, transportation
Skills:
CNA
Suzanne R.
Santa Cruz, CA
$10-15/hr
I am willing to help families with animal care, errands, property management and other personal /family assistant duties.
Hello, I am more than happy to hang out and help your loved one with whatever you need. I am a college student, so I am free for assisting and building a strong relationship with the person I'm caring for!
Katelin can also help with: Hospice services, transportation, errands, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep & more
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Recent personal assistant reviews in Santa Cruz, CA
Laura E.
5.0
My twin 3 year old girls loved Laura!!! We used her a ton and even for a few overnights
- Laura S.
Melissa M.
5.0
Violet worked for us for over 2 years. She was incredibly dependable, punctual, and flexible- we often asked her to stay late or cover extra days and she worked hard to help us do so. She cares very much about her job as your child's teacher and it shows in the thought she puts into activities with...
- Alisha S.
Candice Y.
5.0
Candice took care of my son 3 days a week for several weeks. He is a toddler and she is really great with that age. She is very positive, fun, creative, reliable, and laughs a lot. I felt completely comfortable leaving my son with her while I went to work. She is trustworthy, responsible and very...
- Allison B.
Kira B.
5.0
Kira is lovely, caring and warm. She has a magical sense about her and my daughter loves to play with her. They go on great adventures together, primarily at the beach. Kira is particularly great with young children / babies though my 5-year-old son also loves playing with her when he gets the...
- Care member
Thania O.
5.0
Thania is a hard working individual. She is very attentive and great at what she does.
- Vanessa C.
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FAQs for finding personal assistants in Santa Cruz
In 2024, how much does it cost to hire a personal assistant in Santa Cruz, CA?
The average rate for hiring a personal assistant in Santa Cruz, CA on Care.com as of December, 2024 is $23.62 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 Cruz?
Care.com has 32 personal assistants in Santa Cruz, 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 Cruz 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 Cruz?
Most personal assistants in Santa Cruz, 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 Cruz. Additionally, some personal assistants are okay with performing pet care or even light housekeeping duties, but these duties are less common.
Ratings for Santa Cruz, CA personal assistants listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Personal Assistants in Santa Cruz, CA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 26 reviews of the 60 listed personal assistants.