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Elizabeth B.


Mount Airy, MD

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate Smile Creator

4.6

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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

With a diverse background spanning the culinary, childcare, and elderly care industries, I bring a unique blend of skills, reliability, and dedication to every role I undertake. As a former chef and catering business owner, I have a passion for cooking and a deep appreciation for creating memorable experiences for people. My...
Elizabeth can also help with: Respite care, personal care, dementia
5.0
"Elizabeth took care of both my mom and dad. She was very dependable, always on time, and took excellent care of my parents. She was always willing to pick up any extra hours if needed. I highly recommend her."

Pam M.

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Rhena B.


Washington, DC

$35-40/hr5 yrs exp

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I am a Certified Assistant Nurse, First Aid cert, and CPR cert. I am bachelor of Science Major in Management accounting and Office Administration. I am hardworking, honest, easy going, and friendly. I worked with love and passion and I love to cook and gardening. I have 5 years experienced working with. Patient have Alzheimer's,...
Rhena can also help with: Dementia, home modification, light cleaning, live-in home care, errands, companionship & more
Skills:

CNA

Medical Equipment Experience

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Rhena is a very reliable, caring person with great work ethic. She does her job well and genuine care about people around her."

Tiffany M.

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Dolly J.


Woodbine, MD

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Care Givers

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I am a very compassionate person, I have a lot of experience in caring on elderly people, I took care of my father when he was diagnosed with diabetes, I have also assisted a patient who underwent lung surgery, some of my tasks are: remind them of their medications, assistance to dress them, grocery shop, transport them...
Dolly can also help with: Personal care
Skills:

CNA

CPR

5.0
"My wife was going to be overseas for a few weeks and we wanted to find someone in the morning to help me with showering and dressing. Being in a wheelchair my wife did not want me to try this alone. Dolly showed up each morning that she was scheduled, cheerful...

Graham H.

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Gwendoline N.


Riverdale, MD

$17-35/hr9 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have passion caring for young people, middle age and elderly. My mission is to support individuals by promoting recovery, self determination and wellness in every aspect of life. I have worked in the home care industry for more than 9 years. | have a lot of experience as far as care giving is concern no matter the patient...
Gwendoline can also help with: Personal care, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, errands
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

5.0
"Gwen and her team were instrumental in helping me care for an aging relative in her home, quite a distant drive away from me. They cared for my aunt, creating a real bond of love and respect , comfort and support as she went on hospice. Gwen co-ordinated her care...

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Oritoke S.


Laurel, MD

$25/hr6 yrs exp

Reliable, Patient And Compassionate Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello. My name is Oritoke, I am a compassionate and Responsible Caregiver with 6 years experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant. I'm experienced in Dementia/Alzheimer's care, Hospice care, Parkinson care, Stroke recovery care and in home Caregiving/Companionship. I'm able to perform all job tasks, offering a gentle approach...
Oritoke can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, dementia, errands, mobility assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

5.0
"She’s amazing. Took care of my mom and dad. Did an awesome job. "

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Hi! I am a dedicated and compassionate elderly caregiver with experience, including caring for my grandmother after two surgeries. Skilled in providing companionship, assisting with daily activities, medication management, and ensuring a safe and comfortable environment. Committed to enhancing the quality of life for seniors.
Qorah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands, transportation
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Christine Joyce A.


Chevy Chase, MD

$25-30/hr6 yrs exp

Good Listener, Organized And Passionate Caregiver

I have 5 years of experience taking care of various client with the case of multiple fractures, cancer patient and dementia. I'm a registered nurse. Passionate about elder care, charismatic, caring and calm. Able to provide both physical and emotional support to clients and culturally sensitive. I am work with Post Operative...
Christine Joyce can also help with: Errands, meal prep, personal care, light cleaning
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Katia Z.


McLean, VA

$10-30/hr

Flexible And Caring Companion

I am very caring and love hanging out with other people. I am certified in CPR and operate on the basis of making sure the people in my company stay safe and comfortable.
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Veronica C.


Washington, DC

$39-50/hr10 yrs exp

Salutations! I'm a retired nurse & empty nester to seven adult children! I work from home remotely and have about 5-15 hours a week to spare. I prefer helping out occasionally - think provider appointments, meal preparation, organizing, companionship, errands, medication management and surgical post op assistance. I don't have...
Veronica can also help with: Errands, dementia, hospice services, meal prep, respite care, light cleaning & more
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Stephanie E.


Lanham, MD

$14-22/hr3 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as empathetic, compassionate, and caring. I like caring for seniors because they always have amazing stories to tell that comes with a lot of wisdom. Unfortunately, they are the most prone to loneliness and sometimes a little companionship really brightens up their day. It's nice to make a positive...
Stephanie can also help with: Home modification
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Iesha R.


Hyattsville, MD

$15-35/hr6 yrs exp

Experience Caregiver And Current Nursing Student

Assisted approximately 15 residents each shift with daily activities of living including helping with meals, transferring residents using assistive devices, medications, bathing, dressing, and grooming. Cared for residents with dementia, Alzheimer's disease, physical disability, those undergoing post-operative recovery and...
Iesha can also help with: Personal care, dementia, visiting physician
Skills:

CNA

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Dodji S.


Washington, DC

$18-22/hr3 yrs exp

Caregiver's

We had Dodji with us for 4 weeks while I recovered from surgery and she gave our 18-month-old daughter excellent, responsible care. I never worried about my kiddo when she was out with Dodji and I really appreciated the kindness and warmth she demonstrated, even when my daughter was being difficult because she missed her mom....
Dodji can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, light cleaning, errands
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James C.


Washington, DC

$18-27/hr1 yrs exp

Caregiver

I'd describe my personality as friendly, kind, compassionate. I would find caring for an older person satisfying because I know I can improve their daily life. I started caring for seniors when my mother was ill several years ago. In my spare time, I like to exercise by biking and going to the gym. So I am fit, healthy,...
James can also help with: Home modification, meal prep, transportation, light cleaning, errands

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

(Available immediately) Hello, I'm a compassionate person, that cares about individuals, and genuinely cares how people are doing. I'm looking for a job that not only allows me to help individual's needs, but also allows me to know more about the person I'm taking care of. I started caring for seniors when I moved in to take...
Nabila can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, mobility assistance, personal care, light cleaning, companionship & more
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Ana C.


Damascus, MD

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caring And Compassionate

Accomplished Certified Nursing Assistant with 20 years experience. Provided one-on-one service to patients in a hospital facility. Cared for individuals with dementia, Alzheimer's disease, physical disability, those undergoing post-operative recovery and convalescents. Took and recorded vital signs such as temperature, blood...
Ana can also help with: Personal care, dementia, home modification
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

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Kimberly R.


Laurel, MD

$25-45/hr10 yrs exp

Registered Nurse 27 Plus Year With Caring For Adults

Currently looking for personal care jobs as I have worked in acute care (Hospital) with adult medical-surgical orthopedics, trauma, neuro etc came from humble beginning working as a nurses aid/CNA for 10 yrs while in high school and college. I have a BS in Forestry and BS in Nursing. Took care of my elderly parents in my home...
Kimberly can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, respite care & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Licensed Nurse

Wound Care

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Mbalu M.


Lanham, MD

$18-38/hr

I Am A Certified Nursing Assistant And I Love Work

File clerk/unit secretary/receptionist/ computer operation/staffing assistant/ certified nursing assistant.
Mbalu can also help with: Companionship, transportation
Skills:

CNA

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Adriana E.


Arlington, VA

$90-95/hr7 yrs exp

Caretaker

Academic background: 1) UCLA-Biochemistry 2) George Mason University- Nursing. My hospital experience includes the ICU, Surgery, Interventional Radiology, and dialysis--each of which have afforded me invaluable firsthand knowledge of the many disparities in our healthcare system. My aim is to help clients attain their health...
Adriana can also help with: Personal care, dementia, visiting nurse, respite care
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

CNA

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Agnes L.


Bladensburg, MD

$19-27/hr7 yrs exp

Certified Nursing Assistant

CNA As a caregiver with over five years of experience I possessed a wealth of knowledge, practical skills, and emotional resilience. I have worked with diverse clients, including seniors, individuals with disabilities, those recovering from illnesses or surgeries. I have also dealt with a range of conditions, such as dementia,...
Agnes can also help with: Hospice services, live-in home care, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:

CNA

Patient Assessments, Safety Behaviors, Care plan assessment, Community integration, First Aid and Safety, Behavioral Management, Meal Planning and Preparation, Patient Care, Collection calls, Payment posting, Patient account analysis, Medical claims submission, Records Maintenance, ISP/IEP writer, Fire PreventioN, Facility...
Jenipher can also help with: Mobility assistance, dementia, live-in home care, light cleaning, personal care, meal prep & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CNA

Home Health Aide

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Recent post-surgery care reviews in Derwood, MD

Elizabeth B.

5.0

Elizabeth turned out to be just what my dad needed. He looked forward to her coming daily.

- Sharon K.

Rhena B.

5.0

Rhena is a very reliable, caring person with great work ethic. She does her job well and genuine care about people around her.

- Tiffany M.

Dolly J.

5.0

My wife was going to be overseas for a few weeks and we wanted to find someone in the morning to help me with showering and dressing. Being in a wheelchair my wife did not want me to try this alone. Dolly showed up each morning that she was scheduled, cheerful and ready to work. Dolly was very...

- Graham H.

Gwendoline N.

5.0

Gwen and her team were instrumental in helping me care for an aging relative in her home, quite a distant drive away from me. They cared for my aunt, creating a real bond of love and respect , comfort and support as she went on hospice. Gwen co-ordinated her care with the medical professionals in an...

- Care member

Oritoke S.

5.0

Oritoke has been an amazing addition to the senior care team for my 77 yo father. Kind spirit and able to navigate an occasional grouchy senior with skill. Mature and caring and always trying to help render the best care for him. Recommend her without reservations. Has helped with changing...

- Camille W.

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