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Find post-surgery care in Merrillville, IN that you’ll love

17 post-surgery care are listed in Merrillville, IN

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby post-surgery care is 6 years

Post-surgery care in Merrillville, IN

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Jamara H.


Merrillville, IN

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

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Hi my name is Jamara I have been in the healthcare industry off and on for over 20 plus years. I am currently studying to take my state boards to become a licensed contractor as I also own and operate my own construction company. I am very passionate about compassion care and the well being of others, I was a Director in Chicago...
Jamara can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, transportation
Skills:

CPR

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Sheila P.


Merrillville, IN

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Home Health Aide Available Full-Time

5.0

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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: Mobility assistance, errands, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, companionship & more
Skills:

Wound Care

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.

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Karen S.


Crown Point, IN

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Karen's Helping Hands

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I have been a care taker for over 25 years. I have learned so much from taking care of others. Been trained in CPR because I used to be a live in care taker. I have helped people from surgeries to health issues of all kinds like strokes, heart, diabetes, stents, hip n knee replacements, also one limb, oxygen etc... I love...
Karen can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, transportation, errands, respite care & more
Skills:

Wound Care

Home Health Aide

CPR

5.0
"Karen is awesome! She helped take care of my dad and was wonderful with him. She currently helps my mom with both senior care and housekeeping. She does an excellent job in both areas! We really appreciate Karen!"

Jennifer B.

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Rosie K.


Hammond, IN

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I cared for my mother before she passed away at the age of 16. I administrated shots, and her pills. I gave her baths daily. I made all meals and kept the house clean, she walked with a walker. For the past 30 years, I have helped my brother by preparing his medications, and taking him to doctor appts., and after surgery care....
Rosie can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, mobility assistance & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Rosie cared for my Mom for over 7 years full time. Rosie is so kind and caring. She became part of our family. She was always looking out for what was best for Mom. Rosie went the extra mile to ensure that everything was done right. Skills included bathing,...

Julie W.

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Sandra S.


Hammond, IN

$15-40/hr10 yrs exp

Seniors On The Go

Senior care over 10 years. Owned and operated Adult Day Care over 12 years. My goal is to enlighten and enrich my clienteles day by introducing activities at reflect their likes and encourage them to have a better day by actively using the skills and cognitive abilities.
Sandra can also help with: Personal care, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Aaryana C.


Griffith, IN

$20-25/hr2 yrs exp

Hello! I have worked at a hospital for 2 years now as a Certified Nursing Assistant. During my time at the hospital, I've dedicated myself to providing essential care and unwavering support to patients and families. Central to my role is assisting with daily activities like bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding, always...
Aaryana can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, light cleaning, errands
Skills:

CNA

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Alyssa W.


Dyer, IN

$17-20/hr2 yrs exp

I have certified nursing experience in the hospital. I previously worked on a medical surgical/ oncology floor that also had dementia patients. I am willing to run errands as well as provide companionship.
Alyssa can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, transportation, respite care
Skills:

CNA

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Guadalupe M.


Schererville, IN

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care

Hello! I enjoy working with seniors. I've worked in assisted living facilities and Agency's. I have experience with seniors that have Alzheimer's, Parkinson, Dementia, Companionship and after surgery care. I assist with Medication reminder, Meal prep., bathroom/bathing assistance, Transportation, Errands and Im comfortable with...
Guadalupe can also help with: Hospice services, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Home Health Aide

CPR

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Asia B.


Flossmoor, IL

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

Loving Caregiver

Nursing student. My experience/background Alzheimer's/Dementia, Cancer, Parkinson's, surgery recoveries, fall risk, ADL, incontinence, medication reminders, etc. My past clients would probably say I'm pleasant, free spirited, *patient with a sense of humor. I love to make people laugh. In addition to providing companionship I'm...
Asia can also help with: Respite care, personal care, live-in home care, dementia
5.0
"Asia is a very compassionate and caring caregiver. Asia was a companion to my 91 year old mother. She was a friend to my mother and her family. My mother looked forward to her time with Asia and I had peace of mind. She engaged my mother in activities and...

Mary W.

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Sheri S.


Crete, IL

$22-50/hr5 yrs exp

EMT experience with Alzheimer's Certified surgical tech with 7 years experience. I took care of my mother god 4 years.
Sheri can also help with: Dementia
Skills:

CPR

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Stephanie C.


Hammond, IN

$15-20/hr10 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: Meal prep, mobility assistance, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:

CNA

I don't have any paid experience. But I took care of both my mother and father for years. My mom fractured her foot in 16 different places and underwent 6 major surgeries, all of which I was there to bathe and care for her. When she got a pick line to her heart I would administer her saline and medicine through it. I'm familiar...
Angelica can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, errands, light cleaning, personal care
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Julie L.


Chicago Heights, IL

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

I took care of my Aunt, I lived with her for two weeks after her back surgery. I did her laundry, light housekeeping, cooking, medication, errands, and all general care. I truly enjoy working with Seniors and have been told that I have a gift for it!! I enjoy taking care of people and doing everything I can do to make sure they...
Julie can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, light cleaning, live-in home care, errands, transportation & more
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Julia P.


Valparaiso, IN

$20-50/hr15 yrs exp

Home Healthcare Aide/Respite Care

Hello I've been in home healthcare for 13+ years I'm a non smoker fully vaccinated & boostered. I'm trust worthy reliable & great with people as well as having a great personality. I have experience with broken bones, MS, knee surgery, shoulder surgery, autism, dementia, & much more. I also have 2 grown boys so I know what it is...
Julia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, mobility assistance, companionship, dementia, errands & more
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Audrey A.


Calumet City, IL

$15-25/hr7 yrs exp

Audrey

Hello, My name is Audrey I currently work with a home care agency 4 days a week and realized I have time to help someone else. My Mom had open heart surgery 5 years ago, I started carrying for her. I signed up with an agency went through training and now 5 years later loving helping seniors. My availability is Tuesday after 3...
Audrey can also help with: Visiting physician, personal care, home modification
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Kimberly R.


Chicago, IL

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi. I am dependable and love to have fun with kids. I love kids to be themselves and to enjoy life. I took care of a 56-year-old man who has Epilepsy. He has seizure attacks a lot of times and I make sure that he take his medication, meals, took him to his doctor appointments, shower, light housekeeping and laundry. Also, I...
5.0
"Very dependable, loving, caring, patient and listened to me talk all day. Worked hard at her job and did an excellent job."

Stanley R.

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Natalie A.


Cedar Lake, IN

$15-18/hr8 yrs exp

Natalie

Hello, my name is Natalie I am from cedar lake, indiana. I am a fun loving and energetic person. I love learning new things about routines and how things operate for you in your family. I have many many experience in dog walking, pet sitting, and watching the elderly. special needs is new to me but I would love to get into...

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Recent post-surgery care reviews in Merrillville, IN

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.

Karen S.

5.0

Karen is awesome! She helped take care of my dad and was wonderful with him. She currently helps my mom with both senior care and housekeeping. She does an excellent job in both areas! We really appreciate Karen!

- Jennifer B.

Rosie K.

5.0

Rosie is a caring and compassionate person. She went above and beyond for all of the residents in her care. She was dedicated and loyal to her position. You won't get a better caretaker than Rosie!

- Linda B.

Asia B.

5.0

Asia is a very compassionate and caring caregiver. Asia was a companion to my 91 year old mother. She was a friend to my mother and her family. My mother looked forward to her time with Asia and I had peace of mind. She engaged my mother in activities and conversation. She was flexible when she...

- Mary W.

Kimberly R.

5.0

Kimberly is an incredible caregiver. She has been working for us for over two years and she has provided excellent care of our special needs daughter who is cognitively impaired and has a seizure disorder. She is loving, caring, thoughtful , trustworthy and she is always in a good mood. She will do...

- Adrienne N.

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