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27 respite care are listed in Kensington, MD
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby respite care is 10 years
Respite care in Kensington, MD
Elizabeth V.
Kensington, MD
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Sitter For Elderly And Children (incl. Special Needs)
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've had all 3 covid vaccination shots & have my records card signed & dated. I have worked with dev-disabled adults and children for over 20 years now. I've worked in DDA-certified group homes as well as provided respite care for family caregivers in private homes. I believe that developmentally-disabled people are very similar...
Iris K.
Bethesda, MD
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I provide care for a variety of care giving needs. Whether it's for extra assistance after a stay in the hospital, an aging parent who needs extra help or companionship to remain in their home or as a respite for the family member who cares for an ailing loved one.
* Private Residence
* An Independent Senior Living Community...
Iris can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning, home modification, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Iris is highly knowledgeable, skilled, and caring. She works tirelessly for her charges and has a big heart. She cared for my mother for many years and then also cared for my father for many more. She is very conscientious and capable and is a invaluable ally to...
Stacey S.
Widline S.
Hyattsville, MD
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Home Health Aide Available Full Time CNA Available For Companionship And Everything Else
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello for over 10 years, I have served the younger and the elderly, physically and mentally impaired with an immense passion and fulfillment. I seek to enrich the life of your loved one and ensure their well-being on a daily basis. I have experience caring for people with physical/mental disabilities, dementia, Alzheimer's,...
Widline can also help with: Light cleaning, home modification, hospice services, errands, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
CNA
My name is Lolonyo and I am a certified end-of-life planner, death doula, and companion. I provide many levels of non-medical care to seniors and those approaching the sunset of their lives, at any age. I am also available for respite care and daily life assistance. Call on me when you need a hand.
I'd describe my personality...
Lolonyo can also help with: Meal prep, respite care, light cleaning, errands, companionship
Hello! My name is Mia, and I'm an educator who mainly specializes in working with children with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Having two siblings with severe mental illnesses and another with autism, I learned caretaking from a young age. By high school, I was part-term respite care worker for children with...
Mia can also help with: Respite care, meal prep, light cleaning, errands
Rakita H.
Burtonsville, MD
$24-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as organized, patient, responsible
I like caring for seniors because I value building connections and flexible scheduling
I'm looking for a job that provides sense of purpose
I started caring for seniors when I was in high school..
In my spare time, I like to travel and spend time with family...
Rakita can also help with: Respite care, meal prep, mobility assistance, light cleaning, home modification, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
I am a certified Caregiver with many years of experience. From 4/20/22-7/20/24 I was employed by a Healthcare agency to care for clients . Prior to that, I provided home care privately, in Maryland, for several family members, my grandmother, mother and sister. As a family caregiver I gained experience caring for patients with...
Kathleen can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning, errands, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
CPR
Madelyn H.
Washington, DC
$18-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello! I am a graduate student studying speech-language pathology at Gallaudet University and I recently moved to DC from Birmingham, AL where I received my BS in Neuroscience. I have experience with kids of all age groups and abilities and love playing outside, doing crafts, and reading. Throughout undergrad, I worked in...
Hello I am female and a certified nursing assistant that has worked with the seniors for more 8 years.
I am compassionate, friendly, humble and caring person. I have been working with those that have Dementia/Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, stroke, respite, those with accidents such as brain injuries, hip and knee replacements.
I...
Joan can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, light cleaning, errands, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
5.0
(5)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I have an extensive experience with full support of senior including bathing, feeding, and medication management. I also have an extensive respite care experience. I have taken care of seniors in Hong Kong, Cyprus, the Philippines, and now in the US. I am gentle and caring. I work with your family to customize the level of care...
Enriquita can also help with: Personal care, respite care, live-in home care, home modification, dementia
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Tita is very good with S. She arrives with a bright and bubbly attitude. She is a very good worker - always tries to keep busy and keep things clean and neat. She has a good kind heart, is an attentive caregiver, and truly cares. We love having her here."
Care member
Maria G.
Montgomery Village, MD
$20-34/hr • 2 yrs exp
Excellent Care Giver With Great Patience And Energy
5.0
(2)
I have 2 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Respite Care. I have worked with numerous clients, and always put their needs first and above everything. I am bilingual and willing to flex my schedule with no hesitation. I worked as a registered nurse right out of college in my hometown in El Salvador...
Maria can also help with: Personal care, live-in home care, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Maria is the best! She genuinely cares for the people she cares for and is able to take initiative and complete her responsibilities with the utmost care and love. "
Luis C.
Patient, compassionate, positive redirect behaviors MANDT trained and very reliable. I have 6 years experience working with individuals with intellectual / physical disabilities under an social services compliance program. However, I love assisting, giving family members the break they well deserve much needed Respite. If this...
As the older sibling of a child with special needs, I have gained several years of exposure and experience with various needs and supports. Additionally, I have spent the past year working for a respite care program for children of ages 6-18. This experience has provided exposure to a wide range of disabilities and special...
Margaret W.
Herndon, VA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as Calm
dependable
purposeful
I like caring for seniors because they have served us /country/their children, its tim
a blessing to give back.
I'm looking for a job that I can make a difference daily in a vulnerable persons' life who realy deserves the best.
I started caring for seniors when I cared...
Margaret can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, live-in home care, home modification, errands, dementia & more
I am a Montgomery county public schools health tech. I work with a wide range of children. I am looking to be a helper/companion/respite care. My hours are anytime after 4:30 p.m. m-f and all day weekends.
I have 4 years of experience. I can help with Home Care and Respite Care and Companionship. I have experience with Foley Care, Vital Signs, Glucose Monitoring Check, Glucose Monitoring.
Cynthia can also help with: Respite care, live-in home care, personal care, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Nora C.
Laurel, MD
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
I'm A Respectful And Fun Person To Be With. People Have Reasons To Smile When They Are Around Me.
I'd describe my personality as proactive, goal achiever and compassionate. I'm able to work as a live-in or live-out caregiver. I am a Certified Nurse Assistant and a home health aid.
I like caring for seniors because I'm a very dedicated and caring person
I'm looking for a job that is customer satisfaction driven.
I...
Nora can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, light cleaning, errands, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
I am currently a certified Elementary/ Special Educator in the states of Virginia and Maryland. I have experience with using different techniques for caring for people with special needs through my education and 6 years of experience in this field.
I also have experience taking care of with various behavioral/ mental health...
Katelin K.
Falls Church, VA
$22/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Katelin! I am a caregiver and Masters of Clinical Social Work student based out of Falls Church. I attended Virginia Tech for my undergraduate degree where I obtained a B. S in Human Development. Those who know me consider me compassionate, honest, and responsible. I take great pride in these traits. In my free time, I...
Gisele G.
Lanham, MD
$22-24/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have a Compassionate Journey has a Mother and Caregiver,. As a mother of six embarking on my journey of caregiving. With a heart full of love and a spirit fueled by compassion, I am able to embraces the challenges and rewards that come with tending to the needs of others.
I have a remarkable calling emerged from the I always...
Gisele can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
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Recent respite care reviews in Kensington, MD
Iris K.
5.0
Iris is an extremely committed care worker. Always on time and goes above and beyond with every task. We trusted her in every way with our mom who had a feeding tube and couldn't walk, talk, or smile. Iris was with us for 10 months and we had our mom in 2 different homes during that time. She...
- Mary B.
Enriquita S.
5.0
Tita is very good with S. She arrives with a bright and bubbly attitude. She is a very good worker - always tries to keep busy and keep things clean and neat. She has a good kind heart, is an attentive caregiver, and truly cares. We love having her here.
- Care member
Maria G.
5.0
Maria is the best! She genuinely cares for the people she cares for and is able to take initiative and complete her responsibilities with the utmost care and love.
- Luis C.
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FAQs for finding respite care near you in Kensington, MD
What does respite care mean near me in Kensington, MD?
The respite care meaning can vary slightly depending on who is providing their services. This is why we recommend that you review the profiles of the 1 respite care providers near you in Kensington, MD carefully to see what services they offer. That being said, respite care services usually involve providing caregiving support when the usual caregiver can’t be there.
How can I find respite care services near me in Kensington, MD?
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How much does respite care cost near me in Kensington, MD?
The cost of respite care near you in Kensington, MD can vary depending on the cost of living in your location and how much experience the caregiver has. However, to give you a jumping off point, the average rate for respite care providers in Kensington, MD is $20.00 per hour.
What types of respite care services are available near me in Kensington, MD?
The types of respite care services you require likely depend on the type of care the person you’re caring for needs. For example, some people may require more general caregiving, whereas some need help with transportation, taking medication, or grooming. Because of this, it can be helpful to review different profiles of respite care providers near you in Kensington, MD.
How can I safely hire respite care near me in Kensington, MD?
To safely hire respite care near you in Kensington, MD, we strongly recommend you run an independent background check, interview a handful of different caregivers, and request references. You can also review the profiles of respite caregivers who have a CareCheck badge on their profile.