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Senior care providers in Alachua, FL

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Andrea S.


Gainesville, FL

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Multifaceted Personal Assistant Serving

4.9

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Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Andrea. I am a Professional and Compassionate caregiver with 10+ years of experience providing exceptional care to my clients. I am highly experienced caregiver with extensive insight into providing one-on-one personalized care to my clients. Exceptionally talented in assisting patients with ambulation and...
Andrea can also help with: Personal care, transportation, errands, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Andrea is the most caring person we know. She has show our family that she truest cares and can handle anything that we have given her to take care of. She is the most pleasant individual you could hope for, to take care of your family member. I highly recommend...

Dale P.

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Mary L.


Gainesville, FL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have long-term experience with the senior population. All activities of daily living: medications reminders, bathing, mind stimulation, walks, doctor visits, I am a LPN with 29 years experience who is Kind, compassionate, trustworthy.
Mary can also help with: Personal care, companionship, dementia, meal prep, errands, mobility assistance & more
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Licensed Nurse

5.0
"Mary takes care of my mom with early to mid-stage dementia and she loves when Mary comes to spend time with her! Mary is knowledgeable, prompt, courteous and respectful. Mary keeps me apprised of how mom is doing throughout the day. It's such a relief to have...

Beth S.

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Enya T.


Archer, FL

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have previously worked in a nursing home helping care for seniors with needs ranging from temporary rehabilitation after surgeries to long term care for seniors with Alzheimer's and end of life care. I greatly enjoy being able to provide companionship and support to seniors. I was previously certified as a CNA and EMR as well...
Enya can also help with: Visiting nurse, live-in home care, dementia, personal care
5.0
"Enya served as an elder sitter/aide to my 89 year old mom. She was kind and compassionate and flexible with scheduling. I will definitely hire her again."

Debra W.

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Theresa D.


Gainesville, FL

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate In Providing Care And Creating Smiles!

I have over 15 years of experience in caring for patients and providing companionship. I am passionate about caring for patients' medical needs while improving their quality of life. I have multiple references that can be made available upon request that will demonstrate my character in my tendency to go above and beyond for...
Theresa can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, dementia, light cleaning, live-in home care, errands & more
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Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"I have known Terri for many years. She was recommended by your realtor, also a family friend. She is conscientious, trustworthy, reliable and caring. When a dear friend needed help with caring for her husband, I didn't think twice about recommending Terri. She...

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Wanda L.


Gainesville, FL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have been an in home care provider for the last several years. My clients illnesses have ranged from terminal cancer, various stages of Alzheimer's and stroke patient. My duties have included personal assistance with errands, assistance to and from doctors appointments, assistance with meal preparation, bathing n dressing. I...
Wanda can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, errands, respite care, hospice services, meal prep & more
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Home Health Aide

5.0
"Wanda is one of the sweetest people I've met, who deeply cares about her work. She is so reliable, responds quickly, and you can tell she is passionate about what she does. She goes above and beyond for anyone she's working with, and we were very lucky to have her...

Jenna A.

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Tara B.


Gainesville, FL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

4.0

(3)

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello im Tara very consistant, reliable, honest, positve additude and very loving person, helping others is my passion ive been offering care since 2011, working at a rehabilitation facility, I have great professional references, very clean background it would be my plesure to help out feel free to call or text at your...
Tara can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, light cleaning, companionship, hospice services, errands & more
5.0
"Tara has been a tremendous help to our family. She is very caring, knowledgeable and sweet. She and my Mom hit it off from the very beginning. She said Tara was easy to talk to and fun to be around. On my Mom's birthday she brought her a special cupcake and a...

Troy M.

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Mary S.


Gainesville, FL

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Cba Experience Caregiver/companion

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have over 20 years experience. I have lived in Gainesville over 30 years I love taking care of seniors , giving them compassionate care/companionship, and medical care. Experienced and very knowledgeable with dementia. My longest client was 4 1/2 years I will also assist in meal preparing, light housekeeping, errand, doctors...
Mary can also help with: Errands, dementia, meal prep, respite care, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"I needed someone to take me for a medical procedure and stay on site, Mary handled it great, her knowledge of the area and doctors was very helpful and I highly recommend her and valued her adivice. "

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Dedra W.


Gainesville, FL

$28-30/hr8 yrs exp

Senior Helper

I have 8 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Bathing/Dressing. I am a Certified Medical Assistant with CPR training and First Aid. I am also COVID vaccinated. I can also help run errand , light housekeeping , feeding , companionship and also just be there to listen to whatever is needed.
Dedra can also help with: Respite care, light cleaning, personal care, meal prep, errands, dementia & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"She was awesome , communicated very well , took care of my family member very well and also was very polite and gentle."

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Kelly M K.


Newberry, FL

$16-25/hr3 yrs exp

Extensive Experience Working With People

I have extensive experience working with people of all ages with disabilities. I am a certified para III. I acquired this certification while working for the ACPS. I've worked primarily with children with disabilities, but I have also worked for a friend as a caregiver to her mother. I cook, clean, do laundry, and assist with...
Kelly M can also help with: Home modification, companionship, light cleaning, dementia, errands, live-in home care & more
5.0
"Kelly was a caregiver for my Mom, Carole W. My mother's personality is very challenging. Partially, because that has always been her personality, and partially because she had a brain aneurysm at age 53. She is now 76. Kelly was able to motivate my Mom and keep her...

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Leshai S.


Gainesville, FL

$17-24/hr1 yrs exp

Certifed Nursing Assistant

Hello!! I'm a very creative and patient person, with a passion for caring for people of all ages. I have over 5 years of experience caring for a number of children ranging in age from infants to teenagers. I also have experience caring for elderly people, some of which have had dementia, Alzheimer's Disease, Sundowners, etc. For...
Leshai can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, respite care, meal prep, errands, dementia & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"I hired LeShai to watch my great grand father and he expressed that he is receiving the best care he's ever had. I'm so fortunate to have run into LeShai and feel like my great grand father is being taken care of"

Astrid L.

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David R.


Gainesville, FL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Ivey-Educated Strong And Kind Male Nurse

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a RN. I started my nursing care 11 years ago working in a medical surgical unit at the VA. After two years in this position I transitioned to private care nursing. This was a much better fit. I had the time to work closely with my patients/clients, really get to know them and be a part of their medical and personal support...
David can also help with: Errands, dementia, hospice services, live-in home care, light cleaning, home modification & more
5.0
"I recommend David R. at the highest level. He helped me twice daily for 3 months at home after a bad fall fractured my shoulder complicating mu already fragile health situation. He transferred me from bed to commode, monitored my walking, dealt with bed pans,...

Sonia G.

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Shelby F.


Gainesville, FL

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

I'm What Your Looking For

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Shelby, and I've been a Certified Nursing Assistant for 21 years. I've cared for individuals with multiple sclerosis, stroke, dementia, and those in hospice care. I have experience with lifting, using sit-to-stand devices, Hoyer lifts, and slide boards, and I'm skilled at maneuvering wheelchairs. Additionally,...
Shelby can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, errands, meal prep, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"Shelby is uber-professional, and well-trained in all aspects of in-home caregiving. She's attentive, has a lot of drive and initiative, and is just plain fun to be around. Highly recommend!"

Michael W.

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Chevelle W.


Gainesville, FL

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

very energetic reliable over 20 years experience love taking care of my elders 24-hour services emergency services
Chevelle can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, live-in home care, errands, light cleaning, companionship & more
5.0
"Lavonna was the best! She was so very kind and attentive to my needs and well being. I will definitely contact them again if the need arises. This entire group of women are amazing - kind, supportive, and understanding! "

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Debi W.


Archer, FL

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Need Help Taking Care Of Your Loved One?

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I can come to your home and help cook, help with housecleaning, laundry, errands, shopping, transportation to any kind of appointment, and give compassionate and loving companionship. I love providing home caregiving services to those that would otherwise not be able to do so. I have always enjoyed helping people so I know I am...
Debi can also help with: Personal care, respite care
5.0
"Debi is such a blessing for my husband and me. She is irreplaceable and I am so happy to have her helping us. She is a good and honest person that anyone would be proud to have in their home. So glad we found each other."

Diane L.

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Jewel C.


Gainesville, FL

$14-18/hr8 yrs exp

Companion And Caregiver

I am a very reliable, patient and compassionate person who finds great fulfillment in helping others. I especially enjoy working with the elderly and have 8+ years of experience providing companion care for individuals with dementia. I look forward to assisting your loved one and treating them like family. I can assist with...
Jewel can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep
5.0
"She will treat your family member with respect and kindness. Jewel is very professional and trustworthy. Your loved one will receive excellent care and attention. She goes over and above any expectations. I highly recommend her without any reservations."

Sherry J.

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Cynthia S.


Fort White, FL

$14-25/hr6 yrs exp

Helper, Housekeeping,appointments. Etc

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I've been taking care of elderly family members as well as neighbors and friends. I love spending my time with them and hearing all the stories and wisdom they have and I care for their well being. I can cook , clean and take them where they need to go with patience and care.
Cynthia can also help with: Dementia, personal care
5.0
"Wonderful, hard worker who treated my elderly mother with love and compassion. Cheerful demeanor and looked for ways to make my mother's life happier and more comfortable. would hire again."

Vivian P.

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Alma C.


Gainesville, FL

$30-42/hr10 yrs exp

Housekeeper/Senior Caregiver/C.N.A.

I enjoy working with people and being part of a team. As someone who tries always to be focused and aware of self-improvement and growth, I offer compassion combined with assertiveness in my work and in my approach to people, generally.
Alma can also help with: Companionship, errands, hospice services, live-in home care, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

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Larissa S.


Gainesville, FL

$15-50/hr3 yrs exp

PhD Student Looking For Tutoring Opportunities, Pet Care Opportunities, Housekeeping And Others

I'm a graduate student at UF so while I have a busy schedule, I'm also flexible. I love working with pets and tutoring STEM subjects. I have experience with senior care and enjoy tasks such as house cleaning and other errands I'd describe my personality as outgoing, intelligent, sweet I like caring for seniors because I got...
Larissa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, errands, live-in home care, mobility assistance & more
I am a vibrant, dependable, passionate individual seeking an opportunity to offer my servant skills. Along with my previous caregiver experience I would like to gain greater exposure and opportunity that will enhance my work knowledge in this field. My goal is to obtain future opportunities leading to career advancement. I...
Dekosha can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

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Rocio T.


Gainesville, FL

$20-50/hr3 yrs exp

Hi! I'm Rocio. I would absolutely love to care after you. I am CPR certified and have taken care of my grandparents my whole life. I love to cook, clean, run errands, and be a good friend to talk to. I am responsible, reliable, genuine, and fun. Thank you so much for your consideration.
Rocio can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, errands, light cleaning

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Recent senior care reviews in Alachua, FL

Andrea S.

5.0

Andrea is very dependable, she has been taking care of my mom for about a month now and she is very caring. I would definitely recommend her. She helps with preparing her food and handling her laundry etc.

- Care member

Mary L.

5.0

Mary takes care of my mom with early to mid-stage dementia and she loves when Mary comes to spend time with her! Mary is knowledgeable, prompt, courteous and respectful. Mary keeps me apprised of how mom is doing throughout the day. It's such a relief to have someone I trust in my home and caring...

- Beth S.

Enya T.

5.0

Enya served as an elder sitter/aide to my 89 year old mom. She was kind and compassionate and flexible with scheduling. I will definitely hire her again.

- Debra W.

Theresa D.

5.0

Terrie helped care of my husband and my sister. She is a kind, loving and compassionate woman. She went over and beyond the call of duty.

- Care member

Wanda L.

5.0

Wanda was hired to care for my 73 year old father who has end-stage cancer. Although we had to make the difficult decision to transition him into an assisted living facility shortly after we hired Wanda, the time she was able to spend with him was priceless. Wanda is punctual and an excellent...

- Danielle W.

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