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I took cared of a senior female who was no longer able to drive a car. I took her out to lunch every day and we sat and talked. After lunch we went back to her house and I did some light housework, then we watched Law and Order until it was time to go home. I worked eight years with special need children in the school system,...
Janet can also help with: Meal prep, personal care, errands, light cleaning, transportation
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) with over 10 years of experience caring for individuals in the comfort of their own home. I assist with everyday needs such as dressing, bathing, providing medicine, meal prep/cooking, mobility assistance, grocery shopping, accompanying during errands and doctors appointments, providing...
Elizabeth W.
Windsor, VA
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-time - Full-time Depending On Which Days/hours During The Week/weekend Senior Caregiver
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Mother of 3 boys. I enjoy helping people big, small, young and young at heart. I have experience with youngsters from my own and in my younger years. My more recent care experience is with more aged individuals for the last 12 years. I've worked with Long term care, Hospice, Dementia/Alzheimer's, Special needs, Skilled/Therapy...
Elizabeth can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, errands, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"This girl is fantastic with the elderly who has dementia, agitation issues and hallucinations!! I wish I had found her long before I did! She is great, calm, loving to her patients, treats them as her own family. She did "Spa days" with my mother in law!! She...
Jackie R.
Raechel H.
Windsor, VA
$13-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello, I am 24 years old and I have been in health care since I was 17.
I enjoy helping others and I treat my clients like my family!
I am emt certified and have had many years of assisting people with many different types of disabilities.
I am available every day and would love to help your family in any way I can!
5.0
(32)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I provide senior care services. I have been in the healthcare field for 20+ years, CPR-BLS certified, COVID, Influenza vaccinated, criminal and motor vehicle background check is part of my portfolio.
I go above and beyond to care for you and your loved one. Please see below for services I provide and feel free to check out my...
Cherita can also help with: Companionship, errands, home modification, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Cherita has been fantastic with my Dad. My Father can be difficult in terms of allowing help to come into his home. Cherita has been patient and slowly allowing him to adjust to this new situation. Dad has been very complimentary of Cherita. She has been on time...
Cindy F.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been a nurse for 10+ years and most of my work has been with elderly, pediatric, and special needs families. I myself have a grandfather who is 100 years old, and want nothing but the best for him. I may not be able to help care for him (since he is out of state with my parents) but I can help care for your loved ones. I...
Heather can also help with: Hospice services, respite care, personal care, dementia, mobility assistance, companionship & more
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
CNA
5.0
"Heather was an absolute gift from the Lord to my family in the final weeks of our Mother's care. We needed her nursing skills, her heart and compassion for those in her care, and her genuine kindness in our home. She was above professional standards that we were...
Ann S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I have over 5 years of experience (volunteer and paid) looking after children and adults with varying disabilities. I also know basic sign language (such as sit, eat, wait, thank you, etc.). I have experience with in-home care and in community settings with individuals and groups! I know how important experience and trust...
5.0
"Kayla is wonderful with the Special Needs population. She is kind and caring, but additionally she is dependable, creative, energetic, honest, and takes initiative. Kayla follows instructions, asks good questions, and is a good communicator. I trust her completely...
Jean R.
Lakeshia P.
Portsmouth, VA
$16-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I JUST MOVED TO Virginia!!
Have you ever thought to yourself "I wish I had a reliable babysitter who doesn't charge a arm and leg." No worries, I'm here to assist! My #1 passion is helping others and #2 is being around kids. Combine those two and you have an extremely hard working- fun filled individual. My services are done...
5.0
"Lakeshia BN) was very professional and stayed in touch with me via text to let me know that my daughter was doing well throughout the day. She was so genuine and a true natural with children. Definitely going to hire her again."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Sakinah. I am a certified nursing assistant with over 20 years of experience. I am pleasant, polite, loving, caring, patient, trustworthy, respectful and empathetic. I have a positive assertive attitude and the ability to remain calm during stressful and unpleasant situations. I am passionate about caring for...
Sakinah can also help with: Home modification, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
CPR
5.0
"Sakinah really helped me in a pinch. She is very experienced and has great personality."
Valerie J.
Wendy O.
Chesapeake, VA
$13-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I will provide care for your seniors, children, or fur babies when you're unable to. I have been a nurse for over 20 years and specialize in pediatrics and senior care. I worked in a pediatric clinic for over 10 years and I have worked in Skilled Nursing and Long Term Care for seniors for over 5 years. I have been in home health...
Wendy can also help with: Personal care
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
5.0
"I can’t say enough good things about Wendy. It was my first time using her as a caretaker for my brother-in-law. She was extremely kind and caring. I went away for the entire day, and didn’t have a care in the world about whether or not he was being taken care of....
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have several years in assistance with Special needs patients. I'm Caring, Compassionate, and willing to learn your way of attending your loved one.
My extensive background includes, working in healthcare, and pharmacy.
I assist with daily ADL's Bathing, Dressing, Feeding. I also, do light meals, Dr. visits, errands, etc.
5.0
(2)
I remember as a young child going out to dinner with my parents on a Friday night, as we often did. I would always notice this one elderly man sitting off to the side eating his dinner quietly... alone. I constantly glanced over in his direction trying to make sure he was okay and his needs were being met during his dinner out....
Jennifer can also help with: Dementia, errands, hospice services, light cleaning, home modification, live-in home care & more
5.0
"She is wonderful! Always happy and is ready To do anything that's needed. And Jennifer is a great cook too!"
Pam S.
5.0
(3)
I have 10+ years of nursing experience. I can help with Transportation Services, Dementia and Intellectual development disability individuals. I asssist. residents with activities of daily living including helping with meals, transferring using assistive devices, bathing, dressing and grooming. I'm very reliable, service-focused...
Kendra can also help with: Respite care, live-in home care, personal care, dementia, hospice services
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Kendra is very respectful and I always attentive...She always has a smile on her face to brighten up your day. She cared for my Grandfather for 2 years and we all miss her. She was very reliable to us when we needed her, she is one of a kind..."
Dennis G.
5.0
(4)
I have been doing home care for quite some time now. I have been working for my grandparents and great grandparents. As a Personal Care Aide I have worked for agencies . I'm currently working at a Group home for Adults with mental health and intellectual disabilities.
Tysean can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, personal care, errands
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I loved that he was always eager to work and even more eager to learn the steps and protocols of the job. I had an amazing experience with Tysean I can honestly say it was a pleasure and also a breath of fresh air I was not only pleased with his service but I was...
Care member
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been working as a nursing assistant for over 10 years . I have had experience in private duty home care , group homes working with adults with mental and intellectual disabilities as well as senior care working with aging seniors and all the health issues that may come with aging including Dementia and Alzheimer's...
Shandoria can also help with: Personal care, dementia
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Shandoria (Shannon) is great. She was super helpful to both my mother-in-law and father-in-law and was always wiling to jump in and help in any way that was needed. She has a very kind, calm presence and was very patient and caring even in difficult situations. I...
Deborah F.
Amanda G.
Hampton, VA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 30 years experience in bed side nursing. I have worked in nursing homes, assisted living, hospice environments, private duty, and hospitals. My specialty is geriatrics patients. I've worked with dementia and Parkinson's patients. I've taken care of those who have also had physical disabilities and mentally challenged. I...
Amanda can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, hospice services, companionship, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
5.0
"Amanda helped our family with our senior father. She did a great job and my dad loved having her there. I would recommend her for any type of health care. Thank you Amanda for helping us
The L family"
Lori L.
5.0
(13)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I have 20+ years of experience in home health care, hospice, special needs and CPR/first Aide certified. I have been blessed enough to work with all types of ailments and to name a few, dementia, Alzheimer and ALS. I am very passionate about the care I give to my clients, always willing to go the extra mile. I worked in...
Resse can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands, dementia, companionship, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Wound Care
CNA
5.0
"In January 2020, my mother was diagnosed with Alzheimer's. At the time, I lived and worked as a full-time professional in VA, and she lived several states away. After attempting to develop and manage a long-distance care plan for my mother, I decided to move her...
John S.
Michelle S.
Suffolk, VA
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Smiley Face, Loving And Sweet And Passionate Of What I Do
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I do believe my calling is to make others lives meaningful, creating happiness and touch others lives. I love to take care of people and based on my experiences , I give dignity, respect and value of what I do in life. I work in my entire life taking care of others people lives. Give any good references. I worked as DSP II for...
Michelle can also help with: Hospice services, mobility assistance, companionship, errands, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"Michelle worked for my 91 year old mother (who has dementia) for about 4-5 months in Virginia Beach. She is an extremely dependable, honest and knowledgeable CNA who has a great enthusiastic, upbeat personality. My mom really enjoyed her company and she was very...
Miriam H.
Deon S.
Newport News, VA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Dedicated compassionate, reliable, caring caregiver with 15 years of experience working with patients committed to overall patient well-being and help through personal care and energetic engagement skilled in assisting patients with daily living
5.0
"Deon could not schedule to work with 100 year old mother, but she did give a lead for someone else. She was very nice about it. We wanted to hire her."
Kevin G.
Samantha L.
Portsmouth, VA
$13-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Married my high school sweetheart in March of 2020. Together we have 1 dog, & a little girl born in June 22'. My husband's active duty Navy, currently stationed out of Norfolk, VA. I grew up with a open heart and mind for those with special needs as my sister has autism. I received two years of hands-on experience in a Sped...
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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Smithfield, VA
Elizabeth W.
5.0
This girl is fantastic with the elderly who has dementia, agitation issues and hallucinations!! I wish I had found her long before I did! She is great, calm, loving to her patients, treats them as her own family. She did "Spa days" with my mother in law!! She brought items from her own home such...
- Jackie R.
Cherita B.
5.0
Cherita takes her job very seriously. She is very concerned about the care and wellbeing of our elderly. She is a very dedicated, hardworking, and dependable individual. She is very passionate about her job, and enjoys her time with her clients.
- Tierney R.
Heather D.
5.0
Heather assisted in my husbands care for about a year and a half. Her caring nature, sense of humor, ability to problem solve issues was amazing during a difficult time. Heather is a dependable trustworthy person who give quality care-giving. My husband needs were great, and she exceeded all of...
- Julie B.
Kayla B.
5.0
Kayla is wonderful with the Special Needs population. She is kind and caring, but additionally she is dependable, creative, energetic, honest, and takes initiative. Kayla follows instructions, asks good questions, and is a good communicator. I trust her completely with my family member.
- Jean R.
Lakeshia P.
5.0
Lakeshia is always prompt. She followed our child's routine and made her feel comfortable.
- Kimberly B.