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109 senior care providers are listed in Gainesville, FL
The average rate is $18/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby senior care providers is 5 years
Senior care providers in Gainesville, FL
5.0
(11)
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: Dementia, hospice services, respite care, meal prep, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
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. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
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: Dementia, light cleaning, errands, personal care, respite care, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"She was awesome , communicated very well , took care of my family member very well and also was very polite and gentle."
Care member
5.0
(8)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Over 11 years experience in the following areas Alzheimer's, dementia, rehab, stroke victims, adult companion, sitter, and also long term care units
I also offer sitting positions
( hospitals, and nursing home's ) with overnight supervision . To provide extra safety for you're loved ones .
Cheri can also help with: Respite care, dementia, personal care, hospice services, visiting physician, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Cheri is very dependable, always ready to help. I felt like family. I would highly recommend her."
Care member
5.0
(2)
I've been doing home health on the side for over 10 years. I am comfortable with almost anything and anyone, I would consider myself a true caring people person, I attempt to wear a smile 24/7 and would truly love to care for your loved ones.
Thomasina can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, companionship, errands, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Thomasina (Sina) is an EXCELLENT caregiver, and I highly recommend her! My husband was blessed to have her help him during the last several weeks of his life. Not only did he receive the highest quality of care from her, she brightened our lives with her great...
Care member
5.0
(6)
I'm very passionate about senior care, kind, caring, calm and very patient, and empathetic. I'm able to provide companion and emotional support, help with meal preparation, medication reminders, and dressing, bathroom assistance. I like caring for seniors because I feel they need our help and understanding more than anyone else.
Lori Anne can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, companionship, meal prep, errands & more
5.0
"Lori took care of both her parents at their home for the past two years and one had Alzheimer’s. She is organized, compassionate and devoted to helping others."
Care member
5.0
(6)
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: Dementia, live-in home care, companionship, light cleaning, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Terrie is an amazing caregiver and is an equally wonderful person. She worked with me caring for my wife who suffered with ALS. The level of care was intense because my wife was almost completely incapacitated. Terrie is punctual and reliable and is compassionate....
Care member
5.0
(1)
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: Light cleaning, dementia, errands, meal prep, hospice services, respite care & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"She watched my great aunt for a few months while I had to work hours, I would hire her again, very helpful!"
Eros M.
Andreina R.
Gainesville, FL
$19-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Been a home caregiver for four years now , im also an LNA , so I'm learning new skills every day , I can help with anything ! Companionship, housekeeping and personal care !
Andreina can also help with: Errands, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"She gave loving competent care to my wife. She worked all the time she was in our home unlike many others."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I live in a senior community and fully understand the frustrations we seniors encounter. I have assisted clients experiencing various degrees of dementia/Alzheimer's.
I like to see every client as a friend who recognizes me as a compassionate fellow traveler on the aging road.
I Am a former High School , Middle School teacher...
Jane can also help with: Dementia, personal care
Chevelle W.
Gainesville, FL
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 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: Errands, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, live-in home care & more
5.0
"This young lady was so awesome she did companionship for my mother as well as took care of our housekeeping needs she was very professional reliable sweet and charming and very experienced in companionship I would highly recommend her when my mom came down with...
Tyler G.
5.0
(2)
Hello, my name is Shelby, a CNA with 21 years of EXPERIENCE. I've taken care of MS, stroke, dementia and hospice clients. I'm able to lift, use sit to stand , hoyer, and slide boards. I bring NEW ideas and a sense of RElIEf. Other great qualities I have are cooking, shopping, cleaning, and doing laundry. I know it's hard keeping...
Shelby can also help with: Errands, dementia, meal prep, hospice services, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Shelby is a great caregiver. Hated losing her when she moved. I would hirer her back in a heartbeat."
Care member
Courtney H.
Gainesville, FL
$20-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
I've been taking care of geriatric patients in their home for over 10 years. From wound care to grocery shopping any aspect they need to live a happy fulfilled life is what I can provide. Looking forward to speaking with you and taking care of your loved one
Courtney can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, mobility assistance, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Courtney is an amazing person! She is very dependable, well-liked, and gives her all to any task she is assigned. Everyone loves her, and she loves everyone she has worked for, She worked for my mother in law, who was a little cantankerous. However, in no time,...
Sherilyn M.
Mary L.
Gainesville, FL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
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, dementia, errands, mobility assistance, meal prep, companionship & more
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
5.0
"Mary has been helping care for my father who has dementia. She is very kind, caring and always willing to help. She has made a concerted effort to try and engage my father in conversation, which is not easy given his dementia. She gets along well with my mother and...
Renuka H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an 3rd year occupational therapy student from the University of Florida. I have caregiver experience with seniors who have experienced strokes and those with dementia. I have completed my clinical rotations in hand therapy and an inpatient rehab setting in which my caseload was mainly seniors 60+ with a variety of...
Nhu can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, personal care, errands, mobility assistance, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Nhuy is a treasure. She is kind, caring and responsible. She is always eager to take on any task or assist in any way. I highly recommend her for any of your caregiving needs."
Lorraine M.
5.0
(1)
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands
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.
Tara B.
Gainesville, FL
$15-25/hr • 10 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: Hospice services, light cleaning, live-in home care, errands, dementia, companionship & 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.
I grew up next door to my great-grandfather as a child, and it remains one of my most treasured memories. I grew up assisting him with grocery shopping, light housekeeping, and some laundry as he was in a motorized wheelchair. I am currently in school to become a Speech Pathologist where elder care will be a large part of my...
Dorothy can also help with: Companionship
I am very patient and can help with any housekeeping, meal prep, transportation and companionship needed.
Ashley can also help with: Personal care
I lived in a community over the summer which focused on the care of adults with mental disabilities. There I was a live in care giver for 5 elderly people with mental disabilities. I did personal care, took care of medications, cooked, cleaned and kept everyone company.
Alexandra can also help with: Home modification, meal prep, errands, companionship, light cleaning, dementia & more
Hello! My name is Jaylah, and I am a dedicated caregiver located in Orlando, FL, with a genuine passion for enhancing the quality of life for the elderly. With a strong background in healthcare, holding a Master of Science in Medicine and certifications in BLS/First Aid, CPR, and as a Medication Technician, I bring a...
Jaylah can also help with: Meal prep, errands
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Recent senior care reviews in Gainesville, FL
Mary S.
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.
- Care member
Dedra W.
5.0
She was awesome , communicated very well , took care of my family member very well and also was very polite and gentle.
- Care member
Cheri B.
5.0
This review is long! I apologize in adance. My grandmother has suffered multiple strokes and has dementia, which is becoming more aggressive. Caring for her while maintaining life has become much more challenging. The care that Cheri provides makes life feel manageable now. I am grateful to have an...
- Care member
Thomasina B.
5.0
Thomasina (Sina) is an EXCELLENT caregiver, and I highly recommend her! My husband was blessed to have her help him during the last several weeks of his life. Not only did he receive the highest quality of care from her, she brightened our lives with her great sense of humor.
- Care member
Lori Anne F.
5.0
Lori was a joy to work with
She was attentive and caring to my parents and family
I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Lori to anyone
- Care member
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FAQs for finding senior care in Gainesville, FL
In 2024, how much does senior care cost near me in Gainesville, FL?
The average rate for hiring a senior care provider in Gainesville, FL on Care.com is $18.29 per hour as of May 2024. This rate will vary depending on the level of care needed (medical/non-medical or overnight care), the provider's certifications, years of experience, and total amount of hours required per day/week.
What types of senior care are available near me in 2024 in Gainesville, FL?
You can find a variety of in-home senior care options in Gainesville, FL on Care.com. Some of these options include having a companion to support your loved one with daily activities such as getting around the house, helping with meal prep, light housekeeping or even dressing/bathing. You also have the option to find a nursing assistant if medical care is required. There are also caregivers who can provide senior transportation to run errands or drive to doctor appointments. For seniors that require highly monitored care or cannot remain in their own homes, you'll find other options in Gainesville such as assisted living facilities or nursing homes.
How can I find senior care near me in Gainesville, FL?
Care.com has 109 senior care providers in Gainesville, FL. You can filter and sort local senior care providers by distance from Gainesville and compare your options by reading about their experience, services they provide, and reviews from other families.
Ratings for Gainesville, FL senior care providers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Senior Care Providers in Gainesville, FL are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 55 reviews of the 109 listed senior care providers.