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60 senior care providers are listed in Portage, IN
The average rate is $18/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby senior care providers is 6 years
Senior care providers in Portage, IN
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience working with adult clients with disabilities. I've done day program care as well as in home care. I do the grocery shopping and plan and prepare meals. Give medications and assist with personal needs such as bathing. I've spent recent years caring for my 80-year-old mother and being a caregiver to my...
Diane can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, transportation, meal prep
5.0
"This wonderful young lady has been quite a blessing to our family while I recovered from foot surgery. She comes prepared to our house, maintains a flexible schedule and is a delightful conversationist!
Thanks Diane and thanks Care.com!"
Mark C.
4.1
(9)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I have extensive experience in the CNA field companion Care. I take my job serious and I am good at what I do. I am trustworthy, kind, and compassionate and have the experience that a family is looking for with their loved one, I am honest and dependable, I also have a background check and DMV check on file with care. com that I...
Lisa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, hospice services, live-in home care, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Lisa is a very caring person. She was able to handle our father even though he could be very challenging. She worked effectively with our dad's team of caregivers and was with him and the family at the time of his passing. Our dad was in good hands with Lisa. She...
Melissa S.
5.0
(2)
Calm, upbeat demeanor to give patients more than just a caregiver but to give them a friend
Active listening skills to take my time to understand what a patient is trying to communicate
Capability to monitor effectively and tell when something needs to be changed to a patient's routine
Exceptional cooking skills to...
Sherry can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, companionship, errands, light cleaning, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Sherry is the most dependable person I've ever met.
Sherry was never late arriving for performing her responsibilities and I always felt safe in her presence, if circumstances require a confident and responsible person, Sherry is that person."
David J.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as caring, energetic, reliable
I like caring for seniors because I would do the same for my own parent if I had the chance to. It makes me feel better.
I'm looking for a job that trusts me as their caregivers and has a reasonable schedule.
I started caring for seniors 10 years ago
In my spare...
Selina can also help with: Dementia, companionship, errands, hospice services, light cleaning, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Selina is a great worker! Definitely will recommend her."
Travon S.
Adegboyega O.
Portage, IN
$17-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I've worked with numerous elderly persons giving them a wide range of care! I'm kind and respectful and very reliable!
Adegboyega can also help with: Companionship, live-in home care, light cleaning, dementia, errands, meal prep & more
5.0
"Adegboyega goes by Moses. He is one of the most hardworking, kind, and respectful people I've ever met. If I have a need in the future I won't hesitate to hire him again!"
Joey A.
5.0
(1)
I am a mother of 4 and I have always had a love for helping those that need it. I currently work for a company that helps those with developmental disabilities achieve independence and promote choice. With this I have had to play many roles. I aide with transportation, hygiene, cooking, shopping, provide companionship, goal...
Iris can also help with: Live-in home care, respite care, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Iris is an amazing person and open to providing quality care for people when they need it most!"
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 5 years of experience, particularly working with the elderly and cardiovascular patients/clients. I can help with activities of daily living such as dressing, bathing, eating, etc. I can also help with cooking, light cleaning, transportation and more. Helping people overcome obstacles that come along with aging is my...
Mikayla can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, dementia, personal care
Skills:
CNA
Licensed Nurse
5.0
"Mikayla is an absolute Godsend. She treats our loved one with kindness, patience, and thoughtfulness. Mikayla is professional, punctual, and communicates effectively. I highly recommend Mikayla."
Care member
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Marina. I am 26 years old and I have worked with senior citizens for years. I have experience with dementia patients as well. I have my HHA license and I am CPR certified. I know how to use hoyer lifts, gait belts, slide boards and much more. I can also take blood sugars. I absolutely love this line of work and I...
Marina can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, meal prep, home modification, dementia, light cleaning & more
I'm retired from the Navy (Hospital Corpsman) and from the federal goverment.
I'm passionate about serving and helping others. I've returned to what I am very passionate about and that is supporting family needs and providing support to the elderly.
I've provided companion care for 2 incredible elderly ladies. I provided...
Marilyn can also help with: Personal care, dementia, home modification
I have 8 years experience taking care of some amazing people that I'm grateful for getting to know and help, up until their passing.
I started after my dad passed, caring for a wonderful man, quadriplegic for 6 years.
I helped for 4 months with cancer patient with dementia and colostomy bag. I do wish that I had more time with...
Shanna can also help with: Mobility assistance, hospice services, companionship, meal prep, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Besides owning my own business I am a certified counselor with years of experience caring for infants through senior adults. I'd be delighted if you trusted me with caring for your family!
* I don't have reviews through care. com but I do have multiple five star reviews through another company and local character/work...
Carrie can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care, dementia, companionship
Steffani D.
Portage, IN
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
LPN Available For Elderly Care Part Time/as Needed. 10+ Years Experience.
Hi! My name is Steffani. I am a LPN. I have 20 years of experience with elderly care. I currently work full time at an assisted living facility. I am very versatile and competent. I am very knowledgeable in all areas of care. I am First Aid and CPR certified. Can provide several references and paperwork verifying certifications....
Steffani can also help with: Dementia, personal care
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
Licensed Nurse
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 7 years experience as a caregiver. I have been trained to do almost anything one could need. I can bathe in a bathtub, bed bath, or shower. I can prepare meals and feed a patient. I know how to check a temperature, blood pressure, heartbeat, blood sugar and oxidation. I can use a Hoyer lift for bed ridden patients. I can...
Barbara can also help with: Errands, personal care, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Home Health Aide
I have worked in a Geriatric doctor office. I have worked in nursing homes and assisted living. I have currently been at my job as an Activities Director for the past 3 years. I am capable of bathing, feeding and help with every day needs. I believe I am a caring, loving person. I would treat your family member like they were my...
Michele can also help with: Personal care, dementia
Skills:
CNA
CPR
I am a very big people person willing to help out and hear anything from your loved ones. My great grandma was a huge reason I was volunteering at a nursing home before. I know things can be scary but I am very calm and willing to learn to care for your loved one. I would love to talk further about myself if needed. I have my...
Madelyn can also help with: Errands, transportation, meal prep, light cleaning, live-in home care, dementia & more
Kimberlee C.
Portage, IN
$20-24/hr
I am very personable and caring. I spent years in assisted living and nursing homes visiting my grandparents.
I was also a primary caregiver for a close friend during the final years of her life. I considered it an honor to be a part of such a private time in her family's life.
I volunteer at a hospice facility and work with...
Kimberlee can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, live-in home care, errands, hospice services & more
I have 9 years of experience. I can help with Home Care and Personal Care. I am also a certified nursing assistant I have worked in home care nursing homes also hospitals... I am also CPR trained I am certified in dementia
Samia can also help with: Personal care, light cleaning, dementia, respite care, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
A little about me: I am a momma bear, which is where my patience, love, and understanding traits kick in. I've been a caregiver and babysat all ages including special needs children. Growing up with my cousin T, I knew she needed extra attention and affirmation. T has Prader Willi Syndrome. From low muscle tone, eating...
Carissa can also help with: Personal care, dementia, respite care
Hello my name is Tekina. Ive worked in healthcare 16 years I hold an interest in a senior care position. I was a manager over 10 residential locations , that consists of four individuals at minimum . I work with seniors with dementia and Alzheimer's, including developmental disabilities and psychological disabilities; causing me...
Tekna can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, home modification, hospice services, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Tekna is a great caregiver! She is very thorough and very personable. If our financial situation had been different, we would’ve kept her full time and then some! She is never late and really tries to go above and beyond."
Care member
Tonya T.
Portage, IN
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have experience working with cancer patients as well as patients suffering from dementia. I have also worked with patients who suffer from terminal ailments.
Tonya can also help with: Meal prep, errands, dementia, respite care, light cleaning, hospice services & more
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Recent senior care reviews in Portage, IN
Diane G.
5.0
This wonderful young lady has been quite a blessing to our family while I recovered from foot surgery. She comes prepared to our house, maintains a flexible schedule and is a delightful conversationist!
Thanks Diane and thanks Care.com!
- Mark C.
Lisa G.
5.0
I ended up in quite a pickle when my step dad ended up in the hospital and my mom was dealing with fracture after a fall. I posted for help on care and was suddenly flooded with applicants. After LOTS of calls and research, I chose Lisa who was able to start quickly, didn't have all the day/time...
- Kim R.
Sherry C.
5.0
Sherry is the most dependable person I've ever met.
Sherry was never late arriving for performing her responsibilities and I always felt safe in her presence, if circumstances require a confident and responsible person, Sherry is that person.
- David J.
Selina M.
5.0
Selina is a great worker! Definitely will recommend her.
- Travon S.
Adegboyega O.
5.0
Adegboyega goes by Moses. He is one of the most hardworking, kind, and respectful people I've ever met. If I have a need in the future I won't hesitate to hire him again!
- Joey A.
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FAQs for finding senior care in Portage, IN
In 2024, how much does senior care cost near me in Portage, IN?
The average rate for hiring a senior care provider in Portage, IN on Care.com is $18.28 per hour as of April 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 Portage, IN?
You can find a variety of in-home senior care options in Portage, IN 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 Portage such as assisted living facilities or nursing homes.
How can I find senior care near me in Portage, IN?
Care.com has 25 senior care providers in Portage, IN. You can filter and sort local senior care providers by distance from Portage and compare your options by reading about their experience, services they provide, and reviews from other families.
Ratings for Portage, IN senior care providers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Senior Care Providers in Portage, IN are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 17 reviews of the 60 listed senior care providers.