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I can care for your senior adult. I can provide grooming, social and housekeeping needs.
I can do transportation needs and pet needs as well.
Sharon can also help with: Hospice services, personal care, dementia, respite care
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have completed the relias learning training program. Care Academy, I'm certified in many many positions I've spent my whole adult life taking care of the elderly, I'm a certified caregiver, CPR, First Aid, and hospice care. an Flu, TB, Covid Vaccine, and the new booster shot . I will treat your family as if they were my own...
Donna can also help with: Dementia, mobility assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
Wound Care
Home Health Aide
Jessica K.
Altoona, PA
$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
Looking To Help Care For Your Loved Ones As I Would For My Own
I'm currently a nursing student and I have 5 plus years experience as a caregiver for the elderly, disabled and intellectually disabled. I have experience with assisting with personal care, such as bathing, dressing and grooming. Also able to provide transportation to and from doctors appointments or shopping. Light...
Nicole M.
Altoona, PA
$19-28/hr • 3 yrs exp
I like caring for seniors because I've helped my entire family whether it's with simple everyday tasks or even helping them around the house. I enjoy it and enjoy giving them company and will treat yours like my own.
I'm looking for a job that is fun but also professional
I started caring for seniors in 2015
In my spare...
Nicole can also help with: Companionship, errands, light cleaning, live-in home care, home modification, meal prep & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
Greetings! I am an LPN (15 years). I started my career in a home. I then transitioned into private duty (in home) care. I like to get to know the people I care for. I am reliable, caring and very particular about bathing and personal care. I have worked with people who have intellectual and physical disabilities. I have...
Janeen can also help with: Errands, personal care, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, home modification & more
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
4.9
(14)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience providing all kinds of care, companionship, light housekeeping, meal preparations, personal hygiene, medications reminders, comfort care, help meet the needs of day to day living. Clients have included: Hospice situations due to sickness or age, Car Accidents. I am passionate about what I do because I am making...
Mary can also help with: Respite care, dementia, personal care, hospice services
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I hired Mary to provide care to my mother upon her return home from a car accident. My mother had physical limitations and also struggles with some cognitive deficits. Mary's past experience was perfect for our needs at that time. Not only did she provide...
Tricia G.
Adebusola O.
Hollidaysburg, PA
$23/hr • 3 yrs exp
4.8
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
This is a job I do and I love it. Caring for people is not just a profession but a job with passion. My love for this job as kept me going. I love my profession as a caregiver this is my calling and I enjoy every challenges that comes along with it.
Adebusola can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, errands, dementia, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"She's very hard working and reliable."
Oluwabusayo A.
Ginger B.
Hollidaysburg, PA
$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have been housekeeping for 3 years. I currently have 6 homes that I clean for and have references. I also am a caregiver. I am friendly and reliable and have my own car.
Ginger can also help with: Dementia, errands, transportation, light cleaning, meal prep
I am a kind, honest and reliable 60 yo woman who recently moved back to PA from CT. I worked in a Primary Care Office as a Certified Medical Assistant for 20 + years, seeing patients from birth to old age. I especially enjoyed seeing the elderly patients who came in for routine visits and have been told I am a good listener. I...
Brenda can also help with: Personal care, dementia, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, respite care & more
5.0
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Hello! My name is Alana. I am Christian senior caregiver. I've done senior care live in and live out. Most of my employment in senior care was part time as the senior-loved one's I cared for were in recovery from a fall or had mobility issues. I do want to add I do bring my 3-year-old with me to work. The people I've cared for...
Alana can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, transportation
5.0
"Alana was 100% Reliable while taking care of my mother in law. Alana is your ideal care taker because whe cares sincerely and keeps perfect communication flow. Alana was very sweet and loving towards my husbands Mom, she prepared amazing food that our Mom was happy...
Carolina P.
Hello there!
I absolutely love doing what I do! It warms my heart to make others feel better. I have been working with the elderly for about 2 years. I love to volunteer and work in homes with them.
-Meal prep.
-Bathing/Dressing.
-Tv.
-Medication.
I hope I can meet your standards and relieve you of worry by allowing me to...
Alexandra can also help with: Live-in home care, visiting nurse, light cleaning, home modification, meal prep, personal care & more
I'm a compassionate caregiver and take pride in my work. I have years of experience with providing in-home patient needs. I have a lot of experience, I enjoy doing what I do.
Andrea can also help with: Errands, companionship, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
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Recent caregiver reviews in Altoona, PA
Mary N.
5.0
I hired Mary to provide care to my mother upon her return home from a car accident. My mother had physical limitations and also struggles with some cognitive deficits. Mary's past experience was perfect for our needs at that time. Not only did she provide companionship and structure to my mother...
- Tricia G.
Adebusola O.
5.0
She's very hard working and reliable.
- Oluwabusayo A.
Alana H.
5.0
Alana was 100% Reliable while taking care of my mother in law. Alana is your ideal care taker because whe cares sincerely and keeps perfect communication flow. Alana was very sweet and loving towards my husbands Mom, she prepared amazing food that our Mom was happy to eat.
She helped us make sure...
- Carolina P.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Altoona, PA
What caregiver services can I find near me in Altoona, PA?
Most private senior caregiver services in Altoona, PA will offer companionship, safety supervision, and assistance with daily activities in the comfort of the person's home. Caregivers can help seniors to move safely around their home, provide social and emotional support, assist with different degrees of personal care (bathing, dressing, or feeding), and help with meal preparations or light housekeeping. They can also help your loved one with medication reminders, and some can even drive them to any errand or doctor appointments around Altoona.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Altoona, PA in 2024?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Altoona, PA on Care.com as of May, 2024 is $14.80 per hour. This cost may fluctuate depending on the type of assistance needed by your senior loved one and the caregiver's experience and certifications.
How do I find private caregivers near me in Altoona, PA?
There are currently 5 caregivers in Altoona, PA on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Altoona, PA or zip code, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options. From there, compare candidates by reading about their experience working with seniors, the type of caregiving services they provide, and their hourly rate. Be sure to run background checks and check references from other families in Altoona before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Altoona, PA background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Altoona, PA on Care.com are asked to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. Senior caregivers who complete this background check will have a badge on their profile displaying the date it was run. While CareCheck is a good start, we strongly recommend that you follow some additional steps for hiring a caregiver for seniors safely, which include interviewing candidates, checking references, and running your own background check. Visit our Safety Center to learn more.