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Michelle G.'s Photo

Michelle G.

Caregiver

Athens, GA

4.5(1)
from
$19/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Dementia
errands
hospice services
light cleaning
live-in home care
+ 1 more
I have experienced taking care elderly people been doing this for 13 years I have good references lots of patience with them taking care theirs needs

Morgan H. says "She's great! We had her for my grandmother and she was amazing. she loved her, always on time, always nice."

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Geralyn B.'s Photo

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Athens, GA

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
8 years experience
Dementia
hospice services
personal care
respite care
I first realized that care giving was my calling when I went to visit my grandmother and aunt who, . Over the phone, things seemed well. But, when I arrived, I found things were not what they seemed. Before I knew it, I was making medical appointments, transporting, bathing, dressing, cooking, cleaning, med reminding, shopping,...

Care Member says "Geralyn is very proficient. She has an excellent work ethic. She and I have been together for almost a year and a half now. She is kind, loving and...

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Shakia R.'s Photo

I Love Taking Care Of People

Athens, GA

4.9(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
errands
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I'm a very caring, positive, reliable and patient person. I have been taking care of people since 2015 and it's the best thing ever! I have worked in nursing homes, assisted living facilities, daycares & people's homes, you name it! What got me into caregiving was seeing my older cousin being a caregiver. I thought it was the...

Care Member says "We have had Shakia in our home helping care for my husband recovering from an extended hospital stay. She's great with keeping things cleaned and...

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Deborah G.'s Photo

Senior Caregiver/ Companion Available

Athens, GA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
Companionship
errands
hospice services
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am a retired social worker/counselor. My experience includes caring for my terminally ill mother and another elderly relative in the past. Recently I've had the opportunity to assist a senior during recovery from shoulder surgery. I especially enjoy providing companionship and encouragement to those I assist.

Kelly S. says "I am my 90 year old mother's caretaker. Deborah has cared for her on several occasions when I needed 4-5 hours away. My mother has really taken to her....

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Lisa B.'s Photo

Empathetic, Caring And Trustworthy Care Giver

Athens, GA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
errands
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
10 years as an experienced caregiver working with seniors. CPR and BLS certified. Certified Clinical Medical Assistant by the National Healthcare Institute. Experience with dementia, Parkinson disease, bed bound patients, diabetes and various other chronic health problems. Experienced with medication management, bathing,...

Joy F. says "We love Lisa! She goes above and beyond! She is fantastic with my mom that has Dementia. Lisa has become family, I highly recommend her!"

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Imani H.'s Photo

Reliable & Professional Caregiver

Athens, GA

from
$25/hr
4 years experience
Dementia
errands
light cleaning
meal prep
transportation
My name is Imani & I am a compassionate caregiver of 4 years that has helped clients with dementia, cancer, diabetes, high blood pressure, etc. Caregiving has been my passion ever since I cared for my grandmother who passed away from thyroid cancer. I possess certification in First Aid techniques & CPR. I keep all of my...
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Caregiver/CNA

Athens, GA

from
$8/hr
2 years experience
Companionship
light cleaning
personal care
transportation
Experience caregiver. I enjoy working with seniors and helping them with activities of daily living. Provide quality care and assistance to residents in accordance with resident rights. Am a certified Nursing Assistant.
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Caregiver/RN

Athens, GA

from
$25/hr
20 years experience
Companionship
dementia
errands
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am a experienced registered nurse with a BSN degree and have over 20 years of experience and well versed in all aspects of nursing care. I have experience in hospice, dialysis, dementia, critical care and wound care. I also hold certifications as a CFRN and CCRN. I have been a baylor nurse (weekend nurse) for the last 20...
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Caregiver

Athens, GA

from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
errands
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Assist elderly with Adl's making sure they are happy, light housekeeping, assist with medication, run errands, meal prep, and Dr. appointments. Experience with Alzheimer's and Dementia.
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Expert Caregiver & Educator: Special Needs And Academic Tutoring

Athens, GA

from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
dementia
errands
hospice services
meal prep
+ 1 more
Compassionate Senior Care Aid with Specialized Experience Hello, I'm Melody, a dedicated Senior Care Aid with extensive experience in supporting elderly individuals, including those recovering from brain injuries and living with developmental disabilities. My background with United Cerebral Palsy and personal caregiving...
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Caregiver

Athens, GA

from
$10/hr
3 years experience
Dementia
personal care
visiting nurse
I have two years of experience caring for elders as a home aide, and at nursing homes, I love working as a CNA and be able to make a difference in this world helping others as I would like them to treat me some day.
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Melissa H.'s Photo

Senior Caregiver/Companion

Athens, GA

from
$8/hr
8 years experience
Dementia
errands
hospice services
light cleaning
live-in home care
+ 1 more
I took care of two of my elderly family members prior to and after they moved in with my family. I have managed medications, medical appointments and health issues and information. I have also worked with other older people who need assistance in certain areas. Including companionship, housekeeping, meal preparation, routine...
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Ashley D.'s Photo

Part Time Caregiver Available

Athens, GA

from
$10/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
hospice services
personal care
respite care
I am interested in helping to take care of your loved one. I am patient, kind, loyal, honest and reliable. I have always been a people person who likes to help others. I am CPR and first aid certified and have experience with administering medication and logging and tracking dosages.
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Leslie A.'s Photo

Part-Time And/Or Full-Time Caregiver

Athens, GA

from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
errands
light cleaning
meal prep
personal care
+ 1 more
I am interested in working with the elderly because I have a great love for them. I've always been surrounded by elders with needs. My mother, adopted parents, and my in-laws have an average age of 84 years. They need a lot of assistance with their daily life activities. My experience assisting those I love has motivated me to...
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Quality Family Support Elderly Care Liason

Athens, GA

from
$19/hr
1 year experience
Errands
light cleaning
meal prep
transportation
My past experience has been devoted to caregiving for youth but after my mother was diagnosed with an illness, I quickly learned many of the skills necessary to assist with elderly care, such as nutrition and food preparation, errands and transportation to doctor appointments and medication distribution. I'm also very able to...
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Reliable, Kind, And Called To Care

Athens, GA

from
$16/hr
1 year experience
Companionship
dementia
light cleaning
live-in home care
meal prep
+ 1 more
my name is Stella-- Caregiving is more than just a job - it's a calling. I strive to bring comfort, dignity and joy to those I care for, with empathy. I'd describe my personality as compassionate, reliable and patient I like caring for seniors because I see it's a way to honor their wisdom, life experiences and contributions....
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Lera H.'s Photo

Athens, GA

from
$20/hr
4 years experience
Errands
home modification
light cleaning
meal prep
mobility assistance
+ 1 more
My journey as a caregiver has been shaped by both personal and professional experiences. Raising my son with autism taught me patience, creativity, and adaptability-qualities I now bring to my caregiving work with seniors and individuals with special needs. I approach caregiving as more than a job; it's a calling built on...
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Tamitha G.'s Photo

Athens, GA

from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
dementia
errands
hospice services
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi I am Tamitha . Founder and CEO of Carter's Caring Caregivers. I bring 30+ years of hands-on caregiving experience, including working closely with individuals living with Alzheimer's and Dementia. I am CPR and First Aid certified and have a strong background as a Medication Technician. I assist with all ADLs, meal preparation,...
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Tecoya R.'s Photo

Athens, GA

from
$8/hr
3 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
live-in home care
meal prep
transportation
I have been a personal senior caregiver for relatives in my family that have been bedridden. I have experience using lifts, transport equipment, etc.
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Donna K.'s Photo

Compassionate Senior Care Specialist

Athens, GA

from
$20/hr
Companionship
dementia
errands
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Skills: Caregiver for 20+ years (infants through seniors) Assist with daily needs (dressing, bathing, feeding) Assist with medication management CPR certified First Aid certified BLS certified Currently enrolled in ASN program to obtain nursing degree.
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  • 60 caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.37/hr as of December 2025

  • The average star rating for rated caregivers is 4.6

Recent caregiver reviews from local parents in Athens, GA

Caregivers in Athens, GA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 40 reviews of the 60 listed caregivers

Michelle G.

She's great! We had her for my grandmother and she was amazing. she loved her, always on time, always nice.

- Morgan H.

Geralyn B.

Geralyn is very proficient. She has an excellent work ethic. She and I have been together for almost a year and a half now. She is kind,...

- Care member

Shakia R.

We have had Shakia in our home helping care for my husband recovering from an extended hospital stay. She's great with keeping things...

- Care member

FAQs for finding caregivers in Athens, GA

Most private senior caregiver services in Athens, GA 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 Athens.

The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Athens, GA on Care.com as of December, 2025 is $18.37 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.

There are currently 38 caregivers in Athens, GA on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Athens, GA 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 Athens before making a hiring decision.

Yes, caregivers near you in Athens, GA 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.

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