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60 caregivers are listed in Cocoa, FL
The average rate is $18/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby caregivers is 7 years
Caregivers in Cocoa, FL
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I love taking care of people, it is what I have always done. I consider it a privilege rather then a job. Earlier in my career I worked as a Medical Assistant for 20 years. My experience with Senior Care is as follows: Medication management , preparing meals, Laundry, Light housekeeping, assisting with bathroom and showers,...
Jean can also help with: Transportation, errands, dementia, companionship, personal care, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Caring, reliable, always on time. Very compassionate with my mom."
Carmen R.
Lisa C.
Cocoa, FL
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Have A Servant's Heart And A Nurturing Spirit. I Love Making A Difference!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a kind, compassionate, hardworking caregiver. I have always provided high quality care in a safe environment with experience in working with children and seniors. I've worked in many different caregiving situations that required me to work closely with others, be flexible and multi-task. I enjoy building relationships and...
Lisa can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, respite care, companionship, mobility assistance, personal care & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Lisa did an absolute stellar job for us when she was with us. My wife has cognitive challenges, and Lisa always came on time and with a contagious smile that brightened my wife's face every time! Lisa was 100% engaged with my Kristine, talking to her and...
Christine G.
Amber F.
Cocoa, FL
$15-26/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have been a caregiver for about 9 years now I love helping and taking care of others as much as needed. I love to help others so they can continue doing what they love. I can be very creative with activities through the day and want to make people as comfortable as I can
Amber can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, hospice services, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Amber is great! She cared for my late mother. Amber was gentle and kind. My mother suffered from a stroke and had difficulty speaking and need full assistance. Amber was always patient and anticipated mom's needs. She was proficient in transferring and could handle...
Sharron S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Trustworthy and compassionate Concierge CNA, looking to provide exceptional care for your loved ones. American Red Cross Honor graduate April 2018, CPR/AED/First Aid Certified. 10+ years of professional experience with private clients. Knowledgeable and experienced with patients with disabilities, dementia, Alzheimer's, ALS,...
Celia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, hospice services, companionship, errands & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"My mother loves Celia. She is terrific. Always on time. Good work ethic. She is very compassionate towards Mom. My mom can be picky, and she adores Celia. "
Sharron S.
I'd describe my personality as empathetic, calm and patient
I started caring for seniors when my mother got older
In my spare time, I like to read, cycle
One thing you should know about me is I have a lot of experience with mental health type care.
My skills include medication management, hygiene and feeding care and wound...
Liz can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, companionship, errands, hospice services, meal prep & more
I'm a compassionate, caring, honest person. I've worked with children & young adults with special needs. I've also worked in daycares & schools. I'm a soon to be divorced mother of 4, my youngest is 15, autistic verbal high functioning girl. The older 3 are grown & on their own. I no longer have grandparents, I crave their...
Eva can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, errands, transportation, light cleaning
When I was a teenager I helped my mom take care of an elderly woman. We were only a stand in when my moms friend couldn't make it over, and it only happened a few times.
She was sometimes forgetful. We looked through old photos and some things would start to come back, her eyes would fill wil happy tears and she'd tell us her...
Emily can also help with: Dementia, errands, hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning
I am a caring compassionate person I'm able to take care of others in need
I have a plenty of experience in caring for elderly people in their home, bedridden, in hospice. Whatever their needs may be. I enjoy doing the work that I do
I'd describe my personality as
Caring
Compassionate
Friendly
I like caring for seniors...
Laurie can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, errands, meal prep & more
Alexis R.
Cocoa, FL
$17-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello, my name is Alexis. I am a certified Medication Technician and I have been doing caregiving work for about three years. I love the job, I love the responsibility and roles that come with the job. I just love everything about this type of work and what type of support and care I am able to provide for those in need!
I'd...
Alexis can also help with: Dementia, mobility assistance, companionship, light cleaning, meal prep
Kimberly R.
Cocoa, FL
$15-16/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm a compassionate, skilled caregiver and companion devoted to providing superior in home care to persons with disabilities and health limitations. I have 10 years of experience with same client , with her I learned that also like assisting patients with daily personal and household tasks. Creating a safe environment to prevent...
Kimberly can also help with: Light cleaning, mobility assistance, companionship, errands, dementia, meal prep & more
Robbi W.
Cocoa, FL
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a CNA since 2000. I worked in a nursing home for 3 yrs. Then transferred to the hospital worked the ortho floor for 9 months then transferred to the ER and became an ER tech and unit secretary for 10 years. Went and got my EMT in 2010. In 2013 I moved back to FL and started working for a quadriplegic for the past 10...
Robbi can also help with: Errands, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
CNA
Melissa Y.
Cocoa, FL
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Personal In Home Care. Light House Work, Meal Prep, Pill Reminder, And Much More. Experience Dementi
I have been caring for elderly people for over 10 years. I help with every day living, companionship, medication reminders, prepare meals, laundry, housework, trips to the store, trips to the doctor, showers. Every caregiving job is a little different. Most important to me is making your loved one feel comfortable and respected....
Melissa can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, errands, companionship, mobility assistance, light cleaning & more
I have been a Caregiver for over 15 yrs and am a licensed CNA, non smoker, and CPR/First Aid Certified. I have taken care of Dementia/Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, Quadriplegic, and Seizure patients to name a few. I can provide Bathing/Dressing, Companionship, Meal Preparation, Transportation Errands/Shopping, Light Housekeeping,...
Deborah can also help with: Companionship, dementia, errands, meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been caring for seniors for over 25 years in the home, hospital and facility settings. I love caring for people and doing what I can to make their lives easier. I enjoy house cleaning. I am able to assist in giving personal care, providing medication management and preparing meals. I have reliable transportation, a...
Charlene can also help with: Hospice services, personal care, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, errands & more
5.0
"Charlene was the answer to our prayers in finding a super caregiver for my Mom. She is efficient, discerning, adapts well to change she is kind, caring and very professional. She handled the most difficult circumstances with the utmost care and knowledge. We never...
Vicki H.
For the past year and half, I've provided part time care for my elderly parents (my two sisters also help me with their care). My mother has Alzheimer's and due to the progression of the disease, we've had to move her into an assisted living facility. Prior to my mother's move to assisted living, I took care of prepping her...
Becky can also help with: Errands, companionship, dementia, light cleaning, mobility assistance, meal prep & more
Eleni S.
Cocoa, FL
$17-26/hr • 5 yrs exp
I have caregving experince for 9 years , I love listening and caring for my elders! I give it my all and would love to work for you !
Eleni can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, errands, meal prep, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a mom of two with all of them in school. I'm from Philippines hardworking woman I live here in US 15 years. I'm looking to start working a family & assisting with love and care. I am a caring trustworthy and reliable Christian lady. I have experience working for nursing homes as well as private families. I am also CNA with...
Jeanny can also help with: Personal care
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
(2)
I bring a wealth of personal experience and a genuine love for every caregiving opportunity, I have five years of caregiving experience,
I am dependable and reliable. I can be trusted for exceptional care and peace of mind.
Laura can also help with: Transportation, light cleaning, errands, companionship, meal prep, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Laurie was hired as a caregiver for my mom for several months after she was diagnosed with dementia. She impressed our family with her work effort, reliability and trustworthiness
She consistently demonstrated patience and compassion when working with my...
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have experience with Dementia/Alzheimer, palliative care, chronic health conditions, physical therapy, activities, companionship, and personal assistant. Help with giving Medication, preparing meals, feeding, Laundry, Light housekeeping, assisting with bathroom and showers, grocery shopping, doctors appointments, helping to...
Gina can also help with: Dementia, respite care, personal care
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"My wife and I had the pleasure to interview with Gina for a position helping my wife with her daily activities. My wife is fighting brain cancer and has been diagnosed with Transcortical Motor Aphasia. Gina was extremely professional and her desire to help others...
Eric N.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
The past 11 years I have been mostly working with people who suffered from Dementia and I enjoyed caring for all of my seniors tremendously. The majority of seniors lived in their homes while I provided care for them. I was also a supportive companion for a client in an Assistant Living Facility. I have assisted seniors in the...
Heike can also help with: Mobility assistance, companionship, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Heike has done incredible care for my mother. She cares about people and ensures all needs are taken care of. She is very kind and knowledgeable about what my mother needed to improve her heath. mom has thrived under her care!"
Tori F.
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Recent caregiver reviews in Cocoa, FL
Jean W.
5.0
Caring, reliable, always on time. Very compassionate with my mom.
- Carmen R.
Lisa C.
5.0
Lisa did an absolute stellar job for us when she was with us. My wife has cognitive challenges, and Lisa always came on time and with a contagious smile that brightened my wife's face every time! Lisa was 100% engaged with my Kristine, talking to her and providing a gentle touch, relaying that she...
- Christine G.
Amber F.
5.0
Amber is a very caring compassionate young lady. She took care of my 94 years old father with dementia. She made him feel very happy and well taken care of. She was like family to him she saw him everyday, fixed his meals and snacks, made sure he took his morning and night meds, made sure he...
- Carmen B.
Celia V.
5.0
Celia is a wonderful, mature, professionally trained A number ONE Caregiver. I have nothing but good things to say about her. You cannot go wrong hiring this woman. Through no fault of her own (my Mom is going into a nursing facility), she has not been employed with us very long but long enough to...
- David G.
Charlene M.
5.0
Charlene was the answer to our prayers in finding a super caregiver for my Mom. She is efficient, discerning, adapts well to change she is kind, caring and very professional. She handled the most difficult circumstances with the utmost care and knowledge. We never had to worry when she was with...
- Vicki H.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Cocoa, FL
What caregiver services can I find near me in Cocoa, FL?
Most private senior caregiver services in Cocoa, FL 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 Cocoa.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Cocoa, FL in 2024?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Cocoa, FL on Care.com as of May, 2024 is $18.31 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 Cocoa, FL?
There are currently 16 caregivers in Cocoa, FL on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Cocoa, FL 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 Cocoa before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Cocoa, FL background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Cocoa, FL 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.
Ratings for Cocoa, FL caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Caregivers in Cocoa, FL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed caregivers.