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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Tatiana, a caregiver with over a decade of experience in elder care service. I have interpersonal skills, a good work ethic and a passion for working with people. I'm CPR certified, have training in Advanced First Aid, along with over one hundred professional trainings. Furthermore, I have a steadfast record in the...
Tatiana can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
Hi! My name is Kristen and I am a local college student who is also an Emergency Medical Technician. (First aid and CPR certified)
I have a love for patient care and am a compassionate and emphatic person, especially with the elderly.
Kristen can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, transportation
Maya H.
Elkins Park, PA
$20-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Responsible Patient Caregiver Hoping To Provide Confidence Looking For Care Their Loved Ones
I have 2 years of paid experience in senior care. In that time I was responsible for medication management, bathing/feeding and occasionally changing, meal prep, activities and transportation. Was the greatest honor to provide comfort, companionship and assistance in her last years. She is the reason I will be studying to become...
Maya can also help with: Meal prep, errands, transportation, light cleaning
5.0
(1)
I have over 20 years of experience working with seniors. I started out working in a nursing home as a house keeper but was always helping the residents with various task. That led to me pursuing a career as a caregiver. Over the years I've worked with patients with Alzheimer's, ALS, and PLS. Being a companion and caregiver is my...
Verona can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, live-in home care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Verona took care of my disabled wife for more than 12 years, until her death late last year. She takes her job very seriously and views it as her calling. My wife's neurological disease progressed over the years to a point where she needed help in every phase of...
Leonard P.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I enjoy my job. The best part about me being the caregiver is seeing them smile. I treat my seniors with respect and dignity that they deserve to have. My Experience Which includes, First getting to know my seniors such as likes and dislikes. That's the most important part being a caregiver , followed by bathing feeding dressing...
Charlotte can also help with: Personal care, dementia
Skills:
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Charlotte, is a great commentator, kind and very experienced! "
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have been working in the Home Health Industry for the past 35 years. In addition to being self employed, I worked for Home Instead Senior Care and Bayada earning Certifications in Personal Care, Dementia Care, Infection Control, Transferring and FIrst Aid and Safety. I was also employed by Childway Pediatrics working with...
Joyce can also help with: Personal care, dementia, respite care, hospice services
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Joyce is an excellent caregiver who has worked for me taking care of both my mom and dad, for over two years. She is reliable, extremely competent and has a heart of gold. Joyce will always jump in to help wherever needed and always has a positive attitude. I...
Ellen C.
4.8
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Caregiver/Companion/Helper, Hi my name is Mona, I currently help two wonderful women. One senior and a women with some limitations. I take them to doctor appointments, shopping, help with medications and things around the home. I also was a caregiver for my father while he was laid up for almost a year. I am a 52-year-old woman...
Mona can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, companionship, mobility assistance, personal care & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Mona is an excellent care giver. She has devoted herself to the care of her two children and her parents. Mona's most recent care for her parents involved her mom and dad moving into her house to help care for her father after he was hospitalized for 40+ days. Her...
Chrissy I.
5.0
(2)
I have worked with Devereux Foundation and Community Interactions Inc for a combined 20+ years. Most of my experience is in adult home programs caring for 21-65 yr old clients. The client population requires care for behavioral, emotional, and cognitive disabilities including, but not limited to: cooking, personal care, ADLs and...
Damaris can also help with: Personal care, dementia
5.0
"Damaris took great care of my family member. She was upbeat and pleasant and dedicated to providing a safe environment at all times. "
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a registered home care provider with the state of California and l now have been in Philadelphia for five years as a caregiver. I love helping folks feel comfortable in their own space. I have a psychology background and love conversation, art, and music. I also enjoy the outdoors and nature. I would help with indoor...
Lisa can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Lisa is a wonderfully soulful caregiver. Lisa worked for my Home Care Agency while I was HR Manager. I would employ her again without hesitation!
When I recommend an employee for further employment in the field of Home Care Aid, I consider a wholistic...
Care member
5.0
(9)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Excellent caregiver with over 15 years experience taking care of your loved ones. I'm punctual, responsible and an overall amazing caregiver who enjoy her job.
Duties includes light housekeeping, meals, laundry, medications, companion care and assistance with daily living.
I'm a Certified Nursing Assistance (CNA), CPR/First-Aid...
Charmaine can also help with: Personal care, respite care, dementia, hospice services
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Charmaine is super nice, professional, she just really saved the day for my family! + She took really great care of my dad, who is bed ridden. A++ highly recommend"
Alexandra C.
Russell C.
Plymouth Meeting, PA
$20-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
Mature Gentleman Available For Companionship, Light Keeping, Errands, Appointments And Meal Prep.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Russell and my wife and I moved to Redding, Ct. from Philadelphia, Pa. 5 years ago to assist wife's parents. My father-in-law passed away 3yrs. ago and we lost my mother-in -law to covid. I have cared for 3 gentlemen since then, and I have excellent references.
My care-giving experience includes, Parkinson's...
Russell can also help with: Dementia, home modification, personal care
5.0
"I can't express how lucky my family was to find Russell to care for my Dad! We were in immediate need of care for my Dad and Russell came in and was a huge help! He communicated with everyone, kept daily logs of my Dads health and progress, and cared for my dad -...
Victoria B.
5.0
(1)
I absolutely love caring for our senior community and I have learned so much on this Journey. If you are just willing to sit and listen, they have so much to say. Some of our elders have simple memory gaps, others have dementia but if you are patient and give them time to get their words out, you just might learn something new &...
Jessica can also help with: Dementia, companionship, light cleaning, hospice services, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
5.0
"Jessica was beyond amazing she was so kind, patient and gentle with my father. My family and I fell in love with her during the short time she worked for us. my father went into a home she would still be with us. I highly recommend using her."
Janice P.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I've taken care of some amazing men and women! Some have needed full hands on assistance for their daily living activities such as showering, wound dressings, and medication administration. Others have just needed a helping hand and someone to converse with while helping around the house. I have helped cook meals and clean when...
Devon can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, companionship, errands, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
CPR
5.0
"Devon took care of my mom who was totally dependent with end-stage Alzheimer's. She was a great help to us. She is organized and thorough. Not only is she knowledgeable about proper care but she also has a positive attitude and strong work ethic. She was always...
Althea S.
5.0
(1)
My commitment to serving as an efficient and compassionate caregiver to elderly patients in day-to-day personal assistance gives me confidence.
My ability to connect with elderly patients and establish trusting relationships, along with my strong communication skills, position me to thrive as your next senior...
Gloria can also help with: Errands, dementia, hospice services, companionship, home modification, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"Gloria she's one of the best worker that we had.i love her so much for her compassion and kindness."
Hadiya E.
Alice W.
Philadelphia, PA
$8-13/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.2
(5)
I am a very good and reliable caregiver!! I take my job very very seriously. I am trustworthy and honest.
Alice can also help with: Dementia, personal care, light cleaning
5.0
"Alice worked for our family taking care of my mom for a year. She took the best care of her. When my mom woke up she was right there to help her. My mom enjoyed her company Alice was very professional and always on time and extremely dependable. I would...
Kathleen C.
5.0
(1)
Hello,
I am Mariam. I have been working as a caregiver for 2. 5 years. I have two wonderful recommendations letter from American families. I have experience working Alzheimer, Hospice and dimension patients. Also, I worked as a companion. I am cleaning, cooking and shopping. I am excellent driver with driving experience in USA....
Mariam can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, hospice services, errands, companionship, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Mariam did great work with my mom. She is so responsible and hardworking person. I do recommend her. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
With over 8 plus years of professional care giving experience and over 10+ years of personal experience, I know I am more than qualified for any caregiver position. I have been caring for hospice patients for many years now as well. I have the experience and I am well trained. I am trustworthy, honest and reliable. I love the...
Angela can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, dementia
Skills:
Wound Care
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Angela was an amazing caregiver for my mom. She is confident and capable, relaxed and reassuring, easygoing and friendly. She did overnight care and my mom loved the nights when she was there. Angela was willing to adjust and adapt when my mom's needs changes and...
Chloe M.
Brie P.
Willow Grove, PA
$20-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experience/Mature Medical Caregiver-over 30 Plus Years Of Hospital/Cardiac/Resp//Medical
5.0
(21)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have over 30 yrs experience in the hospital/medical field. I've made many critical decisions on my own due to my excellent knowledge & medical background & working night shift. I have worked on every age patient,& almost every disease. I've worked in the ER, peds, resp cardiac & all critical care units. I recently took care of...
Brie can also help with: Dementia, personal care, respite care, home modification, hospice services
5.0
"Brie is amazing - she saved our family and our situation with my grandmother. She is dependable and thoughtful and thorough and we had tried 3 people before we found Brie and she is by far the best. She is so patient with Alzheimer's patients, helped get my...
Care member
Niija W.
Philadelphia, PA
$20-40/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm the caregiver your family will adore. I'm very kind, trustworthy, compassionate and reliable. I can prepare meals, do laundry, housekeeping duties, assist with personal hygiene, bathing, and anything else you may need!
I took care of my grandmother, who had dementia for many years. There isn't anything I didn't do in...
Niija can also help with: Hospice services, errands, companionship, light cleaning, live-in home care, dementia & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Niija was very personable and blended quickly into our family. She was able to absorb all of the tasks involved in taking care of our beloved Dad who has since passed. Niija took care of our loved one as if she was taking care of her own, calling him 'dad' too...
Shannon D.
Patricia K.
Merchantville, NJ
$16-37/hr • 10 yrs exp
Responsible And Loving Care Giver . Senior caregiver
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Over 15 years of experience with pediatric and Geriatric Care. Transfers, Hoyerlift, all Personal care assistance. Proficient in Providing exceptional care in home or facility.
Patricia can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, companionship, errands, meal prep, hospice services & more
5.0
"Really great, reliable, did a great job, does not need a lot of direction - self starter, honest, Patricia was great."
Gregory G.
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Recent caregiver reviews in Elkins Park, PA
Verona A.
5.0
Verona took care of my disabled wife for more than 12 years, until her death late last year. She takes her job very seriously and views it as her calling. My wife's neurological disease progressed over the years to a point where she needed help in every phase of daily living. Bathing, feeding,...
- Leonard P.
Charlotte B.
5.0
Charlotte has been wonderful with my mom. Charlotte is very reliable, she shows up when scheduled and is willing to work extra days if her schedule allows. She is great company to my mom, providing her with dinner and a snack, and some light housework. I am so glad we found her.
- William W.
Joyce S.
5.0
Joyce has been an absolute blessing to our family. She was initially hired to help care for both of my parents, and has continued on after the passing of my father. She is quick to respond and has excellent ideas on ways to support my aging parents. Joyce has a fantastic way of getting those who may...
- Susan W.
Mona F.
5.0
Mona is an excellent care giver. She has devoted herself to the care of her two children and her parents. Mona's most recent care for her parents involved her mom and dad moving into her house to help care for her father after he was hospitalized for 40+ days. Her father's condition was very...
- Chrissy I.
Damaris M.
5.0
Damaris took great care of my family member. She was upbeat and pleasant and dedicated to providing a safe environment at all times.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Elkins Park, PA
What caregiver services can I find near me in Elkins Park, PA?
Most private senior caregiver services in Elkins Park, 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 Elkins Park.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Elkins Park, PA in 2024?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Elkins Park, PA on Care.com as of May, 2024 is $21.00 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 Elkins Park, PA?
There are currently 3 caregivers in Elkins Park, PA on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Elkins Park, 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 Elkins Park before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Elkins Park, PA background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Elkins Park, 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.