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33 caregivers are listed in Fort Wayne, IN
The average rate is $17/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby caregivers is 6 years
Caregivers in Fort Wayne, IN
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a 57 yr old Companion/ Caregiver with 15 plus yrs experience. I have the desire to help care for those who are in need. I am very aware that finding care or a companion for your love one can be a difficult one. If experience and compassion for others is a must, I've got that covered. Family is the most important part in our...
Carol can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, personal care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Carol was so helpful to my family during my grandmother's last days. Carol helped with the intimate care required of a bed bound geriatric patient and she did so gently and with compassion for my grandmother and our family. I would have no reservations hiring Carol...
Jason T.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Experience in hospitals, nursing homes, memory care centers, hospice, and in home care. I love seniors. I am 70, healthy and active, tidy and reliable.
Karen L can also help with: Dementia, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, hospice services & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"I have known Karen for over 10 years. She lives a good and true Christian life. She always goes out of her way to help others. I watched her take care of my best friend when he had terminal cancer. She fed him, kept him clean, cooked food for him and read to him....
Care member
4.8
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have always been interested in caring for seniors as my mom ran a business to transport seniors to their medical appointments and help them run errands. I cared for my dad in the hospital and hospice care when he passed away from cancer in 2012. I have gifts of mercy, compassion and hospitality and enjoy sitting with and...
Pamela can also help with: Companionship, errands, light cleaning, personal care, dementia, meal prep & more
5.0
"I hired her in January - she has been working for us about once a week - caring for my 89 year old mother.
She provides companion care, housekeeping - cleaning - laundry, shopping, transportation to doctor's appointments, etc.
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Sue T.
5.0
(1)
I am a passionate, energetic, focused individual that seeks to serve others to help give them a better quality of life. I am thankful to have found care. com as it is a place to find those in need that are geared toward my desire to serve. I have lots of experience in serving others; elder care, dementia care, administratively,...
Loretta can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, companionship, transportation, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Loretta is a very conscientious worker who will go above and beyond expectations to provide the best care. She looks for opportunities to improve, is open to feedback, and willing to make modifications that enhance the services given. Her integrity is very high...
Jeff H.
Hello! My name is Alyssa. I have worked as a caregiver for 2 years. I have experience with all ages including infant to elderly! I have taken dementia and Alzheimer's classes, had hands on training, and been a caregiver for 3 different companies. I am very available and love what I do. I would consider myself reliable, patient,...
Alyssa can also help with: Errands, meal prep, dementia, transportation, light cleaning
Keiara R.
Fort Wayne, IN
$25-40/hr • 5 yrs exp
Compassionate Caregiver Wanting To Provide, A Family With High Level Of Care For Your Loved One.
I have been a senior caregiver for more than 5 years. Besides working with families, I am also a caregiver for my Grandmother as well. I think patience and compassion are essential. To me this is a job, that requires a lot of tolerance for challenging situations, and good communication and a positive attitude also go a long way....
Keiara can also help with: Companionship, mobility assistance, personal care, hospice services, dementia
Hi there! My name is Riley . I have been fortunate to work in healthcare for 6 years as a CNA, private in-home caregiver and manager to caregivers. I have worked in both clinical settings, and in home settings. I have special training in memory care, wound care, and end of life hospice care. I have also worked as a Registered...
Riley can also help with: Dementia, errands, hospice services, companionship, live-in home care, light cleaning & more
I have experience working in a group home with disabled adults. I am CPR certified and I love spending time talking and caring for seniors.
Barbara can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, errands, transportation, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Hello! My name is Kaitlyn and I would love to help you out! I am currently in college at the University of St. Francis as a Biology major and I am also getting an education minor, I want to be a teacher! I am set to graduate in May of 2025. I have 2 years of experience as a life guard and swim instructor, 2 years of experience...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, meal prep, dementia, respite care, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Hi, I'm Brenna. I worked as a CNA in senior care homes for 6 years so I have plenty of experience. I enjoyed working in senior care and would be happy to do it again in a more home-based environment.
Brenna can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, transportation
I've been a CNA HHA since 1994, QMA since 2000, I provide transportation to appts, do grocery shopping and errands, bathing, transfers, med reminders and setting up meds, range of motion, take vitals, cleaning, companionship, and many more things for you or your loved one
Trena can also help with: Errands, companionship, hospice services, home modification, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
As a teen I was employed as a CNA for several years. I have provided private care to my grandparents as they aged and experienced dementia. I have a bachelors degree in family studies and worked in social services at a local nursing home.
I have always had an affinity for the elderly population. I truly enjoy spending time with...
Melinda can also help with: Mobility assistance, dementia, companionship, personal care, respite care
Keyana E.
Fort Wayne, IN
$18-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Skilled And Experienced Caregiver/ Certified Nurse Assistant
I have had the passion to take care the elderly since I was a small child. I was raised up around an older generation. I enjoyed helping out while I was around, that gave me a sense of purpose. I enjoy listening to their stories and helping them with things that they are now struggling to do. I love being in the space with our...
Keyana can also help with: Mobility assistance, hospice services, companionship, personal care, dementia, respite care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
My name is Adam, I am a 19-year-old student at Kelley School of Business at Indiana University in Bloomington. I have a lot of experience with helping the elderly, having had a grandma who struggled with Alzheimer's.
I am looking to employ skills I've learned from my grandma and help serve families who are navigating similar...
Adam can also help with: Mobility assistance, companionship, light cleaning, errands, dementia, meal prep & more
I am currently working, also looking for a second job as a part-time position. Performs and assists clients with activities of daily living including: bathing, dressing, grooming, skin care, mouth care, foot care, and toileting. exercises that may include range of motion exercises, ambulation, regular skin care, care to pressure...
Skills:
CNA
I have worked with the elderly for many years, since 2004. I am a CNA, RNA, and QMA-medication management. I have special training with dementia/Alzheimer's as well. I love working with this population of people. I help them maintain ADL's and help them to be as independent as possible.
I also am experienced in providing hospice...
Candace can also help with: Companionship, errands, dementia, personal care, hospice services, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
Home Health Aide
Kylee L.
Fort Wayne, IN
$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
I am passionate about taking care of people. I am a senior in nursing school who has worked as a Patient Care Technician for 2 years. I want to help those in need of assistance! Senior Caregiver
Kylee can also help with: Personal care, respite care, mobility assistance, specialized care, dementia
Skills:
CNA
I am a calm and capable caregiver, I have years of experience, so there's not much that unravels me.
I'm looking for a job that allows me to help the client and their family feel comfortable with my ability to care for their family member.
I started caring for seniors when I first started working in the hospital setting over...
Vicki can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep
Hi! I'm looking to help someone in need in any way that I can. I'm currently a stay at home mom, I'm flexible, reliable, responsible and respectful. I look forward to meeting you! Senior caregiver
Monica can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, dementia
I am a compassionate caregiver . I am a CNA / QMA
( certified nursing assistant/ qualified medication aid )
Licensed in the state of Indiana . I've been a CNA since 2017 and obtained my QMA in 2021 . I love taking care of seniors . I am CPR certified, Covid-19 vaccinated. Insulin certified.
I currently work on an as needed...
Jakayla can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, hospice services, companionship, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
CNA
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Recent caregiver reviews in Fort Wayne, IN
Carol V.
5.0
Carol was of great help in taking care of my senior parents. She was flexible and had some ideas to make things safer and more efficient. I was grateful for the timing of finding Carol.
- Rhonda W.
Karen L S.
5.0
She is the most caring giving person. She took care of my brother in law whom was bedridden with cancer. The 6 or 7 last months of his life were blessed by the care of Karen. She feed bathe cooked housework nursing needs n mediation management. She would be a blessing to anyone whom hired Baer by...
- Care member
Pamela D.
5.0
I hired Pamela as a private caregiver for my sister who suffered from a degenerative brain disease. Pamela was always kind, attentive and compassionate when working with my sister. We were very fortunate to have Pamela work for us. My sister enjoyed her company and looked forward to seeing her. I...
- Care member
Loretta M.
5.0
Loretta is a very conscientious worker who will go above and beyond expectations to provide the best care. She looks for opportunities to improve, is open to feedback, and willing to make modifications that enhance the services given. Her integrity is very high and expects all participants in the...
- Jeff H.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Fort Wayne, IN
What caregiver services can I find near me in Fort Wayne, IN?
Most private senior caregiver services in Fort Wayne, IN 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 Fort Wayne.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Fort Wayne, IN in 2024?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Fort Wayne, IN on Care.com as of May, 2024 is $17.87 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 Fort Wayne, IN?
There are currently 31 caregivers in Fort Wayne, IN on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Fort Wayne, IN 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 Fort Wayne before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Fort Wayne, IN background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Fort Wayne, IN 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 Fort Wayne, IN caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Caregivers in Fort Wayne, IN are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews of the 33 listed caregivers.