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I have 4+ years experience working with seniors. I have worked with in home caregiving and in nursing home facilities.
Alexia can also help with: Personal care, live-in home care, companionship, hospice services, dementia, mobility assistance & more
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I started my caregiving career in 1989 starting with a couple in their home and knew I wanted to continue caregiving as my career because I love helping people and making a positive impact in their lives. I've work a lot with clients who have dementia as well as many other disabilities, and have worked with agencies but decided...
Patrice can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning, companionship, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Patrice was hired to help my mother as her dementia began to get progressively worse and my mother did not want to leave her home. She was caring, helpful, and treated my mother very well. My Mom was not liking having someone come to the house but Patrice kept...
Susan S.
Terri D.
Rio Dell, CA
$23/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
17 years of experience providing compassionate in home care for seniors. I am a California Certified Caregiver. Experienced with Hospice, Alzheimer's and Dementia care. Can assist with meal preparation, personal care, laundry and other housekeeping, errands, transportation to appointments, administering medication, monitoring...
Terri can also help with: Companionship, errands, dementia, meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning & more
5.0
"She is dependable, easy to get along with and very capable.
Follows directions. And pleasant to work with."
Care member
5.0
(1)
I have over 20 years experience working in the caregiving field. I have cared for the mentally and physically disabled, children(nanny), and the elderly. Currently work in administration in an assisted living facility in the dementia unit. Am seeking lighter work tho, meaning one on one verses a whole unit of residents. I simply...
Maria can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, dementia, companionship & more
5.0
"Maria is knowledgeable and professional in all aspects of caregiving. She has many years of experience in many different situations and with clients with different needs. She greets every day and each client with a smile and positive attitude that is infectious....
Care member
5.0
(6)
Im registered with the state of California as a home care aide, CPR and First Aide certified, fully vaccinated. I have 22 yrs experience of taking care of seniors, I am caring and patient. Dementia, Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, Sun downers, Hoyier lift, Companionship, Personal care, Lifting, cooking, Feeding, light housekeeping,...
Stacy can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, companionship, dementia, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Stacy is very good with people. She cares. She is dependable and clean. She cared for my father until his last day. Very wonderful person. I'd hire her again and again"
Melody M.
During Covid-19, I've Been working with Seniors in Assisted and Skilled Living Facilities, acting in a CNA capacity as an EMT (State-Sponsored Training). I can help with Bladder/Bowel care (including Brief Changes), ADL's, ambulation assistance, food/medication reminders, medical appointments, etc.
Anna can also help with: Respite care, personal care, dementia
I am a former teacher available for caregiving of all ages. I'm a quick learner, positive to be around, and incredibly nurturing.
Dawn can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, transportation, errands, dementia, respite care & more
I am a caregiver I been take care of Senior as a home care aid. I do cleaning cooking grocery shopping as well. And if there is more that you want me to do so I am welling.
Rendel can also help with: Light cleaning, live-in home care, home modification, dementia, companionship, hospice services & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
Wendy W.
Eureka, CA
$25-36/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part Time / Full Time Experienced Compassionate Reliable Non-smoker Senior Caregiver
5.0
(1)
With several years providing senior care for Alzheimer's and Dementia elderly care in the home. With an agency and private duty providing duties including Respite, Compassionate, companionship, shopping and food prep and with a passion for cooking healthy food, Medication management, light housework, personal laundry, driving to...
Wendy can also help with: Companionship, dementia, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Wendy helped me take care of my mom when she was alive. She was so helpful, so
upbeat and friendly that her patients love her. The loving care she gave my mom was just the best. She is one that try's to think of fun things to do with patients if they are able, she...
Barbara N.
Diligent Caregiver focused on providing optimal support to clients through personalized assistance and care. Sensitive and compassionate caregiver seeking a new role with your family to provide a high level of care to your loved one.
Shayna can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, meal prep, respite care, errands, light cleaning & more
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Compassionate caregiver with 17 years of experience. I have worked in all stages of caregiving from companionship all the way to working alongside hospice for end-of-life care. I am a kind caring person and enjoy working with seniors and helping them stay in their homes. I cook, clean, shop, run errands make doctor's...
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care, dementia
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Sarah was hired by our family in Nov 2020 as part of a team to provide 24 -hour care to our 86 year old mother. Sarah was with us through multiple stages of mom's care including medicine management, bathing, assistance walking and exercising, then care as she...
Rhonda M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My passion for caregiving started with my grandmother. I lived with her throughout her 80s and 90s and experienced the ins-and-outs of caring for an elderly/ailing person. The last few years of her life (she lived to 99) I was very much by her side for whatever she needed. In addition to the caring for my grandmother, I have 3...
Tiffany can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, dementia, errands, live-in home care, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Tiffany is so kind and competent. She really cares and goes above and beyond, especially with all of our earthquakes! I'm really glad we have her on our care team :)"
Casey A.
Paula H.
Eureka, CA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I AM NO LONGER PROVIDING SENIOR CARE SERVICES.
A retired social worker and trained Work-Place First Aider, I have extensive personal and professional experience in elder and end-of-life caregiving. The sole caregiver to my mother the last decade of her life, I also had primary responsibility for managing my father's care during...
Paula can also help with: Transportation, errands
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I have 38 yrs. experience in the medical field which includes working as a certified nursing assistant in nursing homes and in home hospice care. I also have cared for my own grandmother and mother-in-law when they became ill. I have always thoroughly enjoyed giving one on one attention to my patients and will bring personal...
Teresa can also help with: Personal care, dementia, hospice services
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
Being a senior caregiver was actually my first ever job.
I worked with a 98-year-old woman for two years until she passed away. It was the most beautiful experience that I've had, and I would love to do it again.
Keaton can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, errands, respite care, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
I am a local caregiver whose primary experience has been with caring for infants and toddlers. While I am new to caring for my elders, I know that the qualities of calmness, patience, and presence will translate well to the work.
Margaret can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, transportation, errands
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Hello, I'm Corinne.
I'm incredibly compassionate, dependable, and genuine.
I've always found fulfillment in looking after others and have an innate ability to provide care. For the past 2 years, I've been dedicated to providing companionship and caregiving to a senior woman. My background includes working as a nanny and...
Corinne can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care, meal prep, errands, companionship
Skills:
CPR
Kelsey G.
Arcata, CA
$20-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
I am a grad student working towards a masters in marriage and family therapy. I'm looking for part time work to support myself while finishing up school. Providing adults with a supportive, trusting, safe, mutual relationship is a big reason I am drawn to becoming a therapist. I have experience working with adults with physical...
Kelsey can also help with: Errands, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, transportation
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Recent caregiver reviews in Fortuna, CA
Patrice B.
5.0
We hired Patrice to help our dad (an older recent-amputee with various health problems) who needed some assistance getting up and going out for walk a few times a week. She has been so helpful, and wonderful to be around, that he asked her to come every day. :) He is unable to drive, and she drives...
- Brook M.
Terri D.
5.0
She is dependable, easy to get along with and very capable.
Follows directions. And pleasant to work with.
- Care member
Maria P.
5.0
Maria is knowledgeable and professional in all aspects of caregiving. She has many years of experience in many different situations and with clients with different needs. She greets every day and each client with a smile and positive attitude that is infectious. She takes the time to listen and to...
- Care member
Stacy R.
5.0
Stacy is one of the greater in the care giving world.
She is very dependable, and has so much love and compassion for her work. Straight forward and no drama.
- Christin Z.
Wendy W.
5.0
Wendy helped me take care of my mom when she was alive. She was so helpful, so
upbeat and friendly that her patients love her. The loving care she gave my mom was just the best. She is one that try's to think of fun things to do with patients if they are able, she would take my mom out to get...
- Barbara N.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Fortuna, CA
What caregiver services can I find near me in Fortuna, CA?
Most private senior caregiver services in Fortuna, CA 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 Fortuna.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Fortuna, CA in 2024?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Fortuna, CA on Care.com as of April, 2024 is $15.00 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 Fortuna, CA?
There are currently 1 caregivers in Fortuna, CA on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Fortuna, CA 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 Fortuna before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Fortuna, CA background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Fortuna, CA 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.