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Mary S.

Cba Experience Caregiver/companion

Gainesville, FL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Respite care
hospice services
light cleaning
errands
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have over 20 years experience. I have lived in Gainesville over 30 years I love taking care of seniors , giving them compassionate care/companionship, and medical care. Experienced and very knowledgeable with dementia. My longest client was 4 1/2 years I will also assist in meal preparing, light housekeeping, errand, doctors...

Care Member says "I needed someone to take me for a medical procedure and stay on site, Mary handled it great, her knowledge of the area and doctors was very helpful and...

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Compassionate Caregiver

Gainesville, FL

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$13/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
errands
hospice services
dementia
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have been a caregiver for a year, I have experience with activity of daily living, dementia care and companionship.
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Experienced Caregiver For Seniors

Gainesville, FL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Respite care
hospice services
light cleaning
errands
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Medical Management. Things I have done for previous clients include running errands such as grocery shopping with or without the client, taking clients to medical appointments, restaurants, entertainment events, and to visit friends or family. I have...
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Responsible, Reliable , Passionate Caregiver

Gainesville, FL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Mobility assistance
home modification
hospice services
dementia
live-in home care
+ 1 more
I am a patient service-oriented and compassionate senior caregiver and CNA, bringing expertise in assisting patients with daily needs such as toileting, bathing, and grooming.
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Patient And Compassionate Caregiver

Gainesville, FL

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Personal care
hospice services
light cleaning
errands
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have more than 20 years of experience. I started as a caregiver since my mother got sick. She had 5 brain strokes so I decided to become a CNA. I am also certified as a Health Home Caregiver. I am a very responsible, caring, compassionate, and dependable person that stay with my patient until the end. I can help with...
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Caregiver

Gainesville, FL

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$14/hr
1 year experience
Transportation
meal prep
errands
Hello! My name is Tiffany, and I'm eager to help. I have experience as a caregiver due to family reasons and past work experience; this includes experience with mobility aids and medication tracking. I decided to join this app because I understand just how vital caregiving is to the recovery and lifestyle of others. One thing...
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Experienced Compassionate Caregiver

Gainesville, FL

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
dementia
transportation
companionship
Experienced caregiver with 6 years in home health , nursing homes, rehab and mental health facilities . I've worked with clients with dementia, Alzheimer's and mobility challenges . I'm a mom of three and treat every client like family. I cook, clean (not just light housekeeping ) run errands and provide dependable compassionate...
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Housekeeper/Senior Caregiver/C.N.A.

Gainesville, FL

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Live-in home care
errands
hospice services
dementia
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I enjoy working with people and being part of a team. As someone who tries always to be focused and aware of self-improvement and growth, I offer compassion combined with assertiveness in my work and in my approach to people, generally.
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Companion And Caregiver

Gainesville, FL

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$14/hr
8 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
errands
I am a very reliable, patient and compassionate person who finds great fulfillment in helping others. I especially enjoy working with the elderly and have 8+ years of experience providing companion care for individuals with dementia. I look forward to assisting your loved one and treating them like family. I can assist with...
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Compassionate Caregiver Ready To Make Your Family's Days Much Easier!

Gainesville, FL

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$18/hr
4 years experience
Mobility assistance
errands
light cleaning
dementia
meal prep
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as dependable, compassionate and attentive. I like caring for seniors because I love to make their day better. I live when they're comfortable with me. In my spare time, I like to read or travel with my mother. My skills include companionship, encouraging them to participate in more activities and...
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Compassionate Senior Caregiver | Reliable & Patient Support Professional

Gainesville, FL

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$13/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
errands
Hi, I'm Hope. I'm a dependable, patient, and caring professional with a passion for supporting seniors in living comfortably and safely. With experience working in both education and special needs care, I've learned the importance of listening, empathy, and creating a calm, respectful environment. I take pride in helping with...
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Compassionate Caregiver.

Gainesville, FL

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$19/hr
10 years experience
Transportation
light cleaning
meal prep
errands
respite care
+ 1 more
I've been providing home care for seniors in the area for 15+ years. I have extensive experience with dementia patients. I've worked in health care since the early 2000s, at both UF Shands & HCA Facilities. I can provide excellent references from the many wonderful families I have worked with in the past. Aging itself is not...
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Experienced And Compassionate Caregiver

Gainesville, FL

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Live-in home care
mobility assistance
dementia
respite care
companionship
I have over 20 years of home care experience and am seeking overnight positions. I'd describe my personality as calm, sensitive and organized I like caring for seniors because I have a natural calling and affinity for helping people stay in their own home as long as possible. I believe in a holistic approach to providing care...
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Part-Time Caregiver

Gainesville, FL

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Personal care
home modification
hospice services
dementia
mobility assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! I am currently a student enrolled at the University of FL studying Anthropology & Public Health. I have a strong passion for helping others and would love to help your family with any and every need! I have experience as an RBT within an ABA center, memory unit care, tutoring, cleaning and at home care for adults and...
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Seeking Caregiver Opportunities

Gainesville, FL

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$13/hr
5 years experience
Personal care
respite care
hospice services
dementia
Employed as an adult nurse practitioner in an acute rehabilitation setting. Managed diverse patient population with varying illnesses including CVAs, TBIs, multi-trauma, spinal cord injuries, orthopedic injuries, and debility. Worked with interdisciplinary team including PT, OT, ST, dietary, staff nursing, and case management to...
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Dallas M.'s Photo

Gainesville, FL

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$13/hr
Live-in home care
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
Hello, i'm Dallas! I am looking for a in home caregiver job! that perhaps I could bring my child with on occasion! I have helped take care of my grandmother whom is in a wheelchair and is mostly able to transfer on her own but needed my help from time to time. I have found lots of joy taking care of people and being there for...
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Part-Time Senior Care Provider

Gainesville, FL

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$15/hr
Hello my name is Samantha . I am a loving, attentive, and punctual caregiver. I am currently attending college; therefore, my schedule is flexible and easy to work around. I have extensive experience as a caregiver. I am fluent in sign language as well. If you have any questions please feel free to ask! Thank you!
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Your Loved One's Safety Is My Priority.

Gainesville, FL

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$16/hr
1 year experience
Personal care
errands
light cleaning
dementia
meal prep
+ 1 more
I work as a caregiver on and off. It was a meaningful experience, and I treasured those I was with the people I took care of.
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Ashley G.'s Photo

Gainesville, FL

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
transportation
light cleaning
errands
I'm a responsible and patient caregiver committed to providing the most reliable and helpful care. I'm committed to making a comfortable environment and having a positive impact on those who I help.
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Shawna B.'s Photo

Gainesville, FL

from
$20/hr
Light cleaning
meal prep
errands
transportation
dementia
Hi there! I am a certified special education teacher, who has extensive experience caring for my grandmother as her primary caregiver. I am compassionate, patient, and love to be both physically and academically active.
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  • 60 caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.94/hr as of December 2025

  • The average star rating for rated caregivers is 5.0

FAQs for finding caregivers in Gainesville, FL

Most private senior caregiver services in Gainesville, 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 Gainesville.

The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Gainesville, FL on Care.com as of December, 2025 is $18.94 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 53 caregivers in Gainesville, FL on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Gainesville, 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 Gainesville before making a hiring decision.

Yes, caregivers near you in Gainesville, 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.

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