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47 caregivers are listed in Gainesville, FL
The average rate is $16/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby caregivers is 5 years
Caregivers in Gainesville, FL
Hello my name is Jacquie
I'm a 32-year-old mother of 5! I am naturally a lover, helper, compassionate, nurturing and caring caregiver! I have several years of experience in caregiving for both our elderly community and children . I worked in childcare from 2011-current ! I've worked as a HomeHealth Aide from 2019-current . I...
Jacquie can also help with: Personal care, dementia, transportation, light cleaning, companionship, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
Carrie H.
Gainesville, FL
$15-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Recently graduated from college in Michigan where I worked as an in-home caregiver for the past two years. My job was mostly providing companionship, but I do also have experience with medication management, food preparation, bathing, and light housekeeping. Also experienced working with those with Alzheimer's and dementia :)
Carrie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, mobility assistance, errands, dementia, companionship & more
Brittany H.
Gainesville, FL
$15-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have extensive experience as a CNA/MA caregiver/ companion. medication management/ medication reminder. feeding, bathing, Transporting clients to and from appointments, errands, activities, etc. Meal prepping, Performing light housekeeping duties! Keeping proper care records and reporting changes to nursing team. Following...
Brittany can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, dementia, meal prep, companionship, hospice services & more
Elsa P.
Gainesville, FL
$20-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello, I'm Elsa, a dedicated and compassionate caregiver with a deep passion for providing the utmost care and support to seniors in our community. With 1 years of experience in senior care, I have had the privilege of enhancing the lives of many elderly individuals. My approach is rooted in kindness, respect, and empathy,...
Elsa can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, transportation
Deanna S.
Gainesville, FL
$15-30/hr • 1 yrs exp
I was a caregiver for a sweet lady with dementia for about a year until her family thought it best she go somewhere with medical care. During my time working with her, I was her friend, I prepared her meals, made sure she took her meds, transported her wherever she needed to be, and even stayed overnight when needed. I also did...
Deanna can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, transportation
Victoria P.
Gainesville, FL
$15-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
- In graduate school looking for part time caregiving work!
- Experienced in providing holistic care for seniors across various levels of independence and disease status.
- Extensive experience in assisting individuals with disabilities, including children with autism and non-verbal Cerebral Palsy.
- Skilled in medication...
Victoria can also help with: Dementia, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, mobility assistance, hospice services & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Harper S.
Gainesville, FL
$9-14/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hey! I'am a senior caregiver for adults/seniors for multiple years. I have experience working with those who have special needs as well as physical disabilities and dementia. I'm looking for someone I can provide excellent care for and help them with some normalcy in their everyday life as that gets harder to find. Please feel...
Harper can also help with: Respite care, dementia, meal prep, hospice services, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Hello, my name is Michele.
I am a compassionate caregiver with a decade of experience caring for people of all ages, from children to seniors. I possess all the necessary licenses and certifications, including CPR, AED, and First Aid. I am proficient in various aspects of care, such as medication prompting, feeding, bathing,...
Michele can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, live-in home care, errands, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
India W.
Gainesville, FL
$14-21/hr • 10 yrs exp
Bubbly, energetic, and happy
I like caring for seniors because I feel that seniors are really grateful and appreciate when a caregiver treats them with respect and dignity.
I'm looking for a job that allows me to use my experience and knowledge .
I started caring for seniors when I actually started caring for seniors when I...
India can also help with: Dementia, errands, mobility assistance, meal prep, home modification, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
CPR
Hello! My name is Jaylah, and I am a dedicated caregiver located in Orlando, FL, with a genuine passion for enhancing the quality of life for the elderly. With a strong background in healthcare, holding a Master of Science in Medicine and certifications in BLS/First Aid, CPR, and as a Medication Technician, I bring a...
Jaylah can also help with: Meal prep, errands
Larissa S.
Gainesville, FL
$15-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
PhD Student Looking For Tutoring Opportunities, Pet Care Opportunities, Housekeeping And Others
I'm a graduate student at UF so while I have a busy schedule, I'm also flexible. I love working with pets and tutoring STEM subjects. I have experience with senior care and enjoy tasks such as house cleaning and other errands
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, intelligent, sweet
I like caring for seniors because I got...
Larissa can also help with: Live-in home care, mobility assistance, errands, companionship, light cleaning, meal prep & more
April G.
Gainesville, FL
$13-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
Thank You For Your Time Reading About Me . I Aim To Give The Most Positive Feedback On My Work !
Dedicated and certified phlebotomist and medical assistant , registered nurse, certified CNA with a very high passion for delivering high - quality patient care and enhancing the efficiency of Healthcare services clinical knowledge also my compassion for patients and they health.
I also have 6 years of housekeeping experience...
April can also help with: Errands, mobility assistance, companionship, light cleaning, transportation, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Wound Care
CPR
Hi, I'm Nathan, a native to Florida. I've had the opportunity to travel abroad and do some amazing trip like touch down on a glacier in Alaska and spend time with indigenous tribes in Africa teaching kids soccer. I offer care-giving and transportation in Alachua county and surrounding areas. I enjoy and provide cooking, baking,...
Nathanael can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, transportation, light cleaning, errands
Give patients the time need to more at their pace.
Give empathy instead of sympathy.
Treat everyone as family.
Audry can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, dementia, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
CNA
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a certified nursing assistant, I also have First Aid CPR & AED. I have a passion for helping others. I have strong work ethic! I am dedicated, dependable, responsible, honest and I work hard to get every task done with positive results. Motivation is key. I'm open for growing and learning along the way.
Personal caregiver....
Yatandreia can also help with: Respite care, personal care
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
CNA
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My senior care giving experience has focused on clients with mobility challenges and/or dementia. As a caregiver for Senior Helpers, I transported clients, performed cooking and light housekeeping duties, assisted with mobility exercises and provided companionship. Since 2015 I have worked independently -- in home or in a care...
Nora can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, meal prep, personal care, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Nora has been a wonderful asset for the continued quality of life of my 91 year old mother. She is gentle and caring and has built a great rapport with my mom and myself. Her attention to mom's needs and comfort have been outstanding. I would recommend Nora highly...
Polly B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Helping senior people is more than just a job. My goal is to help people live at home. My style is to help seniors keep things the way they want them, to enhance their life not change it. I have many years' experience with all things domestic and as a caregiver :) I would appreciate the opportunity to discuss your needs and see...
Linda can also help with: Respite care, personal care, hospice services, dementia
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Linda worked for my Mom who is 88 yo and has definite short term memory issues but still likes to be in control of her life. Linda did a great job understanding Mom's moods and attitudes about how and when she wanted things done. My Mom wanted more hours than...
Donna O.
5.0
(10)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I can come to your home and help cook, help with housecleaning, laundry, errands, shopping, transportation to any kind of appointment, and give compassionate and loving companionship. I love providing home caregiving services to those that would otherwise not be able to do so. I have always enjoyed helping people so I know I am...
Debi can also help with: Personal care, respite care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Debi is such a blessing for my husband and me. She is irreplaceable and I am so happy to have her helping us. She is a good and honest person that anyone would be proud to have in their home. So glad we found each other."
Diane L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a very attentive and caring person. Love spending time with people that need extra help whether it be simple companionship or physical/mental assistance. I truly enjoy listening to stories of their lives. I can also run errands and do light housekeeping.
Melissa can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, companionship, mobility assistance, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Melissa is a wonderful caregiver! She is incredibly kind, compassionate and knowledgeable. She was one of my dad's favorite caregivers. He always looked forward to Melissa being with him, and I always had peace of mind that he was being well taken care of by her. I...
April H.
Pamela R.
Brooker, FL
$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
I have 6 years of paid experience 12 years experience with Alzheimer's. Willing to do what it takes to give excellent care to seniors.
Pamela can also help with: Respite care, meal prep, personal care, dementia, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Pam looked after my father who has dementia, very limited mobility and very few communication skills. I think she worked with him over 20 hours a week and I would recommend her highly and without reservation for working with elderly. She was patient, friendly,...
Betsy M.
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Recent caregiver reviews in Gainesville, FL
Nora W.
5.0
"Nora is the one person, including family members, that I can count on to organize herself to be where she says she will be and when without my having to follow up. When we interviewed she asked all the pertinent questions regarding Mom's care for the times of day we were asking for. I didn't feel...
- Care member
Linda S.
5.0
Linda worked for my Mom who is 88 yo and has definite short term memory issues but still likes to be in control of her life. Linda did a great job understanding Mom's moods and attitudes about how and when she wanted things done. My Mom wanted more hours than Linda had available so we made a...
- Donna O.
Debi W.
5.0
Debi is such a blessing for my husband and me. She is irreplaceable and I am so happy to have her helping us. She is a good and honest person that anyone would be proud to have in their home. So glad we found each other.
- Diane L.
Melissa C.
5.0
I can not express the overwhelming gratitude we feel for Melissa at this point in my family's well being.
She has as been my Fathers devoted caregiver for over a year. She is always on time, and stays late if needed! My father has dementia. He is intelligent, creative and extremely...
- Lacy H.
Pamela R.
5.0
Pam looked after my father who has dementia, very limited mobility and very few communication skills. I think she worked with him over 20 hours a week and I would recommend her highly and without reservation for working with elderly. She was patient, friendly, positive and very capable. He summers...
- Betsy M.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Gainesville, FL
What caregiver services can I find near me 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.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Gainesville, FL in 2024?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Gainesville, FL on Care.com as of June, 2024 is $16.60 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 Gainesville, FL?
There are currently 35 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.
Are private caregivers near me in Gainesville, FL background checked?
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.
Ratings for Gainesville, FL caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Caregivers in Gainesville, FL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 24 reviews of the 47 listed caregivers.