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I have been a caregiver for 11 years. My experience includes Alzheimer's, dementia, Parkinson's, diabetes, COPD, congestive heart failure (CHF), fall risk, hospice, and clients that just need help around the house. I care for my clients as if they were my own parents. I'm kind, compassionate, and caring. My services include...
Pat can also help with: Personal care, dementia
4.7
(9)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have 10+ years of experience in elderly care and am compassionate about my work because of the joy I derive from caring the elderly and vulnerable. Being calm and patient by nature, helps me handle difficult situations e. g. dementia, Alzheimer/sundown conditions.
I have a lot of experience in providing daily care(ADL)...
Adelaide can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, live-in home care, errands, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Adalaide took care of my mother for 6 months. I believe the great care that Adelaide gave my mother extended her life. My mother was always relaxed when Adelaide was her aid and felt safe and comfortable."
christine M.
I cared for my grandmother who had Dementia on a full-time basis and I have also assisted part-time with someone who has CP and someone with multiple psychological and physical tendencies. I have a diverse background in care-giving and in general I am a very compassionate and loyal person.
Stacey can also help with: Home modification, companionship, light cleaning, errands, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
Hi my name is Quamerah and I'm a certified nursing assistant with over 10+ years of experience caring for children, adults and seniors. I'm passionate about providing excellent care and companionship to those who need it.
Quamerah can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, errands, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Home Health Aide
Deserae P.
Earleville, MD
< $10/hr • 2 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as goofy, bright, outgoing
I like caring for seniors because it gives me joy helping others when they can't help themselves
I'm looking for a job that decent pay and good hrs
I started caring for seniors when when I graduated high school
In my spare time, I like to adventure and draw
One thing...
Deserae can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, companionship, light cleaning, mobility assistance, errands & more
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi
My name is Lisa. I have been working with seniors for over 13 years. I love what I do, giving care to the elderly! I am kind, patient and understanding and compassionate . I enjoy cooking! I don't mind light housekeeping and just helping out where I can. So that the family can have a peace of mind. I am experienced in...
Lisa can also help with: Companionship, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Lisa is a very dependable person with a great sense of humor. You will be glad to have her on your team"
Mona R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
*Fully vaccinated and boosted*
Hello! My name is Maria. I am a kind, warm, compassionate, patient woman who is seeking to provide companionship to a senior individual, as well as to provide transportation to appointments, errands & shopping. I find being around seniors to be a rewarding experience. I also gain a lot of wisdom...
Maria can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, companionship, meal prep, transportation
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Very dependable! Great companion and listens to directions. Helps with exercise and manipulation with arm. Very pleased with Maria!"
Mimi S.
Cleo H.
Smyrna, DE
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Home Health Aide, Full And Part-Time, Housekeeping, Child Care, Babysitting
3.7
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I provide personal care, housekeeping, errands, and meal prep. I have over 25 years of experience as a caregiver and can provide references from past and current clients.
Cleo can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, home modification, hospice services, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Cleo is a very dedicated care provider. Caregiving is definitely her calling. She is attentive and has great bedside manners. Cleo definitely exceeded my expectations and I will admit that they were high, but only bc I knew I would pay well for service. She was...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Dawn! I am a patient, compassionate, mature lady with a background in Occupational Therapy (I am a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant licensed in Delaware) I am also a Certified Living in Place Professional.
I'm fully vaccinated and boosted. I am certified in Basic Life Support and CPR.
I have many years of...
Dawn can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, companionship, meal prep, errands, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
" She is very reliable and very driven "
Ralph S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Dear Prospective Client,
My name is Carol. I am a compassionate, dependable, organized, trustworthy and skilled caregiver for medically challenged seniors. My clients are provided excellent care tailored to individual needs.
Care services may include:
Medication Management
Manage patient hygiene
Accompany patient to medical...
Carol can also help with: Dementia, errands, light cleaning, companionship, meal prep, hospice services & more
5.0
"Mrs. Carol has been a wonderful addition. She is very professional. She has been very kind and compassionate with my mother. But has also got her to do things that she wouldn't have done with anyone else. She is an excellent caregiver and I would highly recommend...
Dainelle H.
I'd describe my personality as caring, loving, compassionate
I like caring for seniors because it brings me joy to be able to meet there needs and be of service to ensure all there needs are being met.
I'm looking for a job that I can learn and gain more experience with different clients being open and giving the proper care...
Chelsea can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, companionship, transportation, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Okyia C.
Smyrna, DE
$16-18/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello!! I been caregiving going on 2 years now! I do have a day time job and scheduling is flexible! I am open to help in any way possible! I will do overnights, please feel free to contact me!
Okyia can also help with: Errands, dementia, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"I enjoyed having her visit. she is very good with going above and beyond what needs to be done & always has a positive attitude while doing it. she demonstrates very strong understanding of one’s individual needs & very understanding when listening to anyone’s...
Care member
I have always loved working with Seniors. I have several years of professional experience as well as personal experience assisting seniors. I am a very caring, patient and empathetic caregiver who will do my very best to meet the needs of my client, ensure they are well taken care of and happy, and put their family at ease...
Heidi can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, live-in home care, meal prep, personal care, errands & more
Hello,
I've had a lot of experience with cooking/meal prepping, cleaning, transporting, and companionship. I'm a loyal caregiver willing to come into your home and help out. I'm very flexible with my schedule and I'd be happy to assist in any way.
Tiria can also help with: Companionship, errands, live-in home care, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
Wound Care
Rene H.
Middletown, DE
$15-20/hr
Hi! I have some experience working with older adults. For example, my grandfather has lived with me for over 10 years now and I help out with taking him to doctors appointments, cooking meals, giving him eyedrops, and just providing companionship. Additionally I briefly cared for a family friend's mother who suffered from a...
Rene can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, errands, meal prep
Terri A.
Townsend, DE
$38/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as warm, empathetic, and attentive
Last year we moved my brother into my home so that I could take care of him at the end of his life. Each day had so much purpose in being able to help someone who was so vulnerable. At the same time, I learned a lot about navigating the healthcare, caregiving, and...
Terri can also help with: Companionship, respite care, transportation
I have 29+ years of experience in facilities and private homes. I have held a CNA/GNA license, expired in 2014 but is on MBON website listed as inactive. Im comfortable and knowledgable with administering medication and very familiar with different medications, side effects, ect. Also knowledge of many medical conditions....
Emily can also help with: Dementia, errands, personal care, light cleaning, respite care, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Home Health Aide
Amanda A.
Perryville, MD
$20-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
My name is Amanda. I am a compassionate, reliable, and patient caregiver. I have 2 years of private caregiving experience. I am BLS Certified.
Amanda can also help with: Errands, personal care, meal prep, transportation, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
Cassidy D.
Bear, DE
$12-20/hr
Hi! My names Cassidy. I currently attending college & will be graduating with my associates degree in Elementary Education at the end of December. I worked at daycares on and off for a few years & then switched to nannying about a year ago. I wanted to give senior care a try, beinf that I have always loved being around my...
Cassidy can also help with: Meal prep, errands, transportation
Sherianne B.
Dover, DE
$16-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have worked with seniors for over 15 years between working as a Caseworker for Meals on Wheels, Caregiving, and as an NREMT-B
Sherianne can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, mobility assistance, errands, meal prep, dementia & more
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Recent caregiver reviews in Galena, MD
Adelaide A.
5.0
I highly recommend Adelaide. She was my mother's caregiver for 7 months providing her the best possible care that she could have had, despite my mother not being the easiest personality. Adelaide was an asset to my parents' household. She helped my father with housekeeping and phone calls and...
- Care member
Lisa R.
5.0
Lisa is a very dependable person with a great sense of humor. You will be glad to have her on your team
- Mona R.
Maria P.
5.0
Very dependable! Great companion and listens to directions. Helps with exercise and manipulation with arm. Very pleased with Maria!
- Mimi S.
Cleo H.
5.0
Cleo is a very dedicated care provider. Caregiving is definitely her calling. She is attentive and has great bedside manners. Cleo definitely exceeded my expectations and I will admit that they were high, but only bc I knew I would pay well for service. She was referred to me by a long-time family...
- Care member
Dawn P.
5.0
She is very reliable and very driven
- Ralph S.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Galena, MD
What caregiver services can I find near me in Galena, MD?
Most private senior caregiver services in Galena, MD 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 Galena.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Galena, MD in 2024?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Galena, MD on Care.com as of May, 2024 is $20.00 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 Galena, MD?
There are currently 1 caregivers in Galena, MD on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Galena, MD 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 Galena before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Galena, MD background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Galena, MD 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.