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60 caregivers are listed in Independence, MO
The average rate is $16/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby caregivers is 8 years
Caregivers in Independence, MO
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
8 years RN experience, 3 years home health RN experience. 14+ years caregiving experience. My philosophy for care is to maintain dignity, autonomy, and maximal wellness. This requires meeting each patient and family where they are at in their life journey and following the patient's wants and needs to the extent that our mutual...
Amanda can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, errands, light cleaning, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Wound Care
5.0
"I cannot say enough about Amanda! She helped our family care for our mother that had ALS. She was kind and dependable. She was able to help with her care, but also did whatever we needed. She sat with my mom and held her hand on the day she died, I will forever...
Molly T.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a Christian, mother to three, grandmother to two, and a veteran. I have worked as a live-in nanny and in recent years I have been a caretaker for several people with chronic health issues that cause severe pain and physical fragility. I have provided respite care for CRPS patients and have cared for a multiple myeloma...
Marykay can also help with: Respite care, personal care
5.0
"I was in very bad shape. I have "innumerable" fractures in my entire spine, pelvis, femurs, ribs, and humerus due to cancer. When she cared for me, I could barely move without excruciating pain, and she was very gentle with me. She would make sure to move things...
Candace B.
Tina H.
Kansas City, MO
$17-22/hr • 8 yrs exp
Dedicated Caregiver With A Passion For Assisting The Elderly In Order For Them To Live Better Luces
5.0
(1)
My name is Tina and I was a teacher for 15 years. I decided I wanted a change in scenery for a career so I entered the field of home health care. Well, I enjoyed it so much that I now have 8 years of experience. My duties have included help with transportation, personal care, household chores, meal preparation and the monitoring...
Tina can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, errands, dementia, meal prep, hospice services & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Tina is wonderful! She cared for both my father and mother when we were in need of additional help, an answer to our prayers. What started out with helping them around the house eventually turned into helping with their bathing and other needs. She was there...
Teresa G.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Sophia . I've been experienced caregiver for more than 30 years. I have my CPR & First Aid certificate and lots more. New experience is fun & exciting. I am Dependable, Reliable, flexible, and very outgoing and funny. I Love what I do. I look forward to meeting with you and your family. I am not vaccinated as of yet...
Sophia can also help with: Companionship, dementia, meal prep, errands, mobility assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Sophia is a wonderful caregiver to my dad and mom. She’s been working with our family for several months now, full time. She’s punctual, flexible and communicates well. My dad is a very difficult client and Sophia has found a way to take him with a smile and also...
Care member
4.8
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Katelyn. I am a Certified Nursing Assistant. I have been in this profession for almost 5 years! I love my job and what I do. Before I got my license I helped take care of my grandparents and still do from time to time to help out my Dad. I have plenty of experience and can provide multiple references. I love...
Katelyn can also help with: Live-in home care, meal prep, errands, companionship, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
4.0
"Katelyn was very nice, prompt and respectable. She worked well with my husband. He was happy with her service."
Joan G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Actually, i would like to start my experience in caring for seniors, i used to have friends of this age, and i know they need a lot of patience, love, and attention, they want to be heard.
Martha can also help with: Personal care
5.0
"Martha and her husband Felipe are hard working and dependable people. They are very detailed in their cleaning.
I will definitely be using them again! I highly recommend them if you're looking for house cleaning services. You won't be sorry.
Thanks again...
Deb F.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Rebekah.
I have 10+ years of experience taking care of the elderly.
After being a live-in caregiver to my grandparents ( with diabetes and congestive heart failure) I have worked as a professional caregiver for almost 5+ years. I recently moved here from FL at the beginning of the year and I look forward to...
Rebekah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, errands, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Rebeka is a wonderful, caring and dedicated caregiver. She's always on time and very caring and attentive to her patients. Do not hesitate to hire her you will not be disappointed.
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Sharol S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am willing to go the extra mile to provide compassionate, honest care. I love helping seniors, disabled, Mentally Challenged, whoever needs my help
Skills: Have worked with clients with severe brain damage, mentally challenged, multiple sclerosis, paraplegics , stroke victim, Alzheimer's, Parkinson, diabetic, tracheotomy,...
Roxana can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, hospice services, companionship, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
5.0
"We hired Roxana to watch my mother who has dementia. Roxana was terrific with my mom making her comfortable and relaxed. My mom can be moody and is prone to hallucinations but Roxana kept her calm. She was flexible and incredibly easy to work with. My mom was well...
Ali H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Over 30 years of proving care for your family's loved Experience with Alzheimer's patients. Diabetic patients, distribution of medications. Experience with lifts, feeding tubes, ventilators . Assistance with daily activity such as bathing, dressing , combing hair, meal preparation, and transportation needs. References available...
Lois can also help with: Errands, dementia, hospice services, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Lois is reliable and very helpful. She was kind and thoughtful to my mother-in-law. I would recommend Lois."
Carla I.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Most of my experience is in long term care & one on one private care. Skills include dementia & Alzheimer's, assisting w/bathing, dressing, feeding, medications, elimination, transfers, ambulating, housekeeping, meals & activities. Monitoring blood glucose, vital signs & wound care. Maintaining a clean, healthy & safe...
Mary can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, companionship, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"Compassionate, very personable cares dearly for her patients she’s not just a CNA she’s family… took very good care of family member in facility"
Care member
Lauren J.
Kansas City, MO
$8-13/hr • 5 yrs exp
I cared for my mom for 5 years. She had Alzheimer's disease and Breast Cancer. I throughly enjoyed what I did and I strive to give back and help anyone that's in need! I know how hard being a caregiver can be.
Lauren can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning
Hi I'm Susanna! I'm 20 years old. I have two years of experience in Senior care and currently work in a Home Care Assistance. I have been giving care to a married couple since september 2021, and they are now moving to care facility. I am now in search of a new client. I love to help with daily tasks and prioritize showing...
Susanna can also help with: Hospice services, respite care, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, errands & more
Essi H.
Overland Park, KS
$8-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I Have Been A Caregiver For 3years.I Love Caring For Others.
I have been a caregiver for 3years. I love caring for others.
I'd describe my personality as compassionate, caring and enthusiastic
Essi can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, transportation, companionship, errands & more
Katherine W.
Kansas City, KS
$13-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Caregiver with 8 years experience. Student at KUMC. Helpful, flexible, responsive, empathetic, inclusive. Love to laugh and build relationships with the client!
Katherine can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, errands, meal prep, live-in home care & more
Shene S.
Kansas City, MO
$8-34/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi!
I am a compassionate caregiver with two years professional experience as a home care aid.
Shene can also help with: Dementia, errands, meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Mindy Y.
Blue Springs, MO
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part Time Care Giver With 12 Plus Years Memory Care Experience
I am a former CNA with over 14 years of caring giving experience. I have been in a group home, facility, and home setting. My previous roles have been as a CNA Wellness Assistant and Caregiver. In my last role, I was in a memory care facility as a wellness assistant for over 13 years. I am up to date with my CPR and first aid...
Mindy can also help with: Dementia, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning, mobility assistance, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Responsible caregiver who shows a high level of compassion to the patients and their families. Able to perform all job tasks and understands how to balance the needs of the patient with the needs of the organization.
Bryneisha can also help with: Hospice services, errands, companionship, live-in home care, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Wound Care
My first experience taking care of seniors was working in an adult day care and as a nursing assistant in a hospital, that was many years ago but I really loved it. More recently, I worked in a doctor's office as a medical assistant. I have also worked in home health. I have experience in senior care and really enjoy being a...
Cory can also help with: Meal prep, errands, transportation, light cleaning, dementia
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
1.0
(1)
Hello friends!
Below are some detailed information about myself and my experience as a caregiver.
Name : Sarah
Age: 24 years
Experience: Hoyer/Lift. Ambulation / wheelchair/ feeding / dressing / shower/ med reminder.
Experience: Parkinson's disease/ Alzheimer's disease/ Dementia/ Quadriplegic.
YEARS OF EXPERIENCE: 6YRS as...
Sarah can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, personal care, home modification
I currently work with seniors in their homes for a companionship. I do anywhere from personal care, preparing meals, cleaning, laundry, and shopping.
Christine can also help with: Personal care, dementia, light cleaning
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
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Recent caregiver reviews in Independence, MO
Amanda M.
5.0
I cannot say enough about Amanda! She helped our family care for our mother that had ALS. She was kind and dependable. She was able to help with her care, but also did whatever we needed. She sat with my mom and held her hand on the day she died, I will forever be grateful for the love she...
- Molly T.
Marykay H.
5.0
Marykay was a very dependable and charismatic caregiver. She was always on time and never missed a day. I trusted her to lift me and we developed a special bond. I would highly recommend hiring her! Please PM me with any questions.
- Tom B.
Tina H.
5.0
Tina is wonderful! She cared for both my father and mother when we were in need of additional help, an answer to our prayers. What started out with helping them around the house eventually turned into helping with their bathing and other needs. She was there with us to the very end. She has a...
- Teresa G.
Sophia C.
5.0
Sophia is a wonderful caregiver to my dad and mom. She’s been working with our family for several months now, full time. She’s punctual, flexible and communicates well. My dad is a very difficult client and Sophia has found a way to take him with a smile and also make him laugh. She’s kind, caring...
- Care member
Katelyn P.
5.0
Katelyn has been a joy and a blessing to our family. She has a sweet and soft-spoken nature but is a total pro at gently leading and prompting our two seniors with dementia. She has a calming energy that sets a lovely tone in our home. Katelyn is observant, proactive, flexible and hardworking. She...
- Mandy P.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Independence, MO
What caregiver services can I find near me in Independence, MO?
Most private senior caregiver services in Independence, MO 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 Independence.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Independence, MO in 2024?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Independence, MO on Care.com as of May, 2024 is $16.00 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 Independence, MO?
There are currently 5 caregivers in Independence, MO on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Independence, MO 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 Independence before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Independence, MO background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Independence, MO 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 Independence, MO caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.0 / 5
Caregivers in Independence, MO are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed caregivers.