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Caregivers in Lake Wales, FL
Kathleen B.
Lake Wales, FL
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part Time Senior Caregiver Available For Companion Care And Meal Prep
I am an experienced mature caregiver that genuinely cares about the needs of others. I have more than 15+ years of experience as I started working at assisted living facilities at 25 years old and have ran two eight-bed facilities for the elderly in Milwaukee and Madison. I have home health care experience with Comfort Keepers,...
Kathleen can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, home modification, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
Chiquita S.
Lake Wales, FL
$15-24/hr • 10 yrs exp
A Multi-Tasker With Great Communication & Organization Skills.
Maintains a flexible schedule whether its in advance or at the last minute with reliable transportation.
Extremely capable and compassionate caregiver with extensive experience with elderly residents with and without dementia. Hardworking and honest individual who is able to take initiative and exceed the expectations of...
Chiquita can also help with: Respite care, home modification, live-in home care, personal care, dementia
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
I feel like caring for people is one the best things you can do to grow as a person. It improves your good qualities and enhances your well being.
Aja can also help with: Companionship
I have 10 years in the nursing field. I started my career as a certified nursing assistant, then I became a licensed practical nurse, and finally a registered nurse. After graduating nursing school, I continued my career working with the elderly population. I grew up a "Grandma's girl", so I have a true compassion and...
Brittany can also help with: Personal care, mobility assistance, companionship, dementia, hospice services, specialized care & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
5.0
(1)
Experienced with elderly care, activities of daily living and various day to day care. Very patient and flexible to ensure client needs are met.
Paula can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, hospice services
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Miss Hewitt helped me to care for my mother at a time when she was very ill due to complications from her surgery. She was very reliable and made sure my mother took her medications and attended all her doctor appointments. She also prepared her meals and as she...
Care member
5.0
(7)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Home Health Care for a 104-year-old gentleman for 5 years. Duties include meal preparation, shopping, assisting with medication, blood sugar readings, insulin injections, wound care, massage/skin care for circulation, bathing, washing and cutting hair, nail grooming, shaving, dressing, change bedding , laundry, dishes, cleaning...
Cheryl can also help with: Dementia, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Cheryl is amazing with my 80 year old Mother. I live in Houston and needed to find someone to take my Mom to her Doctor appointments to sit in with her and be a second set of ears for me in Winter Haven. Cheryl goes above and beyond for my Mother and I. She is so...
Karen H.
5.0
(8)
I love people who have lived longer than I. They have much to share in the areas of wisdom and life's lessons. While in Florida I took care of an elderly gentleman doing everything from wound care to groceries and from laundry to making meals. This week I just finished with an elderly lady taking care of her the same. I...
Michele can also help with: Companionship, personal care, meal prep, light cleaning, mobility assistance
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
5.0
"Michelle is very professional kind and understanding. She always kept me up-to-date when picking up my dad or dropping him off at the senior care Center . She is a pleasure to talk to and to be with. As soon as my husband my dad and I met her I felt this...
Julie P.
Kristal K.
Babson Park, FL
$17-22/hr • 1 yrs exp
Part Time /Full Time Caregiver, Dog/Cat (Animal) Caregiver, Light House Keeping.
5.0
(1)
I've cared for my grandmother and another elderly woman. I would help bath, dress, prepare meals and aid in bathroom assistance. I administered daily medication and light housekeeping including laundry. I am compassionate and enjoy caring for the elderly. I enjoy life and love to make people laugh. I am also an animal lover. No...
Kristal can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, transportation, companionship, meal prep, personal care & more
5.0
"I would highly recommend Kristal to anyone in need of an honest, dependable, and compassionate person to provide care. She has always been helpful and a pleasure to use."
Karisa S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm a lovely caregiver compassionate who like to taking care of elderly have experience with Alzheimer's and dementia adults experienced in assistant living , private home 1:1 care I do also have experienced in housekeeping can care of a love one who need help with compassionate care , personal care errand shopping dressing meal...
Jeanne can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, errands, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Jeanne is always on time, has a positive attitude, good communication skills and thinks on her feet. She is very conscientious, hard working and thorough.
She assists my legally blind father with shower, dressing and shaving. She also does light cleaning,...
Jacqui C.
Help clients take prescribed medication
Assist clients with ambulation and mobility around the house or outside (doctor s appointments, walks etc.)
Cecilia can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, hospice services, errands, light cleaning, personal care & more
Angieliki M.
Winter Haven, FL
$62/hr • 1 yrs exp
Excellent Caregiver By Just Being The Responsible Friend
Empathic and compassionate caregiver
Know to administrate medications by instructions
Organized in order to complete each task successfully
Patience in general (try to show the positive things of life)
Respectful treating each patient
Can bend and lift heavy weight
Willing to grow in the industry
Talkative and...
Angieliki can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, errands, transportation
Skills:
CPR
11 years of experience. I held CNA license for 4 years before going back to school for my LPN in 2010. I recently finished the LPN-RN bridge program at Galen School of Nursing and have received my Associates in Science. I am awaiting to take my boards to receive my RN. I absolutely love geriatrics. There is not a job that is to...
Gabrielle can also help with: Visiting nurse, personal care, dementia
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
I worked for a year during High School at a Child's Care Center during my senior year.
I have 2 years experience working with the elderly at the Redwoods Retirement Center back when I was in college in California... and I loved it! I've gotten tired of working in an office type setting day in and day out. It doesn't appeal to...
Karen can also help with: Mobility assistance, personal care, companionship, errands, light cleaning, meal prep & more
My name is Miatta (me-yah-tah), and I'm a devoted wife and mother to a wonderful 4-year-old boy. While I've always cherished working with children, I also have a deep passion for providing care to seniors. Having worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) during my college years, I gained invaluable experience and developed a...
Miatta can also help with: Errands, transportation, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
Maria C.
Winter Haven, FL
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 10 year experience I'm very compassionate caregiver I have a genuine love for people I have a CNA license HHA certification . Alzhaimer and dementia certification and CPR certified have a experience working with patient whit Alzhaimer , Reference provided
Maria can also help with: Dementia, companionship, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Most detailed care of my husband. Went above and beyond of care duties. Very clean . The ultimate professional of care giving. Will use again if needed."
Mary W.
Donna S.
Winter Haven, FL
$15-25/hr
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a compassionate and caring companion for any senior person that needs help. I have cared for Alzheimer/dementia patients, provided medication management, bathing, meal preparation, dressing and mobility help. I would give your loved one the same care and respect that I would give my own parents..
Donna can also help with: Transportation, personal care, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, companionship & more
5.0
(1)
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Dementia. I have experience with bathing and grooming. I also can do meals and feedings. Hoyer lift experience. Medication management.
Jacinth can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Jacinth has been the most reliable and professional care taker EVER! She has a great relationship with my mom and she is by the book with a care and understanding like no other!"
Daryl F.
Amanda S.
Winter Haven, FL
$25/hr • 8 yrs exp
Very Compassionate, Understanding, Warm Hearted Private Caregiver
5.0
(1)
Hello! I absolutely love spending time with seniors. I enjoy providing companionship and listening to their stories. I love to cook! I am able to assist with all activities of daily living including light housekeeping, cooking, personal care, transportation, medication, exercise... I have extensive training/experience working...
Amanda can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, mobility assistance, errands, dementia, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Re: Amanda Recommendation
To Whom it may concern: I am delighted to recommend Amanda for employment. She worked with my husband, an Alzheimer patient, for the past 9 months; she is prompt, attentive, and professional. She was always ready to take on whatever...
Care member
Yolanda M.
Kissimmee, FL
$18/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am a patient, reliable, and loyal person who loves helping people with over 14 years of experience caring for seniors. I am good at multitasking , patient, energetic, kind , loyal person . I love to help people, and helping to take care of the elderly is something I love doing. I give each person a hundred percent of myself....
Yolanda can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, mobility assistance, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Yolanda has been so amazing in her care for my 87 yo father with dementia. She knows how to gracefully, skillfully handle every situation with such kindness and patience. Bathing, teeth brushing, dressing, hygiene, walking, eating…. She was also very kind and...
Jackie V.
Alicia J.
Davenport, FL
$15-35/hr • 7 yrs exp
WOULD YOU WANT YOUR PARENTS TO STAY AT HOME or continue living wherever they call home?
I am Alicia. I've been in the home-care field for the past 7 years and what I do is help older adults age in place in the comfort of their homes and keep their dignity.
Making the decision to get care-giving services can be a difficult one...
Alicia can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, live-in home care, meal prep, companionship, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
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Recent caregiver reviews in Lake Wales, FL
Paula H.
5.0
Miss Hewitt helped me to care for my mother at a time when she was very ill due to complications from her surgery. She was very reliable and made sure my mother took her medications and attended all her doctor appointments. She also prepared her meals and as she regained her strength she would take...
- Care member
Cheryl M.
5.0
Cheryl is amazing with my 80 year old Mother. I live in Houston and needed to find someone to take my Mom to her Doctor appointments to sit in with her and be a second set of ears for me in Winter Haven. Cheryl goes above and beyond for my Mother and I. She is so loving, caring, patient and...
- Karen H.
Michele A.
5.0
Michelle has literally been a godsend for my father! She went above and beyond in every way. She not only did a fantastic job but she also helped in the transition when she was moving away. We never had to worry when it was her shift as we knew she would get everything completed and done with such...
- Tanya S.
Kristal K.
5.0
I would highly recommend Kristal to anyone in need of an honest, dependable, and compassionate person to provide care. She has always been helpful and a pleasure to use.
- Karisa S.
Jeanne E.
5.0
Jeanne is always on time, has many good attributes. Wasn't a fit for my dad but could really be helpful for someone in need.
- Beth W.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Lake Wales, FL
What caregiver services can I find near me in Lake Wales, FL?
Most private senior caregiver services in Lake Wales, 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 Lake Wales.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Lake Wales, FL in 2024?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Lake Wales, FL on Care.com as of May, 2024 is $15.25 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 Lake Wales, FL?
There are currently 4 caregivers in Lake Wales, FL on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Lake Wales, 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 Lake Wales before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Lake Wales, FL background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Lake Wales, 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.