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24 caregivers are listed in Lawrence, KS
The average rate is $18/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby caregivers is 5 years
Caregivers in Lawrence, KS
5.0
(11)
Hello everyone! My name is Katie F! I've been a caregiver/CNA for over 7 years! I've absolutely enjoyed my career path and will continue to love what I do forever! I'm very motivated to give your loved one the care they deserve whether that's at home or elsewhere! I have experience with Dementia, Hospice(end of life) and all...
Kathryn can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Katie is dependable and reliable. She is able to
provide standard practice of care for her patients, but will always go above and beyond whenever possible."
Kodi S.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
More than 20 years experience working in various areas of healthcare and rehabilitation. I understand how to provide personal care in a dignified manner. Previous experience includes working in private homes, nursing facilities, hospitals and rehabilitation departments. My focus will always be to provide the highest quality,...
Allison can also help with: Errands, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep, companionship & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Allison was amazing with my brother for the last 6 months of his battle with ALS. My brother was quite stubborn and she was the only one that he would listen to most of the time. He trusted her with all of his care needs and she was invaluable to us.
She was very...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I've always enjoyed taking care of people especially elderly. I have a soft spot for them. You can count on me to be kind, caring and responsible. I will always treat others the way I'd want my grandparents to be treated. I am fully vaccinated against covid and can show my card if needed. Please let me know If you have any...
Sheridan can also help with: Light cleaning, live-in home care, errands, hospice services, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Sheridan is an exceptional individual. She always makes sure that the persons needs are met and she is willing to do anything that is asked of her. She is always pleasant and greets you with a smile which in turn makes you feel better. She is dedicated to her job...
Keith R.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience in a variety of caregiving assistance. I have been in long term care where I spent a great amount of time assisting patients with daily activities of daily living, operating lifts, peri care/personal hygiene upkeep, gathering and identifying medical supplies, documentation & charting and general patient...
Kalyn can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, hospice services, meal prep, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Kalyn went above & beyond to help me with my surgical procedure and make me feel comfortable during the entire process pre and post-op! She was truly the sweetest and I'd recommend her to anyone in a heartbeat needing care in the KC area :)"
Lauren A.
5.0
(1)
I am a retired RN with 25 yrs + experience in the emergency department, urgent care, pediatrics, hospice, case management and supervision.
I am willing to help on an as needed basis or a regular schedule. I can help with errands, appointments, medication reminders, light meal prep, light housekeeping and companionship. Taking...
Mary can also help with: Light cleaning, respite care, meal prep, transportation, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Mary M has a caring, understanding, competent and relaxing aura. She was able to turn a grumpy chronology older man's "I don't need anyone's help", to "I'm looking forward to Mary's visits." Mary understood my grumpy man's need to not appear to need any help and...
Care member
After my mother had a stroke I became her caregiver for one year. She was cognitively challenged and mostly blind so she need many types of care.
Christina can also help with: Transportation, light cleaning, errands, respite care, meal prep
I am a behavioral scientist going back to school, and seeking reliable sidework caregiving for a senior and their home. I enjoy investing in the lives of humans in need! Excellent references available upon request.
Rachel can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, transportation
I am CPR certified and have experience in memory care assisted living! I have a very bubbly personality and am very hard working. I am up for any task!
Mallory can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, companionship, errands, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Nearly a decade of CNA experience. Assist seniors with daily activities of living such as grocery shopping, preparing meals, dressing, showering, transportation, and laundry. Monitor any mental and physical changes and communicate changes to appropriate doctors and family members.
Manage doctor appointments and medication...
Alice can also help with: Live-in home care, mobility assistance, hospice services, companionship, personal care, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Hi! My name is Bayley, and I am looking for something occasional or part time as I already have another part time job. I have experience caring for my elderly grandparents for years. I am non-judgmental, caring, compassionate, reliable, and patient.
I do not smoke, I am vaccinated, and my other job requires me to get TB tests....
Bayley can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands, transportation
Lydia N.
Lawrence, KS
$8-13/hr
Caring for seniors holds a special place in my heart because of my own experiences with my grandparents. I witnessed firsthand the value of compassionate, respectful care in their lives. This connection motivates me to provide the same level of care and companionship to other seniors. I have volunteered in a caregiving facility...
Lydia can also help with: Dementia, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, transportation
Alexis W.
Lawrence, KS
$18/hr • 1 yrs exp
I worked for goodlife for a year and I've acquired a lot of experience taking care of seniors with all different kinds of conditions. Like dementia, cerebral palsy, autism, took care of seniors on hospice and much more. I passed medications while working there. Showered them, some were in wheel chairs so I learned a lot about...
Alexis can also help with: Meal prep, errands, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
Hello My name Is Paula and I am 41 years old. I do have my CNA/CHHA . And I have experience as a caregiver. If references are needed I can provide you with name and numbers. I can work 8 hour shifts days, and 12 hours overnights during the week if needed. I can be flexible as well. I can do bathing, reminder of medications,...
Paula can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, hospice services, light cleaning, personal care, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Carlie H.
Tonganoxie, KS
$13-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I've been taking care of the elderly since 2013. I have such love for helping them. I have lots of experience will people of all ages, backgrounds, disabilities and needs. I have a lot of experience caring for people with dementia and Alzheimer's. I have my certified medication aide license as well and I am very experienced in...
Carlie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, respite care, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
Currently, I am taking care of a stroke person who in the last two years that I have been taking care of him I have seen such noticeable improvement in his speech and walking ability such as walking without his cane.
I am taking care of a person with a brain tumor. Taking the person to Dr's appointment and errands.
I have good...
Brenda can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, personal care, errands, respite care, light cleaning & more
Laura W.
Shawnee, KS
$25-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
4.7
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
31 years of caring for seniors as a physical therapist. Certified CPR. Now, retired physical therapist. Caregiving for the elderly is my passion! I have experience with patients with dementia and most physical diagnoses. I like to keep people as active as they can tolerate. I value humor but with appropriateness.
Laura can also help with: Meal prep, errands, dementia, mobility assistance, companionship, personal care & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
" Laura has a big heart and is extremely kind. She is smart and reliable. She has a great sense of humor. "
Jennifer M.
Tabetha W.
Tecumseh, KS
$20-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
Caring for seniors allows me to provide the care and support seniors need and it allows me to give them respect and gratitude they deserve after their lifelong contributions to society. I realize that one day most of us will be in a position to need care whether the care is needed , our pets, and/or our children, and I provide...
Tabetha can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, meal prep, errands, mobility assistance, transportation & more
I'd describe my personality as approachable, nice, caring
I like caring for seniors because they are the backbone of our society. They paved the way for all of us. We all should be giving back by caring for our elderly community
I'm looking for a job that is fulfilling, steady and rewarding.
I started caring for seniors when...
Christopher can also help with: Live-in home care, errands, companionship, mobility assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
I am nonjudgmental and compassionate, perhaps to a fault. I have always been told I am a natural caregiver, from the parents of children I've worked with, to the patients I've had pleasure of serving and to whom I've provided support over the years, to my own family members. Although I don't have traditional medical training or...
Leigh can also help with: Mobility assistance, dementia, companionship, errands, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
I have been a licensed cna for over 2 years and have experience with elderly care including memory care. I am a full time college student and have a full time job. If you're looking for occasional help or someone to fill in for your caregiver, I'm your gal.
Hannah can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia
Skills:
CNA
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Recent caregiver reviews in Lawrence, KS
Kathryn F.
5.0
Katie is a wonderful person ! Hard worker and very reliable.
- Erica R.
Allison R.
5.0
Allison always went above and beyond what she needed to do or what was asked of her. She promised my son that she would stay with him until the end and she did. Sadly he passed away on July 13th and she was with him until the last day. Hopefully I will never need a caregiver again but if I did...
- Care member
Sheridan K.
5.0
Sheridan is so sensitive to our needs, which are many with all three of us being senior citizens, two spending most of their waking hours in wheelchairs.
As the primary caregiver of the three, I also have my limitations, which she understands and respects as much as she does the two designated...
- Dee M.
Kalyn P.
5.0
Kalyn went above & beyond to help me with my surgical procedure and make me feel comfortable during the entire process pre and post-op! She was truly the sweetest and I'd recommend her to anyone in a heartbeat needing care in the KC area :)
- Lauren A.
Mary M.
5.0
Mary M has a caring, understanding, competent and relaxing aura. She was able to turn a grumpy chronology older man's "I don't need anyone's help", to "I'm looking forward to Mary's visits." Mary understood my grumpy man's need to not appear to need any help and just be a friend who helped. Mary...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Lawrence, KS
What caregiver services can I find near me in Lawrence, KS?
Most private senior caregiver services in Lawrence, KS 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 Lawrence.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Lawrence, KS in 2024?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Lawrence, KS on Care.com as of May, 2024 is $18.62 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 Lawrence, KS?
There are currently 13 caregivers in Lawrence, KS on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Lawrence, KS 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 Lawrence before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Lawrence, KS background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Lawrence, KS 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 Lawrence, KS caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Caregivers in Lawrence, KS are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 22 reviews of the 24 listed caregivers.