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48 caregivers are listed in Lexington, KY
The average rate is $14/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby caregivers is 6 years
Caregivers in Lexington, KY
4.8
(21)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have a big heart for the elderly and have worked in home health for 15 years. I have also volunteered at an elderly home for 4 years. I have a passion to take care of people so I will always do whatever is asked of me. I cared for family members and friends and I would love the opportunity to put a smile on someone's face.
Mary can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, dementia, errands, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
CPR
5.0
"We cannot say enough about Mary! She has been absolutely AMAZING with my dad! So dependable, honest and hard working! Mary will be the best caregiver for your loved one!"
Alice M.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Caregiver with Alzheimer's/dementia experience. Love the work I do and helping those in need. Currently work in a Alzheimers/Dementia care assisted living facility and help with bathing, toileting, feeding, dressing, and anything else that is needed from the residents.
Allison can also help with: Dementia, personal care
5.0
"Allison is a great caregiver and did a great job for us. I would definitely hire her again! Thank you, Allison."
James Y.
5.0
(4)
I have been a senior caregiver for 5 years now and enjoy it. Also have been a nanny. I have excellent references. I am a young 61-year-old.
Karen can also help with: Visiting physician, errands, meal prep
5.0
"I used to work at the same medical office with Karen. She was always a pleasure to be around because she was always upbeat and had a great personality and wit. Karen was always great with the patients. Her work was impeccable and she was very articulate."
James B.
Kristin P.
Lexington, KY
$17/hr • 6 yrs exp
Part Time Caregiver/companion/errand Runner For Seniors & Their Family
5.0
(5)
I'm a former RN who misses the time I used to get to spend with my senior patients. I enjoyed the fast paced, medical aspect of working as a nurse on a medical-surgical unit. However, what I loved the most was the care taking aspect of my job. I enjoyed connecting with my patients, many of whom were seniors, as well as getting...
Kristin can also help with: Personal care, errands, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, mobility assistance & more
5.0
"Kristin helped care for a family member with dementia. I was very happy with her: reliable, skilled, gentle, and good at finding ways to communicate with the family member.
She was a pleasure to work with. I have since recommended her to two other families. "
Rachel L.
Dina F.
Lexington, KY
$17/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I have 20 years of experience working in senior care. Im very dependable and enjoy caring for people. I have experience with dementia, alzheimers, feeding, transfers, medication management, bathing , stroke, g-tube just to name some of my experience. I have excellent references. The Stewart Home in Frankfort. Use me when a...
Dina can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, home modification, respite care, dementia, personal care & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
5.0
"Dina is an AMAZING caregiver! Very friendly,kind, warm and her personality definitely fits her line of work! I would recommend her to anyone! She’s the BEST!"
Care member
Jeania T.
Lexington, KY
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Have Over 9 Years Experience In Taking Care Of The Elderly
4.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been a caregiver for over 20 years. I am professional, respectful, caring, dependable, and compassionate. My care has included both ladies and gentlemen with diverse backgrounds. I have experience with Alzheimer's, Dementia, Stroke, Palliative care, Hospice, and Transfers. Care often required Med reminders, personal...
Jeania can also help with: Dementia, personal care, home modification, respite care
3.0
"Hired Jeania on 11/19/2018 for a weekend position. Due to her schedule we set up for a 12/01 start date. Confirmed start state the next day and that the position was accepted. Received a text at 3:45pm on 11/29 (less than 48 hours before her requested start date)...
Ashley L.
La B.
Lexington, KY
$8-18/hr
4.5
(2)
I've been the main caregiver for my elderly mother for the last 5 or 6 years. It started out well; her health was still good. But out of the blue she developed several symptoms that no doctor can account for. I know very well about the frustration, fatigue, depression, and hope that a person has who takes care of a loved one. I...
La can also help with: Transportation, respite care, errands, light cleaning
4.0
"Ms. B. is caring, generous, straightforward, and funny! She's also great with kids and adults that act like kids."
Adrian A.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Judy I have been a caregiver for 30+years. I have experience with dementia, Alzheimer patients, hip patients. My patients ask where did we find you? You are so caring and gentle. I care for your loved one as I would want you to care for mine. I can help with Transportation Services and Meal Preparation. I love...
Judy can also help with: Errands, dementia, live-in home care, light cleaning, companionship, hospice services & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
5.0
"Judy sat with my 91-year-old mom during a particularly difficult time and did a wonderful job. Would definitely recommend Judy!"
Brenda A.
Carly B.
Lexington, KY
$14-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Licensed Occupational Therapist Looking For Part Time Caregiving Opportunities
Hello! I am a licensed, certified occupational therapist with experience working in nursing home, rehab hospital and home health environments. My personality is calm, confident, and thoughtful. I enjoy drinking coffee, cooking, exercise, and being outdoors. I am well qualified to care for your loved one and have thousands of...
Carly can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, home modification, respite care & more
I have plenty of experience in caregiving, all my life I've had sick family members and grew up watching my family take care of them as well as helping. I've been caregiving professionally since I was 17 years old!
Whitnee can also help with: Errands, dementia, companionship, light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
I grew up living and helping care for my great grandparents. Both of my grandparents have greatly struggled with their health. My responsibilities with them have included; helping move around, bathing, changing, giving correct medications, and generally just being attentive to their health. I also have experience in working with...
Kailan can also help with: Personal care, dementia
I've worked as a caregiver for 6 years. I've worked with clients that have dementia, Alzheimer's, and disabilities. I've also worked with patients recovering from strokes and injuries. I'm trained to use a hoyer lift to help in transferring patients.
Gloria can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep, errands & more
I have experience with being a caregiver for Seniors with Dementia, Alzheimer's, and Parkinson's. I can help with dressing, cooking meals, medication reminder, running errands, etc. I have experience sitting with people in Hospice, in hospitals, and rehab facilities. I am caring and compassionate about people and I am a people...
Kellie can also help with: Respite care, dementia, personal care, companionship
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I lived with my great uncle who has Parkinson's and dementia. I was a caregiver to him for 2 years. I am a junior at the University of Kentucky, and I am 3 semesters away from graduating with my BSN! I have completed a CNA course and have a 4. 0 nursing GPA. I have also helped assist with a lady with Alzheimer's since January...
Emma can also help with: Mobility assistance, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Hello! My name is Sabita.
I am writing to express my interest in the senior care provider position you have available. I have a background in caregiving and experience. I am able to provide assistance with housekeeping, bathing/dressing, feeding, meal preparation, and errands/shopping, I believe I am well-suited to meet your...
Sabita can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, live-in home care & more
I've worked in home health physical therapy for the past 10 years, but am now retired. Most of my patients were in their 70's, 80's and 90's. I enjoy working with this age group! Enjoy having conversations with them and learning about their life.
Mary can also help with: Personal care, companionship, mobility assistance, visiting physician
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience working in facilities and in home with clients needing help. I enjoy helping them and putting a smile on their face, never understand how something so little can make their day! I am experienced with bathing, getting dressed, hygiene as needed, medication reminders, cooking/meal prep, changing clothes and...
Mckenzie can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, transportation, live-in home care, dementia, meal prep & more
I like caring for seniors because it's a lot of knowledge to be gained for the elderly and I enjoy chatting with them
I'm looking for a job that I can establish a safe and healthy environment. Caring for elderly is a passion that I thoroughly enjoy
I started caring for seniors in 1994.
In my spare time, I like to I enjoy...
April can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, hospice services, dementia, live-in home care, companionship & more
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I have over 15 years of experience caring professionally for those in need, and one of my most recent positions was working with an elderly dementia patient for 7 years who also had mobility issues. I have done a lot of private duty, and also worked for agencies and facilities in companion care. I've developed a passion...
Janet can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, respite care, personal care, hospice services
I'd describe my personality as empathetic, dedicated, and patient.
I like caring for seniors because I love giving back. They have done so much in their life that they deserve it.
I'm looking for a job where I can make a difference and help others
I started caring for seniors after my grandparents passed away. My grandfather...
Jennifer can also help with: Errands, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, home modification, meal prep & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
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Recent caregiver reviews in Lexington, KY
Mary B.
5.0
Mrs. B is a Professional Caregiver and is wonderful. Through my dads death and my mothers dementia, Mrs. B has provided us with excellent service, not only with mom care but with payments for service. Truly a caring person. I would recommend Mrs. B to any family.
- Care member
Allison O.
5.0
Allison is a great caregiver and did a great job for us. I would definitely hire her again! Thank you, Allison.
- James Y.
Karen D.
5.0
I used to work at the same medical office with Karen. She was always a pleasure to be around because she was always upbeat and had a great personality and wit. Karen was always great with the patients. Her work was impeccable and she was very articulate.
- James B.
Kristin P.
5.0
Kristin helped care for a family member with dementia. I was very happy with her: reliable, skilled, gentle, and good at finding ways to communicate with the family member.
She was a pleasure to work with. I have since recommended her to two other families.
- Rachel L.
Dina F.
5.0
The Best Service I’ve encountered! Very attentive to my relative….I give her a 10!!
- Care member
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Lexington, KY
What caregiver services can I find near me in Lexington, KY?
Most private senior caregiver services in Lexington, KY 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 Lexington.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Lexington, KY in 2024?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Lexington, KY on Care.com as of May, 2024 is $14.53 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 Lexington, KY?
There are currently 30 caregivers in Lexington, KY on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Lexington, KY 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 Lexington before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Lexington, KY background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Lexington, KY 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 Lexington, KY caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.3 / 5
Caregivers in Lexington, KY are rated 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 50 reviews of the 48 listed caregivers.