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Melanie K.

Compassionate & Reliable Caregiver | Personal Assistant | Household Support

Merced, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
errands
My deepest aspiration in life is to support and empower others in any capacity within my capability. I have been babysitting since I was 11 and nannying since high school, engaging children through singing, dancing, arts and crafts, and outdoor activities. I also provide pet care, driving, meal prep, date night assistance, light...

Care Member says "Melanie has a lot of experience in childcare, and has cared for my children off and on from newborn to school-age. I trust her completely to do what's...

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Loraina M.

Enthusiastic Caregiver Eager To Contribute To Team Success Through Hard Work And Dedication 2 Client

Merced, CA

5.0(1)
from
$19/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 15 families in your area
Light cleaning
dementia
meal prep
hospice services
errands
+ 1 more
Skilled care provider assisting elderly, convalescents, or persons with disabilities with daily living activities in-home or within care facility. Keep house by making beds, doing laundry, washing dishes and preparing meals. Advise families and healthcare team regarding health concerns, nutrition, cleanliness and household...

Pauline M. says "Loraina is exceptional. She possesses a positive compassionate personality which continuously brings comfort to the senior and their family. She goes out...

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Robin M.

Part-Time Caregiver

Merced, CA

from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Personal care
hospice services
I have 10+ years experience with care giving. I have worked with clients who have had Cerebral Palsy, MS, and some Dementia patients. I am available to do light house keeping, food prep, and errands when needed. It is important to me to be on time and do a great job for those I'm caring for.
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Shiela R.

Part Time Caregiver Available

Merced, CA

from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Live-in home care
dementia
meal prep
light cleaning
hospice services
+ 1 more
My experience working with elderly is not only providing care and helping their personal needs but as well as giving support emotionally, spiritually and socially. It's a wonderful opportunity to create laughter and conversation with someone who may be lonely and frightened. I love my job and what I do. It certainly puts a smile...
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Victor A.

Caregiver

Merced, CA

from
$21/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
dementia
live-in home care
hospice services
errands
+ 1 more
My duties were everything in household from cleaning, cooking, errands, medication distribution, dental oral care, monitoring diet, pick up of medication, scheduling of medical appointments, bathing, ostomy bag care, incontinent care/BM, dressing, grooming, ROM exercises, laundry, transfer assist, BP monitoring, and filling out...
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Shawna D.

Professional CAREGIVER

Merced, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
dementia
meal prep
hospice services
errands
+ 1 more
Hello, My name is Shawna and I have been caregiving for approximately 15 years. I have found my passion working with the elderly and the majority of my experience includes working with clients that have dementia, depression, diabetes, CHF, stroke, hip replacement, hospice care, just to name a few. I love to cook and am...
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Kalia Y.

Certified Nursing Assistant/Caregiver

Merced, CA

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$22/hr
3 years experience
Live-in home care
dementia
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
+ 1 more
Hello everyone! My name is Kalia & I would love to help someone make their life a little bit easier! I am 21 years old & pursuing a degree in nursing. I begin my nursing program in January which still gives me these next few months free. I have my nursing assistant license as well as a recently renewed CPR certificate. Feel free...
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Madison N.

Caregiver

Merced, CA

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$10/hr
5 years experience
Personal care
respite care
live-in home care
I have worked for over a year in small care facility where I've had the opportunity to care for up to six residents at a time. My responsibilities include hygiene help, medication, making meals, house cleaning, laundry, assistance getting around, diabetic care as well as making sure their day is enjoyable. I also have two years...
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Sativa L.

Hello, My Name Is Sativa. Feel Free To Ask Me Any Questions You May Have

Merced, CA

from
$14/hr
3 years experience
Personal care
dementia
meal prep
light cleaning
companionship
I got my CNA certification to continue the passion I found in caregiving. I started caring for seniors a year after I graduated high school. I was attending my classes while working a full time job. One thing you should know about me is that I'm very passionate about what I do. I chose to go this route as it gives me the...
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Martha G.

About Me

Merced, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
dementia
live-in home care
hospice services
errands
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Martha and I am new to Care in search of a Caregiving role. I have 10+ years of caring for the elderly community. My experiences include being a compassionate companion, household duties, meal preparation, grooming, and transportation. I would be so happy to chat with you and your loved one to see if I could...
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Celeste H.

Merced, CA

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
live-in home care
dementia
I am a 27-year-old who has been working in the medical field for 5 years now. I am a registered caregiver, certified medical assistant, and have lots of experience working in pediatrics/in-home care for elderly. I am currently going to school to pursue my dreams as a social worker at a hospital or some other medical facility....
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Robyn L.

Contact Me! I Am Here To Help!

Merced, CA

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$22/hr
5 years experience
Mobility assistance
home modification
transportation
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello, I am Robyn! I am a cheerful positive compassionate person who enjoys spending time with elders. They have such good stories to tell and teach teaching to give to the younger generations. I have been working with elders for over five years. I have worked with them up until their last breath. I am experienced in working...
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Connie S.

Senior Caregiver

Merced, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Respite care
home modification
personal care
hospice services
dementia
I worked as a CNA for 10 years before changing my career direction and working solely with children as a management and Programming Coordinator and Educational Resource Leader. The local center has closed its doors unfortunately for many. My children have grown up and this allowed me to pursue my dream of being my own boss. I...
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Isaiah G.

My Name Is Isaiah

Merced, CA

from
$25/hr
8 years experience
Mobility assistance
dementia
respite care
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
My name is Isaiah, I am 28 years old with 8 years experience as a caregiver. I specialize in dementia/ Alzheimer's care. I am here to help in any way I can, I am comfortable with cooking, household chores, laundry, medication management/preparation, bathing/grooming, companionship. Allow me to lend out my helping hand in any...
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Gina P.

Caregiver

Atwater, CA

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
personal care
meal prep
home modification
I have taken care of my grandmother, and mother when needed. I am a people person. I worked in the medical field as well as physical therapy field which I helped many seniors.
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Ofa B.

Private In-home Elderly Caregiver

Atwater, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
errands
personal care
live-in home care
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello, My name is Ofa. I have been a Caregiver since 2004 to present. I am a loving, caring, family oriented person and it is a privilege for me to help care for people and make their life a little easier. My passion is in private home care for the elderly, either as a live-in caregiver or hourly. I have experience in ordering,...

Care Member says "Ofa is a wonderful, warm, caring person who took very good care of our dad since August 2023. Our father took a turn for the worse, was in hospice care...

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Marilyn P.

Mare Cares

Winton, CA

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Personal care
errands
respite care
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello I'm Marilyn. I have 10 years experience of being a Home Care Aide. Licensed/certified with California. I LOVE caregiving and am very confident and proud of my work. I'm happy to help your senior friend or relative out. I'm very passionate about my work. And I LOVE seniors! I provide companionship, meal preparation, light...
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Andrea C.

A Little About Me

Atwater, CA

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
errands
transportation
light cleaning
home modification
+ 1 more
Hello! Raised in a large Italian & Mexican family. Fortunate enough to grow up nextdoor to my Italian grandparents; helped care for them all my life and at the end of theirs. Would like to give back in their honor and spend time and care for the best generation ever! I love stories, history, and quality time with others. Would...
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Alejandra H.

Atwater, CA

from
$17/hr
Light cleaning
meal prep
errands
As a caregiver, I have extensive experience providing personalized support to individuals with varying needs, including assisting with daily living activities, managing medications, providing emotional support, and coordinating healthcare services, all while prioritizing the well-being and dignity of each person under my care
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Monica P.

Senior Care Provider

Atwater, CA

from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Personal care
Hello, I'm a mature, trustworthy and dependable. I would treat your loved one as my own, with the respect and kindness everyone deserves. I have experience with giving medication, house keeping, bathing/dressing, diapering, preparing meals, running errands, transportation, pet care. and much more! I have a clean D. M. V....
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  • 32 caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.71/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated caregivers is 5.0

Recent caregiver reviews from local parents in Merced, CA

Caregivers in Merced, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 32 listed caregivers

Melanie K.

Melanie has a lot of experience in childcare, and has cared for my children off and on from newborn to school-age. I trust her completely...

- Care member

Loraina M.

Loraina is exceptional. She possesses a positive compassionate personality which continuously brings comfort to the senior and their family....

- Pauline M.

Ofa B.

Ofa is a wonderful, warm, caring person who took very good care of our dad since August 2023. Our father took a turn for the worse, was in...

- Care member

FAQs for finding caregivers in Merced, CA

Most private senior caregiver services in Merced, CA 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 Merced.

The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Merced, CA on Care.com as of June, 2025 is $20.71 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.

There are currently 14 caregivers in Merced, CA on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Merced, CA 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 Merced before making a hiring decision.

Yes, caregivers near you in Merced, CA 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.

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