Find Top Caregivers Near Me in Ocala, FL
We have 60 caregivers in Ocala, FL! Compare and hire the best caregiver to fit your needs.
Find caregivers in Ocala, FL that you’ll love
60 caregivers are listed in Ocala, FL
The average rate is $18/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby caregivers is 6 years
Caregivers in Ocala, FL
5.0
(12)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am Christian compassionate caregiver with 20 years experience. I care attitude of optimism and encouragement. Currently, I provide care for senior couple in morning Tuesday- Fridays, so my afternoons and most of weekends are open. and I can assist with medications, toileting, baths and diaper changes and feeding ( including...
Anna can also help with: Personal care, dementia, hospice services, respite care
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Anna is caring, considerate, polite and very helpful. I am currently using Anna abd would hire her again in a heartbeat. I highly recommend Anna and her services. DK"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Vaccinated Professional Senior Caregiver with over 9 years experience taking care of the elderly in the comfort of there home. Very reliable, honest, trustworthy and organized. I am dedicated in helping my clients maintain independence and enjoy the luxuries of there own home. Areas of Expertise: Following care plan and home...
Vanessia can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning, personal care, respite care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Very patient and kind. Will hire again."
Care member
5.0
(5)
I am a compassionate, certified HHA with over 10 years experience of providing quality care to the elderly. I am skilled at adapting to different situations and providing personalized care that is tailored to each person's preference and abilities. I am committed to providing the highest level of care to my clients, and I take...
Laverne can also help with: Meal prep, respite care, live-in home care, hospice services, dementia, personal care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Laverne is a wonderful, caring individual, who took care of my cousin. My cousin adored her."
David R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Have Experience taking care of older gentleman with limited mobility as live in all around help for final 4 years of his life. Just bought new home in Ocala so not looking for live in position at this time. Can cook meals, organizes meds, transfer and provide personal care help, minor cleaning and provide transportation
Have...
Steven can also help with: Companionship, errands, hospice services, light cleaning, mobility assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Steven is doing a great job He is really helping me take care of my husband and even handling small chores and transportation for us as well. My husband feels much more comfortable with a strong man helping than a woman who he might accidentally knock over if...
Karen F.
Silvia S.
Ocala, FL
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hispanic female originally from Colombia raised in Miami. Looking for extra income. caregiver for elderly and special needs. Have a clean background, excellent driver, non smoker and a Christian.
Silvia can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, errands, live-in home care & more
5.0
"Silvia has helped care for my handicapped wife and done light housekeeping for me. She is a hard worker and has become like a family member to to both my wife, myself and my dog. You couldn't find a better or kinder person to hire."
Robert R.
5.0
(1)
To Provide Extended Care, live in care, companionship, meal Prep, light House Keeping, etc.. Travel Certified Nursing Assistant, supervised assisted living facility; med tech certification, hospice experienced, spinal cord injury experienced, dementia experience. Peer support certification, Stress/trauma recovery certified. Over...
Missy can also help with: Errands, hospice services, companionship, dementia, light cleaning, home modification & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Yes I would hire Missy again she a very good worker. She is wonderful. "
Care member
Buffie S.
Ocala, FL
$17-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Retired Mom With A Passion For Helping People Live Their Best Life.
5.0
(1)
I am a friendly, reliable, professional, compassionate, caregiver with a passion for helping people live their best lives. I have worked with children and adults with Autism, ADHD, Alzheimer's, Dementia, Bipolar Cerebral Palsy, Muscular Dystrophy and other disabilities.
Kind, respectful, and patient
Excellent references,...
Buffie can also help with: Mobility assistance, errands, meal prep, companionship, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
CPR
5.0
"Buffie did a fantastic job helping us with our dad. He had fallen and needed 24 hour care for recovery and Buffie stepped right in and assisted us with his care, ideas for longer term assistance, and scheduling for our needs. She was instrumental in getting him on...
Kurt B.
5.0
(2)
My name is Serena. I'm a 27-year-old German/American. Just about a week ago I worked for 11 month as companion/assistant/caregiver to a wonderful high-profile Lady, assisting with such as getting and giving med, helping her to dress/undress, always being close because of her diminished mobility. Driving her twice a week to...
Serena can also help with: Personal care, dementia, live-in home care
5.0
"Serena took care of my elderly father - she was absolutely fantastic. She is kind, patient and beyond sweet. She provided personal care, companionship and support to him. She was always punctual and provided excellent care. You would be honored to have her care...
Kristine H.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, My name is Janea. I am a CNA with over 16 years experience and I have worked with a variety of clients from Dementia, Alzheimer's, Declining of age and ADHD adults. I have worked in Nursing homes, Magnet Florida Hospitals and Home Health management and field. I am licensed by the state of the Board of Nursing. CPR certified...
Janea can also help with: Personal care, dementia, meal prep, companionship, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Mrs. Janea took great care of my grandparents 4 years .we just love her"
Kendra H.
Jennie C.
Ocala, FL
$15-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I love being a COMPANION to elderly people. I love their stories. I could sit and listen to them for hours. My mother had Alzheimer's and I took care of her for 10 years before she passed. I took several months off and then decided I needed to do something worthwhile. My first thought was the elderly. In the last several years I...
Jennie can also help with: Errands, meal prep, dementia, companionship, transportation
5.0
"We met Jennie through a mutual friend about 7 years ago. My 93 year old father-in-law lived with us and although his health was good, as he aged we were not comfortable leaving Dad by himself if we went away. We also have 2 Yorkies and they can be quite a...
Nancy M.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
20+ years very varied, flexible, experienced Caregiver available for your loved ones part-time needs or as a live-in Caregiver.
Debra can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services, companionship, errands, live-in home care & more
Greetings my name is Janice. It has been an absolute joy to be a caregiver for over 10 years. Being a caregiver is a gift not a skill. I am also CPR and First Aid certified. I also have certifications in Dementia and Alzheimer's support.
I love learning about my patients history. Being able to see a patient smile and laugh...
Janice can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, errands, companionship, light cleaning, transportation & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
I have been a caregiver in the past. I cared for a lady in New Jersey for making sure she ate and kept her clean. I cleaned and cooked for and wrote checks out for her. Since then, I cared for others through a Living Assistance Services here in North Carolina. I would stay with the patient and make sure their medication was...
Tracy can also help with: Visiting nurse, errands, hospice services, light cleaning, personal care, meal prep & more
I am a loving and responsible caregiver and I have 4 years of experience. I can help with companionship meal preparation, bathing , Errands/Shopping, medicines; I do have references of my latest job.
Available M-F 8am-5 p.m. I am fully vaccinated against Covid-19
Luz can also help with: Errands, live-in home care, meal prep
Occupational therapist - senior population , CPR certified. Mother of 2 college students, pet lover, non smoker
Rebecca can also help with: Respite care
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Katina T.
Ocala, FL
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Compassionate Caregiver With Years Of Experience Bringing Joy And Purpose To Your Loved Ones Journey
I am a Certified Dementia Practitioner, Certified Home Health Aide and Montessori Dementia Professional. I will bring purposeful and meaningful activities to your loved one. I am certified as a Silver Sneakers instructor and can provide a daily fitness routine. I am a compassionate caregiver with experience working in assisted...
Katina can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, errands, companionship, meal prep, personal care & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
Don't have professional experience, but a lot of experience taking care of friend that had two strokes I took care of him for five years.
Teresa can also help with: Companionship, home modification, light cleaning, errands, transportation
Skills:
CPR
I have 18years experience assisting with seniors and elderly personnel. I am a licensed nursing assistant with further education in long-term care, special care with Alzheimer's disease and related disorders.
Skills:
CNA
I have over 17 years of experience caring for the elderly. I was a Certified Nursing Assistant for 6 years until I let my certificate expire. I have my associates degree as a Medical Assistant and recently earned my certificate as a Medication Tech.
Bobbie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands, hospice services, dementia, respite care & more
I have several years experience as a residential manager and supported living supervisor for ACLF, private clients as well as medical group home. I was a case manager, responsible for the coordination of health care and social services for a large caseload.
Nancy can also help with: Personal care, dementia, respite care
Showing 1 - 20 of 60
Recent caregiver reviews in Ocala, FL
Anna N.
5.0
Anna is caring, considerate, polite and very helpful. I am currently using Anna abd would hire her again in a heartbeat. I highly recommend Anna and her services. DK
- Care member
Vanessia A.
5.0
Very patient and kind. Will hire again.
- Care member
Laverne M.
5.0
Laverne was a caregiver for my elderly second cousin in NY for almost 10 years. [I'm not sure about exact # of years] I cannot say enough good things about her. She was always reliable, and went beyond her job description to enhance the life of my cousin. She really cared about her as a person,...
- Judy R.
Steven H.
5.0
Steven is doing a great job He is really helping me take care of my husband and even handling small chores and transportation for us as well. My husband feels much more comfortable with a strong man helping than a woman who he might accidentally knock over if he lost his balance.
- Karen F.
Silvia S.
5.0
Sylvia was awesome. She is organized, dependable and a very caring person. We were very happy to have her as a caregiver for mom. I reccomend her very highly.
- Care member
Additional Caregiver Services
Caregiver Articles
When should a loved one with Alzheimer’s go to a nursing home?
May 31st, 2022 While some seniors with Alzheimer’s choose to move into assisted living communities, others express a desire to age in place. The situation gets trick... Read more
Mindfulness for seniors: Enhancing well-being for older adults
March 13th, 2023 How people cope with stressful situations can improve with age, according to research published in ... Read more
What is caregiver burnout? Signs to watch for and tips for prevention
September 1st, 2022 When you’re caring for a loved one who is aging or ill, people will often say things like “You’re so brave” or “I couldn’t do what you do.” But most of the ... Read more
Parkinson’s resources for caregivers: Where to go for information and support
March 3rd, 2022 Getting a Parkinson’s diagnosis for a family member is life changing. You might not know where to start or how to react, and it’s important to know that all... Read more
Health and safety tips for seniors exercising
May 4th, 2021 Physical changes occur with aging for everyone. If the older adult you live with or care for routinely follows an exercise program — great! If not, you... Read more
FAQs for finding caregivers in Ocala, FL
What caregiver services can I find near me in Ocala, FL?
Most private senior caregiver services in Ocala, 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 Ocala.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Ocala, FL in 2024?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Ocala, FL on Care.com as of May, 2024 is $18.21 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 Ocala, FL?
There are currently 57 caregivers in Ocala, FL on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Ocala, 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 Ocala before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Ocala, FL background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Ocala, 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.
Ratings for Ocala, FL caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Caregivers in Ocala, FL are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 40 reviews of the 60 listed caregivers.