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60 caregivers are listed in Ocala, FL
The average rate is $17/hr as of July 2024
The average experience for nearby caregivers is 7 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: Respite care, personal care, hospice services, dementia
Skills:
CNA
CPR
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: Hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, personal care, meal prep, 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: Live-in home care, dementia, hospice services, personal care, meal prep, respite care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
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...
Judy 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: Meal prep, companionship, mobility assistance, errands, light cleaning, hospice services & 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: Light cleaning, companionship, meal prep, dementia, errands, live-in home care & more
5.0
"Silvia es muy organizada y honesta. Puede trabajar sola y ajusta su tiempo muy bien."
Luz L.
5.0
(1)
I Provide Extended Care, live in care, companionship, meal Prep, light House Keeping, House management assistance, etc.. Travel Certified Nursing Assistant, assisted living facility knowledgeable; med tech certification, hospice experienced, spinal cord injury experienced, dementia experience. Peer support certification,...
Missy can also help with: Errands, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, home modification & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
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: Meal prep, companionship, errands, light cleaning, dementia, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
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, live-in home care, dementia
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.
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: Meal prep, transportation, dementia, companionship, errands
5.0
"Jennie help us with my mom. She was very nice and on time. my mom enjoy the company We had no worries when left with her."
Jennifer S.
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: Companionship, live-in home care, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, hospice services & 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: Light cleaning, companionship, transportation, meal prep, personal care, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
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, meal prep, live-in home care
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: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands, visiting nurse, hospice services, personal care & more
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
I am a loving, caring lady who will treat your loved one as if they were my own family member. I will be a companion who talks to them, walks with them if appropriate, take them to appointments and shopping when appropriate. I also provide medication management, cooking, light housecleaning, wound care, and provide overall...
Teresa can also help with: Home modification, companionship, hospice services, dementia, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Wound Care
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, transportation, errands
Skills:
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: Light cleaning, companionship, personal care, meal prep, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
I took care of my grandparents when I was living in Colombia. I also helped taking care of my husband's aunt parents-in-law.
Yineth can also help with: Personal care
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: Dementia, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, hospice services, respite care & more
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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
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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 July, 2024 is $17.89 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 38 reviews of the 60 listed caregivers.