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60 caregivers are listed in Ocala, FL
The average rate is $18/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby caregivers is 7 years
Caregivers in Ocala, FL
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I assist the sick, elderly, and disabled in their homes, assisted living, nursing homes and hospitals. I believe in giving the utmost care to an individual regardless of their circumstances and condition. I treat others how I want to be treated. It is my philosophy.
Janice can also help with: Live-in home care, home modification, hospice services, dementia, personal care, respite care & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Home Health Aide
Laverne F.
Ocala, FL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Certified Nursing Assistant Available For Part- Time Work 11yrs Experience
Hi, my name is Laverne, and I have many years of taking care of patients with Alzheimer and dementia along with other diagnoses, I am CPR certified, CNA certified, and Medication certified. I'm a very nice, kind-hearted and soft-spoken person. I will give your loved ones the best care as if they were my own. I have 20+ years of...
Laverne can also help with: Personal care, dementia, mobility assistance, companionship, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
I have a passion for care giving. I have patience and integrity, which I believe to be the most important qualities. It is my responsibility to treat all patients with love and care as I would expect my own loved ones to be taken care of. I love to hear their stories and how life was when they were my age. Seniors carry so much...
Tatiana can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, companionship, errands, light cleaning, visiting physician & more
I like caring for seniors because I feel I am giving back to them for most of them have been serving the community so caring for them is rewarding to me
I started caring for seniors when my dad was diagnosed with alzhemeirs. So that's when my passion grew and wanted so bad to take care of seniours.
In my spare time, I like to...
Rodah can also help with: Light cleaning, mobility assistance, companionship
Skills:
CNA
Katelynn A.
Ocala, FL
$16-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
I'm very fun and outgoing. I enjoy caring for other people specially senior, I have 3+ years of experience with in-home care. When I'm not working I spend my time with my children and my dogs. My kids are my entire world, and each boy has their own dog that have been beside them since they were puppies. I have my hands and house...
Katelynn can also help with: Transportation, dementia, live-in home care, light cleaning, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Maria S.
Ocala, FL
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Caregiver with 5+ years of experience in geriatric care within homes and assisted living environments. Experienced in working with disabled patients. Able to provide both physical and emotional support to clients. Culturally sensitive.
Willing to transport clients to appointments and events.
Skills
Active listening skills to...
Maria can also help with: Errands, companionship, transportation
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Home Health Aide
Hello, my name is Walter and I am a Graphic Designer who is now retired. Now I have dedicated myself to art and my artworks has been displayed here in Ocala FL for years.
I am a senior provider with experience. I am a caring and compassionate companion. I am a very safe driver for rides to appointments or whatever is needed. My...
Walter can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, live-in home care, dementia, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
Deoquesa T.
Ocala, FL
$20-32/hr • 8 yrs exp
I am a caring and honest person.
I'd describe my personality as compassionate, hardworking, dependable, had a good sense of humor.
I like caring for seniors because I have always wanted a role where I care for other people. I have a strong work ethic and believe my passion and previous experience and nursing background will...
Deoquesa can also help with: Respite care, transportation, home modification, errands, meal prep, dementia & more
Satara F.
Ocala, FL
$30-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as honest, reliable, and dependable.
I like caring for seniors because it's a good deed to do, they may need the extra help and support. Most don't have much family and need companionship. They are the most loving!
I'm looking for a job that I am able to help and give back to others. I enjoy helping...
Satara can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, companionship, hospice services, mobility assistance, errands & more
Hello, my name is Marie. My 5 kids, husband and I have lived here for the past 13 years. I love taking care of people, really all ages. I have a very help your community like attitude. I enjoy helping out my neighbors and truly get a warm feeling when I know that I can make someone's day easier. I have taken care of a few...
Marie can also help with: Transportation, errands, light cleaning, meal prep
I am a 58-year-old mother of two (daughter, 22 son, 19). I moved to Ocala in July and am now looking for permanent employment. I enjoy working with adults, seniors, children and animals. I love them all and would love to help you with care. I worked at ResCare in Newton, Kansas for a year. I passed a Level 2 background check and...
. I'm very passionate , understanding, and my love for Seniors makes me a strong advocate for them. I am also a Med Tech , I am CPR trained also.
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, funny, charismatic.
I like caring for seniors because. they need to feel that they can trust us . They don't owe us anything, we owe them...
Debra can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, home modification, errands, hospice services, dementia & more
5.0
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I have been doing this jobs for over 9 years and I absolutely love it . I'm a caring person who loves people and give them all of my good skills and make them feel good in any aspect the need me for . I have a experience in hospital work in trauma for over 2 years, work in nursing home for over 4 years and home care . I take...
Alexandra can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, companionship, personal care
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"She is a fast learner! Efficient and work well in a team! Wish to have her back again!"
Claudine C.
My care giving experience started when I was a teenager living at home. My mother provided care for elderly women in our home. I was the oldest child and learned from her how to give excellent care and compassion.
25 years ago I became a certified nurses assistant and trained with hospice. Since then I have been very happily...
Linda can also help with: Hospice services, personal care, respite care, live-in home care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
I have worked for a local agency doing in-home care for seniors. I have taken my sister-in-law into my home for four months after she had emergency surgery. Due to strokes after the surgery, she became blind and had many other issues. I have experience with helping patients transfer from wheel chairs to bed or shower chair. I am...
Angelia can also help with: Dementia, errands, light cleaning, mobility assistance, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
CPR
Rachel B.
Ocala, FL
$20-40/hr • 1 yrs exp
Im a current PRN med tech/caregiver at an assisted living home in the Villages. I mainly work and care for the demented residents.
Rachel can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, transportation, dementia, live-in home care
Skills:
CNA
4.5
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I believe the heart of healthcare is service to others, by working diligently and establishing a compassionate, trusting relationship, while providing medical excellence to enhance life, one patient at a time.
My 20+ years of previous work experience in hospital, nursing home, assisted living and private duty home healthcare,...
Joan can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, live-in home care, respite care, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Joan was outstanding with our 92 year mom. She is patient, caring, trustworthy. She took mom to the doctors and out to dinner and is an excellent cook. She would not allow mom to pay for her dinner. She is neat, clean and not lazy. We highly recommend Joan."
John L.
5.0
(1)
I have 10 years of experience in Senior Care. I have experience with patients who have suffered from ALS, Alzheimer's, Dementia, Sun downer's syndrome, Lung Cancer, Asthma, Parkinson's, and strokes.
I also have experience with feeding tubes, trilogy vent, cough assist, nebulizer treatments, medication management, oxygen use,...
Heather can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, home modification, respite care, dementia, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Heather helped take care of my mother in 2015/2016 during the last few months of her life. My mother had late stages of Alzheimer's, and was a bad fall risk. Heather was very gentle and patient with her. Always early, and eager to help."
John W.
Katherine M.
Belleview, FL
$17-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have experience in health care and would love to connect with you about your care needs.
I have an Associates degree in Nursing but did not test for my NCLEX yet. I have experience in caregiving and am most available Monday Wednesday and Fridays. I will be taking a refresher class on Tuesdays and Thursdays to sit for my NCLEX...
Katherine can also help with: Companionship, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, mobility assistance & more
With 12+ years in the healthcare industry I take pride in knowing that I'm providing compassion for each client that I'm blessed to have an encounter with. From a young age I was drawn to caring for others. I've taken passion into each individual's home and cared for them as I would care for my own family. One Personal...
Lashawn can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, hospice services
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
CNA
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Recent caregiver reviews in Ocala, FL
Alexandra P.
5.0
Alexandra is a highly competent individual who would be an excellent addition to your staff. She is caring and has a great personality.
- Rocky L.
Joan G.
5.0
Joan was outstanding with our 92 year mom. She is patient, caring, trustworthy. She took mom to the doctors and out to dinner and is an excellent cook. She would not allow mom to pay for her dinner. She is neat, clean and not lazy. We highly recommend Joan.
- John L.
Heather V.
5.0
Heather helped take care of my mother in 2015/2016 during the last few months of her life. My mother had late stages of Alzheimer's, and was a bad fall risk. Heather was very gentle and patient with her. Always early, and eager to help.
- John W.
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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 May, 2024 is $18.23 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 56 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.