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60 caregivers are listed in Portage, IN
The average rate is $17/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby caregivers is 6 years
Caregivers in Portage, IN
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
For the past 2 years I have been working as a private caregiver. Caring for your loved ones is what I love to do! My experience includes, but is not limited to,: Cleaning, cooking, laundry, bathing, dressing, personal care, external catheter, tube feeding, and more! I look forward to working with you.
Lauren can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, personal care
5.0
"Cheerful hard working easy to get along with and very helpful. She was great at fulfilling whatever tasks that were set for the day. Lauren was a great help to my family during my wife's final months. She created a warm and friendly environment and our...
Bob U.
Malgorzata Z.
Crown Point, IN
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced And Compassionate Caregiver(CNA) Looking For Full-time Or Part-time Work
4.5
(8)
Hired by 30 families in your neighborhood
I have worked with many different cases including diabetic care, g-tube, respiratory therapy, hospice, wheelchair, Alzheimer's disease and more. I speak English and Polish. I can help with day to day household chores, driving to Doctors appointments, shopping, and activities. I truly enjoy what I do and am looking forward to...
Malgorzata can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, dementia
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Malgorzata is a great caregiver. She is dependable, compassionate, and trustworthy. Malgorzata took very good care of our mother who is 83, and was very attentive to her needs, which we appreciated so much. We would definitely hire Malgorzata as she is very good...
Chris T.
Donna B.
Griffith, IN
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Caregiver/Housekeeper For Your Loved One And Their Home
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My experience started in the early 80's. I have experience in nursing home, rehabilitation, hospital, and home care. Home care is my favorite because of the one-on-one attention that can be given to a Loved one. I understand the need for exercise and proper diets and can follow doctor's orders. I have experience with taking...
Donna can also help with: Respite care, hospice services, dementia, personal care, home modification, live-in home care & more
5.0
"My mother loved her and we will be using her for awhile."
Annette L.
5.0
(1)
I'm a Certified Nurses Assistant for 26 years now, very experienced, Kind, Caring and caregiving Is my passion. Very knowledgeable about Dementia/Alzheimer's. ALS, Parkinson's disease etc. I have a reliable vehicle with full coverage insurance. I I also do meal prep, medication reminders, house keeping , laundry, and CPR...
Kimberly can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, personal care, live-in home care, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Kimberly has done a wonderful job taking care of my mother who has Parkinson's. She is very nice, compassionate, patient, and is comfortable with doing all tasks required. She cooks great meals and even did my moms hair! Would highly recommend!"
Laura O.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been a caregiver for 9 years. My experience includes stroke patients, dementia, hospice, medication management, diabetes management, special needs and transfers with hoyers.
Brenda can also help with: Personal care, dementia, respite care, hospice services
5.0
"Brenda is amazing. My parents loved her. Brenda does everything and catered to Mom and Dad's every need with professionalism and a sense of humor. She is the one of the best caregivers my parents ever had. She knows what she is doing. I never worried about my...
Carol S.
4.5
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have worked in many different environments caring for those with all sorts of needs.. I am a retired CNA, and miss caring for others as I have for many years.. I can ensure that I possess the skills that your loved one may need.. Thank you so very much, and I look forward to hearing from those of you who may be interested in...
Mary can also help with: Home modification, respite care, dementia, personal care
Skills:
CNA
4.0
"Mary was great, a calm and friendly helper who got along great with my dad. Helped us with meals, housekeeping including help with cat boxes! Bath assistance and companion care for our dad with mild-moderate Alzheimer's. Easy to work with and get along with. Would...
Sarah A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have over 16 years experience as a Caregiver EMT basic diploma/CNA equivalent. I also have an associates degree in Early Childhood Education and taught Preschool for 15 years. References available upon request. I provide all in home care, reliable transportation, and am able to perform a multitude of tasks (shopping,...
Leslie can also help with: Personal care, dementia, respite care
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Leslie took excellent care of our home organizing and tidying up weekly. She also walked and bathed our 80 pound dog, which is amazing. We retained her services for approximately 6 months, and we would absolutely rehire. "
Nathan P.
Hi, I am a CNA and looking for a CNA or caregiver job . I Am a very caring, experienced caregiver that worked as a personal assistant for a ALS client for 4 years, partime worker at Assisted living and mostly live in caregiver.
I have experienced with dementia, alzeihmers, post surgery, and bed ridden patient., also I am trained...
Thelma can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, dementia, mobility assistance, live-in home care, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
I have taken CNA classes as well as done training with a former caregiving company. I have worked with clients who have Parkinson's, mobility issues, and other conditions. I am a certified caregiver and am willing to provide the necessary care.
Kimberly can also help with: Personal care, companionship, dementia
Im a mother of 6 children! Loving cappasionate person to care for your loved one! Im currently a nursing assistant at a local hospital. Cna state certified. Bls and CPR certified. Cant wait to meet your sweet family member!
Heather can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, mobility assistance, light cleaning, companionship, errands & more
Hi, my name is Nancy.
I love children yet I had a situation where I was at the doctor office and struck up a conversation with an elderly gentleman about his caregiver.
As we talked I realized young are learning to speak and elderly are losing their voice. In other words their freedom holds them captive in many ways.
My...
Nancy can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, errands, dementia
Organized timely dependable close attention to detail patient and caring senior care giver. Follows all policies and procedures
Annette can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
Ashley P.
Merrillville, IN
$14-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
CNA 2011- caring for clients since summer of 2012
Dedicated and compassionate caregiver with a heart for those in need of care. Experienced in providing personalized care with respect and kindness. Committed to ensuring a safe and comfortable environment for your loved ones. Trustworthy and reliable.
Ashley can also help with: Light cleaning, live-in home care, dementia, hospice services, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a 54 years old that's looking for work caring for your loving family. I'm a experience as a caregiver. Currently a caregiver/ housekeeper which I love taking care of people in need. I am loving caring, compassion, a tentative very loyal, honest, reliable and dependable. I used to be a foster parent of seven not including my...
Letitia can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, errands, dementia, personal care, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Hello there! I am a 26-year-old nursing student with 7 years of caregiving experience specializing in nannying, senior care, pet care, and house management. My husband of 5 years is a police officer. Together we have one cat and one dog. I am certified in Basic Life Support through the American Heart Association and have an...
Kristen can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, companionship, meal prep, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Licensed Nurse
I have over 7 years of experience with Senior Care. I can help with Transportation, Scheduling and Transportation for Doctors Appointments, Ensuring Client has Prescriptions, and giving medication reminders. I have experience working with clients with Dementia. Household Management and Errands. I love listening to and learning...
Marijo can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, mobility assistance, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Hi my name is Cyndi and I have several years experience with elderly care. I have cared for my mom now for at least the last 9 years and assist her with a variety of chores, appointments etc. I also worked independently for a woman that lived at Hartsfield Village for 3 years. I would love to continue helping out elderly people...
Cyndi can also help with: Errands, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning
Hi I'm a patient person and very caring. I have only a month experience in caregiver care but I assure you that I am the best fit for your family in need. I work part time as a caregiver and I'm always told that I'm doing a great job and they are pleased with my work, I clean good and good at time management I also enjoy indoor...
Lakisha can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Adalee P.
Dyer, IN
$15-16/hr
I am confident I possess the combination of caregiving expertise and personality traits you are seeking in a caregiver. I carry 5 years of experience and a huge heart. Please contact me at a time that is convenient for you to discuss my qualifications in depth. Thank you for your consideration.
Adalee can also help with: Dementia, errands, hospice services, light cleaning, live-in home care, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
I took care of my friends grandma for over a year. Weekly (Out of College)
My grandma-in-law lived with us for over 8 years.
Recently, I cared for a cancer patient.
Brigitte can also help with: Companionship, personal care
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Recent caregiver reviews in Portage, IN
Lauren T.
5.0
Lauren is a wonderful, caring and professional care-givér. She helped me in my home for several weeks and was always very efficient and helped me with any and all requirements in my care plan. Lauren would always go above and beyond to help me with any of my challenges.She always helped with any...
- Judith W.
Malgorzata Z.
5.0
Marge was in our employ from November 2022 through November 2023. She was hired to take care of my 92 year old dad who suffers with congestive heart failure, atrial fibrillation on blood thinners, COPD, mobility issues, and urinary retention with a chronic indwelling Foley catheter.
Marge...
- Michelle P.
Donna B.
5.0
My mother loved her and we will be using her for awhile.
- Annette L.
Kimberly H.
5.0
Kimberly has done a wonderful job taking care of my mother who has Parkinson's. She is very nice, compassionate, patient, and is comfortable with doing all tasks required. She cooks great meals and even did my moms hair! Would highly recommend!
- Laura O.
Brenda G.
5.0
Brenda has been taking care of my dad for about 7 months now. She is extremely dependable, patient, and kind. My dad is both paralyzed and non-verbal from a stroke he had, so it's not the easiest to understand what he needs. But Brenda's determination has made us feel comfortable that he is...
- Elizabeth M.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Portage, IN
What caregiver services can I find near me in Portage, IN?
Most private senior caregiver services in Portage, IN 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 Portage.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Portage, IN in 2024?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Portage, IN on Care.com as of June, 2024 is $17.79 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 Portage, IN?
There are currently 14 caregivers in Portage, IN on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Portage, IN 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 Portage before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Portage, IN background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Portage, IN 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 Portage, IN caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Caregivers in Portage, IN are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed caregivers.