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197 caregivers are listed in Portland, OR
The average rate is $22/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby caregivers is 5 years
Caregivers in Portland, OR
4.9
(11)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Hi, My name is Mel and I have 13 +years of care giving experience. My Motto is to provide quality, positive, friendly care and to ensure that the safety of my clients is a priority. I'm certified in CPR/First Aid and a certified Home Nurse. I am also certified in Peritoneal dialysis (PD, this is for people who are receiving...
Mel can also help with: Home modification, companionship, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Mel cared for my wife throughout the last of her life with ALS. It's difficult to put in words how much of a gift Mel has for Caregiving, she became part of our family. She is highly experienced in every aspect of Caregiving I can think of- capably doing Wheelchair...
Bonnie G.
5.0
(3)
5+ years of Caregiving experience providing quality care whether in facilities or in home settings. Ability to assist with daily living activities, medication reminders and managing medical schedules. Strives to continually improve the patients quality of life and well being by going above basic care to offer companionship and...
Meagan can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, companionship, personal care, live-in home care
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Meagan is such a trustworthy person to hire! She took care of my grandma and my grandma loved having her. She only wanted Meagan to take care of her. She fulfills every task given and even goes above and beyond for her clients. You will never regret having her take...
Malenita M.
5.0
(1)
I am a senior caregiver with 4 years experience both live-in and hourly caregiving. I have experience with dementia care, medication management, dialysis assistance, meal prep, housekeeping and physical assistance.
Beth can also help with: Dementia, errands, live-in home care, light cleaning, transportation, meal prep & more
5.0
"Unfortunately Beth had already accepted another position before we were able to interview. But she communicated very well and appropriately and I really appreciated it."
Connie K.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Marina, 52y. o, a Filipino-American senior caregiver for nearly 10yrs. Can do live-in care if needed. I started as part-time caregiver in 2013 and In 2015, after death of my husband, I took certification courses for HHA/NA. In 2016, After that, I worked in Portland, OR, as caregiver for Dementia patient. In mid-2017,...
Marina can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, live-in home care, companionship, dementia, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Marina is a caring and compassionate person who's responsible and highly skilled at care-giving. I can't speak highly enough of our experience with her! She always showed up with the most kind, positive demeanor and had excellent organization in regards to...
Louann N.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi!! I'm Suzanne. I love to help people. I am a very experienced caregiver and previously worked as a paramedic/firefighter. Im very experienced in dementia care. I'm a very compassionate and professional person. I'm an excellent companion, organizer, personal chef and experienced house manager.
5.0
"Suzanne did an excellent job taking care of my wife from January 2019 through January 2020. She helped with cooking, meal prep, cleaning, toiling, grocery shopping and running various errands. She performed all of these tasks with a high standard of excellence....
Eric G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Over 15 years as a caregiver for elderly clients with a focus on art therapeutic activities. I I hold an MA in Education. I have worked for various agencies and registries over the years, in addition to teaching art (and standard school curriculum) to grade school children, as well as creative arts and crafts classes for...
Linnea can also help with: Dementia, personal care, respite care, hospice services
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
5.0
"Linnea worked in our home for my mother for over a year until the time of her death. She is an outstanding worker. Linnea is dependable, caring, hard working and kind: she was a great source of comfort and conversation for my mother. I would heartily recommend her....
Liz L.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am looking for part-time caregiving and companionship opportunities. I have professional experience working as a caregiver in people's homes and assisted living facilities. I've provided care and companionship in memory care facilities as well.
One thing you should know about me is I'm very considerate, punctual, and pay...
Emil can also help with: Hospice services, errands, respite care, home modification, meal prep, transportation & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Emil is quite skilled, especially as a chef! But also very responsible, dependable and just an over all deeply caring individual. I recommend him highly! "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Not taking new clients at this time. Thank you for your interest :)
Hello everyone- my name is Caleigh and I'm an experienced caregiver/aid who is extremely dedicated and compassionate about caring for the elderly and disabled.
I have experience in all sorts of sectors within elderly care including memory care, hospice care,...
Caleigh can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, dementia, mobility assistance, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Our family hired Cayleigh nearly three months ago and we feel so fortunate to have found her. She is an extremely reliable support person for our 95 and 92 year old parents who live independently, due the consistency Cayleigh provides. She is trustworthy, patient,...
Elisabeth P.
5.0
(1)
Caregiving is not just a job for me as it may be for others. I have a passion for enhancing the quality of life of each and every individual I work with. I understand that each individual has their own set of needs. I have experience working with who use Hoyer lifts, both electronic and manual. I have worked with quadriplegic...
Caitlin can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, dementia, meal prep, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I. Have known Caitlin for 5 years and during that time I have been very impressed with her both as a friend and a helper. She is very reliable, caring and empathic, always willing to lend a helping hand.
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Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 18 families in your neighborhood
I have been a caregiver for 20 years. I am a certified nursing assistant and certified home health aid with extensive experience in hospice care and have my CPR certificate. I love assisting clients with the activities of daily living - walking, grooming, bathing, transfers, medication management and I love managing their house...
Cathy can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, companionship, errands, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Cathy was great to work with and I'll be using her again to help my grandma! Cathy has endless patience with a pleasant demeanor, just a wonderful person to have help someone you love."
Harmony A.
5.0
(2)
A former nurse, with more than 20 years of experience, seeking an immediate Eldercare position.
Full background check completed with no issues and Top Secret Security Clearance verified through the airlines (former flight attendant).
Please let me know if you have any questions!!
Michele can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Licensed Nurse
CPR
5.0
"Michele is a lifesaver! After being discharged after a 2-week stay in the hospital with an undiagnosed seizure disorder, I could not be left alone, drive, and have limited ability to do daily tasks.
We hired Michele to come to my home for 8 hours a day 5 days a...
Carrie I.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
If you are looking for a different kind of caregiver, one who is proactive, ambitious, responsible, intelligent and well educated, look no further. You will be pleased with the high quality of care I provide to your loved one and at how much more smoothly the day goes with my expert oversight and management. Since I am well...
Sandra can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, respite care, personal care
5.0
"Sandra was an incredible support to my mom, my family, and me during my mom's journey with dementia. From walks to garden visits to chair exercises and taking mom out for adventures, Sandra showed up with care, respect, and a real ability to meet my mom where she...
Rachel C.
5.0
(1)
Hello, I'm originally from Southern California born and raised. After 30 years of living in Los Angeles, I relocated to the Bay Area and lived there for 20 years and now I have made the PNW my permanent home. My professional background is 30 years of nonprofits (from management to fundraising) I felt my calling is helping others...
Ahide can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, live-in home care, meal prep, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Aside was an amazing caregiver to my husband. She treated him with kindness, live and respect as he fought thru cancer. She became a family member to us and you could not have a better provider than her. Thank you Ahide for all you have done for us!"
Care member
Christina V.
Portland, OR
$35-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Highly Qualified. Experience In Medical And Managing Private Care. I Enjoy Being A Caregiver.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Highly skilled, 24 years experience. Good at connecting with patients and picking up routines. Started as a CNA in a Nursing Home for 3 years. Worked with long term and rehabilitation patients. Gained experience working with all ages and ailments. For 13yrs I fully cared for an elderly gentleman who continued to show improvement...
Christina can also help with: Errands, dementia, companionship, light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Christina was the first caregiver I ever hired for myself and my partner. She became like family to us. She’s kind, compassionate, funny, flexible, thorough, punctual and thoughtful. We would have continued to use her but we moved too far away. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have been in the care-giving industry since 1992, employed by state and private parties. Having vast experience with ALS, COPD, Dementia, personal care, errands and transportation, meal prep, special dietary needs, medication therapy, recovery and rehabilitation, and oxygen therapy. Excellent references as well as letters of...
Julie can also help with: Personal care, respite care, errands, meal prep, dementia, companionship & more
5.0
"Julie was absolutely wonderful with my mother and became part of our family. If you have the opportunity to have her care for a loved one you couldn't do any better."
Jay M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I grew up in a home where caregiving was part of my everyday family atmosphere. I helped my mom run her care home for over 10 years, and continued caregiving over the years after she retired. I also worked with orphaned children overseas for over 10 years. My heart is to provide wholesome and quality care and give respect and...
Anca can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, hospice services
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
5.0
"Anca is wonderful! Genuinely caring and very knowledgeable. She's kind, patient and lovely to be around. She spoke to my Mom from a place of understanding and respect. I can't recommend her highly enough."
Susan V.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Private in-home Caregiver. Ethical, Responsible, Trustworthy, Compassionate, Competent and Happy. "Sherri you are an excellent care giver, it's hard to find one as good as you!" I am a private Caregiver (Much Better than Agency!). My work is my passion and my reputation determines the quality of my own life. I own a comfortable...
Sherri can also help with: Home modification, companionship, errands, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Sherri is attentive, responsible and very professional. She became a part of the family and was so sweet and warm."
Amanda P.
Allison H.
Portland, OR
$25-45/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Allison, a compassionate caregiver dedicated to providing dignified care for all individuals. My personal experience caring for my mother-in-law, who courageously battled ALS, ignited my passion for caregiving. I understand the unique challenges and emotional toll caregiving takes on both patients and their families....
Allison can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, respite care
5.0
"Allison has been working with me for the last several months and I couldn't be happier! She's reliable, punctual, very efficient and fun to be around. I cannot recommend her more highly!"
Jim L.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
CNA- 6 years experience @ rehabilitation/long term facility
Caregiver- 2 years @ assisted living/ memory care
Private caregiver- 4 years with various family's
CPR trained
Driver License, Reliable car/ insured
I'm comfortable with pets :)
I love what I do, and I have many great references from RN's LPNs , CNA.
Coraima can also help with: Live-in home care, respite care, personal care
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Cory is absolutely the best caregiver I have see in 15 years, and I have seen at least 100 while caring for my parents in care facilities and hospitals. Even the Hospice caregiver, with decades of experience, called me to after meeting Cory, just to tell me how...
Connie T.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Greetings to you,
I am an experienced and compassionate caregiver. I provide exceptional care and support to individuals who need assistance with their daily activities. My passion for caregiving stems from a deep desire to make a positive impact on people's lives and help them maintain their independence and dignity.
I...
Kidanekal can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, mobility assistance, transportation, companionship, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
5.0
"She was so professional and compassionate. It is obvious that she takes her responsibilities very seriously. I felt safe and well taken care of with her."
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Recent caregiver reviews in Portland, OR
Mel W.
5.0
Mel cared for my wife throughout the last of her life with ALS. It's difficult to put in words how much of a gift Mel has for Caregiving, she became part of our family. She is highly experienced in every aspect of Caregiving I can think of- capably doing Wheelchair transfers, operating a Hoyer Lift,...
- Bonnie G.
Meagan M.
5.0
Meagan is very patient and caring and always fun to have around. She puts others need before hers and would go out of her way to help someone in need. Her laugh is contagious and bubbly attitude can brighten up your day even make your worries go away and forget your pain.
- Lucy M.
Beth K.
5.0
Unfortunately Beth had already accepted another position before we were able to interview. But she communicated very well and appropriately and I really appreciated it.
- Connie K.
Marina P.
5.0
Excellent compassionate very knowledgeable caretaker. She is the best!
- John M.
Suzanne I.
5.0
Suzanne was fantastic and we would hire her again. She was dependable, prompt, great communicator, easy to work with and is someone who takes initiative to get things done. Both of my parents thought she was great. I would recommend her to anyone.
- Rob K.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Portland, OR
What caregiver services can I find near me in Portland, OR?
Most private senior caregiver services in Portland, OR 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 Portland.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Portland, OR in 2024?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Portland, OR on Care.com as of May, 2024 is $22.82 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 Portland, OR?
There are currently 197 caregivers in Portland, OR on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Portland, OR 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 Portland before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Portland, OR background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Portland, OR 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 Portland, OR caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Caregivers in Portland, OR are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 82 reviews of the 197 listed caregivers.