Find caregivers in Portsmouth, VA that you’ll love

60 caregivers are listed in Portsmouth, VA

The average rate is $18/hr as of May 2024

The average experience for nearby caregivers is 9 years

Caregivers in Portsmouth, VA

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Tammy A.


Portsmouth, VA

$18-45/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a certified Personal care aide, looking for a part to full time position. I can perform almost any task, from bed bound-total care, to clients who can walk. I give bed baths, or shower assistance, skin care, dressing, transfers, cooking, feeding, transportation, medication reminder, housekeeping for the disabled client,...
Tammy can also help with: Companionship, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Tammy has been a huge help with my mother. She is very caring and knows what she is doing to get any job you need done. She is the first care giver I have had that can "handle" my mom, who has dementia and allows me to spend time with my husband and son while she...

Lisa M.

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Beverly C.


Portsmouth, VA

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver Companion

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Compassionate caregiver companion with experience serving aging patients, including assisting with daily living activities and household tasks. Patient and highly energetic. Skills at managing schedules and keeping clients as active as possible. Bathing, cooking, changing, bathroom assistance, medication administering, laundry,...
Beverly can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, visiting physician, personal care, errands, mobility assistance & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Beverly and I worked together taking care of a WW2 veteran. She was very caring and went far and beyond her job. She got all his medical products and did all his food shopping. She ordered his personal hygiene items. She stayed right on top of everything. I enjoyed...

Angela A.

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Sharon R.


Portsmouth, VA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Caring And Loving Caregiver

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I'm passionate that each "individual" I meet is treated with respect. I strongly believe I'm part of a unique team and need to listen to each person and/or family to ensure each experience is positive. I have served in the Social Work field for most of my life, even as a adolescent volunteer at Christiana Hospital. I recently...
Sharon can also help with: Meal prep, personal care, live-in home care, respite care, errands, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Sharon did a wonderful job caring for my 94 year old mother. She's very kind, responsible, intelligent and always on time. I always knew and trusted that my mom was in good hands when Sharon was with her. I would hire her again in a heartbeat. I would highly...

Bett C.

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Amanda S.


Portsmouth, VA

$10-15/hr7 yrs exp

Full Time Or Part Time Care Available!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Amanda, and I'm very interested in working with the elderly. My grandparents raised me so I grew up always giving them a hand with whatever they needed. From the ages 13-17 I volunteered at Blue Ridge nursing home during holidays and big events to help out and make the holidays extra special for the elderly....
Amanda can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, dementia, home modification, personal care
3.0
"Mandie worked for us for about 3 months. She did take good care of my mother during that time and kept me up dated through the day by texting and photographs. My mother enjoyed her friendly spirit and upbeat attitude. On occasion she would bring her child and...

Debbie E.

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Mia T.


Portsmouth, VA

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time / Full-Time Caretaker Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello. I'm an interested in care taker / companion aide position! I am CPR , PCA , CNA & Medication aide certified . I have a clean background with, references and letters of recommendation . I have worked in the nursing since 2005. Some of my experiences has been caring for families that are bed bound, has Dementia and on...
Mia can also help with: Personal care, live-in home care, hospice services, dementia, respite care
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Mia is a jewel! She has really given me peace of mind in the care of my parents."

Valerie J.

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Chapin G.


Portsmouth, VA

$20-40/hr7 yrs exp

Smiling Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Chapin, and I have a passion for working with and helping the geriatric population. I am a Physical Therapist Assistant, so I'm trained in safety with ambulation and transfers. I am willing to help with things around the house or any extras that may be needed. I have experience in memory care units and...
Chapin can also help with: Personal care, dementia
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Peggy B.


Portsmouth, VA

$22-50/hr20 yrs exp

Responsible And Experienced Caregiver

I'd describe my personality as caring, calm pleasant I like caring for seniors because I was raised in a home with my parents and 2 grandmother's and have worked with older adults during my 30 years of nursing I'm looking for a job that can be helpful to the patient and their families I started caring for seniors when I...
Peggy can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, errands, mobility assistance, dementia & more
5.0
"Peggy is a wonderful caregiver. She took care of my mom who suffered with dementia. I knew that my mom was well cared with Peggy and that gave me and my family peace of mind. She was always patient, caring and loving towards my mom. She kept mom occupied with...

Allison D.

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Vicki C.


Portsmouth, VA

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

I Spent 10 Years In The Medical Field As A Navy Corpsman, EMT And EMT Instructor.

I'd describe my personality as compassionate, loving and genuine I like caring for seniors because, they deserve someone who will respect them and treat them with dignity! I'm looking for an opportunity to give back to families. I am looking for a senior who needs a compassionate caregiver, someone who needs to be taken to...
Vicki can also help with: Transportation, dementia, errands, meal prep, home modification, respite care & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

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Jodiann G.


Portsmouth, VA

$25-33/hr10 yrs exp

Hi, I'm Jodi. I've been a Certified Nursing Assistant going on 10 years now. I am a dependable and compassionate caregiver. I pride myself on being able to quickly learn new skills and adapt to any situation. I have assisted clients with their activities of daily living in nursing homes, assistant living and some in the comfort...
Jodiann can also help with: Errands, mobility assistance, meal prep, personal care, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Heather W.


Portsmouth, VA

$30-50/hr

Home Health Nurse

I have 14+ years of experience in the home health world. I am willing to assist with skilled needs that fall outside of your insurances coverage and you do not have a caregiver for. This would include- picc line care/abx administration, injection administration, some wound care, some ostomy care.
Heather can also help with: Specialized care
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Licensed Nurse

CPR

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Shasta S.


Norfolk, VA

$15-25/hr

I Am Very Reliable And Very Passionate And Caring.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

COVID-19 training, National, National Caregivers certification, BLS thru American Heart Association, Certificate of perfect attendance thru TCC, Award of completion of Healthcare thru TCC, State Board Certified Nurse Aide
Shasta can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, errands, meal prep, companionship & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Shasta is a FABULOUS one on one caregiver! i have ALS and her ability to help me live my life is wonderful. smart. adapts to care needs. very detail oriented."

Catherine M.

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Rheanna R.


Norfolk, VA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver Ten Years Of Experience, Passionate Of Caring For The Elderly

Compassionate caregiver with 10 years of experience working in assisted living facilities and home healthcare. Passionate about elder care, skilled at managing schedules and keeping clients as active as possible. Culturally sensitive with the ability to provide both physical and emotional support to clients. Willing to transport...
Rheanna can also help with: Companionship, dementia, respite care, meal prep
5.0
"She’s hard working and almost gives 100 % in whatever she does "

Care member

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Wendy O.


Chesapeake, VA

$10-25/hr5 yrs exp

I will provide care for your seniors, children, or fur babies when you're unable to. I have been a nurse for over 20 years and specialize in pediatrics and senior care. I worked in a pediatric clinic for over 10 years and I have worked in Skilled Nursing and Long Term Care for seniors for over 5 years. I have been in home health...
Wendy can also help with: Personal care
Skills:

Licensed Nurse

5.0
"I can’t say enough good things about Wendy. It was my first time using her as a caretaker for my brother-in-law. She was extremely kind and caring. I went away for the entire day, and didn’t have a care in the world about whether or not he was being taken care of....

Care member

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Sandra J.


Chesapeake, VA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Senior Caregiver Or Child Care Provider

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have 22 years of experience caring for Seniors with many different disabilities. I'm passionate about the work I do. I love to build a relationship with my clients and treat them as if they were a my own relative. I'm also very professional and I'm a great team player. If you have any questions feel free to give me a call.
Sandra can also help with: Errands, companionship, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, home modification & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"She would be a great caregiver for caring for your parent. She is very compassionate. Beth."

Care member

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Michelle S.


Suffolk, VA

$25-50/hr5 yrs exp

Smiley Face, Loving And Sweet And Passionate Of What I Do

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I do believe my calling is to make others lives meaningful, creating happiness and touch others lives. I love to take care of people and based on my experiences , I give dignity, respect and value of what I do in life. I work in my entire life taking care of others people lives. Give any good references. I worked as DSP II for...
Michelle can also help with: Personal care, errands, respite care, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Wound Care

CNA

5.0
"Michelle worked for my 91 year old mother (who has dementia) for about 4-5 months in Virginia Beach. She is an extremely dependable, honest and knowledgeable CNA who has a great enthusiastic, upbeat personality. My mom really enjoyed her company and she was very...

Miriam H.

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Mulu L.


Norfolk, VA

$20/hr1 yrs exp

Caring , Understanding, And Reliable

When I was younger, I worked in a nursing home which made me want to work in senior care. It's so important to me to give back to my elders - with time, care, companionship, and more. I did a school internship for four months after getting my certificate in home health aide. The internships were both in a nursing home and in the...
Mulu can also help with: Hospice services, personal care, respite care, visiting nurse, dementia
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Mulu is always on time, is extremely friendly and a pleasure to meet. You will like her very much."

Miranda M.

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Caitlyn W.


Chesapeake, VA

$10-25/hr5 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Caitlyn and I have been a nursing assistant/home health aid for the last five years. I have experience working for multiple residents and for residents one on one in their homes. I've had the pleasure of learning and performing the particulars of past clients; concerning cares, meal preparations, daily...
Caitlyn can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, dementia, live-in home care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"Caitlyn is kind and conscientious. She has energy, commitment and goes that extra mile to be sure her clients receive the best care she can give them. I was very sorry when she left our team."

Sandi K.

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Kawia A.


Norfolk, VA

$17-28/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi I'm Kawia! I have lots of experience with adults ranging from different ages to different needs including alzheimer's and dememntia. I am a person who thinks that care-giving is more than just a "job". I am someone who loves and care for people as if they were they were my own family . In addition I can take the dog out, I...
Kawia can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, dementia, errands, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Kawia is friendly, professional, and punctual. She went above and beyond helping my dad with dementia and house cleaning chores! She did a great job keeping up with my father's random movements and ensuring he didn't fall! Dad was still slightly medicated after...

Alicia A.

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Natalie G.


Suffolk, VA

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Natalie! I am a dependable and compassionate caregiver. My schedule is flexible. I am looking mainly for full time work but I wouldn't mind doing date nights or occasional sitting. I can work days, nights, holidays, and weekends to meet your needs. I have cared for toddlers in my family, Elders and I would love...
Natalie can also help with: Personal care, mobility assistance, live-in home care
5.0
"Natalie does a wonderful job with my father who has dementia. She goes on walks, plays cards, uses the basketball hoop out front. She does amazing to keep him busy so he's not bored."

James C.

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Sonia T.


Chesapeake, VA

$22-35/hr10 yrs exp

Caring And Compassionate

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I worked as caregiver, Home Health Aide (HHA) Companion care, and senior care for over 10 years, I have provided and still providing care for seniors with disabilities, ALS, Hospice, MS, dementia/Alzheimer's, Tracheotomy care, feeding tube and catheter care in their homes. I am very passionate about the care I provide for them...
Sonia can also help with: Live-in home care, errands, dementia, hospice services, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Reliable, Friendly and knowledgable to many disabilities"

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Recent caregiver reviews in Portsmouth, VA

Tammy A.

5.0

Tammy has been a huge help with my mother. She is very caring and knows what she is doing to get any job you need done. She is the first care giver I have had that can "handle" my mom, who has dementia and allows me to spend time with my husband and son while she is here. I am my moms 24/7 care...

- Lisa M.

Beverly C.

5.0

Beverly and I worked together taking care of a WW2 veteran. She was very caring and went far and beyond her job. She got all his medical products and did all his food shopping. She ordered his personal hygiene items. She stayed right on top of everything. I enjoyed working with her and would...

- Angela A.

Sharon R.

5.0

Sharon did a wonderful job caring for my 94 year old mother. She's very kind, responsible, intelligent and always on time. I always knew and trusted that my mom was in good hands when Sharon was with her. I would hire her again in a heartbeat. I would highly recommend her for a family who needs an...

- Bett C.

Amanda S.

3.0

Mandie worked for us for about 3 months. She did take good care of my mother during that time and kept me up dated through the day by texting and photographs. My mother enjoyed her friendly spirit and upbeat attitude. On occasion she would bring her child and that was also enjoyable for my mom to...

- Debbie E.

Mia T.

5.0

Mia is a jewel! She has really given me peace of mind in the care of my parents.

- Valerie J.

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