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60 caregivers are listed in Portsmouth, VA
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby caregivers is 7 years
Caregivers in Portsmouth, VA
5.0
(7)
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: Personal care, light cleaning, mobility assistance, errands, dementia, visiting physician & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Beverly exceeded our expectations. She was not only on-time each and every day, but usually 10-15 min early. She treated mom like she was her own, and mom loved her for it. She was very caring and patient. Beverly played games with mom and made her feel...
Jerry R.
5.0
(7)
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: Errands, personal care, respite care, light cleaning, meal prep, live-in home care & more
5.0
"Wonderful,caring,devoted,organized advocate. Sharon worked with my mom for the last year of her life, became her friend and cheerleader. She directed and trail blazed when it was called for. She knows the ins and outs of the health care system and will make her...
Beth W.
3.0
(1)
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: Home modification, personal care, hospice services, dementia, live-in home 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.
If you're looking for someone to care for your loved one that will give them top notch quality care and treat them like their own, look no further. I have 10 years of experience. I can help with companionship and Personal Care. I can assist with activities of daily living, meal prep, light housekeeping, bathing, transferring,...
Chantey can also help with: Companionship, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, personal care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
I have 30years in the medical profession. I have many years of experience with Alzhimers patients. I provide transportation to appointments, prepare meals, dispense medications, bathing. Great companionship
Peggy can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, companionship, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
Alicia M.
Portsmouth, VA
$28/hr • 10 yrs exp
Caregiver Seeking Part-time Companionship. Available To Help With Errands, House Keeping And Cooking
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am family oriented woman who holds my family at highest priority. I consider myself to be intuitive, nurturing, responsible, fun loving and supportive. Im also a certified medical assistant and current on CPR, Tb and immunizations. I have 12 years experience in the medical field with Carondelet Medical Group working with a...
Alicia can also help with: Home modification, errands, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Vicki C.
Portsmouth, VA
$15-30/hr • 10 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: Errands, home modification, respite care, transportation, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
I am an experienced caregiver 15 plus years of work in the field. I have a passion for helping seniors with everyday life experiences that maybe be difficult for them to do alone. My passion is to ensure your loved is comfortable and feel secured at all times.
Flolephia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
Mathew N.
Portsmouth, VA
$15-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
Compassionate and dependable caregiver dedicated to providing supportive care to the elderly. I bring a patient and attentive demeanor to ensure those in my care feel secure, understood, and valued. My services include assisting with daily living activities, offering companionship, and I'm also capable of handling tasks that...
Mathew can also help with: Light cleaning, mobility assistance, companionship
Jodiann G.
Portsmouth, VA
$25-33/hr • 10 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: Personal care, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, mobility assistance, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Mckenzie F.
Portsmouth, VA
$13-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hello, I'm McKenzie, a warm and dedicated caregiver who believes in providing our cherished elders with the extra love and attention they truly deserve. With a genuine passion for helping others, especially our older generation, I find immense fulfillment in ensuring that they feel cherished, comfortable, and valued. From...
Mckenzie can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, hospice services, errands, live-in home care & more
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: Live-in home care, respite care, personal care, dementia, hospice services
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
CNA
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:
Licensed Nurse
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
(1)
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: Hospice services, personal care, live-in home care, dementia
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.
Michelle S.
Suffolk, VA
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Smiley Face, Loving And Sweet And Passionate Of What I Do
5.0
(1)
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: Dementia, mobility assistance, hospice services, companionship, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
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.
4.0
(5)
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: Dementia, home modification, hospice services, errands, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
4.0
"After the interview, I liked Sandra and wanted to give her a one week trial to she if she and I were a fit. She charged me $20 an hour. Sandra had a wonderful work ethic and was great with the patient. Sandra works well and is self motivated. On the down...
Sandra H.
Rheanna R.
Norfolk, VA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Compassionate Caregiver Ten Years Of Experience, Passionate Of Caring For The Elderly
3.0
(2)
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: Dementia, respite care, companionship, meal prep
5.0
"She’s hard working and almost gives 100 % in whatever she does "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a 35-year-old Home Healthcare provider from Virginia, currently residing in Chesapeake. I have been doing home healthcare for over 10 years. Experience and currently employed as a live-in caregiver. I think it takes a special kind of person to be in this field. It's not just about providing care, but also learning...
Elizabeth can also help with: Dementia, personal care, hospice services
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Elizabeth is very sweet and my mother in law loves her! I would definitely hire her again!"
Leigh D.
Natalie G.
Suffolk, VA
$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
3.7
(3)
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: Mobility assistance, personal care, 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.
5.0
(5)
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: Hospice services, errands, live-in home care, light cleaning, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Reliable, Friendly and knowledgable to many disabilities"
Care member
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Recent caregiver reviews in Portsmouth, VA
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.
Caitlyn W.
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.
Michelle S.
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 pro-active in getting my mom...
- Miriam H.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Portsmouth, VA
What caregiver services can I find near me in Portsmouth, VA?
Most private senior caregiver services in Portsmouth, VA 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 Portsmouth.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Portsmouth, VA in 2025?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Portsmouth, VA on Care.com as of February, 2025 is $20.00 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 Portsmouth, VA?
There are currently 13 caregivers in Portsmouth, VA on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Portsmouth, VA 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 Portsmouth before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Portsmouth, VA background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Portsmouth, VA 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 Portsmouth, VA caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.3 / 5
Caregivers in Portsmouth, VA are rated 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 15 reviews of the 60 listed caregivers.