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60 caregivers are listed in Punta Gorda, FL
The average rate is $18/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby caregivers is 7 years
Caregivers in Punta Gorda, FL
3.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Dapphney. I am seeking a caregiver position having 15 years of experience doing home health and previously worked at a few hospitals doing various clerical positions. My availability is flexible and willing to work days, nights, and weekends. I love doing this type of work as I'm very compassionate. I'm certified...
Dapphney can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, companionship, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Dapphney was a joy to work with- she is very kind- hearted, punctual, honest and checked that every need was met. She was good at communication and following through. She is an asset in taking care of loved ones."
Jacqui B.
Evangeline N.
Punta Gorda, FL
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Was Working In NY For Almost 12 Year As A Caregiver
5.0
(2)
Dedicated Home Health Aid skilled in providing support to elderly clients by utilizing effective communication Organized and motivated employee. Very responsible HHA with over 10 years of experience.
Duties :
1Feeding and reminding of drug familiarity.
2. Being a compassionate caregiver.
3. Knowledge of wound care.
4. Help...
Evangeline can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, meal prep, mobility assistance, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Vangie worked with my mom who had Alzheimer's for many years (8-9). She was caring and responsible and my mom loved her as we all did. I would not hesitate to hire her again or recommend her to all my family and friends. She left when my mom passed away at the...
Millie F.
5.0
(4)
I have over 15 years of experience As a companion caregiver, house manager, and end of life care .. I am a 64-year-old caucasian female. I have experience to help you with transportation, transfers, shopping, light house keeping, companionship, bathing, dressing, meals, medication management, and anything else that needs done,...
Judy can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, light cleaning, live-in home care, errands
5.0
"Judy was engaged in the employ of my ex husband. She first was his caregiver a few hours a day as needed, and she was always so accommodating and friendly when I came to visit. As his health deteriorated, and surgeries escalated, he eventually needed to rely on...
Angela O.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been a licensed CNA since 2004. I have experience in dementia , Alzheimer's , extensive background in hospice , and active daily living . I have worked various areas of care giving. I am caring and compassionate. I come with excellent letters of recommendation. Including local Doctors. I also have a current CPR training....
Deborah can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, respite care, transportation, dementia
Skills:
CNA
5.0
" Deborah Desch Is an amazing Care Giver, CNA & Person in General!!
I've hired Deborah several times and every single time she goes above and beyond the call of duty for myself, my family and my hectic situations
I recommend her to anyone and everyone she is a...
Katie A.
I have about 3 years of experience working in an assisted living home and as a home health caregiver. I also worked as a patient care technician for HCA for a year. During this time I have taken on private in home care cases for the elderly within my hometown as well. I love the interpersonal relationships that form while caring...
Very experienced, reliable, responsible, efficient, organized, clean driving record.
Great references. Happy to provide a background check
Mira can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care
I am an experienced caregiver and companion. I am a 63-year-old woman, German-speaking, with 15 years of experience. I have Level 2 Florida Background Clearance. I offer the following services: -Companionship -Light housekeeping and laundry -Meal Preparation -Grocery shopping and errands -Escort to doctor's and vet appointments...
Gabriele can also help with: Personal care, respite care, visiting physician, visiting nurse, hospice services, dementia & more
I am a loving and experienced care giver.
I am someone a cut above the caregiver you
might get from an agency... someone with above-average intelligence who will
treat your loved one as their own family member.
I am warm, dependable and compassionate. I have a nursing degree but I
am not licensed.
I can easily recognize...
Laura can also help with: Light cleaning, live-in home care, home modification, meal prep, errands, dementia & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have had many years of experience caring for my grandmother. Companionship, grocery shopping, light housecleaning, errands, doctor appointments, going on outings -lunch, movies etc. Hairdresser appointments, etc.
I cared for my grandmother when she lived independently and when she lived in an assisted living facility.
Ondria can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, visiting nurse, transportation, meal prep
Karen C.
Punta Gorda, FL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a PCSP/LNA/caregiver since 1998. I have references & a resume if needed. I have experience w special needs, Alzheimer's, all ADLs, paralysis, ALS, Parkinson's. Added experience with pet care, child care, house cleaning, errands, transportation. I am compassionate & love to help others in all aspects of needs.
Karen can also help with: Personal care, dementia, respite care
Skills:
CNA
I have over 10 years of experience. The majority is with seniors and in memory care setting. I also was a caregiver of my mother who had alzheimers. I have been doing private care for 3 years and before that I worked at memory care and assisted living facilities. I live in Punta Gorda willing to travel from Venice area to Cape...
Kristie can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, personal care, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
Licensed Nurse
I am a dependable person who enjoys taking care of others, especially seniors. I feel they have a lot to teach and give to those around them but need sometimes they need a bit of help. I specialize my services to meet the needs of my clients. Whether it be to do some shopping, prepare some meals, help with cleaning, provide...
Michelle can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, transportation, meal prep
Growing up raised by my grandmother and having a total of four siblings three of which are younger, four nieces and twin nephews, I grew up fast and quickly took on the role of a caregiver. I've held my CNA since 2016. After moving to Florida from NY I became certified in phlebotomy with the hopes of going back into the medical...
Caitlyn can also help with: Errands, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
(7)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Caregiver for 3 half years
Babysitter for 5 years
Business owners for 14 years
Teacher aide for 2 years
I have love taking care of people first by helping them find clothes that they would like, helping teachers with 3yrs -5yrs olds with letters, numbers, coloring, music, dancing, keep hand clean, helping them how to hold a...
5.0
"Mary is an excellent caregiver and well liked by her clients and families. As the RN working over her, I was happy to see her achieve Caregiver of the Year 2022. She is extremely knowledgeable and reports issue as they arise. Any agency hiring her would be lucky...
Sheila M.
I have 6 years of experience. I can help with Personal Care and Light Housecleaning. I am available for evenings/nights and weekends. Was a caregiver for my grandmother for the last 4 years.
Denice can also help with: Meal prep, personal care, light cleaning
My name is Michelle, with over (25) years of experience, providing Compassionate and personal Home Care for Seniors. I am seeking a caregiver position; I'm willing to work nights and weekends'. I love doing this type of work, I belive in nurturing our cherished seniors were they call home. I'm HHA and CPR certified, I have a...
Michelle can also help with: Light cleaning, home modification, meal prep, dementia, errands
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
4.8
(9)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Natacha. I have 16 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services, Hospice Service, private care, long and short terms service, traveling services etc,. You name it I have done it in term of caregiving services. Truly, this is more than a job it's a life calling. I am passionate about the...
Natacha can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, live-in home care, meal prep, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Licensed Nurse
5.0
"Natasha met all our needs in caring for my wife for five days while I was away from home. She also did a nice job of cleaning our house. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hi, my name is Jennifer.
I have five years of experience and specialization in working with elderly patients. I possess certification in first aid techniques, as well as CPR. I have familiarity with medical software as well as knowledge on how to use a variety of other medical equipment. I can help with transportation services,...
Jennifer can also help with: Errands, personal care, dementia, meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"She is the best at what she does! If you don't hire her for all your care giving needs you will regret it!"
Armando G.
5.0
(1)
My grandmother lived with me for 13 years and I helped her run errands, took her to Dr's appointments and helped with her daily care. I helped her with meal prep and was a very caring companion. I grew up in a neighborhood of seniors and I was always drawn to them. I also worked in the Medicare field as an Insurance Agent and I...
Cheryl can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, companionship, respite care
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have taking care of my grandma until the day that she passed.. my sister, had downs and I was her primary caregiver most of her adult life other than my parents .. I have worked in many different facilities that specialize in the care of the elderly and special needs adults.
Including Autism, Downs and CP.
I also recently...
Beatrice can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning, errands, respite care, dementia & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Beatrice goes above and beyond. I hired Beatrice to help with an elderly man in need and have since been able to depend on Beatrice for a number of miscellaneous tasks in addition to that. She is always ready and willing to help. Is punctual and proactive. Quality...
Carolyn S.
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Recent caregiver reviews in Punta Gorda, FL
Dapphney S.
5.0
Dapphney was a joy to work with- she is very kind- hearted, punctual, honest and checked that every need was met. She was good at communication and following through. She is an asset in taking care of loved ones.
- Jacqui B.
Evangeline N.
5.0
"Vangie" cared for my dad with the compassion and kindness that you would expect from family! I have known Vangie for about 15 years and now consider her a part of my family!!!!
- Janice S.
Judy G.
5.0
Judy is a very responsible, respectable, honest, caring young lady. She's easy to talk with and an all around great soul!
- Susan C.
Deborah D.
5.0
Debi is amazing!! I hired Debi to watch my grandma who has moderate dementia. She was on-time, professional, and made me feel like my grandma was in good hands. I would 100% recommend Debi for your caregiver needs. :)
- Melinda L.
Mary A.
5.0
Mary is an excellent caregiver and well liked by her clients and families. As the RN working over her, I was happy to see her achieve Caregiver of the Year 2022. She is extremely knowledgeable and reports issue as they arise. Any agency hiring her would be lucky to have her.
- Sheila M.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Punta Gorda, FL
What caregiver services can I find near me in Punta Gorda, FL?
Most private senior caregiver services in Punta Gorda, 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 Punta Gorda.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Punta Gorda, FL in 2024?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Punta Gorda, FL on Care.com as of May, 2024 is $18.69 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 Punta Gorda, FL?
There are currently 16 caregivers in Punta Gorda, FL on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Punta Gorda, 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 Punta Gorda before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Punta Gorda, FL background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Punta Gorda, 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 Punta Gorda, FL caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Caregivers in Punta Gorda, FL are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 19 reviews of the 60 listed caregivers.