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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
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: Hospice services, dementia, respite care, meal prep, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
Wound Care
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.
I have been involved with the senior citizens since I was 22 that was when I started to play cards bingo at the senior citizen center 6 days a week. Have always loved being around them all and I still play bingo at the moose lodge and cards at the cultural center in port charlotte. I used to caretake for the seniors up north, by...
Timothy can also help with: Personal care
soy cubana hace 13 años vivo en usa hablo un poquito inglés y entiendo bastante, tengo 11 años de experiencia son CNA asistente de enfermería he trabajado en nursing home, agencias de salud y Alf. soy una persona alegre y me gusta mucho mi trabajo lo hago con gusto y compasión, siempre estoy dispuesta a realizar mi trabajo y...
Miriam can also help with: Hospice services, mobility assistance, companionship, light cleaning, meal prep, respite care & more
Hello and thanks for take my the time to read my profile. I have relocated to this area having worked at an agency for 10 years that caters to elderly and kids. Prior to moving here I lived in Tallahassee for 6 years and was blessed to care for some amazing adults and kids. See my reviews.
Hospice care, terminal illnesses,...
Elise can also help with: Dementia, respite care, personal care, hospice services
Skills:
CNA
Tiffany C.
Port Charlotte, FL
$16-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hello my name is Tiffany currently employed part time Home Health Aid, Do you need some extra help with meal prep / cooking or light house keeping , Daily activities or just need someone for companionship/ Friendship been a Home health aid /caregiver since 2016 helping with senior care
Tiffany can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, companionship
I'm a reliable, friendly mother in my 30s living in Port Charlotte. I have 5 years professional experience doing direct support for developmentally disabled, and elderly patients.
I can provide quality care for your loved one. Companionship, cooking, cleaning, bathing, dressing, and running errands.
Samantha can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, personal care
I have quite a few years experience in my earlier years as a caregiver and nurses aide as I have worked for an agency, at a long term care facility and performed private duty. and have been enjoying my life however I have a passion to help others and In my spare time I enjoy going to the beach, taking out the boat, walking,...
Janet can also help with: Respite care, dementia, light cleaning, errands, home modification, meal prep & more
4.7
(15)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Actively looking for a fulltime postion beginning May 20th. I have over 15 years experience in caregiving. For 10 years I cared for my brother who was wheelchair bound and partially paralyzed from a motorcycle accident until his passing in 1996. The other folks that I have cared for have suffered from heart disease, diabetes,...
Terri can also help with: Dementia, errands, companionship, meal prep, mobility assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"My mom loved Terri! That's the most important. She took my mom to her medical appointment and never left her side."
Corease H.
5.0
(7)
Level 2 background check, CPR, end of life experience ( trained a-little by hospice ) , mental- cognitive issues, kidney care training, give meds, obsessive anxiety, depression , can travel. Care for others like they are my family . I have heart & skills .
Linda can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, live-in home care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Linda is kind , compassionate, friendly and knowledgeable ."
Karen E.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have worked with seniors on many different levels professionally and personally. I have a positive, cheerful and a very caring personality which hopefully brings joy and encouragement into the lives of others. I have been caregiver/companion/ healthcare manager to a number clients with various disabilities and needs. My duties...
Sharon can also help with: Errands, companionship, home modification, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Sharon has been a companion/caregiver for my wife for the past year. Sharon is outstanding in every way and we feel very fortunate to have found her. She is very professional, trustworthy and prompt.
My wife has Alzheimer?s and we wanted a companion for her who...
Barry L.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
"Kindness can transform someone's dark moment with a blaze of light. You'll never know how much your caring matters. Make a difference for another today." Healthcare Manager / Certified Medication Technician/Pharmacy Technician/ Certified Nursing Assistance/ CPR/BLS/Hospice, Dementia, Alzheimer's, Experience. I will care for...
Anna can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, errands, companionship, home modification, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
5.0
"Anna is exactly what you wish for & goes above & beyond without asking. She is highly compassionate, attentive to her patient's needs & will update you & serve as an advocate on behalf of your loved-one if they are in a rehab or hospital like setting. I can't speak...
April J.
5.0
(2)
I have been in private care for the last 10 years and have great references. Able to do shopping, light housekeeping, meal prep, assist with bathing and general care. Personal correspondence and computer work. All office experience.
Nina can also help with: Dementia, companionship, light cleaning, errands, hospice services, meal prep & more
5.0
"Nina was a Godsend helping me with me father's life and his end of life care. I highly recommend Nina Jones."
Joseph L.
5.0
(2)
I have over 26 years of private caregiving experience with all ages. I obtained my CNA/HHA license in 1997, I also completed The EMT program at Edison Community College in 1999.
I am CPR and first aide certified. I have experience and extended knowledge with medication management, Hoyer lifts, feeding tubes, trach care, wound...
Jaime can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, hospice services, live-in home care, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Very compassionate and professional!"
Brodd C.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Greg and I am an experienced Home Health Aide/Caregiver that would love to care for your family member as if they were part of my own family.
I have 18 years of experience taking care of individuals with different health issues. My experience includes taking care of my mother who experienced multiple health...
Gregory can also help with: Mobility assistance, errands, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"My oldest son has a very rare genetic disorder and Greg was able to connect and help him with so much! My son still asks about him and looks at his picture and says, "Hi Greg!" Unfortunately Greg did move and he is no longer with us but his efforts were above and...
JD B.
Beverly B.
Rotonda West, FL
$20-35/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
I am a PT caregiver/companion. I have the patience to listen and become a caring friend to your loved one. I have made many friends this way, and my heart is not yet full. I have plenty of room.
I started in caregiving when a friend of mine fell and fractured her hip. I managed her house, as well as hiring, training, and...
Beverly can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, transportation, dementia
5.0
"I would highly recommend Bev. She has compassion and cares for the elderly. Loyal, hard working and goes out of her way to help when needed."
Tracy S.
Theresa N.
North Port, FL
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Experienced, Compassionate Caregiver Who Will Treat You As FAMILY!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Theresa. I began my care giving journey with my parents (one had Alzheimer's, the other ALS), and have continued the journey working through a home health agency. After a recent move, I am looking to find a client or two, that I can focus all my efforts on, that is closer to home. I have worked with clients with...
Theresa can also help with: Live-in home care, companionship, errands, dementia, light cleaning, home modification & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Theresa is very experienced, caring and intuitive. She is a very strong problem solver. Would strongly recommend her."
Martha S.
5.0
(1)
10+ years caring for others. Caring, Compassionate, patient caregiver. Many's years as a caregiver as STNA and LPN. Now semi retired and still have Heart and time to help others.
Barbara can also help with: Meal prep, errands, personal care, light cleaning, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
CPR
5.0
"Barb helped us with my mom when Mom was still living at her home. We had other people helping previously but none of them worked out. My mom had a “unique” personality and was quite “fiesty” but Barb was patient and understanding and empathetic to the...
Care member
5.0
(2)
I have taught senior classes and have loved our seniors all my life!! They have such wisdom!!! I have cared for my friends moms and have come to love spending time with seniors! caring with respect is the key!!
Previous employment included working in foster care programs, assisting seniors as a mental health aide in a baker act...
Donna can also help with: Respite care, personal care, live-in home care
5.0
"Donna is a very compassionate caregiver who does a wonderful job. She was absolutely wonderful with my 90 year old Mother.
For me and my family Donna was a blessing during a very challenging and difficult time.
My Mother truly loved seeing Donna and enjoyed her...
Janet C.
4.3
(12)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
After working as a certified professional secretary and administrative assistant for over 20 years in Jamaica, I came to the US and started working as a caregiver. I started working in private duty nursing over 20 years ago. To say my first assignment was quite an experience is an understatement, but then I realized that I found...
Denise can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning, companionship, dementia, home modification, errands & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
CPR
5.0
"Denise was such a loving and caring individual. She became a family member taking care of our dad who was suffering from Alzheimer's. She is extremely trustworthy and honest. Positive attitude and never negative. She was someone that became a member of the family...
Meredith T.
5.0
(1)
I have 8 years of caregiving experience with excellent references. I have worked with clients with dementia, visual impairments, physical disabilities, incontinence, etc.
I can do check-ins, companionship, errands, appointments, outings, personal care, light housekeeping and meal prep, respite care, etc. I have a home health aid...
Sarah can also help with: Dementia, companionship, personal care, meal prep, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Sarah is an amazing caregiver, caring and compassionate. She took such good care of my mom and my mom loved her very much."
Maddy M.
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Recent caregiver reviews in Punta Gorda, FL
Beatrice K.
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 work. Caring and helpful. She is...
- Carolyn S.
Terri J.
5.0
Terri is an awesome caregiver! She goes above and beyond to take care of the people that she’s caring for. She communicates very well with her patients and all the family members that are involved..
- Care member
Linda G.
5.0
Linda is caring, has an incredibly gracious heart and spirit. She goes the extra mile She has an upbeat positive attitude, is encouraging and full of life!
- Tamara B.
Sharon C.
5.0
Sharon has been a blessing to our family in her role as caregiver! She was able to step in and provide the help and care needed for our aging and less independent Mom and Dad in an almost seamless manner to them. Her very pleasant, respectful and professional manner made it very easy for all of...
- Care member
Anna M.
5.0
Anna is exactly what you wish for & goes above & beyond without asking. She is highly compassionate, attentive to her patient's needs & will update you & serve as an advocate on behalf of your loved-one if they are in a rehab or hospital like setting. I can't speak highly enough of her...
- April J.
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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 $18.59 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 17 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 Rating4.5 / 5
Caregivers in Punta Gorda, FL are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 15 reviews of the 60 listed caregivers.