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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
Klaudia L.
Englewood, FL
$25-35/hr • 9 yrs exp
Love And Patience Are The Two Most Important Attributes That A Senior Person Deserves
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
After taking care of a 93-year-old with dementia and diabetes for 16 months in the US and many more seniors in Poland, I would like to provide these services for another senior person who is in need of caregiving. I began my bio with a title theme to exemplify that love is required for those dementia people who are always...
Klaudia can also help with: Personal care
5.0
"Klaudia currently assists me taking care of my 92 year old Aunt in her home. My aunt has dementia and can no longer live alone. She handles all that is thrown at her during the day, meds, meal prep, house cleaning, companionship, errands, crafts and puzzles and...
Cheryl L.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 38 years of diversified experience in the healthcare profession including working as a staff nurse, director of a home care agency, drug safety, training director at a pharmaceutical company, case management and utilization review. Additionally, I worked private duty for approximately 10 years caring for seniors with...
Karen can also help with: Visiting physician, dementia, personal care, respite care
5.0
"I have known Karen C for quite some time now. I met her about five years ago when I hired her to take care of my mom. Mom was in the early stages of dementia. She never wanted to leave her home of over 30 years to move into an assisted living facility, but she was...
Linda P.
5.0
(2)
Medical assistant in a medical office x 2 + years
Caregiver x 4 years + , cleaning, preparing meal, driving, playing , teaching piano.
Viorica can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, live-in home care, transportation, meal prep, hospice services & more
5.0
"She has the best qualities as a nurse
Hard working, organized, honest, great team work"
Care member
4.7
(8)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am a college graduate. I have worked in the health care industry for over 30 years. I've worked I food service for the same amount of time. I have experience with Alzheimer's and dementia patients. medication reminders meal preparations doctor's appointments light house cleaning.
I have worked with hoyer lifts. I can help with...
Charlene can also help with: Dementia, respite care, personal care, hospice services, live-in home care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I am a caregiver for a gentleman whose family lives north. I over see multiple women to take care of this gentleman, and I hired Charlene to be on my team. I found her to be punctual, kind, and caring. I was sorry to see her go, for personal reasons of the family....
Maria H.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Responsible Medical Assistant & Private Home Caregiver who thrives delivering compassionate care. Ability to connect with clients and work collaboratively with care teams if needed. Experienced in both private physician and home health settings. Ensure clients dietary, exercise, medical and care routine are followed. Background...
Kristal can also help with: Errands, dementia, companionship, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Such a sweet and dependable young woman, gave my elderly aunt love and care when she lived on her own. Would highly recommend Kristal!"
Katherine M.
I am an amazing chef, caregiver, listener, and friend.
Prior experiences working with Alzheimer and dementia patients, as well as end of life patients.
I love what I do because it helps and gives me what I am best at, caring for others.
Aside from this app I have full background and certifications on paper
Estela can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, live-in home care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
Hello, name is Vanessa and I am an experienced senior care caregiver. I am kind, patient and would love to assist your family with their daily care needs.
Vanessa can also help with: Mobility assistance, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, meal prep, errands & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Honest, reliable, caring, very loyal, experienced, very flexible. I believe, together we can do the impossible.
Edelvays can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, dementia, personal care, respite care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
I have been hospice caring for a bedridden aunt for the last 8 months. Also my father in Law had been in congestive heart failure for the last year. Both have recently passed. I have several years of caregiving and respite work. I'm a Cook and homemaker. Have my own transportation and have a lot of patience.
Donna can also help with: Live-in home care, companionship, hospice services, errands, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Terri R.
North Port, FL
$30/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Terri and I moved back to Florida 2. 5 summers ago to be closer to my daughter, whom moved back to settle in and pursue her nursing career. I am extremely flexible with my schedule. I have 10 years of experience caring for the elderly and can help with Transportation Services, Errands/Shopping, light...
Terri can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, personal care, errands, respite care
Skills:
CNA
My name is Susan. I am seeking a caregiver/companion position. I live in North Port, Florida I have been a private caregiver since 2006. My most recent caregiving position was for a woman in Sarasota. I am certified in Alzheimer's care, medication assistance, CPR, first aid mobility issues and all basic care. I am honest, kind,...
Susan can also help with: Respite care, light cleaning, personal care, mobility assistance, errands, companionship & more
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Helene and I have been a caregiver for all of my adult life. I have owned a daycare as well as working for many years as a traveling healthcare worker in nursing homes, hospitals and in private homes. Owner of Florida, Georgia and Ohio agencies providing supportive services in home and community based. We serve...
Helene can also help with: Respite care, personal care, live-in home care, hospice services, dementia
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
CPR
My name is Wanta , I've been working as a caregiver for about 12 years. I just graduated as an RN/associate degree of nursing. I'm a very passionate, caring person who like to help or taking care of others.
Wanta can also help with: Dementia, personal care, hospice services, meal prep, live-in home care, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
With over 15 years of experience in private care, with most conditions, I pride my self in providing the utmost care for your loved ones. I love what I do and I love taking care of loved ones as if they were my own. If given the opportunity to interview I ensure you that you will see that I am the best fit for your loved one....
Dusanka can also help with: Dementia, respite care, personal care, visiting nurse, hospice services
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
I have always had a passion for helping others. I want to make a difference in the lives of those who can benefit from my help. I am currently in my senior year of college. I have worked in the emergency room of my local hospital. This has allowed me to meet a wide range of people and also learn to work around any spontaneous...
Ashley can also help with: Live-in home care, errands, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, meal prep & more
Andrian B.
North Port, FL
$37/hr • 10 yrs exp
Mature, Experienced Caregiver Available Full Or Part Time
It has been my pleasure to work with older clients and their families. My goal is to improve my clients quality of life by providing kind, professional, compassionate care. My previous clients have faced a number of challenges. I have provided services for elderly clients with both physical and mental limitations. I am proud to...
Andrian can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, home modification, personal care, respite care, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
My job will be to provide personal care which is an important daily need for a senior citizens/ people with disabilities, that may need assistance with bathing, dressing and other tasks, if necessary.
I can provide babysitting services too
Rowena can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, errands, companionship, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
I am a happy, uplifting senior caregiver who can: sort medicine into daily doses; watch to make sure medicine is taken; provide medicine schedule template: prepare simple meals; clean bed sheets and bath linens; keep an eye on home safety; communicate with family and be a caring companion.
Barbie can also help with: Respite care, meal prep, errands, transportation, light cleaning
I am 60 years old. I came down here to take care of my mom, she had broken her hip. I was here for 5 years and in 2010 she had passed away. I miss her terribly. While I was taking care of her, I also worked as a residential aide. I have been looking for a caregiver job and I do enjoy taking care of people. I feel very good when...
Bonnie can also help with: Dementia, personal care
My experience in caregiving has always been personal. I took care of my grandparents for approximately 10 years in Michigan. They both passed away in 2012 at the ages of 92 and 93. I had hospice assistance with both of them at the end. Recently, I had my father in home with hospice and he passed away at the age of 71.
I enjoy...
Becky can also help with: Personal care
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Recent caregiver reviews in Punta Gorda, FL
Klaudia L.
5.0
Klaudia currently assists me taking care of my 92 year old Aunt in her home. My aunt has dementia and can no longer live alone. She handles all that is thrown at her during the day, meds, meal prep, house cleaning, companionship, errands, crafts and puzzles and just making my aunt's day special....
- Cheryl L.
Karen C.
5.0
Karen was a Caregiver for my mother in law for a few years on a part time basis. She's very smart, knowledgeable and has an extensive medical background. She's patient, caring and personable. She always goes up and beyond whats expected of her and is very organized. She had created a medication...
- Jane C.
Viorica A.
5.0
She has the best qualities as a nurse
Hard working, organized, honest, great team work
- Care member
Charlene W.
5.0
Charlene was a blessing to our family. She provided excellent care to my mom who suffered with chronic (AFIB, COPD, CHF) diseases. Charlene is professional, knowledgeable, experienced, kind and compassionate and went far above her typical responsibilities of medication management, Hoyer lift,...
- Richard P.
Kristal P.
5.0
Such a sweet and dependable young woman, gave my elderly aunt love and care when she lived on her own. Would highly recommend Kristal!
- Katherine 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 $18.59 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.