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60 caregivers are listed in Santa Cruz, CA
The average rate is $23/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby caregivers is 4 years
Caregivers in Santa Cruz, CA
Sarah B.
Santa Cruz, CA
$30-45/hr • 6 yrs exp
Dependable Kind & Compassionate Companion Caregiver Available To Monterey & Santa Cruz Counties
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been a Senior Caregiver providing companionship, compassionate care, and emotional support for over 6 years. I love the friendships & connections I get to make and the satisfaction of truly helping another person live safely at home with independence and dignity. My goal is to come alongside my clients and provide...
Sarah can also help with: Companionship, errands, personal care, light cleaning, meal prep, transportation & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Anybody would be lucky to have Sarah as a caregiver/helper. She’s capable, punctual, smart, flexible, able to fill whatever needs you may have. She’s a lovely person. I highly recommend her!!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Lauren, I am the owner of LBz Special Helperz, a multi-services company offering non-medical home care, cleaning/laundry services, personal shopper assistance, meal prep/catering & home/office organization. I'm an experienced caregiver with 15 years of experience caring for the elderly and disabled. I also have...
Lauren can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, errands, light cleaning, mobility assistance, hospice services & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
CNA
Destiny G.
Santa Cruz, CA
$14-26/hr • 10 yrs exp
Private Caregiver Looking For Overnight Shifts For Weeknights!
Hello!
I've been a private caregiver for 12 years now.
I am very well with safe transfers, medication administration, meal prepping among a whole array of other skills.
I'm very nice and sweet, I treat everyone I care for as if they were my own grandparents. I look forward to talking to any of you who are interested in me!
I'd...
Destiny can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, home modification, errands, meal prep, dementia & more
In addition to having many years of experience as a caregiver, I am a certified massage therapist and enthusiastic about providing support for clients who are rehabilitating.
This could be through use of massage in sessions and/or supporting you with your physical therapy exercises. I am able to work with and observe clients in...
Harry can also help with: Hospice services, personal care, specialized care, dementia, respite care, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
CNA
I am a caring individual who enjoys helping people. Please contact me for more information. Thank you.
Elsa can also help with: Errands, transportation, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, respite care & more
I'd describe my personality as honest
Friendly and happy person
I like caring for seniors because there's not enough caregivers and also I love help others.
I'm looking for a job that make me grow up my experience
I started caring for seniors when my mom's best friend got sick and I used to take care of her.
In my spare...
Josefina can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, errands, hospice services, companionship & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Home Health Aide
Hello, my name is Nyah! I am CPR/AED/First Aid certified and I have spent the last 4 years as a full time caregiver. I am a very loving, gentle, and warm person and I am currently looking for a position caring for someone that I can really bond with.
I have experience caring for adults on the autism spectrum and elderly care....
Nyah can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning, respite care, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
I would love to help you and/or your loved one with meal prep, laundry, groceries or bathing! My brother has a disability, so I spent my whole life providing care for him, and it has been so fulfilling for me. I would love to do the same for your family!
Emma can also help with: Errands, meal prep
Vigilant S.
Santa Cruz, CA
$16-21/hr
Empathetic Companion And Caregiver: Enhancing Lives Through Genuine Connections.
Experienced companion for seniors, offering genuine companionship and support. I've spent meaningful time engaging with elderly individuals, fostering connections through conversation, games, and outings. Skilled in providing emotional support and assistance with daily tasks. Committed to enhancing the overall well-being of your...
Vigilant can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, transportation, errands
I am Jessica G., a Biology and Theatre Arts student at UCSC who genuinely likes hanging out with senior folks. I worked at a retirement home here in Santa Cruz for over year, and I am currently an intern with Sports Medicine on campus. I am first aid certified by the Red Cross and am very caring, passionate and creative, with...
Jessica can also help with: Dementia, personal care
Hi there!
I am a recent graduate of physician assistant school (medical provider, "PA-C")
I am looking for seasonal work (up to ~30hrs a week) before I move onto my PA career. I am certified in: physician assistant, CPR, BLS, ACLS.
I have 6+ years of experience in adult medicine between: emergency rooms, Urgent Care,...
Celina can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, light cleaning, errands
Skills:
CNA
Hello, my name is Lauren. I am 30 years old!
Currently, I am a Stay At Home Mom to my 6-year-old son and 3-year-old daughter. My son is in school M-F(except for summer). I am looking for work where I can bring my kiddos along as well!
Before being a SAHM I worked at a private school where I was the Administrative Assistant. I...
Lauren can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning
Rachel S.
Santa Cruz, CA
$16-21/hr
I'm very passionate in the caregiving field to me it's much more than caregiving itself. I've had 16 years experience providing a variety of support to people in the special needs community of all ages this includes assisting seniors.
My skills include, budgeting, medication, hygiene, bathing, transportation, community...
Rachel can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, transportation, errands
I shared the care of our elderly parents including mom with dementia up until their passing during Covid-19. Before that my caregiving was extensive with children and babies, also animals.
Sheila can also help with: Light cleaning, respite care, meal prep, dementia, errands, transportation & more
Susannah M.
Santa Cruz, CA
$16-21/hr • 2 yrs exp
At the moment I am a nanny one day a week for a 1-year-old girl. I have previous experience working as a caregiver for a dementia patient. I have 9 and 17-year-old girls.
Susannah can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, light cleaning, errands
Trina-lynne B.
Santa Cruz, CA
$16-21/hr • 2 yrs exp
With over a decade of experience in senior care, I bring a wealth of knowledge and compassion to every individual I have the privilege of assisting. My journey into caregiving began years ago, sparked by a deep desire to make a meaningful difference in the lives of seniors. Each day, I approach my work with a genuine enthusiasm,...
Trina-lynne can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been a caregiver from 2012 to current.
I do it all. Memory Care Specialist.
I care for my client with patience and treat him or her with dignity. I am a Registered Caregiver with the State Of California.
I do the cleaning for my client or clients home to make sure that it is done throughout.
If my client or clients...
Donna can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, companionship, meal prep, errands, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Home Health Aide
I have had the honor and privilege of caring for multiple family members that had cancer, chronic back issues and dementia. I would like to combine my personal training certification and my desire to keep seniors active. I can relieve the daily caregiver during their break and take your senior for walks or help implement...
Julianne can also help with: Dementia, companionship
Skills:
CPR
I have over 15 years experience caring for others. I was born and raised in medicine, giving me the experience and knowledge to assist others with their needs ranging from cooking, bathing/dressing and companionship. I am kind, patient and love helping others.
Jennifer can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep
Lisa C.
Santa Cruz, CA
$25-30/hr
Hello, I am a long term resident of Santa Cruz with experience caring for the elderly. I can help with light housekeeping, errands and give companionship. Thank you and I look forward to hearing from you!
Lisa can also help with: Respite care, companionship
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Santa Cruz, CA
What caregiver services can I find near me in Santa Cruz, CA?
Most private senior caregiver services in Santa Cruz, CA 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 Santa Cruz.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Santa Cruz, CA in 2024?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Santa Cruz, CA on Care.com as of May, 2024 is $23.26 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 Santa Cruz, CA?
There are currently 27 caregivers in Santa Cruz, CA on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Santa Cruz, CA 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 Santa Cruz before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Santa Cruz, CA background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Santa Cruz, CA 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.