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60 caregivers are listed in Santa Cruz, CA
The average posted rate is $24/hr as of September 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: Personal care, meal prep, transportation, light cleaning, errands, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I was involved with with the caregiving when Sarah joined our team. She proved to be a superior
Team member. She understands the needs of the elderly and is quick to discern a need and acts on it. She is compassionate, diligent, punctual,
and honest. And very...
Care member
5.0
(1)
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...
Donna can also help with: Meal prep, mobility assistance, dementia, light cleaning, errands, companionship & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Donna provided companionship for my 94 year old mother. She keep her busy playing cards, heated up her dinners, did her laundry, and enjoyed watching the Hallmark Channel with her. My mother looked forward to having a friend like Donna to share the evenings with...
Dianne R.
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: Errands, hospice services, meal prep, companionship, mobility assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
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: Dementia, home modification, transportation, light cleaning, errands, meal prep & 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: Mobility assistance, hospice services, specialized care, respite care, personal care, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
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: Dementia, errands, meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning, respite care & 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
Tiffany K.
Santa Cruz, CA
$30-45/hr • 3 yrs exp
"Compassionate And Experienced Senior Caregiver In Terminal Illness And Chronic Condition Management
Compassionate and Experienced Senior Caregiver
I provide comprehensive care for patients with terminal illnesses, chronic conditions, and complex medical needs. Skilled in daily care routines, administering medications, coordinating medical appointments, and offering emotional support.
Cancer Care: Managed care from diagnosis...
Tiffany can also help with: Mobility assistance, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, personal care & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
Hello! My name is Elizaveta and I had previous experience caring of elder people. One person was 105 years young when I was working with her and we had a great time together. Another lady is 96 and I was helping her to recover after her hip surgery. And few other people that I helped, but I can tell you about everything when we...
Elizaveta can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, transportation, errands, meal prep
I have experience in 10+ years of nannying which also included care for a mother with terminal cancer so I'm skilled in caring for those with extra care needs. I'm adept at meal prep and preparing food easily digestible for seniors and knowledgeable of allergies and how to navigate while cooking. I am a perfectionist and clean...
Kalie can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, transportation, 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: Light cleaning, meal prep, transportation, errands
I am a compassionate, caring and positive person who has 10+ years of experience working with seniors, children, pets and people recovering from illness or injury. I am easy to talk to and love hearing peoples stories. I'm available for help around the house, personal care, organizing, light, housekeeping, gardening, pet care...
Whitney can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, home modification, light cleaning, errands, dementia & more
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: Transportation, meal prep, errands, light cleaning
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: Transportation, errands, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep
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: Meal prep, transportation, 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: Meal prep, light cleaning, live-in home care, dementia
Beatriz E.
Santa Cruz, CA
$16-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Available For Companionship, Part Time Or Full Time.Night Shift Only
I have strong caregiving background since 2010. 2 years with my CNA license and an active BLS certification.
My profesional experience with different employers has provided me with a strong expertise in.
personal care assistant such as bathing, dressing and grooming
meal preparation
companionship
medication management...
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Aloha. I've been a caregiver many years, now. I got my start when my late husband became ill with terminal cancer, and since, have found I have an affinity for it.
As some examples of my experience, I have worked with a quadriplegic male, a woman both pre- and post-op with double hip replacement surgery, a man that was injured...
Sherri can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, dementia, live-in home care, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
Ava H.
Santa Cruz, CA
$19-25/hr
I live with my grandmother who has dementia and Alzheimer's disease, she has been living with us for about 2 years now and we are her full time caregivers. I also have a mom who used to work in a nursing home so I practically grew up in one. I am certified in CPR, life threatening bleeding certification, and the Heimlich. I love...
Ava can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, light cleaning, errands, dementia
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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 September, 2024 is $24.15 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.