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42 caregivers are listed in Smyrna, DE
The average rate is $17/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby caregivers is 6 years
Caregivers in Smyrna, DE
Cleo H.
Smyrna, DE
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Home Health Aide, Full And Part-Time, Housekeeping, Child Care, Babysitting
3.7
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I provide personal care, housekeeping, errands, and meal prep. I have over 25 years of experience as a caregiver and can provide references from past and current clients.
Cleo can also help with: Dementia, errands, hospice services, light cleaning, companionship, home modification & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Cleo helped me immediately with my 90+ year old grandmother who was struggling with a shingles outbreak. Shingles can be crippling at this age and Cleo came in and helped my grandmother with bathing, feeding, mobility, practically everything in an overwhelmingly...
Luis M.
I'm a university graduate who is passionate about offering health care to Seniors. I'm patient, empathetic and professional in everything that I do
Sicath can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, hospice services, live-in home care, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
Okyia C.
Smyrna, DE
$16-18/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello!! I been caregiving going on 2 years now! I do have a day time job and scheduling is flexible! I am open to help in any way possible! I will do overnights, please feel free to contact me!
Okyia can also help with: Meal prep, errands, dementia, light cleaning, mobility assistance, companionship & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"I enjoyed having her visit. she is very good with going above and beyond what needs to be done & always has a positive attitude while doing it. she demonstrates very strong understanding of one’s individual needs & very understanding when listening to anyone’s...
Care member
Amohja P.
Smyrna, DE
$17-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have over 32 years experience working with senior& special needs. I am retiring from the state in human services & looking for some meaningful work preferably under the table. I also took care of my mother until her passing in feb 2019. I understand how difficult this can b for a family and I could have benefited from some...
Amohja can also help with: Personal care, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, errands & more
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Dawn! I am a patient, compassionate, mature lady with a background in Occupational Therapy (I am a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant licensed in Delaware) I am also a Certified Living in Place Professional.
I'm fully vaccinated and boosted. I am certified in Basic Life Support and CPR.
I have many years of...
Dawn can also help with: Errands, mobility assistance, dementia, companionship, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
" She is very reliable and very driven "
Ralph S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi,
I have been a Home Caregiver for elderly clients for over two years. I have provided
companionship, medication management, mobility assistance, bathing and dressing assistance, food preparation, transportation, physical therapy, light housekeeping/laundry, organizing and decluttering, help with contacting medical offices...
Deborah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, errands, mobility assistance, dementia & more
5.0
"Deborah is caring, conscientious, trustworthy and responsible. She is a wonderful communicator. Can't say enough good things about her!!"
Anna E.
4.7
(9)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have 10+ years of experience in elderly care and am compassionate about my work because of the joy I derive from caring the elderly and vulnerable. Being calm and patient by nature, helps me handle difficult situations e. g. dementia, Alzheimer/sundown conditions.
I have a lot of experience in providing daily care(ADL)...
Adelaide can also help with: Errands, hospice services, light cleaning, companionship, live-in home care, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"I highly recommend Adelaide. She was my mother's caregiver for 7 months providing her the best possible care that she could have had, despite my mother not being the easiest personality. Adelaide was an asset to my parents' household. She helped my father with...
Care member
I cared for my grandmother who had Dementia on a full-time basis and I have also assisted part-time with someone who has CP and someone with multiple psychological and physical tendencies. I have a diverse background in care-giving and in general I am a very compassionate and loyal person.
Stacey can also help with: Dementia, errands, companionship, home modification, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:
CPR
Hello,
I've had a lot of experience with cooking/meal prepping, cleaning, transporting, and companionship. I'm a loyal caregiver willing to come into your home and help out. I'm very flexible with my schedule and I'd be happy to assist in any way.
Tiria can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, errands, meal prep, dementia, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
Home Health Aide
I truly love being around senior citizens. My best attribute is that I am patient and caring. I am a very patient and compassionate person. I treat everyone with the respect and reverence that they deserve. I have years of experience in senior companionship.
Dawn can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, respite care, home modification
Sherianne B.
Dover, DE
$16-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have worked with seniors for over 15 years between working as a Caseworker for Meals on Wheels, Caregiving, and as an NREMT-B
Sherianne can also help with: Light cleaning, mobility assistance, companionship, dementia, meal prep, errands & more
Hi, I'm Cori, I have 20 plus years as a caregiver . I've worked in nursing homes and home health care. My experience ranges from teenagers to elderly . I worked with Alzheimer's patients as well as special needs children.
Cori can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, hospice services, mobility assistance, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Alicia B.
Dover, DE
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Kind And Caring Will Give You A Break Or Run Errands For You
I have been teaching for 24 years and have worked as a community aide while in college and during my first 8 years of teaching. With children and adolescents of all ages with disabilities, I provide respite care and companionship for adults and seniors for periods of time.
Schedule wise, I am currently available for pet...
Alicia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, personal care, companionship, respite care, dementia & more
Alisa G.
Dover, DE
$14-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hello! I have been providing elderly care assistance for 7 years now. I have a heart for caring, serving, and meeting unmet needs of families and the elderly. Giving people the care and attention they need is very important to me.
Alisa can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, errands, dementia, meal prep, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
I have always loved working with Seniors. I have several years of professional experience as well as personal experience assisting seniors. I am a very caring, patient and empathetic caregiver who will do my very best to meet the needs of my client, ensure they are well taken care of and happy, and put their family at ease...
Heidi can also help with: Errands, dementia, light cleaning, personal care, meal prep, live-in home care & more
Charles S.
Dover, DE
$14-19/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi there I'm Charles , a compassionate and reliable Home Care Professional committed to providing exceptional support to individuals in the comfort of their own homes. With 2 years of experience, I bring a blend of empathy, patience, and practical skills to ensure the well-being and independence of my clients.
My approach is...
Charles can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, dementia, home modification, meal prep, transportation & more
Terri A.
Townsend, DE
$38/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as warm, empathetic, and attentive
Last year we moved my brother into my home so that I could take care of him at the end of his life. Each day had so much purpose in being able to help someone who was so vulnerable. At the same time, I learned a lot about navigating the healthcare, caregiving, and...
Terri can also help with: Companionship, respite care, transportation
Hi my name is Quamerah and I'm a certified nursing assistant with over 10+ years of experience caring for children, adults and seniors. I'm passionate about providing excellent care and companionship to those who need it.
Quamerah can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, errands, live-in home care, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
CPR
I have been working as a caregiver for more than 10 years. I am a very patient, loving, reliable, and caring caregiver.
Nadege can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, hospice services, respite care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
Alicia C.
Dover, DE
$25-40/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Alicia, I'm very patient person responsible and flexible I have 5 years of experience working as caregivers for adults and more then 10 years working with kids
Alicia can also help with: Errands, meal prep, respite care, dementia, light cleaning, transportation & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
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Recent caregiver reviews in Smyrna, DE
Cleo H.
5.0
Cleo is a very dedicated care provider. Caregiving is definitely her calling. She is attentive and has great bedside manners. Cleo definitely exceeded my expectations and I will admit that they were high, but only bc I knew I would pay well for service. She was referred to me by a long-time family...
- Care member
Okyia C.
5.0
I enjoyed having her visit. she is very good with going above and beyond what needs to be done & always has a positive attitude while doing it. she demonstrates very strong understanding of one’s individual needs & very understanding when listening to anyone’s feelings & things they want to achieve,...
- Care member
Dawn P.
5.0
She is very reliable and very driven
- Ralph S.
Deborah T.
5.0
Deborah is caring, conscientious, trustworthy and responsible. She is a wonderful communicator. Can't say enough good things about her!!
- Anna E.
Adelaide A.
5.0
I highly recommend Adelaide. She was my mother's caregiver for 7 months providing her the best possible care that she could have had, despite my mother not being the easiest personality. Adelaide was an asset to my parents' household. She helped my father with housekeeping and phone calls and...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Smyrna, DE
What caregiver services can I find near me in Smyrna, DE?
Most private senior caregiver services in Smyrna, DE 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 Smyrna.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Smyrna, DE in 2024?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Smyrna, DE on Care.com as of May, 2024 is $17.25 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 Smyrna, DE?
There are currently 4 caregivers in Smyrna, DE on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Smyrna, DE 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 Smyrna before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Smyrna, DE background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Smyrna, DE 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.