I'd describe my personality as empathetic, patient and humble.
I like caring for seniors because I get to treat them like they are my family, with love. It gives me a sense of purpose.
I started caring for seniors when I started taking care of my grandfather one summer. He had Alzheimer's and dementia.... I did everything for...
Lorraine can also help with: Companionship, mobility assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia
Been a PCA for 17 years. Cared for Alzheimer s, MS, intellectual disabled adults and people on hospice care for the whole 17 years. I have worked in assisted living facilities as a med-tech, nursing homes and hospitals as a NA for the first 4 years and the past 13 years as an in home caregiver. I am available...
Tiffany can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, personal care, hospice services
I've provided companion and personal care to seniors including working previously as a CNA. I assisted with walking, performing light housekeeping, laundry, preparing meals, assisting with bathing, medication reminders, and other activies of daily living. I am passionate about what I do because I love helping people and being...
Jessica can also help with: Errands, live-in home care, transportation, light cleaning, personal care, meal prep & more
Companion Care available. 25+ years of experience caring for seniors. I love all animals. I enjoy walking, gardening, puzzles, woodworking, painting, or just hanging out and talking. Willing to do light house cleaning, assist with food prep and everyday things. I have been Covid vaccinated and boosted, and I am also flu...
Tracy can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services to appointments, Errands/Shopping, in home light meal prep, light housekeeping, medications, bathing, dressing. Have also worked with hospice. Pets okay. References available.
Rebecca can also help with: Meal prep, errands, personal care, light cleaning
I work with seniors because it's a very rewarding experience for me! I have many years of experience sitting and assisting seniors. I have cared for seniors with dementia, to bedridden, to wheel chairs to seniors who are mobile, and need errands ran, or chores done to help around their home. I don't look at this as a job, it's a...
Lauren can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, live-in home care, light cleaning, errands, dementia & more
I have been caring for seniors, including those with dementia/alzheimers for almost a decade and enjoy being of service! It is important to me that clients and their families are met with joy, patience and respect at all times. Additional areas of experience include working with paralysis and stroke patients, cancer and other...
Meghan can also help with: Respite care, meal prep, hospice services, errands, dementia, light cleaning & more
I have been working as a CNA for about 13 years. I worked in several different settings from working at the hospital, nursing home, private care, and hospice. I love taking care of people and really connecting with them. I am comfortable doing everything from personal care, food preparation, house cleaning, laundry, and errands....
Danielle can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, respite care, dementia, light cleaning, errands & more
For the past seven years, I have worked as a caregiver/companion for the elderly. My clients include those who have had strokes or major illnesses that have prevented them from taking care of their daily needs. Tasks include light housekeeping, running errands, taking clients to doctor's appointments, light cooking, and...
Jean can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, errands, light cleaning
I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Medical Management meals light housekeeping and I am patient caring understanding loving a good listener and converser enjoy the company of seniors (I am one); I was my mother's caregiver (she had stroke dementia)
Judy can also help with: Dementia, personal care, meal prep, errands, light cleaning
I ran my own home day care, for 5 years and when I'm the work force working for Carlion clinic many dept from laundry and linen housekeeping and the kitchen
I retired after 10 years and went back to work on Carlion as a sitter for safety and suicide. Now I am looking for a more personal job in care giving and companion
Barbara can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, respite care
I am a CNA with a passion for geriatric care and helping people living with Dementia/Alzheimer's live to their highest potential. I left behind the bigger healthcare setting to pursue one-on-one care with geriatric patients and their families. I employ a patient-focused approach, keep clear and concise documentation of care, and...
Princess Hannah can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning, companionship, errands & more
Experience with seniors in companion and personal care assistance. In home care with ADLs including bathing, dressing, meals. I was also a caregiver to a family member with vascular dementia for 5 years. I love doing activities like music, baking, and gardening with them.
Clare can also help with: Transportation, dementia, errands, light cleaning, meal prep
Full Disclosure: I claim no certification. I am not a registered nurse nor am I a formally trained Personal Care Attendant. I intend to pursue legitimate credentials in the near future.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Troutville, VA
What caregiver services can I find near me in Troutville, VA?
Most private senior caregiver services in Troutville, VA 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 Troutville.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Troutville, VA in 2024?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Troutville, VA on Care.com as of June, 2024 is $15.00 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 Troutville, VA?
There are currently 1 caregivers in Troutville, VA on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Troutville, VA 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 Troutville before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Troutville, VA background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Troutville, VA 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.