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60 caregivers are listed in Walkersville, MD
The average rate is $22/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby caregivers is 6 years
Caregivers in Walkersville, MD
5.0
(8)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I worked for Home Instead Senior Care from June of 2019, until December of 2020. I've also worked in 2 nursing homes in the past. Once as an activity assistant and then as a receptionist . I loved both of those positions because I got to spend time with the residents and get to know them on a personal level. Care giving is my...
Cynthia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, errands, dementia, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Caring, responsible person who is hard working and dependable "
Care member
Background:
-Certified CNA/GNA
-Certified Phlebotomist
-Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) at Carriage Hill (2000-2006)
-CNA at North Hampton (2001-2008)
-CNA at Frederick Memorial Hospital (2009-2017)
-Home Healthcare (2000-present)
Services:
- Assist in ADL (Active Daily Living) of patients
- Bathe and clothe patients
- assist...
Theresa can also help with: Errands, meal prep, mobility assistance, live-in home care, companionship, personal care & more
Joanne W.
Walkersville, MD
$18/hr • 3 yrs exp
Compassionate-Empathetic-Kind-Trained In LTC And Dementia
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am an experienced caregiver seeking the opportunity to assist a family in caring for an elderly family member in a kind, caring, professional, and compassionate manner.
Joanne can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, errands, companionship, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
4.8
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I provide direct non-medical care and services to senior adults and those with limitations. I have considerable care giving experience. I am experienced in bathing, dressing, meal prep, Hoyer lifts and transfers. I have experience with Alzheimer's, ostomy care, bedside care during Hospice and note taking during doctors appts. I...
Sharon can also help with: Hospice services, errands, companionship, light cleaning, dementia, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Once my dad could no longer live at home with my mom, our family was on a rotating schedule to care for my mom four times a day. Sharon's flexibility to take shifts was a god send for us! She worked with me on a monthly basis to coordinate a calendar that we...
Jenny T.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 5 years of experience offering Companion service for elderly individuals through a private care-giving agency in Frederick. I retired from Frederick Hospital after 32 years. I have prior EMT certification and current CPR certification. Individual services that I have provided include meal preparation, bathing/dressing,...
Brenda can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, personal care, errands
5.0
"Brenda is a wonderful caregiver. She's been a great help and has an excellent skill-set. She is very reliable and can count on her help and support. Would hire her again."
Julian D.
Visalina U.
Frederick, MD
$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Kind hearted caregiver with 20 years of experience, reliable, good communicator, empathetic, providing exceptional patient care within their homes, patience, friendly attitude, capacity to establish rapport to patient and loved ones
I'd describe my personality as passionate, kind, responsible
I like caring for seniors because...
Visalina can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, personal care, errands
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
5.0
"I have known Visalina U since she cared for the husband of my friend through a long illness. Since then, for the past several years she has been caring for my friend and has been doing a beautiful job. From my personal observations, she has been loyal, competent...
Care member
5.0
(2)
I have been working in the healthcare field for over a decade with private care, in home care, assisted living, memory care and skilled nursing homes. I have been a caregiver, an activities assistant, a life enrichment director and lastly as the director of memory care. I am well experienced in cares, ADLs, life enrichment and...
Nichelle can also help with: Home modification, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
5.0
"She is very compassionate, friendly and just a pleasant person to be around!! "
Karen T.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have more than 14 years of experience in care giving (home health aide). As part of my duties, I provide assistance in home, and perform activities like bathing, light cleaning, meal prep, and medication reminders, and companion care.
Also as part of my experiences, I also assist:
- with personal care and hygiene
-provide...
Garmia can also help with: Hospice services, personal care, live-in home care
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Denise C.
Frederick, MD
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Compassionate, Energetic And Efficient Home Health Aide Available Full-time!
5.0
(1)
Hello, I m Denise. I have been taking care of seniors part time for the past five years. I cared for my own grandma the last 2 years of her life. She was 91 with dementia and needed assistance with walking, bathing, eating, bathroom and diapers. She also needed companionship and I really enjoyed our time together. I realized...
5.0
"Denise will always try her hardest to do what's right. She treats her patients with dignity and creates a positive living experience. She worked for my family for several years and is a much loved friend of the family!"
Kate H.
Maiella B.
Frederick, MD
$17-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Compassionate And Caring Caregiver With Social Services Experience
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have extensive training and experience (4 years) working with older adults with Dementia and Alzheimer's diseases. My background is in long term care (nursing home) social services with a focus on this unique population. What I enjoy most about working with older adults is getting to know their legacy. I have completed...
Maiella can also help with: Dementia
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Maiella did a great job taking care of my 63 year old brother. He has dementia and can be challenging. My family was impressed with the initiative Maiella took in finding activities for him. Most impressive was the fact that she stuck with it even during the times...
Hal J.
5.0
(12)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am passionate caregiver with more than 20 years of experience in providing care for disabled patients, seniors with Alzheimer's and Dementia and special needs children. My passion is providing care to those who can no longer care for themselves. I am accustomed to working in a high-pressure environment where attention to...
Kellie can also help with: Dementia, respite care, personal care, hospice services, live-in home care, home modification & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Kellie is a superb caregiver: skilled, compassionate, funny, and totally dependable. She became one of the family, and she brightened up Jim's and my days until he died last weekend after six months. She spent 70 hours a week with us, and we missed her every time...
Martha K.
5.0
(5)
Hello! My name is Alice M. I am dependable, patient, loving, organized, detailed, trustworthy person with 14 yrs experience.
My parents were great role models, as they cared for their parents at our home. That is how I became passionate to care for those in need. I always felt it was a great honor to be trusted with someone's...
Alice can also help with: Dementia, personal care
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
5.0
"Alice has taken care of my elderly mother-in-law for more than a year. We were very happy with Alice and my mother-in-law thrived under her care. Alice is a very special person. She is warm, loving and fun and, at the same time, extraordinarily well-organized,...
Sarah D.
5.0
(12)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm a compassionate person who loves working with the patience I serve. I am attentive and caring I'm very respectful of the needs of those I help. I have over 12 years of experience and am blessed to have created relationships with the families of the patients I've worked with. I cherish the recommendations of family...
Vivian can also help with: Dementia, respite care, personal care
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
5.0
"I am writing this letter to wholeheartedly recommend Vivia as an exceptional caregiver for my mother, who has faced the daunting challenges of recovering from a stroke in 2018. Vivian's unwavering dedication and outstanding care have been nothing short of...
Care member
4.0
(8)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a Certified Nurse Assistant and Companion Care with 10 years of practice in the field (with references) I truly enjoy providing companionship, education and caring with dignity in a peaceful but also fun environment.
I like to advocate for all my patients , and get to know the person and not just the diagnosis. Knowing...
Fatima can also help with: Home modification, light cleaning, errands, companionship, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Fatima has been a lifesaver! When my mom's surgery recovery wasn't going as well as expected, we needed to bring in someone to help with a number of things. Fatima was quick to respond and help support our family. She has been such a help to my mom, and so...
Megan M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm a certified CNA/GNA. After graduation in 2012 I worked as a GNA (Geriatric Nursing Assistant) for many years. For over 10 years I have been caring for seniors so they may remain in their home. I'm a very compassionate, caring, and a creative person. I'm CPR trained through the Red Cross and have assisted a team of hospice...
Roxanne can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Roxanne was an amazing caregiver to our 85 year old mother who suffered from late stage Alzheimer's. She was a wonderful part of our care-giving team. She treated our mother like her own and handled her with loving care. Her kindness, professionalism, and...
Regina G.
Professional Summary
Reliable Private Duty Caregiver who is very knowledgeable on handling a variety of emergency situations. Adept at meal preparation assisting in the maintenance of a household and developing a strong rapport with a client. Specializes in elderly and special needs patients.
Core Qualifications
Medication Tech...
Hillary can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
I have been a caregiver since 2006, I truly enjoy helping others live the lives they want and deserve, I can help with OT, PT, Bathing, Dressing, Cooking , Feeding & Cleaning, I can take you to appointments, grocery, movies and other fun things. I am a non smoker, loves animals and have 3 grandchildren. I treat all my customers...
Jenny can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, personal care, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
I am a compassionate caregiver with extensive experience supporting seniors' independence, managing daily needs, and fostering emotional connections. Skilled in medication management, personal care, and creating engaging activities. Dedicated to enhancing their quality of life with empathy and respect.
Baridakara can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, live-in home care
Hello, I have personal caregiving experience for 1 year and enjoy helping the senior community. Please ask me any questions, thank you
Briscel can also help with: Transportation, errands, light cleaning, meal prep
I'd describe my personality as outgoing caring and empathetic
I like caring for seniors because I enjoy ensuring that clients are receiving the care I would want for my family
I'm looking for a job that allows me to grow and improve my skills as a caregiver
I started caring for seniors officially in 2018, however along...
Yolanda can also help with: Home modification, dementia, meal prep, hospice services
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Recent caregiver reviews in Walkersville, MD
Cynthia C.
5.0
She was a very wonderful caregiver for our Aunt. Reliable and on time,. Cindy went above and beyond
just doing her job. She became a good friend to our Aunt. She would think of fun projects to do with her all the time. She also took care of her needs physical needs very well. I would highly...
- Care member
Sharon B.
5.0
Sharon has been providing care to my husband since January 2018. She is extremely dependable and adaptable to every situation. As my husband's illness has progressed, Sharon has been willing to learn how continue to support his needs. She can now use a hoyer lift, manage ostomy pouches, and provided...
- Mary R.
Brenda R.
5.0
Brenda is a wonderful caregiver. She's been a great help and has an excellent skill-set. She is very reliable and can count on her help and support. Would hire her again.
- Julian D.
Visalina U.
5.0
I have known Visalina U since she cared for the husband of my friend through a long illness. Since then, for the past several years she has been caring for my friend and has been doing a beautiful job. From my personal observations, she has been loyal, competent and reliable.
- Care member
Nichelle M.
5.0
She is very compassionate, friendly and just a pleasant person to be around!!
- Karen T.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Walkersville, MD
What caregiver services can I find near me in Walkersville, MD?
Most private senior caregiver services in Walkersville, MD 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 Walkersville.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Walkersville, MD in 2024?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Walkersville, MD on Care.com as of May, 2024 is $22.00 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 Walkersville, MD?
There are currently 3 caregivers in Walkersville, MD on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Walkersville, MD 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 Walkersville before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Walkersville, MD background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Walkersville, MD 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 Walkersville, MD caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Caregivers in Walkersville, MD are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 60 listed caregivers.