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I have been taking care of the elderly for over 15 years, I worked at home instead senior care for 3 years, I recently took care of an elderly man for 4 year's, until he got sick and passed away. I was taking care of a sweet lady B for 2 year's she moved into a nursing home in jan 2018. I have been working at bright morning bed...
Karen can also help with: Home modification, personal care, dementia
Patricia S.
Scottdale, PA
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm very passionate about working with seniors. Organized and experienced in working with a wide range of illnesses and needs. Including dementia patience Parkinson's disease and hospice care. Transfers, pivots, showers, assisting with walking, cognitive therapy and physical therapy. Ordering and dispensing medication,...
Patricia can also help with: Respite care, dementia, personal care, hospice services, home modification
5.0
"I have struggled with writing this recommendation because words can't convey just how much Patricia "Patsy" means to our family. Patsy was initially hired to care for my 90 year old mother who had suffered a severe stroke but she also took over caring for my...
Kyle J.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a caregiver for over 10 years. I'm experienced with the following:
Dementia
Diabetes
Insulin Injections
Speech and swallow disorders
Medication management
COPD
Congestive Heart Failure
Diet & exercise
Ambulation
Hoyer lift
It would be my honor to help care for your loved one.
Patricia can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, errands, light cleaning, hospice services, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Wound Care
5.0
"Patricia was a wonderful caregiver, she has a heart of gold and goes above and beyond for your loved one. She is dedicated to her job and to her person she is caring for. She is funny, caring and loving. She gives her full attention to the person she is caring for....
Care member
4.9
(9)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have been working with the elderly for 24 years. I have worked for agencies and home care. I have worked as a private duty caregiver for those with COPD, dementia, feeding tubes, oxygen, Alzheimer's, etc. I enjoy working with the elderly. I have a degree in Social Work. I've had many clients through the years. I know the...
Florence can also help with: Dementia, personal care
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Flo was the best, most reliable and trustworthy caregiver for both my patents. She was dependable, loyal, and punctual and we trusted her, and they trusted her with all their vulnerabilities- dementia, blindness, hearing loss, cancer. Renal disease, incontinence,...
Diane M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am passionate about empowering individuals to achieve the highest level of independence & safety. I have experience helping w/mobility, wound management, & daily activities bathing/dressing. If needed, I can provide recommendations for adaptive equipment & fall prevention. I can assist you/your loved one w/exercises to improve...
Emily can also help with: Errands, hospice services, companionship, home modification, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Emily was a caregiver for my mom for about a year, she was fantastic. My mom enjoyed her and built a good friendship with her. Emily is a very hard worker, she was able to get my mom to become more active and doing a lot of stuff on her own. She was always willing...
Jennifer P.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I've been a CNA for 29 years . I've done home health , long term care, and hospice care for 8 years and private -duty care for many patients . I can do overnights and bath visits. And daylight shifts. I am patient , kind, helpful and very respectful to my patients and their families. I have experience with parkinsons, dementia,...
Diana can also help with: Live-in home care, errands, companionship, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Diana was an outstanding caregiver to our mom who suffered with arthritis and COPD. Diana is compassionate and kind, and extremely well qualified to handle Senior Care needs. Our mom really enjoyed her time with Diana, and always appreciated her calm demeanor and...
Laurie S.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been in the medical field for over 20 years. I just recently lost my mom to COPD in November and I moved in with her for 3 years. She was on hospice for 15 months at the end. I have been a lead in a lab for 10 years. I was a collection supervisor for Central Blood Bank. I worked for Excela for 6 years as a medical...
Linda can also help with: Mobility assistance, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, home modification, hospice services & more
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Linda is one of the most caring people I know. She treats her customers with respect and helps them maintain their dignity. She is professional but very loving in her actions. She provides excellent care. She works well with family and is very knowledgeable.
I...
Care member
Hello! My name is Brittney. I am a mother of 4 ages 8, 6, 2, and 2. I like to consider myself very patient, nurturing, and kind. I have 5+ years of elderly care experience between working in a personal care home and doing private duty for 3 lovely families. I have experience with Parkinson's, Parkinsonism, dementia, hospice...
Brittney can also help with: Errands, meal prep, transportation, light cleaning, dementia
Skills:
CNA
Michelle M B.
Irwin, PA
$17-18/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hi, My Name Is Michelle. I Started Working In Senior Care By Taking Care Of My Friends Mom.
Hi, my name is Michelle. I started working in Senior care giving because my friend needed care for her mother that had dementia. I truly enjoy caring for elderly people, and loved the reward that comes with it. The skills I have as a care taker, comes with the seven years of experience from bathing and clothing the client....
Michelle M can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, meal prep, errands
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Christine R K.
Lowber, PA
$15-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have many years of experience. During My first career as a licensed hairstylists for over 30 yrs, I provided excellent customer service and exceptional 1 on 1 personal care . The past few years I have been a caregiver . I have experience with all aspects of personal care , transferring , Bathing , Dressing , cooking ,...
Christine R can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, respite care, personal care, errands, light cleaning & more
After caring for my mother-in-law for three years while she suffered from advanced Alzheimer's disease and as a paid caregiver for a year, I learned that hydration, nutrition, conversation, and myriad other personal attentions can make a vast difference in one's quality of life in the twilight years. Patience is the key and...
Laurel can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, dementia, personal care & more
Laura G.
Fayette City, PA
$20/hr • 8 yrs exp
I Am Looking For Part Time. I Am A Caregiver And Been Involved With Visiting Physicians, Nurses
I have bathed, fed, made meals, dressed, done exercises, activities, and worked with hospice, home nurses, visiting doctors, and I love helping and being there for people in need.
Laura can also help with: Respite care, hospice services, visiting nurse, personal care, dementia, home modification & more
My name is Ryann! I am 28 years old. I have 4 years therapeutic experience in a hospital environment and 2 in a skilled nursing facility. I am a certified occupational therapy assistant and am licensed in CPR. My license and certification are both up to date. I am very social and believe that creativity is vital to each...
Ryann can also help with: Dementia, respite care, meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning, errands & more
Alexis C.
Belle Vernon, PA
$8-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have worked as a personal caregiver for 2 years, I love to help anyone and try to make things easier for them.
Alexis can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning, respite care, meal prep
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there :)
My name is Haley. I am always hoping to get out there and help anyone in need. The past 3 years I have professional experience in caring for a 103-year-old elderly women. I absolutely love helping, I love talking and learning about their history, and just overall the company of them and helping them in anything...
Brooke M.
Smithton, PA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello, my name is Brooke and I am a senior caregiver. I am reliable, patient, caring and kind. I have 10 years experience with dementia patients and caring for your loved ones. I have worked in a nursing home, home health and private duty.
Skills:
Home Health Aide
I am a mom to a 12 yr old girl, and I am a RN since 2009. I have over 10 years of experience with geriatric patients, dementia patients. I'm getting burnt out working in the nursing field, and would love to find a more one on one caregiving role.
Diana can also help with: Dementia, errands, mobility assistance, companionship, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
I am a caring, dependable, honest mature lady wanting to help you as a caregiver or companion for your loved one. I am retired, however find it very rewarding helping others. I am currently a lead caregiver for a family with elderly parents and I clean homes to help other families as well. I appreciate the opportunity to help...
Cynthia can also help with: Meal prep, errands, companionship, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Hello, my name is Imelda. I am 29 years old and have a joyful and adorable 16-month-old daughter. I am a very loving and experienced childcare provider for infants, children and elderly. I am reliable, dependable and work well with diverse populations. I also can speak and write Spanish fluently. My previous experiences have...
Imelda can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, personal care, meal prep, visiting physician, transportation & more
Carol H.
Irwin, PA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I worked as the Office Mgr./Med. Asst. for a Physician for 28 yrs. Following his death, I worked as a CNA at Forbes Regional Hospital for 13 yrs. I worked everywhere including outpatient surgery, OR, PACU, ICU, TCU, and was trained as an Anes. Tech as well as covering all the various floors at Forbes. During all this time I...
Carol can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
CPR
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Recent caregiver reviews in West Newton, PA
Patricia S.
5.0
I have struggled with writing this recommendation because words can't convey just how much Patricia "Patsy" means to our family. Patsy was initially hired to care for my 90 year old mother who had suffered a severe stroke but she also took over caring for my father as his health declined. As an...
- Kyle J.
Patricia D.
5.0
Patricia was a wonderful caregiver, she has a heart of gold and goes above and beyond for your loved one. She is dedicated to her job and to her person she is caring for. She is funny, caring and loving. She gives her full attention to the person she is caring for. Unfortunately her time with us was...
- Care member
Florence K.
5.0
Flo was the best, most reliable and trustworthy caregiver for both my patents. She was dependable, loyal, and punctual and we trusted her, and they trusted her with all their vulnerabilities- dementia, blindness, hearing loss, cancer. Renal disease, incontinence, mobility limitations and more....
- Diane M.
Emily V.
5.0
Emily was a caregiver for my mom for about a year, she was fantastic. My mom enjoyed her and built a good friendship with her. Emily is a very hard worker, she was able to get my mom to become more active and doing a lot of stuff on her own. She was always willing to do extra stuff around the house.
- Jennifer P.
Diana S.
5.0
Diana is the most dedicated person in a very difficult career. She made an amazing difference for our mom. Anything and everything she could do to make her life (and ours) better she did. I wish we still had a job for her. If you are looking for help I would highly recommend hiring Diana!
- Carol U.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in West Newton, PA
What caregiver services can I find near me in West Newton, PA?
Most private senior caregiver services in West Newton, PA 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 West Newton.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in West Newton, PA in 2024?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in West Newton, PA on Care.com as of May, 2024 is $10.00 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 West Newton, PA?
There are currently 1 caregivers in West Newton, PA on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from West Newton, PA 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 West Newton before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in West Newton, PA background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in West Newton, PA 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.