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Nicole C.

Available For Companionship, Housekeeping, Meal Prep And Transportation.

Santa Cruz, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Dementia
personal care
errands
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Gave loving care for two elderly ladies their last year of life. Assisted in mental and physical exercise. Helped in daily tasks that proved difficult due to severe Alzheimer's and Dementia. Provided transportation to appointments and outings. Cared for an 85-year-old man. Mostly concentrated on meal prep, light housekeeping...

Care Member says "Nicole took excellent care of my Mom for 6 months. Nicole is hard-working, efficient, and kind. She does whatever needs to be done and more. She is...

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Companionate Senior Care

Santa Cruz, CA

from
$28/hr
Hospice services
light cleaning
meal prep
transportation
errands
Caring for my grandparents for about a year gave me the experience and compassion to work with seniors. I am studying to become an Occupational Therapist and would like working one on one with people.
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Companion Care

Santa Cruz, CA

from
$20/hr
2 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
meal prep
transportation
dementia
Some of my strengths and prior experiences include: fun conversations, and emotional support. Assistance with errands such as grocery shopping, pharmacy visits, and appointments. Light housekeeping, including laundry, dishes, and tidying up. Meal preparation and assistance with dietary needs. Medication reminders (non-medical)....
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Carer Or Companion Live-In/Out

Santa Cruz, CA

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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Home modification
respite care
hospice services
live-in home care
personal care
+ 1 more
I have my own reliable transportation as well as a most recent background check certificate for your peace of mind. I do take my job seriously and treat my clients as if they were my own family. I have various experiences and training with Caregiving from bathing bedridden patients or general bathing experience for elderly...
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Santa Cruz, CA

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$25/hr
Errands
respite care
hospice services
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello, I am a long term resident of Santa Cruz with experience caring for the elderly. I can help with light housekeeping, errands and give companionship. Thank you and I look forward to hearing from you!
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Companionship

Santa Cruz, CA

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$22/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
transportation
errands
I have experience taken care of the older population, through being a caregiver for my grandparents. I believe in giving seniors a sense of purpose to wake up in the morning and providing the best quality of care as they age. I'm compassionate, dependable, and willing to lend a helping hand to those that need it most. I love...
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With 9 Years Of Experience Of Caregiving. I Enjoyed Working With Elderly Clients

Santa Cruz, CA

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$28/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
respite care
live-in home care
meal prep
mobility assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Janice! I am a certified Homecare Aide with 10 years of elderly caregiving experience providing compassionate and reliable care for seniors. I have experience assisting with daily living activities including bathing, dressing , meal prep, medication reminders and companionship. I am also skilled in providing...
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Santa Cruz, CA

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$22/hr
Meal prep
errands
I don't have much experience with senior care specifically but I do have experience caring for others whether it's meal preparation or just being a companion.
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Santa Cruz, CA

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
meal prep
transportation
dementia
Hello! My name is Kaya and i'm a nationally registered Emergency Medical Technician with a passion for assisting and connecting with the elderly members of our community. Throughout my 2 years of experience working full time as an EMT I have been able to refine my medical and personal skills to make my patients feel as safe and...
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Seniors Are Awesome!

Santa Cruz, CA

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$28/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
transportation
errands
My first companion care job was about 20 yrs ago. I really love listening to the stories they tell. I'm a very compassionate person. I love to cook and clean. I genuinely care and I think it shows.
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Your New Handy Helper And Friend!

Santa Cruz, CA

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$22/hr
1 year experience
Errands
transportation
hospice services
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Ashlynn and I am a 2nd year student at UC Santa Cruz. I have always loved spending time with those who are older and wiser than me. I was extremely close with my grandmother and acted as her part time care giver while she battled dementia and other diseases during hospice. In addition to working with my...
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Santa Cruz, CA

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$25/hr
4 years experience
Transportation
errands
I'd describe my personality as responsible easy going and humorous I like caring for seniors because they are easy to get along with and I love the fact that I am bringing enjoyment and companionship into their lives I'm looking for a job where I can help a person with their errands and give them companionship I started...
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Compassionate, Attentive Listener

Santa Cruz, CA

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$33/hr
12 years experience
Dementia
live-in home care
errands
hospice services
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Compassionate, dependable, and patient. I enjoy caregiving because I truly love being around seniors. Their wisdom, stories, and warmth bring me joy, and I feel fulfilled knowing I can offer support, companionship, and comfort in their daily lives.
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Santa Cruz, CA

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$17/hr
Light cleaning
meal prep
respite care
transportation
errands
Hi there, my name is Oona! Although I do not have extensive elder experience, I took care of my mother at the end of her life. This included: errands, Dr. appointments, med management, cleaning house, etc. I also have extensive customer service experience and work well with all people - diversity of ages, abilities - lack of...
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Santa Cruz, CA

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$30/hr
Hospice services
light cleaning
meal prep
transportation
errands
I have experience working with seniors and can give companionship, light housekeeping, errands and meal prep.
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Compassionate, Trained Support For Your Loved Ones

Santa Cruz, CA

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$22/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hi! My name is Albertine, and I bring a compassionate, knowledgeable approach to senior care. As the oldest sister in my family, caregiving has always come naturally to me. I've been trained as a midwife, where I gained extensive hands-on experience. In addition to that, I've completed several medical internships including...
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Personal Assistant

Felton, CA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
transportation
errands
I am a motivated self-starter looking for a live-in position. My strengths include:* Extraordinary ability to recognize and respond to client and family needs*Thoughtful and strong decision making capacity*Excellent judgment regarding household management*Researching, preparing, supervising projects*Managing professional and...

Anne B. says "Elena is compassionate, smart, reliable and helpful. I recommend her without reservation."

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Caregiver, Child Care Provider

Ben Lomond, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Home modification
personal care
respite care
dementia
For 15 years I have provided care for the elderly by assiting with activities of daily living: bathing, dressing, meal preparation, meditation management, exercise, errands, home cleaning, transportation and companionship. I have long experience with Dementia and Parkinsons. Simultaneously I have worked as a patient advocate...

Care Member says "My father passed away and Renee was his care giver. She is a knowledgeable, caring, empathic, fully-capable care giver who will be excellent for your...

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Companion/Personal Assistant

Soquel, CA

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
transportation
errands
Hello, I have many years of being a mother's helper, a companion for the elderly, and being a personal assistant. I also worked for a company as a care driver for children in the Bay Area called HopSkip drive and currently drive for Uber! I'm known for my dedication with my clients to get the job done. I always go above and...
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  • 60 companion care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $24.53/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated companion care is 5.0

Recent companion care reviews from local parents in Santa Cruz, CA

Companion Care in Santa Cruz, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 4 reviews of the 60 listed companion care

Nicole C.

Nicole took excellent care of my Mom for 6 months. Nicole is hard-working, efficient, and kind. She does whatever needs to be done and more....

- Care member

Elena B.

Elena is compassionate, smart, reliable and helpful. I recommend her without reservation.

- Anne B.

Renee S.

My father passed away and Renee was his care giver. She is a knowledgeable, caring, empathic, fully-capable care giver who will be excellent...

- Care member

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