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Iris M.

Experienced Special Needs Caregiver

Portage, IN

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Respite care
light cleaning
live-in home care
I am a mother of 4 and I have always had a love for helping those that need it. I was a home health aid and used to work for a company that helps those with developmental disabilities achieve independence and promote choice. With this I have had to play many roles. I aide with transportation, hygiene, cooking, shopping, provide...

Care Member says "Iris is an amazing person and open to providing quality care for people when they need it most!"

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Home Heath Aide

Gary, IN

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$23/hr
3 years experience
Errands
companionship
dementia
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello there, I'm Chynna, an experienced Home Health Aide who has a passion for caring for others. I have been working since I was 17 years old and have had my fair share of odd jobs. Care giving is one that I enjoy the most. Some of my experience include working in a retirement community, one on one with clients, working within...
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Certified Home Health Aide

Gary, IN

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Hospice services
dementia
errands
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am a patient, loving, intuitive Certified Home Health Aide. I have been taking care of the elderly for over 10 yrs both personally and professionally. It's not just a job to me. It's my passion and my God given gift. I consider it a privilege to be trusted with such an important role in someone's life.
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Part Time In Home Care

Chesterton, IN

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$12/hr
2 years experience
Respite care
dementia
personal care
I am a registered nurse in the ICU with experience in home health care, personal care, medications, hospice, and dementia. I worked as a home health aide for a privately owned company while in nursing school. With my experience in nursing school and at work, I can offer quality care to your loved one.
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Chesterton, IN

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$8/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
dementia
errands
respite care
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am currently working with the special needs. I have worked with senior citizens and have done housekeeping, transportation to doctor's appointments and outings. I have a CPR and first aid certification.
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Valparaiso, IN

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$25/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
errands
home modification
mobility assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
With over 6years of dedicated experience in senior care, I'd describe my personality as an honest, RESPECTFUL, PATIENT and KIND person. I am a compassionate caregiver; My expertise includes Companionship, managing medication etc. It may also please you to know that I'm fully vaccinated for COVID and also has my CRP/FirstAid...
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Home Health Aide

Chesterton, IN

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$15/hr
5 years experience
I have worked at three senior living facilities and currently work part time for a home health company since February of 2020. I have also provided home care for a few people outside of my main job. I am very patient and always put work first. Willing to travel within northern Indiana and southwest Michigan. I was CNA certified...
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Valparaiso, IN

1.5(0)
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$13/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
errands
light cleaning
transportation
personal care
+ 1 more
Hello! I am available for full-time or part-time caregiver. I am a resident of Valparaiso. Some facts about myself: CPR/first-aid knowledgeable, current card, excellent driving record and insurance. I consider myself to be a punctual, honest, and reliable person. My hours are flexible to accommodate your needs. My past work...
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Geriatric Nursing Assistant

Hobart, IN

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
errands
hospice services
personal care
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have a background that encompasses a wide range of healthcare experience, including private duty nursing, assistant living facilities, and customer service. With my compassion, experience working with seniors, professional accomplishments, motivation and sense of responsibility, I can quickly become a productive member of your...
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Home Health Aide

Crown Point, IN

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Live-in home care
dementia
hospice services
respite care
I am trained to assist with all basic activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, eating, grooming, moving from one place to another, and toileting. I can check vital signs such as blood pressure, respiration and pulse, monitor a client's physical and mental condition; level of exercise; and how much they are...

Melvalett C. says "She is honest, punctual and dependable."

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Merrillville, IN

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Errands
companionship
dementia
hospice services
home modification
+ 1 more
Have been in the medical field for over 20yrs, very dependable, very caring, team player, help individuals with their daily living. CPR Certified, Home Health Aide Certification. Light Housekeeping.

Julie P. says "Sherry has been an excellent caregiver for my sister who has dementia. From day one she was pleasant and engaging with my sister, no matter how many times...

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Home Health Aide

Valparaiso, IN

5.0(0)
from
$10/hr
1 year experience
Live-in home care
errands
light cleaning
transportation
meal prep
In 2018, I worked as a home health aide, I won't mention because I don't want to slander a place that may have improved. I have previous experience helping elderly. Primarily helping them move around, clean their house, run their errands. While I was and am capable of helping more, the people I cared for didn't need the extra...
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Home Health Aide Available Full-Time

Merrillville, IN

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Errands
companionship
dementia
light cleaning
home modification
+ 1 more
I worked in Chicago at Rush University Medical Center from 1989 until 2016, with 17 of those years dedicated to the operating rooms. I have admirable experience in providing companion care for home care or in a hospital environment. I have a sound knowledge of managing clients with Cancer, Dementia, Parkinson, Alzheimer's and...

Barbara F. says "Sheila is a knowledgeable caregiver who provided excellent care for my mom from March 2022 until November 2023. She is quite dependable and punctual. She...

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CNA

Gary, IN

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$8/hr
1 year experience
Live-in home care
errands
light cleaning
transportation
meal prep
Experience certificates nurses aide with experience working in nursing home and in home care setting.
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Homehealth Aide

Valparaiso, IN

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Errands
companionship
dementia
light cleaning
hospice services
+ 1 more
Personable and compassionate private home health caregiver with 7 years of experience. I work with a team of woman who help to cover hours that care needed if need be. Looking to continue to my journey in helping you take care of your loved ones while in the comfort of their homes.
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Calumet City, IL

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Personal care
dementia
live-in home care
Hello I'm Evelyn I been caring for people for over 10 years, I worked with mental disable, elderly and disable children, I cleaned I prep meals and meds, I transfer from bed to chair to the toilet and showered etc, I also made sure appointments was met and communicated with family and higher management. I went from a direct home...
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East Chicago, IN

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Home modification
Bringing comfort and peace of mind to families is my priority. As a Certified Nursing Assistant and Certified Home Health Aide, I have five years of experience supporting adults and seniors. My training includes CPR and First Aid. I am patient, friendly, and detail-oriented. I adapt to changing routines, de-escalate stressful...
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Merrillville, IN

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$25/hr
20 years experience
Meal prep
companionship
light cleaning
respite care
mobility assistance
I'd describe my personality as happy, helpful. I like caring for seniors because I have a heart for those in need. I'm looking for a job that is in need of a caregiver who really needs help. I started caring for seniors when I graduated from Olympia College. Studied to be a medical assistant and Home Health aide. Started in...
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Lansing, IL

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Hospice services
dementia
errands
live-in home care
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am experienced in home aide, facility, & hospital settings. I have over 5+yrs caring for seniors. I do all Daily activities, companionship, & transportation. CPR Certified *American Heart Association & Red Cross
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Qualified Medication Aid/Certified Nursing Assitant

Michigan City, IN

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$21/hr
8 years experience
Dementia
personal care
Hello, I have many years of experience working with elderly patients, which include patients that need minor assistance, have Dementia/ Alzheimer's and patients on hospice. I was a lead day shift C. N. A. on a memory care unit. When I was a C. N. A. my boss saw my potential and had me go to school to become a Qualified...
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  • 40 home aides are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.00/hr as of October 2025

  • The average star rating for rated home aides is 5.0

Recent home aide reviews from local parents in Portage, IN

Home Aides in Portage, IN are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 40 listed home aides

Iris M.

Iris is an amazing person and open to providing quality care for people when they need it most!

- Care member

Yolanda J.

She is honest, punctual and dependable.

- Melvalett C.

Sherry M.

Sherry has been an excellent caregiver for my sister who has dementia. From day one she was pleasant and engaging with my sister, no matter...

- Julie P.

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