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19 home care are listed in Athens, AL
The average rate is $17/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby home care is 7 years
Home care in Athens, AL
Rohbecca M.
Athens, AL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I've been in the healthcare profession for over 20 years, and really love what I do. I have experience in long term and assisted living, homecare, hospice, restorative (continuing rehab), and also have experience as an activities director, and working with alzheimer's disease.
I am proud to say, that I always give 110%, and I'm...
Rohbecca can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, errands, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Becca has been a blessing for our family. She was more than an assistant to my mother. She and my mom were friends. Becca is a hard worker who knows how to do many things. If she doesn’t know how to do something, she wants to learn how, and she learns quickly. I...
Care member
Melissa H.
Athens, AL
$10-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
I believe the key to caring for seniors is to treat them as they are my own family. I lived with my Grandmother when she broke her hip and I took care of her.
Melissa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, personal care
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
If you , or your loved one is in need of companionship, and caring for daily needs, look no further. You have found me.
I'm a retired nurse with over 10 years experience. I love caring for people. I will cheerfully provide companionship, and meet all of the daily needs, whatever they may be. I have spent the last 5 years caring...
Eva can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, home modification, dementia, hospice services, meal prep & more
5.0
"Eva is kind , caring and patient . She cared for my husband for approximately 2 years. I would hire Eva back in a heartbeat. I could always count on her, and my husband always enjoyed her stories and conversations."
Trish G.
5.0
(10)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As a former educator within the medical field, I have 15+ years of professional senior care experience. I pride myself on taking special care in caring for the seniors as if they were my own family. Being raised by my grandmother compound with extensive experience managing an independent personal care facility; life has gifted...
Julia can also help with: Personal care, respite care, live-in home care, dementia, home modification
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Julia has taken care of my mom, who has mid stage dementia, for over a year and I always felt like she was in good hands. She would take her for walks and day trips to the lake or botanical gardens. She also did grocery shopping, meal prep, cooking, errands and...
Care member
Kemauri B.
Decatur, AL
$17-26/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is KeMauri. Born and raised in Alabama. I've been in health care for eight years as a nurse assistant on the med-surg floor at a local hospital. Also, I've been senior caregiver going on six years now. I started caring for others at the age of 19.
A couple things about me I've always had a passion of helping...
Kemauri can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, live-in home care, hospice services, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"Hired Kemauri a couple of years ago to take care of my mother! My mother ask for her that says a lot! We loved her."
Suzannah B.
5.0
(3)
I am interested in a part-time position providing care for children or companionship for the elderly. I am trust-worthy, understanding and patient. My work experience includes 9 years in-home care for infants through preschool. I have a bachelor's degree in psychology and am CPR certified.
Anita can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, companionship, transportation
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Mrs. Anita is genuinely the kindest woman I have ever known. She treated my family like her own. We've laughed together, cried together, and everything in between. She puts others before herself and always makes others comfortable in her presence. I am honored to...
Dana T.
I have spent three years in caretaking after two of my aunts had really bad strokes. I have a lot of patience, according to them. Helping my aunt learn how to button, zip, put shoes on and write made me realize that this is something I am good at. I love to cook. It's a form of therapy for me when I'm feeling down. I have worked...
Connie can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, live-in home care, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:
CPR
After caring for both parents in their late years and caring for my mother through 13 years Dementia, it is my passion and desire to continue providing compassionate care and support to seniors/veterans and their families as so many families took care of us through those hard yrs. Witnessing the rich experiences and wisdom that...
Lori can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, personal care, respite care, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
I have enjoyed being around seniors all of my life. As a child, my mom would take me to the nursing homes where she worked and I would visit and help the seniors, as mom worked. As I got older, I would take my kids to the senior home to trick or treat and do other activities. A few years ago, I worked with local assisted living...
Michell can also help with: Home modification, hospice services, dementia, personal care, respite care
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Miranda J.
Madison, AL
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have been a cna/caregiver for 17 years and I love what I do. I work with a hospice company and now I'm looking for something parttime.
Kemauri B.
Decatur, AL
$10-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have 3 + years of experience in senior care. Also, I am a nurse assistant at a local hospital & a full time nursing student. I've been for fortunate enough to work with some really wonderful people. I can help with dressing, bathing, & medication, etc. I'm passionate about making people happy and comfortable as possible.
Kemauri can also help with: Respite care, personal care, hospice services, live-in home care, dementia
Brianna J D.
Madison, AL
$20-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
I have 8 years of experience taking care seniors:). I can with regular daily care, transportation, errands, meal prep and house cleaning
Brianna J can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, respite care, personal care, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Home Health Aide
My experience giving assistance to seniors has been by providing companionship, light housekeeping, cooking, assistance with ADLs, and transportation assistance. I believe it is important to give back to the people who have made the world what it is today that provides me the opportunities I now have. I get along well with...
Tiffany can also help with: Dementia, personal care
I have excellent communication skills as well as friendly additude. I am a hard worker and I'm always looking for something to do.
Kathy can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, companionship, personal care
I have 17 years of experience as a nurse. Experienced in occupational and restorative therapy. Worked most of these yrs taking care of patients diagnosed with dementia/Alzheimer's , COPD, stroke, diabetes , kidney disease. Also patients who are wheelchair and bed bound. Im certified/trained in medication management. I'm very...
Ashley can also help with: Companionship, errands, home modification, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Aaron J.
Madison, AL
$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
I have 23 year of experience. I have taken care of my mother for 22 years and also a gentleman with Alzheimer's for 8 months. I can help with Transportation Services and Dementia. I also have experience with physical, occupational and speech therapies due to stroke my mother had, I also have experience with G-tube feeding....
Aaron can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, personal care, respite care, dementia, meal prep & more
5.0
"Aaron is kind and patient. He takes the time to learn best practices and techniques needed for the ones he is caring for. Aaron is loyal, dependable and would be an asset to any family in caring for a loved one. I met Aaron approximately 8 years ago while I, a...
Emily G.
Im a Christian
I have years of experience in elder care.
I was our pastors nanny for 10 years.
I can give references upon request. I love taking care elders:)
Gena can also help with: Personal care, live-in home care, dementia
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
CNA
Krystal N.
Harvest, AL
$12-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Outgoing Optimistic Positive Funloving Empathic, Best Caregiver You'll Ever Meet
I honestly believe it's my life's purpose to provide the best care possible to others! I strive to live my life by the golden rule: Do unto others as you would them do unto you! I just try to put myself in my clients' shoes & treat them the best to my ability!
I strive daily to put a smile on my clients' face, as I am a huge...
Krystal can also help with: Live-in home care, meal prep, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
I have 1 year of experience as a caregiver. I can help with Home Care and Meal Preparation. love dogs cats and love working with all
Julie can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, personal care
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Recent home care reviews in Athens, AL
Rohbecca M.
5.0
I live in Pennsylvania. My parents live in Athens. Knowing Becky was there to help gave me so much peace of mind.
She was always on time, was proactive in getting things done around the house and was warm and attentive to my Mom.
My Dad has signs of dementia - she was so thoughtful and patient...
- Stephanie L.
Eva H.
5.0
Eva is very conscientious, knowledgeable, dependable and she has a positive attitude. As a retired nurse she is more than qualified to provide for all my wife's needs.
- Ephraim M.
Julia F.
5.0
Julia is great! She has a great personality, she’s timely with responses to texts or calls, and she’s a wonderful caregiver.
You can’t go wrong working with Julia.
- Kim M.
Kemauri B.
5.0
Hired Kemauri a couple of years ago to take care of my mother! My mother ask for her that says a lot! We loved her.
- Suzannah B.
Anita W.
5.0
Mrs. Anita is genuinely the kindest woman I have ever known. She treated my family like her own. We've laughed together, cried together, and everything in between. She puts others before herself and always makes others comfortable in her presence. I am honored to have had Mrs. Anita care for my...
- Dana T.
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FAQs for finding home care in Athens, AL
How much does private home care cost per hour near me in Athens, AL?
The average rate for hiring a home care provider in Athens, AL as of May, 2024 is $17.50 per hour. This cost will fluctuate depending on the provider's level of experience, whether the care is full-time or part-time and the duties required to perform to care for your senior loved one.
How can I find home care near me in Athens, AL?
Care.com has 2 home care providers for seniors in Athens, AL. To start searching for caregivers near you, you need to create a Care.com account. To create your account, you will answer some basic questions to help you find home care providers that specialize in your family member’s needs. You will then have the option to either post a job and receive applications from candidates, or you can search for caregivers on the website. You can filter results by distance from Athens, AL or hourly rate. After you have selected your candidates, you can schedule interviews, check references, request background checks, and can then hire a home health care provider that suits your needs the best.
What types of home care services are available near me in Athens, AL?
The types of home health care services near you in Athens, AL will vary depending on the needs of the senior you’re hiring home care assistance for, but home care providers can assist with companionship and fellowship, as well as skilled nursing care. There are also home caregivers in Athens, AL that can assist with daily activities, such as cooking, medication prompting, dressing, bathing and transporting the senior patient to and from appointments.
How can I safely hire home care near me in Athens, AL?
If you need to hire senior home care near you in Athens, AL, we strongly suggest you run an independent background check, request professional references, and interview a handful of candidates. You can also look for providers on Care.com who have a CareCheck badge on their profile, which is a background check we request all in home care service providers complete. Any senior home care providers who complete a CareCheck will have a badge on their profile that displays the date the background check was run.
What interview questions should I ask when hiring home health care near me in Athens, AL?
When you’re hiring in home health care services near you in Athens, AL, it can be really helpful to interview a handful of different candidates to help you find the right fit. It’s a good idea to ask them questions about the exact responsibilities they feel comfortable taking on, how they best communicate, and what types of senior health issues they have dealt with in the past.
Ratings for Athens, AL home care listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Home Care in Athens, AL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 19 listed home care.