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49 home care are listed in Athens, GA
The average rate is $19/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby home care is 7 years
Home care in Athens, GA
3.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have been a CNA for 15 years. I received my certification from Athens Technical College in 2003.
I have experience in home health, nursing home , live-in, and private duty care. I also have experience with working with individuals with mental and physicals disabilities. I am very loving, caring, and dependable. I am able to...
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Kelly was my grandfathers caregiver in the last week of his life. She was amazing with him. I am a nurse and very picky about care for my loved ones and Kelly exceeded any and all expectations I had. She is nothing short of Heaven sent. We could not have asked for...
Deirdre G.
5.0
(3)
Hi, I decided to become a caregiver because I am passionate about the quality care of the elderly and disabled. I will do a drug test/background check. I have a Medical Assisting Diploma. I have experience in dementia and alzheimers. I have experience with bedridden patients. Here is a short list of my services: companionship,...
Debra can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, home modification, errands, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Wound Care
5.0
"She's a very hard working compassionate person ."
Hannah A.
Jamie P.
Colbert, GA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have 15 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Hospice Services and any other services. I am a CNA, FIRST AID AND CPR CERTIFIED. I continue to work with all ages. Please reach out to me.
Jamie can also help with: Dementia, personal care, hospice services, home modification, mobility assistance, companionship & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
(12)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
I offer you or your loved one a warm, compassionate, and dependable professional with 14-plus years experience in the home health industry. My main experience is with Alzheimers/ Dementia related gems. I am experienced in all other aspects of disease and conditions concerning healthcare.
I've worked with many families,...
April can also help with: Mobility assistance, errands, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Thank you so so so very much I know for a fact if I need someone to set with my grandmother or my kids I will be hiring this angel again she showed up before time for her to be here and was very polite, a people's person, and April was so great with my grandmother...
Robert J.
5.0
(3)
I have 10+ years of experience in this field. I love caring for others. To me this kind of job/ work doesn't just require you to have skills but you also need to be caring, compassionate, supportive, kind, and most of all have a good heart because when people bring me in to care for a loved one I am there because someone trusted...
Sonya can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, personal care, meal prep, dementia
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Sonya is one of those rare individuals who have an actual caregivers hearts. You can tell by the care and respect she shows those she's caring for. She's dependable, respectful and very knowledgeable in the service of care-giving! She goes above and beyond! She...
Shanda P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have many years of experience as a private caregiver for seniors including dementia and alzheimer's. Duties provided are meal preparation, doctors appts, bathing and dressing, medication prompting, use of hoyer lift, changing depends/diapers and hospice clients.
I have strong communication skills and patience, always punctual,...
Cheryl can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, mobility assistance, dementia, companionship
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"I was taking care of my wife who was starting to
need round-the-clock care with advance Alzheimer's and
and she was in the need of professional care.
I reached out to Cheryl through Care.com in April 2022.
Cheryl has demonstrated on multiple occasions true...
Steve C.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 20 years of experience. I can help with Home Care and Light Housecleaning. I am a Certified Pharmacy Tech, and a Certified Nursing Assistant, Patient Care Is My Life Calling
Michelle can also help with: Dementia, respite care, hospice services, personal care
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Michelle is highly professional and competent. Her cheerful and caring personality reassures patients and helps them relax. I wish all of our caregivers were as stellar! I would highly recommend her."
Helen L.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I just finished caring for a 96-year-old man who passed away on 4/3/22. I began in March of 2021. Responsibilities included feeding, medication, mobility assistance, companionship and assistance with bathing. Since October my wife accompanied me at work after his ability to stand became further compromised. I bring a variety of...
Trenton can also help with: Personal care, respite care, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, errands & more
5.0
"Compassionate, trustworthy, dependable, caring, engaging, great sense of humor, conversational, connects on a very human level; these are only a few of the attributes I can list about Trent. He cared for my 96 year old Dad for the past year. From stimulating...
Debbie H.
Kimberly M.
Jefferson, GA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Looking Forward To Providing Loving Care And Companionship To Your Loved One
5.0
(3)
I have been providing personal care for 15+years. I am a very fun-loving and friendly person who enjoys caring for the elderly. My motto is "I am going to be in their shoes someday and I hope to have someone provide loving care to me with a smile like I do." I have the following licenses - CHPNA (certified hospice and palliate...
Kimberly can also help with: Dementia, visiting nurse, respite care, visiting physician, hospice services, personal care & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Kim is our families angel. My mom fell and broke her hip, so we are in the midst of healing. Kim is truly sent from heaven. She is kind, helpful, good nature, and very patient with my mom. I could not feel more blessed that we found her !!!!"
Margaret P.
Sandra D.
Danielsville, GA
$25/hr • 1 yrs exp
Personal Care For Elderly, In Home. Run Errands For For Elderly
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Took care of my elderly father in my home for 2yrs. Experience with bathing, changing, feeding, he had a stroke. Since then have had several more opportunities to help others. So, I plenty of references. I am 58 yrs old, female. Have 3 children that are grown and successful. I am easy going, honest, dependable & very friendly. I...
5.0
"I feel god sent us Sandra. My mother in law health went down quickly. I talked to Sandra on a Saturday she came out to met us on Sunday. My mother in law responded very well to her. Although my mother in law passed Sandra was a god send to us in the two weeks...
Christy C.
I am an experienced caregiver/companion who is CPR and First Aid Certified. I have 10+ years of cargiving. I'm also a medical assistant. I am very compassionate, reliable, and punctual. I love caregiving. It's my passion.
Sarah can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, hospice services, errands, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello there, My name is Katherine! I have been a caregiver for over 5 years now I can help assisting with medication, meal prep, bathing and dressing and companionship and house work! I absolutely love what I do and love helping others! I have my own transportation so helping with errands or transportation is not a problem....
Katherine can also help with: Personal care, companionship, dementia
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
I have worked with clients and seniors and served their families as well over the years, some have developmental disabilities. I have earned over 120 credit hours as a disability support person and have had numerous hours of safety training as well as on the job training and CPR.
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
Alaina D.
Lexington, GA
$20-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
Experienced Senior Caregiver Who Specialized In Patients With Memory Care
I have 4 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Home Care. I have mostly all Senior care experience but would be open to other types of care. My favorite method of care is to live life with my clients by fulfilling their needs but also creating a space that allows them as much independence as possible....
Alaina can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care, dementia, errands, meal prep, respite care & more
I have over 4 years experience with clinical and work together of experience! I can help with actives of daily living including bathing , feeding , daily exercise and just being a friendly face when one is needed. Most of my experience is with long term care, and dementia patients ,& in the medical office !
Gabrielle can also help with: Personal care, light cleaning, dementia
Kristy M.
Jefferson, GA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have cared for the elderly and disabled for 20+ years now, including people with dementia. My healthcare experience started as a CNA in nursing homes and MA in a hospital. My passion is taking care of individuals in their homes. I feel people should be able to stay in their own homes as long as they are capable & I am here to...
Kristy can also help with: Respite care, visiting nurse, personal care, live-in home care, dementia
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
I took care of my husbands grandmother for the last year and a half. She had Alzheimer's and got to where she couldn't walk. The family had to put her in the nursing home. She needed a lift and now she has that provided for her. I miss her greatly and would like to help someone who needs assistance.
Amber C.
Commerce, GA
$10-50/hr
I'm currently unavailable due to being on bed rest for a high risk pregnancy. I'll update my profile once I'm back in commission!
Amber can also help with: Personal care
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Home Care and Light Housecleaning.
I enjoy taking care of your loved one.
Donna can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, personal care, errands, light cleaning
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
Mary H.
Bogart, GA
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
I worked in an assisted living facility for two years and greatly enjoyed the residents. I love working with older generations and learning from their past experience and wisdom.
Mary can also help with: Home modification, visiting physician, dementia, personal care
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Recent home care reviews in Athens, GA
Kelly F.
5.0
Kelly was my grandfathers caregiver in the last week of his life. She was amazing with him. I am a nurse and very picky about care for my loved ones and Kelly exceeded any and all expectations I had. She is nothing short of Heaven sent. We could not have asked for better care.
- Deirdre G.
Debra C.
5.0
Debra is kind, reliable and a great help to have around. She helped care give for my mother and did an excellent job
- Care member
April A.
5.0
April has been such a gift. She has been driving my mom downtown each day for her radiation treatments. She is kind, dependable, and punctual. I do not know what we would have done without her. She is a true blessing. I am so thankful she came into our lives.
- Beth B.
Sonya J.
5.0
Sonya is one of those rare individuals who have an actual caregivers hearts. You can tell by the care and respect she shows those she's caring for. She's dependable, respectful and very knowledgeable in the service of care-giving! She goes above and beyond! She genuinely cares for others. She...
- Shanda P.
Cheryl C.
5.0
I was taking care of my wife who was starting to
need round-the-clock care with advance Alzheimer's and
and she was in the need of professional care.
I reached out to Cheryl through Care.com in April 2022.
Cheryl has demonstrated on multiple occasions true
professional care and was always...
- Steve C.
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FAQs for finding home care in Athens, GA
How much does private home care cost per hour near me in Athens, GA?
The average rate for hiring a home care provider in Athens, GA as of May, 2024 is $19.20 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, GA?
Care.com has 20 home care providers for seniors in Athens, GA. 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, GA 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, GA?
The types of home health care services near you in Athens, GA 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, GA 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, GA?
If you need to hire senior home care near you in Athens, GA, 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, GA?
When you’re hiring in home health care services near you in Athens, GA, 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, GA home care listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Home Care in Athens, GA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews of the 49 listed home care.