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48 home care are listed in Athens, GA
The average rate is $19/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby home care is 6 years
Home care in Athens, GA
I have 13 years experience in elderly care I have worked both in facilities and privately in homes. I am current on my FIRST AID and CPR through 2018 and do courses on elder care yearly to stay up to date. There is a certain level of heart and understanding that goes into being a caretaker. I enjoy being part of someone's day...
Desie can also help with: Respite care, personal care, dementia
I have 10 years of experience as a Senior Caregiver and am available for overnight care. I can help with Transportation Services and Hospice Services. I am a retired professional counselor with experience working in a psychiatric hospital with a geriatric unit and also worked in a retirement home with several levels of care. I...
Jill can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, personal care, dementia, hospice services & more
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have been an RN for 25 years and most of my experience has been in home health care and geriatrics. I am friendly, happy, and I believe that caring for others is a calling, not just a job.
I am a non-smoker, love animals, and have dependable transportation. I am retired, but I still want to care for others, so I am looking...
Mary can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, mobility assistance, personal care, respite care, dementia & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I have been helping others my entire life. It came natural to me as I grew up helping with my brother who was born with cerebral palsy. I realized it was what I wanted to do with my life so at 16 I got my cna license. I started off working in a nursing home and worked there for 10 yrs before going into home health care. I...
Candy can also help with: Dementia, home modification, light cleaning, hospice services, errands, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Candy is a one of a kind caregiver!! We've had the privilege of having Candy full-time for over 2 years.
She demonstrates a strong work ethic and always went above and beyond! Candy has so much compassion and empathy. She treated my mom like her own mom! She is...
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Rose R.
Watkinsville, GA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'm Looking To Serve Someone Who Is Unable To Help Themselves In Any Way I Can. To Be A Blessing. :)
I love people of all ages ! I am a Christian woman with a servants heart.
For the last 4 years I have been a caregiver to a precious lady with Alzheimer's and Parkinson's. This required feeding, bathing and dressing her. I kept the house in order and clean, as well. I loved my job!
Before that for almost a year I was a...
Rose can also help with: Personal care, companionship, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, errands & more
I have over 15 years of experience. CPR/FA. I can help with personal care, light house keeping, meals and meds, appointments and more.
Families love me and are willing to recommend me.
Kristy can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, errands, respite care, personal care, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
4.5
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Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I have 25 years plus of experience, I'm a CNA as well as a Medical Asst (State Certificate)I can help with dementia, Alzheimer's, stroke patients and Transportation Services, Hospice Services as well as mobility assistance and daily every day needs. I love what I do and I will treat your love one with respect and dignity. I am...
Torcia can also help with: Home modification, dementia, companionship, light cleaning, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
5.0
"Torcia helped us for several weeks providing care for my husband. She was ALWAYS on time, easygoing and kind. She ran errands when needed and was always willing to help out with any needs. "
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I help assist individuals who are living in their own homes and need help with tasks and activities of daily living. I also provide help with household tasks, chores, and other errands. I'm passionate about what I do because I like to help accommodate people with their daily lives.
Patricia can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, errands, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
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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 June, 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 Rating4.7 / 5
Home Care in Athens, GA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews of the 48 listed home care.