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33 home care are listed in Fort Walton Beach, FL
The average rate is $22/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby home care is 8 years
Home care in Fort Walton Beach, FL
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I am Vivian. I have 40 years experience in nursing homes and private care. I left the nursing homes about 15 years ago and went in to private one on one care.. My passion is taking care of seniors and disabled people.. I am very reliable. I understand the mental and emotional and physical needs of seniors on a daily...
Vivian can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, light cleaning, errands, hospice services, home modification & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"She is absolutely our Angel! She goes above & beyond and took great care of my mom. My mom is picky and can be hard to please. My mom told me that I couldn't have picked a better caregiver! We highly recommend her."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Known as geniune, trustworthy and hardworking individual.
I am experienced in working with children, elderly and individuals that are physicaly and mentally challenged.
I consider all clients to be family and always make it my duty to ensure that they are treated as such.
5.0
"It takes a special person to care for the the elderly, Aimee sure has a heart for it, she has never let us down very dependable & trustworthy. She has always go beyond for the care of our grandmother, were very appreciative of you, and thankful for all that...
Carl H.
5.0
(1)
I have 14 years experience working as a CNA/PCT in numerous healthcare settings and currently focus on home health. I find joy in caring and helping others in need and strive to make their lives a little more manageable. Finding a quality and trustworthy caregiver is difficulty to find these days; let me show you we are still...
Holland can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, errands, dementia, meal prep, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Holland was a wonderful caretaker for my Mom. She took her job very seriously and was very patient with my mother. I highly recommend Holland to anyone in need of a thoughtful, kind caretaker."
Barbara G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a CNA for over 15 years. I have been at the same job for over 12 years. I love my job and can relate to the elder. I'm currently working as a supervisor at a home health company. CPR certified. I have all my Ceu's. I love to travel and very fun loving. Willing to go above and beyond.
Katrina can also help with: Personal care, live-in home care, home modification, visiting physician, respite care, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Katrina is extremely helpful, punctual, courteous, and dependable. We highly recommend her. "
Gemma O.
5.0
(6)
Am a health care assistant /caregiver who had over 10 years of experience working in the United Kingdom, Canada and the United state. I love what I do care for seniors and person with disabilities . Im very compassionate, caring and very communicative and will go a extra mile to make my clients happy and comfortable.
Cassandra can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, errands, hospice services, dementia, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"As my Mom has deteriorated rapidly over this past year, we've had to rely caregivers to watch and care for her 24/7
As a retired nurse, my expectations are extremely high. I ALWAYS Felt that Mom was carefully watched and cared for with Cassandra. She brings years...
Debbie C.
Shelly G.
Fort Walton Beach, FL
$18-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part Time Care Giver Available Starting Jan 2023
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi. My name is Shelly and I will be interested in a full time or part time position. I've worked in the medical field for over 40 years. I have had many wonderful positions thru care. com. I look forward to talking with you!
Shelly can also help with: Errands, transportation, companionship, meal prep, personal care, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"We hired Shelly as a caregiver to my 99-year-old mother. Shelly was wonderful with her. My mother loved her. She is compassionate, hardworking, and trustworthy. She stayed with mom right up to the end and cared for all of her needs. Shelly is a great person and...
Care member
Monica S.
Fort Walton Beach, FL
$25-34/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
My name is Monica, I have 4 daughters. They are 30, 28, 18, and 10! We also just welcomed my first grand baby! My passion is working for people who need love, patience, and attention. I have worked with patients with dementia for over 5 years, and I treat each one of them like they are my own family.
Monica can also help with: Personal care, errands, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep
5.0
"Monica was an absolute godsend when it was most needed. She was always prompt and very caring with my husband. She never like to sit still and was always doing something when he did not need help. She was very. Attentive to his needs, and also gave him the upmost...
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been a licensed CNA for over 25 years. I also have my CPR and First Aide updated Training. I worked for a Home Health Agency for 12 years as a field staff and Office Manager. Then worked as a Tech/CNA for HCA Hospital for 7 years. I have been working Private Duty Care for the last 6 Years. I have References upon Request.
Linda can also help with: Respite care, dementia, hospice services, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"I can't say enough positive things about Linda. She was a true God send for us at a very challenging time. She cared for our Mom in her last weeks with dignity, compassion and love. At 90 with limited mobility and failing mental capacity, Mom could be feisty. Linda...
Zenia R.
I am a Certified Nurse Assistant with five years experience. I am very patient , understanding , friendly , caring and enjoy putting a smile on your loved one face. I've worked in nursing homes with patient with Parkinson , Dementia and incontinence. I know you would love to have me as part of your family base on the care I...
Lesia can also help with: Dementia, respite care, personal care
Skills:
CNA
I am CNA and retired Air Force EMT and dental assistant. I provide personalized care to elderly patients in nursing homes, hospitals, patients homes, and assisted living facilities. Looking to apply compassion and extensive knowledge of CNA practices to provide exceptional patient care. CPR/first aid certified, feeding...
Akima can also help with: Live-in home care, companionship, light cleaning, dementia, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
I'd describe my personality as loyal, caring, loving and joyful.
I love caring for seniors because it's my passion.
I started caring for seniors 24 years ago. work in a nursing home for 18 years, I learned a lot, I was over Head CNA with means I was over all the CNA's in the building. six years ago I started doing home health...
Ruth can also help with: Errands, meal prep, transportation, light cleaning, dementia
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
CNA
I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Home Care. I love doing things, like going for a walk, going to the beach and trying different foods.
Giselle can also help with: Errands
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
Diane I.
Fort Walton Beach, FL
$31-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
R.N. Experience With All Ages From Neonatal To Geriatrics
I have 38yrs experience as a nurse. I started at age 20 and nursing is all I've ever known. I love it. It is truly my calling! I have experience with all ages from birth to the elderly including everyday care and critical care!
Thanks for your consideration, Sincerely Diane
Diane can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, dementia, errands, light cleaning, personal care & more
Skills:
CPR
Hannah F.
Fort Walton Beach, FL
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Home Health Aide Available Full-Time/ CNA And CPR Certified/ 3 Years Experience.
I excel in: Multi-tasking, Medical Teamwork, Bedside Manner, Infection Control, Nursing Skills, Health Promotion and Maintenance, Creating a Safe, Effective Environment, Informing Others, Judgment, Pain Management, Acute/Critical Care
I Provide patients' personal hygiene by giving bedpans, urinals, baths, backrubs, shampoos,...
Skills:
CNA
I have been a Family Assistant for 12 years, helping families with a variety of needs, including all aspects of in home senior care.
I have experience in many aspects of senior in home care; immobility (quadriplegia/bed bound, transferring, hygiene), Alzheimer's/dementia, as well as long term hospice and end of life care. I...
Christina can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, personal care, mobility assistance, companionship, dementia & more
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
1. I helped a daughter out with her 90-year-old mom for about a year. I went by 2x a day meals, comoanionship, med mgmt, appointments 2. I also spent the night with an elderly woman for a week and visited w her in the am, had coffee and visited w her each morning made sure her hearing aids were taken care of and have gone back...
April can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care, errands, meal prep, companionship, transportation & more
5.0
"April helped me out with my mom for a week. She was willing to stop by a couple of times a day to prepare a meal and for a quick visit. Very conscientious. We really appreciated her!"
Andrea T.
Marilyn Z.
Holt, FL
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm Marilyn leaving in Holt Florida, I'm a Certified Nursing assistant for Almost 13 years. Hardworking and energetic, personable with a positive attitude. Supervised and assisted CNA's in providing basic nursing care to geriatric patients. Worked in an assisted living for almost 12 or 13 years. Took care a residents that are...
Marilyn can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, mobility assistance, dementia, errands, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Marilyn was fantastic caring for my mother. She really worked well with her. My mom had complex needs with dementia and Marilyn really knew how to take care of her. I would highly recommend her. "
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Caring for seniors is probably the greatest responsibility we have. Those who have walked before us have given so much and made possible the life we all enjoy. Being emphatic, caring, kind, patient and responsible comes naturally for me when I am assisting families with their love ones. I have experienced in preparing meals,...
Kayan can also help with: Personal care, visiting physician, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Kayan was very dependable and caring. She treated my mom like she was her own. She always would work in her own initiative, I never would have to tell her what to do. I recommend her to anyone out there that’s looking for a nurturing and loving individual to take...
Care member
5.0
(6)
I have been doing elderly Care since teens. I am 42 years old. I am a sole provider! I do not tolerate neglect or abuse I will love your loved one as if they were mine! I will treat them with utmost respect! I will give them a voice when they can't have one! I will be there legs, I will run errands, I will take to doctors, I...
Amber can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, companionship, errands, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Amber helped me take care of my wife while she was in the hospital. She has a lot of compassion and kept the nursing staff on the ball. "
Care member
5.0
(5)
I have 36 years of nursing experience. I can help with medication management, transportation, companionship and dementia care.
Jeannine can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, dementia, errands, respite care, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Jeannine is a very caring, professional with great confidence and bedside manner. "
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Recent home care reviews in Fort Walton Beach, FL
Vivian H.
5.0
Vivian was a breathe of fresh air when she arrived to help us. She understood what needed to be done and got started immediately.
Although our time with her was short we would absolutely welcome her back into our home anytime.
- Bill D.
Aimee S.
5.0
It takes a special person to care for the the elderly, Aimee sure has a heart for it, she has never let us down very dependable & trustworthy. She has always go beyond for the care of our grandmother, were very appreciative of you, and thankful for all that you Do, Thanks so much Aimee and may...
- Carl H.
Holland C.
5.0
Holland was a wonderful caretaker for my Mom. She took her job very seriously and was very patient with my mother. I highly recommend Holland to anyone in need of a thoughtful, kind caretaker.
- Barbara G.
Katrina J.
5.0
Katrina is extremely helpful, punctual, courteous, and dependable. We highly recommend her.
- Gemma O.
Cassandra L.
5.0
She was very kind and helpful with my father in the last year of his life.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding home care in Fort Walton Beach, FL
How much does private home care cost per hour near me in Fort Walton Beach, FL?
The average rate for hiring a home care provider in Fort Walton Beach, FL as of May, 2024 is $22.36 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 Fort Walton Beach, FL?
Care.com has 14 home care providers for seniors in Fort Walton Beach, FL. 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 Fort Walton Beach, FL 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 Fort Walton Beach, FL?
The types of home health care services near you in Fort Walton Beach, FL 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 Fort Walton Beach, FL 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 Fort Walton Beach, FL?
If you need to hire senior home care near you in Fort Walton Beach, FL, 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 Fort Walton Beach, FL?
When you’re hiring in home health care services near you in Fort Walton Beach, FL, 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 Fort Walton Beach, FL home care listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Home Care in Fort Walton Beach, FL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 22 reviews of the 33 listed home care.