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60 home care are listed in Ocala, FL
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of September 2024
The average experience for nearby home care is 8 years
Home care in Ocala, FL
Kristin K.
Ocala, FL
$25-42/hr • 10 yrs exp
Attentive, Caring, Compassionate Professional Looking To Provide Homecare To You Or Your Loved One
5.0
(5)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I have 4 children, 3 of them are grown and on their own. I also have 3 grandchildren.
I love working with people of all ages!! I have 10 + years experience in the medical field. The last 7 years in Occupational Therapy. I have worked with clients of all ages from 2-100 years old with various diagnosis including Stroke,...
Kristin can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Kristen first came to me to help with the house. I found she helped with everything including boxing up a bed to return. My husband with dementia became comfortable with her. She stayed with him while I ran errands. She just took care of him over a weekend so I...
Rochelle G.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Mrs. Tierra As a dedicated caregiver, I bring to the table over 10 years of invaluable experience within the medical field. At the young age of 31, I have developed an impressive skill set as a CNA and stand out through my sincere commitment to providing top-tier care. I also have a (BLS) from the American Heart...
Tierra can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, live-in home care
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Tierra is so caring and sweet and nice and all the extras that go with the perfect caregiver anyone could ask for. I hired her for my special needs daughter, and she has become, in a very short time, a part of our family and also a friend to me. Very professional,...
Carol F.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a caring and devoted home health aide with over 30 years of experience in the field of assisting, and caring for the elderly. My professional background consists of nursing home care and personal in-home care in caring for the elderly. I am very well-versed in the care of patients with Parkinson's, MS, and Alzheimer's along...
Brenda can also help with: Personal care, respite care, hospice services, companionship, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"I would highly recommend Brenda. She is a dedicated and very caring caregiver. Brenda cared for my Mother, who was in a wheel chair. Thankfully, Brenda was very knowledgeable and had handled patients like my Mom before. Brenda was great about making suggestions...
Katharine M.
5.0
(12)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am compassionate caregiver with 20 years experience. I care attitude of optimism and encouragement. Currently, I provide care for senior couple in morning Tuesday- Fridays, so my afternoons and most of weekends are open. and I can assist with medications, toileting, baths and diaper changes and feeding ,I learned ambulatory...
Anna can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, respite care, personal care
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Anna is caring, considerate, polite and very helpful. I am currently using Anna abd would hire her again in a heartbeat. I highly recommend Anna and her services. DK"
Care member
5.0
(8)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Reliable, hardworking, kind, and non smoker. Available to do all aspects of senior care including personal care, errands, shopping, driving to doctors appointments, grooming and bathing, cooking, cleaning, assisting with medication, likes animals, I have worked with Dementia and Alzheimer's patients would like the opportunity to...
Debra can also help with: Companionship, personal care, dementia, errands, meal prep, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Debbie cared for my sister who was an early onset dementia patient. Debbie was reliable, on time, flexible when needed. Debbie was extremely patient, kind and diligent with my sister who was non-verbal. She kept my sister's environment and clothing scrupulously...
Maryann W.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 10 years experience of being a Certified nursing assistant and 12
years of home health experience! I have a homemaker/companion license and I love to take care of families loved ones and try to make things as easy as possible for everyone. Please contact me today
Brittney can also help with: Respite care, dementia, live-in home care, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Brittney helped navigate my family through a very difficult time. She did an incredible job caring for my father while supporting my mother through the labyrinth of home care. With me living in another state, I never had to worry while Brittney was there. "
Colleen G.
5.0
(3)
Hello, and thank you for stopping by. First off, I am fully COVID vaccinated, and can pass a level ll background check. I am CNA trained & in good standing. I have 10 years experience caring for seniors. I offer personal care, medication management, meal preparation,, light housekeeping, laundry, errands, grocery shopping. I am...
Rebecca can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, dementia, meal prep, companionship, hospice services & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"She is great! She took care of my Uncle. We lived in NJ and he was in Florida. She always kept in touch with us. If she had any concerns, she would always let us know. Anybody she takes care of is lucky to have her. My Uncle thought she was great!!"
Karen A.
Jennie C.
Ocala, FL
$15-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I love being a COMPANION to elderly people. I love their stories. I could sit and listen to them for hours. My mother had Alzheimer's and I took care of her for 10 years before she passed. I took several months off and then decided I needed to do something worthwhile. My first thought was the elderly. In the last several years I...
Jennie can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, errands, dementia, transportation
5.0
"Jennie help us with my mom. She was very nice and on time. my mom enjoy the company We had no worries when left with her."
Jennifer S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Debbie. I enjoy working with seniors. I have always had a very special connection with the elderly. I provided care for my father in his senior years.
I would very much like to be considered for this position. Please contact me. Thank you
Debbie can also help with: Errands, meal prep, personal care, light cleaning, transportation
5.0
"Debbie was an excellent caretaker for my husband with dementia. She is very patient, caring and resourceful. She would discuss options of places to go, like restaurants, dog walks, etc. and included him on the decisions. She suggested new activities for him. In...
Lisa C.
5.0
(1)
Vaccinated Professional Senior Caregiver with over 9 years experience taking care of the elderly in the comfort of there home. Very reliable, honest, trustworthy and organized. I am dedicated in helping my clients maintain independence and enjoy the luxuries of there own home. Areas of Expertise: Following care plan and home...
Vanessia can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning, respite care, personal care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Very patient and kind. Will hire again."
Care member
Shelly Z.
Ocala, FL
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been in the medical field for over 25 years with most of my career in skilled and long term care nursing. I have worked with dementia and Alzheimer's patients. I moved to Florida from Arizona
to be closer to family and I am currently looking for some part-time work
Shelly can also help with: Personal care, dementia, respite care
5.0
(1)
I Provide Extended Care, live in care, companionship, meal Prep, light House Keeping, House management assistance, etc. Travel Certified Nursing Assistant, Hospital and rehab experienced, assisted living facility knowledgeable; med tech certification, hospice experienced, spinal cord injury experienced, dementia experience. Peer...
Missy can also help with: Errands, dementia, hospice services, home modification, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
Wound Care
5.0
"Yes I would hire Missy again she a very good worker. She is wonderful. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Have Experience taking care of older gentleman with limited mobility as live in all around help for final 4 years of his life. Just bought new home in Ocala so not looking for live in position at this time. Can cook meals, organizes meds, transfer and provide personal care help, minor cleaning and provide transportation
Have...
Steven can also help with: Meal prep, mobility assistance, companionship, errands, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Steven is doing a great job He is really helping me take care of my husband and even handling small chores and transportation for us as well. My husband feels much more comfortable with a strong man helping than a woman who he might accidentally knock over if...
Karen F.
Hi. After working as a crisis intervention specialist for the last two years in Ocala I have decided to pursue my passion in elder care. My previous employment in elder care lasted for 8 years, before becoming qualified as an advocate for those in need. I am compassionate, reliable and have undergone many trainings to care for...
Jacalynn can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, transportation, meal prep
Nurse graduate with over 5 years of senior care experience. I can cook, clean and take care of any personal and hygiene for your love one. I can drive your love ones to doctors appts, run errands and pick up groceries. Please contact me if you have further questions.
Giovanni can also help with: Live-in home care
Skills:
CPR
Farida G.
Ocala, FL
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have 3 years of experience caring for seniors. I love my job and I have also excellent references for my previous work.
I have been in Retail Business Management for 23 years. My experience with all my customers has been very rewarding to me and I truly enjoy helping others. I would like to provide my services as a caregiver for someone. I am a kind, compassionate, loving person and will treat them like they are my own family. I am also an animal...
Suzanne can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, mobility assistance, errands, companionship & more
Candis M.
Ocala, FL
$19-23/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Greetings to my potential family! My name is Candis and I am pleased and honored to meet your sacred needs. I'd describe my personality as Outgoing, dependable and Loving for ALL people!
I like caring for seniors because ever since I was
a little girl, and I used to volunteer at nursing homes and read to the elderly, My love...
Candis can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, meal prep, live-in home care, errands, light cleaning & more
Hello, my name is Walter and I am a Graphic Designer who is now retired. Now I have dedicated myself to art and my artworks has been displayed here in Ocala FL for years.
I am a senior provider with experience. I am a caring and compassionate companion. I am a very safe driver for rides to appointments or whatever is needed. My...
Walter can also help with: Dementia, errands, companionship, live-in home care, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
I have 2 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Light Housecleaning. I recently relocated to Ocala from western NY where I was the Activities Director at a small boutique senior living home. My role there was to customize meaningful activity programs to cater to each individual and their family within...
Trisha can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, meal prep, personal care, errands & more
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Recent home care reviews in Ocala, FL
Kristin K.
5.0
Kristin was a wonderful professional. I hired her to help set up and unpack my parents' new home when we moved here last year. She helped with: cleaning, organizing, unpacking, donations, putting together shelving, picking up groceries as well as caring for my mother as needed. She even tolerated...
- Kim M.
Tierra C.
5.0
Tierra is kind, compassionate and empathetic. She is knowledgeable, sincere and provides an important service for me. Companionship for my father. He has moderate dementia yet remembers my "Friend Tierra". He tells her at the end of her visit she is welcome anytime! I am grateful I have another set...
- Chrystine C.
Brenda L.
5.0
I would highly recommend Brenda. She is a dedicated and very caring caregiver. Brenda cared for my Mother, who was in a wheel chair. Thankfully, Brenda was very knowledgeable and had handled patients like my Mom before. Brenda was great about making suggestions on how to make Mom more...
- Katharine M.
Anna N.
5.0
Anna is caring, considerate, polite and very helpful. I am currently using Anna abd would hire her again in a heartbeat. I highly recommend Anna and her services. DK
- Care member
Debra C.
5.0
Debbie took care of my mom with dementia for the last few years of her life. She worked with my aunt to manage our other girls and all of my mom's care. She never stopped moving. If my mom was sleeping, she was cleaning or preparing for the week & something that was very important to me, she would...
- Katie G.
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FAQs for finding home care in Ocala, FL
How much does private home care cost per hour near me in Ocala, FL?
The average rate for hiring a home care provider in Ocala, FL as of September, 2024 is $18.80 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 Ocala, FL?
Care.com has 41 home care providers for seniors in Ocala, 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 Ocala, 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 Ocala, FL?
The types of home health care services near you in Ocala, 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 Ocala, 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 Ocala, FL?
If you need to hire senior home care near you in Ocala, 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 Ocala, FL?
When you’re hiring in home health care services near you in Ocala, 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 Ocala, FL home care listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Home Care in Ocala, FL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 46 reviews of the 60 listed home care.