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60 home care are listed in Portage, IN
The average rate is $17/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby home care is 9 years
Home care in Portage, IN
4.1
(9)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I have extensive experience in the CNA field companion Care. I take my job serious and I am good at what I do. I am trustworthy, kind, and compassionate and have the experience that a family is looking for with their loved one, I am honest and dependable, I also have a background check and DMV check on file with care. com that I...
Lisa can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, companionship, live-in home care, hospice services, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Lisa is a very caring person. She was able to handle our father even though he could be very challenging. She worked effectively with our dad's team of caregivers and was with him and the family at the time of his passing. Our dad was in good hands with Lisa. She...
Melissa S.
5.0
(1)
I am a mother of 4 and I have always had a love for helping those that need it. I currently work for a company that helps those with developmental disabilities achieve independence and promote choice. With this I have had to play many roles. I aide with transportation, hygiene, cooking, shopping, provide companionship, goal...
Iris can also help with: Live-in home care, respite care, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Iris is an amazing person and open to providing quality care for people when they need it most!"
Care member
I'm retired from the Navy (Hospital Corpsman) and from the federal goverment.
I'm passionate about serving and helping others. I've returned to what I am very passionate about and that is supporting family needs and providing support to the elderly.
I've provided companion care for 2 incredible elderly ladies. I provided...
Marilyn can also help with: Personal care, home modification, dementia
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Besides owning my own business I am a certified counselor with years of experience caring for infants through senior adults. I'd be delighted if you trusted me with caring for your family!
* I don't have reviews through care. com but I do have multiple five star reviews through another company and local character/work...
Carrie can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, companionship, personal care
My name is sevoy. I am a caregiver as well as a nursing student. My passion for helping others is why I pursued a career in healthcare! I am excited to continue my journey of being a helping hand to those in need!
Sevoy can also help with: Personal care, dementia, meal prep, hospice services, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Steffani D.
Portage, IN
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
LPN Available For Elderly Care Part Time/as Needed. 10+ Years Experience.
Hi! My name is Steffani. I am a LPN. I have 20 years of experience with elderly care. I currently work full time at an assisted living facility. I am very versatile and competent. I am very knowledgeable in all areas of care. I am First Aid and CPR certified. Can provide several references and paperwork verifying certifications....
Steffani can also help with: Dementia, personal care
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 7 years experience as a caregiver. I have been trained to do almost anything one could need. I can bathe in a bathtub, bed bath, or shower. I can prepare meals and feed a patient. I know how to check a temperature, blood pressure, heartbeat, blood sugar and oxidation. I can use a Hoyer lift for bed ridden patients. I can...
Barbara can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
I have 9 years of experience. I can help with Home Care and Personal Care. I am also a certified nursing assistant I have worked in home care nursing homes also hospitals... I am also CPR trained I am certified in dementia
Samia can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, personal care, errands, respite care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Rhonda I've had a few clients since I joined.. and I have been a CNA for 10+ years doing in home care as well as facilities ... I am very open to days and hours. I also do nails and hair including cutting at no extra cost... my response time is not low.. usually when someone reaches out to me they provide a number , so I...
Rhonda can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, respite care, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Very considerate and helpful person. Very capable."
Care member
Carla R.
Valparaiso, IN
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have worked with senior citizens for 23 years.. I love my job. I am compassionate and dependable. I've worked extensive with dementia and Alzheimer's patients. I hope you consider me to care for loved one.
Carla can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, mobility assistance, companionship, errands & more
5.0
"Carla took care of my mother in law who suffered from advanced dementia and other complications. She is professional, caring and most importantly knowledgeable in her craft. She has been a great help making the difficult process easier for the family! I'd not...
Amy W.
Melissa L.
Chesterton, IN
$10-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hi there , My name is Melissa I have been a caregiver for elders for 5 years and a house keeper over 15 years .. A little about me . I enjoy volunteer at a disability horse ranch and I love to cook and bake and spending time with my family . Looking forward to meeting you and your family ...
Melissa can also help with: Visiting physician, respite care, dementia, hospice services, personal care, home modification & more
5.0
"She is a very caring person and easy to get along with and take pride in caregiving."
Sammy M.
Ntally K.
Gary, IN
$33/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
I have 7 yrs of Home Health care experience. I have assisted with self-administered medications while faithfully following strict state regulations and guidelines. Patiently communicate with patients; will perform additional supportive duties as requested by Patient and within State regulations and Guidelines. Accepts and offers...
Ntally can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, errands, live-in home care, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Ms. K. was such a help and a angel! She helped care for my ailing grandmother as if it was her own grandmother. She is dependable , reliable, honest and a hard worker. I would hire her again in a minute. Thank you for the wonderful service!"
Azzy S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been working as a private CNA for over 10 years, and have a lot of experience working with clients with dementia and MS.
My responsibility was to provide a holistic approach to the needs and care of the elderly in their homes, nursing facilities, and assisted living communities.
I was providing safety, mobility, comfort...
Irina can also help with: Dementia, companionship, meal prep, personal care, respite care, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"My family hired Irina to help with companion care for my mother with Alzheimer's disease. The goal of this was to help get my mother out of the house and regain some of the freedom the disease had taken away. Irina was amazing and patient with my mother. Irina...
Michael G.
5.0
(5)
Hello I'm a 9 year experienced caregiver! I started this journey in 2013 with my first patient with Alzheimer's and dementia. I was with her for 6 years until she passed. Afterwards I've had multiple hospice patients, traumatic brain injury, stroke patients and more! I also have experience in wound care, diabetes, feeding tube,...
Brittany can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, live-in home care, companionship, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
5.0
"Brittany was a caregiver for both my Mom & Dad for 2 years. I can't say enough good things about the amazing care she gave. Not only did she handle their physical needs professionally with ease, but she also provided them with constant upbeat/positive, emotional...
Leigh S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a caregiver for about 10 yrs now... I use to work for an agency for about 7 yrs after my last client who I cared for for about 5 yrs passed away I than went out on my own.... currently I care for two women who have dementia... I also just do showers.... I will run any errands that are needed cook meals do some...
Priscilla can also help with: Personal care, dementia
Dana Z.
Hobart, IN
$27-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
A Healthcare Liaison/PBT, That Provides Care, Companionship & Kindness During The Aging Process.
4.9
(9)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I began my education in psychology & Sociology, furthering into phlebotomy & LPN, wanting to push forward to eventually a RN. I have worked in many different medical areas (from home care, nursing homes, assisted living, hospital, clinical labs & Dialysis). I have been blessed in working with some extraordinary people and my...
Dana can also help with: Hospice services, visiting nurse, home modification, respite care, dementia, personal care & more
4.0
"Dana is very caring and compassionate. She is working to help meet our needs in a very holistic fashion, from all aspects of care. Thank you Dana."
Amita R.
I truly believe the work I do with seniors is my calling I enjoy helping seniors with daily tasks such as bathing/dressing preparing meals medication reminders helping with going to restroom and changing of pull ups/diapers transfers I have worked with clients that need extra help such as dementia, Alzheimer, and schizophrenic...
Patricia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, hospice services, personal care, companionship & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Home Health Aide
Sharon D.
Valparaiso, IN
$17-18/hr • 10 yrs exp
Make Patients Comfortable I Treat Patients As If I Have 15yrs For Caring For Patients Ithey R Family
Hi I'm Sharon I've been a care giver for 15 yrs I love my job and give the best care too all my patients I do pretty much everything you need help with call me I'd like too meet you and your loved one you need help with
Sharon can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care, errands, hospice services, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
I have been working with seniors for the last 20 years. Years of experience with Alzheimer's and Dementia patients. My goal is to help the elderly maintain their independence and quality of life.
Mari can also help with: Dementia, respite care, personal care, hospice services
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Rebecca D.
Valparaiso, IN
$15/hr • 8 yrs exp
I have 7. 5 years experience plus a cna background. I love working with the elderly. I am very dependable and always on time for my shifts.
I'd describe my personality as compassionate, caring, and reliable
I like caring for seniors because it's in my blood, and it's what I firmly believe I was put on earth to do.
I'm...
Rebecca can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, errands, transportation, light cleaning, personal care & more
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Recent home care reviews in Portage, IN
Lisa G.
5.0
I ended up in quite a pickle when my step dad ended up in the hospital and my mom was dealing with fracture after a fall. I posted for help on care and was suddenly flooded with applicants. After LOTS of calls and research, I chose Lisa who was able to start quickly, didn't have all the day/time...
- Kim R.
Iris M.
5.0
Iris is an amazing person and open to providing quality care for people when they need it most!
- Care member
Rhonda J.
5.0
Very considerate and helpful person. Very capable.
- Care member
Carla R.
5.0
We hired Carla to care for my dad, who has Alzheimer’s. She is wonderful! She is kind, compassionate and experienced working with seniors who have Alzheimer’s. I appreciate her for all of the fun and creative activities that she did with my dad to keep him active. Also, her communication was...
- Samantha R.
Melissa L.
5.0
Melissa was wonderful with my elderly father.
- Ellie S.
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FAQs for finding home care in Portage, IN
How much does private home care cost per hour near me in Portage, IN?
The average rate for hiring a home care provider in Portage, IN as of May, 2024 is $17.62 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 Portage, IN?
Care.com has 8 home care providers for seniors in Portage, IN. 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 Portage, IN 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 Portage, IN?
The types of home health care services near you in Portage, IN 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 Portage, IN 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 Portage, IN?
If you need to hire senior home care near you in Portage, IN, 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 Portage, IN?
When you’re hiring in home health care services near you in Portage, IN, 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 Portage, IN home care listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Home Care in Portage, IN are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews of the 60 listed home care.