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60 home care are listed in Portage, IN
The average rate is $16/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby home care is 9 years
Home care in Portage, IN
I have worked at three senior living facilities and currently work part time for a home health company since February of 2020. I have also provided home care for a few people outside of my main job. I am very patient and always put work first. Willing to travel within northern Indiana and southwest Michigan. I was CNA certified...
Skills:
CNA
I'm a compassionate, caring, honest person who has always had the love for helping families with their loved ones. I started helping families with loved ones in 2020. My experience is with dementia, companionship, , etc. For many years, I've helped families with cleaning their homes, running errand, doctor appointments & social...
Carol can also help with: Meal prep, personal care, light cleaning, dementia, errands
I have 20 years experience as an certified CNA.. I'm worked in nursing home environment and I worked in homes of senior residents... I am compassionate... I am loyal to my work ... and I'm. willing to go that extra mile for the residents I take care of..
Theresa can also help with: Dementia, personal care, hospice services
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
Linda R.
Chesterton, IN
$20-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
I am responsible, reliable, trustworthy and have 7 years of experience senior care, including 2 with dementia patient . My aim is to help seniors through the aging process while keeping their dignity and grace. I will happily help my clients with compassion and patience in any and all ways to lessen their stress and burden. . I...
Linda can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, personal care, meal prep, dementia, errands & more
Shawnel S.
Gary, IN
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi! I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately 10 years of experience caring for Veterans over the age of 50 years old. With me, your Veteran or elderly parent will receive appropriate care, and I'm willing to do additional tasks if requested. Personally, I'm a student and I do have a job as being a...
Shawnel can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, personal care
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Betty H.
Gary, IN
$15-25/hr • 20 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Experience with caring for individuals with dementia parkinson's it sends and other diseases an diseases and disorders
Betty can also help with: Meal prep, live-in home care, light cleaning, dementia, errands, respite care & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
CPR
Wanda O.
Hammond, IN
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Am Looking For CNA/ HHA I Have A Certificate In Alzheimer Care. I Am Looking For Full Time Work .
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Before getting into care-giving I was a medical assistant. I worked in a family care facility along with a cardiologist. They are a husband, wife team. I really have a great compassion for the elderly and after working with a broad spectrum of health care I felt we need to standup and help the elderly, after all who was there...
Wanda can also help with: Respite care, personal care, dementia, home modification
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"She will take good care of your loved one's."
melany R.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am trained to assist with all basic activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, eating, grooming, moving from one place to another, and toileting. I can check vital signs such as blood pressure, respiration and pulse, monitor a client's physical and mental condition; level of exercise; and how much they are...
Yolanda can also help with: Respite care, dementia, live-in home care, hospice services
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"She is honest, punctual and dependable."
Melvalett C.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been working with the elderly and disabled in their homes with personal care shower assistance oral hygiene light house cleaning laundry and shopping for 12 years now. I love what I do and am looking for more clients to care for afternoons or early evenings Mon Tues Wed Thurs Fri.
Kerry can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, errands, dementia, light cleaning, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Kerry made a nice companion for my elderly mother. My mother enjoyed her company. She prepared food for her during her visit and if needed would have helped her use the bathroom. I will use her again as needed and recommend her services."
Lori N.
4.8
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I cared for my mother before she passed away at the age of 16. I administrated shots, and her pills. I gave her baths daily. I made all meals and kept the house clean, she walked with a walker. For the past 30 years, I have helped my brother by preparing his medications, and taking him to doctor appts., and after surgery care....
Rosie can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, dementia, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Rosie cared for my Mom for over 7 years full time. Rosie is so kind and caring. She became part of our family.
She was always looking out for what was best for Mom. Rosie went the extra mile to ensure that everything was done right. Skills included bathing,...
Julie W.
Barbara N.
Merrillville, IN
$20-35/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(10)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi. I am a very compassionate person I've been blessed to have cared for wonderful families. I love working with the elderly it's just like taking care of my own mum.
Barbara can also help with: Personal care, dementia, live-in home care
5.0
"Barb was friendly, professional, gentle, wise, and filled with compassion. She has a way of putting everyone at ease and treats her patients with respect and allows them their dignity. My father did not want a caregiver and he was instant friends with Barb and...
Care member
5.0
(1)
I'm a Certified Nurses Assistant for 26 years now, very experienced, Kind, Caring and caregiving Is my passion. Very knowledgeable about Dementia/Alzheimer's. ALS, Parkinson's disease etc. I have a reliable vehicle with full coverage insurance. I I also do meal prep, medication reminders, house keeping , laundry, and CPR...
Kimberly can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, dementia, live-in home care, personal care & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Kimberly has done a wonderful job taking care of my mother who has Parkinson's. She is very nice, compassionate, patient, and is comfortable with doing all tasks required. She cooks great meals and even did my moms hair! Would highly recommend!"
Laura O.
5.0
(11)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello I'm 41 responsible cna with 20 years of elderly care I have done home care, long term care, dementia care, stroke and disable care I'm able to help with adl, errands, feeding tubes, medication management, drs appts, house cleaning including laundry I'm flexible and able to help with what ever is needed I have a great...
Heidi can also help with: Hospice services, personal care, dementia, respite care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Heidi is a total pro. I can't even begin to describe how much she helped our family. Our Mom had terminal cancer and required 24 hour care. Rain sleet and snow Heidi was always there. She gave our Mom the finest treatment. Heidi is an angel and our family would...
Saul V.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Meal Preparation. I provide companionship on a daily basis by leading an ear or a shoulder to lean on.
Apollonia can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, personal care, meal prep, errands
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Ms. A. is very professional and pleasant. She is an exceptional cleaner and person. We are so blessed to have her in our home."
Brenda M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have over 16 years experience as a Caregiver EMT basic diploma/CNA equivalent. I also have an associates degree in Early Childhood Education and taught Preschool for 15 years. References available upon request. I provide all in home care, reliable transportation, and am able to perform a multitude of tasks (shopping,...
Leslie can also help with: Respite care, personal care, dementia
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Leslie took excellent care of our home organizing and tidying up weekly. She also walked and bathed our 80 pound dog, which is amazing. We retained her services for approximately 6 months, and we would absolutely rehire. "
Nathan P.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been a caregiver for 9 years. My experience includes stroke patients, dementia, hospice, medication management, diabetes management, special needs and transfers with hoyers.
Brenda can also help with: Dementia, respite care, hospice services, personal care
5.0
"Brenda has been taking care of my dad for about 7 months now. She is extremely dependable, patient, and kind. My dad is both paralyzed and non-verbal from a stroke he had, so it's not the easiest to understand what he needs. But Brenda's determination has made...
Elizabeth M.
18 years of experience I've worked in home health for 8 years is several nursing homes and currently working in a hospital as a CNA I'm a very dependable person and easy to get along with.
Skills:
CNA
Denise E.
Hammond, IN
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been in the medical field for over 36 years I have worked in many hospitals U of Chicago and many more as a patient care technician I work a lot with Dementia Alzheimer and Parkinson patients
Denise can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, live-in home care
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
I am a very caring person and a happy person. Always wanting to put a smile on another person and you only live once. Live your life to the fullest
Always be Happy
I like caring for seniors because I try to put myself in their shoes. When my time comes how would I want to be treated and I treat them the way I would want to...
Precious can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, hospice services, live-in home care, light cleaning, home modification & more
Hi, I am a CNA and looking for a CNA or caregiver job . I Am a very caring, experienced caregiver that worked as a personal assistant for a ALS client for 4 years, partime worker at Assisted living and mostly live in caregiver.
I have experienced with dementia, alzeihmers, post surgery, and bed ridden patient., also I am trained...
Thelma can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, hospice services, companionship, meal prep, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
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Recent home care reviews in Portage, IN
Wanda O.
5.0
She will take good care of your loved one's.
- melany R.
Yolanda J.
5.0
She is honest, punctual and dependable.
- Melvalett C.
Kerry D.
5.0
Kerry was phenomenal with my 92 year old Mother and step dad. She gave exceptional care, advice, companionship and suggestions that were insurmountable! I would highly recommend Kerry and we feel like she is family!!
- Care member
Rosie K.
5.0
Rosie is a caring and compassionate person.
She went above and beyond for all of the residents in her care. She was dedicated and loyal to her position. You won't get a better caretaker than Rosie!
- Linda B.
Barbara N.
5.0
Barb was friendly, professional, gentle, wise, and filled with compassion. She has a way of putting everyone at ease and treats her patients with respect and allows them their dignity. My father did not want a caregiver and he was instant friends with Barb and his face lit up when she entered the...
- Care member
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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 June, 2024 is $16.86 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 7 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.