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47 home care are listed in Scranton, PA
The average rate is $16/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby home care is 6 years
Home care in Scranton, PA
Dian M.
Scranton, PA
$18/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I have 25 years of experience. I can help with Home Care as well as personal care. My experience consist of children with special needs, residential counselor, home health aide, companion care for seniors. Experienced with Alzheimer's, Dimentia and hospice care. I'm very reliable. Look forward to assisting with your loved one's...
Dian can also help with: Hospice services, errands, personal care, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I am a 43 year old paraplegic male, and I worked with Dian for several years and she is very compassionate and caring, she is a very hard worker and goes above and beyond in every aspect. It was a joy knowing that she was part of my care team. "
Care member
I have over 25 years of experience in professional caretaking. Over these years I have worked in Emergency Rooms, ICU units, Open Heart units, Telemetry units, and Home Health Care Services. I am extremely qualified and look forward to continuing to work within this field, helping people is my passion.
Todd can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, live-in home care, personal care, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
I always enjoyed helping seniors in the comfort of their own homes. Being there to assist in their everyday lifestyle, helping with household chores that became a little difficult over the years. Knowing that you're helping someone and making things a little easier is very rewarding.
Lori can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, personal care
Stephanie B.
Scranton, PA
$18/hr • 5 yrs exp
I've taking care of my grandmother until she passed. I have the patience and love for seniors, I'm responsible caring and loving. I'm experienced in hospice care.
Stephanie can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, light cleaning, errands, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
My name is Cindy, and I have experience in working with seniors. I was a CNA at a local nursing home, and also provided in-home care for a family through an agency.
Although my recent work experience is not in senior care, I helped provide care for my father and mother before they passed away
I am currently working out of the...
Cindy can also help with: Respite care, visiting physician, dementia, personal care
Paula G.
Scranton, PA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a caregiver for the past 32 years. I worked in a nursing home for 8 years as a cna and for the past 24 years I have been working as an individual caregiver. I will care for your loved one as I care for my own. I am able to help with dressing, bathing, errands, meal prep, medication reminders, and more
Paula can also help with: Personal care
Bridget B.
Scranton, PA
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Home Health Companionship/Skilled Nursing/Light Housekeeping/Meal Prep/Part Time Work
I have been a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) since 1991... I have worked in Nursing Homes for most of my career.... I have been doing home health for the last 10 years... My experience which covers 30+ years of caring for countless individuals with many many different condition and ailments and their families.... This is my...
Skills:
CNA
I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Home Care. I am good with pets. I am interested in interested in helping others achieve their quality of life I am healthy and fit and will help you reach those goals if they are yours as well I am well read with many life experiences ; consequerntly , a...
Denise can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands, respite care
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 30 years of experience of taking care of Dementia, Alzheimer's, MS, ALS, and just overall companionship for loved ones. I'm passionate about giving the best care that I can and treating them with respect. I would love to help you and your loved one.
Jodi can also help with: Dementia, personal care, respite care
5.0
"Jodi was an absolute joy, very kind and helpful, highly recommend!
"
Susan V.
Fatoumata S.
Olyphant, PA
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I care for people as if they were my own family and how I'd want them treated. I'm very passionate about senior care, kind, caring, calm and very patient and empathetic. I'm able to provide both physical and emotional support to clients, help with meal preparation, medication reminders, bathing and dressing, bathroom assistance,...
Fatoumata can also help with: Hospice services, live-in home care, errands, light cleaning, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"She is a very professional caregiver! She takes care of your loved one like they are her own. She cooks/cleans and goes
Far beyond expectations! She nursed My mom back with health!"
Kathleen E.
Dorothea N.
Peckville, PA
$18-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Home Health Caregiver Keeping Your Loved One Independent At Home
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I enjoy helping others, and would like to help you or your loved one remain independent at home. As a former respiratory therapist, I have been in the health care field for 20 years, both in a hospital setting and in home care. I have experience with patients with various conditions. I also have my current background check . I...
Dorothea can also help with: Errands, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, companionship & more
5.0
"Dorothea is very caring and compassionate individual. She is responsible and respectful. She provided my mother with great care and she would be a perfect choice when looking for someone."
Care member
Fran M.
Pittston, PA
$18-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Very Passionate Personal Care Aide Looking For Full Time Hours To Care For Your Loved One
Very passionate mother of 3 adult children willing to care for your loved one . I worked around and with the elderly for 20 years . I can supply references . love pets I have 2 small dogs of my own . love interacting and putting a smile on my clients face I'm silly and fun I'm very positive and loving .. I will help with...
Fran can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, errands, home modification & more
I have 9 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Home healthcare Babysitting etc..
Shellie can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, personal care, hospice services, meal prep
I am a mother of four children, two boys and two girls, ages seven to 24. I worked in the hospital doing phlebotomy and laboratory assisting for 12 plus years. I have had the honor of taking care of both sets of grandparents and my uncle who were all in Hospice Care at home. I did all of their banking, cooking, cleaning and...
Lisa can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, companionship, hospice services, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
I'm a positive enthusiastic easy going cna. I have 8 years of experience I love what I do. I'm confident that I have the skills to help you with your needs. I have experience with hospice dementia long-term care and much more. I am also CPR/first aide certified and enrolled in nursing school. I love taking care seniors:)
Jaylisa can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, personal care & more
Skills:
CNA
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am very interested in caring for others especially older adults. I am very patient, caring and understanding. I have cared for adults in all stages of life with all aspects of personal care and ADLs.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Medication certified.
CPR certified.
First Aid certified.
20 + years experience.
Dementia and Alzheimer's care experience.
Worked many years with individuals with special needs including IED, intellectually disabled, and Autism.
Very flexible.
Professional references available.
Reliable.
Own transportation.
Meghan can also help with: Personal care, dementia, respite care, hospice services, home modification
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
Amanda K.
Moscow, PA
$20-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Available for any and all services requested.
References available upon request.
Experience with making your senior loved one enjoy and succeed on things they wish to accomplish from daily living to there future. Your loved one will be OUR loved one.
Amanda can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Hi,
My name is Sharon, and I am interested in a caregiver position. I am honest, trustworthy, dependable, and a responsible employee. I have recently worked for a school. I do light cleaning, errands, cooking, and laundry as well as assist your family member according to their needs. I am a very caring person and my past work...
Sharon can also help with: Companionship, errands, light cleaning, meal prep
I have 6 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Hospice Services. I have experience with both dementia and Alzheimer's disease and strategies to help towards better living for individuals struggling with these conditions.
Courtney can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, personal care, errands, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
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Recent home care reviews in Scranton, PA
Dian M.
5.0
Our family could not be happier with Dian. She is outstanding going above & beyond the care for our Mom. Kind - efficient - lovely - warm & caring. Very pleased & thankful for the excellent care that Dian had given our Mom!!
- Valerie C.
Jodi P.
5.0
My mom has been working with Jodi for over a year and I don't know what we would do without her. We are all out of town and just needed a reliable transport but Jodi had become so much more to us. Jodi has become an advocate and a confidant for my mom. My mom's words: 'Jodi is wonderful, kind,...
- Maureen M.
Fatoumata S.
5.0
Fatima is loved by my parents. Very knowledgeable and professional. Stays busy always. Looks for ways to be helpful. She made a difference in care of my father.
- Susan C.
Dorothea N.
5.0
Dorothea is very caring and compassionate individual. She is responsible and respectful. She provided my mother with great care and she would be a perfect choice when looking for someone.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding home care in Scranton, PA
How much does private home care cost per hour near me in Scranton, PA?
The average rate for hiring a home care provider in Scranton, PA as of May, 2024 is $16.50 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 Scranton, PA?
Care.com has 8 home care providers for seniors in Scranton, PA. 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 Scranton, PA 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 Scranton, PA?
The types of home health care services near you in Scranton, PA 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 Scranton, PA 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 Scranton, PA?
If you need to hire senior home care near you in Scranton, PA, 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 Scranton, PA?
When you’re hiring in home health care services near you in Scranton, PA, 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.