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60 home care are listed in Smithfield, VA
The average rate is $20/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby home care is 3 years
Home care in Smithfield, VA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I'm motivated, enthusiastic, very reliable and flexible former teacher who changed her field of interest and became a caregiver. I can help with transportation services, light housework, meal preparation, bathing, dressing, provide patients with emotional support and instruction e. g. how to adapt to disability or illness,...
Daniela can also help with: Dementia, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, personal care, hospice services & more
5.0
"I hired Daniela to transport me to and from an outpatient surgery. She was not only on time but a little early to ensure we arrived on time in case of traffic. Very pleasant personality and put me at ease right away. Thanks Daniela!"
Paul G.
Elizabeth W.
Windsor, VA
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-time - Full-time Depending On Which Days/hours During The Week/weekend Senior Caregiver
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Mother of 3 boys. I enjoy helping people big, small, young and young at heart. I have experience with youngsters from my own and in my younger years. My more recent care experience is with more aged individuals for the last 9 years. I've worked with Long term care, Hospice, Dementia/Alzheimer's, Special needs, Skilled/Therapy...
Elizabeth can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, companionship, errands, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"This girl is fantastic with the elderly who has dementia, agitation issues and hallucinations!! I wish I had found her long before I did! She is great, calm, loving to her patients, treats them as her own family. She did "Spa days" with my mother in law!! She...
Jackie R.
Lauren P.
Windsor, VA
$15-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
Available For Child Care (nanny/babysitting), Senior Care, Pet Care, And Housekeeping.
Hello, my name is Lauren and I have 8 years of childcare, about 2 years of adult/senior care (including "sick" care), and about 8 years of animal care. I have always enjoyed helping other people and have been told I have a huge heart. I am currently living in Smithfield and have my own transportation. Therefore, if your children...
Jennifer L.
Suffolk, VA
$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I currently live in Suffolk but I am willing to travel. I am currently going to school for my Master's degree. I am interested in children and the elderly and would love to gain experience working and caring for them on a set schedule. I am willing to assist on weekends if needed. I got off of Active duty serving in the Navy in...
Jennifer can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, respite care, personal care, errands, dementia & more
5.0
"Jennifer is an exceptional lady. Each morning she arrives and just begins to take initiative whatever needs to be done she does it; I will mention something and she will not forget she will arrive on her next scheduled day and go right to it. She goes above what...
Anna F.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Dora, I believe I'm suitable for this job because I have a medical background. I have a Medical Assistant Diploma and I am a Certified Billing and Coding Specialist, I've been working as a caregiver for 14 years in a home/senior home for senior care. Also as a caregiver for people with special needs, such as Down...
Dora can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, personal care, companionship, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Unfortunately, we only got to work with Dora for two weeks due to my MIL's declining health, but she was great during that time. She was dependable, flexible and detail oriented. She gave us thorough updates each day on my MIL's health, eating, sleeping, meds, etc....
Ashley H.
5.0
(31)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I provide senior care services. I have been in the healthcare field for 20+ years, CPR-BLS certified .
The services I provided but not limited too are activities of daily living, I. e: cooking, feeding, meaningful ways to spend time by exercising, crafts and relationship building, errands, laundry, bathing/grooming,...
Cherita can also help with: Errands, home modification, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Cherita takes her job very seriously. She is very concerned about the care and wellbeing of our elderly. She is a very dedicated, hardworking, and dependable individual. She is very passionate about her job, and enjoys her time with her clients."
Tierney R.
Wendy O.
Chesapeake, VA
$10-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I will provide care for your seniors, children, or fur babies when you're unable to. I have been a nurse for over 20 years and specialize in pediatrics and senior care. I worked in a pediatric clinic for over 10 years and I have worked in Skilled Nursing and Long Term Care for seniors for over 5 years. I have been in home health...
Wendy can also help with: Personal care
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
5.0
"I can’t say enough good things about Wendy. It was my first time using her as a caretaker for my brother-in-law. She was extremely kind and caring. I went away for the entire day, and didn’t have a care in the world about whether or not he was being taken care of....
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
I feel very grateful to msg you. Talking about me I have 6 years of care giving experience with all type of patient including Alzheimer and medication preparation with license. Along with care giving I used to work in a senior living management field too. I am pursuing my Nursing degree but right now I am on my summer...
Menuka can also help with: Mobility assistance, companionship, dementia, meal prep, live-in home care, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Menuka is well trained in medical care and we were fortunate to have her care for my mother, who had high direct care and medical care needs. Menuka is dependable and professional. She taught us how to improve the care for my mother. Menuka is kind and caring and...
Glen B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Sakinah. I am a certified nursing assistant with over 20 years of experience. I am pleasant, polite, loving, caring, patient, trustworthy, respectful and empathetic. I have a positive assertive attitude and the ability to remain calm during stressful and unpleasant situations. I am passionate about caring for...
Sakinah can also help with: Errands, home modification, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Sakinah really helped me in a pinch. She is very experienced and has great personality."
Valerie J.
5.0
(13)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I have 20+ years of experience in home health care, hospice, special needs and CPR/first Aide certified. I have been blessed enough to work with all types of ailments and to name a few, dementia, Alzheimer and ALS. I am very passionate about the care I give to my clients, always willing to go the extra mile. I worked in...
Resse can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, dementia, meal prep, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Resse is a godsend! She is endlessly cheerful, compassionate, and so incredibly helpful. My father enjoys her company and when she's there, I know he's safe and well taken care of and his home is in order. I don't know what I'd do without her!"
Al H.
5.0
(3)
I have over 15 years of experience. As A CNA as well as A Medical Technician. I have experience in multiple areas of medical care including dementia, stroke, behavioral health, icu, pre op as well as post op care. I also specialize in providing Activities of Daily Living to include but not limited to light housekeeping, bathing,...
Ashley can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, dementia, errands, personal care, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Ashley is a committed, skilled and dependable healthcare professional with a heart of gold.
Her attention to detail, compassion for residents and team work make her a valuable asset in any organization. Ashley is prompt, flexible and always has a positive...
Efren W.
Michelle S.
Suffolk, VA
$25-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Smiley Face, Loving And Sweet And Passionate Of What I Do
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I do believe my calling is to make others lives meaningful, creating happiness and touch others lives. I love to take care of people and based on my experiences , I give dignity, respect and value of what I do in life. I work in my entire life taking care of others people lives. Give any good references. I worked as DSP II for...
Michelle can also help with: Personal care, respite care, hospice services, dementia, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Michelle worked for my 91 year old mother (who has dementia) for about 4-5 months in Virginia Beach. She is an extremely dependable, honest and knowledgeable CNA who has a great enthusiastic, upbeat personality. My mom really enjoyed her company and she was very...
Miriam H.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm passionate that each "individual" I meet is treated with respect. I strongly believe I'm part of a unique team and need to listen to each person and/or family to ensure each experience is positive.
I have served in the Social Work field for most of my life, even as a adolescent volunteer at Christiana Hospital. I recently...
Sharon can also help with: Meal prep, respite care, live-in home care, errands, light cleaning, personal care & more
5.0
"Sharon was wonderful......her years of experience shone thru during the interview.....she came up with ideas that had never occurred to me regarding my husband and his care......She isn't shy at all and I always welcome ideas because I'm too exhausted to think of...
Sue J.
4.3
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
relocating to Las Vegas June 2024
I would love to be more than just your caregiver, I would like you to think of me as an extension to your family. I am 39 bubbly, energetic, honest and reliable. I treat everyone I work around with respect kindness and compassion. I always lead with my heart because patience and a good heart...
Latia can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, errands, hospice services, meal prep, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"LaTia was spectacular in assisting with my elderly mother who has Parkinson's. She assisted with everything from bathing, dressing, medications, exercise, feeding, and keeping good company. She even gave mom a wonderful haircut and would do her nails, etc! She was...
Robert S.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Compassionate caregiver companion with experience serving aging patients, including assisting with daily living activities and household tasks. Patient and highly energetic. Skills at managing schedules and keeping clients as active as possible. Bathing, cooking, changing, bathroom assistance, medication administering, laundry,...
Beverly can also help with: Mobility assistance, errands, personal care, visiting physician, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Beverly is very kind and a loving person. She is a great person to work with seniors. She has shown
the same love and care to her family. She is trust worthy and will do anything to help one out. I have know her for since she was a little girl. Always happy and...
Bobby W.
Barbara R.
Newport News, VA
$30/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Provide assistance with activities of daily living. Including but not limited to bathing feeding dressing, toileting, ambulating , range of motion and transferring Provides personalized attention, encouragement and motivation to participate in activities. Willingness to go above and beyond to meet the needs of the client.
Barbara can also help with: Live-in home care, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"We selected and hired Barbara and I can tell you it was the best decision we have ever made. She is punctual, professional, knowledgeable, respectful, and caring. My father was diagnosed with Stage 4 liver and colo-rectal cancer and was in hospice when she was...
Julie C.
4.2
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Let me start by saying I love what I do. I have done this type of work for over 10 years, which has given me the necessary experience needed to care for your loved one. I am trained and consider myself to be the best in my field. Also I have been vaccinated for Covid 19
Francisca can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, companionship, dementia, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Fran is very open and easy to communicate with. My father found her a great help and I was happy to find someone I could rely on."
Cynthia C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a positive and lively person. I am CPR/First Aid certified. I enjoy caring for elderly people and working with small kids. I have been working alongside the elderly and children for around 7years. I am current in the army reserves as a Dental specialist. During the school year I substitute at the local schools.
Abigail can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, errands, personal care, transportation, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Abigail is very pleasant, personable, and professional. She was hired [June 2022] for disabled elder care that included attending from a home setting to a major event location. She was hands-on every step of the way, allowing her client to participate at a public...
Raquel R.
5.0
(1)
I would like to secure an opportunity where I can utilize my education and training. I am energetic, caring and friendly Individual. I am also a Certified Personal Care Assistant who is compassionate in nature with strong interpersonal skills that provides the highest level of care. I clean areas used by individuals, assist with...
Maria can also help with: Respite care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Lucy H.
Newport News, VA
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
3.7
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have experience and knowledge as a caregiver and can take care of your love one with dignity and respect in Newport News, Hampton, Yorktown, Williamsburg and Gloucester Virginia. My duties includes bathing / dressing, preparing meals, feeding, light housekeeping, managing medications, running errands, mobility assistance, help...
Lucy can also help with: Companionship, mobility assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, dementia & more
5.0
"Lucy took care of my mother for over two years and went above and beyond the job requirements. Many times she came in early or stayed late when others called out. Several times Lucy took my mom to the doctor and always made sure my mom was taken care of. I...
John B.
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Recent home care reviews in Smithfield, VA
Daniela H.
5.0
I hired Daniela to transport me to and from an outpatient surgery. She was not only on time but a little early to ensure we arrived on time in case of traffic. Very pleasant personality and put me at ease right away. Thanks Daniela!
- Paul G.
Elizabeth W.
5.0
This girl is fantastic with the elderly who has dementia, agitation issues and hallucinations!! I wish I had found her long before I did! She is great, calm, loving to her patients, treats them as her own family. She did "Spa days" with my mother in law!! She brought items from her own home such...
- Jackie R.
Jennifer L.
5.0
Jennifer is an exceptional lady. Each morning she arrives and just begins to take initiative whatever needs to be done she does it; I will mention something and she will not forget she will arrive on her next scheduled day and go right to it. She goes above what one would expect, for example we...
- Anna F.
Dora E.
5.0
Unfortunately, we only got to work with Dora for two weeks due to my MIL's declining health, but she was great during that time. She was dependable, flexible and detail oriented. She gave us thorough updates each day on my MIL's health, eating, sleeping, meds, etc. We wish we could have kept her...
- Ashley H.
Cherita B.
5.0
Cherita takes her job very seriously. She is very concerned about the care and wellbeing of our elderly. She is a very dedicated, hardworking, and dependable individual. She is very passionate about her job, and enjoys her time with her clients.
- Tierney R.
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FAQs for finding home care in Smithfield, VA
How much does private home care cost per hour near me in Smithfield, VA?
The average rate for hiring a home care provider in Smithfield, VA as of April, 2024 is $20.00 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 Smithfield, VA?
Care.com has 1 home care providers for seniors in Smithfield, VA. 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 Smithfield, VA 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 Smithfield, VA?
The types of home health care services near you in Smithfield, VA 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 Smithfield, VA 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 Smithfield, VA?
If you need to hire senior home care near you in Smithfield, VA, 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 Smithfield, VA?
When you’re hiring in home health care services near you in Smithfield, VA, 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.