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60 home care are listed in Thornton, PA
The average rate is $25/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby home care is 10 years
Home care in Thornton, PA
Patty M.
Thornton, PA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
For the last 10 years, I have thoroughly enjoyed working with seniors and providing compassionate care and support to those in their golden years. I am a very patient, reliable and trustworthy individual who can truly empathize with and understand the goals and needs of those that I care for.
I am happy to provide...
Patty can also help with: Mobility assistance, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, errands & more
5.0
"Patty's been wonderful so far! Prompt, cheerful, and has made a nice connection with my mom. We are looking forward to her help."
Natasha H.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am semi retired OT and LPN . I still work PRN at a retirement community, I love working with the elderly and would love to continue as a personal care provider . I feel with my background I would be a great asset to any client . Looking for partime hours during the week.. I live in west Chester and have had 3companion jobs...
Judy can also help with: Personal care, dementia
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
CPR
5.0
"Judy is the best caregiver we have known. She took care of our mother with dementia. Judy is friendly, trustworthy, reliable, & dependable. Her people skills are stellar. My mom adored her & our family became quite attached to her.
She pulls from her vast...
Susan S.
Donna K.
Marcus Hook, PA
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Available For Personal Care, Doctor Appointments, Companionship, Housekeeping And Meal Prep
5.0
(6)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I have 12 years experience in senior care. I cared for a brother and sister for 6 years. Took care of all of their personal needs, banking, phone calls, appointment setting, grocery shopping. Also handled all hiring of contractors for home repairs, lawn care, snow removal, etc. Experience dealing with hospice care, physical...
Donna can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, errands & more
5.0
"Donna cared for my elderly dad and mom for about a year or so. She is dependable, reliable, empathetic and truly, truly caring. She would communicate good days, she would communicate bad days, but no matter what, she would always communicate the truth about my...
Thomas R.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am an Irish lady who has 20+ years experiences with child care and elderly care. I have been a companion for many years. I am a very kind trustworthy and professional, and have reference. and happy to answer any other questions you may have. I also have had my covid vaccines
Catherine can also help with: Dementia, errands, light cleaning, hospice services, live-in home care, companionship & more
5.0
"Catherine provided care for my mother-in-law before she passed away. Catherine helped her with personal care, light cleaning, meal preparation, laundry, and at times, errands. Catherine was always engaged and committed to her work and my mother-in-law valued her...
Lise R.
Judith J.
Media, PA
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Home Care, Help With Medicines Doctors Appointments Etc. Love Working With The Elderly ( Companion )
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Multiple years experience with the elderly , dementia, special needs children and adults. I worked in the Wisconsin school district with special-needs students for 9 yrs working with special and regular ed students along w with volunteering and working in the health room as needed providing care for sick and injured students.,...
Judith can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, home modification & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"She is friendly, kind and compassionate! We absolutely love her!"
Vera C.
5.0
(24)
I worked in PA. I worked there for 10 years and got my CNA from there. I also have 2 years in hospice care. I got my residents washed, dressed, feed them, helped with daily routines & activities. I encouraged them & provided what their families couldn't give them because some was far away. I take pride in my work because I too...
Tameka can also help with: Hospice services, errands, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, home modification & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Tameka is a great person! I thank her so much! She's very passionate about what she does. I enjoyed her company while my daughter was away for a couple hours. She shown me an easier way to do my routine in the morning. I definitely recommend her. She's great and a...
Fred S.
5.0
(1)
I retired early from a rewarding career as a registered nurse. I am looking to provide in home care for families that need a helping hand with their loved ones. I am no longer working as a nurse but carry all of that experience with me. My schedule is very flexible and I am available on short notice.
I have no availability...
Shari can also help with: Personal care, light cleaning, errands, meal prep
5.0
"Shari took care of my elderly mother-in-law for 8 months. We needed hands on care as she needed assistance bathing and dressing herself. She also helped with medications and food intake. She provided light housekeeping and was willing to adjust her duties based on...
Rhonda M.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a very honest, caring and dependable caregiver with 9 years of experience being a private live-in caregiver four days a week for a gentleman who was confined to a wheelchair due to MS and also had early-onset dementia. I was responsible for all his needs. Unfortunately, he passed away in November 2018, after a long battle...
Mary can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care, meal prep, dementia, companionship, errands & more
5.0
"Mary has been very responsible and helpful! I enjoy working with her and I find her a pleasure to be around. She is great with the elderly and even for a young person like myself, she has been a great help!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have cared for the home bound elderly for over 15 years. I have experience in lifting and bathing your loved one. I have worked with those wheelchair bound, stroke victims and those with Alzheimer's. I cook meals, food shop, do light house cleaning. I also make and transport to and from doctors appointments. I enjoy working...
Andrea can also help with: Transportation, errands, live-in home care, light cleaning, meal prep, personal care & more
5.0
"I can't say enough on Andrea's behalf. She is an angel who helped me take care of my elderly Mom. I would highly recommend Andrea and would rehire her in a second. She is a very capable, compassionate, loving and a very helpful person who took care of my Mom in...
Linda H.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I have been a very long time care giver 20 plus years caring for the Elderly To assist and help you to be able to stay in your own home I will do the best I can to meet your needs I am easy to talk to and a great listener and hope to find someone near my area that needs a good and trusting senior care giver I live in North...
Dee can also help with: Personal care, dementia, respite care, live-in home care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Dee has a lot of experience with The Elderly. She has worked as a caregiver since 1995. As a professional, I know that Dee is very caring, conscientious and attentive to the clients' needs.She is also very reliable and honest."
Maggie H.
Megan G.
Wilmington, DE
$38/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.8
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I've been a certified nursing assistant since 1991. At 16 years old, I applied at Leader Nursing Home where I became a nursing assistant & fell in love with the work. I worked in nursing homes for many years until I had an in-home client & found that to be even more full-filling. I've worked for several agencies in the area but...
Megan can also help with: Home modification, meal prep, hospice services, errands, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Megan is the ultimate and most reliable professional. She has been caring for my mom and is kind, patient, and understands the needs of the elderly, especially diagnosed with dementia.
It's been a tremendous comfort for us to know that
Megan will keep our mom...
Barbara F.
Adrienne H.
Brookhaven, PA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(11)
"Hello, I am passionate about providing compassionate care and support for your loved ones and maintaining your home. With my expertise in companionship, home assistance, personal services, and instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs), I am well-equipped to meet your needs. I have a keen sense of observation to ensure...
Adrienne can also help with: Hospice services, errands, home modification, companionship, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"She helped with my mother .in a caring but firm way when other caregivers could not handle the " situations" my mom could create.... I would highly recommend "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Samantha. I graduated from Shippensburg University in 2016 with my bachelors in sociology. I am currently in nursing school at Delaware County Community College and looking for child care or senior care opportunities. I have a lot of experience in homecare, nursing home, and working with children with special...
Samantha can also help with: Personal care, dementia, visiting nurse, home modification, hospice services, respite care & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Samantha is amazing! We love her. She is like part of our family now. She is very caring and is patient with my dad. Highly recommend her!"
Diane C.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Shelbie and I live in Upper Providence Media, PA. I am a senior Caregiver. I provide personal care, home care and companionship. I have 13 years of continuous experience and love what I do. I enjoy watching my clients thrive, smile and have a sense of purpose. My compassionate, caring and patient personality is...
Shelbie can also help with: Errands, companionship, personal care, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Shelbie was my moms caregiver for a few years, until mom passed away. She was a gift from God that we found her. She was not only my mom's caregiver, but became a dear friend
to my mom and the rest of our family. We were truly blessed to have had her for mom's...
Linda P.
4.7
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 17 years experience as a caregiver with bathing, cleaning, changing of chucks and diapers, meal preparations, med distribution, changing of catheters, doctor appointments, and community outings. I am patient, caring, reliable, and organized.
References available
Sheila can also help with: Companionship, dementia, personal care, light cleaning, errands, transportation & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Sheila has been a blessing for me. She is dedicated and is good at communication. She is good at taking care of "Mom", which is ultimately the main goal. Her housekeeping skills are excellent. She is patient and understanding. My mom can be very difficult as old...
Carolyn W.
5.0
(1)
I am a Certified Home Health Aide. I live in Newark Delaware. l've been working in this field for over 35 years now. I'm looking for a full-time/ part time job. I can work also as a Live in Caregiver. My duties include Personal Care, Lt Housekeeping, Companion , Meals , Meds. I enjoy helping people. I'm a great listener.
Marguerite can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, errands, live-in home care, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Wound Care
5.0
"Marguerite is pleasant, personable, and professional. She's also intelligent, knowledgeable, and capable. She was a godsend to our father and our family as he passed peacefully in our home under the incredible care of hospice. Marguerite's presence each and every...
Tim D.
Nancy F.
Brookhaven, PA
$18-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Besides my 10 yrs experience with home instead senior care, I was a hospital liaison setting up equipment for discharge mostly for the senior population
Nancy can also help with: Mobility assistance, errands, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Nancy is conscientious, kind and patient. She has years of experience which enable her to give you a high degree of assistance. "
Care member
5.0
(10)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a private caregiver who is dedicated to giving the best possible care to each individual client. I am hard working, responsible, and compassionate. I can provide companion care, personal care, specialized care, and faith-based care. I can also assist with therapy related tasks as outlined by the client's therapist. I'm...
May can also help with: Hospice services, live-in home care, home modification, respite care, personal care, dementia & more
5.0
"I am writing this personal recommendation on behalf of May P. I have known May for approximately 15 years. May and I worked together and became good friends. May is hard working, dedicated, trustworthy, dependable and always goes out of her way to help others. I...
Susan T.
I currently working as a caregiver and housekeeping job to wonderful family but they are moving to Delaware and it's too far from me. I have also worked in a nursing home. I'm a compassionate person, energetic and easy to get along with. I do have 3 excellent references and I have flexible schedule.
I have a clean driving...
Juvy can also help with: Hospice services, home modification, dementia, light cleaning, live-in home care, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
Gladys R.
Brookhaven, PA
$30-37/hr • 10 yrs exp
My name is Gladys, I have 38 years of experience. I am compassionate and attentive, senior caregiver with experience, providing personalized care, plans for Individuals with age related conditions, skilled and management medication, monitoring symptoms and providing emotional support.
Gladys can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, personal care, hospice services, respite care, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
CPR
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Recent home care reviews in Thornton, PA
Patty M.
5.0
Patty's been wonderful so far! Prompt, cheerful, and has made a nice connection with my mom. We are looking forward to her help.
- Natasha H.
Judy P.
5.0
Judy was so helpful with caring for my dad. She was patient, kind and we would definitely hire her again. She even helped to identify a UTI and get my dad on medication. She was a huge help. :)
- Anna M.
Donna K.
5.0
Donna cared for my elderly dad and mom for about a year or so. She is dependable, reliable, empathetic and truly, truly caring. She would communicate good days, she would communicate bad days, but no matter what, she would always communicate the truth about my parent's well being. I always felt...
- Thomas R.
Catherine C.
5.0
Catherine provided care for my mother-in-law before she passed away. Catherine helped her with personal care, light cleaning, meal preparation, laundry, and at times, errands. Catherine was always engaged and committed to her work and my mother-in-law valued her presence and always looked forward...
- Lise R.
Judith J.
5.0
She is friendly, kind and compassionate! We absolutely love her!
- Vera C.
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FAQs for finding home care in Thornton, PA
How much does private home care cost per hour near me in Thornton, PA?
The average rate for hiring a home care provider in Thornton, PA as of May, 2024 is $25.00 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 Thornton, PA?
Care.com has 1 home care providers for seniors in Thornton, 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 Thornton, 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 Thornton, PA?
The types of home health care services near you in Thornton, 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 Thornton, 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 Thornton, PA?
If you need to hire senior home care near you in Thornton, 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 Thornton, PA?
When you’re hiring in home health care services near you in Thornton, 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.