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27 home care are listed in Walker, LA
The average rate is $17/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby home care is 7 years
Home care in Walker, LA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Good Afternoon Dear Caregivers and family alike, I am searching for my future Caregiving adventure and would love to help ease the stress for a family and loved one. I have many years experience of assisting dementia patients and understand the challenges that daily life entails. I would provide you and your loved one(s) the...
Lisa can also help with: Companionship, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Lisa took excellent care of my grandmother and treated her as if she was her own family."
Philip C.
Patty H.
Walker, LA
$16-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Home Care
I am looking for a part time position, I am retired and want to get out of the house. I have always loved working with the elderly and would love to keep helping other with having to work full time.
Thank you so much for taking the time to look...
Patty can also help with: Personal care, errands, meal prep, dementia, respite care, hospice services & more
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
Shawnna I.
Walker, LA
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
I Am Loving And Caring A Hard Worker Love To Clean And Have Lots Of Compassion For The Elderly.
I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Meal Preparation. Assistant with baths and light house keeping I like to have conversations with the elderly Im great with kids also I have good references.
Shawnna can also help with: Personal care, errands, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I have 20 plus years experience working in the medical field. 3 years in a hospital. 12 years in nursing homes and the last 5 years have been in home care. I have worked with dementia, Parkinson, special needs and hospice patients. Responsibilities have included bathing, feeding, toileting, incontinence care, meal...
Melinda can also help with: Mobility assistance, hospice services, light cleaning, companionship, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"We are in a tough situation with my elderly mother. Melinda was always there to assist her every need and went the extra mile. Since my mom has short term memory loss, Melinda was great about communicating with me. I would definitely hire her again if need be and...
Tina R.
Been doing this for 18 years taking care of young and old I work at a hospital for 11 years and I have worked in nursing homes for about 15 years I take care for family members for years now I have my father to take care of he is 76 years years old and I also help with my mother-in-law and father-in-law I been in this nursing...
Skills:
CNA
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Retired nurse with 30+ years experience, most recently working for local family's loved one for 4. 5 years. Looking to continue to provide compassionate, skilled care. Current on BLS certification. Covid vaccinated
Michelle can also help with: Companionship, dementia, meal prep, hospice services, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
5.0
"Michelle played a major role in the care-giving and treatment of my mother during her battle with brain cancer. From Michelle's medical technical knowledge and treatment methods, to her huge heart and caring soul in creating such a meaningful relationship with my...
Justin T.
4.7
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant for 30 years. My experience in the medical field ranges from Hospitals, Nursing homes, Home healthcare, and In-Home Senior care. Working as a Caregiver is not only a job to me, it's always been my passion to do so. If any family members are considering hiring me to take Care of their...
Latrice can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, errands, dementia, live-in home care, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"I would be glad to hire Latrice again ..she was very respectful, honest caring and was able to handle whatever situation that occurred in a professional manner..."
MAE R.
Latisha C.
Baton Rouge, LA
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
I M At Hardworking, Loving,dependable Caregiver With Over 8yrs Experience In Various Roles!
3.7
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Latisha I'm a honest, reliable, and hardworking caregiver. I have worked in Hospitals, nursing home, assisted living, group homes, and home health Im very knowledgeable of all different kind of care! I'm also available if you need transportation services only!
Latisha can also help with: Respite care, live-in home care, personal care, dementia, home modification, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
(2)
My experiences range from working in nursing home environments to individual, private care; which is my preference.
I prefer working with individuals so that they can get quality and complete care.
I have experience with most levels of aging processes including but not limited to Dementia/Alzheimer needs.
I have experience with...
Deda can also help with: Respite care, dementia, hospice services, personal care
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Excellent caregiver with years of experience. Deda possesses the skills for caregiver as well as the compassion. She is reliable and dedicated to the job put before her. Always going above and beyond what is required of her."
Valerie P.
5.0
(1)
I have 4 years of experience being a Direct Service Worker. I also am certified in CPR & first aid. I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has experience caring for children all the way to elderly and disabled. With me, you will receive appropriate care, and I'm willing to do additional other tasks if requested....
Hayley can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, dementia, hospice services, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
5.0
"Very caring goes above and beyond great work ethic beautiful personality and attitude "
Care member
Patricia S.
Baton Rouge, LA
$15/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have had 5 years of experience working with elderly patients/clients through a company in Baton rouge. I am caring, compassionate and reliable. I am a God-fearing Christian lady who is a non-smoker, doesn't do drugs and a social drinker. I am First aid/CPR certified. I am currently preparing for a series of Board exams to...
5.0
"Patricia was a wonderful caregiver for my Mother. She has medical knowledge which made my mother very comfortable. She has a sweet, caring disposition and always had a smile on her face. She took good care of my mother through the end of her life. I would hire...
Kelly C.
Brandi R.
Baton Rouge, LA
$10-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Special Needs Mother, Medical Assistant Available For Full Time Work But Willing To Take Part Time.
5.0
(1)
My name is Brandi, and I am a Medical Assistant and personal caregiver. I, along with my sister have taken care of our mother who has epilepsy and mental problems for as long as I can remember. We both still now take care of our mother and our grandmother who raised us. I have experience with Parkinson's, Dementia, Feeding...
Brandi can also help with: Home modification, companionship, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services & more
5.0
"She took care of a family member, we really miss how helpful and dependable she was"
Mavis H.
Charletta J.
Baton Rouge, LA
$18-36/hr • 10 yrs exp
CNA/MA Available FT For Home Care/companionship. Light Housekeeping, Meal Prep, Med Reminders.
4.5
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a 50-year-old female. I have a combined 24 yrs of experience caring for the elderly, mentally challenged and physically disabled population. I have been trained to work with Alzheimers and Dementia patients. I am a certified nursing assistant as well as a medical assistant. I'm CPR and First Aid certified. I'm very...
Charletta can also help with: Live-in home care, personal care, respite care, hospice services, dementia
Skills:
CNA
4.0
"Charletta was sweet and kind to my mother. She was very nice and dealt with her in a professional manner. "
CJ C.
I assisted seniors by preparing meals, bathing, grooming, walking, medications, companionship. I can bring them to doctor appointments, beauty shops, family luncheons, outings, grocery shopping, and post office. I have stayed overnight at homes and hospitals. I am a all around companion as well as caregiver. The elderly need to...
Debbie can also help with: Personal care, light cleaning, transportation, errands, meal prep
Alexah L.
Baton Rouge, LA
$16-35/hr • 6 yrs exp
Dependable Senior Caregiver With Experience In Medication Management
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 6 years of experience. I truly enjoy working with seniors, and am happy to assist with whatever their needs may be, including, but not limited to: medication management, meal preparation, light housekeeping, advocation/attending doctor visits, laundry, mobility, bathing/dressing, pet care, as well as just general...
Alexah can also help with: Dementia, errands, live-in home care, light cleaning, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
CPR
5.0
"Alexah was instrumental in keeping me posted about my uncle's medical condition after his stroke. She took excellent care of him and always kept me posted on his progress. She was a live-in and took care of him from helping him with his meds to taking him to...
Millie C.
Hello! I am 30 years old and currently living in Baton Rouge. I will disclose I do not have any health care certifications but I do care for my mother who has been diagnosed with early onset Alzheimer's. I have plenty of patience with loved ones and have been referred to as a 'born caregiver'. My previous career endeavors were...
Racquel can also help with: Meal prep, personal care, light cleaning, dementia, respite care, errands & more
Lyric S.
Baker, LA
$10-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
I am 22 years old. I've been doing home care since I was 13 years old. I graduated from Mia's Medical Academy in December of 2015. I've been doing private sitting since February 2015. I know how to cook. I have a very nice personality . I'm helpful & I love elderly people . I have hospital experience & nursing/rehabilitation...
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
1.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been a private caregiver for 7 years.. I specialize in Alzheimer, Dementia & Cancer patients! I do total and complete ederly care, experience in hoyer lift, catheter & tracheotomy, colostomy bags Etc, covid vaccinated as well, I can do any shifts! VERY dependable, reliable with no kids! my pay rate depends on the patient...
Dana can also help with: Companionship, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, errands, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, wonderful, and great.
I like caring for seniors because I love being around them being able to help them, caring for them like they're my own family.
I'm looking for a job that I can stay with forever.
I started caring for seniors when I was 18 i'm 25 now so 7 years now.
In my spare...
Carkielyn can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, live-in home care, companionship, meal prep
Darletta H.
Baton Rouge, LA
$16-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Certified Nursing Assistant With 20+ Years Of Experience
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Darletta. I am a Certified Nursing Assistant with over 20+ years of experience and I am CPR certified. I am a mother of 2, I have a daughter that is 26 and a son that is 19. Both are my pride and joy! I have worked in Long Term Care, private home care, Hospital settings, I've also traveled as a travel Nursing...
Darletta can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, live-in home care, errands, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"I hired Darletta to care for my elderly mother with Alzheimer's. Darletta is very punctual (actually arrives early), dependable, honest, and trustworthy. Her years of experience as a caregiver was evident since day one. She came in and started attending to my mom...
Dana B.
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Recent home care reviews in Walker, LA
Lisa W.
5.0
Lisa took excellent care of my grandmother and treated her as if she was her own family.
- Philip C.
Melinda M.
5.0
Melinda was a wonderful caregiver for my Mother. She went above and beyond for our family. She was patient and kind. She was reliable and genuinely cared about keeping my mom comfortable. Our family is so blessed to have found her. I highly recommend her.
- Stacy C.
Michelle C.
5.0
Michelle is amazing. Her nursing skills were much needed in caring for my mom during her battle with cancer. Michelle was more than a caregiver. She truly loved my mom and it showed. She has a heart for her others. She was a support for me as well. She worked hard to keep my mom in good spirits and...
- Stacy C.
Latrice Y.
4.0
Initial contact good but she was unavailable. She said she'd check around for someone else but never heard back.
- Sandra R.
Deda R.
5.0
She is a very caring person,an takes time to make sure everything is done right
- Jeff S.
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FAQs for finding home care in Walker, LA
How much does private home care cost per hour near me in Walker, LA?
The average rate for hiring a home care provider in Walker, LA as of May, 2024 is $17.00 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 Walker, LA?
Care.com has 3 home care providers for seniors in Walker, LA. 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 Walker, LA 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 Walker, LA?
The types of home health care services near you in Walker, LA 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 Walker, LA 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 Walker, LA?
If you need to hire senior home care near you in Walker, LA, 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 Walker, LA?
When you’re hiring in home health care services near you in Walker, LA, 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.