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9 home health aides are listed in Athens, GA
The average rate is $22/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby home health aides is 10 years
Home health aides in Athens, GA
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a Certified Nursing Assistant with 20 years of experience. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I have experience in all health care settings such as nursing home, hospital, hospice, dementia & Alzheimer's care, and home health care. I've had a few private clients of my own in which I have ventured out on. I am currently...
Whitney can also help with: Errands, meal prep, companionship, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Whitney provided care for my father for 10 months. She was wonderful to my father and mother as my father's dementia grew worse. She was always dependable and professional. I would highly recommend Whitney to everyone. We were blessed that we found her and so...
Lauren M.
5.0
(12)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
I offer you or your loved one a warm, compassionate, and dependable professional with 14-plus years experience in the home health industry. My main experience is with Alzheimers/ Dementia related gems. I am experienced in all other aspects of disease and conditions concerning healthcare.
I've worked with many families,...
April can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, mobility assistance, errands, hospice services, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
5.0
"April is a truly CARING care giver. She is kind and compassionate, understanding and kept me updated as she cared for my mom. She anticipated mom's needs and was fulfilling them before even being asked. We have gone through several other care givers through an...
Angie J.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi. I have previously 30 years in Home Health Care, Hospice care, worked in Doctor's office's, studied medical terminology, medical billing and coding, and I took care of both of my parents who have went to be with our Lord Jesus, and many other clients as well. I am dependable, trustworthy, and will care for your loved one as...
Janice can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Janice is knowledgeable, professional, experienced, and intuitive. She is willing and helpful. We look forward to seeing her again soon!"
Carolyn S.
Certified Nursing Assistant
CPR certified
First Aid certified
Fire safety certified
BLS certified
I have had 4 years of experience in healthcare and 3 years specifically in home health.
Jacquelynn can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, companionship, hospice services & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
I am certified as a CNA since 2018, CPR/First aid certified, have worked with the elderly in home health, nursing home, assisted living, and cared for loved ones in the hospital in hospice/palliative care. Support medication management, provide ambulatory help, feeding assistance, mobility transfers, hygiene care plan, and...
Erin can also help with: Respite care, meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
One of my favorite jobs was being a home health aid in a group home and a private setting. I enjoy helping with household duties, transportation or just being a companion to your loved one!
Nicole can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, meal prep, errands
Tahirih P.
Jefferson, GA
$20-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello!
I have always wanted to transition from my sales job into healthcare. I felt like I was not doing enough to help people. During covid an opportunity arose for me to go back to school and pursue nursing. During nursing school I worked as a home health aide and a certified nursing assistant working with geriatrics....
Tahirih can also help with: Dementia, companionship, errands, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
CPR
Melody S.
Statham, GA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Melody. I have worked in nursing fir 20+ years. I am Certified in the state of Georgia also have my CPR and First Aid in Health care. Before nursing I did Retail management. I started my nursing career with the Developmentally Disabled, I have worked with Geriatricians, Alzheimer's and dementia in an Assisted Living...
Melody can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, errands, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
I help assist individuals who are living in their own homes and need help with tasks and activities of daily living. I also provide help with household tasks, chores, and other errands. I'm passionate about what I do because I like to help accommodate people with their daily lives.
Patricia can also help with: Errands, meal prep, mobility assistance, companionship, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
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Recent home health aide reviews in Athens, GA
Whitney M.
5.0
Whitney provided care for my father for 10 months. She was wonderful to my father and mother as my father's dementia grew worse. She was always dependable and professional. I would highly recommend Whitney to everyone. We were blessed that we found her and so thankful for all of her help.
- Lauren M.
April A.
5.0
April has been such a gift. She has been driving my mom downtown each day for her radiation treatments. She is kind, dependable, and punctual. I do not know what we would have done without her. She is a true blessing. I am so thankful she came into our lives.
- Beth B.
Janice S.
5.0
My 96-year-old mother was lovingly cared for by Janice while my brother and wife were in Europe. Janice unasked would send texted me a couple of times a day just to check-in. Janice would text me daily a couple of times just to check-in. She treated my Mother like she was her own. She did it...
- Rick M.
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FAQs for finding home health aides near you in Athens, GA
What does a home health aide do near me in Athens, GA?
If you’re planning to hire a home health aide near you in Athens, GA, it’s important to understand that there is no one standard role that a home health aide takes on. A home health aide isn’t a nurse, but can help with health related tasks like ensuring their clients take their medicine on time, transporting them to doctors appointments, picking up prescriptions, and making sure they are well fed and bathed.
What home health aide duties do providers take on near me in Athens, GA?
When it’s time to hire a home health aide near you in Athens, GA, it’s a good idea to create a list of duties your family members need help with. You can review different profiles on Care.com to learn more about common health aide duties such as bathing, feeding, and cleaning up after their clients.
How can I find a home health aide near me in Athens, GA?
To find home health aides near you in Athens, GA, you can create an account with Care.com and then you can filter and sort local home health aides by distance from Athens, GA. Then you can review your options for home health aides by reading about their experience and the home health aide duties they will take on.
How much does it cost to hire a home health aide near me in Athens, GA?
The average rate for hiring home health aides near you in Athens, GA on Care.com as of May, 2024 is $22.00 per hour. It’s worth noting that the rate each individual home health aide charges depends on the level of care required, the provider's certifications, and their years of experience.
How can I safely hire a home health aide near me in Athens, GA?
To help you start your research, all home health aides on Care.com are asked to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck (the providers who complete this background check have a badge on their profile displaying the date it was run). However, this is just a jumping off point. We strongly recommend that you take additional steps for hiring a home health aid safely, which include interviewing candidates, calling their professional references, and running your own background check.