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Home health aides in Dover, PA
I currently work in office for a home care agency - I started there 10 years ago as one of their home health aides and advanced to the quality assurance manager moving into office with scheduling. Prior I worked in a facility. I am very caring, understanding and patient with the elderly and love giving them comfort and help with...
Ashley can also help with: Errands, companionship, meal prep, hospice services, personal care, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I've been a home health aide for the past 9 years. I have CPR training, and am comfortable in administering medication. I have experience taking care of people with Alzheimer's, ALS, Dementia, and Parkinson's as well. It's been my heart's desire to help others, not only medically but also emotionally. I also do cooking, light...
Peggy can also help with: Personal care, respite care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Peggy is such an amazing, caring person! She is truly a gift and has helped me tremendously in caring for my grandfather. Can't say enough good things-highly recommend."
Nicole D.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Jen. I have been in health care since I was 13 when I started volunteering at a local nursing home. I then started working as a hospitality aide, where later the company paid for me to become a certified nursing assistant. I started going to school for my RN and stopped a year a half in because life happens. I...
Jennifer can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, errands
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"She attended to all the details. She made her time there a pleasure."
Tim C.
Hello,
I am a CNA/GNA since 2017.
I am currently working one job but hoping to pick up hours on the side!
I usually have 2-3 days off from my other job, and afternoons/evenings free, especially since I am on break from school!
I was a home health aide also for 4 years and can provide recommendations.
Please consider me to...
Danielle can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, errands, hospice services, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CNA
Sapphire B.
York, PA
$17-40/hr • 3 yrs exp
Communication. Communication is essential in a home health aide career. ...
Interpersonal skills. Compassion, empathy and patience are several skills you'll need as a home health aide. ...
Organizational skills. ...
Time management. ...
Adaptability. ...
Technical skills. ...
Sapphire can also help with: Personal care, companionship, light cleaning, meal prep, errands
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
Cna certification since 2002. Experience in long term care including dementia, hospice and home health aid.
Married for 30 years with 3 grown children and 4 grandchildren. Background check and references available.
Can be somewhat flexible with hours.
Experience with Hoyar lift and cathing.
Medication management.
Darby can also help with: Errands, meal prep, hospice services, companionship, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Edwin T.
Harrisburg, PA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Certified Nurse Aide Providing Transportation, Total Care, Errands, Light Cooking And Cleaning.
I am a Certified Nurse Aide with over 10 years experience in long term care, personal care, Home Health. Alzheimer's/Dementia experience.
I received a bachelor degree in Law from Central Penn College.
I am a advisory committee member for nursing foundation for the nursing program at Dauphin County tech as well as I sit on the...
Edwin can also help with: Dementia, companionship, errands, light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
Kari T.
Mechanicsburg, PA
$8-13/hr • 2 yrs exp
I was a private duty home health aide years ago. Companionship and personal care. I can help with household chores and meal prep, I can do errands.
I am comfortable with pets
Kari can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands
My nursing life I am very passionate about, I started my nursing career when I was a junior in high school. I worked in a kitchen at a local nursing home as a dietary aid where I got to learn a lot about residents diets. When I became a senior I had to do a senior project where I volunteered in the activities department where I...
Shianne can also help with: Light cleaning, live-in home care, hospice services, meal prep, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Hi I'm a certify home health aide who love people and love to work with them. I'm 5'1. I am comfortable with pets, feeding, bathing and dressing. I will make sure they eats and take medication on time. I am always on time and very responsible. I likes being outdoors, I enjoys playing games, cooking, reading, is interested in...
Deamonte can also help with: Personal care
I have been taking care of the elderly in their homes for over 25 yrs. I am experienced in all aspects of home care, especially dementia clients. I can cook, light housekeeping, baths, errands, groceries, meds, dr appts, personal care, and most of all lots of TLC for your loved one. I am 64 years young and outgoing. I have...
Gina can also help with: Dementia, personal care, respite care
Skills:
CNA
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FAQs for finding home health aides near you in Dover, PA
What does a home health aide do near me in Dover, PA?
If you’re planning to hire a home health aide near you in Dover, PA, 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 Dover, PA?
When it’s time to hire a home health aide near you in Dover, PA, 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 Dover, PA?
To find home health aides near you in Dover, PA, you can create an account with Care.com and then you can filter and sort local home health aides by distance from Dover, PA. 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 Dover, PA?
The average rate for hiring home health aides near you in Dover, PA on Care.com as of May, 2024 is $17.00 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 Dover, PA?
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.