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36 home health aides are listed in Fort Myers, FL
The average rate is $22/hr as of July 2024
The average experience for nearby home health aides is 6 years
Home health aides in Fort Myers, FL
Francine T.
Fort Myers, FL
$25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Health Care Giver Available Part Time/Full Time Great With Elderly Care.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Friendly, dependable and responsible Certified Nurse Aide/Health Care Giver relocated from Philippines. Able to perform duties like companionship, prepare meals, help the elderly, light housekeeping chores, manage medications. etc. I have experience assisting spinal cord injury patients, helping with physical therapy,...
Francine can also help with: Personal care, dementia, respite care
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I have 50+ years experience in healthcare and Francine is the best caregiver I have ever encountered. She is as perfect as you would ever find."
Rosa F.
5.0
(13)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hello, thank you for taking time to read my profile. I have been helping seniors since 1983 as a Certified Nursing Assistant. I have worked in nursing homes, assisted living, foster care homes, and have done many years of home health care. If you're looking for someone who's responsible, compassionate, and caring, please...
Edith can also help with: Personal care, live-in home care, respite care, hospice services, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Edie has been taking care of my 82 year old father and my 80 year old mother for the past 8 months. To say she has been a blessing would to understate what she has meant to them. Edie was hired to provide care for my parents after we tried multiple in-home...
Daniel Z.
Tammy R.
Fort Myers, FL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Home Health Aide With 10+ Years' Experience (Own Company C2C/1099)
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Empathetic, highly professional, Home Health Aide with 10+ years of experience providing daily living assisting elderly clients in accordance an established care plan. Offers enhanced care with flexible learning approach for patients. Experience in hospital and in-home settings providing guidance and encouragement to patients...
Tammy can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, personal care, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
5.0
"Tammy helped care for my mother for the past 9 months. She worked 50 hours a week and was always on time. She brought a lot of knowledge to our situation and we can't think her enough. We worked with other agencies and they were never reliable. Using Care.com...
William B.
5.0
(1)
Over the span of 9 years I've worked and gained experience working mainly with senior citizens using my CNA certification. I've worked with patients with Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, cardiac complications, and a quadriplegic patient. I enjoy making my patients as comfortable as possible. I have experience checking vitals,...
Gloria can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, companionship, meal prep, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Gloria is an outstanding professional certified nursing assistant (CNA). She was employed by my wife and I as a private duty nurse four 4 1/2 years. She enjoyed her work and worked hard caring for my wife who had advanced Frontal temporal dementia. She was a loyal...
Rod W.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
My name is Suzanne. I have more than 10 years experience as a certified caregiver, six of those years have been with a home care agency. I am currently employed (part time). I have experience working with Dementia, Parkinson's, Alzheimer, MS and ALS. I am kind, compassionate and very trustworthy. My love for taking care of...
Suzanne can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Suzanne has been working with my 76 year old mom. She immediately established credibility with my family and has made my mom feel comfortable. She is trustworthy and is always willing to pitch in. We feel secure leaving our mom in her care."
Vidiya R.
Caring, compassionate, responsible
I'd describe my personality as friendly, compassionate and kind
I'm a caring person, compassionate and like to help others
To help people who needs help and support
Almost 10 years ago
Cooking, caring my grandson, house decorations, organizing, spending time with my family
One thing...
Oyola can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands, companionship, transportation
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
Compassionate and dedicated Home Health Aide (HHA) with a genuine desire to provide high-quality care and support to individuals in need. Skilled in assisting with activities of daily living, medication management, and personal care to enhance the quality of life for clients
- Provided compassionate and personalized care to...
Ana can also help with: Errands, meal prep, transportation, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Jacqueline H.
Fort Myers, FL
$17-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
Nursing Student With Several Years Of Patient Care Both In The Hospital And In Home Health.
About to graduate as a Registered Nurse. I have over 4 years of hospital patient care and over 2 years as a home health aid for adults with developmental disabilities. I am a native English speaker and also an intermediate Spanish speaker.
Jacqueline can also help with: Light cleaning, mobility assistance, errands, companionship, meal prep, dementia & more
I was previously a home health aide for 8 months before becoming a nanny, I have experience with dementia patients. I also have experience with, running errands, transporting residents to appointments, grocery shopping for/with residents and reminding residents to take medication/setting it out in weekly containers. I also would...
Nikole can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, errands
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a very reliable highly skilled health care professional with over 20 years experience. I have worked as an aide in hospitals, skilled facilities, Assisted living facilities and at home. I also ran a home care company. I have a degree in gerontology and first aid and CPR certified by the Red Cross. I have experience caring...
Melody can also help with: Personal care, respite care, hospice services, live-in home care, dementia
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
I have been a Caregiver for over three years. I worked for an agency two years in the Sanibel area prior to hurricane Ian. I have a degree in Nutrition and worked as a Nutritionist in a hospital and a clinic for a number of years. I then had a career in sales for over 20 years.
I moved to Florida with my husband, dog and two...
Patricia can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, personal care, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
I have many years of experience working with children and adults with mental and physical disabilities. I love what I do and have a great understanding and compassion for everyone. I moved to Fort Myers Florida in 2013 from Connecticut and since have received my Home Health Aide certification and I am also CPR certified. I am...
Barbara can also help with: Personal care, dementia, errands, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
I am a very friendly happy easy going person I love to make people happy and ensure that they are and will have the best day possible! I am a loving mother to 2 boys and a loving wife as well. I am 28 years old! I do have experience working with Dementia Patients, Alzheimer's patients, as well as Parkinson's Disease. I have 4...
Jacquelyn can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, personal care & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
(1)
I have a level 2 background check and car insurance has 20+ years of experienced caring for senior in respite care setting (nursing home and assisted living facility). I do meal preparation, personal care, light housekeeping, transportation, medication reminder. I have experience caring with dementia. I am a Filipina a...
Silveria can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning, home modification, hospice services, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I have worked with her, and from my experience with working with her. She is amazing on what she does. I love working with her. I would recommend her to anyone. Because she is that good."
Lina R.
Yailen T.
Fort Myers, FL
$18-32/hr • 5 yrs exp
I am a compassionate and dedicated Home Health Aide with a strong commitment to enhancing the quality of life for those in need. I have 5 years of experience, and bring empathy and professionalism to every client I serve. My expertise includes assisting with daily living activities, medication management, and providing emotional...
Yailen can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep, live-in home care, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Maria C.
Fort Myers, FL
$20-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Objective:
Dedicated and compassionate Home Health Caregiver with 8 years of experience providing exceptional care to individuals in need. Skilled in assisting with daily living activities and personal care while ensuring dignity, respect, and safety. Seeking to leverage expertise, including certification as a phlebotomist, CPR...
Maria can also help with: Personal care, dementia, meal prep, home modification, visiting nurse, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
63-year-old male, college grad, available to help senior men to engage in light activities - fishing, dog park, nature walk, music, chatting, etc., for a couple of hours each day or week. My father passed away two years ago at 92, and my 89-year-old Mom currently lives alone, so I know first-hand that regular activities and...
Paul can also help with: Transportation, companionship
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
A home health aide with two years of experience supporting a wide range of palliative patients. A proven track record of providing dignified care to clients to enable independent living and ensure a high quality of life.
I have a friendly personality and enjoy interacting with others. I am genuine, and people can see that I am...
Dayanis can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, personal care, companionship
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Dayanis is amazing and I highly recommend her if you are looking for a caregiver! She is passionate, caring, and a hard worker. Dayanis always goes above and beyond to help my grandma who has dementia. She has given me the peace of mind knowing that I am leaving my...
Melinda L.
5.0
(2)
20 years of health care experience, a degree in medical coding. Been employed as a CNA at Lee Health since 2005, CPR (BLS) certified. Private duty Personal care for 20 years. I love cooking, singing, spending time with my family. I take great pride in caring for others, and I love what I do!!!
Milmose can also help with: Home modification, live-in home care, dementia, personal care, respite care, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"We hired Milmose to take of my mother for six months, after she had a major surgery. She took excellent care of her. Milmose is a great person, very compassionate, punctual and respectful. She is such a great person that she has become a friend of the family....
Quenia I.
I have completed a Home Health Aide program and have worked as a home care provider for 8 years. In that time I have had experience with Dementia, Parkinson's, preparing meals, bathing, ambulation, dressing, feeding, transfers, incontinence care, and various household duties. I believe what makes me stand out is I understand...
Lisa can also help with: Companionship, mobility assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
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Recent home health aide reviews in Fort Myers, FL
Francine T.
5.0
Best Caregiver! Absolutely wonderful!
- Steve P.
Edith W.
5.0
Edie has been taking care of my 82 year old father and my 80 year old mother for the past 8 months. To say she has been a blessing would to understate what she has meant to them. Edie was hired to provide care for my parents after we tried multiple in-home health care companies. These companies...
- Daniel Z.
Tammy R.
5.0
Tammy helped care for my mother for the past 9 months. She worked 50 hours a week and was always on time. She brought a lot of knowledge to our situation and we can't think her enough. We worked with other agencies and they were never reliable. Using Care.com and finding Tammy was such a relief....
- William B.
Gloria G.
5.0
Gloria is an outstanding professional certified nursing assistant (CNA). She was employed by my wife and I as a private duty nurse four 4 1/2 years. She enjoyed her work and worked hard caring for my wife who had advanced Frontal temporal dementia. She was a loyal employee who always put her client...
- Rod W.
Suzanne D.
5.0
I feel so lucky to have found Suzanne. She is kind compassionate and aware of the challenges associated with aging. She speaks with my mother is a way that is engaging and brings her along on the journey. I can't imagine the situation my Mother and family would be in if we didn't find Suzanne....
- Peg C.
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FAQs for finding home health aides near you in Fort Myers, FL
What does a home health aide do near me in Fort Myers, FL?
If you’re planning to hire a home health aide near you in Fort Myers, FL, 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 Fort Myers, FL?
When it’s time to hire a home health aide near you in Fort Myers, FL, 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 Fort Myers, FL?
To find home health aides near you in Fort Myers, FL, you can create an account with Care.com and then you can filter and sort local home health aides by distance from Fort Myers, FL. 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 Fort Myers, FL?
The average rate for hiring home health aides near you in Fort Myers, FL on Care.com as of July, 2024 is $22.06 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 Fort Myers, FL?
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.
Ratings for Fort Myers, FL home health aides listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Home Health Aides in Fort Myers, FL are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 27 reviews of the 36 listed home health aides.