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I love to do hair and make up on the side for fun. As a CNA, I have worked at a nursing home, ALF, and being a home health aide for hospice patients as well as private care. Senior care available.
Angelina can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, mobility assistance, companionship, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
Licensed Nurse
Clarissa B.
Merritt Island, FL
$20-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
I am currently working as cargiver, I love my job, helping people and making the difference is very rewarding experience, this are my qualification and experience:
- General errands
- Light Housekeeping
- Organizing
-Geriatrics Companionship
- Pet/Vacation Care
- Medical Assistant
-Nursing Assistant
- Home Health Aide
-...
Clarissa can also help with: Personal care, hospice services
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
Lucia B.
Melbourne, FL
$25-35/hr • 8 yrs exp
I Am A Very Loving, Compassionate, Patient Mother With A Very Good Attitude, Always Happy .
5.0
(8)
I am a very loving, compassionate, patient caregiver with a very good attitude, always happy and in good health.
Offering my services as a caregiver and home health aid.
I have worked for 8 years in dementia and Alzheimer's and giving all the assistance for medicine and vital signs, I handle low and high B / P, and medicine ....
Lucia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, personal care, dementia
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Lucia provided home health care for my elderly neighbor and friend for several months.
During this time I witnessed her skills, care and concern for her patients. Obviously she is a skilled and caring professional. After watching her care for a difficult...
Ron S.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Allison but can call me ally . I am 26 years old . , I love working with the elderly & special needs community. This is my passion seeing someone smile & being able trust you . I love my job it has brought me so many opportunities and experience & Skills with training ! I am thankful be part of the elderly lifestyle....
Allison can also help with: Light cleaning, live-in home care, companionship, hospice services, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Extremely competent and caring. "
Care member
5.0
(7)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I saw the posting for the Home Health Aid and I am interested in the position. I have all my HHA certificates and 7+ years of experience with excellent recommendation letters. Most positions I've held have been long term and they end either because the client moves away or sadly passes. I am currently working with a...
Maria can also help with: Live-in home care, visiting nurse, personal care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Marita is friendly with a kind, caring disposition. She is a great cook. She truly cares about her patients/clients. She did ok with cleaning."
Care member
Agnes N.
Melbourne, FL
$25-35/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a CNA and have worked with several clients both private and through Agencies. I am very caring, hardworking, empathetic and professional to mention just a few. I have worked with clients with dementia, Alzheimer's, brain injuries, hospice, Mental health, ALS, Parkinson's and several others.
I am certified in CPR/AED, First...
Agnes can also help with: Dementia, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Agnes helped both of my parents when they had dementia. She is compassionate, highly skilled, patient, and has a wonderful ability to connect with her clients. Over three years, Agnes became a vital member of our care team. I recommend her most highly and with...
Catherine M.
5.0
(1)
My name is Jessica and I am a 35-year-old Human Services student with an AS degree, currently working on a BA. I have 10+ years experience as a Home Health Aide/Care Taker. Some of my duties were to clean their home, administer medication, cook meals, run errands, bathe and dress, companionship etc. I am very familiar with the...
Jessica can also help with: Live-in home care, personal care, dementia
5.0
"Jessica was great with my Mom who has dementia, trouble walking and can be a tad difficult at this point. Jessica took it all in stride, was a few minutes early, and very flexible. When you are going through a loved one having dementia the caregivers are joining in...
Susan A.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm a compassionate, patient & reliable Home Health Aide with over 8 yrs of Senior Care Experience. I have both experience in Home Care & Memory Care/Assisting Living Facilities. I can assist with ADL's, Transportation Services, Running Errands, Shopping, Medication Reminders and/or Distribution, Cooking Meals & Light...
Jessica can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, personal care, dementia, meal prep
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I can not express how grateful I was to have Jessica help with the care of my mother. She was caring not only to mom, but keeping us all aware of moms days since we all lived out of state. We called her out angel
On earth! She was with mom days leading up to the...
Care member
4.9
(11)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am passionate about caring for people because I feel everyone needs love and care, also it gives me pleasure to help and care for people. I have been caring for the elderly since 2008. I have experience in all types of health issues, it is also great in getting to know the people I care for and getting to know about so many...
Valerie can also help with: Companionship, errands, hospice services, home modification, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Valerie has shown great care and attentiveness and frequently goes beyond what is expected of her. "
Care member
Bria T.
Melbourne, FL
$16-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
I'm a Certified Home Health Aide with 3+ of experience delivering compassionate care to elderly, palliative, and bed bound patients. Building positive relationships with clients and identifying opportunities for enrichment and social interactions. Communicate empathetically with clients, build relationships, and provide updates...
Bria can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, transportation, meal prep, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Amanda G.
Melbourne, FL
$30/hr • 2 yrs exp
My name is Amanda, I have worked as a home health aide for two years and I love what I do.
I'm someone who is always looking for ways to help and improve the lives of others.
I am generous, easy-going, and kind. I take pride in my work and the way I operate is by treating patients like they are family, so I know I'm giving the...
Amanda can also help with: Light cleaning, mobility assistance, dementia, meal prep, companionship, errands & more
Shanah R.
Titusville, FL
$17/hr • 4 yrs exp
I am a certified home health aid. I've been working with elderly for about fours years. I am CPR & first aid certified, I have my Medtech certification also so I'm able to pass medication if needed. I have the ability to be a companion and homemaker.
Shanah can also help with: Errands, respite care, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, transportation & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Was a home health care aid before a career with postal service. after retirement finished college for my degree I start in 1978. Now would like to go back to something I enjoyed doing. I was asked for by many customers to come into their home and care for fathers and husbands, and was able to build a great relationship with my...
Douglas can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, errands, companionship, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Callie E.
Palm Bay, FL
$20-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
I have 5 years of experience. I have worked as a Home Health Aide for HomeInstead Senior care. I have also worked with a client privately.
Callie can also help with: Personal care, errands, meal prep, respite care, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
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Recent home health aide reviews in Merritt Island, FL
Lucia B.
5.0
I wholeheartedly recommend Lucia. She possesses a unique combination of technical skills and a warm, empathetic personality that makes them well-suited for the challenges associated with providing care to the elderly. She has shown an innate ability to connect with seniors on a personal level,...
- Mariela C.
Allison R.
5.0
Extremely competent and caring.
- Care member
Maria M.
5.0
Marita took care of both my parents for a few years. Mom had advanced dementia and dad had diabetes and a heart condition and she treated them both with so much care and love. She treated them like her own parents. I never had to worry when she was working the shift Anybody who hires her will not...
- Care member
Agnes N.
5.0
Agnes helped both of my parents when they had dementia. She is compassionate, highly skilled, patient, and has a wonderful ability to connect with her clients. Over three years, Agnes became a vital member of our care team. I recommend her most highly and with absolute confidence.
- Catherine M.
Jessica P.
5.0
Jessica was great with my Mom who has dementia, trouble walking and can be a tad difficult at this point. Jessica took it all in stride, was a few minutes early, and very flexible. When you are going through a loved one having dementia the caregivers are joining in your difficult time. For me...
- Susan A.
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FAQs for finding home health aides near you in Merritt Island, FL
What does a home health aide do near me in Merritt Island, FL?
If you’re planning to hire a home health aide near you in Merritt Island, 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 Merritt Island, FL?
When it’s time to hire a home health aide near you in Merritt Island, 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 Merritt Island, FL?
To find home health aides near you in Merritt Island, FL, you can create an account with Care.com and then you can filter and sort local home health aides by distance from Merritt Island, 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 Merritt Island, FL?
The average rate for hiring home health aides near you in Merritt Island, FL on Care.com as of May, 2024 is $20.00 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 Merritt Island, 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.