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Jaclyn B.

Serving With Dignity

Akron, OH

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$19/hr
1 year experience
Companionship
errands
hospice services
light cleaning
live-in home care
+ 1 more
Hello! I would call myself dependable, hard working, and trustworthy. I have about 1 year of experience working in adult care. I love being a companion to people, from being a person they can talk with to helping with things around the house. I just had a baby girl (June 2024), and am looking for someone who would be flexible...
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Marie H.

Private Caregiver

Akron, OH

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Dementia
errands
light cleaning
live-in home care
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello, My name is Marie, and I am a compassionate, nurturing, respectful, patient, confident, and modest individual. I strive to encourage and uplift those around me, treating others with the same respect and kindness I wish to receive. I conduct myself in a manner that reflects my belief in the significant impact that character...
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Pat S.

A Caring Older Person That Has Been Blessed With Good Health Able To Relate With Older Adults.

Akron, OH

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$8/hr
Errands
light cleaning
live-in home care
meal prep
transportation
I have been a school teacher for over 30 years, 10 years in a daycare and now feel my abilities would be best met working with the senior community. I'm a good companion.
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Deborah M.

I Have Been An Aid For 30 Years

Akron, OH

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
dementia
hospice services
light cleaning
live-in home care
+ 1 more
I have experience with Alzheimer's and dementia care and with hospice care. I have 30 plus years in elderly care. I can help with bathing , dressing and meal preparation. I'm upbeat and happy type of person. I love my job and love the people I take care of.
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Angela M.

Caregiver

Akron, OH

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$50/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
errands
light cleaning
live-in home care
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi I'm Angie. I became an RN in 2004 and I have a passion for care giving. Let me know your needs and I'll get back with you to see if I'm a good fit for your situation. Thanks!
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Melissa P.

Caring And Dedicated CNA

Akron, OH

4.4(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Dementia
hospice services
live-in home care
personal care
respite care
I have been a certified nursing aide for over 22 years. My experience includes compassionate care for those who need a little personal care assistance or need total care- such as MS, ALS, stroke, hospice, quadriplegic and paraplegic patients, as well as dementia and Alzheimer's care. I am also experienced with caring for people...

Care Member says "Melissa is an excellent caregiver for our octogenarian loved one. She is flexible, professional and willing to go the extra mile. "

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Billy G.

Reliable, Compassionate And Patient Caregiver Here!

Akron, OH

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$22/hr
1 year experience
Dementia
errands
hospice services
light cleaning
live-in home care
+ 1 more
Hello, Billy here. I am reliable, patient, kind and there is nothing I can't help your family with. If there is something I don't yet know, that is something for me to learn from each individual person who has different preferences and a different way of living life. I am very organized and strategic and like to do things the...
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Natalee A.

I Am CPR And FIRST AID, Also I'm STNA License. I Have Baby Sat For Many Years, Also Do STNA For 2 Yr

Akron, OH

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Companionship
dementia
errands
home modification
hospice services
+ 1 more
Hello families! My name is Natalee, and I'm a dedicated tutor with Akron Public Schools. I recently served as a long-term substitute teacher for preschool and have loved every minute of working with young learners. This summer, I'd love to help families by taking kids on fun, safe adventures and leading educational activities...
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Jessica W.

Respectful Care With Focus On Art & Food Appreciation

Akron, OH

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$8/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
live-in home care
I have multiple years of individual care giving experience. I've provided home care for a teenager and an adult woman in the areas of meal preparation and personal care. I've been a volunteer caregiver, as well, for most of the past 20 years.
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Heather P.

Akron, OH

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$8/hr
Dementia
errands
hospice services
light cleaning
live-in home care
+ 1 more
I am a 51yr old woman with over 20 years of experience with geriatric people. I am a retired RN. (registered nurse) I love listening to the stories they have! I am willing to do light house work and some meal prep.
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Madison W.

Akron, OH

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$22/hr
6 years experience
Dementia
errands
home modification
hospice services
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, friendly and easy to get along with! I do have my STNA license! I have experience with special needs children, babysitting, geriatrics and pet sitting! Senior care available.
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Meghan P.

Thankful For New People And New Opportunities

Munroe Falls, OH

5.0(0)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
dementia
errands
hospice services
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I enjoy working with kids and adults of all ages. I also enjoy animals as well especially dogs and horses. In high school I received an honors in art but just recently graduated with my human services degree from Kent state university. I have experience in home health care (9 years), childcare(3 years) also with struggling,...
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Linda M.

Senior Care Giver

Barberton, OH

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Dementia
hospice services
live-in home care
personal care
Retired from nursing, 24 years exp, 10 yrs home care. Cleaning, cooking, assist to apptms, showers, shopping, laundry. Any care needed in the home. Good personal experience n resume.

Judy L. says "Linda is very patient, kind, and dependable. You're loved one would be lucky to have her!"

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Kara K.

Caregiver

Cuyahoga Falls, OH

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
home modification
hospice services
live-in home care
personal care
+ 1 more
I am a Registered Nurse with a previous BA degree in English literature from IU. I've been working in senior and palliative care for 15 years primarily doing private care for individual patients and families. I have managed home care for special needs and senior clients coordinating 24 hr care, payroll, scheduling and meal...

Lisa B. says "I hired Kara to assist with a senior day program I run and she was the best employee I had. She never missed a day, thoroughly enjoyed each senior she...

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Haley G.

Caregiver

Tallmadge, OH

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
4 years experience
Dementia
errands
light cleaning
live-in home care
meal prep
+ 1 more
I've taken care of a retired cancer doctor for a year now. I've dressed him, helped him go to the bathroom, escorted him to another location, helped him at his computer, prepped diner or breakfast and did light house cleaning!

Care Member says "Very sad to see her go ....she will always have a job with us.. always early never calls off and very caring person ..one of my best employees..."

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Lisa W.

Licensed STNA Available Full Time Excellent With ADL's & Therapy Assist

Barberton, OH

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
7 years experience
Companionship
dementia
errands
home modification
light cleaning
+ 1 more
NO AVAILABILITY AT THIS TIME: I'm an STNA looking to take care of you or your loved one on a regular basis. I'm also CPR certified. My previous position was working for an in home care company caring for the elderly in the privacy of their own home. I was also the supervisor so I set up all care plans for the clients based on...

Carol P. says "Lisa is personable and hard-working. She has her STNA so can help with care in the medical area. She also cooks, cleans, organizes, etc."

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Margaret W.

Experienced Senior Caregiver

Cuyahoga Falls, OH

4.0(0)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Dementia
light cleaning
live-in home care
meal prep
personal care
+ 1 more
I have over 30 years of experience working with seniors. I have a 4 year college degree. I have worked at hospitals, nursing homes and in clients' homes. I am professional, responsible, dependable and compassionate. I have much patience and I am very supportive to my clients and their family members. I am excellent at...
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Hannah M.

Clinton, OH

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Dementia
errands
hospice services
light cleaning
live-in home care
+ 1 more
I have been working in a nursing home setting for one year and have had experience with hospice patients, rehab, long term, dementia, and companion care. I have been responsible with showering, cleaning, dressing, light housekeeping, toileting, as well as transferring with hoyer lifts and extensive assist. I am now looking to...
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Sage L.

Caregiver

Munroe Falls, OH

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Errands
light cleaning
live-in home care
meal prep
transportation
My name is Sage I am 19 years old and going to stark state for nursing school. I am a certified caregiver and been one for about 2 years now. I have my basic life support certification as well. I love caring and connecting with elders and being able to help out with anything I can do. I live in Munroe Falls and willing to drive...
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Giordan D.

About Me!

Barberton, OH

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$19/hr
1 year experience
Companionship
dementia
errands
light cleaning
live-in home care
+ 1 more
Hey I'm Giordan you can just call me Gio but here's a little about me! I'd describe my personality as efficient, fast learner and hard worker! I like caring for seniors because I enjoy chatting with them and my grandma in Cuba, passed away with no one to care for her. I enjoy the company and knowing I am helping make someone's...
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  • 60 live in caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.03/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated live in caregivers is 4.8

Recent live in caregiver reviews from local parents in Akron, OH

Live In Caregivers in Akron, OH are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 24 reviews of the 60 listed live in caregivers

Melissa P.

Melissa is an excellent caregiver for our octogenarian loved one. She is flexible, professional and willing to go the extra mile.

- Care member

Linda M.

Linda is very patient, kind, and dependable. You're loved one would be lucky to have her!

- Judy L.

Kara K.

I hired Kara to assist with a senior day program I run and she was the best employee I had. She never missed a day, thoroughly enjoyed each...

- Lisa B.

FAQs for finding live-in caregivers near you in Akron, OH

The average rate for hiring a live-in caregiver near you in Akron, OH is $18.03 per hour. It’s worth noting that this is just an average, and the cost of a live-in caregiver can vary based on their qualifications, their years of experience, and the unique type of care your loved one requires.

To start your search for a live-in caregiver near you on Care.com, sort caregiver profiles by distance from Akron, OH or zip code. If you want to increase the amount of available options, you can expand your search radius. Then you can compare candidates by reading about their experience working with seniors, the type of caregiving services they provide, and their hourly rate.

Yes, caregivers near you in Akron, OH on Care.com are asked to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. Senior caregivers who complete this background check will have a badge on their profile displaying the date it was run. While CareCheck is a good start, we strongly recommend that you follow some additional steps for hiring a caregiver for seniors safely, which include interviewing candidates, checking references, and running your own background check. Visit our Safety Center to learn more.

There is no one-size-fits-all approach to live-in caregiver services. All clients have different needs and all caregivers feel comfortable offering specific services. Generally though, you can expect a live-in caregiver to help with cooking, cleaning, tasks that are difficult for the senior to manage, and transportation. It’s important to interview a few different candidates, when hiring a live-in caregiver near you in Akron, OH to see what responsibilities they feel comfortable taking on and how their service offerings line up with your needs.

When it’s time to interview live-in caregivers near you in Akron, OH, you’ll want to be ready with a list of interview questions you can ask them. You’ll want to start by asking them to tell you more about their work experience and qualifications. Then you can ask them what types of responsibilities they can take on. Don’t be afraid to tell them what you need, the point of an interview is to find out if they’re a good fit for your family.

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