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Susan S.

Columbia, SC

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$12/hr
6 years experience
Live-in home care
meal prep
light cleaning
dementia
errands
+ 1 more
Hi, I am an older adult who would enjoy helping clients with light cooking, cleaning, laundry, personal care, help with showers and would very much enjoy the companionship! I am a mom of 4 adult children and grandparent to 5 beautiful grandbabies.. I live in Columbia, and am off during the summer. I work as a teacher Assistant...
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Lex P.

Columbia, SC

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$8/hr
5 years experience
Respite care
mobility assistance
home modification
light cleaning
live-in home care
Making a difference in someone's life is what drives me. For the past five years, I've dedicated myself to providing compassionate care to adults and seniors, and I find it incredibly rewarding. My experience includes respite care, live-in home care, light housekeeping, and mobility assistance. I'm adept at adapting to changing...
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Zaria P.

Columbia, SC

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$18/hr
2 years experience
Live-in home care
meal prep
light cleaning
dementia
errands
+ 1 more
Dedicated CNA with hands-on experience in home health and facility care, skilled in ADLs, mobility support, vitals, and maintaining a clean, safe environment. Known for staying calm under pressure, building trust with patients and families, and communicating clearly with nurses to ensure consistent, high-quality care.
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Chiquita S.

Columbia, SC

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Live-in home care
meal prep
light cleaning
dementia
errands
+ 1 more
Hello, I truly loving providing care for my elderly clients. I have eight years of experience working with all types of clients. I'm very loving, calm, caring and understanding.
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Marie L.

Columbia, SC

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
live-in home care
errands
home modification
light cleaning
Making a difference in someone's life is what drives me. As a Certified Home Health Aide with five years of experience, I'm passionate about supporting the well-being and independence of adults and seniors. I provide live-in care, run errands, handle light housekeeping, and prepare meals. My approach is rooted in patience,...
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Shannon I.

Caregiver

Columbia, SC

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$8/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
live-in home care
meal prep
I have 6Months experience of being a caregiver. I'm great with older people. I am a very helpful person in loveable. Senior care available.
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kaliyah P.

Columbia, SC

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$19/hr
2 years experience
Live-in home care
I am a patient, reliable, and nurturing caregiver who finds true purpose in supporting seniors as they live with dignity and comfort. With experience in hands-on care and a heart for service, I strive to build meaningful connections, treat every individual with respect, and provide dependable support you can trust. Caring for...
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Lakeiva W.

Experienced Caregiver

Columbia, SC

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$28/hr
6 years experience
Dementia
live-in home care
personal care
Strong skill set with patients with Alzheimer's disease and dementia. Worked in skilled facilities as well as assistant living facilities.
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Niagara S.

Best CNA In Town

West Columbia, SC

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Live-in home care
meal prep
light cleaning
dementia
errands
+ 1 more
I am a Certified nursing assistant with 10 plus years of hands on experience with dementia/alzheimer care, total bed care, companionship light housekeeping and much much more. I have reliable transportation so that makes me a great fit for transportation to and from appointments and grocery store runs. My availability is...
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Shamira J.

Blythewood, SC

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Dementia
hospice services
live-in home care
I've been providing care for seniors for 6yrs. I always had the passion to care for others. I've worked in hospitals, nursing facilities & private homes. I'm very detailed and provide great care to all my patients. I am currently a certified nursing assistant looking to further my career as a Practical or wound care nurse.

Jackie J. says "Shamira is a dedicated and loyal caregiver. She stepped up to the challenge of a complex case and continued to grow as a caregiver gaining new skills and...

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Jack H.

Home Health Aide. Older, Genteel Male. Strong, Compassionate, Conscientious Care Giver.

Lexington, SC

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Respite care
hospice services
live-in home care
personal care
I am Jack. I am a home health aide. I enjoy meeting clients and getting to know them and assisting them with their daily activities and care. I prefer to work with gentlemen. I have known so many nice people through home care. I have hospice, wound care, ADL's, meal prep, housekeeping, medication scheduling, feeding tube, and...

Joyce J. says "My father in law is very ill and Jack has been amazing. I could not ask for better care for my father and our family. This man even has done laundry for...

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Marietta J.

Blythewood, SC

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Respite care
personal care
dementia
hospice services
live-in home care
Hello my name is Marietta. Thanks for viewing my profile! In 2007 I started working as a home health aide. I assist my clients with tasks inside and outside of their homes ( housekeeping, dr appts, shopping, making sure they take meds, companionship etc) Currently I work as a certified nurse assistant (2011). I'm 1st aide/CPR...

Capricia J. says "Shawnta has been a tremendous help to my family. She steps in when and where needed."

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Pamela L.

Lexington, SC

4.3(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Light cleaning
live-in home care
hospice services
companionship
dementia
+ 1 more
Hi I live in Lexington SC and I have 40 years of experience caring for geriatric adults. I am a warm, loving , honest and empathetic person that truly enjoys taking care of the elderly. I am CNA certified and can provide many references to help you feel comfortable while I care for your loved one. I am very dependable and I am...

Care Member says "Pam is a very friendly woman and has over 2 5 years of experience in caregiving. She is very punctual and extremely professional. Pam takes care of me...

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Paige S.

Blythewood, SC

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$15/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
dementia
light cleaning
live-in home care
Hi! I am a current caregiver and med tech at a senior living community. I have been with this facility for a year and love my job! I do work evening shift. I am looking for a client to take care of from 8am-1 p.m. and am open to overnight shift. I would prefer not to work every weekend but am able to work every other weekend.
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Corey A.

Lexington, SC

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$15/hr
7 years experience
Meal prep
live-in home care
dementia
errands
light cleaning
As an employee in the customer service/ patient care field it has allowed me to show case my most valuable characteristics: compassion, communication, attention to detail, being attentive to peoples needs, and having an excellent rapport with co-workers and customers. I have 2. 5 years of experience in a medical office setting ,...
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Deashynara G.

Nursing Assistant

Elgin, SC

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$13/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Live-in home care
meal prep
light cleaning
dementia
errands
+ 1 more
I am currently a nursing assistant and also a caregiver and have 4 years of experience working in the field!
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Sheana T.

Lexington, SC

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Live-in home care
meal prep
light cleaning
dementia
errands
+ 1 more
I hold a Bachelor's degree in Cardiopulmonary Science and am a Registered Respiratory Therapist with 7 years of experience. My background includes 5 years as a nurse's aide before transitioning into cardiopulmonary care, and I have had the privilege of working with patients ranging from newborns to seniors. I am certified in...
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Beverly B.

Lexington, SC

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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Live-in home care
meal prep
light cleaning
companionship
dementia
+ 1 more
Helping families with their love ones, yes they have their own lives to live as well and are very busy. These days are very challenging at times, that's why I'm offering my services to ease your minds as well as your lives.
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Jordan R.

Certified Nurse Aid 3 Years Experience

Lexington, SC

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$19/hr
3 years experience
Live-in home care
meal prep
light cleaning
companionship
dementia
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Jordan. I am a Certified Nurse Aide. I have been licensed for 3 years. I started in home health but I also have 2 years of experience working in an assisted living facility. In which I've worked all departments. This being Assisted Living, Memory Care, Rehab, and Skilled Nursing. I have some experience in...
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Anna C.

Lexington, SC

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$28/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Light cleaning
live-in home care
home modification
companionship
dementia
+ 1 more
Hi My name is Anna. I have a degree in healthcare and work as a home health care provider for about 9 years. I have a good experience with: Alzheimer's Care Dementia Care Personal Care Services Companion Care Light Housekeeping Transportation Services Meal Preparation Wound Care Hospice Care Dialysis Care Hoyer lift and...
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  • 54 live in caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.10/hr as of December 2025

  • The average star rating for rated live in caregivers is 4.5

Recent live in caregiver reviews from local parents in Columbia, SC

Live In Caregivers in Columbia, SC are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 32 reviews of the 55 listed live in caregivers

Shamira J.

Shamira is a dedicated and loyal caregiver. She stepped up to the challenge of a complex case and continued to grow as a caregiver gaining...

- Jackie J.

Jack H.

My father in law is very ill and Jack has been amazing. I could not ask for better care for my father and our family. This man even has...

- Joyce J.

Marietta J.

Shawnta has been a tremendous help to my family. She steps in when and where needed.

- Capricia J.

FAQs for finding live-in caregivers near you in Columbia, SC

The average rate for hiring a live-in caregiver near you in Columbia, SC is $16.10 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 Columbia, SC 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 Columbia, SC 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 Columbia, SC 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 Columbia, SC, 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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