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Juanita M.

El Cajon, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Live-in home care
light cleaning
meal prep
companionship
dementia
+ 1 more
I have over 30 years of experience in the medical field, starting as a CNA and nursing homes, and working as a professional nanny, and later as a phlebotomist. Now, I care for mental health clients and provide support for people Alzheimer's, and dementia. I like helping others, and making a positive difference in their lives..
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Catherine S.

El Cajon, CA

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$17/hr
Meal prep
live-in home care
respite care
dementia
hospice services
+ 1 more
Hey! I am a super active 20-year-old female that would love to be in assistance! I have volunteered at Kaiser for two years now in the surgery recovery where I help seniors with daily chores. I love to chat and am super patient while being reliable!! Let me know if you have any questions :))
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Eyerusalem W.

La Mesa, CA

5.0(1)
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$21/hr
10 years experience
Live-in home care
light cleaning
meal prep
dementia
errands
+ 1 more
i'm very compassionate, reliable and honest, with more than 10 years experience engaging seniors living at home improve activity levels and general wellness, I also have hospital and nursing home experience, I work hard to get to know my clients, so I can help them enjoy their interests and hobbies . I enjoy listening to older...

Care Member says "I thoroughly enjoyed my time when she worked for my dad came to know her as truly valuable asset to our home she’s honest,dependable and incredibly hard...

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Emma B.

Available Caregiver

Santee, CA

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Personal care
mobility assistance
companionship
dementia
live-in home care
I worked at a senior living faculty for about a year. I mostly worked in the memory care department, but I have some experience working in the assisted living department. My experience working with the residents was amazing, I learned so much and I met the most wonderful people I will remember forever. I have reliable...

Frank P. says "It is a pleasure to have Emma take care of my 85 year old mother that has COPD and is on oxygen. Emma duties included, take in the newspaper, make...

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Yelena D.

Caregiver, Companion

La Mesa, CA

3.0(1)
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$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Visiting physician
personal care
dementia
home modification
live-in home care
Greetings! Thank you for viewing my profile. I love working with seniors. I enjoy giving excellent care and valuable companionship to my clients. I am compassionate, loyal, trustworthy, reliable, organized and a great cook. I have 10+ years experience as a caregiver and companion. My last client I cared for was 93 years old...

Lena A. says " We were looking for some time for a right caregiver for my mother. She had memory and communication problems that required a lot of patience &...

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Odelia O.

Compassionate And Happy Senior care

Lakeside, CA

5.0(1)
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$26/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Live-in home care
light cleaning
meal prep
companionship
dementia
+ 1 more
Compassionate, experienced, and Dependable Senior Caregiver looking for 3 4-6, hour shifts. With about 20 years experience, . I love my job. I give care, but the clients give back so much more. I try to uplift my clients with good care, humor, and love. Still allowing the Client to help themselves as they can safely. Assisting...

Miles B. says "My family will forever be grateful for the attentive and loving care Odelia gave to my mother as her caregiver. With Mom frail yet feisty at 97, she can be...

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Braelynn J.

Senior caregiver

La Mesa, CA

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Live-in home care
light cleaning
mobility assistance
companionship
dementia
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as kind, patient, loving and gentle. I love absorbing wisdom and being a companion for those who are in need for someone.
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Alexandra L H.

Accident Caregiver

Spring Valley, CA

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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Hospice services
home modification
light cleaning
companionship
dementia
+ 1 more
I've been in Caregiver for more than 22 years. I started working as caregiver because my father had Alzheimer's dementia and from there I decided to become a medical assistant I work with Dr. Sefa with OB/GYN for three years after that I started working with the arc of San Diego five years, then I started working with elderly. I...
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Amanda L.

Jamul, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Live-in home care
light cleaning
meal prep
dementia
errands
+ 1 more
Hello, I am a licensed nursing assistant and have experience in both geriatric and memory care units. Post pandemic I dropped out of nursing school and went into holistic care. Having both western and eastern medicine experiences allows me to cater to individuals unique needs. CPR and First Aid trained. Looking forward to seeing...
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Rose Marie F.

Dedicated Caregiver | Patient-Focused

Spring Valley, CA

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
live-in home care
errands
home modification
light cleaning
I'd describe my personality as helpful & supportive. I like caring for seniors because I like caring for seniors because it allows me to give back to a generation that has paved the way for us. Many of them have amazing life stories and wisdom to share, and being there to support them brings me a sense of purpose. I'm looking...
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Gloria S.

Spring Valley, CA

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$28/hr
12 years experience
Light cleaning
hospice services
live-in home care
companionship
dementia
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as a loving, caring, funny and responsible person. I like caring for seniors because I'm passionate and caring for the burnables one. I'm looking for a job that can be able to help people in need I started caring for seniors 10 years ago. In my spare time, I like to be a family mom, a friend to my...
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Harlee E.

Lakeside, CA

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$20/hr
Live-in home care
light cleaning
meal prep
dementia
errands
+ 1 more
I'm excited to apply for the senior caregiver position. While I don't have professional experience, I've helped care for my great-grandfather and currently assist my grandmother, who has dementia and mobility challenges. These experiences taught me to be patient, compassionate, and attentive to the needs of older adults. I also...
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Hussein K.

Spring Valley, CA

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$30/hr
5 years experience
Hospice services
home modification
light cleaning
companionship
dementia
+ 1 more
Versatile and dedicated professional with a unique skill set spanning healthcare, construction, and business administration. As a licensed home care aide for 5 years and a Certified Nurse Assistant( CNA) for 3 years I bring compassion and expertise in providing personalized care to individuals, ensuring their well-being and...
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Lorena S.

Santee, CA

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$22/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
live-in home care
transportation
dementia
errands
+ 1 more
Hi my name is Lorena, and I became enrolled on healthcare medical field since 1996 with the San Diego County (EMT) 2006 became a CNA and Healthcare Essentials. With more than 20 years of experience taking care of seniors private care at their home, personal care and hygiene, taking them to doctors appointments, medications...
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Melanie H.

Gerontology Aging Specialist

San Diego, CA

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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Live-in home care
light cleaning
meal prep
dementia
errands
+ 1 more
I have always held older adults in very high esteem and am passionate about caring for them so they can live their best life possible. As a Gerontology specialist in the field of aging, my degree as well as experience has equipped me to enable older adults to maintain the healthful lifestyles which mitigate cognitive decline,...
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Lisa M.

La Mesa, CA

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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Light cleaning
hospice services
live-in home care
companionship
dementia
+ 1 more
- Caring, compassionate, honest, patient, and reliable individual - Values consistency in caregiving - Enjoys outdoor activities, gardening, and watching old movies - Believes in selfless giving and the importance of small acts of kindness - Over 15 years of experience in caregiving - Experienced with various conditions: -...
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Tania O.

Alpine, CA

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$25/hr
15 years experience
Live-in home care
light cleaning
meal prep
dementia
errands
+ 1 more
Bringing comfort and support to seniors is truly my calling. For 15 years, I have dedicated myself to providing compassionate care, focusing on preserving independence and well-being. My background includes some college education, and I am fluent in both English and Spanish. As a caregiver, I provide respite care, live-in...
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Ashleh D.

Spring Valley, CA

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
live-in home care
respite care
dementia
errands
+ 1 more
Hello, My name is Ashley. I took care of my grandparents for about 3 years gave them total assistance. I am currently working as a caregiver in a senior living company. I been working here for 1 year. I have really good experience for all type of senior.
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Yulisa F.

Chula Vista, CA

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
dementia
light cleaning
live-in home care
Hi my name is yulisa I'm 23 I'm from Dominican Republic I'm want to express my interest in the caregiver position, I'm confident that my experience and dedication to providing attention and personalized care make me a valuable person. For over 2 years, I had the opportunity to care for my great grandmother, who suffered from...
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Sivoki T.

Reliable And Loving Caregiver

La Mesa, CA

2.6(1)
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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hospice services
home modification
light cleaning
companionship
dementia
+ 1 more
I am a certified caregiver with many years of experiences. I was also trained to care for patients with LVAD for heart failure patients at a Hospital. I have experienced working with diabetic patients , stroke patients and dementia patients too Help patients with Shower and following the physical and speech therapy instructions...

Dan J. says "Sivoki cared for my mother for almost 2 years. She was like a family member. She helped with everything we needed. She was very caring and loving with my...

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  • 60 live in caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.55/hr as of December 2025

  • The average star rating for rated live in caregivers is 5.0

Recent live in caregiver reviews from local parents in El Cajon, CA

Live In Caregivers in El Cajon, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed live in caregivers

Eyerusalem W.

I thoroughly enjoyed my time when she worked for my dad came to know her as truly valuable asset to our home she’s honest,dependable and...

- Care member

Emma B.

It is a pleasure to have Emma take care of my 85 year old mother that has COPD and is on oxygen. Emma duties included, take in the...

- Frank P.

Yelena D.

We were looking for some time for a right caregiver for my mother. She had memory and communication problems that required a lot of...

- Lena A.

FAQs for finding live-in caregivers near you in El Cajon, CA

The average rate for hiring a live-in caregiver near you in El Cajon, CA is $21.55 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 El Cajon, CA 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.

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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 El Cajon, CA 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 El Cajon, CA, 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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