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Renee H.

Cocoa Beach, FL

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
dementia
meal prep
live-in home care
errands
+ 1 more
I have 5 kids of my own including triplets. I've taken care of family members with medical issues. Now that my children are grown, I have more time to help others . . I am available to help with errands , cleaning, dr. appts and anything else that's needed.. I have lots of references with elderly clients . I have my HHA. do...
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Esthefany G.

I'm Esthefany M.

Melbourne, FL

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$20/hr
Errands
hospice services
respite care
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
My name is Esthefany. I currently work as a home helper for elderly people. It is a job that I do with dedication and love. Care taker Assistant with knowledge of basic patient care procedures. Comfortable working in home care settings. Good communication skills and ability to follow instructions. Eager to contribute to a...
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Marcia S.

Caregiver

Titusville, FL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
meal prep
live-in home care
errands
+ 1 more
I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately 15 years of experience caring. I also have Caregiver Companion Professional Liability Insurance.

Jay R. says "Marcia took excellent care of my Dad until his passing He would light up whenever she showed up for her shift She had an excellent way with him A Caring...

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Pauletta S.

Melbourne, FL

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
live-in home care
light cleaning
errands
+ 1 more
I am a caring loving person. I am a mother of four grandmother of 12. I've been a direct caregiver for over 20. I'm a certified CNA who loves taking care of people the way that I would want someone to take care of my love ones. I just like making a difference in helping people in their time of need. I've been caring for people...

Scott L. says "Paulette helped me with my mother-in-law who has Alzheimer's. Because of the Alzheimer's my mother-in-law is very difficult to deal with. Paulette was...

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Allison R.

Home Health Aid

Melbourne, FL

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
live-in home care
light cleaning
errands
+ 1 more
My name is Allison I've worked in assisted-living's nursing homes rehabilitation centers. I have lots of experience with working with ALS, alzheimers and dementia , Parkinson's for 7 years I am also certified and licensed in a few things EMT Student , phlebotomist, Medical Assistant, home health, aide,& certified nursing...

Care Member says "Extremely competent and caring. "

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Olinda L.

Palm Bay, FL

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
respite care
personal care
hospice services
+ 1 more
I worked in a nursing home as a CNA in clearwater, and moved on to Community Hospital . In 1987, I opened a home health agency and worked licensed by the state of Florida until 1990. In 1991, I had a child and stayed at home for six years to raise her. I went back to work at a hospital in Miami in 1996. In 1997, , I have owned...
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Alinne M.

PT Home Health Aide/ Caregiver Available :)

Palm Bay, FL

5.0(0)
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$18/hr
1 year experience
Companionship
dementia
respite care
personal care
live-in home care
+ 1 more
I'm a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) with years of experience in geriatric in-home care. I truly care for my clients like family and find joy in supporting their daily lives. I've helped seniors with Alzheimer's, COPD, mobility challenges, and recovery from surgery, providing personalized care and companionship. If you need...
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Maria M.

Passionate Caregiver

Palm Bay, FL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Dementia
live-in home care
personal care
visiting nurse
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...

Care Member says "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...

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Zaida M.

Expert Caregiver

Melbourne, FL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
hospice services
live-in home care
Compassionate & professional Certified Nursing Assistant. Working in senior care for over 20 years in Assisted living, Memory care & Private duty environments. Specializes in Alzheimer's & Dementia care.

Amara V. says "One of the best people I've ever met!! Zaida really cares for each and every one of her patients as if it were her own family. If you get the opportunity...

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Ranada B.

Love What I Do Work In Integrity And Care

Melbourne, FL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
dementia
light cleaning
hospice services
errands
+ 1 more
Med tech *CPR*phlebotomy*patient care tech Domestic violence* HIV/AIDS* ALZHEIMER'S* HHA* I have more certifications but can't remember them all right now I like to stay updated on my CEUs.

Care Member says "She was a very patient helpful nurse she stayed on top of everything from making sure my dad was comfortable to making sure he stayed clean dry and had...

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Jessica P.

Full Time Care Giver Available

Melbourne, FL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
live-in home care
personal care
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...

Susan A. says "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...

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Janice C.

Palm Bay, FL

2.0(0)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
light cleaning
hospice services
errands
+ 1 more
Certified Nursing Assistant for more than 30 years, experience in all care . Trust worthy, honest, respectful, compassionate, caring, I will nurse your love one back to great health! Experience in Hospital care , Nursing Home , Assisting Living, Group Home Management, Drs Offices , Home Care , Nursing Home , Hospice Care ,...
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Bismark A.

Melbourne, FL

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$16/hr
6 years experience
Live-in home care
Worked as a care giver in a family home back in Africa , I have a lot of experience regarding this job but still humble to learn
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Estee P.

Senior Companion & Caregiver

Cocoa, FL

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$22/hr
5 years experience
Companionship
dementia
light cleaning
hospice services
errands
+ 1 more
I have an authentic passion for serving; for several years she has enjoyed working within the health and wellness community to assist and care for seniors.
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Marlene F.

Mature Experienced Caregiver

Melbourne, FL

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
live-in home care
personal care
respite care
I've cared for a variety of people. I have cared for people who have had strokes, heart problems, Alzheimer's, mobility problems, wheelchair transfers, incontinent problems, and diabetes. Very good references upon request.
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Leydi P.

Palm Bay, FL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
home modification
visiting physician
visiting nurse
live-in home care
+ 1 more
Hi, I am originally from Colombia. I studied early childhood education in Eastern Florida and have previous experience as a teacher assistant in my local church for 6 years. However, I have been working as a caregiver recently. I am a dedicated and compassionate caregiver with 15 years of experience providing high-quality care...
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Charlee L.

Senior Care Giver

Cocoa, FL

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$27/hr
Dementia
errands
transportation
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Charlee! I am in nursing school currently and love helping senior citizens and just being around them.. I previously worked in a nursing home and it was my most favorite job!
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Shyline H.

Certified Nursing Assistant Available For Full-Time

Palm Bay, FL

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
light cleaning
hospice services
errands
+ 1 more
Certified Nursing Assistant am a dependable, hard-working, reliable Certified Nursing Assistant with 13+ yrs of prestige care. I have a solid background in delivering the most remarkable patient care in every dimension w/ references if needed. My strong passion for creating an environment conducive to patients care is my...
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Lailanie B.

Care

Cocoa, FL

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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
live-in home care
light cleaning
home modification
+ 1 more
Throughout my healthcare journey, I have worked in various settings, including a nursing home for a year and alongside an autistic individual for 3 years. I also contributed 7 months of volunteer work for Parkinson's disease patients. I find value in helping others, which I demonstrated as a trauma tech at Carolina Medical...
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Debra K.

Cocoa, FL

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$20/hr
8 years experience
Companionship
dementia
personal care
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I've spent nearly 10 years caring for seniors and adults with disabilities, with a strong focus on dementia care. For me, caregiving is more than a career - it's a calling. My mission is to bring comfort, joy, and companionship to each day. I take the time to truly connect, whether that means going for a walk, enjoying a meal...
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  • 60 live in caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.67/hr as of November 2025

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

Recent live in caregiver reviews from local parents in Merritt Island, FL

Live In Caregivers in Merritt Island, FL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 60 listed live in caregivers

Marcia S.

Marcia took excellent care of my Dad until his passing He would light up whenever she showed up for her shift She had an excellent way with...

- Jay R.

Pauletta S.

Paulette helped me with my mother-in-law who has Alzheimer's. Because of the Alzheimer's my mother-in-law is very difficult to deal with....

- Scott L.

Allison R.

Extremely competent and caring.

- Care member

FAQs for finding live-in caregivers near you in Merritt Island, FL

The average rate for hiring a live-in caregiver near you in Merritt Island, FL is $20.67 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 Merritt Island, FL 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 Merritt Island, FL 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 Merritt Island, FL, 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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