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Nico G.

Portage, MI

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$13/hr
Light cleaning
transportation
meal prep
live-in home care
I have supported many of my senior relatives throughout their day-to-day lives. Several have lived with me during challenging times, and I've always stepped in to help however I can. I'm patient, responsible, and supportive, and I consistently put my best foot forward. Ensuring someone's safety, comfort, and happiness is always...
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Blessing C.

Fun And Great Provider

Portage, MI

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$11/hr
2 years experience
Dementia
live-in home care
light cleaning
meal prep
personal care
+ 1 more
Working as a CNA have been my greatest passion, I worked at a assisted living, and memory care for almost two years and I now work at a rehab facility for 6 months. Moreover I was a teacher aid for 2 years for pre-schoolers .
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Katiera B.

Portage, MI

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Dementia
live-in home care
light cleaning
meal prep
respite care
+ 1 more
Throughout my years in the field, I have worked with individuals of all ages and with a variety of health conditions. I am skilled in administering medications, providing personal care, managing household tasks, and offering emotional support to both clients and their families. I am also knowledgeable about medical equipment and...
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Sarah C.

Portage, MI

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Dementia
light cleaning
hospice services
live-in home care
meal prep
+ 1 more
For the last five years I have worked directly with adults as a home help aid . For two of those years I had my own business. My employees and I used person centered planning to ensure physical, mental and emotional health was all well tended to and supported. Caregiving is a passion of mine and comes very naturally. I have...
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Henryka T.

Integrity

Kalamazoo, MI

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Dementia
live-in home care
hospice services
personal care
respite care
+ 1 more
I have 20+ years experience to provide wide range of care to meet individual's needs: Mobility, transfers, hygiene, transportation, nutrition, medication, housekeeping, case management. Also, I have worked with many individuals affected by dementia/Alzheimer. Will be happy to provide references.

Jessica B. says "Henryka has a lot of knowledge and was willing to help with anything. She is an excellent lead caregiver who was able to recognize things that should be...

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Kimberly K.

Professional Home Health Care

Kalamazoo, MI

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Dementia
live-in home care
hospice services
personal care
respite care
+ 1 more
I have 19+ years of experience working with physically and mentally challenged individuals and in senior care. I completed my Bachelor's in Human Health Administration at Ashford University (now the University of Arizona Global Campus). I have been fortunate enough to work with several families from Care. Com and have been...

Care Member says "10/10 love her to death. Best care giver "

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Kristen O.

Caring, Fun, And Experienced Care Giver

Kalamazoo, MI

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
home modification
errands
hospice services
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I've worked with seniors as a personal care aid helping them with daily activities, duties, and chores. I helped them with medications, showering/bathing, using the bathroom, eating, being social, etc. I worked in a private group home for two years, and help with my grandparents whenever possible. I've worked with seniors,...

Care Member says "Kristen O was extremely caring, reliable and trustworthy while caring for my loved one."

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Samir M.

Kalamazoo, MI

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Errands
live-in home care
light cleaning
meal prep
mobility assistance
+ 1 more
My calling to care for others stems from a deep passion for supporting adults' and seniors' independence and well-being. With two years of experience, I provide respite care, live-in home care, transportation, and assistance with errands and shopping. I can also help your loved ones with light housekeeping, meal preparation,...
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Samantha S.

Providing High Quality Care With Compassion And Grace

Kalamazoo, MI

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$22/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
hospice services
errands
light cleaning
live-in home care
+ 1 more
I am a compassionate and dedicated caregiver with 17 years of experience providing direct care to patients with diverse needs. I have been a care provider for individuals with traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries & geriatric populations. I am proficient in assisting individuals with activities of daily living to...
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Rebeka C.

I'm Here For You And Your Loved One.

Kalamazoo, MI

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
light cleaning
errands
live-in home care
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have over 15 years experience caring for my great grandmother with Alzheimer's, then my grandmother and more recently my aunt who has MS. I have began caring for a couple of ladies with Parkinson's so I have become familiar with it. I am fair, caring and flexible in order to meet the needs of those entrusted to my care. I am...
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Cynthia K.

Fun And Energetic

Kalamazoo, MI

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$18/hr
15 years experience
Companionship
light cleaning
errands
live-in home care
meal prep
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, fun, and loving I like caring for seniors because I would want someone like myself to care for my parents and my self I'm looking for a job that I can help and make a difference in someone's day I started caring for seniors when my dad got sick in 2005 In my spare time, I like to...
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Christine B.

Kalamazoo, MI

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Dementia
light cleaning
hospice services
live-in home care
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have 18 years of experience. I can assist with bathing, grooming, feeding, companionship, meal preparation, medication management, laundry, shopping, light housekeeping, transportation services.
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Leigha L.

Kalamazoo, MI

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$11/hr
Hospice services
meal prep
live-in home care
light cleaning
I am very friendly and fun! I love helping people and doing activities. I learned CPR in my KVCC health class and first aid. I don't have my own car but I have reliable transportation everyday.
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Eliud M.

Kalamazoo, MI

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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
live-in home care
light cleaning
meal prep
personal care
+ 1 more
As a compassionate husband and father, my calling is caring for others. My Counseling Psychology diploma and Nursing Assistant certification have prepared me to care for seniors and people with disabilities, including those with Alzheimer's, dementia, and autism. I have five years of experience managing group homes and...
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Teaghan D.

Kalamazoo, MI

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Dementia
live-in home care
light cleaning
meal prep
respite care
+ 1 more
Hi! I have been a nurse going on almost two years! I currently work in the NICU and am looking for some side jobs!
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Cyntira E.

Over 15 Years Of Providing Quality Care.

Kalamazoo, MI

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Live-in home care
CPR-Certified, hippa and osha trained, effective and efficient ability to multitask Time management with an eye for details
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Elisha R.

CareGiver/Nursing Student

Kalamazoo, MI

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$11/hr
4 years experience
Dementia
live-in home care
light cleaning
meal prep
transportation
+ 1 more
I'm new to Kalamazoo, I'm a Nursing student from Ferris University looking for a side gig. I have experience working at several nursing homes, and have cared for private families as well. I have a pretty flexible schedule and can accommodate to any needs.
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Karen C.

Care By Karen

Vicksburg, MI

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
meal prep
live-in home care
personal care
respite care
+ 1 more
My name is Karen. I have been a Caregiver since I was 16, over 30+ years of experience. I have worked in client homes, nursing homes, AFC homes and an Alzheimer's/Dementia Unit for 9 years until I started taking care of my parents. I have also worked through different independent agencies which would send me to various locations...
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Zynobia L.

Battle Creek, MI

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Companionship
hospice services
errands
light cleaning
live-in home care
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as hardworking, selfless and strong minded. I like caring for seniors because it makes me happy to be able to help someone in need of help. Caring for seniors who don't have much family one of the things I love to do. Seeing that I can put a smile on their faces makes me happy on the inside and out....
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PAUL B.

CNA And Veteran Ready To Assist Your Loved One

Battle Creek, MI

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Errands
live-in home care
light cleaning
meal prep
mobility assistance
+ 1 more
After transitioning out of the military I have begun taking steps to open my own adult foster care facility. As part of that I have completed my training as a CNA and started working in a local facility. I'd be happy to help your family provide care while we are getting the business licensed and ready for residents. Please don't...
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  • The average post rate is $15.25/hr as of November 2025

Recent live in caregiver reviews from local parents in Portage, MI

Live In Caregivers in Portage, MI are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 30 listed live in caregivers

Henryka T.

Henryka has a lot of knowledge and was willing to help with anything. She is an excellent lead caregiver who was able to recognize things...

- Jessica B.

Kimberly K.

10/10 love her to death. Best care giver

- Care member

Kristen O.

Kristen O was extremely caring, reliable and trustworthy while caring for my loved one.

- Care member

FAQs for finding live-in caregivers near you in Portage, MI

The average rate for hiring a live-in caregiver near you in Portage, MI is $15.25 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 Portage, MI 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 Portage, MI 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 Portage, MI 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 Portage, MI, 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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