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Clarisse Y.

Portland, ME

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Personal care
home modification
dementia
live-in home care
I enjoy offering assistance to make the lives of the elderly. I love doing this job because it makes me see myself in the future.
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Rebecca B.

Your Loved One Deserves To Be Treated Like Family!

Portland, ME

from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Hospice services
dementia
companionship
light cleaning
errands
+ 1 more
What's my secret to incredible care? Treating your family as if they were my own! As a child I was fortunate to witness the incredible care my great-grandmother received and was privileged to be holding her hand as she passed. This deeply influenced my future career path and approach to care giving. A natural proclivity toward...
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Olivia G.

Portland, ME

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$26/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
errands
dementia
live-in home care
hospice services
+ 1 more
I have been a Certified Nursing Assistant for five years, and in Nursing school for 3 years. I have been trained for Dementia patients and hospice care.
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Gloria M.

Full Time Independent Support Service

Portland, ME

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$10/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
errands
personal care
live-in home care
+ 1 more
I have worked in Portland, ME, for 2 years as part of an independent support service for a charity. I drive senior citizens, run errands, clean, etc.
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Heather A.

Portland, ME

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$21/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
errands
dementia
live-in home care
home modification
+ 1 more
Making a real difference in someone's life is what drives me. For the past decade, I've dedicated myself to supporting adults and seniors, empowering them to maintain their independence and well-being. My experiences in previous care roles have solidified my passion for this work. I've also work mental health for 20 years I've...
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Ivania C.

Portland, ME

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
errands
dementia
live-in home care
hospice services
+ 1 more
My name is Ivania, I am 24 years old. I have inpatient care experience and I am looking for a senior care position. I would love to provide the best care to your family.
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Elizabeth F.

Thoughtful, Conscientious, Reliable, Genuine, Friendly, Attentive, Adaptable, And Receptive

Portland, ME

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
dementia
companionship
live-in home care
errands
+ 1 more
Green Living Circle Care: Heart-centered, family-friendly, and welcoming of all ages infants to elders focusing on compassion, inspiring healthy lifestyle, and meeting practical needs as they arise. My background includes 4 decades of successful experience in school counseling, education, human resources, holistic retreat and...
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Deborah Achiaa A.

Portland, ME

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$16/hr
2 years experience
Live-in home care
light cleaning
meal prep
Caring for my aunt during her fight with kidney disease and diabetes taught me how to give patient, compassionate support. I help with daily routines, offer medication reminders, and provide companionship so adults feel respected and valued.
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Helen A.

Portland, ME

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Personal care
light cleaning
dementia
respite care
live-in home care
I have 12 years of senior care experience, I love working with seniors I love to have fun, I'm an outgoing person I am friendly. I like to finish my task before leaving and I'm very reliable. Hope to meet
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Cassandra M.

Part-time Caregiver Available

Portland, ME

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$16/hr
10 years experience
Personal care
live-in home care
respite care
I have worked as a caregiver for the elderly, for adults/teens/children with developmental/psychiatric disabilities, newly postpartum mothers, and so on. I love to help prepare meals, keep things tidy, and engage in conversations with my clients.
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Tanya L.

Friendly, Experienced Care Giver

Portland, ME

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$27/hr
6 years experience
Live-in home care
errands
dementia
meal prep
light cleaning
Hello, my name is Tanya , I have worked for the last two decades supporting families and adults who live independently. My presence in the home changes depending on the needs of each client.
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Lydia P.

Midcoast CNA Looking To Care For Your Loved Ones

Portland, ME

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$40/hr
10 years experience
Hospice services
errands
dementia
light cleaning
home modification
+ 1 more
I am 30 years old. I do have my CPR certification Up to date, and I am trained in emergency first aid. I also have a valid driver's license and a clean background. I have obtained my CNA. (certified nursing assistant) certificate in June of 2012 and am registered with the State of Maine Registry. I am looking for a preferably...
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Darcy S.

Portland, ME

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$16/hr
1 year experience
Live-in home care
errands
dementia
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Darcy and I just moved to Portland, ME this July. Before moving, I previously worked for a year as a caregiver at Shard Villa, a small level three residential facility back home in Vermont. As a caregiver, I helped with dressing, bathing, meal preparation, and transferring residents. However, I did not administer...
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Rosa R.

Elderly Caregiver

Portland, ME

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$16/hr
2 years experience
Live-in home care
errands
dementia
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
My name is Rosa, I have 2 years of experience in senior care. I studied for a year at the Learn Institute, learned palliative care, good nutrition, and I have a virtue which is my patience and understanding with the elderly, I characterize myself as a kind, respectful, honest person and I love this job, let me give you a hand...
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Lesley J.

Senior Care Provider For Your Family

Portland, ME

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$27/hr
10 years experience
Personal care
live-in home care
respite care
I have over 10 years helping seniors in their homes with a variety of tasks: cleaning, cooking, pet sitting, errands and more. Just ask!
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Kimberley W.

Caregiver/ Nanny

Scarborough, ME

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience
Home modification
dementia
companionship
hospice services
errands
+ 1 more
I pride myself in being an excellent caregiver. I have 30 years of experience and excellent references for both childcare and senior care. I am a Certified Nurses Aid, registered with the State of Maine. I am CPR certified and have extensive medical background and experience. I spent 10 years as an owner of a very successful...

LaDonna B. says "Kim is a conscientious and dedicated person. She has worked in health care for over 15 years, she is industrious and knowledgeable. She is excellent in...

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Lai Jan W.

Part-time Caregiver/companion

Cape Elizabeth, ME

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Live-in home care
dementia
personal care
I am a certified PSS (Personal Support Specialist) Caregiver/Companion with 16 years of experience caring for seniors aged 70 to 100. I have extensive experience working with Dementia/Alzheimer's clients and in 2016 received the Excellence in Long-Term Care Award from the State of Maine. In facilities, I have worked one on one...

Colleen M. says "Jo is so respectful and hard working. We feel lucky to have found her. She is consistent in delivering a high work ethic and compassionate patient care....

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Joanna L.

Part-Time Caregiver, Housekeeper, Babysitter, Date Night

Cumberland Foreside, ME

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Personal care
home modification
dementia
live-in home care
I've worked with seniors for the past 16 years with various agencies. I love giving back and helping those that have a need.
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Anna G.

Scarborough, ME

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
errands
transportation
live-in home care
I have experience working as a physical therapy aide while I helped seniors complete their physical therapy exercises and treatment. I also have experience in a traumatic brain injury rehab center helping older adults manage and overcome their everyday challenges.
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Taylor S.

Experience Geriatric RN

Cumberland Center, ME

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$14/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
errands
dementia
live-in home care
hospice services
+ 1 more
I've worked in the geriatric field since high school. After graduating nursing school, I found myself gravitating back toward the elderly, spending the majority of my career in long term care settings, particularly dementia. I have a passion for caring for our elderly population, as I believe they have so much to teach us, and...
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  • The average post rate is $21.80/hr as of November 2025

FAQs for finding live-in caregivers near you in Portland, ME

The average rate for hiring a live-in caregiver near you in Portland, ME is $21.80 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 Portland, ME 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 Portland, ME 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 Portland, ME 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 Portland, ME, 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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