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Susan S. says "Ana is so much more than efficient or skilled or knowledgeable- although she ranks at the top in all those criteria. She is completely trustworthy, always...
Care Member says "She has jumped in and been extremely helpful when another caretaker just suddenly left, which is probably why she didn't respond to Carol P (because she...
Lisa A. says "Art is one of the most loving, caring and understanding people I know. I can always count on him to listen when I need to talk. I would call him a natural...
Heidi B. says "Very attentive, very caring and has a good spiritual foundation. Cared for my Dad and now cares for my Mom."
Nancy W. says "Nacanieli is a great caregiver. He is attentive, warm, and respectful. I feel that my family member is in good hands when he is here. We all enjoy his...
Elizabeth E. says "George is a compassionate, knowledgeable, caring, loyal, dependable caregiver that goes beyond the call of duty. He took care of my grandparents for...
Mary J. says "Va came to us during a difficult time for my mum . She's very knowledgeable about caring for the elderly. She possesses the ultimate "can do" attitude...
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60 live in caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $27.33/hr as of December 2025
The average star rating for rated live in caregivers is 3.8
Live In Caregivers in San Rafael, CA are rated 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 23 reviews of the 60 listed live in caregivers
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The average rate for hiring a live-in caregiver near you in San Rafael, CA is $27.33 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 San Rafael, 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.
Yes, caregivers near you in San Rafael, CA 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 San Rafael, 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 San Rafael, 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.