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39,932 personal assistants are listed on Care.com
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of June 2025
The average star rating for rated personal assistants is 4.7
What others are saying about nearby personal assistants
Martha has been a blessing to our family. She is consistent, communicative, and extremely competent. We were so please how easily she…
Review for Martha Y. by Care member
Michael is very good with my parents and has a wonderful relationship with my father with dementia., My father feels as though he has a…
Review for Michael K. by Nicole R.
Yani was on time and played well with my 9 year old son. I plan on booking her again soon.
Review for Yania L. by Care member
Personal assistants near me
5.0
(5)
I am a very passionate about what I do. I am an advocate for whomever I am caring for at the time. I have personal experience by taking care of my mother when she was sick and my grandfather for 3 years before he past away. I worked for a home care agency for 3 years assisting with personal care, transportation, companionship,...
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I felt so cared for by Martha Y on a recent trip to Columbus. She was the perfect assistant. Knowledgeable, attentive, kind, and fun to talk to. Also flexible, up for anything and SO caring.
I am already planning a return to Columbus for sightseeing just so I can...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm a life long Bexley resident. My early career was spent in high end restaurants. My last 25 years was working in assisted living and nursing home facilities. I am very comfortable with seniors and pets of all kinds. I am flexible and can do almost anything needed. I have experience in Alzheimer's and dementia, Parkinson's...
Michael can also help with: Dementia, companionship, hospice services, light cleaning, errands, home modification & more
5.0
"Michael is very good with my parents and has a wonderful relationship with my father with dementia., My father feels as though he has a buddy now as all of our other caregivers have been female. Michael is patient and kind beyond measure. He's even brought to my...
Nicole R.
Yania L.
Columbus, OH
$15/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
As a childcare provider with five years of experience, I'm passionate about nurturing children's growth and positively impacting their lives. My calm and creative personality, coupled with my ability to communicate effectively with parents, ensures that I provide a safe and nurturing environment for your little ones.
I'm...
Yania can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Yani was on time and played well with my 9 year old son. I plan on booking her again soon. "
Care member
Hello! I work full-time at the James Cancer Hospital as a Patient Care Associate. I have been in this role for almost 3 years. I am CPR certified and have experience with high-level geriatric care. I am looking to obtain some home-health experience where I can focus my skills on one person weekly or a few times a week. Further,...
Sarabeth can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Hello my name is Nijah! I am 25 and from Columbus, OH. I am thoroughly experienced in pet care of most types (I've got a dog of my own.) and while I don't personally have any children of my own, I just about raised my younger sisters who are now ages 12 and 14, tutored at an after school program at a local church and have...
Nijah can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Hello! I work full-time at the James Cancer Hospital as a Patient Care Associate. I am CPR certified. Further, I have experience with high-level geriatric, hospice, and oncology care. Additionally, I am trained in dry wound dressings and drain/catheter care. I am looking to obtain some home-health experience where I can focus my...
Sarabeth can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, personal care, transportation, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Wound Care
Hi there and thanks for stopping by my profile! I'm Emily. I'm a 26-year-old young professional and have called myself a resident of Columbus for about four years. I graduated from Ohio University in the Spring of 2012 with a Bachelors degree in Journalism and have been working as a full time Brand Strategist at a branding and...
Emily can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am a working actor with over three years of experience at a fast paced creative and marketing agency. I am very organized, used to multitasking, and am great at organizing, scheduling, prioritizing, and running any errands for my clients.
Joanna A.
Columbus, OH
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Personal Assistant / Declutter Organize Home/offices/garages
I can run errands and pick-up party supplies, food for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or parties, dry cleaning, banking, post-office, mail packages (UPS), drop off gifts or food to neighbors or clients, family members. Run to have the vehicles repaired or washed. Pick up prescriptions, shop for children's school suppliers, shoes,...
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been a stay at home mom and enjoyed being involved in my children's lives and ensuring they grew up in a happy and healthy environment. I also enjoyed helping out in our community. I planned several events for our neighborhood to bring us all together and enjoyed preparing meals for those in need and helping with their...
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello I have Patience and love People who need care often take longer to complete simple tasks, always
Compassion, Empathic and understanding with sense of Humor, Being Present, Detail Oriented always able to Accept Help. ...
Willing to Set Boundaries and Cooperative. I have different skills as shown below
1. Housekeeping:...
Nabankema can also help with: Dementia, companionship, transportation, hospice services, personal care
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
Dado B.
Columbus, OH
$15-20/hr
I am a compassionate and dedicated individual with valuable hands-on experience in caregiving through supporting family members and close friends. While I may not have paid professional experience, I have developed strong skills in providing personal care, assisting with daily tasks, and offering emotional support. I am patient,...
Dado can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Aliyah H.
Columbus, OH
$15/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider, I'm passionate about supporting families and ensuring children's well-being. With over a year of experience, I've honed my skills in providing safe and stimulating environments for children to learn, grow, and have fun.
My calm and imaginative nature allows me to connect with...
Aliyah can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Sara C.
Columbus, OH
$22-35/hr
My name is Sara, and I am originally from Colombia. I recently moved here and got married. At 24 years old, I pride myself on being a hard worker with a strong commitment to my responsibilities. I have a passion for working with children and possess experience in childcare. Recently, I completed the Red Cross CPR certification...
Sara can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, personal care
Skills:
CPR
I'd describe my personality as curious, compassionate, and versatile.
I like tutoring because it is a forgiving, democratic, and illuminating method of learning which benefits both students and tutors.
I'm looking for a job that encourages creativity in student engagement. The best students are intrinsically motivated to...
Grace T.
Columbus, OH
$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi I'm Grace!! I'm currently looking for a summer nannying position. I'm currently done for the school year with my program Linden Life Learning and Literacy. Our program helps to assist kids with their reading skills that are systematically below level. I love getting to help kids grow academically and emotionally. I'm working...
Katherine A.
Columbus, OH
$8-40/hr • 1 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, caring , compassionate
I like caring for seniors because I love hearing stories of their life and I find it rewarding to help others.
I started caring for seniors when I began nursing school in January of 2024.
My skills include medication administration, assisting with activities of...
Katherine can also help with: Light cleaning, home modification, respite care, meal prep, mobility assistance
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
CPR
Abigail K.
Columbus, OH
$25/hr • 2 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as empathetic, outgoing, and supportive.
I like tutoring because I enjoy helping students achieve that "moment." My style of tutoring encompasses a collaborative framework where I assist students to achieve success through guided questions, allowing them to fully understand the problem on their own....
Elizabeth B.
Columbus, OH
$17-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi families! I was born and raised in Hopkinton, New Hampshire, and have a wide range of experience in caregiving. I worked as a resident advisor at my university and love connecting with people and creating safe and fun environments. I am a very reliable and dependable person and have a huge passion for the outdoors! I would be...
Elizabeth can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Allison B.
Columbus, OH
$25-26/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi there! I am a new registered nurse at Nationwide Children's Hospital. I have about 3 years of experience working with the adult/elderly population. Although I love children and have decided to become a pediatric nurse, I have always had a special connection with the elderly population and wold love to continue providing care...
Allison can also help with: Dementia, companionship, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, home modification & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
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Finding a personal assistant to help you manage your busy family life shouldn't be a complicated process. If you need help from someone to ease your daily...
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Personal assistants by the numbers
39,932providers |
6.0 yrsavg. experience |
22,042member reviews |
4.7 / 5avg. rating |
FAQs for finding a personal assistant
How much does it cost to hire a personal assistant in 2025?
The average national rate for hiring a personal assistant on Care.com as of May, 2025 is $21.06 per hour. The cost may fluctuate depending on the types of services you need assistance with, the amount of experience the candidate has and whether you need them full-time or part-time.
How can I use Care.com to find personal assistants?
Once you've identified what your needs are, you can either post a job on the website and receive applications from personal assistants in your area, or search and message them yourself. You can filter personal assistants by their hourly rate, what skills they have and whether they've received positive feedback from a previous family they've worked for.
What services can I hire a personal assistant to help me with?
A personal assistant generally assists with things like managing your family's schedule, organizing any upcoming events and taking care of shopping needs. They don't usually take on any child care duties, but many will help transport your kids to and from school if needed. It's also not common for a personal assistant to take on any pet care or housekeeping duties, but you can ask each candidate if they are willing to help in these areas.
Ratings for personal assistants listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Personal Assistants are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 22,042 reviews of the 39,932 listed personal assistants.