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Sheryl M.

Housekeeper

Altavista, VA

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$16/hr
3 years experience
Organization
kitchen cleaning
bathroom cleaning
changing bed linens
window washing
+ 1 more
Hello, I am a reliable and honest 47-year-old who enjoys my line of work. I have worked for families and businesses personally in cleaning their homes or companies. I love to keep things organized and clean the best way possible. I would like to assist you in your home cleaning and doing whatever needs to be done. Contact me at...
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Altavista, VA

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$16/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
I am a Certified Personal Care Aide also I private sit directly with families. I assist elderly and disabled in their homes with personal care, meal preparation, meds, laundry, and light housekeeping. I also worked with adults and children with autism. I love to be able to help people and take care of them. I took care of my mom...
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Altavista, VA

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Four years of childcare experience have solidified my passion for nurturing children's growth. I'm dedicated to positively impacting young lives, providing support to both children and their families. I have worked with kids from ages 6 weeks old to 12-year-old! My approach is patient, calm, creative, and friendly. I'm...
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Evington, VA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
live-in home care
dementia
errands
respite care
+ 1 more
With over 12 years of experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant, I have dedicated my career to providing compassionate, reliable, and high-quality care to those in need. My passion lies in helping others maintain their comfort, dignity, and independence--whether it's through daily living assistance, companionship, or attentive...
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Experienced Teacher

Lynchburg, VA

5.0(1)
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$13/hr
10 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
I am a Pre-K teacher with 15 years experience and CPR/first aid certified. I am a creative person so interacting with children with art, music, and different intellectually stimulating activities is my specialty. I take the care of children very seriously and thoroughly take the time to get to know each child and their...

Stephanie G. says "Kirstin is amazing. She's playful and fun, she's strict when need be and has the patience of a saint. My kids love being with her and she treats them...

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Health Care Worker CNA

Rustburg, VA

3.5(1)
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$13/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Live-in home care
light cleaning
companionship
dementia
meal prep
+ 1 more
My health care skills can provide for your needs. My training consists of nursing care in areas of MR, companion, and skill care. I work hourly or 24-hour cases per family need OR FILL IN POSITIONS. I provide safe, honest, kind, and dependable service. I respect family and patient's needs for private personal care. My life is...

Doug H. says "Rita came on short notice and volunteered to stay overnight when she was only hired for daytime. She was attentive and offered a variety of help to our...

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Professional, Experienced Household And Personal Assistant

Gladys, VA

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$10/hr
10 years experience
My background consists of working in the medical field and most recently as a privet hospice sitter. I love helping patients and families through difficult times. I am very creative and enjoy antique shopping and refurbishing furniture on the side. I would love to help out any way I can either temporary, part time, or on a full...
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Lynchburg, VA

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$18/hr
9 years experience
Transportation
meal prep
dementia
errands
light cleaning
Compassionate and dependable Behavioral Therapist and Private Care Assistant with hands-on experience supporting individuals with developmental and behavioral needs. I am passionate about making a meaningful difference by helping clients build confidence, independence, and daily living skills in a safe and supportive...
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Bedford, VA

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Mobility assistance
meal prep
errands
home modification
transportation
+ 1 more
Making a difference in someone's life is what I'm all about. My passion for supporting the well-being and independence of adults and seniors led me to this fulfilling career. For 13 years , I've been a Certified Nursing Assistant, dedicated to providing compassionate and patient care. I'm detail-oriented, which helps me notice...
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Bedford, VA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
hospice services
companionship
dementia
meal prep
+ 1 more
Making a difference in someone's life is what drives me. I'm passionate about supporting the well-being and independence of adults and seniors. My background includes a college degree and hands-on experience providing personal care, mobility assistance, light housekeeping, meal preparation, and transportation. I'm also...
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Companion Senior Care

Gladys, VA

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
hospice services
companionship
dementia
meal prep
+ 1 more
Are you looking for people that are dependable, trustworthy and responsible? I have worked with seniors most of my life. I have dependable transportation, non smoker and back up, faith based help. I am licensed and insured. and can provide assistance with personal care, light housekeeping, meal preparation, reminding to take...
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Joyful And Reliable Nanny

Forest, VA

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$30/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
I'd describe my personality as joyful, caring, reliable and genuine. I like working with kids because of their unique perspective of life. I love having conversations with them and seeing how they see the world. I'm looking for a job where I can work with children and help in their growth. I've been working with kids since...
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Forest, VA

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$40/hr
30 years experience
I'm passionate about helping elementary and middle school students unlock their full potential. With 30 years of teaching experience, I strive to build confidence and foster a love for learning. I assess student skills and personalize a program to help them progress in the area(s) needing assistance. By actively listening and...
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Lynchburg, VA

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$13/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
dementia
light cleaning
live-in home care
Compassionate and dependable caregiver with over 4 years of experience providing quality care to elderly individuals. Skilled in personal hygiene support, medication management, mobility assistance, and emotional companionship. Dedicated to improving clients' quality of life through patient-centered, respectful care.
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Lynchburg, VA

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Mobility assistance
meal prep
errands
home modification
personal care
+ 1 more
Knowing that families want to keep their loved ones at home is what drives my passion for senior care. For the past 10 years, I've been honored to help seniors thrive in the comfort of their own homes. As a Certified Home Health Aide, I provide a range of services, from personal care and mobility assistance to meal preparation,...
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Gretna, VA

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Personal care
meal prep
companionship
errands
respite care
+ 1 more
Making a difference in people's lives is what drives me as a caregiver. With two years of experience, I'm dedicated to supporting the well-being and independence of adults and seniors. I provide respite care, run errands, assist with personal care, perform light housekeeping, and prepare meals. I adapt to changing routines,...
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Lynchburg, VA

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Pet transportation
dog training
pet sitting
pet walking
grooming
I can't remember animals ever not being in my life. I was a member of the 4-H horse club from the day I was old enough until the day I aged out. I showed horses up to the national level, and while there were glamorous aspects, countless hours of care, maintenance and medical attention went into making this possible. I was a...
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Lynchburg, VA

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$18/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Compassionate and dependable Behavioral Therapist and Private Care Assistant with hands-on experience supporting individuals with developmental and behavioral needs. I am passionate about making a meaningful difference by helping clients build confidence, independence, and daily living skills in a safe and supportive...
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Lynchburg, VA

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$17/hr
11 years experience
Mobility assistance
meal prep
dementia
errands
personal care
+ 1 more
Making a difference in the lives of adults and seniors is my calling. For the last 10 years, I've dedicated myself to providing compassionate care, and supporting independence. I have a college degree and I am certified in CPR and First Aid. My approach is professional, detail-oriented, friendly, and empathetic. I provide...
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Lynchburg, VA

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$11/hr
Companionship
Making a difference in someone's life is my passion. I'm a friendly caregiver with experience supporting adults and seniors. My goal is to help them maintain their well-being and independence. I am compassionate and love assisting seniors. I adapt to changing routines, de-escalate stressful situations, and incorporate memory...
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  • The average post rate is $17.33/hr as of May 2026

FAQs for finding personal assistants in Altavista

The average rate for hiring a personal assistant in Altavista, VA on Care.com as of May, 2026 is $17.33 per hour. The cost may fluctuate depending on the type of service you need assistance with and how frequently.

Care.com has 3 personal assistants in Altavista, VA. To start the search process, you will first need to create an account by answering a few simple questions to find the personal assistant services that match your needs. You will then have the option to either post a job and receive applications from candidates, or search for personal assistants directly on the platform. You can filter results by distance from Altavista or hourly rate, and then compare the assistants' skills and services they offer. After selecting a few candidates, you can schedule interviews, check references and hire the personal assistant that best fits your needs.

Most personal assistants in Altavista, VA can help families with a combination of general errands, shopping, organizing events and managing a parent's schedule. Personal assistants typically do not provide child care services, but they can help by driving kids to and from school or other activities around Altavista. Additionally, some personal assistants are okay with performing pet care or even light housekeeping duties, but these duties are less common.

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