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Deborah H.

Practical Nurse, Companion

Durham, NC

from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
home modification
transportation
errands
I'd describe my personality as having integrity, I'm reliable and have a big sympathetic heart I like caring for seniors because I like to bring joy and comfort to them I'm looking for a job that is part time I started caring for seniors when I lived in NY 25 yrs ago In my spare time, I like to read, walk, spend as much...
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Sheila M.

Super CNA

Durham, NC

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hospice services
errands
dementia
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello my name is Sheila M. I have been a CNA for over 35 years. I think my greatest strength is my compassion for patients. II believe my dedication to providing compassionate care and support to the patient and their loved ones makes me a qualified candidate for this. I can provide Personal care, Companionship, Medication...
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Tempestt T.

Care Provider And Companion

Durham, NC

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$20/hr
9 years experience
Personal care
live-in home care
dementia
Hi, I'm Tempestt, a non-medical care provider and companion for the elderly. I come from a family of caregivers, and I have been learning from my mother, who has been caring for seniors for over two decades. With over 10 years of experience, I am committed to providing exceptional care to seniors. I specialize in caring for...
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Mathias K.

Look No Further The Care You Need Is Here!! My Name Is Mathias Looking Forward To Helping You.

Durham, NC

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Hospice services
errands
dementia
light cleaning
live-in home care
+ 1 more
I am a friendly, energetic, and compassionate caregiver with a passion for senior care. My journey began with caring for my grandparents and grew into professional experience in a hospital setting. Supporting seniors is fulfilling for me, as it allows me to assist with tasks they can no longer manage, making a positive impact in...
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Kristina L.

CARETAKER-

Durham, NC

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
errands
mobility assistance
personal care
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Kris I have years of healthcare professional experience with compassion and adaptibility. I'm dedicated to providing personalized support for individuals of all ages, with or without special needs. Committed to fostering independence, ensuring safety, and enhancing quality of life with patience, respect, and...

Anna F. says "Kris is professional, organized and easy to talk to. I highly recommend her!"

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Beth W.

Recurrent Nanny/Pet Care

Durham, NC

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
carpooling
I have 3 girls so I was active in schools and church from K-12. For 20 years, I have been involved in teaching Sunday school and preschool-5th on Wednesday nights. I have been in charge of the pre-k crafts and mostly K-5 for VBS for 16 years. My paid jobs in NC, I have watched children for 6-7 families in 12 years with the age...

Jennie C. says "Beth has done a wonderful job taking care of our baby! She's worked for us for a year, and gave our child wonderful and loving care. Beth took our baby on...

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Patricia B.

For Every Care That You Need

Durham, NC

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
Hello! I'm Patty your childcare provider. With care you definitely can't refuse. I've worked as a nanny/ housekeeper/sitter /assistant etc. For over several years. so if it's cooking/cleaning or helping to keep the kids off their electronic I've done it all.. our children is our greatest blessing and they deserve the best of...

Care Member says "Patricia is a very dependable and reliable person. She will never let you down. I am very impressed with her honesty and willingness to work and do even...

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Timothy M.

Reliable, Trustworthy And Loving Care Giver

Durham, NC

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$15/hr
Light cleaning
home modification
errands
live-in home care
mobility assistance
+ 1 more
Compassionate and dependable senior caregiver with 2 years of experience providing personalized care to elderly clients in home and assisted living settings. Skilled in assisting with daily living activities, medication management, companionship, and promoting safety and dignity. Known for building strong, trusting relationships...
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Kenya B.

Full-time Compassionate, Loving And Caring Person

Durham, NC

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Personal care
live-in home care
home modification
respite care
dementia
Personal care to patients with cancer, alzheimer's, mentally challenged and disabled elderly children. Capable of taking and reporting vital signs. Perform extensive research to strengthen knowledge of resident's illness. Highly skilled in grooming, toileting, bathing, dressing and transferring elderly resident's. Wheelchair...
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Brenda M.

Durham, NC

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$20/hr
8 years experience
Home modification
errands
dementia
hospice services
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as Patient, Compassionate and Empathetic. I like caring for seniors because it's deeply fulfilling since it allows me to make a meaningful impact on their lives during a stage that often comes with unique challenges. I value my patients, their life experiences, and stories. I feel honored to provide...
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Kristina L.

CARETAKER-HAB.TECH

Durham, NC

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$13/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello my name is Kristina but I go by Kris. I am currently a certified nursing assistant, I also have 5+ years in retail. I have a lot of personal experience with caregiving and working with people that have physical/mental disabilities and would love to turn what I've done for years at home into a professional career....
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  • 71 personal assistants are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.93/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated personal assistants is 4.7

Recent personal assistant reviews from local parents in Durham, NC

Personal Assistants in Durham, NC are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 63 reviews of the 71 listed personal assistants

Kristina L.

Kris is professional, organized and easy to talk to. I highly recommend her!

- Anna F.

Beth W.

Beth has done a wonderful job taking care of our baby! She's worked for us for a year, and gave our child wonderful and loving care. Beth...

- Jennie C.

Patricia B.

Patricia is a very dependable and reliable person. She will never let you down. I am very impressed with her honesty and willingness to work...

- Care member

FAQs for finding personal assistants in Durham

The average rate for hiring a personal assistant in Durham, NC on Care.com as of June, 2025 is $20.93 per hour. The cost may fluctuate depending on the type of service you need assistance with and how frequently.

Care.com has 71 personal assistants in Durham, NC. 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 Durham 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 Durham, NC 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 Durham. 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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