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Cindy Z.
Independence, OR
$20-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
Mom Of One Looking For Some Extra Income For My Household.
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Hi my name is Cindy and I am currently working as a caregiver. I have four days off out of the week and as much as I love spending those days off with my son he is in school now so I have a few hours to kill and bring in some extra income. I am a bubbly grounded fun person that can provide comfort, companionship, and assistance...
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Nicholas W.
Independence, OR
$20-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm 20 Years Old I Have Been In The Healthcare Industry For About 3 Years I Have A Son And A Dog
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I'd describe my personality as I am a funny person love to talk/ listen to people, very caring and respectful
I like caring for seniors because when I was 13 I was helping care for my mom while she was sick and that taught me a lot in life and made me grew to love and enjoy caring for people knowing that I'm able to bring joy...
Kristi S.
Jefferson, OR
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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I have over 20 years in senior and disabled assistance & companionship.
I love to cook, and adore pets. I am efficient and organized, and very good at streamlining and day to day life tasks.
I also offer assistance with book keeping, bill paying, errands, memory support, , projects, light housekeeping and personal care.
5.0
"Kristi is absolutely honest, companionable and reliable. She was instrumental in making my Mother's final years better for her and less stressful for me and my brother. "
Reviewed by Ingrid L.
5.0
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Hello! My name is Paige. I am a professional dancer and lover of the arts. I have plenty of experience with children from babysitting in middle school/high school as well as teaching dance to children for multiple years. I love being around children, because there is so much you can learn from a developing person. I enjoy...
5.0
"Paige is an incredible caretaker and we loved having her as a full time nanny for our kids. She was a wonderful addition to our home and we highly recommend her. She's punctual, considerate and communicates...
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Tina O.
Salem, OR
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Willing To Do Any Care Providing You May Seek Housekeeping Meals All Daily Care Medication Prep
5.0
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Assisting with personal care: bathing and grooming, dressing, toileting, and exercise.
Basic food preparation: preparing meals, shopping, housekeeping, laundry, and other errands. Worked in state care for disabled with high behavior home for 18 years worked in care home before that for senior private care. currently working ....
5.0
"Tina worked for my family for over 2 years, caring for my 2 mid-80's parents who both had mental and physical disabilities from strokes as well as dementia and other health problems. Tina is a highly skilled...
Reviewed by Gail H.
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I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Home Care and Dementia. Am a diligent caregiver focused on providing optimal support to clients through personalized assistance and care required to manage personal care and medications, doctor appointments, and personal activities, Promoting independence to clients, and Being...
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Hi! My name is Darian and I have recently moved from Corvallis to Salem after finishing my bachelor degrees at OSU! I have been babysitting and nannying children since I was 15 and for the past few years I have been working as a Preschool Teacher's Assistant in Corvallis! I am very passionate about working with young children...
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Hi! My name is Allie. I work as a personal care assistant in an assisted living facility. I am currently in the process of becoming a CNA! I am trained on transfers, toileting, and catheter care. I can cook/prep meals. I can help with housekeeping tasks, and I am happy to help with errands.
Alina G.
Salem, OR
$19/hr • 3 yrs exp
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I did caregiving for dementia and assistant living residents for 7 months before moving here to Oregon. I showered, changed, fed, helped them with their hygiene. Did laundry cleaned and more. I also was a medication technician for a couple months here in Oregon I passed medication out to my resident at the times they needed it,...
5.0
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I have been a caregiver throughout my life. In the past I held a CNA license and worked in several nursing homes. I worked as a care manager assistant in a care management company which I enjoyed very much. I have been a caregiver in multiple homes over the years. I was also a personal assistant/caregiver for a program manager...
5.0
"Sharlene is a warm, compassionate and responsible caregiver. Excellent care and communication skills with my father with Alzheimer's Disease. She was with him as part of a team during some of his most...
Reviewed by Linda H.
5.0
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I'm a mother of 3 boys . All of them are grown up now . I love working with elderly people but I love also working with children . I'm a Certified Nursing assistant . CPR and first and training . I love to cook . Im a happy person . Try me and I know you will like me .
5.0
"Dalisay is a wonderful caregiver. She was caring, kind, attentive, and professional in her care for my father during his last six months on hospice. My family is grateful that she made my father's last months...
Reviewed by Mari M.
5.0
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Hello ! I'm a very experienced Certified Nursing Assistant and I worked as a CNA in California and Oregon for 19 years. I'm a very sweet and loving person. I treat my client like family and provide the best care that they need . I am well rounded, I can take care of clients with dementia, I can check the vitals every day, do...
5.0
"Dalisay is wonderful! She has worked with us for the past six months.
She is kind, she is very professional, she has excellent skills, and is a loving and reliable caregiver.
Our father is 95 years old and...
Reviewed by Jeanne W.
5.0
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Hello, I'm Shelly, a dedicated caregiver with 25 years of experience. I provide compassionate care in clients' homes, ensuring their safety, happiness, and well-being. I also like incorporating daily activities and engaging conversations.
Building strong connections is a priority. I establish open communication by understanding...
5.0
"Shelly is amazing!! She cares daily for my mother. She has been such a blessing not just for my mom but our entire family! With her experience she knows just what my mom's needs are and continues to walk us...
Reviewed by Megan G.
4.7
(3)
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Affordable availibility for your holiday breaks!
18 years training dogs, 2 years livestock, 10 years rabbits, 4 years fish indoor and outdoor.
Training: I assist in behavioral communication between person and pet. Usually the first lesson starts with door behavior, wait, and leash manners. Immediate results!
been taking care...
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"Katrina was so helpful with taking care of our pet cockatiel in her home while we were in the middle of our move. I felt so at ease knowing he was safe and looked after while we were so busy. I will definitely...
Reviewed by Lisa M.
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I have experience in the following areas: event staffing, organizational needs, catering events, bartending/serving/cooking, management, janitorial/janitorial management both for residential and commercial needs, general errands (grocery shopping/meal planning/prepping, laundry services) clerical and administrative assistance...
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For the last 10 years I have been taking care of both my parents. My Dad had a traumatic brain injury and passed away in 2012. My Mom is 91 yrs old and seems to be pretty healthy these last few years. She currently does NOT need to take any kind of medication and chooses to take 4-5 vitamin supplements.
I also have a client...
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I started working with dementia clients right before the pandemic. I am an intuitive empath (the ability to tune into the client needs) and would love to meet and see if we are a good fit. With the ability to make short visits, if client is close by (setting up meals.) I am open to seeing the many ways I may assist you or your...
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I am passionate about providing people with proper care and ensuring they have a healthy and happy life. Most of my experience lies in mental health care but through that I have gained a very well-rounded ability to provide care. I am a very organized, positive and understanding person. I am able to do in home care, provide...
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Hello, my name is Michelle, I live in Salem. I took care of my Grandmother and my Grandfather when they needed it. I discovered I really enjoy being a caregiver. I have cared for other friends and family members as well in the past, since then I've been working as a caregiver for other people. I have experience operating...
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I have 5 years college, and 5 years home health experience. 3. 5 years experience home health with geriatrics including dementia. 2 years home health with DD services. 2 years home health with special needs adolescence.
I understand that frequently the job is more than just care for the person, but care for a balanced home...
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Recent personal assistant reviews in Independence, OR
Kristi S.
5.0
Kristi is a wonderful addition to our care team. She is cheerful, knowledgeable, and very helpful. Her experience is very useful to our situation and I would definitely hire her again.
- Abbie C.
Paige S.
5.0
Paige is incredible! We miss her so much!! She is a very thoughtful and kind caregiver and a great person to work with all around. Her experience and great attitude make her a fantastic person to work with. She’s excellent and I really can’t recommend her enough!!
- Care member
Tina O.
5.0
Tina worked for my family for over 2 years, caring for my 2 mid-80's parents who both had mental and physical disabilities from strokes as well as dementia and other health problems. Tina is a highly skilled caregiver, very knowledgeable in all aspects of care-giving. She is also very...
- Gail H.
Sharlene C.
5.0
Sharlene is A wonderful, warm caring, capable, hands on type of caregiver who ministers to the heart of her client. P loved her. The family loved her. She took excellent care of P, She had to deal with some really challenging episodes of agitation and symptoms as P neared death and she remained...
- Linda H.
Dalisay S.
5.0
Dalisay is a wonderful caregiver. She was caring, kind, attentive, and professional in her care for my father during his last six months on hospice. My family is grateful that she made my father's last months as pleasant as possible. We would highly recommend her to anyone who needs a caregiver.
- Mari M.
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FAQs for finding personal assistants in Independence
In 2024, how much does it cost to hire a personal assistant in Independence, OR?
The average rate for hiring a personal assistant in Independence, OR on Care.com as of May, 2024 is $20.00 per hour. The cost may fluctuate depending on the type of service you need assistance with and how frequently.
How can I find a good personal assistant near me in Independence?
Care.com has 2 personal assistants in Independence, OR. 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 Independence 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.
What services can a personal assistant provide in Independence?
Most personal assistants in Independence, OR 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 Independence. Additionally, some personal assistants are okay with performing pet care or even light housekeeping duties, but these duties are less common.