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60 personal assistants are listed in Santa Cruz, CA
The average rate is $23/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby personal assistants is 6 years
Personal assistants in Santa Cruz, CA
Laura E.
Santa Cruz, CA
$51/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter, Pet Sitter, Personal Assistant And House Sitter Available Part Time
4.7
(3)
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I am available for the occasional evening, and am not looking for part or full time caregiving. I am an experienced caregiver, trusted driver for providing "kiddo taxi" transport, tiny house owner and student going back to school in 2020. From watching infants starting when I was 12, I have cared for all ages, toddlers up to...
5.0
"My twin 3 year old girls loved Laura!!! We used her a ton and even for a few overnights "
Reviewed by Laura S.
5.0
(1)
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Although my expertise lies within child care, I have a significant amount of experience in housekeeping. I have previously held multiple mother's helper positions, in which I primarily assisted with cooking/meal prep, laundry, tidying up, and more. At my previous job as a daycare teacher, housekeeping was one of my main duties...
5.0
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I have been a nanny for 17 yrs, having cared for 1 child to 5 children at a time. I studied and worked as a postpartum doula and have done overnights with newborns, taken workshops and classes in child/infant care. My passion is helping moms, the hardest and most important job in the world, as well as the family as a whole. I...
5.0
"Candice took care of my son 3 days a week for several weeks. He is a toddler and she is really great with that age. She is very positive, fun, creative, reliable, and laughs a lot. I felt completely comfortable...
Reviewed by Allison B.
5.0
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My name is Kira. I'm 25 years old and from Santa Cruz California. I offer predominantly childcare, as well as personal assisting in the surrounding areas. I am a trusted member of my community and have been serving within these roles for over 15 years.
Along with over 4 years of paid experience with children ranging from the...
5.0
"Kira has watched our pets (3 cats, 2 dogs) over the years and is amazing! She loves our pets as her own.She often sends cute pictures while we are away so we don't miss them too much! She is very responsible...
Reviewed by Kasey B.
Thania O.
Santa Cruz, CA
$20-30/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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My name is Thania. I've been in the medical field since 2012. I am currently a Medical Assistant. I've worked with patients who have dementia/Alzheimer's, Parkinson's disease, strokes and mostly elderly patients. Some of my responsibilities in the past have been patient personal hygiene, bathing, feeding, transferring,...
5.0
"Thania is a hard working individual. She is very attentive and great at what she does."
Reviewed by Vanessa C.
5.0
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Hello my name is Lauren, I am the owner of LBz Special Helperz, a multi-services company offering non-medical home care, cleaning/laundry services, personal shopper assistance, meal prep/catering & home/office organization. I'm an experienced caregiver with 15 years of experience caring for the elderly and disabled. I also have...
5.0
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Hey there! My name is Islay, I currently work full time at a startup as a strategic finance manager after graduating with honors from UC Berkeley. I recently moved back from NY and am looking to be an occasional helping hand for active families. I began babysitting over 10 years ago for several different families throughout high...
5.0
"She was wonderful! Kind, dependable, and great communication."
Reviewed by Heather C.
Eliza R.
Santa Cruz, CA
$23-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
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I have had a variety of experiences providing child care. My experience ranges from one-on-one care to managing siblings and large groups of 10+ kids. For some families, I regularly provide weekend, evening, and overnight care. However, my main experience is as a nanny. For the past year, I have cared for one 8-year-old three...
5.0
"We've enjoyed having Eliza as our babysitter. Eliza has cared for our children ages 3, 5, and 7. She's dependable, makes connections with our children, and keeps them busy. Our kids rave every time she comes...
Reviewed by Cathleen O.
Sarah B.
Santa Cruz, CA
$30-45/hr • 6 yrs exp
Dependable Kind & Compassionate Companion Caregiver Available To Monterey & Santa Cruz Counties
5.0
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I have been a Senior Caregiver providing companionship, compassionate care, and emotional support for over 6 years. I love the friendships & connections I get to make and the satisfaction of truly helping another person live safely at home with independence and dignity. My goal is to come alongside my clients and provide...
5.0
"I was involved with with the caregiving when Sarah joined our team. She proved to be a superior
Team member. She understands the needs of the elderly and is quick to discern a need and acts on it. She is...
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2 years experience as receptionist, catering to needs, completing various tasks, and providing hospitality.
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I have been doing personal assistant duties for about 3 years. I gain most of my clients through friends and family.
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In addition to having many years of experience as a caregiver, I am a certified massage therapist and enthusiastic about providing support for clients who are rehabilitating.
This could be through use of massage in sessions and/or supporting you with your physical therapy exercises. I am able to work with and observe clients in...
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From moving and KonMari tidying up, decluttering and home organization, support for handling estates of deceased loved ones, house sitting and plant care, event flowers, errands - I have helped repeat clients, family and friends in various support roles. As a personal assistant with a background in home management, pet and child...
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My name is Rebecca and I enjoy helping and being a service to others. In the past, I worked as a Limousine Driver and transported patients to their doctors and physical therapy appointments. I have also worked as a personal assistant helping with meal preps, grocery shopping and completing household tasks, and running errands.
Julianne B.
Santa Cruz, CA
$20-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
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As a personal assistant, I also have experience caring for the needs of my client's cats and dogs. I'm more than happy to take your dog on multiple walks per day or as prescribed. I can tend to their basic needs: brushing and combing, changing litter. If your dog is amenable, brushing teeth is not a problem. I like following a...
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I am an energetic and available college student primarily looking to help out with organizational projects, kitchen, and general room refreshes. I have one year experience as a personal assistant where I fully decluttered, documented and sold a garage full with a literal lifetime of designer clothes. I have almost two years of...
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I have 4 years of experience. I can help with Personal Care, Meal prep, Mobility assistance and Bathing/Dressing
Marissa B S.
Santa Cruz, CA
$25/hr • 1 yrs exp
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Hello! I have a years' worth of experience working with autistic, epileptic, and physically handicapped individuals. I have been providing assistance and also implementing personal life skills to those people, ranging from how to navigate working on a personal computer or iPad, making and keeping appointments, and improving...
Beatriz E.
Santa Cruz, CA
$16-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Available For Companionship, Part Time Or Full Time.Night Shift Only
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I have strong caregiving background since 2010. 2 years with my CNA license and an active BLS certification.
My profesional experience with different employers has provided me with a strong expertise in.
personal care assistant such as bathing, dressing and grooming
meal preparation
companionship
medication management...
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Hello! My name is Samantha and I am currently a student at UCSC. I have more than 4 years of childcare experience, from working as a counselor at summer camps and babysitting in my home town. I have experience with special needs children as well!
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, friendly and caring
I started working...
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Recent personal assistant reviews in Santa Cruz, CA
Laura E.
5.0
My twin 3 year old girls loved Laura!!! We used her a ton and even for a few overnights
- Laura S.
Candice Y.
5.0
Candice took care of my son 3 days a week for several weeks. He is a toddler and she is really great with that age. She is very positive, fun, creative, reliable, and laughs a lot. I felt completely comfortable leaving my son with her while I went to work. She is trustworthy, responsible and very...
- Allison B.
Kira B.
5.0
Kira has watched our pets (3 cats, 2 dogs) over the years and is amazing! She loves our pets as her own.She often sends cute pictures while we are away so we don't miss them too much! She is very responsible and prompt.We never worry about leaving our pets with her. We are sad that she moved off to...
- Kasey B.
Thania O.
5.0
Thania is a hard working individual. She is very attentive and great at what she does.
- Vanessa C.
Islay F.
5.0
She was wonderful! Kind, dependable, and great communication.
- Heather C.
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FAQs for finding personal assistants in Santa Cruz
In 2024, how much does it cost to hire a personal assistant in Santa Cruz, CA?
The average rate for hiring a personal assistant in Santa Cruz, CA on Care.com as of May, 2024 is $23.67 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 Santa Cruz?
Care.com has 27 personal assistants in Santa Cruz, CA. 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 Santa Cruz 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 Santa Cruz?
Most personal assistants in Santa Cruz, CA 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 Santa Cruz. Additionally, some personal assistants are okay with performing pet care or even light housekeeping duties, but these duties are less common.
Ratings for Santa Cruz, CA personal assistants listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Personal Assistants in Santa Cruz, CA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 15 reviews of the 60 listed personal assistants.