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Donna L.

Dependable Full-Time Caregiver Available

West Columbia, SC

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Dementia
hospice services
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
+ 1 more
I am a Certified Nursing Assistant. I have over 20 years of experience caring for seniors. I have worked with Alzheimer's and Dementia patients, individuals who have had a stroke, diabetics, and blind individuals in their homes. I am a dependable and compassionate caregiver. My work experience includes personal care such as...

Courtney L. says "Donna worked for our family taking care of our grandmother right after my grandfather passed. She was so sweet, caring, and just a genuine person. When...

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Shamik S.

West Columbia, SC

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$14/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
I am a very reliable, patient person who has approximately 5+ years of experience caring for school aged children. And 20 plus years caring for my own children. For several years, I worked as an after school director in a school setting because I love working with kids. With me, your children will receive appropriate care,...
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Linda R.

Child care

West Columbia, SC

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$12/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
I would describe my personality as caring, loving, compassionate, dependable, trustworthy. Certification - Certified Nurse Assistant/ Home Health & Hospice Care, Midlands Technical College 1994-95 CPR and First Aid - Current Phlebotomy Midlands Technical College 2007 12 years Neonatal Intensive Care at Prisma Health Richland...
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Shamik S.

West Columbia, SC

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$16/hr
5 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
transportation
home modification
dementia
I'd describe my personality as caring, honest, thorough I like caring for seniors because it is a rewarding experience. I'm looking for a job that compatibility, career advancement, stability. I started caring for seniors when I was a teenager. I cared for my grandmother and great grandmother. In my spare time, I like to...
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Linda R.

CNA

West Columbia, SC

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$12/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
home modification
light cleaning
hospice services
errands
+ 1 more
I would describe my personality as caring, loving, compassionate, dependable, trustworthy. Certification - Certified Nurse Assistant/ Home Health & Hospice Care, Midlands Technical College 1994-95 CPR and First Aid - Current Phlebotomy Midlands Technical College 2007 12 years Neonatal Intensive Care at Prisma Health Richland...
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Colleen D.

Enthusiastic And Experienced Senior Caregiver And Professional Nanny

Lexington, SC

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Personal care
dementia
Hi there! My name is Colleen and I'm currently a professional personal care assistant for the elderly. I have around 8 years of experience and am looking to expand to help more families. Ideally, I'd love to work full-time with one family, but can do multiple. Medication administration, meal preparation, housekeeping, and...

Sherri H. says "Colleen is very dependable, punctual and flexible. She was wonderful with my mom with Alzheimer's and super helpful around the house. She's a hard worker...

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Jennifer M.

Household Management/Housekeeping

Lexington, SC

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Changing bed linens
general room cleaning
refrigerator cleaning
kitchen cleaning
dusting
+ 1 more
Household management/assistant & light housekeeping. With over 10 years of professional experience in personal assisting/household management, and housecleaning, I am able to provide my assistance in many aspects of the home. From grocery shopping and meal prepping, to basic errands and laundry, I am able to knock out a daily...
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Jennifer M.

Household Manager

Lexington, SC

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
As a highly experienced domestic staffing professional with 15 years in the field, I'm passionate about nurturing the well-being of children, families, and seniors. My journey into domestic staffing began with fulfilling babysitting roles as a teenager, and progressed into full time nanny positions, household management, and...
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Jennifer M.

Senior Care

Lexington, SC

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$16/hr
10 years experience
Errands
meal prep
transportation
personal care
light cleaning
+ 1 more
As a highly experienced domestic staffing professional with 15 years in the field, I'm passionate about nurturing the well-being of children, families, and seniors. My journey into domestic staffing began with fulfilling babysitting roles as a teenager, and progressed into full time nanny positions, household management, and...
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Allayah K.

Lexington, SC

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$17/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
I'm an experienced, caring, and patient nanny with a passion for helping children learn and grow. My calm demeanor and friendly personality put kids at ease, and my excellent communication skills ensure parents are always informed about their child's day. I'm very comfortable enforcing household rules, and I enjoy playing...
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Isa G.

Care-giver

Lexington, SC

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
carpooling
Hiya! I'm Isa and I'm a 19-year-old nursing student at Lander University. I'm a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and I'm currently earning my BSN (Bachelor's Science of Nursing). I've been babysitting for a while now, but I started recently getting paid for my sitting 3 years ago. I'm CPR/First Aid certified and have worked...
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Corinthia B.

A Compassionate Companion

Lexington, SC

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
I am a certified nursing assistant of 27 years. I'm experienced in long term, dementia, skilled, rehabilitation, corrections, psychiatric, Alzheimer's, home care, hospice ect I'd describe my personality as positive trustworthy truthful compassionate and dependable I like caring for seniors because I love helping others be the...
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Isa G.

Hiya! My Name Is Isa And I'm A 19-year Old Nursing Student At Lander University.

Lexington, SC

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
daily feeding
Hiya! I'm Isa and I'm a 19-year-old nursing student at Lander University. I'm a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and I'm currently earning my BSN (Bachelor's Science of Nursing). I've been pet sitting for a while now, but I started recently getting paid for my sitting 3 years ago. I'd describe my personality as...
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Christina F.

Lexington, SC

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$12/hr
10 years experience
Hey there! I am a nanny by trade, but have always been available to help the families out with all sorts of odds and ends to keep their household running smoothly. I am a very organized person and quite capable of juggling several tasks. At this time I work as a nanny every other week and have open availability to provide...
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Emily C.

Experienced Cleaner Taking On New Clients!

Lexington, SC

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Basement cleaning
cabinet cleaning
changing bed linens
carpet cleaning
bathroom cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! I am an experienced cleaner taking on new clients. . A little background on me, I am an experienced Estate/House Manager, with over 15 years of in-home and resort cleaning experience working for high-net-worth individuals. All of my domestic work included household cleaning and services including child and pet care,...

Donna S. says "She is honest, dependable, and hardworking "

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Janice B.

I Am Reliable Caring And Loving Person

Irmo, SC

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
home modification
light cleaning
hospice services
errands
+ 1 more
I care for people as if they were my own family and how I'd want them treated. I'm very passionate about senior care, kind, caring, calm and very patient and empathetic. I'm able to provide both physical and emotional support to clients, help with meal preparation, medication reminders, bathing and dressing, bathroom assistance,...

Tawny T. says "Janice was a wonderful caregiver to my grandmother. She was dependable and became such a bright presence in our home. She came to my home Monday-Friday for...

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Elizabeth S.

About Me

Lexington, SC

5.0(1)
from
$12/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
Hi! My name is Elizabeth. I am South Carolina born and raised. I love spending time with my dog, attending church, and anything outdoors. I have a huge heart for all children. In 2020, I graduated from USC Aiken with a BA in Early Childhood Education. I have taught in the public school system, as well as the private school...

Samie P. says "Elizabeth is amazing! We were so nervous hiring a babysitter for our special needs daughter but Elizabeth was so great and she eased our worries...

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Frances S.

Caregiver

Irmo, SC

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
I am an experienced nanny and babysitter, serving typical children as well as special needs children and adults. I also pet sit and house sit. I have experience as a Nanny, Personal Care Assistant, Preschool Teacher, a Substitute Teacher for all grades and learning abilities, and a Special Education teacher's Assistant. I have...

Donna G. says "Fran has a unique ability to interact with children and adults in such a wonderful way. I worked with her first when she substituted for Teacher's aides....

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Frances S.

Experienced Caregiver

Irmo, SC

5.0(1)
from
$12/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am a mother of four college age children with over 20 years of childcare experience. I have worked as a Preschool Teacher, Substitute Teacher for all grades and learning abilities, and a Special Education teacher's Assistant. I have experience babysitting and as a nanny, serving typical children as well as children and young...

Devin B. says "Fran was our nanny for our 2 boys for 2.5 years, and she became part of our family! She is absolutely wonderful with our boys and would go over and beyond...

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Marietta J.

Blythewood, SC

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
Hello my name is Marietta. I've worked as a certified nurse assistant. I'm CPR certified, a non smoker, and covid vaccinated. I have experience working with babies-elderly. I'm a great person. I have a good attitude, and am a pleasure to be around. I'm a hard worker, any task placed before me I try my best to complete. I'm...
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  • 42 personal assistants are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $14.80/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated personal assistants is 5.0

Recent personal assistant reviews from local parents in West Columbia, SC

Personal Assistants in West Columbia, SC are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 42 listed personal assistants

Donna L.

Donna worked for our family taking care of our grandmother right after my grandfather passed. She was so sweet, caring, and just a genuine...

- Courtney L.

Colleen D.

Colleen is very dependable, punctual and flexible. She was wonderful with my mom with Alzheimer's and super helpful around the house. She's...

- Sherri H.

Emily C.

She is honest, dependable, and hardworking

- Donna S.

FAQs for finding personal assistants in West Columbia

The average rate for hiring a personal assistant in West Columbia, SC on Care.com as of June, 2025 is $14.80 per hour. The cost may fluctuate depending on the type of service you need assistance with and how frequently.

Care.com has 5 personal assistants in West Columbia, SC. 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 West Columbia 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 West Columbia, SC 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 West Columbia. 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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