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33 personal assistants are listed in West Columbia, SC
The average rate is $20/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby personal assistants is 6 years
Personal assistants in West Columbia, SC
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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...
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"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 the pandemic hit, we unfortunately had to let our...
Reviewed by Courtney L.
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Available to hire hourly or full-time CNA with over 12 years' experience. I have my CNA license and am CPR certified. My work has ranged from clients with dementia and assisting hospice to being a companion for those who find it difficult living alone and don't want to move from their homes.
I believe my main job is to meet...
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"As a full-time live-in caregiver, Ana dedicated more than 4 years of her life, 24 hours/day, 7 days/week, to meeting my mother's every need becoming a dear friend to her and forever a part of our family. Ana is...
Reviewed by Briggs S.
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My name is Donna. I have worked as a personal caregiver, helper-assistant for over 20 years. I enjoy staying busy and helping people. I have helped clients in the past with grocery shopping, errands, doctor appointments, organizing their home, mail, email, etc. I understand that life can get so busy and sometimes it's nice to...
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With my background in caregiving, I specialize in companionship, meal preparation, and light housekeeping for seniors. My passion for helping others is evident in my work, and I understand the importance of choosing the right person to care for your loved one. I would be honored to act as a Companion for someone who values their...
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"Danielle is very compassionate and enjoys helping people. She is a very nice person."
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Michelle L.
Lexington, SC
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I'd describe my personality as reliable , energetic, friendly
I like working with animals because I grew up in a home with dogs and cats. There's nothing like the love of an animal.
I'm looking for a job being able to care and assist people with their furbabies whether during the day while at work or on vacation.
I started...
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"Michelle worked with our special needs daughter from for 3 years. She is a patient, loving and enthusiastic caregiver whom my daughter loved. She is very organized and detailed oriented. She even stayed...
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Colleen D.
Lexington, SC
$15-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
Enthusiastic And Experienced Senior Caregiver And Professional Nanny
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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...
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"Colleen is one of the best caretakers I've seen. She really loves people and showed that to my mother and my family... I would recommend her to any level of care needed for a loved one. We really grew to love...
Reviewed by Scott S.
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As an organized and efficient professional with experience providing comprehensive administrative and personal support, I am confident that I would be a valuable asset to you.
From organizing travel arrangements to managing calendars and schedules, my skill set allows me to thrive in busy environments that let me put my time...
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As a veterinarian assistant I've come across many, many, MANY different pets! Love for our animal additions have no boundaries! I've bonded and connected with my patients throughout the years and I've learned so many different skills throughout the years! Whether you need an occasional walker, feeder, and brushing Im here for it...
Christina F.
Lexington, SC
$12-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
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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...
Ebony M.
Lexington, SC
$14-16/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I'd describe my personality as caring, cheerful, understanding
I like caring for seniors because I have a passion for making sure seniors are well taken care of
I'm looking for a job that will allow me to assist with daily living needs.
I started caring for seniors when I graduated high school.
In my spare time, I like to...
Jennifer R.
Cayce, SC
$20/hr • 2 yrs exp
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I'd describe my personality as very bubbly, out-going, and fun!
I'm looking for a job that provides the time to become not only a sitter but apart of a family and be there not only for the children but for the parents/guardian's needs as well!
I started working with kids when I stopped my day job as a veterinarian assistant...
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Hello there!
Thank you for reading my Bio. For experience, I have babysat for various families through my church through the years, assisted with my church's nursery, and previous job allowed me to work with high schoolers in a leadership program. I am also very comfortable helping/assisting with homework.
I am a very...
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I'd describe my personality as empathetic, compassionate and creative.
I like caring for seniors because it brings me a great sense of purpose, and spreading joy and positivity to others makes me happy!
I'm looking for a job that will provide seniors with whatever help they may need.
I started caring for seniors when I...
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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,...
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"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 a few months and always ensured my grandmother was...
Reviewed by Tawny T.
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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...
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"There are not enough words to express how much Fran means to our family. She is so wonderful with our daughter and with us. She has gone above and beyond, is super flexible and dependable. At a time of big...
Reviewed by Cat C.
Kristi C.
Lexington, SC
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Caregiver, Companionship, Light House Cleaning, Meal Prep
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I have experience caring for elderly clients with disabilities. I assist my clients with bathing, dressing, some transferring and activities for the last 18 years. I love making a difference in someone's life and I am a very compassionate person. I have experience doing activities with residents in a facility and giving a lot of...
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"Kristi is a very good and sweet lady. Cares deeply about her clients. Very loving and tender person. She enjoys working with the elderly She is very good at her job. She would be a great asset to have working...
Reviewed by Kathy S.
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I am a mother of four, three in college, one in High School. I run Charity that raises money for Special Education students in my local school district. I have worked as a Preschool Teacher, a Substitute Teacher for all grades and learning abilities, and a Special Education teacher's Assistant. I have experience babysitting and...
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"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. She could make every child smile, while setting success...
Reviewed by Donna G.
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I have many years of experience when it comes to providing care for children, those with and without disabilities. I have a Masters of Arts in Teaching in Special education with an emphasis in Severe and Multiple Disabilities. I love working with children and currently work at Deerfield Elementary School as the 3K Special...
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"Brian worked with my son on writing & reading for a couple of months, he was great with him. The school made note of the improvement. We saw our 7 year old go from hating writing to loving it!"
Reviewed by Yolanda D.
Kaitlyn M.
Blythewood, SC
$13-20/hr
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I've cleaned professionally for a short period of time as a personal assistant, but have always been cleaning! When I worked at a kennel I did daily deep cleaning and am not afraid to scrub! I look forward to meeting you!
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My schedule is very flexible and I can be available short notice. I don't mind grocery shopping, running errands, or any other personal assistant tasks you may have.
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Recent personal assistant reviews in West Columbia, SC
Donna L.
5.0
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 the pandemic hit, we unfortunately had to let our care-giving staff go due to financial issues. I would definitely recommend her to care for your...
- Courtney L.
Ana R.
5.0
As a full-time live-in caregiver, Ana dedicated more than 4 years of her life, 24 hours/day, 7 days/week, to meeting my mother's every need becoming a dear friend to her and forever a part of our family. Ana is honest, intelligent, organized, selfless and dedicated with a passion for helping others....
- Briggs S.
Danielle M C.
5.0
Danielle M C. Is a hard working individual. She strives for perfection. Handling situations as they come up is something Danielle succeeds in.
- Care member
Michelle L.
5.0
Michelle worked with our special needs daughter from for 3 years. She is a patient, loving and enthusiastic caregiver whom my daughter loved. She is very organized and detailed oriented. She even stayed overnight when needed. Michelle also helped my 90 year old mom out on her days off.
Any...
- Care member
Colleen D.
5.0
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 and was even great with my 3 dogs.
- Sherri H.
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FAQs for finding personal assistants in West Columbia
In 2024, how much does it cost to hire a personal assistant in West Columbia, SC?
The average rate for hiring a personal assistant in West Columbia, SC 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 West Columbia?
Care.com has 3 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.
What services can a personal assistant provide in West Columbia?
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.