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2,267 respite care are listed on Care.com

The average rate is $20/hr as of March 2024

The average star rating for respite care is 4.7

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Lulit B.


Ashburn, VA

$25-36/hr1 yrs exp

Love To Cook, Very Outgoing

I have 1 year of experience I can help with Transportation Services and Respite Care. I have been a nursing assistance for over 6 years working on home health nursing, now I am an LPN nurse.
Lulit can also help with: Errands, Light cleaning, Personal care, Respite Care, Dementia, Meal prep
Skills:

Licensed Nurse

CNA

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Rina R.


Leesburg, VA

$10/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced, Skilled CNA

I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Respite Care. Specialize in senior care, long term chronic illness patient care, end of life care.
Rina can also help with: Personal care, Errands, Meal prep, Dementia, Light cleaning, Respite Care
Skills:

CNA

Alison O.


Chantilly, VA

$15-30/hr3 yrs exp

Acceptional Senior Care Giver

I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Personal Care and Respite Care. I am also a Certified Medication Tech, and can give meds when needed. I am highly trained in senior care including memory care, and dementia. I am friendly, loyal, and always on time. I can provide references upon request.
Alison can also help with: Dementia, Meal prep, Personal care, Light cleaning, Respite Care, Hospice Services
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

Hi, I'm Katelin! I am a caregiver and Masters of Clinical Social Work student based out of Falls Church. I attended Virginia Tech for my undergraduate degree where I obtained a B. S in Human Development. Those who know me consider me compassionate, honest, and responsible. I take great pride in these traits. In my free time, I...
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Maria G.


Montgomery Village, MD

$20-34/hr2 yrs exp

Excellent Care Giver With Great Patience And Energy

I have 2 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Respite Care. I have worked with numerous clients, and always put their needs first and above everything. I am bilingual and willing to flex my schedule with no hesitation. I worked as a registered nurse right out of college in my hometown in El Salvador...
Maria can also help with: Personal care, Errands, Live-in home care, Respite Care, Meal prep, Dementia
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

Recent review:

5.0
I would like to take this opportunity to express my profound gratitude for the exceptional care provided by Maria to my elderly grandmother, who was diagnosed with dementia. Maria's dedication, compassion, and...

Reviewed by Cynthia S.

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Martha B.


Aldie, VA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Trusted Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

HI, I am Martha, positive, energetic, reliable, patient caregiver with 10 years experience caring for elderly and others who need home health care. I have certification as Home Health Aide , CPR, experience with Alzheimer, dementia, and other cognitive conditions, Parkinson, Heart and a Stroke Care, Cancer, Respite and Hospice...
Martha can also help with: Errands, Personal care, Hospice Services, Mobility assistance, Specialized care, Light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

Recent reviews:

5.0
It is difficult at first to have live in care when you are used to just being two people set in their ways. Martha quickly fit in and it was her nurturing and knowledgeable care of me that won my husband over....

Reviewed by Care member

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Sundaresan R.


Herndon, VA

$8-13/hr1 yrs exp

Just Enjoy Having A Conversation And Helping Seniors

I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Respite Care. I enjoy meeting senior citizen and do my part in trying to put a smile in their face.
Sundaresan can also help with: Respite Care, Errands
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Cynthia C.


Bluemont, VA

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Senior Care Provider

I have had the joy & privilege assisting senior citizens for more than 10 years. Although only a handful of families during the years (average time with a family two to three years until no longer needed), I have learned, and continue to learn, each day caring for your loved one. My experience includes Companionship, Memory...
Cynthia can also help with: Meal prep, Respite Care, Mobility assistance, Personal care, Hospice Services, Transportation
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Recent reviews:

5.0
Cynthia is so good and reliable.

Reviewed by Rodney C.

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Leandra F.


Montgomery Village, MD

$14-30/hr10 yrs exp

Senior caregiver

Hello, My name is Lee, I have 10 years of experience in medical care. I can help with some Transportation Services, light housekeeping(Exp. with residential cleaning), medication management/reminders, Daily ADLs, light cooking/meal prep and Respite Care hours.
Leandra can also help with: Dementia, Meal prep, Light cleaning, Errands, Respite Care, Personal care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

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David E.


Centreville, VA

$25-35/hr1 yrs exp

Reliable And Thoughtful Caregiver

I have one year experience of care taking with my elderly father. I'd like to emphasize the "with" in the previous sentence because I learned that care taking is an activity you do with someone, not for or to them. This is especially true for elderly persons: they value their independence and that should be respected by the...
David can also help with: Errands, Meal prep, Respite Care, Light cleaning
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Sandra N.


Frederick, MD

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Exceptionally Outgoing And Great Content Creator

I have 7 years of caregiver experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Medical Management. I also have experience with transfers of any type, respite care, dementia care, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, hospice, and end of life care. I can dance and sing to any song that makes the environment cheerful. I take delight in...
Sandra can also help with: Companionship, Hospice Services, Live-in home care, Personal care, Mobility assistance, Respite Care
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

CPR

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Hazra K.


Laurel, MD

$22/hr7 yrs exp

Compassionate, Kind And, Caring Care Giver With Alot Of Enthusiasm And Empathy.

I'm an experienced Social Services Assistant with a strong working knowledge of the social service system specializing in administration, children and family social work, and community outreach. I also have care giver experience with seniors. I used to take care of my late grandmother with housekeeping, meal preparation,...
Hazra can also help with: Light cleaning, Personal care, Errands, Meal prep
Skills:

CPR

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Zoe B.


Ellicott City, MD

$25-35/hr6 yrs exp

Part-Time

I am a 3rd-year special education pre-k teacher with students of all abilities in my class. I graduated with my Early Childhood Education and Special Education degree in 2021. I have experience starting from caring for my little brother, who has autism. Also, for two years during the summer and school year, I volunteered with an...
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Trista F.


Columbia, MD

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

For the past 10 years, I have been working with individuals with special needs or disabilities. I've worked with younger children as young as 8 years old, middle school and high school-aged youth, and older adults as well. Previously, I've worked in summer camp, school, and recreational environments. I have had experience caring...
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Juliana T.


Olney, MD

$25-30/hr4 yrs exp

I specialize in providing weekend respite services so adult caregivers can take a break while having peace of mind that there elderly parents are safe and secure. Whether you are looking to step out for a couple of hours or for the weekend I can be your relief. I serve Montgomery County, MD. My background is in mental health and...
Juliana can also help with: Dementia, Transportation, Errands, Personal care, Companionship, Respite Care
Skills:

CPR

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Deborah P.


Linthicum Heights, MD

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Caring, Reliable Caregiver Available To Care For Your Loved Ones

I am a mature responsible reliable master's level college educated nonsmoking woman, available to care for your loved ones. I have a mater's degree in clinical psychology, with training in gerontology (study of aging, problems and care for the elderly). I have experience and would like the opportunity to meet with you to discuss...
Deborah can also help with: Meal prep, Dementia, Transportation, Mobility assistance, Errands, Personal care
Skills:

CPR

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Nicole R.


Boonsboro, MD

$16-30/hr5 yrs exp

Special Needs Mom, Caregiver, And Advocte

I'm a mom to several children with special needs who are mostly all grown (24 yo with autism, mental health needs, diabetes and asthma), ADD/ADHD, former foster carer so worked with children with a wide range of needs, currently a respite caregiver and community support person for an adult with developmental and cognitive...
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Juliana T.


Olney, MD

$25-32/hr

Special Needs Companion Weekends

I specialize in providing weekend respite services for families taking care of elderly or children with special needs. I have an undergraduate degree in psychology and a masters degree in public health. I am CPR certified. I have experience working with adults and children with severe mental illness, ADHD and developmental...
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Rikki D.


Middletown, MD

$25-40/hr2 yrs exp

RN Respite Care Provider

RN Looking to provide respite care 1-2 times per month for a few hours to allow caregivers time to care for themselves. I am an RN experienced in medical/surgical care, end of life care, and I am currently working with adults with developmental disabilities for the State of Maryland. Comfortable with developmental disabilities,...
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Leah C.


Bowie, MD

$22-30/hr8 yrs exp

Non-Medical SENIOR AND Adult Care

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Of service to SENIORS and Adults more than 10 years! With documented experience and acquired skill to provide optimal care for you or your loved one's. Experience that ensures a prompt response, urgent care and attentive compassion. Accessibility Experience- Hoyer Lift un/motorized, Wheelchair un/motorized, Sit-to-Stand,...
Leah can also help with: Light cleaning, Hospice Services, Respite Care, Mobility assistance, Specialized care, Companionship
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

Wound Care

Recent reviews:

5.0
Leah has a big heart and always encourages her clients no matter their age. When she says you can do something; she makes sure they can. She is a very sweet person inside and out.

Reviewed by Care member

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Andrea C.


Washington, DC

$21-50/hr2 yrs exp

Post- Grad Looking To Make Extra Money While Gaining Valuable Life Experience With Seniors!!

I'd describe my personality as outgoing, generous, and humorous I like caring for seniors because I enjoy hearing their stories, experiences, and spending time with them. They are the sweetest people, and always looking to lend out a helping hand. I'm looking for a job that is somewhat flexible, and with a person that is...
Andrea can also help with: Mobility assistance, Respite Care, Light cleaning, Meal prep
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Audra K.


Baltimore, MD

$15-22/hr10 yrs exp

Wide Experience, Specialize In Respite Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with individuals with special needs for over 15 years. I have worked in day camp and sleep away camp settings. For the past 15 years I have shifted to doing more work with in home respite care. I have extensive experience with many diagnoses. Most recently I have worked with individuals with autism spectrum...
Hi! My name is Zoe, and although I've never professionally cared for seniors, I know I am able to do it! I am caring, engaging, empathetic, and I have a wide range of skills. I grew up in a family of 9 so housekeeping and meal preparation are things I can do, and I have a 4-month-old son who would preferably accompany me to...
Zoe can also help with: Light cleaning, Meal prep, Respite Care
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Shirley E.


Laurel, MD

$17-35/hr9 yrs exp

Available For Companionship And Personal Care Attendant.

I have experience with senior care, respite care, activities of daily living, like bath, dressing, grooming, feeding, medication administration and reminder, companionship. etc
Shirley can also help with: Respite Care, Personal care, Live-in home care, Visiting Physician, Dementia, Visiting Nurse
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

Recent reviews:

5.0
Shirley has worked for me for a year now, and I am more grateful every day that Care.com made the connection. She is very pleasant, exceptionally efficient, intuitive down to a science, and gets more done in 2...

Reviewed by Faye S.

I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Home Care and Respite Care. Graduated of nursing school in Bolivia and worked a few years before moving overseas caring for seniors as I managed a small company with another group of nurses.
Silvia can also help with: Respite Care, Live-in home care, Dementia, Personal care
Skills:

CNA

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Julianna A.


Springfield, VA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher Respite Service!

I currently work for the Department of Specialized Instruction for DC public schools. My role is to help teachers become more knowledgeable with working with diverse learners throughout the district. Previously, I worked as a Special Education Teacher at a High School in a self-contained Autism classroom. I have worked with...
Hello! I am a graduate student studying speech-language pathology at Gallaudet University and I recently moved to DC from Birmingham, AL where I received my BS in Neuroscience. I have experience with kids of all age groups and abilities and love playing outside, doing crafts, and reading. Throughout undergrad, I worked in...
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Sybil C.


Winchester, VA

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Elder Caregiver In Your Home, Part Time, Full Time, Or Respite Care.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have over 10 years of eldercare experience. Eight years of my experience is in caring for a bed bound stroke patient. I also have several years of experience caring for cancer patients as well. My experience entails bathing, diaper changing, bedding care, medication administration, nutrition, help with transitioning from bed...
Sybil can also help with: Personal care, Respite Care

Recent review:

5.0
Caring, compassionate, knowledgeable, and reliable all describe Sybil. A pleasure to work with and know. She would be a blessing for anyone.

Reviewed by Teresa F.

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Alison M.


Front Royal, VA

$18-26/hr3 yrs exp

Looking For A Senior To Care For During School Hours

I enjoy working with seniors because it makes me feel good to help them out and provide assistance so they can stay in their own homes. I treat them like I would my own loved ones. They are always so appreciative of my help. I am a wife and mother of 2. I also have 3 dogs. I currently have 4 clients. I have completed the...
Alison can also help with: Transportation, Errands, Companionship, Light cleaning, Meal prep
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Maria L.


Washington, DC

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

Top quality meal prep & respite care from compassionate caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a writer by trade who became a full-time caregiver to parents with Alzheimer's and dementia - publishing a book to help others deal with the spiritual side of memory loss. For my parents, I did everything from medication management to bathing/diaper changes, nutritious meal prep, hospice care to home preparation and more. I...
Maria can also help with: Respite Care, Dementia
Skills:

CPR

Recent reviews:

5.0
During the last months of my husband's life, I was desperate to find more help. I was caring for him at home and although I had a part-time aide assisting me, I needed more support. Maria came into my life like...

Reviewed by Lynda P.

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Recent respite care reviews

Maria G.

5.0

I would like to take this opportunity to express my profound gratitude for the exceptional care provided by Maria to my elderly grandmother, who was diagnosed with dementia. Maria's dedication, compassion, and professionalism have been truly remarkable throughout her time caring for my...

- Cynthia S.

Martha B.

5.0

It is difficult at first to have live in care when you are used to just being two people set in their ways. Martha quickly fit in and it was her nurturing and knowledgeable care of me that won my husband over. I have gone from a hospital bed and bedside commode to walking and caring for myself in...

- Care member

Cynthia C.

5.0

Cynthia is so good and reliable.

- Rodney C.

Leah C.

5.0

Leah has a big heart and always encourages her clients no matter their age. When she says you can do something; she makes sure they can. She is a very sweet person inside and out.

- Care member

Shirley E.

5.0

Shirley has worked for me for a year now, and I am more grateful every day that Care.com made the connection. She is very pleasant, exceptionally efficient, intuitive down to a science, and gets more done in 2 hours than I do all day.

- Faye S.

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Whether you provide care for a child or an adult, there may be times when you need respite care to offer you support. Respite care services can give...

Whether you provide care for a child or an adult, there may be times when you need respite care to offer you support. Respite care services can give caregivers temporary relief so they can have some time for themselves away from their usual caregiving duties. Find the support you need today with the help of Care.com.

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