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Noah C.

La Mesa, CA

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$17/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
home modification
mobility assistance
errands
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as caring, enthusiastic and kind. I like caring for seniors because I have a soft heart for the elderly and believe they are misunderstood by a good amount of the general population. I currently work anywhere from 26-40 hours a week for a caregiving agency, If anyone wishes to retain my services...
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Special Needs Caregiver

San Diego, CA

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$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Care. com introduction I have over 10 years of medical experience working in a clinic, hospital, and as a private care giver, also providing overnight care as well. I have had male and female patients, ages ranging from 18yrs old to 110. I specialize and most knowledgeable with Dementia and Alzheimer's, special disabilities,...
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Hello I Am Alexa!

San Diego, CA

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$22/hr
3 years experience
I have been working as a respite for about three years now! I have worked with many different families, with each child having different needs. I have worked for different companies such as channels islands social services, child care aware, and IHSS over these 3 years and have had amazing experiences! I am currently studying...
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Experienced Caregiver

San Diego, CA

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$30/hr
4 years experience
Thank you for checking out my profile! I offer companion care (respite/habilitation) as well as tutoring in and out of schools for kiddos with academic challenges. I am most experienced with children and adults who are diagnosed with Autism, Down Syndrome, dyslexia, ADHD, language processing disorder, and/or who are nonverbal....
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Experienced Care Provider

San Diego, CA

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$15/hr
5 years experience
I have five years of experience working with special needs of all ages, both individually and in groups. I feel it is very personally rewarding working with these special spirits.
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Registered Behavior Technician

San Diego, CA

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Hi there! I am an enthusiastic and energetic behavior technician who has over 10 years experience working with children and adults with special needs. diagnoses I have experience with include autism, downs syndrome , cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis , bi-polar , Schizophrenic and various others to match. I am very passionate...
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Spring Valley, CA

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Hi, I'm Angelina-or Angie! My passion for this work started at age 10, helping my mom at her job. For the past 6 years, I've had the privilege of professionally supporting individuals with special needs in homes, schools, and the community. I'm experienced in personal care (toileting, feeding, G-tube care, mobility/transfers)...
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Lemon Grove, CA

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$25/hr
Home modification
dementia
light cleaning
companionship
errands
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Nora. Thank you for visiting my profile! I'm a patient, dependable, & warmhearted caregiver with experience supporting both elderly & disabled individuals. I speak Spanish, know basic American Sign Language, & am CPR/First Aid certified. My caregiving journey began when my mother's friend trusted me to step in...
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Respite Care Worker/CNA

San Diego, CA

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$27/hr
10 years experience
Personal care
hospice services
respite care
dementia
live-in home care
I have over 10 years of medical experience working in a clinic, hospital, and as a private care giver, also providing overnight care as well. I have had male and female patients, and children, ages ranging from 10yrs old to 110. I specialize and most knowledgeable with Dementia and Alzheimer's, special disabilities, special...
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San Diego, CA

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$18/hr
7 years experience
Light cleaning
errands
meal prep
dementia
hospice services
+ 1 more
Hi there! My name is Kayla and I am 33 years old :) I have been working in respite care with adults with special needs for 5 years, working in hospice care for 2 years, and working in convalescent homes as an MA one and off for 5 years :) I really enjoy working with elders because I love to help those in need, and to give a...
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San Diego, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hi there! My name is Kayla and I am 33 years old. I have been working with kiddos since I was a kid myself (at 12 years old) and I have loved it ever since:) I have experience working in different daycare settings focusing on education curriculum from ages 5 months to 10 years old, and have volunteered at shelters and group...
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San Diego, CA

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$23/hr
I have been a nanny for 12 year and I work for YMCA as a respite provider for children that has Autism, Down Syndrome, Delay speak and Cerebral palsy for one year. I am register with Trustline Register a child/caregiver background check bureau. I am a non smoker and non drinker
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Reliable, Compassionate, Fun To Be Around.

San Diego, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
dementia
mobility assistance
companionship
errands
+ 1 more
Companionship/ Respite Care/ Oxygen Therapy/ Cancer Care/ Private Care/ Well-Being Care/ Open Wound Care/ Elder Care / Senior Care/ Temporary Care / Post Surgery
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Respite Care Provider

San Diego, CA

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$35/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Mobility assistance
dementia
personal care
companionship
meal prep
+ 1 more
Thank you for checking out my profile. I run my own caregiving company independently and have 6 years of experience in senior care. I've worked with a wide range of clients many of whom have Alzheimer's/Dementia, aphasia, or are recovering from long term illnesses. I am more than happy to help with PT and OT and provide...
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El Cajon, CA

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$20/hr
Light cleaning
dementia
meal prep
companionship
errands
+ 1 more
With a deep passion for caring for elders, I bring both personal and professional experience in supporting seniors with their daily needs. My expertise includes assisting with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) and Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs), including bathing, grooming, transfer assistance, and light...
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Caregiving You Can Trust

San Diego, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hospice services
errands
light cleaning
dementia
home modification
+ 1 more
Having a professional caregiver in the home is beneficial to both the client and the client's family. Family members can take a break from their hectic caregiving schedules to relax and recharge, knowing that their loved one is receiving the highest-quality care available. I have over 15 years of experience caring for seniors in...

Victor G. says "Rose provided care for my mother with Dementia/Alzheimers for 2 years until she needed to be placed into a nursing home. Rose was highly dependable, able...

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San Diego, CA

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$24/hr
Meal prep
errands
respite care
dementia
light cleaning
I've never professionally worked in elder care but I did help care for my nana with dementia and saw first hand how challenging it can be for those caring for them. I'd love to hang out and give a caregiver a much needed respite.
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Alpine, CA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Transportation
light cleaning
errands
meal prep
I'd describe my personality as caring, kind and gentle I like caring for seniors because I became a CNA to care for my Grandmother and Mother and continue to enjoy caring for seniors. I'm looking for a job that is flexible. I can care for people overnights and I enjoy respite care. Helping families care for loved ones is my...
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Senior Friend

Poway, CA

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$30/hr
1 year experience
Transportation
home modification
errands
respite care
Hi. While I have no paid experience, I am very proud of my five years experience as a Hospice volunteer. I know how important respite care is as I received None as I was working as the sole caregiver for my sister when she was dying of cancer. I'm friendly and love talking to seniors about their families and life experiences.
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  • 24 respite care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.00/hr as of June 2025

FAQs for finding respite care near you in La Mesa, CA

The respite care meaning can vary slightly depending on who is providing their services. This is why we recommend that you review the profiles of the 1 respite care providers near you in La Mesa, CA carefully to see what services they offer. That being said, respite care services usually involve providing caregiving support when the usual caregiver can’t be there.

Care.com makes finding respite care providers near you in La Mesa, CA fast and easy. From the comfort of your own home, you can review a variety of different respite caregiver profiles in your area to learn more about their experiences and services. You can also read reviews from former clients to help find the right fit for your family.

The cost of respite care near you in La Mesa, CA can vary depending on the cost of living in your location and how much experience the caregiver has. However, to give you a jumping off point, the average rate for respite care providers in La Mesa, CA is $17.00 per hour.

The types of respite care services you require likely depend on the type of care the person you’re caring for needs. For example, some people may require more general caregiving, whereas some need help with transportation, taking medication, or grooming. Because of this, it can be helpful to review different profiles of respite care providers near you in La Mesa, CA.

To safely hire respite care near you in La Mesa, CA, we strongly recommend you run an independent background check, interview a handful of different caregivers, and request references. You can also review the profiles of respite caregivers who have a CareCheck badge on their profile.

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