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Jamila J.

New Castle, DE

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$20/hr
Live-in home care
light cleaning
respite care
meal prep
errands
+ 1 more
Making a positive impact on people's lives is what drives me. I support families by offering dependable care for their loved ones. My graduate degree has given me a solid foundation for understanding the complexities of care. While I may be at the beginning of my caregiving journey, my approach is rooted in patience, compassion,...
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Compassionate Caregiver

Wilmington, DE

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Errands
dementia
light cleaning
hospice services
companionship
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Angel, and I bring nearly 20 years of experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), providing care with compassion, respect, and reliability since 2007. I've also served as an Assistant Director for a home care company, giving me a strong background in both hands-on support and care coordination. I...

Maria D. says "I am a geriatric physician who has worked with Angel. She is extremely professional, warm, hard-working and experienced. Patients and their family...

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Newark, DE

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Home modification
errands
light cleaning
hospice services
dementia
+ 1 more
Bringing joy and comfort to seniors is my calling. With four years of experience, I provide respite care, transportation, and personal care, among other services. I adapt to changing routines and handle confusion with patience. Understanding your loved one's preferences and history is important to me. I communicate with families...
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Tammy P.'s Photo

Newark, DE

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$8/hr
7 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
respite care
personal care
errands
+ 1 more
Making a difference in someone's life is why I became a caregiver. My two years of experience have solidified my passion for supporting the well-being and independence of adults and seniors. I'm patient, compassionate, and approachable, which helps me connect with those I care for. I provide respite care, transportation, and...
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Pamela O.'s Photo

Newark, DE

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$11/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
respite care
errands
Bringing comfort and support to seniors is my passion. My three years of experience have reinforced my commitment to providing compassionate care. I hold a college degree and use my skills to assist with respite care, errands, light housekeeping, meal preparation, and medical management. I'm patient, friendly, and...
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Respite Care

Newark, DE

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Over 10 years of experience with children with special needs as well as senior care. Certified in both CPR and BLS. Experience providing care to individuals with ASD, cerebral palsy, cognitive delays, and dementia. Reference available upon request
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Gena S.'s Photo

Wilmington, DE

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$45/hr
10 years experience
Home modification
errands
light cleaning
hospice services
dementia
+ 1 more
Making a difference in the lives of adults and seniors is my passion. For the past 10 years, I've provided compassionate care, including respite, personal care, and mobility assistance. As a Registered Nurse with CPR and First Aid Training, I also offer medical management and hospice services. I adapt to changing routines,...
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Ruth A.'s Photo

Bear, DE

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$23/hr
3 years experience
Hospice services
dementia
live-in home care
light cleaning
companionship
+ 1 more
With three years of experience providing dedicated senior care, I'm passionate about supporting adults' well-being and independence. My graduate degree has provided me with a strong foundation. I am CPR and First Aid trained. In previous roles, I've provided respite care, live-in home care, hospice services, home health, light...
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Bear, DE

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Hospice services
errands
meal prep
light cleaning
dementia
+ 1 more
Making a difference in the lives of adults and seniors is truly important to me. For the past three years, I've provided compassionate care, supporting independence and well-being. My approach is patient, calm, and detail-oriented. I'm experienced in de-escalating stressful situations, handling confusion, and incorporating...
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Jamie W.'s Photo

Newark, DE

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$18/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
home modification
personal care
meal prep
dementia
+ 1 more
Making a difference in someone's life is what drives me. As a Certified Home Health Aide with three years of experience, I'm passionate about supporting the well-being and independence of adults and seniors. I provide respite care, personal care, light housekeeping, meal preparation, dementia care, and medical management. I...
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Valerie O.'s Photo

Bear, DE

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$8/hr
10 years experience
Home modification
errands
light cleaning
hospice services
dementia
+ 1 more
Bringing comfort and support to adults and seniors is my passion. My 10 years in care roles have shown me the profound impact we can have on someone's life. I'm a Registered Nurse with a college degree. I am also certified in CPR and First Aid. I provide respite care, live-in home care, hospice services, and more. I can also...
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Swedesboro, NJ

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$25/hr
20 years experience
Errands
dementia
meal prep
light cleaning
companionship
+ 1 more
20 years in senior care have deepened my passion for enhancing the lives of adults and seniors. Previous roles have shown me the profound impact a caregiver can have. I'm committed to providing compassionate support and promoting independence. I approach caregiving with patience, empathy, and a friendly demeanor. I prioritize...
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Experienced Respite Caregiver

Hockessin, DE

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Hospice services
dementia
personal care
mobility assistance
companionship
+ 1 more
I was an Alzheimer's caregiver for my grandfather for 2. 5 years. I love providing respite care as a way of supporting primary caregivers. When you bring me on board, you get someone to join your care giving team, think creatively, and -- best of all -- plan respite time, so when I'm taking care of your person, you don't have...
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Florence B.'s Photo

Middletown, DE

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Home modification
errands
live-in home care
light cleaning
dementia
+ 1 more
Making a positive impact on the lives of adults and seniors is my passion. As a Certified Home Health Aide with six years of experience, I offer respite care, live-in care, transportation, and assistance with errands. I am skilled in personal care, light housekeeping, and meal preparation. I also have experience supporting...
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Marcus Hook, PA

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$8/hr
Respite care
In the 1980s I worked in Sweden and was trained as a certified nurses aid I came back to the United States did similar training after that I worked a manufacturing and later on in teaching my main skills are languages German Russian French, Spanish, Chinese, Arabic, etc. I do have extensive experience with adults in respite care...
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Kristie B.'s Photo

West Chester, PA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
After being a stay at home mom for 15 years, I am looking to ease back into the work world. I have a psychology degree from Bridgewater College, and before kids I worked at Handi-Crafters for 3 years where I helped find job placement for adults with disabilities. My children are 15, 10, and 7, and they are my first priority,...
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Individual Care Provider

Middletown, DE

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hospice services
dementia
live-in home care
light cleaning
companionship
+ 1 more
Making a difference in the lives of adults and seniors is what I'm passionate about. With a college degree, 10 years of experience, and a Certified Dementia Practitioner. I offer respite care, live-in home care, transportation, and hospice services. My expertise includes home health, personal care, light housekeeping, and meal...
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Elkton, MD

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$25/hr
23 years experience
Light cleaning
home modification
mobility assistance
meal prep
errands
+ 1 more
Making a positive impact on the lives of children and seniors is what drives me. I'm a compassionate and detail-oriented caregiver with 23 years of childcare (& 1 year of senior care) experience. I have a college degree and provide respite care, transportation, and mobility assistance. I can also handle errands, light...
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Teri M.'s Photo

Wilmington, DE

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Errands
dementia
light cleaning
hospice services
companionship
+ 1 more
Making a difference in the lives of adults and seniors is my passion. For the past three years, I've been providing compassionate care, focusing on supporting independence and well-being. I'm experienced in respite care, transportation, hospice services, errands, shopping, home health, light housekeeping, meal preparation, and...
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Jacqueline M.'s Photo

Elkton, MD

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Errands
dementia
hospice services
home modification
companionship
+ 1 more
Making a difference in people's lives is my calling. With 25 plus years of experience providing compassionate home health care & hospital care I'm passionate about supporting adults and seniors, respecting their independence, and ensuring their safety. I provide respite care, hospice services, and assistance with errands, light...
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  • The average post rate is $20.00/hr as of March 2026

FAQs for finding respite care near you in New Castle, DE

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 New Castle, DE 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 New Castle, DE 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 New Castle, DE 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 New Castle, DE is $20.00 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 New Castle, DE.

To safely hire respite care near you in New Castle, DE, 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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