Find Trusted Respite Care Near You in Portland, ME
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4 respite care are listed in Portland, ME
The average posted rate is $25/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby respite care is 7 years
Respite care in Portland, ME
I am a current nursing student that is willing to help care for your loved ones! I have experience taking caring of my grandfather. I also love just talking to elders and allowing them to express their needs. Whether you need a companion for your family member or someone to help with respite care. Schedule varies with my...
Kendra can also help with: Respite care, dementia, transportation, errands, light cleaning
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
(2)
I am an Occupational Therapist with 20+ years of experience primarily with older adult and geriatric population (very comfortable with dementia clients) in a multitude of settings including 10+ years of home care. I can provide assistance with personal care (bathing, dressing, grooming), carryover with home exercise programs,...
Alexis can also help with: Home modification, companionship, meal prep, hospice services, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"She is compassionate, dependable, patient, caring, HIGHLY knowledgeable in her field SHE CARED FOR MY HUSBAND FOR OVER TWO YEARS! We grew to love and appreciate her and her qualities! She became one of the family"
Care member
Liana S.
South Portland, ME
$20-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
I'm an RN with past experience as a CNA caring for residents of nursing homes and assisted living facilities. My recent RN experience has been in labor and delivery, but a part of my heart has always been with caring for seniors and those who need a little extra assistance with day to day tasks. Whether you're looking for a few...
Liana can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, respite care, errands, light cleaning
Hello my name is Kate. I'm a 45-year-old single mom with 2 grown daughters and 2 fur babies. I am also a self employed cosmetologist for over 20 years! I pride myself on my empathetic heart and kind nature. I have experience caring for seniors with I was my grandmother's caregiver through her end of life, assisting with all of...
Kate can also help with: Meal prep, errands, transportation, respite care, hospice services, light cleaning & more
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FAQs for finding respite care near you in Portland, ME
What does respite care mean near me in Portland, ME?
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 2 respite care providers near you in Portland, ME 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.
How can I find respite care services near me in Portland, ME?
Care.com makes finding respite care providers near you in Portland, ME 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.
How much does respite care cost near me in Portland, ME?
The cost of respite care near you in Portland, ME 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 Portland, ME is $25.00 per hour.
What types of respite care services are available near me in Portland, ME?
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 Portland, ME.
How can I safely hire respite care near me in Portland, ME?
To safely hire respite care near you in Portland, ME, 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.