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Olivia C.

Washington, DC

from
$16/hr
5 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
mobility assistance
meal prep
live-in home care
+ 1 more
Bringing five years of experience in adult and senior care, I am passionate about supporting well-being and independence. My goal is to provide a reliable care option for families. I am patient, compassionate, and friendly. I communicate with families using their preferred method, including written reports and verbal updates....
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Naije H.'s Photo

Washington, DC

from
$22/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
errands
live-in home care
light cleaning
hospice services
+ 1 more
Making a difference in someone's life is what drives me. With three years of experience, I'm dedicated to supporting the well-being and independence of adults and seniors. My approach is patient, friendly, and always professional. I provide services such as respite care, transportation, light housekeeping, and mobility...
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Maghan L.'s Photo

Washington, DC

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$28/hr
Errands
meal prep
respite care
light cleaning
I am happy to assist with shopping, meal prepping, light housework, medication management, and providing respite care for primary caregivers. I use public transportation and live in DC proper, so ideally clients will live within reasonable walking or biking distance of public transport. I am also happy to use your vehicle for...
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Madelyn H.'s Photo

Washington, DC

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$18/hr
3 years experience
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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John Edward L.'s Photo

Washington, DC

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$25/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
personal care
respite care
meal prep
Making a difference in the lives of adults and seniors is my passion. I strive to support families by offering dependable care. My approach is patient, calm, compassionate, and friendly. I adapt to changing routines and handle confusion with care. I can de-escalate stressful situations. I follow the family's preferred...
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Janay W.'s Photo

Washington, DC

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
respite care
mobility assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
Knowing I can positively impact someone's life is why I've dedicated the last 10 years to senior care. My college degree complements my hands-on experience. I provide respite care, transportation, and mobility assistance. I'm also skilled in meal preparation and light housekeeping. I can help with errands, shopping, and medical...
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Clement O.'s Photo

Washington, DC

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Errands
meal prep
transportation
respite care
personal care
+ 1 more
Making a difference in the lives of seniors is my calling. For the past 10 years, I've been honored to provide compassionate care to adults, and I'm a Certified Nursing Assistant with current CPR and First Aid Training. I offer respite care, personal care, light housekeeping, meal preparation, and can assist with errands and...
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Doula And Companion Available In The DMV

Washington, DC

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$50/hr
1 year experience
Companionship
light cleaning
respite care
meal prep
errands
My name is Lolonyo and I am a certified end-of-life planner, death doula, and companion. I provide many levels of non-medical care to seniors and those approaching the sunset of their lives, at any age. I am also available for respite care and daily life assistance. Call on me when you need a hand. I'd describe my personality...
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La Arnie P.'s Photo

Washington, DC

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$16/hr
9 years experience
Errands
personal care
transportation
respite care
light cleaning
Making a difference in someone's life is what drives me. With nine years of experience, I am a Registered Nurse dedicated to supporting the well-being and independence of adults and seniors. My graduate degree has equipped me with a comprehensive understanding of care. I offer respite care, transportation, errands/shopping,...
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I Adore Spending Time With My My Seniors!

Washington, DC

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$35/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
hospice services
mobility assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
With 24 years dedicated to senior care, I'm deeply committed to supporting adults and seniors well-being and independence. My goal is to positively impact their lives. I'm patient, compassionate, and detail-oriented. I create comfortable environments and adapt to changing routines. I also handle confusion or behavioral changes....
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Erika E.'s Photo

Washington, DC

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
personal care
meal prep
live-in home care
+ 1 more
Making a difference in someone's life is what I strive for each day. With 30 years of experience supporting children, adults and seniors, I've learned the value of patience and empathy. I'm passionate about helping individuals maintain their independence and well-being. My approach involves clear communication with families...
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Enijah B.'s Photo

Washington, DC

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$22/hr
3 years experience
Companionship
errands
mobility assistance
light cleaning
hospice services
+ 1 more
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT! Making a real difference in someone's life is what drives me. With three years of experience providing home health, respite, and hospice care, I'm dedicated to supporting the well-being and independence of adults and seniors. My approach is rooted in patience, compassion, and a friendly demeanor....
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Senior Care

Washington, DC

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$18/hr
Errands
meal prep
respite care
light cleaning
Hello! My name is Mia, and I'm an educator who mainly specializes in working with children with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Having two siblings with severe mental illnesses and another with autism, I learned caretaking from a young age. By high school, I was part-term respite care worker for children with...
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Both Part-time And Full-time Availability Along With Out Of State Or Country

Washington, DC

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$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Dementia
live-in home care
respite care
personal care
hospice services
For seven years, I've dedicated myself to enriching the lives of seniors through compassionate care. My motivation stems from a deep-seated passion for supporting adults and ensuring their well-being and independence. I offer respite, live-in, hospice, home health, personal care, dementia, and medical management services. I'm...
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Experienced Sitter For Elderly And Children (incl. Special Needs)

Kensington, MD

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I've had all 3 covid vaccination shots & have my records card signed & dated. I have worked with dev-disabled adults and children for over 20 years now. I've worked in DDA-certified group homes as well as provided respite care for family caregivers in private homes. I believe that developmentally-disabled people are very similar...
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Personal Care Attendant Available For Companionship, Meal Prep,

Alexandria, VA

4.0(1)
from
$25/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Dementia
personal care
visiting physician
visiting nurse
respite care
+ 1 more
15 years in senior care have shown me the profound impact compassionate support has on individuals and their families. I hold a PCA Certificate and am fluent in both English and Spanish. My passion stems from empowering adults and seniors to maintain their independence and well-being. I offer respite care, hospice services,...

Sara K. says "She is very hard working and a caring individual."

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Sulema S.'s Photo

Arlington, VA

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$13/hr
6 years experience
Errands
meal prep
transportation
respite care
personal care
+ 1 more
Making a difference in someone's life is what I strive for. For the past six years, I've found fulfillment in providing care to adults and seniors, and supporting their families. My approach is rooted in patience and compassion. I prioritize understanding each person's unique preferences and history. I adapt to changing routines...
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Lizbeth Gisela L.'s Photo

Alexandria, VA

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Companionship
errands
meal prep
live-in home care
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Making a difference in someone's life is what drives me. With four years of experience providing home health, respite, and live-in care, I'm dedicated to supporting the well-being and independence of adults and seniors. My skills include mobility assistance, meal preparation, light housekeeping, and medical management. I am also...
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Helen T.'s Photo

Bethesda, MD

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$16/hr
10 years experience
Errands
meal prep
transportation
respite care
personal care
+ 1 more
Making a difference in the lives of adults and seniors is what drives me. With a graduate degree and over 10 years of experience, I am a Certified Nursing Assistant and Certified Home Health Aide. I offer respite care, transportation, and personal care. I also provide light housekeeping and meal preparation. I'm experienced in...
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Benjamin B.'s Photo

Arlington, VA

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$25/hr
1 year experience
Errands
mobility assistance
transportation
respite care
personal care
+ 1 more
Making a difference in someone's life is what truly matters to me. Having initially graduated college in 2008, I am in the final semester of my second bachelor's at the George Washington University School of Nursing. I provide respite care, transportation, errands, personal care, medical management, and mobility assistance. I'm...
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  • 60 respite care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $23.50/hr as of January 2026

FAQs for finding respite care near you in Washington, DC

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 14 respite care providers near you in Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC is $23.50 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 Washington, DC.

To safely hire respite care near you in Washington, DC, 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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