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I'd describe my personality as compassionate, caring, and easy going.
I like caring for seniors because I have parents that are in their eighties and I have a great relationship with them. I enjoy their company and helping them with tasks as needed. I have noticed that many seniors do not have anyone to check on them daily or...
Susan can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, respite care, personal care & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Currently, I am taking care of a stroke person who in the last two years that I have been taking care of him I have seen such noticeable improvement in his speech and walking ability such as walking without his cane.
I am taking care of a person with a brain tumor. Taking the person to Dr's appointment and errands.
I have good...
Brenda can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care, companionship, errands, respite care, meal prep & more
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been in the medical field for 10 years as a Phlebotomist/Medical Assistant. I love what I do, but after caring for a relative with terminal cancer and helping her die with dignity, I now know my true calling. I worked closely with the Hospice workers. I did everything for her from companionship to feeding, bathing,...
Sarah can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, companionship, hospice services, mobility assistance, personal care & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Sarah is a hard worker with a very kind demeanor. She has helped our family through a very rough patch with a series of falls and diminished function from a concussion. Sarah was reliable, positive, and solutions oriented. She impressed us with the way she made...
Naglaa E.
5.0
(1)
I am a retired RN with 25 yrs + experience in the emergency department, urgent care, pediatrics, hospice, case management and supervision.
I am willing to help on an as needed basis or a regular schedule. I can help with errands, appointments, medication reminders, light meal prep, light housekeeping and companionship. Taking...
Mary can also help with: Errands, respite care, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, transportation & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Mary M has a caring, understanding, competent and relaxing aura. She was able to turn a grumpy chronology older man's "I don't need anyone's help", to "I'm looking forward to Mary's visits." Mary understood my grumpy man's need to not appear to need any help and...
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
From the first day in 2006, when I personally cared for my passing grandfather, I then realized what my passion was! Day in and day out of everyday activities of living, showering, dressing, meals, housekeeping, doctor appointments and companionship along with providing emotional support were just a few of things that were...
Shelley can also help with: Dementia, personal care, respite care, hospice services, visiting nurse
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I would highly recommend Shelley. I hired Shelley to provide transportation to Doctor appointments and errands. She made a difficult time easier and was a delight to spend time with. She is soft spoken, kind and dependable."
Sharon S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I've always enjoyed taking care of people especially elderly. I have a soft spot for them. You can count on me to be kind, caring and responsible. I will always treat others the way I'd want my grandparents to be treated. I am fully vaccinated against covid and can show my card if needed. Please let me know If you have any...
Sheridan can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, companionship, errands, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Sheridan is so sensitive to our needs, which are many with all three of us being senior citizens, two spending most of their waking hours in wheelchairs.
As the primary caregiver of the three, I also have my limitations, which she understands and respects as...
Dee M.
Elena S.
Lawrence, KS
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced With Elderly Care, Child Care And Companionship.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Love working with elderly people, very kind, always ready to help, like to be companion, very energetic and optimistic person with medical and psychological education.
I have CNA certification and a lot of experience in healthcare.
Elena can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, errands, mobility assistance, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"Very caring and a great person!"
Alice B.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience in a variety of caregiving assistance. I have been in long term care where I spent a great amount of time assisting patients with daily activities of daily living, operating lifts, peri care/personal hygiene upkeep, gathering and identifying medical supplies, documentation & charting and general patient...
Kalyn can also help with: Live-in home care, errands, meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Kayln works hard. She is always willing to help. Went above and beyond, when I worked with her."
Care member
5.0
(2)
I have over 20 years experience in providing In Home Healthcare services. This includes: Medication Reminders, Meal prep, light housekeeping, and bathing/dressing. I have experience working in clinical research, home health, hospitals, ambulatory clinics, labs and teaching. My most recent experience ended after 10 years of...
Ari can also help with: Hospice services, respite care, live-in home care, dementia, personal care
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Very detail oriented, dependable and trustworthy. She doesn't hold back so expect the truth about your client."
Beverly H.
Michele H.
Hoyt, KS
$8-13/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have no experience. Recently left a full time desk job and am looking for something more spiritually rewarding to do. I can help with Transportation Services, Meal Preparation, Cleaning, Bathing, Dressing, and I'm a good listener.
Michele can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, errands, light cleaning
I have been working in a nursing home for a little over three years, I have worked on a dementia unit. I absolutely love caring for others!
Makayla can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
I have worked with many families in the six years I have been providing home healthcare. I believe all people deserve and have the right to enjoy life all the way to the end. I strive to bring more light into peoples lives, and enjoy providing good company as well as care.
Sylvan can also help with: Errands, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, personal care, meal prep & more
I have lived with and taken care of my late grandparents when I was 19 years old. I am currently 21.
Tyrin can also help with: Companionship, transportation, mobility assistance
Skills:
CPR
Nearly a decade of CNA experience. Assist seniors with daily activities of living such as grocery shopping, preparing meals, dressing, showering, transportation, and laundry. Monitor any mental and physical changes and communicate changes to appropriate doctors and family members.
Manage doctor appointments and medication...
Alice can also help with: Mobility assistance, personal care, dementia, companionship, live-in home care, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
Hello!
I am looking to find someone who I can have a connection with while I help them with their needs. I am patient and understanding, and I enjoy interaction with people but can also be quiet and enjoy peaceful silence.
I am moving near Shawnee end of May, and I would love to find someone I can help around while learning...
Christina can also help with: Transportation, errands, light cleaning, meal prep
I will be Frank and say I have no experience with senior care but does not take away the fact that I have a caring nature and tend to nurture. I am good at meal prepping and love to for myself actually, I have reliable transportation and keep my car very clean. I like to clean and keep things tidy.
I believe it is important to...
Katherine can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, light cleaning, errands
I am a speech therapist by trade and thus, have immense knowledge & experience working with seniors with cognitive-communication challenges including dementia. I can provide companionship and training in memory strategies for those in any stage of dementia.
Corinne can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning
Brookelynn W.
Basehor, KS
$18-23/hr • 5 yrs exp
I love taking care of the older folk and have been for five years. I've done skilled, rehab, hospice and assisted living! I would love to help in anyway I can!
Brookelynn can also help with: Errands, live-in home care, dementia, meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
After my mother had a stroke I became her caregiver for one year. She was cognitively challenged and mostly blind so she need many types of care.
Christina can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, respite care, light cleaning, errands
Sarah N.
Lawrence, KS
$10-50/hr
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello there! I assisted in home care for my father for 11 years who was in a vegetative state. He needed scheduled medicine, feeding, bathing, and naps. I was able to transfer him alone, we also did in home physical therapy required by actual physical therapist. We also worked on speech improvement. I've always wanted to work in...
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Recent senior care reviews in Oskaloosa, KS
Sarah R.
5.0
Sarah is a hard worker with a very kind demeanor. She has helped our family through a very rough patch with a series of falls and diminished function from a concussion. Sarah was reliable, positive, and solutions oriented. She impressed us with the way she made helpful suggestions, kept all family...
- Naglaa E.
Mary M.
5.0
Mary M has a caring, understanding, competent and relaxing aura. She was able to turn a grumpy chronology older man's "I don't need anyone's help", to "I'm looking forward to Mary's visits." Mary understood my grumpy man's need to not appear to need any help and just be a friend who helped. Mary...
- Care member
Shelley J.
5.0
Shelley has taken wonderful care of my grandmother. She was the first caregiver we hired for her. Shelley is sweet, easygoing, and develops a relationship with her patients. She even bought my grandmother a bed comforter for her birthday.
- Kathryn N.
Sheridan K.
5.0
Sheridan is so sensitive to our needs, which are many with all three of us being senior citizens, two spending most of their waking hours in wheelchairs.
As the primary caregiver of the three, I also have my limitations, which she understands and respects as much as she does the two designated...
- Dee M.
Elena S.
5.0
Elena was helping me with my newborn from week 2 to month 2, and then occasionally babysat to let us do shopping, have dates, go to performances, and it was always great. She is a medical professional, and an experienced mother herself. She is extremely good with babies, responsible and caring. She...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding senior care in Oskaloosa, KS
In 2024, how much does senior care cost near me in Oskaloosa, KS?
The average rate for hiring a senior care provider in Oskaloosa, KS on Care.com is $18.00 per hour as of May 2024. This rate will vary depending on the level of care needed (medical/non-medical or overnight care), the provider's certifications, years of experience, and total amount of hours required per day/week.
What types of senior care are available near me in 2024 in Oskaloosa, KS?
You can find a variety of in-home senior care options in Oskaloosa, KS on Care.com. Some of these options include having a companion to support your loved one with daily activities such as getting around the house, helping with meal prep, light housekeeping or even dressing/bathing. You also have the option to find a nursing assistant if medical care is required. There are also caregivers who can provide senior transportation to run errands or drive to doctor appointments. For seniors that require highly monitored care or cannot remain in their own homes, you'll find other options in Oskaloosa such as assisted living facilities or nursing homes.
How can I find senior care near me in Oskaloosa, KS?
Care.com has 1 senior care providers in Oskaloosa, KS. You can filter and sort local senior care providers by distance from Oskaloosa and compare your options by reading about their experience, services they provide, and reviews from other families.