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Darra W.


Portland, TX

$8-25/hr6 yrs exp

I enjoy caring for others and have a preference for the elderly. I have a medical background as I was a paramedic for approximately 10 years. I also worked as a CNA in a nursing home setting for three years. I spent most of those years working the Alzheimers wing. Alzheimer's patients hold a special place in my heart and I...
Darra can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, errands
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Andrea Y.


Portland, TX

$18-20/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver

Hello. My name is Andrea. I reside in Portland Tx. I have over 20 plus years of caregiving experience. I know sometimes we aren't prepared for these life/health challenges, but I can help, even if it's just to catch a break. I understand this can be overwhelming. I can be a companion to you or your loved one and assist with...
Andrea can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, respite care, personal care
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Estela L.


Portland, TX

$8-15/hr1 yrs exp

I have been a stay at home mom for the past 12 years. Before becoming a stay at home mom, I worked as a CNA in a nursing home. Apart from caring for my children, I have cared for my 80-year-old grandmother for the past 3 years. Caring for others is truly my passion!
Skills:

CNA

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Tamar B.


Portland, TX

$16-22/hr4 yrs exp

I have work in the Healthcare filed for the past six years as a caregiver. In those three years I got certificated as a nurse assistant and was a clinical supervisor. I have experience in: Hoyer lifting Tube feeding Personal hygiene Palliative care Hospice care Meal prep My interested is going to school to become a pharmacy...
Tamar can also help with: Dementia, personal care
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

Home Health Aide

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Yajaira A.


Portland, TX

$12-14/hr5 yrs exp

I am a compassionate and experienced caregiver with over 5 years of experience providing top-notch care to seniors. I have a deep understanding of the unique needs of seniors, and I am passionate about helping them maintain their independence and quality of life. I am skilled in providing personal care, managing medications, and...
Yajaira can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, dementia, respite care, transportation, meal prep & more

Kren J.


Portland, TX

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

Certified Nurse Assistant

Covid Vaccinations CPR certified Texas CNA License Flu shot TB text Physical I have been a CNA for the past 7 years. I work well with Dementia and Alzheimer's patients. I can transfer safely and also have experience using transfer lifts. I assist with activities of daily living. I toilet, assist with walking, range of motion...
Kren can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep, respite care & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

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Paula H.


Ingleside, TX

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Home Health Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a positive person. I have worked with elderly 20+ years. I do this work cause I love them. So many don't understand their needs. I am reliable and patient with them. I have took care of so many with different needs, all the way down to hospice. Every day living, cleaning, cooking, medicine, etc will be took care of. I am...
Paula can also help with: Live-in home care, personal care, hospice services, dementia
5.0
"I just want to say that Paula is a very good caregiver. She took care of my mother that had dementia and repeated herself all the time. She was very compassionate with my mother and even found music that my mother loved to listen to. We just love Paula and if...

Dorothy S.

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Jessica H.


Taft, TX

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

I'm a caretaker and have been since I was 12. From newborn all the way to end of life. I believe people deserve dignity no matter what their care level is. I just moved near Portland two months ago, for a fresh start after caring for my quadriplegic father for 14 years. He was total care and I had to help him with everything....
Jessica can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, respite care, transportation, meal prep
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Elizabeth L.


Gregory, TX

$15/hr

Full Time Or Part Time Caregiver

I have been living with my 91-yr. old mother-in-law for almost 30 years prior before recently relocating to San Antonio. She has a granddaughter living there with her now in our absence. I know the importance to her of feeling cared for and also having someone for companionship. I would like to have the opportunity to meet with...
Elizabeth can also help with: Visiting physician
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Sheryl C.


Ingleside, TX

$20-50/hr5 yrs exp

Companion Available

I currently work FT and am looking for a PT senior helper position. I work M-F 7:30am-3:30 p.m. in Port Aransas and am available from 4pm-9 p.m. I have experience working with seniors and assisting with everyday routines (including bathing and toileting) such as getting dressed, driving to appointments, doing errands, helping...
Sheryl can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, light cleaning
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Vanessa M.


Corpus Christi, TX

$15-20/hr9 yrs exp

Senior Care And Special Needs Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am applying for this job today it fits well with my knowledge, skills, and background. I have extensive experience in both special needs and senior care. I have worked in special needs/senior care field for 8 years+ and have 6 years experience with special needs children. I have experience with helping with life skills,...
Vanessa can also help with: Personal care, dementia
5.0
"Vanessa is AMAZING! Anyone would be lucky to have her as a caregiver! She truly will get to know you and your likes and dislikes. She has helped me in the house doing just about everything! She has done laundry, changed sheets, sweeping, mopping, cleaned the...

Jaime P.

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Priscilla Z.


Corpus Christi, TX

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Elderly Care Is My Passion

Hi my name is Priscilla, I have 20+ years experience in certified nursing and caregiver/companionship experience for the elderly. There are many things I can do for your loved one, just to name a few, I can assist In; companionship, showers, toileting, assist with dressing, shopping, Meal prep, assist with medication, Run...
Priscilla can also help with: Meal prep, errands, mobility assistance, light cleaning, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"She is trustworthy, dedicated, hard worker."

Sandra U.

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Alice S.


Corpus Christi, TX

$20/hr10 yrs exp

20 Years Healthcare Experience!

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Experience with alzheimers, dementia, diabetes, wound care, extremely reliable and very friendly. Willing to work overnight and weekends. I love working with the elderly! Don't mind doing a little cooking. I have worked in nursing homes, rehabs and Alzheimers units. Have experience with handicapped people too. Excellent...
Alice can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, errands, hospice services, meal prep, companionship & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

5.0
"Alice is a kind, compassionate and a knowledgeable caregiver. She was very attentive and patient with my mom. She brought joy and comfort to her and to me. I’m happy knowing my mom received the best care at the end of her life. "

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Maria F.


Corpus Christi, TX

$30/hr4 yrs exp

Part Time Senior Care

Hello my name is Maria and I began my journey with senior care when my father in law became ill and bed ridden. I found out how patience and compassion go hand in hand taking care of our seniors. I provided meals , personal care , doctors trips and companionship . We would watch movies , listen to music and play games. Soon...
Maria can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, hospice services, dementia, errands, live-in home care & more
5.0
"Very nice work!! I would definitely recommend her to others."

Leatrice G.

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Nicole V.


Corpus Christi, TX

$20-22/hr1 yrs exp

TLC For Your Loved One

I have one year of experience. I can help with transportation, shopping, companion care, special needs and hospice care. I enjoy helping others; I helped my father while in hospice care at home and I assisted my grandmother who had Alzheimer's. I can provide transportation, errands/shopping, meal prep/cooking, companion care,...
Nicole can also help with: Meal prep, personal care, errands, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia & more
5.0
"Nicole was a blessing when she agreed to care for my Mother-in-law who has Altzheimers. I am the only family member left since my husband past away so it was becoming increasingly difficult to work and take care of Dora. Nicole became my eyes and ears. She is...

Care member

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Star B.


Corpus Christi, TX

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caring Experienced Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I have worked as a CNA and within an Alzheimer's unit for over 4 years in 2010, I then moved to assisted living care for the following 5 years. I've done home health professionally for over 10 years. My duties include dispensing medications, wound care, first aide, personal care, cleaning, and help with meals. I have...
Star can also help with: Hospice services, errands, companionship, home modification, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Star is a lifesaver! She was able to care for my senior father who is quite stubborn and has complex medical needs. She was able to manage his medications, hygiene, meals, and even cared for his dog. We appreciate her flexibility to fill-in when help was needed...

Brandy M.

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Sheryl C.


Corpus Christi, TX

$10-20/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

greetings: I worked as a care giver for 2 months in Albuquerque. I was promoted to be a medication aide in their facility, unfortunately we have to moved here in corpus christi for my spouse job reasons. I first began as a private shower lady with 1 of the resident in that senior living facility for almost 6 months, she is a...
Sheryl can also help with: Dementia, personal care
5.0
"Dependable, caring, and takes great care of our mother. I would recommend her anytime."

Terri D.

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Ona H.


Corpus Christi, TX

$15-20/hr9 yrs exp

.

Hello, I have about 20 years of experience. I work with families for years and they often become an extension of our own. I have had CPR for over 20 years and am certified in ABA. I have experience with Alzheimers. I can work nearly all hours and provide transportation to doctor visits and have sat in hospitals before with...
Ona can also help with: Dementia, errands, light cleaning, transportation, meal prep, respite care & more
Skills:

Wound Care

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"As a Vietnam Veteran and former Federal, State Law Enforcement of 26 years I'm in need of assistant to help me my wife died last year on July 4th she cared for me and now I'm in need of help in having some one to help me at home and my Pet's when I'm out of town on...

Tony G.

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Esmeralda P.


Corpus Christi, TX

$16/hr2 yrs exp

Direct Care Support

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have many years of experience in caregiving. I love to make a bond with the people I care for. I know many skills such as: Medication reminders, Administering medications, transferring, rotating of my patient, hygiene, housekeeping and maintaining a clean environment all around. I am very careful and gentle when it comes to...
Esmeralda can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning, dementia, errands, companionship, hospice services & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"I hired Esmeralda to take care of my elderly fragile mom and she was compassionate/supportive of her needs. She helped my mom with all activities from hygiene to medical visits. She was conscientious and detailed. She had my mothers medication list for physician...

Julie M.

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Amy F.


Corpus Christi, TX

$15-23/hr10 yrs exp

Work With Kids, Elderly Or Pets

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Was a certified nurse assistant in Louisiana Work at nursing homes. in Louisiana Work in home health, in Louisiana Work in Alzheimer's unit, Work with a lady with Parkinson, East Bernard Tx Work at texanna with adult patients, I have worked with cancer , Alzheimer's Pt in East Bernard Tx surrounding towns I Prepared...
Amy can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, errands & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Amy F. was a caregiver for my dad for many years. During the time that she helped and took care of my dad she would go beyond the call of duty to care for him... help with bathing, cooking, cleaning, running errands and just being someone to talk to. My dad had...

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Recent senior care reviews in Portland, TX

Paula H.

5.0

My wife was bedridden and I needed someone with her while I did personal things. She was patient, loving and showed compassion. She would play music for her and we could see her light up. She had a peg and it was infected. Paula got it looking really good. You would have a great employee if...

- Betty H.

Vanessa M.

5.0

Vanessa is AMAZING! Anyone would be lucky to have her as a caregiver! She truly will get to know you and your likes and dislikes. She has helped me in the house doing just about everything! She has done laundry, changed sheets, sweeping, mopping, cleaned the bathrooms, done dishes, cooked, driven...

- Jaime P.

Priscilla Z.

5.0

Took excellent care of my father with Parkinson’s disease

- Care member

Alice S.

5.0

Excellent care and patience. Understand patient’s needs and willing to go above and beyond. Extremely reliable.

- Care member

Maria F.

5.0

Maria is absolutely amazing, she is very kind and caring. I've known her for 10 years, she took excellent care of my grandmother and grandfather. She is also an amazing mother, you would not be disappointed. She has more patience then anyone I know. She is the type of person who is fun, and lights...

- Betty C.

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