I've worked at a Christian Preschool a year and a half. ages infant to three. teaching to walk talk Spanish and sign language. I've also raised three boys alone and always babysat. Before that I was a caregiver for elderly for 45 years and also have worked in other schools. I have experience taking g care of people. Have my own...
Sharon can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, light cleaning, mobility assistance, companionship, errands & more
I am a patient and reliable RN with 20 years nursing experience. I have experience on med/surgical hospital floors caring for all ages from 2-100. I provide assessments, medications and companionship. My experience includes dementia care, IV care and medicine administration, care of colostomies, PEG/G-tubes, sterile dressing...
Lisa can also help with: Companionship, errands, light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep, dementia & more
Hello! My name is Megan and I am a friendly and compassionate provider, looking to help an elderly individual or an adorable kiddo get the best care they deserve!
As a Human Development major at Virginia Tech, I gained valuable knowledge regarding child psychology, adult development and aging, with an emphasis on practical...
Megan can also help with: Personal care, dementia, respite care, hospice services, light cleaning
Hello! I'm Samantha! I love being able to support others through food, friendship, and going on outings. I have worked for multiple years as a special needs care attendant for youth and enjoy meeting and learning about new people. I am looking to be a senior companion to learn more about their life, form a friendship, and be...
Samantha can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, errands, light cleaning
I have 4 years of experience caring for seniors. I can help with Transportation Services and Personal Care. I have a flexible schedule and a passion for creating a dignified and enjoyable life for my clients.
Kara can also help with: Meal prep, personal care, errands, light cleaning
Hi! My name is Emily, I'm currently getting my Master's degree in Occupational Therapy and will graduate this December. I have a lot of experience working with seniors throughout my education, including a variety of diagnoses. I would love to help you with meal preparation, light cleaning, transportation, companionship, and...
Emily can also help with: Transportation, light cleaning, meal prep, errands
Hi! My name is Reagan and I have been a Certified Nursing Assistant for four years and am CPR certified. I have worked at two senior care facilities and have loved both but because of school I could no longer work those 8 to 12 hour shifts. I am currently a Sophomore Nursing student at the University of Lynchburg. I feel very...
Reagan can also help with: Mobility assistance, light cleaning, errands, companionship, meal prep, dementia & more
Wide experience in providing care and comfort to the elderly
Excellent grasp of basic caregiving procedures
Good ability to maintain all relevant safety standards
Strong knowledge of private facility caregiving practices
Superior ability to work independently
Outstanding skills in coordinating with other professional staff
High...
Laurel can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, errands
Hi! My name is Andi I have experience as a Nurse Aide in an assisted living facility. I currently am a nursing student as well to become a LPN, I will graduate in May of 2025. I enjoy taking care of your loved ones and seeing to it their needs are met in every was possible.
I'd describe my personality as dedicated, caring,...
Andi can also help with: Companionship, transportation, dementia, live-in home care, errands
CNA with more than 20 years . I enjoy working with geriatrics
I have experience working with Alzheimer's patients/dementia.
Assist with ADLs: Bathing, dressing, and feeding
Willing to do shopping and transport to doctor appointments
Light house keeping, meals and much more
Ruth can also help with: Hospice services, errands, dementia, companionship, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Anyone who can have Ruth as a caregiver is a lucky person. Her caring for others is superb and her personality is extremely pleasant to be around"
I enjoy working with & for the senior population.
I treat people with dignity & respect. I am very dependable. I receive excellent recommendations.
I take pride in making sure the people I care for have & get the things they need to be comfortable in their own homes
Shelly can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning, dementia, errands, hospice services, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Shelly was wonderful to work with for a year and a half as she cared for my bedridden family member. I found her ready to work with, trustworthy, punctual, dependable, honest, and hardworking. This us not a job for her but a calling. She takes great interest in...
I have been a CNA for 29 years. I have worked part-time over the years as my husband and I raised and homeschooled our children now 20, 22, 24, and 26. We also have one special grandson and 3 awesome "bonus" in-law "kids"! My hobbies include anything fun with my family, gardening, camping, and hobby farming. Most of my...
Bambi can also help with: Personal care, visiting physician, visiting nurse, respite care, dementia, home modification & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"As a full time caretaker to a family member with Alzheimer's I hired Bambi to give myself respite twice a week. She was amazing with my loved one. She went above and beyond what she was hired to do. Returning home my loved one had eaten and been given his meds. He...
A compassionate soul that focuses solely on providing special care that meets and balances the mind, body, and spirit of the clients. Alonda aims to fulfill necessary measures that involve special care for the whole person allowing for an effective experience with companionship and assistance. Also providing additional services...
Alonda can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, mobility assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"I'd say Alonda has experience in both housekeeping and Senior Care. I hired her to help take care of my mother while I was dealing w/ other family matters, I've actually hired her twice already. Alonda took initiative and cleaned, took the trash out and cooked...
Hello I'm Cindy. I have over 10 years of experience taking care of seniors in all mental and physical capacities. Everyone should be cared for with dignity and respect, just as we ourselves would want to be cared for.
I enjoy being able to help care for our elders.
Cindy can also help with: Errands, respite care, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia & more
Hi, my name is Marjorie. I am a mother and grandmother with an empty nest who both enjoys and has experience working with both young children and elderly clients. As a college graduate from UNCG, I possess a degree in Clinical Nutrition and therefore I understand the special dietary needs concerning elderly clients.. In my...
Marjorie can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, personal care
5.0
"Marjorie is a very loving person and a very reliable person. She is a great organizer as well as a planner. I think she would be a great asset for your company. "
20 plus years of experience with ederly , kids etc.. very dependable, reliable & available.. I have worked with all types of disabilities.. Special needs & more.. I Am flexible with scheduling..
Miata can also help with: Meal prep, mobility assistance, errands, dementia, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Miata (Mimi) has been a tremendous and true caregiver for my parents from the moment she joined our family in August 2023. A skilled CNA, Mimi has helped with far more than CNA duties and exceeded all expectations. Punctual, honest, friendly, and capable, she has...
I have 6 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Personal Care. I also help with cleaning, organizing and light cooking. I can do pretty much a little bit of everything. Will care for you and have fun at the same time.
Monica can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, dementia, personal care, meal prep
Oldest grandchild to over 50 grandchildren (babysat since I was 10), mother to four children, moved overseas in 2007 for 14 years where I worked as an international school teacher (kindergarten and school counselor) when I wasn't home raising kids. COVID forced us to return to the states where we lived with my 80-year-old...
Katrina can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, mobility assistance, light cleaning, companionship, errands & more
Hi! My name is Olivia! I am a senior at New Kent High School! I average a 4. 1 GPA and am very involved in extra-curricular activities in and out of school. I am CPR certified and my mother is a critical care nurse and I have learned a lot from her. I love taking care of people and just being a helping hand. I also love learning...
Olivia can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, transportation
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Recent senior transportation reviews in Forest, VA
Ruth C.
5.0
She really provides quality care
- Christian H.
Shelly J.
5.0
Shelly was wonderful to work with for a year and a half as she cared for my bedridden family member. I found her ready to work with, trustworthy, punctual, dependable, honest, and hardworking. This us not a job for her but a calling. She takes great interest in the people she cares for and in...
- Donna D.
Bambi E.
5.0
As a full time caretaker to a family member with Alzheimer's I hired Bambi to give myself respite twice a week. She was amazing with my loved one. She went above and beyond what she was hired to do. Returning home my loved one had eaten and been given his meds. He was bathed, groomed and ready for...
- Diane D.
Alonda C.
5.0
I'd say Alonda has experience in both housekeeping and Senior Care. I hired her to help take care of my mother while I was dealing w/ other family matters, I've actually hired her twice already. Alonda took initiative and cleaned, took the trash out and cooked dinner and had to ready by the time I...
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FAQs for finding senior transportation in Forest, VA
In 2024 how much does a senior transportation provider cost near me in Forest, VA?
The average rate for a senior transportation provider near you in Forest, VA as of May, 2024 is $17.10 per hour. This cost will fluctuate depending on the person's level of experience, how far you will need them to drive, and the level of assistance your loved one needs.
Where can I get transportation for seniors to medical appointments near me in Forest, VA?
Care.com has 10 providers in Forest, VA that can provide transportation for seniors to medical appointments and other engagements. To start searching for providers, create an account by answering some basic questions to find candidates that meet your needs. You will then have the option to either post a job and receive applications from candidates, or search for providers on the website. You can compare results based on hourly rate, availability, experience and distance from Forest, VA. After you have selected your candidates, you can schedule interviews, check references, request background checks and hire the provider that suits your needs the best.
What kind of senior transportation services near me are available in Forest, VA?
There are a wide variety of transportation services for seniors available near you in Forest, VA. The primary duty for any senior transportation provider is usually getting your loved one to the appointments they have. But many providers can also take them to places around Forest like the grocery store, hair salon or the bank. Some providers in Forest may have more experience with physically assisting seniors than others, so the mobility your loved one currently has should play a role in who you ultimately hire.