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60 home care are listed in Akron, OH
The average rate is $17/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby home care is 8 years
Home care in Akron, OH
Monitor patient's health and well being by observing physical and mental state and intake and output.
Assist patient with personal care
Followed prescribed dietary requirements and prepared nutritious meals
Maintain safe , secure, and healthy patient environment and complete all household chores and requested
Plan all medical...
Megan B.
Mogadore, OH
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Med Pass Certified Care Giver Who Absolutely Loves Her Profession!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello there! My name is Megan!
I was an end of life caregiver for years and I loved care giving and I was very good at it. There just happens to be more positions for animal care .
I am an animal lover and advocate. I have owned raised or been around every common pet and a lot of not so common. I own Cats, Chickens, Dogs, and...
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Megan was an excellent caregiver for my mother. My mother often referred to her as her adopted daughter. She did everything my mom needed and anticipated that she needed something before my mom asked her to. She was careful and detailed with her job and was very...
Lisa H.
Hi. Thank you for reading my bio. I'm interested in a caregiving/companion position. I have both personal and professional experience in the caregiving field. I'm a good mixture of positive/ fun and compassionate/patient. I enjoy meeting new people, hearing life stories and trying to make people smile while also accomplishing...
Julie can also help with: Light cleaning, respite care, dementia, personal care, meal prep, errands & more
Erica W.
Medina, OH
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi my name is Erica. I have 20+ years experience working in the health care field. I take pride in what I do and find so much happiness helping others.
It is my goal to assist persons with activities of daily living. To help individuals to not only continue to keep them as independent as long as possible, but I also ease the...
Erica can also help with: Home modification, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Erica lives very close to us which was great. We had an established schedule but she always worked with us when something changed. She was so good with our dad, he loved her! She was really more like the third sister than a care giver."
Michelle F.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My passion is helping others. I enjoy working with the elderly providing them the individual care and attention they deserve. I have been a hospice volunteer and employee, American Cancer Society Relay for Life participant. In my free time I enjoy outdoors, sports, spending time with my family.
Tiffany can also help with: Personal care, dementia
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Tiffany takes her job responsibilities very seriously. She cares for her clients like she would care for her own mother or father. We hired Tiffany to be a caregiver for our mother in Ohio while we live in Illinois. She updates us regularly on her visits with...
Julia H.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 24 years of experience working with elderly patients. I have worked with patients receiving hospice care providing care for people with an end of life prognosis. I offer all activity of daily living services such as bathing for both mobile and bend bound individuals, feeding, dressing, exceptional companionship for those...
Tara can also help with: Errands, meal prep, companionship, dementia, mobility assistance, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Tara is a very knowledgeable, caring and hardworking lady. She assisted my mother and was able to handle all physical and mental issues that arose along with basic daily care. I highly recommend Tara along with her daughter Maddie. They're wonderful."
Gaylynn M.
Beth G.
Richfield, OH
$28/hr • 6 yrs exp
Experienced Senior Companion Care Provider With Great Communication Skills.
5.0
(1)
Hi! I have worked as a senior companion care provider for the past six years. My experience includes simply conversing and providing companionship, preparing meals, transportation for errands and doctor appointments, light housekeeping, and medication monitoring. I truly love what I do. I like to help people feel a sense of...
Beth can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, respite care
5.0
"Beth was a caregiver for my 87 year old mother for 11 months. I knew immediately she was someone I was lucky to have be with my mom. Beth was always my extra set of eyes and ears and I depended so much on her for being there when I couldn't. My mom was in Assisted...
Yvonne O.
Jackie M.
Twinsburg, OH
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Personal Care/Companion Care And Meal Preparation/Transportation To Appointments
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Jackie and being a senior care provider is more than a job for me, it is truly my passion.
I graduated second in my class from a Medical Assistant/ phlebotomy program and went on to work for area physicians before staying at home to raise my kids. I then worked for local assisted living facilities, including...
Jackie can also help with: Companionship, mobility assistance, personal care, meal prep, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
CPR
5.0
"I was so very lucky to find someone as caring as Jackie to help with my father. He really enjoyed having her around and I simply don’t know what I would’ve done without her! She is a professional and caring person. I would hire her again in a heartbeat! "
Care member
5.0
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a mother of 2 adult children and grandmother of 6. I am passionate about the elderly. I love helping them and providing excellent care. I have 20+ years experience doing in home care. I am reliable, compassionate, caring and patient. I enjoy cooking and baking. I have provided services such as personal care, companion care,...
Carmen can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, personal care, errands, light cleaning, respite care & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Carmen is a very caring lady. Very attentive to the needs of my mom. She's genuine, gentle, fun, efficient, just everything we had hoped to find in a caregiver. My mom loves her too!"
Terry M.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I will give your loved ones the best care, attention, compassion that I can. I will help with bathing, errands, appointments, cleaning, meal prep or anything that is needed. I have experience with Dementia. Growing up & all my life I have spent time with seniors. I love to listen to their stories and to just visit with them. I...
Deb can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, errands, companionship, mobility assistance & more
5.0
"Deb is a very special person! I feel extremely grateful to have found her. She helped take care of my good friend who is 88 years old. It is apparent that Deb really cares about her! Deb is kind and patient despite my friend having some dementia. Deb is...
Mary P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have over 6 years of experience as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant. 5 of those years I was a part of the therapy team at Aultman Woodlawn. Looking for a change of pace while continuing to do what I love, helping seniors age in place while maintaining their highest level of Independence. I am highly reliable and...
Katrena can also help with: Errands, meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Katrena takes care of my father-in-law. She helps him get showers, walks with him and does memory care. You can tell she cares about my in laws and it's like she's part of the family! She is on time and does what we ask!"
Amy W.
5.0
(10)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love what I do. Caregiving is who I am. I started babysitting a family with five children when I was 11 years old and have continued caregiving in one aspect or another throughout my life. 8 years ago I began exclusively providing private in-home elder care.
Most important to me is to treat any person I care for with dignity...
Amy can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, errands, mobility assistance, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Very caring and loving towards my mom Dependable and would recommend her highly"
Care member
Michelle L.
Massillon, OH
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part Time Or Full Time Care Giver For The Elderly Or Special Needs Child Or Adult
5.0
(4)
I have worked in the medical field for 15 years and love what I do I love doing the little extra things that make them happy its a very rewarding job I believe everyone deserves great care and companionship. I have worked at the MRRD workshops for 5 years and home care 10 years I also worked for massillon city schools with...
Michelle can also help with: Companionship, personal care, errands, mobility assistance, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Michelle was my 80 year old Mom's primary caregiver. My Mom had a stroke and Michelle did everything! She is very knowledgeable with elderly care and medical needs.
Michelle's two best qualities that set her apart from others: she's very organized and she...
David S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Angela and I am here to help with your loved one. Experienced with dementia, stroke, cancer, end of life care as well as rehabilitation. Happy to help with housekeeping, bathing, meals, appointments, medications, and most importantly, companionship. Fully vaccinated and dependable. Excellent references...
Angela can also help with: Companionship, dementia, hospice services, meal prep, live-in home care, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Angela was a Godsend in our trying family time. She was a pleasure to work with and brought comfort and peace of mind to our family. I couldn't recommend her more!"
Nicolette G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 30 years of caregiving experience in both a facility and at home settings. I am very comfortable dealing with mobility issues, as I worked many years in the therapy department. I am very dependable and have excellent references available.
Kelley can also help with: Dementia, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Kelley helped my husband for three years. Al used a walker, but needed help to get in the bathroom, to the table and his bed. She brought him whatever he needed, and also talked to him all the time, both of them were always laughing a lot! When he came to the...
Susan L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 17 years experience in geriatric nursing. I have extensive experience with tracheostomies, colostomies, catheterization, diabetic injections, tube feeding, and general medication administration. I have years of real world knowledge and experience providing hands on care. I'm able to assist with all activities of daily...
Kristen can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, home modification, dementia, personal care, respite care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Licensed Nurse
CNA
5.0
"Kristen was very hard working and dependable. Great with the elderly and disabled. Very dedicated to her work and honest."
Jason D.
Loretta W.
Canal Fulton, OH
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Friendly State Tested Nurses Aid With 22 Years Of Experience
5.0
(3)
Hi, my name is Lori and I enjoy caring for clients in their homes allowing my clients to stay comfortably at home. I take pride in providing the level of care to my clients that I would provide to my family members and want for myself. I have been a State Tested Nurse Aid for 22 years and an independent provider for 16 years. In...
Loretta can also help with: Errands, hospice services, light cleaning, companionship, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Loretta was a Caregiver for our son, John P after he graduated High School and wanted to live on his own. He contacted Medicaid and qualified for a subsidized apartment. He was lucky enough to interview and hire Loretta around 2003. She worked for him until he...
Marianne P.
5.0
(2)
As a past CMA and LPN, I have over 20 years of diverse experience providing professional care for senior citizens. Creating a positive, happy atmosphere with compassion and humor, while providing the best care possible for my clients is very important to me.
*I am seeking full time hours up to 60 per week, and also available...
Deanna can also help with: Errands, hospice services, companionship, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
Wound Care
5.0
"DeAnna is wonderful. During our time of need she was dependable, respectful, kind, friendly, generous, thoughtful and just a pure delight to have around. My parents were always happy and cared for under DeAnna’s watch. And she brings in a warmth to the entire home...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hello, I'm a positive, loving, & energetic I love helping others. I always put other people first before myself. I use to work in a nursing home. That was my home away from home. I'm confident, energetic, and fun. I feel that I am a very caring kindhearted person. I have 8 years of experience with working with elderly people. It...
Tabitha can also help with: Meal prep, errands, dementia, hospice services, companionship, light cleaning & more
5.0
"You will love her she's very sweet dependable she will do what ever it takes to get the job done"
Stephanie D.
Samantha S.
Canton, OH
$18-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Samantha S.
I'm a very patient individual and love helping people of all ages, I can be firm yet gentle. I have a lot of experience helping the elderly with activities of daily , Willing to go above and beyond for clients and family members. I'm very caring and enjoy hearing life stories and experiences. I am 32 and have been...
Samantha can also help with: Dementia, personal care, hospice services, live-in home care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Sam did a great job with my 90 year old Father with Alzheimer's. She is kind and thinks quickly on her feet. Sam is dependable and was a pleasure to have in our home."
Dena M.
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Recent home care reviews in Akron, OH
Megan B.
5.0
Megan was an excellent caregiver for my mother. My mother often referred to her as her adopted daughter. She did everything my mom needed and anticipated that she needed something before my mom asked her to. She was careful and detailed with her job and was very conscientious of my mom's needs. I...
- Lisa H.
Erica W.
5.0
Erica lives very close to us which was great. We had an established schedule but she always worked with us when something changed. She was so good with our dad, he loved her! She was really more like the third sister than a care giver.
- Michelle F.
Tiffany H.
5.0
Tiffany takes her job responsibilities very seriously. She cares for her clients like she would care for her own mother or father. We hired Tiffany to be a caregiver for our mother in Ohio while we live in Illinois. She updates us regularly on her visits with our mother and calls right away with...
- Julia H.
Tara S.
5.0
Tara is a very knowledgeable, caring and hardworking lady. She assisted my mother and was able to handle all physical and mental issues that arose along with basic daily care. I highly recommend Tara along with her daughter Maddie. They're wonderful.
- Gaylynn M.
Beth G.
5.0
Beth was a caregiver for my 87 year old mother for 11 months. I knew immediately she was someone I was lucky to have be with my mom. Beth was always my extra set of eyes and ears and I depended so much on her for being there when I couldn't. My mom was in Assisted Living, then rehab after a broken...
- Yvonne O.
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FAQs for finding home care in Akron, OH
How much does private home care cost per hour near me in Akron, OH?
The average rate for hiring a home care provider in Akron, OH as of May, 2024 is $17.84 per hour. This cost will fluctuate depending on the provider's level of experience, whether the care is full-time or part-time and the duties required to perform to care for your senior loved one.
How can I find home care near me in Akron, OH?
Care.com has 25 home care providers for seniors in Akron, OH. To start searching for caregivers near you, you need to create a Care.com account. To create your account, you will answer some basic questions to help you find home care providers that specialize in your family member’s needs. You will then have the option to either post a job and receive applications from candidates, or you can search for caregivers on the website. You can filter results by distance from Akron, OH or hourly rate. After you have selected your candidates, you can schedule interviews, check references, request background checks, and can then hire a home health care provider that suits your needs the best.
What types of home care services are available near me in Akron, OH?
The types of home health care services near you in Akron, OH will vary depending on the needs of the senior you’re hiring home care assistance for, but home care providers can assist with companionship and fellowship, as well as skilled nursing care. There are also home caregivers in Akron, OH that can assist with daily activities, such as cooking, medication prompting, dressing, bathing and transporting the senior patient to and from appointments.
How can I safely hire home care near me in Akron, OH?
If you need to hire senior home care near you in Akron, OH, we strongly suggest you run an independent background check, request professional references, and interview a handful of candidates. You can also look for providers on Care.com who have a CareCheck badge on their profile, which is a background check we request all in home care service providers complete. Any senior home care providers who complete a CareCheck will have a badge on their profile that displays the date the background check was run.
What interview questions should I ask when hiring home health care near me in Akron, OH?
When you’re hiring in home health care services near you in Akron, OH, it can be really helpful to interview a handful of different candidates to help you find the right fit. It’s a good idea to ask them questions about the exact responsibilities they feel comfortable taking on, how they best communicate, and what types of senior health issues they have dealt with in the past.
Ratings for Akron, OH home care listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Home Care in Akron, OH are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 35 reviews of the 60 listed home care.