Hello! My mom is having a shoulder replacement on 2/28/23. I'm looking for a caregiver to help her with everyday tasks she will not be able to do for 14-days post-surgery. Probably 4 hrs per day for about 8-10 days. I will be with her for the first few days to help her get set up and to meet the... More
Unlike babysitters or nannies, companion care jobs or senior care jobs generally involve caring for adults in their home. A companion care job description typically includes helping with daily activities such as walking, meals, bathing and a variety of other factors.
The average hourly rate for companion care services varies depending on your qualifications and the needs of the person you’re caring for, but you can start to get an idea by looking at Sittercity’s rates for babysitters and nannies. Ultimately, you can set your own companion care pay rate.
You don’t need to start a senior care business to become a companion care provider, but you can! You can set your own senior care pay rate based on the job description and your experience. You can look for companion care jobs in your city by searching on Sittercity. On Sittercity you need to be at least 18 years old to create a senior care profile.