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Christina M.

Smyrna, DE

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Personal care
errands
respite care
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
For over a decade, I've dedicated myself to providing compassionate care to adults and seniors. My passion stems from a deep desire to support their well-being and independence, and I find great satisfaction in helping families by being a reliable care option. I am patient, friendly, and detail-oriented. I prioritize creating a...
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Dover, DE

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$23/hr
12 years experience
Hospice services
dementia
light cleaning
home modification
errands
+ 1 more
Making a difference in someone's life is what drives me. For the past three years, I've had the privilege of providing compassionate care to adults and seniors, and I'm eager to continue making a positive impact. My experience includes respite care, live-in support, transportation, hospice services, errands, personal care, light...
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Kind And Caring Will Give You A Break Or Run Errands For You

Dover, DE

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
companionship
personal care
light cleaning
dementia
+ 1 more
I have been teaching for 24 years and have worked as a community aide while in college and during my first 8 years of teaching. With children and adolescents of all ages with disabilities, I provide respite care and companionship for adults and seniors for periods of time. Schedule wise, I am currently available for pet...
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Retired Hospice RN - Offering Compassionate Respite & End-of-Life Support

Dover, DE

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$40/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
respite care
hospice services
Retired Hospice RN - Respite & End-of-Life Support I am a retired hospice RN with oncology experience since 1997 and 10 years dedicated to hospice care. I provide compassionate, dependable respite support so caregivers can rest and recharge, knowing their loved one is in skilled, respectful hands. My background includes...
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Dover, DE

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
errands
mobility assistance
light cleaning
home modification
+ 1 more
Making a difference in people's lives is my calling. With three years of experience, I dedicate myself to supporting the well-being and independence of adults and seniors, while offering families a reliable care option. My college education provides a solid foundation for my work. I offer respite care, transportation, and...
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Dover, DE

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Hospice services
companionship
meal prep
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
Making a difference in someone's life is why I became a caregiver. I am passionate about supporting the well-being and independence of adults and seniors. With one year of experience and some college education, I provide respite care, transportation, and home health services. I also assist with meal preparation, errands, and...
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Bridgeton, NJ

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$30/hr
2 years experience
Respite care
errands
transportation
meal prep
light cleaning
For the past two years, I provided respite care for a patient with Down syndrome, offering compassionate support and assistance with daily activities. During this time, I built a strong, trusting relationship while ensuring their safety, comfort, and emotional well-being. I am also CPR certified, which has helped me respond...
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Middletown, DE

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Light cleaning
dementia
live-in home care
home modification
errands
+ 1 more
Making a positive impact on the lives of adults and seniors is my passion. As a Certified Home Health Aide with six years of experience, I offer respite care, live-in care, transportation, and assistance with errands. I am skilled in personal care, light housekeeping, and meal preparation. I also have experience supporting...
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Caring Hearts

Felton, DE

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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Home modification
companionship
hospice services
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
Bringing joy and comfort to seniors is my calling. For the last decade, I've been privileged to support adults and seniors, empowering them to maintain their independence. As a Certified Nursing Assistant and Certified Home Health Aid, I provide respite care, transportation, and personal care. I'm also experienced in dementia...
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Bridgeton, NJ

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Home modification
companionship
hospice services
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
Bringing a decade of experience in senior care, I'm passionate about fostering independence and well-being in the lives of adults and seniors. As a Registered Nurse, I offer respite care, mobility assistance, medical management, and more. I also provide errands/shopping, light housekeeping, and meal preparation. My approach is...
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Individual Care Provider

Middletown, DE

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
companionship
live-in home care
hospice services
dementia
+ 1 more
Making a difference in the lives of adults and seniors is what I'm passionate about. With a college degree, 10 years of experience, and a Certified Dementia Practitioner. I offer respite care, live-in home care, transportation, and hospice services. My expertise includes home health, personal care, light housekeeping, and meal...
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  • The average post rate is $17.00/hr as of March 2026

FAQs for finding respite care near you in Smyrna, DE

The respite care meaning can vary slightly depending on who is providing their services. This is why we recommend that you review the profiles of the 1 respite care providers near you in Smyrna, DE carefully to see what services they offer. That being said, respite care services usually involve providing caregiving support when the usual caregiver can’t be there.

Care.com makes finding respite care providers near you in Smyrna, DE fast and easy. From the comfort of your own home, you can review a variety of different respite caregiver profiles in your area to learn more about their experiences and services. You can also read reviews from former clients to help find the right fit for your family.

The cost of respite care near you in Smyrna, DE can vary depending on the cost of living in your location and how much experience the caregiver has. However, to give you a jumping off point, the average rate for respite care providers in Smyrna, DE is $17.00 per hour.

The types of respite care services you require likely depend on the type of care the person you’re caring for needs. For example, some people may require more general caregiving, whereas some need help with transportation, taking medication, or grooming. Because of this, it can be helpful to review different profiles of respite care providers near you in Smyrna, DE.

To safely hire respite care near you in Smyrna, DE, we strongly recommend you run an independent background check, interview a handful of different caregivers, and request references. You can also review the profiles of respite caregivers who have a CareCheck badge on their profile.

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