Caregiver in Perris, CA
about 8 mi from Moreno Valley · 10+ yrs experience
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Moreno Valley, California · Riverside County
In-Home Caregivers in Moreno Valley, CA
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How to find an in-home caregiver in Moreno Valley
Many Moreno Valley families start looking for a caregiver in a hurry, on the day a discharge planner says a parent can go home. If that is you, post the start date, the hours you need in the first two weeks, and what help is needed (walking, bathing, medication reminders, rides to follow-up visits); caregivers whose radius includes 92551, 92553, 92555 or 92557 can apply straight away. Caregiver profiles near you appear above as people join, and those from Riverside and Perris often cover Moreno Valley as well.
In Moreno Valley 27.8% of households include someone 65 or older even though only 9.8% of residents are in that age group (ACS 2020–2024). Adult children here commute far (35.5 minutes each way on average, and 18.6% of workers take an hour or more), so the typical posting covers weekdays from early morning. Spanish is the home language for 44.5% of residents five and older; say in the posting which language your parent is most comfortable in.
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Private in-home caregivers near Moreno Valley, CA
Independent caregivers with profiles on CaregiverConnect whose home base is within 50 miles. You agree on duties, schedule and pay directly with the person you hire.
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4 of 4 available caregivers within 50 miles of Moreno Valley, nearest first. Names, photos, bios, references and the Verified badge details are shown once you create a free family account; this public page keeps caregivers anonymous.
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What you can post
Types of in-home care families in Moreno Valley arrange
All non-medical. For nursing tasks (injections, wound care, catheters) you need a licensed home health agency, not a private caregiver.
Senior care at home · Personal care · Companion care · Dementia care · Respite care · Overnight and live-in · Post-surgery recovery · Part-time and flexible
Choosing well
Evaluating caregivers in Moreno Valley
Ask each applicant what they hold and check it: a Home Care Aide Registry number (search it on the CDSS site), IHSS enrollment, or a CDPH nursing assistant certificate, which graduates of Riverside City College’s nearby program receive after passing the state exam. Phone two people the caregiver has worked for. Interview at home with your parent present. Pay for one or two trial shifts before committing. If you want a background check, order one yourself with the caregiver’s written consent; CaregiverConnect does not check or vet caregivers, and its Verified badge only shows that a caregiver uploaded proof of a check.
Questions families here ask at interview
- Have you helped someone recover at home after a stay at RUHS Medical Center or Kaiser Moreno Valley?
- Can you be here before 7 am on weekdays, and where are you driving from?
- Are you comfortable with transfers from bed to wheelchair, and have you been trained to do them safely?
- Would you take my father to follow-up visits on Cactus Avenue or Iris Avenue, and how should we handle mileage?
- Could you talk with my father in Spanish through the day?
- How do you keep track of medications and report changes to the family?
- What happens if you are sick on a day you are scheduled?
Schedules and cost
What in-home care costs in Moreno Valley: hourly rates and schedules
After a discharge. Longer daily hours for two to four weeks, often including the first nights home, then tapering to a few visits a week.
Commuter households. Weekday blocks that start before the family leaves for work, sometimes with a midday check-in instead of a full shift.
Spouse respite. A fixed afternoon or Saturday each week for the husband or wife who does most of the caring.
| Reference point | Hourly | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Employed aides, Riverside–San Bernardino–Ontario metro (Riverside County) | $16.50 median | BLS OEWS, May 2025 |
| IHSS provider wage, Riverside County | $19.90 | CDSS; effective May 1, 2026 |
| California minimum wage | $16.90 | effective January 1, 2026 |
| Agency non-medical home care, California median (CareScout 2025) | $40.00 | CareScout Cost of Care Survey 2025 |
Who is the employer. When you hire a caregiver directly, you are a household employer under California's Domestic Worker Bill of Rights. The state minimum wage ($16.90 an hour from 1 January 2026; some cities set more, for example $17.75 in the City of San Diego) is the legal floor, and a personal attendant earns overtime at 1.5× after 9 hours in a day or 45 in a week. The main exceptions are IHSS recipients and an employer's own parent, spouse or child. Source: California DIR, Domestic Worker Bill of Rights FAQ.
Moreno Valley follows the California minimum wage of $16.90; the city has no local ordinance. If your parent is on Medi-Cal, apply for IHSS first: the county pays the provider $19.90 an hour for authorized hours, and you pay privately only for the rest. Private caregivers usually price between that wage and the $40 statewide agency median, adding for nights and weekends. When you employ the caregiver yourself, budget for employer payroll taxes beyond the federal threshold, and remember that California’s personal-attendant rule makes any time past 9 hours in one day, or 45 in one week, overtime.
No agency tracks private rates. A caregiver you hire directly will usually expect more than the employed-aide median and less than an agency rate; every caregiver on this site lists an hourly rate on their profile, and the hiring guide covers taxes and overtime.
Local help
Caregiver resources for families in Moreno Valley
- Moreno Valley Senior Center25075 Fir Avenue; (951) 413-3430; weekdays 8 am to 5 pm. Free membership with a photo ID; classes, lunch (Nutrition Center (951) 247-1667) and resources.
- MoVanCurb-to-curb van for residents 60 and older or adults with disabilities, run by the Friends of Moreno Valley Senior Center: $1 donation locally, $2.50 to medical visits up to 20 miles outside the city; book 24 hours ahead on (833) 745-8454.
- RTA Dial-A-RideFor people 65 and older or with disabilities, $3 per passenger, trips within the city near bus routes; (800) 795-7887.
- IHSS HOME lineApply for IHSS or ask about registry caregivers on (888) 960-4477 (business hours, Monday to Friday).
- Riverside County Office on AgingSenior HelpLink (800) 510-2020; office (951) 867-3800; meals, insurance counseling and family caregiver programs.
- RUHS Medical Center26520 Cactus Avenue; (951) 486-4000. Ask the discharge team about home needs before your parent leaves; the hospital lists a geriatric medicine service.
Safety
Hiring safely in Moreno Valley
Before the first shift, agree in writing the hours, rate, overtime, mileage, notice and who to call in an emergency, and keep a timesheet you both sign each week. Put medications, cash and checkbooks somewhere only you control. Report suspected abuse or neglect to Riverside County Adult Protective Services, (800) 491-7123, at any hour. The hiring guide explains screening and payroll step by step.
How it works
How to hire a private caregiver in Moreno Valley (no agency)
CaregiverConnect is a marketplace, not an agency: you hire the caregiver directly, which is why there is no agency mark-up on their hourly rate. That also means screening is your responsibility, and we tell you how.
- Describe the care you need
- Your posting goes live
- Review caregivers and applicants
- Message and hire
- Agree terms and pay directly
Pricing, plainly
What is free and what costs money
Browsing, posting and receiving applications are free. Messaging and confirming a hire are part of Family Premium ($24.99/month, cancel any time). No commission on what you pay the caregiver; see the pricing page.
Widen your search
Find caregivers near Moreno Valley
Caregivers set a travel radius, so a caregiver based in a neighbouring town may well cover your home. These pages show who is nearby.
Moreno Valley is part of Riverside County; the hub pages list every town and area they cover.
- Perris, CA9 mi
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- Find caregivers in Riverside, CA10 mi
- Find caregivers in San Bernardino, CA15 mi
- Find caregivers in Menifee, CA15 mi
- Find caregivers in Fontana, CA17 mi
- San Jacinto, CA18 mi
- Find caregivers in Lake Elsinore, CA18 mi
Elsewhere in Riverside County: Corona · Temecula · Murrieta · Hemet · Indio · Palm Desert · Palm Springs · Cathedral City
Guides
Useful reading
How to become a caregiver in California: requirements, HCA registry, IHSS and CNA explained · How much do caregivers make in California and Arizona? BLS, IHSS and minimum wage (2026) · How to hire a private caregiver: cost, screening, taxes and a written agreement · Imperial County caregiver resources: training, job centres, IHSS, senior services and transport
Sources (checked 2026-10-14):
- City of Moreno Valley, Services for Seniors
- City of Moreno Valley, Senior Transportation (MoVan, Dial-a-Ride)
- RCTC, specialized transit in Moreno Valley and Norco (October 2023)
- Riverside University Health System, Medical Center
- HCAI facility profiles, RUHS Medical Center and Kaiser Foundation Hospital Moreno Valley
- Riverside County DPSS, IHSS Public Authority (Wayback Machine snapshot, June 10, 2025)
- CDSS, IHSS wages by county
- County of Riverside, Seniors and Retirement
- County of Riverside, elder abuse release (APS hotline)
- U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2020–2024 5-year summary file, Moreno Valley city
- BLS OEWS May 2025, Riverside–San Bernardino–Ontario, CA
- CareScout (Genworth) Cost of Care Survey 2025
- UC Berkeley Labor Center, local minimum wage inventory
Questions
Hiring a caregiver in Moreno Valley: frequently asked questions
Can I find a caregiver quickly for a parent leaving the hospital in Moreno Valley?
Post as soon as a discharge date is likely, with the start date and first-week hours. Try to meet two applicants before the discharge.
Is there senior transportation in Moreno Valley?
Two options: the MoVan for residents 60 and older (donation $1 locally, book 24 hours ahead on (833) 745-8454) and RTA Dial-A-Ride for people 65 and older or with disabilities at $3 a trip.
Does the Moreno Valley Senior Center serve lunch?
Yes, through its Nutrition Center, (951) 247-1667; the monthly nutrition calendar is posted on the city’s senior services page. Membership is free with a government ID showing your date of birth.
Can I be paid by IHSS to care for my own mother in Moreno Valley?
Yes, if she is on Medi-Cal and the county authorizes hours. Call (888) 960-4477; once she is approved you enroll as her provider and are paid $19.90 an hour.
Does CaregiverConnect run background checks?
No. You arrange any check yourself with the caregiver’s written consent, and verify references, registry listings and certificates directly.
What if no one applies from Moreno Valley itself?
Widen the picture: caregivers in Riverside, Perris and nearby cities often set a radius that reaches Moreno Valley. See the Riverside County page for county-wide resources.
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