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Showing 1 – 12 of 395 caregivers within 25 miles, nearest first.

Jun D.

Harlingen, TX · in Harlingen · 9 yrs experience

Caregiving found me when I helped look after my own grandmother, and 9 years later it's still the work I love most. My focus is Alzheimer's and dementia care. Dignity…

Dementia carePersonal careMedication remindersCompanionship
from $22/hrSee profile

Olga K.

Harlingen, TX · in Harlingen · 6 yrs experience

I've spent 6 years caring for older adults, with a focus on personal care and keeping daily routines on track. I communicate directly, respectfully and without rushing…

Personal careMeal prepMedication remindersLight cleaningSpanishCNAHHA
from $21/hrSee profile

Benjamin T.

Harlingen, TX · in Harlingen · 3 yrs experience

I'm a patient, steady caregiver with 3 years of experience, especially with respite care that gives family caregivers a real break. Dignity matters to me. I'm discreet…

Respite careCompanionshipPersonal careMeal prep
from $21/hrSee profile

Phuong D.

Palm Valley, TX · about 3 mi from Harlingen · 25 yrs experience

Caregiving found me when I helped look after my own grandmother, and 25 years later it's still the work I love most. My focus is personal care and keeping daily routines…

Personal careMeal prepMedication remindersLight cleaningSpanish
from $24/hrSee profile

Deepa C.

Juarez, TX · about 3 mi from Harlingen · 19 yrs experience

I came to caregiving from caring for a parent, and 19 years in I can't imagine doing anything else. I'm strongest with mobility support and fall prevention. I keep…

Mobility helpTransportationPersonal careHHA
from $24/hrSee profile

Monique R.

Juarez, TX · about 3 mi from Harlingen · 18 yrs experience

My 18 years in caregiving grew from restaurant work, and I now focus on mobility support and fall prevention. I build routines around the person rather than forcing a…

Mobility helpTransportationPersonal careSpanish
from $23/hrSee profile

Javier F.

Las Palmas II, TX · about 3 mi from Harlingen · 18 yrs experience

Families know me as a CPR-trained caregiver with 18 years of experience in companionship and help with daily living. Dignity matters to me. I'm discreet with personal…

CompanionshipMeal prepLight cleaningErrands
from $24/hrSee profile

Mai B.

Las Palmas II, TX · about 3 mi from Harlingen · 15 yrs experience

For 15 years I have supported older adults with Parkinson's, stroke recovery and other chronic conditions, drawing on retail management. I use calm redirection and…

Medication administrationMobility helpPersonal carePhysical therapy
from $23/hrSee profile

Patricia H.

Juarez, TX · about 3 mi from Harlingen · 14 yrs experience

I came to caregiving from a hospitality career, and 14 years in I can't imagine doing anything else. I'm strongest with personal care and keeping daily routines on…

Personal careMeal prepMedication remindersLight cleaningSpanishHHA
from $23/hrSee profile

Hana S.

Palm Valley, TX · about 3 mi from Harlingen · 14 yrs experience

Warm, organized and unflappable. that's how my client families describe me. 14 years of experience, with a specialty in mobility support and fall prevention. I explain…

Mobility helpTransportationPersonal care
from $23/hrSee profile

Hana W.

Juarez, TX · about 3 mi from Harlingen · 9 yrs experience

Home care has been my career for 9 years. Most of my clients have needed appointments, errands and getting out of the house safely, and I take pride in making every day…

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from $22/hrSee profile

Benjamin S.

Palm Valley, TX · about 3 mi from Harlingen · 9 yrs experience

After 9 years in home care, I've learned that good care starts with listening. I specialize in appointments, errands and getting out of the house safely. I'm a good cook…

TransportationErrandsCompanionshipMedication remindersSpanish
from $22/hrSee profile

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At a glance

Senior care in Harlingen, TX at a glance

395
caregivers within 25 miles
$21.64
average posted rate per hour (October 2026)
$11.65
median aide wage in Texas (BLS, May 2025)
72,087
residents of Harlingen (Census ACS 2020–2024)

Posted rates come from live caregiver profiles. The aide wage is the BLS figure for employed home health and personal care aides in Texas, a benchmark rather than a private rate.

Questions

Common senior care questions in Harlingen, TX

How do I find senior care near me in Harlingen, TX?

Start with the 395 caregivers listed above, all within 25 miles of Harlingen. Posting your care need on CaregiverConnect is free: caregivers near Harlingen see it and can apply. For free local services and benefits, contact your Area Agency on Aging through the Eldercare Locator (1-800-677-1116).

What types of senior care services are available in Harlingen?

Private caregivers provide non-medical help at home: companionship, meal preparation, light housekeeping, errands and rides, bathing, dressing and toileting, mobility help, medication reminders, respite for family caregivers, and overnight or live-in care. Skilled nursing, such as injections or wound care, needs a licensed home health agency.

How much does senior care cost in Harlingen in 2026?

Caregivers within 25 miles of Harlingen list an average of $21.64 an hour on their CaregiverConnect profiles (395 profiles, October 2026). Home health and personal care aides in Texas earn a median $11.65 an hour (BLS, May 2025). Agencies bill families more than that to cover their costs. When you hire directly you agree the rate with the caregiver, and CaregiverConnect takes no commission.

What is the difference between a home health aide and a CNA?

A certified nursing assistant (CNA) has passed a state-approved training program and competency exam and is listed on the state nurse aide registry. Federal rules require at least 75 hours of training for nursing home aides. A home health aide (HHA) working for a Medicare-certified home health agency must also meet a federal 75-hour training or competency standard. Both can help with personal care. Neither does skilled nursing. Rules for private, non-medical caregivers vary by state.

How do I choose the right senior caregiver?

Write down the tasks and hours you need, then interview more than one caregiver. Ask about experience with similar needs (dementia, transfers, diabetes), call at least two references, verify identity and any certifications, and consider a paid trial shift. Put duties, hours, pay and notice in a written agreement. Our hiring guide has a checklist.

How should families plan and talk about senior care?

Involve the older adult from the start and ask what matters most to them. Agree who in the family coordinates, what the budget is and who pays. Medicare does not pay for long-term custodial care at home. Medicaid home care programs, veterans' benefits and long-term care insurance may. Revisit the plan as needs change. The Medicaid programs guide explains the options.

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