I’ve been thinking about switching careers and looking into caregiver jobs in Philadelphia. I don’t have any formal medical training, but I’ve spent years helping my grandma — cooking for her, managing her meds, even helping her with mobility after her surgery. A friend mentioned that there are home care agencies that train people on the job, and now I’m curious. Is that actually a thing? Can you really get hired without a CNA or nursing background? I’d love to help people, but I’m not sure if my experience counts for anything officially.
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Not in this field myself, but I’ve seen how important caregivers can be — especially when they’re kind and genuinely care. Honestly, real-life experience often goes further than a certificate. Cool to see people here considering it as a job path.
That’s actually how I got started! I didn’t have any professional medical background either, but I’d taken care of my dad after his stroke for over a year. A lot of caregiver jobs in Philadelphia don’t require certifications upfront — especially with agencies that are willing to train. When I applied, I was nervous about not having the right credentials, but they were more interested in my attitude and experience. If you're serious about making the switch, I’d suggest checking out opportunities where you can hire now — that site’s a solid place to start looking and even gives you an idea of what roles are out there and what support is offered to new hires.