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Adult care providers in Des Plaines, IL

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Marina O.


Des Plaines, IL

$15-18/hr

Compassionate Care Giver

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Hello! I will be a junior in college undergrad in the Fall. I am a pre-med Biology major with a minor in intercultural studies! My certification as a Nursing Assistant expired this month and I am planning to renew it this summer. My current experience level is from clinical hours for the certification (50 hours) and I...
Marina can also help with: Dementia, errands, personal care, light cleaning
Skills:

CNA

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Heather D.


Des Plaines, IL

$20/hr2 yrs exp

Certified Nurse Assistant

I currently am working in home health. I absolutely love my job and am ready to take on another patient/client. Reliable, Caring Certified Nurse Assistant with 1+ years of experience in home health for elderly and vulnerable adults. A detailed-oriented mindset and warm, compassionate personality has made me a valuable advocate...
Heather can also help with: Companionship, errands, meal prep, personal care, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Home Health Aide

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Kanykei B.


Des Plaines, IL

$25/hr3 yrs exp

Seniorcare, Companionship.

Experienced senior caregiver with 3 years of helping older adults. I like taking care of seniors and ensuring they feel happy and well-cared for. I've gained knowledge on meeting their unique needs and creating a supportive atmosphere. My goal is to make a positive difference in the lives of the seniors I assist.
Kanykei can also help with: Companionship, errands, meal prep, mobility assistance, light cleaning, home modification & more
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Gloria R.


Des Plaines, IL

$15-30/hr7 yrs exp

Available For Companionship

Friendly and genuine companion with 7 years of experience working with older adults living with Dementia. Nationally Certified Dementia Practitioner looking to make a difference through one on one companion services.
Gloria can also help with: Dementia
Skills:

CPR

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Demberel B.


Arlington Heights, IL

$36/hr3 yrs exp

Compassionate Girl

5.0

(5)

I am a positive and energetic mother of 3 adult children. I have 1 year of experience. I can help with light house cleaning, cooking, Transportation Services and Errands/Shopping. Good listener and a great companion.
Demberel can also help with: Companionship, dementia, live-in home care, meal prep, light cleaning, errands & more
5.0
"Dembrel works for us one day a week and consistently shows exceptional care for my parents. Her strong English skills are a major asset, especially since many caregivers on this platform may not be as proficient. She has a reliable network of colleagues to...

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Alma S.


Harwood Heights, IL

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Home Health Aide Available

4.2

(5)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Highly compassionate and experienced caregiver with 13+ years of experience providing personalized care to seniors and young adults with disabilities. Proven ability to build strong rapport with clients and families, providing physical and emotional support while maintaining their dignity and independence. Skilled in assisting...
Alma can also help with: Companionship, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, home modification, errands & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Alma is wonderful. She is kind, gentle, and understanding. my grandmother is in her 90s and as her condition declined, Alma went right along with the changes and recommended ways to help make things easier for us and my Gramma. She helped cover numerous times when...

Susanne D.

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Lilian C.


Buffalo Grove, IL

$15-29/hr8 yrs exp

Senior Care Is A Calling And Needs Passionate People

I have experience with dementia patients, cancer, hospice, Hoyer lifting and transferring, tube feeding, companionship, meal preps, bathing and all daily needs. I've been in the industry since 2016. My mission is to enhance the lives of aging adults and their families by providing : 1. PERSONAL CARE which involves direct...
Lilian can also help with: Companionship, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"I had Lily to care for my mother. She was compassionate and took care of her so well until she passed. She also took care of my mother in law until she went into memory care. I can highly recommend Lily for elder care."

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Karin G.


Rolling Meadows, IL

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Reliable, caring certified nursing assistant with 12years of experience. Professional with excellent patient care for elderly and vulnerable adults. Care for bedridden and physically challenge. Friendly and compassionate. I am really passionate on what I do. Love making people feel comfortable. Experience in performing walking...
Karin can also help with: Companionship, dementia, light cleaning, mobility assistance, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Karen is a very competent and resourceful caretaker."

James O.

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Katherine A.


Chicago, IL

$25-35/hr3 yrs exp

Kind & Creative Caregiver!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a loving mom, daughter, artist, gardener, death doula and caregiver! I am an experienced care worker and death doula (a caring end of life support), who has worked intimately with both elders and adults with disabilities. I also cared for my mom for 2+ years and worked with young people in the field of art education...
Katherine can also help with: Companionship, errands, meal prep, mobility assistance, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Katherine is caring and thoughtful. My mom really likes and respects her and that is what matters to me the most. "

Care member

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Charity W.


Skokie, IL

$10/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

Hello there!! I have 17 years of experience in adult / senior care in nursing homes, assistant living, and home care settings. I have served elders who are coping with Alzheimer's, Dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, hospice, and palliative care. I also have experience in using an aspirator, G-tube/NG-tube, tracheotomy cleaning, and...
Charity can also help with: Companionship, dementia, light cleaning, live-in home care, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Home Health Aide

5.0
"She's caring and accommodating."

Adetola A.

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Recent adult care reviews in Des Plaines, IL

Demberel B.

5.0

Dembrel works for us one day a week and consistently shows exceptional care for my parents. Her strong English skills are a major asset, especially since many caregivers on this platform may not be as proficient. She has a reliable network of colleagues to substitute for her if needed and willingly...

- Care member

Alma S.

5.0

I hired Alma for post-operative home care. She’s absolutely fantastic- helped me get around, sorted all my pills for the entire week, checked my vitals, etc. She was very easy to communicate with via text and I really enjoyed her company when I was finally awake. Alma made me feel safe and cared...

- Marcy B.

Lilian C.

5.0

I had Lily to care for my mother. She was compassionate and took care of her so well until she passed. She also took care of my mother in law until she went into memory care. I can highly recommend Lily for elder care.

- Care member

Karin G.

5.0

Karen is a very competent and resourceful caretaker.

- James O.

Katherine A.

5.0

There are not enough words to express how wonderful Katherine is and how grateful I am to have found her. My mother needed help when her eyesight got worse, so I hired Katherine to help with things like ordering groceries, signing checks, help with bills, making appointments and driving her when...

- Care member

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