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Patricia C.


Elgin, IL

$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

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I received my degree in Child & Geriatric Psychology in 1997. I believe it is imperative to have a stable and loving environment. I have a passion for nurturing adult minds. I am also highly experienced with Dementia/Alzheimers clients. My approach to senior care is centered around patience, creativity, and open...
Patricia can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, home modification, companionship & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

I am an occupational therapist with one year of experience working with adults in a community hospital setting and three years working with pediatrics with complex medical and neurological needs in an outpatient clinic. I am reliable, patient, and caring. I enjoy getting to know each of my clients and their families and...
Vera can also help with: Light cleaning, respite care, errands, meal prep, dementia
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Andrea E.


Elmhurst, IL

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

With 22 years of dedicated healthcare experience, I bring a wealth of knowledge and compassion to my role as a caregiver. My background includes being a Certified Home Care Nurse Assistant, an Emergency Room Nurse, and an Adult Health Nurse Practitioner, allowing me to offer a wide range of services and support. As a mom of...
Andrea can also help with: Light cleaning, mobility assistance, transportation, home modification, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

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Charity S.


Chicago, IL

$17-25/hr

Student And Friend :)

My name is Charity, I am 21 and currently a Junior studying middles grades education to become a math teacher. My passion for teaching started with me helping my mom around the house with my siblings. I'm the middle child out of 12 so I'm use to dealing with children of ages. This will be my first time caring for an adult but...
Charity can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia
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Gina M R.


Schaumburg, IL

$17-35/hr • 3 yrs exp

I am a married woman with adult children I work as a real estate appraiser and looking to supplement my income in a rewarding capacity. I helped care for my mother with dementia and I am patient and understanding.
Gina M can also help with: Transportation, dementia, companionship
I'd describe my personality as genuine, cool, and I have high integrity. I like caring for seniors because I previously worked as a social worker and I enjoyed the company of some cool seniors during my career in the helping profession. I'm looking for a job that will allow me to utilize my skills in social services and to be...
Abel can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, companionship
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Alanna O.


Chicago, IL

$22-25/hr

Compassionate And Patient Companion

I am a patient, attentive, and compassionate care giver. Spending time with older adults with dementia to provide companionship and a listening ear, I am experienced in interacting with and caring for aging adults.
Alanna can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, dementia
Skills:

CPR

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Kiera B.


Evanston, IL

$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

Hi there! I am very passionate about taking care of seniors. I have visited many nursing home's and helped take care of my Grandmother who had cancer. I have helped my grandparents and my great aunt who has dementia. I am a Music Major and Psychology Minor at Fordham University Lincoln Center. I would love to share my love of...
Kiera can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, personal care, dementia
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

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Maribel H.


Carpentersville, IL

$17-24/hr • 6 yrs exp

I have over five years of experience as a caregiver and teacher for children in elementary and middle school grade levels. I also have experience helping seniors with daily living activities such as meal prep and medication. Providing quality care and support to help young people and older adults thrive is my passion. I am...
Maribel can also help with: Hospice services, live-in home care, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

I am a Graduate Student in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I have flexibility in my hours as I am a full time student currently. I graduated with a degree in both Psychology and Communications. While I don't have any clear experience in adult care I am a kind and compassionate and who is willing to learn. I naturally...
Natalie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands

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