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60 caregivers are listed in Columbia, IL
The average posted rate is $25/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby caregivers is 6 years
Caregivers in Columbia, IL
5.0
(8)
I have over 30 years of experience. I have been with one family alone for 22 years and counting. I've trained with several home care agencies throughout the the State I have experience in Alzheimer's Dementia Parkinson Hospice Pleurex Catheter Draining Cancer care etc.. I'm a seasoned caregiver with a passion for the elderly.....
Monica can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, home modification, errands, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"Monica's dedication and expertise in assisting my grandmother and mother have been invaluable. Her insightful approach, filled with genuine care and affection, has made a remarkable impact on their well-being."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a 65-year-old female retired pharmacist looking for caregiving opportunities. I am active, fun loving, reliable and responsible. I cared for my elderly dad who had cancer and my elderly mom who had dementia. My sister had cerebral palsy and was in a wheelchair, and I assisted her with all of her needs throughout her...
Judith can also help with: Errands, dementia, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"We were looking for someone to help take of an older parent for companionship and some help around the house and we could not of found a better person in the world than Judy.
We hired Judy in January 2022 to help take care of my mom who had just lost her...
David K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Lisa , I am originally from St Louis . I currently work as an Occupational Therapy practitioner. I also have a strong background in caregiving and special needs care for both adults and children. I also have a BA in Sociology. I can help with anything needed including pet care. I love all animals! I am a great cook...
Lisa can also help with: Dementia, personal care, home modification, hospice services
5.0
(13)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Compassionate caregiver over 10 years' experience providing for in-home patient needs. Exceptionally sensitive and dedicated Caregiver with a strong record of senior care service. Adept at handling client issues and problems, with kindness and professionalism.
Venicia can also help with: Respite care, personal care, dementia
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Venicia is an amazingly warm and diligent woman with an uplifting approach to life. I am recovering from two broken hips and I really could not have coped without her. She has been cheerfully running the household like clockwork. I have no hesitation in heartily...
John K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been in the caregiving field for 16 years. I started off by taking care of my family, and now I spread my love by helping others. I would love the opportunity to care for your loved one.
Brittany can also help with: Live-in home care, errands, light cleaning, companionship, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"She goes above and beyond when it comes to her job. I really love and miss Ms.Brittany."
Shantel S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have nursing home, assisted living, and private home care experience! Amazing references & an amazing relationship with my residents and their families.
Emerald can also help with: Hospice services, errands, light cleaning, companionship, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Emerald was amazing with my dad. He had terminal lung cancer and she wasn't with him long, but she made his last days so comfortable and eased the minds of my sisters and I when we couldn't be with him. I wholeheartedly recommend Emerald for any care needed for...
Rhonda V.
5.0
(3)
I am an experienced, patient, and nurturing caregiver. I have always felt caregiving is more than a job to me. My seniors are part of my family. I will make my time with your loved one a pleasurable experience for both of us.
I am experienced in bath therapy, administration and organization of medication, as well as the...
Lauren can also help with: Light cleaning, home modification, errands, personal care, meal prep, dementia & more
5.0
"Caring, available for all of neighbors' needs, reliable and would hire if I needed anyone. Took good care of them."
Robert M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
When my father passed away in 1995, I moved to Florida to keep my mom company. Over time, it became necessary for her to have full time help. I became my mother's full-time caregiver offering her companionship and preparing her meals, medications and paying her bills. After she passed away, I returned to St. Louis and cared for...
Michaelene can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, respite care, dementia, personal care
5.0
"Michaelene has been caring for our mom with dementia. She has been so kind and patient with her. We've never brought a caregiver in before and were nervous about bringing someone in from outside of the family. But in a short time she has brought us comfort in...
Chris P.
Barbara A.
Fenton, MO
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
CNA 30 Years Experience, Bonded Insured. Provide Care And Assistance So You Can Stay At Home.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Very patient, knowledgeable, easygoing Caregiver/Certified Nurse Aid with a sense of humor and over 30 years experience in Rehab, Alzheimer's, Dementia, Memory Care , Parkinson's, Stroke, Hospice Care. CPR/First Aid. Non smoker. Good cook. Good with pets.
Barbara can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, errands, dementia, companionship, home modification & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Wound Care
5.0
"Barbara is an outstanding care giver. She began working for us to take care of my brother in hospice and continued on to take care of our mother. She was always on time, worked the days we requested, and mom loved her! We highly recommend Barbara for her caring...
Care member
4.9
(7)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love the elderly. I try to keep them at home. I love animals and birds. I am very loving and friendly and enjoy helping others. I spent 3 1/2 years with one man for 6 nights a week. I helped he and his wife until he expired. I spent 1 1/4 years with a gentlemen who expired. I spent over 1 year with another man and 2 years with...
Hazel can also help with: Personal care, respite care, live-in home care, hospice services, visiting physician, dementia & more
5.0
"Chris is not only extremely knowledgeable about home health care she has so much compassion for everyone she cares for. She gives 110% to each person she cares for and treats them like she they are family. Can't say enough about how wonderful Chris was caring for...
Karen F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
I have caregiver skills that I think might be important to you.
I can offer you a friendly, easy-going and ethical personality, companionship, excellent cooking skills, light housekeeping, reliable transportation and a squeaky clean background check. I have 10+ years caregiver experience, 7+ years social work...
Keyeonta can also help with: Dementia, personal care, hospice services
5.0
"Keyeonta was a terrific caregiver to my uncle. She was caring, kind and conscientious. She went above and beyond in the care she provided. The whole family loved her."
Sharon D.
Julie M.
Saint Louis, MO
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Am A Mother, Grandmother I Have Been A Caregiver For Over 20 Yrs. I Am Dependable, Honest.
5.0
(2)
I have 20 +years of experience in senior care. I am also still a cna. I enjoy cooking and crafts in my spare time. I also enjoy spending time with my family. I can help with Home Care and Hospice Services. I can also help with cooking, light housekeeping , meds, and bathing . I am dependable and honest.
Julie can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, personal care, respite care
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Julie has regularly far exceeded our expectations as a caregiver for our parents. She's intelligent and caring and has used both of those traits to deliver excellent care to our parents. She always goes above and beyond the call of duty in every aspect of her work...
Beth H.
Megan B.
Saint Louis, MO
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
1. Helped with day-to-day and long-term management of personal affairs
2. Assisted with physical therapy, exercise, and general health
3. Administered and managed medication
4. Performed housekeeping duties including
laundry, grocery shopping, and cleaning
5. Planned and prepared meals according to dietary restrictions
6....
Megan can also help with: Errands, meal prep, hospice services, dementia, live-in home care, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"She was amazing with my mother in all regards. She really cared and went above and beyond and my mom so enjoyed her time with Megan. "
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a compassionate, experienced, and patient caregiver. I think of my clients as my own family. Growing old is a gift, but one that can bring challenges. I am here to help your loved one through their challenges in a loving, but comfortable atmosphere. In addition to the daily physical duties (the doctors appointments,...
Lauren can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, mobility assistance, companionship, errands, dementia & more
5.0
"Lauren is a incredible person who has been nothing short of amazing! She treated my husband and I like family. Her love of animals is especially obvious. Lauren is a hire you will not regret."
Jolande S.
Andrea R.
Belleville, IL
$25-27/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello.. I have 10 years plus working as a caregiver. I have worked in assisted livings as well. I love what I do and have a huge heart for the elderly that I treat as family. I will assist in anything your loved one needs. I like to engage in conversation to open up to each other.. cook.. take walks if able.. and whatever else...
Andrea can also help with: Light cleaning, mobility assistance, dementia, meal prep, errands, companionship & more
5.0
"Andrea was great with my mother. She was dependable and personable. Andrea has a lot of experience and anticipated my moms needs. My mother really liked her. We would hire her again."
Donna S.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Tiara, and I'm a College Graduate with 16 plus years of experience of Nursing. I can help with In-Home Nursing care, assisting your love ones with everyday living. I can also provide Transportation Services, Cleaning, light yard work, patient advocacy, respite care, and hospice care. you name it I can assist!.......
Tiara can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, live-in home care, light cleaning, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Tiara was wonderful with my mom who had dementia. She was kind, considerate, and they always had fun together. She knew how to redirect mom during her times of frustration. She could always light up the room whenever she entered and she never left my mom's bedside...
Kathy K.
5.0
(3)
I have been doing home healthcare for 9 years and it has become a passion of mine. I have experience with stroke patients, dementia patients, a quadriplegic, Parkinsons, as well as hospice patients. I have experience with bathing, dressing, toileting, feeding, meal prep, hoyer lift, Sara steady (sit to stand), and light...
Kristen can also help with: Meal prep, errands, dementia, companionship, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
5.0
"She worked for my brother a number of years, a quadriplegic up until his death. She was a fast learner and dependable. She kept him mentally sharp by them playing trivia with "Alexa". I felt she was very caring about him."
Shirley R.
5.0
(4)
My name is Ericka and I am a senior caregiver with 10+ years of experience. From the initial consultation onwards, I treat everyone with care, patience, compassion and kindness. I focus on consistency while building a genuine connection, working with and learning about my clients to make sure they have everything they need to...
Ericka can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, companionship, hospice services & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Licensed Nurse
5.0
"Very dependable, professional and has been a joy for my folks, I highly recommend her services."
Erica J.
Felicia K.
Saint Louis, MO
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Full-time Or Live-In Caregiver For Aging Parent / Senior Caregiver/HHA Non-Medical
I enjoy the companionship with the patient along with the family as a caregiver, I can communicate with them in giving the best care for their loved one. I can also follow a plan of care advised by a doctor or a nurse as required. I like being responsible and reaching goals as well as being instrumental in the patients daily...
Felicia can also help with: Home modification, visiting physician, respite care, live-in home care, dementia, personal care & more
The past 10 years of my life have been dedicated to some sort of caregiving. I have worked in an adult day care, I have worked for a senior caregiving company, and most recently cared for my beautiful, wonderful grandma who has Alzheimer's. Nothing brings me more joy than helping people live their life to the fullest extent.
Emily can also help with: Errands, transportation, light cleaning, respite care, meal prep, dementia & more
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Recent caregiver reviews in Columbia, IL
Monica H.
5.0
Monica's dedication and expertise in assisting my grandmother and mother have been invaluable. Her insightful approach, filled with genuine care and affection, has made a remarkable impact on their well-being.
- Care member
Judith D.
5.0
We were looking for someone to help take of an older parent for companionship and some help around the house and we could not of found a better person in the world than Judy.
We hired Judy in January 2022 to help take care of my mom who had just lost her eyesight in her left eye and was no...
- David K.
Venicia L.
5.0
Venicia is everything you could want in a caregiver. She is punctual, thorough and sensitive. I recommend her many times over.
- Ann S.
Brittany L.
5.0
She goes above and beyond when it comes to her job. I really love and miss Ms.Brittany.
- Shantel S.
Emerald C.
5.0
Emerald was amazing with my dad. He had terminal lung cancer and she wasn't with him long, but she made his last days so comfortable and eased the minds of my sisters and I when we couldn't be with him. I wholeheartedly recommend Emerald for any care needed for your loved one. She is definitely a 10...
- Rhonda V.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Columbia, IL
What caregiver services can I find near me in Columbia, IL?
Most private senior caregiver services in Columbia, IL will offer companionship, safety supervision, and assistance with daily activities in the comfort of the person's home. Caregivers can help seniors to move safely around their home, provide social and emotional support, assist with different degrees of personal care (bathing, dressing, or feeding), and help with meal preparations or light housekeeping. They can also help your loved one with medication reminders, and some can even drive them to any errand or doctor appointments around Columbia.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Columbia, IL in 2025?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Columbia, IL on Care.com as of February, 2025 is $25.00 per hour. This cost may fluctuate depending on the type of assistance needed by your senior loved one and the caregiver's experience and certifications.
How do I find private caregivers near me in Columbia, IL?
There are currently 2 caregivers in Columbia, IL on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Columbia, IL or zip code, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options. From there, compare candidates by reading about their experience working with seniors, the type of caregiving services they provide, and their hourly rate. Be sure to run background checks and check references from other families in Columbia before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Columbia, IL background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Columbia, IL on Care.com are asked to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. Senior caregivers who complete this background check will have a badge on their profile displaying the date it was run. While CareCheck is a good start, we strongly recommend that you follow some additional steps for hiring a caregiver for seniors safely, which include interviewing candidates, checking references, and running your own background check. Visit our Safety Center to learn more.