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60 caregivers are listed in Des Plaines, IL
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby caregivers is 7 years
Caregivers in Des Plaines, IL
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I starting working as a caregiver over 10 years ago, when my mother got ill. At that time I was a deer in headlights. Since then, I decided to pay it forward, and ease the pain other families were going through. I've become close with the families that trusted me to care for their parents. Being able to grant people their wishes...
Irwin can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, live-in home care, dementia, companionship, hospice services & more
5.0
"Irwin did a great job taking care of my dad. He was very attentive to his needs and a great companion for my dad."
Anthony L.
Airie S.
Des Plaines, IL
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Trustworthy CNA /Caregiver With 15 Years Of Experience Available For Companionship, Or Housekeeping.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I've been a caregiver for 15 yrs & I truthfully love my work. It's very rewarding, in my opinion, for I learned lots of good wisdom from clients & very sincere advice. I enjoy being with them, especially when I see & feel that they are comfortable & safe around me. I always feel good inside knowing that I give my 100% loving...
Airie can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, dementia, live-in home care, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Airie was punctual, caring, and all around very helpful. I’d absolutely hire her again. "
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Reliable, responsible, compassionate.
I have skills and knowledge, I am compassionate.
To do the best job I can in a given sitution.
I have started 20 years ago.
I have a lot of interests and hobbies. I am never get bored.
In any contact with people I respect others and myself.
My skills include : dependable,...
Natalija can also help with: Mobility assistance, meal prep, errands, companionship, light cleaning, dementia & more
5.0
"Natalija is a responsible and caring caregiver. She shows up promptly and fulfills all requests promptly. She is a reliable individual who provides good care."
Care member
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Urszula . I have over 12 years of experience taking care of Senior's including Alzheimer's and Dementia patients. My Seniors care services include: personal care , medication management , meal preparation , groceries shopping and light housekeeping. I have a lot of patience with the elderly and treat them with kindness...
Urszula can also help with: Visiting physician, dementia, personal care
5.0
"Urszula is a wonderful, kind, thoughtful, dependable,
honest, and caring caregiver. She is pleasant, energetic,
and very friendly. "
Joletta L.
5.0
(6)
Hello,
My name is Daven. I've been in a health care industry for at least 11 years with home health care experience taking care of seniors.
I've worked with clients with different conditions such as Parkinson's Disease, Dementia, Stroke, post surgeries and many more.
I'm very outgoing, friendly and energetic who love...
Daven can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, hospice services, live-in home care, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Daven ,worked for me and with me and had a reputable performance.
He understands on what is expected in order to make the client(patient/resident) live his (pt) best attainable functional and comfortable ability for a quality of life.He has knowledge towards...
Irma G.
4.3
(6)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I have been in the care giving job for the past 8 years and have learned to love this job simply because I feel like I am doing it for my own parents. My connection with my clients extends down to the families because they say that by so doing, they themselves were given their lives back because they are assured that their...
April can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, personal care
5.0
"We hired April to care for my mom for 5 weeks. April was everything we asked for, hoped for and wished for. April went above and beyond any caregiver we had. April was very kind, loving, and patient with my mom. My mom had the best care from April. We never...
Janet M.
5.0
(8)
Am a CNA I love taking care of old people like accompanying them , bathing, feeding, give their medical in time , speak to them slowly and in a good tune and always making them happy. I make sure I satisfy him/her with all help the need because the need my help from us caregiver.
Franka can also help with: Errands, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, home modification & more
5.0
"She's punctual, respect work ethics and She's professional too"
Care member
Momka S.
Des Plaines, IL
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Momka Is Available For Companionship, Housekeeping and Meal Preparation
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
As a caregiver I have extended experience with Alzheimer's and Dementia patients, patients with Diabetes, Heart problems, Arthritis and many more health conditions. I have a car and I am a skilled and safe driver with a clean driving record. I can provide help with ADL- personal hygiene, cooking, cleaning, shopping and more. I...
Momka can also help with: Hospice services, live-in home care, personal care, dementia
5.0
"Momka has helped my elderly mother who has Alzheimer's and we are very grateful for her care. Momka is knowledgeable, attentive, and RELIABLE."
Julia B.
Annie V.
Des Plaines, IL
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Certified Nursing Assistant. Home Care Aide. Available For Full-time Job. Come And Go
4.3
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a certified CNA who's been working in this field for more than 20 years. I enjoy being a caregiver because I love to take care of people, especially the elderly. I'm compassionate, empathetic, and determined. I have experience working with patients with Dementia, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, Stroke, Paralyzed, Diabetes, COPD,...
Annie can also help with: Live-in home care, respite care, dementia, home modification, personal care, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
3.0
"Her work ethics are great. She's kind and motivated but just not reliable. "
Patty F.
Jill R.
Des Plaines, IL
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Thank you in advance for the opportunity to assist you in this most important time in your loved ones life. My name is Jill and I'm 60 years old. I spent a majority of my life being a nanny, a mom and a grandma. I've taken care of elderly and babies. My most recent job was caring for an 88-year-old gentleman with minor dementia...
Jill can also help with: Dementia, companionship, mobility assistance, personal care
5.0
"Jill cared for my father like he was her own. She took the time to get to know him, his likes and dislikes and catered to his every need. Jill engaged him when it wasn't easy to do so a greatly increased the quality of his life. She was flexible and able to...
Alicia B.
I worked as CNA/caregiver for 20 years with physical and mental disabilities as well as for companionship. I gain all my knowledge and experienced that aspired me more in helping the lives of needy one, not only as a profession but giving them happiness too. I have worked in the different facilities like Assisted living,...
Cristina can also help with: Dementia, companionship, live-in home care, light cleaning, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
CNA
Allan D.
Des Plaines, IL
$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
Experienced And Compassionate Caregiver Seeking To Provide High Level Of Care To Your Loved Ones.
Compassionate caregiver with 7 years of working in private, skilled nursing post-acute and assisted living facilities. Passionate about elder care. Able to provide physical and emotional support to clients.
Allan can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, dementia, errands, light cleaning, meal prep & more
I have over 15 years of experience, working in nursing homes and in private care. I have experience with dementia and alzheimer patients. I can help with transportation services, light housekeeping.
Marie can also help with: Dementia, personal care, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CNA
Hi, my name isEllen and I have 12 years of experience providing high-quality, personalized care to individuals of all ages. I am dedicated to supporting my clients with compassion, respect, and professionalism while helping them maintain their independence and dignity.
I specialize in assisting with daily activities such as...
Ellen can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, errands, hospice services, companionship, live-in home care & more
I'd describe my personality as positive, energetic and responsible
I'm looking for a job to provide companionship
I started caring for seniors in 2003
In my spare time, I like to walk and swim.
One thing you should know about me is that I have a very good experience with taking care of seniors.
Lyudmila can also help with: Personal care, errands, live-in home care, home modification, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Hi there! Seniors are vulnerable and emotional. I am passionate about what I do because I care for people, so I try my best. I like working with seniors; they are interesting because they have a lot of stories about their lives. It is my great pleasure to work with older people. I worked in a nursing home before and I liked the...
Aleksandra can also help with: Live-in home care, respite care, hospice services, personal care, dementia, home modification & more
Skills:
CNA
I have over 3 years of experience helping with seniors, however, I have over 18 years of experience working with kids ages 0-18 years old. This has made me extremely patient, fun loving and creative (in more ways than 1!). I'd love to help make your loved ones day to day activities much easier and enjoyable!
I love cooking,...
Sarah can also help with: Errands, mobility assistance, light cleaning, companionship, meal prep, personal care & more
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Manita. I have been a caregiver giver for the past 10 years. I worked for Sunrise Senior Living for more than 10 years. I have a lot of experience working for seniors. I do personal care. cooking, cleaning, and more. l enjoy working as a caregiver.
Manita can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Aichurok G.
Des Plaines, IL
$25-45/hr • 3 yrs exp
caring caregiver with reliable transportation. can help with driving to/from appointments, shopping, light housekeeping.
Aichurok can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, transportation
Anarzhan B.
Des Plaines, IL
$20-35/hr • 6 yrs exp
I an active person with 6 years of caregiving experience. I am a fast learner, caring, interactive person who loves helping people. I do my work in an organised, neat, clean manner, very responsible on the given tasks.
Anarzhan can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, transportation
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Recent caregiver reviews in Des Plaines, IL
Irwin P.
5.0
Irwin was more than a caregiver to our grandfather. He became a friend. He treated our grandfather with great compassion and respect. Irwin is kind and empathetic and trustworthy. We are blessed to have crossed paths and will never forget his love and service to our family.
- Patricia G.
Airie S.
5.0
Airie was punctual, caring, and all around very helpful. I’d absolutely hire her again.
- Care member
Natalija G.
5.0
Natalija is a responsible and caring caregiver. She shows up promptly and fulfills all requests promptly. She is a reliable individual who provides good care.
- Care member
Urszula L.
5.0
We have been so blessed to have had Ursula care for our dear mom for these past several years. She was more than a caregiver, she was a friend and an extension of our family. She is dependable, punctual, and trustworthy. She took such good care of our mom, and that wasn't always easy. She is patient...
- Terri K.
Daven I.
5.0
Daven cared for my father for one year fulltime. Daven was never late, never called off and became a part of our family. He cared for my father like he was his own. He traveled with our family and was always willing to go the extra mile. Daven is very personable and organized. He was a truly...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Des Plaines, IL
What caregiver services can I find near me in Des Plaines, IL?
Most private senior caregiver services in Des Plaines, 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 Des Plaines.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Des Plaines, IL in 2025?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Des Plaines, IL on Care.com as of April, 2025 is $22.19 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 Des Plaines, IL?
There are currently 37 caregivers in Des Plaines, IL on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Des Plaines, 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 Des Plaines before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Des Plaines, IL background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Des Plaines, 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.
Ratings for Des Plaines, IL caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Caregivers in Des Plaines, IL are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 49 reviews of the 60 listed caregivers.