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5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 23 years of experience as a caregiver and CNA . Also, I have a medical education from Europe. I worked in the medical field there for over 10 years. Also, I have a great sense of humor. I can assist with daily tasks as well as challenges with mobility, dressing, bathing, feeding... etc. I can provide the quality physical...
Laima can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Laima is professional, caring and diligent. We are so grateful for her help with our mom. She is a good companion, cooks as requested, cleans as needed including laundry and does anything else that she sees needs to be done."
Robert R.
5.0
(1)
I have an extensive (more than 10 years of experience) working as a caregiver in Chicagoland area.
I have worked with elderly population with various health conditions such as CHF, COPD, Parkinson's disease, MS, Parkinson's disease, Stroke survivors and many others.
I also hold a masters degree of Physical Therapy from...
Brigita can also help with: Companionship, personal care, live-in home care, mobility assistance, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
5.0
(4)
My name is Cori. I am certified CNA. I also have a certification in phlebotomy and EKG. I have provided home health care for many seniors who are in need of companion and medical assistance. I am willing to help with all household responsibilities, cooking, medications, personal hygiene needs, grocery shopping, errands and Dr....
Cori can also help with: Live-in home care, personal care, dementia
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"She is very dependable and always puts her families first."
Janeise S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Barbara, and I am a certified caregiver with many years of experience in helping people.
My hours are very flexible.
I have a great knowledge of diabetes, Parkinson's, Alzheimer's and Dementia disease, cancer, seizures, feeding tubes, oxygen, and using hoyer.
I prepare fresh meals daily, assist with...
Barbara can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, mobility assistance, errands, dementia & more
5.0
"To whom it may concern,
Barbara cared for our mother at a Nursing Home for almost 8 months. Throughout that time, it was a pleasure knowing that our mom was in good hands. Barbara was very compassionate, helpful, understanding, patient and pro-active in helping...
Gandi M.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Kelly. I'm a caregiver with 13 years experience (6 yrs paid). Since 2010, I have been hands on with care giving for my own parents and family, including stroke, MS, Parkinson's, epilepsy, diabetes, chf, trauma, surgery recovery, wound care, Alzheimer's and hospice care. I loved what I did so much that I made this...
Kelly can also help with: Respite care, hospice services, dementia, personal care
5.0
"She really cares about your family member just like her own. She is a great cook. And very helpful."
Erica B.
Darice W.
Wheaton, IL
$35-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Certified Nursing Assistant Seeking Part-time Work As A Caregiver For Seniors
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Darice, and I am a certified nurse assistant with 17 years of experience in the healthcare field. Throughout my career, I have worked in nursing homes, hospitals, and provided home care services. I have had the privilege of caring for numerous families, treating each individual with compassion and unconditional love...
Darice can also help with: Home modification, personal care, dementia
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"On the days Darice wasn't scheduled to be at my parent's house, my dad would ask, "Where is my angel?" We always knew he was talking about Darice. Throughout his final months, Darice truly was an angel to my dad, my mom and me.
First, Darice is a total...
Katrina P.
Paulina F.
Carol Stream, IL
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Care Giving Job For Seniors ,since I Came From The Philippines
3.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Care for dementia / alzheimer / Parkinson / Muscular dystrophy / ALS , MS /Personal care ( bathing / dressing/ grooming / personal hygiene)
Bringing clients doctor's appointments or other appointments outside home / / light housekeeping / grocery shopping/ meal preparation (cooking ) ( feeding) / laundry / dependable / caring/...
Paulina can also help with: Dementia, companionship, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I started as a caregiver way back 2013 I also got myself enrolled to school taking a nursing assistant and now I have a certification. 10yrs of being on this field gives me satisfactions knowing that I helped people who in needs. If you think I am the one you looking for I would love to be interview by phone or in person first...
Vanezsa can also help with: Errands, hospice services, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Vanesza was a great help caring for my father in law while my wife was away. She was dependable, caring, had high attention for hygiene and had great conversations with him to keep him engaged! I highly recommend her!"
Jennifer C.
Iryna R.
Naperville, IL
$15-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello There!
I Have Reliable Transportation.
I Love Pets.
I Have 5 Years Of Experience As A Personal Caregiver, 5 As A Housekeeper, 5 As A Cook.
I Have Associate Degree in Food Arts.
Languages: English, Ukrainian, Russian, Polish.
And! Good at Time Management and Punctual.
Let's Meet!
Iryna can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, hospice services, meal prep, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
5.0
"Iryna comes for my mom two days a week and a wonderful! She keeps my mom engaged and active. It is piece of mind that my mom is taken care of when she is here. Can’t go wrong with hiring it to Iryna; she is awesome!!"
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hi my name is Branndi & I am an experience Caregiver, Companion... I have over 10 plus years experience provided the best care for senior citizens while in the comfort of their own home or while in Assistant living... I prepare meals, due laundry, light housekeeping, medication reminders, run errands, & just being a good...
Branndi can also help with: Transportation, light cleaning, meal prep, errands
5.0
"Branndi is a very great listener that is able to come up with solutions to problems. She is very cheerful and brightens any room she enters. She is very organized and timely."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I had the privilege of taking care of my mother who was diagnosed with AML. I did everything from taking her to the store, doctors visits and running her to receive her blood and platelets which she received often. I even gave her chemo injections, while still cooking and keeping their house in order. I have always had a special...
Vicki can also help with: Dementia, mobility assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, personal care & more
5.0
"Sweet, gentle, kind. My mother loved her as did all the family."
Christine B.
Mary S.
Naperville, IL
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Home Care and Personal Care. I am a very experienced compassionate, patient and caring caregiver. I am professional and understand why it's very important to treat older people with care, dignity as they go through changes in life. My preferred setting is caring for one person at a...
Mary can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, meal prep, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Mary is an exceptional caregiver. She finds time to help even when she has a busy schedule. She is thoughtful and gentle. She is a very kind and caring person. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Assisted Living / Dementia Care Unit Manager now entrepreneur. I recently started my own Dementia Care Education business and I work caregiver jobs to supplement income.
Early to mid-dementia care is my specialty, (but not a requirement). Able to drive clients to hair appt., grandchild's concert/game, be a "friend" to a...
Ellen can also help with: Respite care, live-in home care, dementia, visiting nurse, hospice services, personal care & more
5.0
"Ellen has cared for my disabled parents in my home for respite care. Ellen is very thoughtful, cheerful, creative and fun, making her care giving time something my parents look forward to. She is also very dependable, tidy, thorough and flexible. We appreciate her...
Anne P.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
My family and I have recently moved back into the area after being out of state for the past 18 years. We are excited to be back and with the move, I started a new chapter in senior care.
With my transition, I have now been working at a home care agency for over three years and leading their training department for...
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Jennifer chaperoned me to my surgery and was punctual, professional and everything went smoothly. Judging from my interactions, I would trust Jennifer for all care related needs."
Nicholas F.
Amelia M.
Westmont, IL
$30-44/hr • 10 yrs exp
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant With References Looking For A New Family
5.0
(11)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello families! My name is Amelia and I am a married mom of two girls who currently attend college here in the Chicagoland area. We've lived here for over 20 years after moving from Italy back in 1999, where I learned how to speak the language and cook authentic Italian cuisine. Shortly after we moved to Illinois, I started...
Amelia can also help with: Personal care, dementia, respite care
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Amy is an absolute gem. She cared for my mom several afternoons a week for months, taking her to doctor's appointments and running errands with her, as well as helping her organize and tidy up her apartment. She was truly a God sent to our family. I would hire...
Erin M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Bernadeta, I'm a working as a PCT in Elmhurs Hospital on weekends only. I finished Nursing School in Poland with RN degree. I have been working in US, as a PCT for 15 years. I have valid CPR card. I 'm non smoking person , available in the morning from 9am-2 p.m. M-Fr. I can help with morning bath, shower , prepare...
Bernadeta can also help with: Companionship, mobility assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, personal care, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Dalia S.
Addison, IL
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Dalia. I am currently looking for a position in caregiving since I have had previous experience in the medical field overseas. In Lithuania, I used to work in the field of paramedics and after 5 year I switched to working in a nursing home as a RN. I am also a mother of two girls that are 15 and 20.
5.0
"I hired Dalia about a year ago to look over by 82 year old mother while I ran some quick errands over the weekends, she was very organized and kind and my mother always enjoyed when Dalia came over for support. I know that Dalia is always there to assist because...
Kim S.
Darpel C.
Westchester, IL
$30/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am Darpel 36 yrs of age, stands 5'11 and weighing 175 lbs. physically built ready for and or in case of patient lifting. I am a nursing graduate and has been doing caregiving for the past 7 years. has different kinds of experience from both male to female patients with different cases. got contact info of families from my...
Darpel can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, hospice services, dementia, live-in home care, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"He was a wonderful addition to our family. He loved and cared for my father in his final months and I could not gave done it without him. But more importantly my father adored him and trusted him completely. I highly recommend him and would be happy to answer any...
Ann W.
5.0
(2)
I have provided home care for 9 years for a woman who passed in 2018. I am now working for my 95-year-old client. I do her laundry, make her dinner, run her errand, do light house cleaning, take her to appointments and I'm a companion to her. I love my time with her. I am looking for 1 or 2 additional days maybe 3-4 hours a day....
Matina can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, transportation
5.0
"She is very helpful, friendly & quite capable"
Care member
5.0
(4)
I have more than 20 years of experience as a caregiver and more than 6 years as a hemodialysis technician.
I have a long experience with people suffering from dementia, Alzheimer's.
I enjoy preparing delicious food for lunch or dinner.
Like to surprise people with a variety of delicious breakfasts, lunches, or...
Maria can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, dementia, personal care, errands, respite care & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Maria has been a pleasure to work with. She is great with my mom."
Stefanie B.
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Recent caregiver reviews in Downers Grove, IL
Laima H.
5.0
Laima is professional, caring and diligent. We are so grateful for her help with our mom. She is a good companion, cooks as requested, cleans as needed including laundry and does anything else that she sees needs to be done.
- Robert R.
Cori F.
5.0
She is very dependable and always puts her families first.
- Janeise S.
Barbara Z.
5.0
Barbara worked with my mom who has dementia. They built an instant bond & my mom was completely at ease with her. She was patient, kind, and great at finding activities for them to engage in. I would highly recommend her- she was truly amazing!
- Jennifer K.
Kelly B.
5.0
She really cares about your family member just like her own. She is a great cook. And very helpful.
- Erica B.
Darice W.
5.0
On the days Darice wasn't scheduled to be at my parent's house, my dad would ask, "Where is my angel?" We always knew he was talking about Darice. Throughout his final months, Darice truly was an angel to my dad, my mom and me.
First, Darice is a total professional. She's a certified CNA, and...
- Katrina P.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Downers Grove, IL
What caregiver services can I find near me in Downers Grove, IL?
Most private senior caregiver services in Downers Grove, 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 Downers Grove.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Downers Grove, IL in 2025?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Downers Grove, IL on Care.com as of March, 2025 is $19.75 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 Downers Grove, IL?
There are currently 13 caregivers in Downers Grove, IL on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Downers Grove, 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 Downers Grove before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Downers Grove, IL background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Downers Grove, 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.