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60 caregivers are listed in Harwood Heights, IL
The average posted rate is $23/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby caregivers is 9 years
Caregivers in Harwood Heights, IL
5.0
(7)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
My name is Urszula, and I grew up in Poland as the oldest of six siblings. As a young person, I had many opportunities to take care of members of my large family. Those early experiences taught me how to be a responsible and empathetic person. I am a caring individual who loves working with people and helping them live happier...
Urszula can also help with: Companionship, live-in home care, hospice services, dementia, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
5.0
"Urszula was an amazing help in caring for wife with dementia. Highly recommended."
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a compassionate caregiver/companion with great experience serving chronically ill patients, including assisting with daily living activities and some household tasks. I am extremely patient, reliable and easy to work with. I am also skilled at managing schedules and make sure to keep my clients as active as possible. On a...
Larysa can also help with: Personal care, respite care, dementia, live-in home care
5.0
"Larysa is amazing. She has been caring for my mother for quite some time now and we truly appreciate how great she is. She is very patient and understanding with with my mother who is 95 years old. She is attentive to detail and always willing to go the extra...
Angela S.
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: Home modification, errands, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
5.0
"Up to my dads passing in December 2022 Alma provided my dad great care. Alma cared for my dad for over 10 years. He considered Alma the daughter he never had. Alma assist my dad with trips to the restroom, ensured he was always clean and was patient. "
Care member
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have spent 10 years of working experience as caregiver to seniors. I am a certified nursing assistant with a car, so I can drive my client to doctor appointments, social activities, shopping and groceries also I can prepare meal of any, form suitable or according to diet she needs. I'm a very organized person, loving and...
Majuna can also help with: Live-in home care, respite care, personal care, hospice services, dementia
Skills:
CNA
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Ive been a caregiver for 20years. I m 44 years old and I'm from the Philippines and very good of the things I do. I love taking care of seniors. I do light housekeeping, laundry giving showers assist with everything depend of the condition of the persons needs. I can drive to doctors appointment and grocery shopping. I'm trust...
Meryknol can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, personal care
Skills:
CNA
I have been care-giver about 8 years and I have done live-in as well as come- and -go and I am flexible with either.
I am passionate about the work and care I provide to your loved once. I have experience with almost all of the client care needs, can do light house cleaning, laundry and cooking, running errands, have reliable...
Ouyntsetseg can also help with: Live-in home care, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Maria S.
Harwood Heights, IL
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
compassionate caregiver for 20yrs. of experience
working in assisted living facilities, nursing home, home environment Passionate about elder care, skilled at managing schedule assisting with daily living activities including medication administration meal preparation & personal care. keeping clients as active as possible....
Maria can also help with: Dementia, companionship, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, mobility assistance & more
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Caregiver was a coincidence, a happy coincidence. I love this job. Helping people make me feel needed. I know age is just a number. The body is aging but not the soul.
I am hardworking, calm and honest.
I don't smoke, I don't drink, I don't use drugs.
I love people and animals.
I cook (apparently tasty), clean up, keep...
Agnieszka can also help with: Light cleaning, live-in home care, hospice services, errands, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
5.0
"Agnes is kind, reliable and very conscientious about taking great care of my Mom. She stays with my Mom over the weekends and does everything from help with getting Mom dressed, assisting with toileting, getting/reminding about meds, preparing meals, and using a...
Marjorie O.
Jazel D.
Harwood Heights, IL
$25-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
I've been doing a caregiver for almost 7 years.
I enjoy working with seniors because it feels like they are my family.
Perform a variety of chores for patients such as doing laundry, going to the store to purchase some groceries, directing proper use of medication.
Prepare meals for the patients.
Engage clients with gentle...
Jazel can also help with: Hospice services, errands, companionship, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Being a caregiver is so amazing. I'm extremely capable and compassionate with extensive experience in elderly care-giving.
Hard-working, honest individual who is able to take initiative and exceed the expectations of employer.
Enthusiastic to get a caregiver position at a private household utilizing care-giving skills to...
Sherie can also help with: Dementia, personal care
5.0
"Sherie has worked for our family helping with the care of our 81 yr old father, a recent widow suffering from Dementia. She is very dependable, caring and patient. She has treated our Dad like her own family and has gone above and beyond to care for him since the...
Brooks W.
Honey Jane P.
Skokie, IL
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Warm, Loving And Caring - Provides Comfort And Safety To Clients Round The Clock.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Driven and compassionate Caregiver with 10+ years proven track record in elderly and disabled caregiving in their private homes, nursing homes, Assisted Living. I am Hardworking and honest, known to provide companionship to the elderly while performing light housekeeping tasks and running errands.
Honey Jane can also help with: Personal care, live-in home care, dementia, hospice services
5.0
"Jane came into our lives at a stressful and sad time, as we were preparing for the end of my elderly uncle's life. Jane showed true compassion, not only for my Uncle, but for all the family members. She was skilled in her work and put our minds at ease knowing...
David K.
4.0
(1)
I have 15 years experience. This includes experience with dementia, Alzheimer's, bedridden and wheel chair patients. In addition, I have experience with Personal Hygiene. I'm also a license Hairdresser. I speak only English and have my own car. My passion comes from being able to give back to those who have given so much to all...
Cynthia can also help with: Dementia, companionship, home modification, mobility assistance, errands, hospice services & more
4.0
"Interview went very well, but I think she felt more comfortable with more money. I sensed hesitation in her voice after a couple of conversations."
Lori C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Professional caregiver available for come and go or live in work, Over 30 years of care-giving experience. I would very much like to help you care for your loved one. You can write me to talk more about your needs.
Vickie can also help with: Transportation, live-in home care, companionship, errands, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"June 17, 2024
To whom it may concern,
I’m writing you today to let you know all about Vickie H. She is responsible, caring, smart, alert and always interested in your well being. I’ve used her as my caregiver for more than a year. She’s bathed me, helped me to...
Catherine K.
Mariam A.
Evanston, IL
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I live in Evanston with my husband. I have been working as a caregiver for 10 years and previously with children. I absolutely enjoy supporting others, looking forward to connecting.
Mariam can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, dementia, hospice services, meal prep, companionship & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"Mariam is the perfect fit for the assistance I need during my recovery. She is attentive, kind and engaging. Highly recommended."
Care member
5.0
(2)
I have an experience taking care of elderly people. I worked as a caregiver for a wonderful family. I loved my job and became very close with them. I visit with them to this day and treat them like my own family. I'm very energetic and positive person. I love to smile and give people good energy.
Ewa can also help with: Hospice services, errands, companionship, light cleaning, dementia, home modification & more
5.0
"Ewa helped my mother for the last two years of her life. She was very dedicated, loving, fun, and knowledgeable about my mother's medical and exercise needs. She cooks great, too! Ewa made my mother's life better, and my mother truly loved Ewa. "
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: Dementia, hospice services, live-in home care, personal care
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.
Verica Z.
Chicago, IL
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
Non medical caregiver with 15 years of experience.
Services provided:
-Senior companionship
-Light housekeeping
-Meal preparation
-Grocery shopping
-Personal care
-ADL
-Transportation to medical appointments
- Medication reminders
Verica can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep, errands, companionship, dementia & more
5.0
"Extremely knowledgeable and caring. Often goes above and beyond. Very personable and friendly. She continues to make the effort to help us out when we need her."
John M.
4.9
(7)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a very compassionate and experienced CNA/Caregiver with over 10 years of experience. My motto is that "Everyone should be treated with dignity and love no matter their race and age". I am a tender loving, gentle, kind and sincere person who always puts the client first, their care and well being is my priority. I am also a...
Jo-marie can also help with: Dementia, respite care, errands, light cleaning, personal care, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Home Health Aide
4.0
"Jo was a great caregiver for my mother during my mother's final months. She was kind, compassionate, highly competent, and my mom liked her, which speaks very well of Jo. My mom was a tough customer and usually didn't like caregivers, but Jo successfully got...
Emily L.
5.0
(2)
I am a certified nursing assistant and I have worked part-time and full time as a Nursing assistant and caregiver with private clients. Over the past three years I have gained a lot of experience on personal care and daily activities for senior care. I enjoy having a good relationship with my patients and making sure they are...
Jessika can also help with: Meal prep, errands, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 10 yrs. experience working with older adults in the medical field and in a care giving capacity; I'm currently earning my masters degree in nursing, part time. I pride myself on quality interaction and enjoy bringing a smile to people's faces. I was a public school music teacher for 15 years and also owned my own cleaning...
Allegra can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, companionship, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Allegra has been a God send.. She gets things done efficiently and is a joy to be around. She's helpful and caring and I highly recommend her as a caregiver."
Denise K.
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Recent caregiver reviews in Harwood Heights, IL
Urszula P.
5.0
I feel it necessary to share my families ongoing positive experiences with Urszula.
- Care member
Larysa N.
5.0
Larysa is amazing. She has been caring for my mother for quite some time now and we truly appreciate how great she is. She is very patient and understanding with with my mother who is 95 years old. She is attentive to detail and always willing to go the extra mile. She is a very caring person...
- Angela S.
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.
Agnieszka C.
5.0
Agnes is kind, reliable and very conscientious about taking great care of my Mom. She stays with my Mom over the weekends and does everything from help with getting Mom dressed, assisting with toileting, getting/reminding about meds, preparing meals, and using a Hoyer lift to move Mom.
- Marjorie O.
Sherie A.
5.0
Sherie has worked for our family helping with the care of our 81 yr old father, a recent widow suffering from Dementia. She is very dependable, caring and patient. She has treated our Dad like her own family and has gone above and beyond to care for him since the loss of our Mom. I would highly...
- Brooks W.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Harwood Heights, IL
What caregiver services can I find near me in Harwood Heights, IL?
Most private senior caregiver services in Harwood Heights, 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 Harwood Heights.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Harwood Heights, IL in 2025?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Harwood Heights, IL on Care.com as of April, 2025 is $23.11 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 Harwood Heights, IL?
There are currently 9 caregivers in Harwood Heights, IL on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Harwood Heights, 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 Harwood Heights before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Harwood Heights, IL background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Harwood Heights, 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 Harwood Heights, IL caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Caregivers in Harwood Heights, IL are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 16 reviews of the 60 listed caregivers.