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60 caregivers are listed in Harwood Heights, IL
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby caregivers is 9 years
Caregivers in Harwood Heights, IL
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I was a main caregiver for my late Mother for more than 10 years. I was a caregiver for a lovely Lady with Alzheimer's disease for last 6 years. She recently moved to a nursing home. I was responsible for all her needs like administering medicine, filling up medicine boxes, doing grocery shopping, preparing meals, helping with...
Grazyna can also help with: Personal care, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, transportation
5.0
"Grace is the best caregiver anyone can ask for. She took care of our mom, who has Alzheimer's, for over 7 years. She is dependable, kind, considerate, understanding, helpful, caring, attentive, compassionate and very devoted to her work. We were extremely lucky...
Ed D.
5.0
(14)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have experience with Alzheimer, dementia, hospice, stroke patients, transfers, bathing, lifting.. Etc
Alexander can also help with: Errands, live-in home care, companionship, light cleaning, dementia, home modification & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Alex was a great caregiver for our mother. His time with us was brief but we really enjoyed having him while we did. He ended up getting a job that had more desirable hours as he was strictly Saturday and Sunday with us and we couldn't blame him. However, when he...
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
"It is with heartfelt gratitude that I provide this work experience and character reference for Urszula L.
Urszula was the sole caregiver for my mother for the past two and a half years. Sadly, my mother passed away in May 2020 at the age of 95 years. Urszula...
Loretta S.
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: Dementia, errands, light cleaning, companionship, home modification, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"She is punctual and professional "
Care member
Margarita E.
Morton Grove, IL
< $10/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hi my name is Margarita (Maga) I'm a caregiver and companionship woman with extensive experience and compassion for elders I have worked in home health care field for over 25 years. I have worked 16 years as a patient care technician and a unit secretary in the intensive care unit, I'm also a Register nurse in my country, I'm a...
5.0
"Margarita is an exceptional, caring, kind, knowledgeable and responsible care taker! I have used her to care for my children and elderly aunt. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a dedicated, accomplished, bilingual Certified Nursing Assistant with over 23 years of senior care experience. I have provided direct care in both clinical and private home settings. I am well versed and experienced in Dementia care, Parkinson's disease care, Alzheimer's , MS, ALS, medication management, HIPAA regulations,...
Tania can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, errands, mobility assistance, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Wound Care
CNA
5.0
"Tania is an amazing CNA with a lot of older adult care experience. Her experience includes nursing home care as well as home care. I have included that it is OK to contact me directly for a detailed reference."
Genoveva H.
Kathy M.
Chicago, IL
$20-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
CNA With 8 Years In Hospice & 13 Years As A Private Caregiver
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am a CNA who has 18 years experience, 8 of those years I worked in hospice. I am CPR and Dementia certified as well. I'm available for overnight shifts, five days a week including weekends.
I love what I do because there is such a great need. So many seniors do not get the proper care they deserve. If I can make a difference,...
Kathy can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, companionship, respite care, personal care
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Kathy helped my mother care for my father during his final weeks of life. Her prior experience working in hospice was extremely valuable as he was home under hospice care during this time. She traveled a good distance to assist them, and was more than willing to...
Jackie S.
5.0
(1)
I enjoy helping to improve the quality of life of seniors. I like to cook and pride myself in providing healthy and balanced meals. I enjoy talking about seniors' backgrounds and families. If you need to organize or tidy your home, I am very good at finding storage solutions. I can handle correspondance and bills and take notes...
Valerie can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, transportation, respite care, errands
5.0
"I hired Val to perform errands & odd jobs & also to assist with my care. She did grocery shopping & returned clothing to department stores, wrapped presents for me during the holidays, and helped me organize papers & household items. She prepared meals for me &...
Linda B.
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: Live-in home care, personal care, dementia
5.0
"April took care of my dad and she was always there for us. She is very dependable and always made sure our dad was in good hands. She worked hard even on Holidays! She was like family to us. Thankful for her service! Highly recommended!"
Jennilyn Z.
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: Live-in home care, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, errands, hospice services & more
5.0
"I could tell that I would like Irwin as soon as I met him. He meshed well with my elderly father. Very dependable. My Dad had a health issue and he made sure he drove him to the doctor's office after his scheduled time."
Bill D.
5.0
(1)
I have a passion for elderly care. I have experience assisting clients with mobility issues, dementia, hygiene, meal prep, feeding, board games, long conversations, and keen listening, transportation and errands. I am a CNA and EMT. I'm okay with pets except for cats due to allergies.
Dorothy can also help with: Hospice services, live-in home care, light cleaning, dementia, errands, companionship & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
Home Health Aide
Claudia G.
Oak Park, IL
$20-35/hr
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
As a Senior Caregiver, I offer a compassionate and empathetic personality, combined with over five years of experience working in senior care. I am a highly skilled caregiver, with expertise in assisting clients with activities of daily living, medication administration, and monitoring vital signs. Additionally, I have a strong...
Claudia can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, transportation, meal prep, live-in home care
5.0
"Cannot recommend Claudia enough! She swooped in super last minute when our usual caregiver called out for the night - Claudia was on her way over within an hour! She is super sweet, very smart and needed no direction at all for the job. She was wonderful with my...
Ciara G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Ivana. Originally I'm from Poland. I have lived in the US for 30 yrs. I have an Associate Degree in Applied Science. I have several years of experience taking care of elderly patients. I have a background in the medical field. For several years I was working as a Radiology/Mammography Technologist. I moved here...
Iwona can also help with: Personal care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"She was absolutely wonderful! She took such great care of my mom and she always went above and beyond. I highly recommend her. "
Care member
5.0
(10)
Hello everyone. I'm polish caregivers with 14 years of experience and a big heart. I been talking care of a patient with Ileostomy bag, Parkinson's, Alzheimer, ALS, dementia's, cancer, mobility issues, MS, etc.
I m certified CNA, Nutritionist, Patient care technician, EKG and phlebotomist technician. My places of work ranges...
Klaudia can also help with: Dementia, companionship, hospice services, live-in home care, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"I interviewed Klaudia for a position with taking care of my father. She was a great interview. I hope she can take the position I offered her."
Kristen S.
Lucy M.
Evanston, IL
$20-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hi,I M Kind,loving,energetic And Trust Worth,I M Looking For A Job As A Care Giver Full Time
5.0
(5)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
naturally I am loving, caring and compassionate and all these coupled with my years of experience in serving and caring for various patients and needs including but not limited to cancer, dimentica and Alzheimer s. Am extremely capable of caring with extensive experience in elderly care giving. Hard working, honest excellent...
Lucy can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, errands, companionship, home modification, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Lucy was absolutely fabulous in helping take care of my grandpa when he got a concussion and his dementia symptoms increased. She is so sweet and caring. I would absolutely hire her again."
Wendy T.
5.0
(3)
I am a compassionate and Trustworthy person. For 26 years, I have provided professional caregiving, meal preparation, personal care, light housekeeping and transportation services to my wonderful clients , some of whose families have become lifelong friends. My former clients or their surviving families can provide detailed...
Russel can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, personal care, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"She is very good at everything she does personal care, lighthouse keeping, companionship, very good cook. Sweet natured helpful kind young woman. Honest, trust worthy
very dependable. "
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
When our loved one's life is transitioning to their "care years"--a time in our life when we need combination of support services so we can live as independently as possible--we appreciate them for bringing us into this world and walking with us every step of the way, even when it is hard. And, it is now our time to return the...
Gerard can also help with: Companionship, errands, light cleaning, home modification, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"Even though I found somebody else, he was willing to be the back-up should things go awry. He was engaging during our phone call. Most likely to hire in the future."
Annie S.
Anna J.
Elk Grove Village, IL
$23-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Anna and I am a responsible, honest and patient senior caretaker. I am a dedicated caregiver with 6 years of experience providing high-quality care to seniors. I have a strong caregiving background and skills that have made me very comfortable working around with anyone who needs any sort of assistance. For example, I...
Anna can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, errands, personal care, dementia & more
5.0
"Anna took care of my grandmother for 2 years. Anna took great care of her and always attended to her needs. Grandma liked to have Anna around. She is very kind, very patient and hard working person. She was reliable, honest and dedicated to her job. Anna was a...
Diana G.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi, Dear!
I finished Nursing School of Medical Science University, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. I was worked Hospital #3, like as Registered Nurse.
My Nursing Diploma doesn't allowed to work RN in USA, so I have been working as like CNA, caregiver for 18 years in Chicago area.
I'm professional, compassionate and trustworthy.
I have...
Odonchimeg can also help with: Companionship, errands, home modification, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
Licensed Nurse
5.0
"While the timing didn't work our to hire Odonchimeg, I was so impressed with her warmth, kindness and professionalism."
Katrina P.
Melissa S.
Elmwood Park, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I have been a caregiver for 10+years.
I am CPR certified and I have a passion for care, I have met many people and family's on this website that it's been a pleasure to be apart of their life and work with them.
I am a very caring and outgoing person,
I am gentle, honest and strong
I am flexible, and I'm always willing to...
Melissa can also help with: Home modification, companionship, hospice services, light cleaning, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Melissa is a really nice young lady. She is flexible with her schedule and working. She works hard and is very kind. She has long term clients she has worked for - so she's loyal. She takes direction well and follows your specific needs (I've had some caregivers...
Kathy D.
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Recent caregiver reviews in Harwood Heights, IL
Grazyna A.
5.0
Grace is the best caregiver anyone can ask for. She took care of our mom, who has Alzheimer's, for over 7 years. She is dependable, kind, considerate, understanding, helpful, caring, attentive, compassionate and very devoted to her work. We were extremely lucky to have her and our mom loved her!...
- Ed D.
Alexander T.
5.0
Alex was a great caregiver for our mother. His time with us was brief but we really enjoyed having him while we did. He ended up getting a job that had more desirable hours as he was strictly Saturday and Sunday with us and we couldn't blame him. However, when he left, he was so sweet and even found...
- 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.
Franka A.
5.0
She is punctual and professional
- Care member
Margarita E.
5.0
Margarita is an exceptional, caring, kind, knowledgeable and responsible care taker! I have used her to care for my children and elderly aunt.
- Care member
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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 February, 2025 is $22.00 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 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 Rating5.0 / 5
Caregivers in Harwood Heights, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 60 listed caregivers.