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My father lived in our home until shortly before he passed and I feel that gives me an understanding of caring for an elderly person. I feel like that experience can help me to have the compassion needed to help care for your parent.
I am a natural caregiver. I love feeding/assisting elderly people, preparing meals, helping with anything around the home, transportation and errands. It all comes easy for me.
Jacqueline can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, light cleaning, errands
Skills:
CPR
Rebecca M.
Gardner, IL
$24-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
20 Years Experience With Caring For Elderly. Lots Of Recommendions. Full Time Position.
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
20 years has a CNA. Also a CCMA, CPT. CET. I worked as a caregiver for 20 years in many homes providing care to loved ones. Also in nursing homes and in fox center for the mentally challenged. I am familiar with feeding tube s, ports, catheters, and other thing that sometimes are needed for your loved ones. Although I have went...
Rebecca can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, hospice services, errands, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
Hello! I would love to assist you. My name is Jessica and I am an experienced caregiver: patient, thorough, detail-oriented, clean, nonsmoker/nondrinker, and excellent cook. I am also college educated with a Psychology degree from Lewis University.
Jessica can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, respite care, dementia, meal prep, transportation & more
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Kankakee, IL
What caregiver services can I find near me in Kankakee, IL?
Most private senior caregiver services in Kankakee, 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 Kankakee.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Kankakee, IL in 2025?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Kankakee, IL on Care.com as of February, 2025 is $19.14 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 Kankakee, IL?
There are currently 7 caregivers in Kankakee, IL on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Kankakee, 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 Kankakee before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Kankakee, IL background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Kankakee, 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.