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60 caregivers are listed in Lake Forest, IL
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby caregivers is 6 years
Caregivers in Lake Forest, IL
4.9
(14)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Jolanta. I am CNA and CPR trained. Former nursing student, caring, responsible and compassionate about my work and clients. I have over 15 years of experience with patients with dementia, cancer, managing and administering medication, assisting with bathing, mobility issues, feeding and etc. Would love to offer as...
Jolanta can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands, dementia, mobility assistance, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Definitely recommended !! Jolanta was hired as a CNA to help out with my mothers daily needs when We couldn't be there ourselves. It was a relief to know that she was in good hands, assured she would get her medications and would be safely active while Jolanta...
Cheryl C.
Yamilet A.
Waukegan, IL
$30/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
As dedicated caregiver to elderly residents of assisted living and memory care communities, I also excel at planning creative activities customized to resident needs.
Yamilet can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, companionship, dementia, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"She is the most caring and honest person for the job.She isn't scared to keep you informed and doesn't try to hide anything . She asked questions when need and always wants to make the situation better.my grandfather and grandmother adored her. She bring a unique...
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a very caring, patient, dependable & compassionate caregiver. Enjoy helping others which is why I find this career especially rewarding. Dedicated to enhance the life of my care mentally and physically & hope to make their life more meaningful, spending quality time trying to share their interests & finding out their...
Patricia can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, dementia, companionship, hospice services, live-in home care & more
5.0
"Pat took care of a family friend and did a great job. She loves her clients and always gives tender loving care. She is very dependable and flexible. I loved spending time with her and trusted that she would provide top notch care even when no one was watching."
Karen K.
I am at 27-year-old female that has worked with several different people over the last 7 years. I am reliable and responsible, and always on time.
One of my first caregiving jobs was working for a lady who had MS so severe that she could not move, and I had to be her arms for her. I cooked and cleaned and organized around the...
Amanda can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, companionship
I can drive, preparing meals to the client, giving medication, bathing the client, giving exercise and doing light chores in the house. I have experience for almost 22 years in a caregiver. And you can call my previous client for my reference. I'm honest and hardworking, I can give tender love and care to my client.
Mary L can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, errands, live-in home care, hospice services, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
Hi! I'm Patricia. I have 5 years experience in home health. I'm looking for a part time caregiving job on weekdays. Message me so we can discuss your needs and how I can help. :)
Patricia can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, companionship, errands, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Aneta Z.
Buffalo Grove, IL
$23/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as compassionate , patient and honest
I like caring for seniors because I believe every individual deserves to live with dignity and respect, regardless of their age and health condition. My approach to caregiving is holistic, focusing not just on physical needs, but also emotional, social...
Aneta can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, home modification, transportation
I have been in the Air Force for 25 years as a Medic/EMT and have worked in family health, intensive care unit, emergency room, and women's health. Senior caregiver
Melissa can also help with: Errands, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
My name is Ganka. I have been working as a caregiver for 13 years and in the - 11 more years. I have experience helping elderly people with different needs, health conditions and preferences during these years. I provide companionship and light housekeeping duties while caring for seniors in their home.
I am looking for Greek...
Ganka can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, live-in home care
I have been a caregiver for more than 18 years. Most of these years I spent working with seniors. Some seniors suffered from Alzheimer's , stroke, and dementia, while others were cancer patients and even ALS. I am a quick learner and love working with older individuals. I find the company of seniors to be pleasant and they seem...
Laima can also help with: Visiting physician, dementia, personal care
I'd describe my personality as honest, responsible, caring
I like caring for seniors because I have empathy towards older generation
I'm looking for a job that Well paid, friendly and supportive family members.
In my spare time, I like to read, hiking, meditation, learn new skills.
Have few years of experience with...
Ranida can also help with: Hospice services, transportation, meal prep, companionship, dementia
Claire B.
Mundelein, IL
$25/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have eight months of paid experience caring for a senior in a previous caregiving/nanny/household management hybrid position. Additionally I have about a year of combined experience volunteering with seniors. I find it very rewarding to spend time with older generations! Whether it's helping them put together nutritious meals,...
Claire can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands, transportation
Hi, my name is David. I have a deep commitment to compassionate caregiving. I have 20 years of experience in the Healthcare industry, specializing in advanced care for those facing mental disabilities, palliative needs, and hospice care.
My caregiving approach is highly personalized, understanding that each patient has unique...
David can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, errands & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"David was a great help to my 99 year old dad and 96 year old mom. He was kind and caring. He helped them with kindness"
Care member
I worked in the nursing home for a year. I am a very compassionate, helpful and empathetic person. I have had experience in caring of seniors in different settings - home, hospitals, assisted living, and nursing home. Also experienced with retirement living for their health care needs like Dementia, Parkinson's, heart and its...
Thet can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, live-in home care, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Conchita S.
North Chicago, IL
$17-23/hr • 6 yrs exp
For the better part of 10 years, I have dedicated myself to caregiving. I have dabbled in a little of everything, in terms of care facilities. Safe to say, I have cared for a number of residents with differing conditions and levels of care: total assist, Alzheimer-Dementia, broken-this-broken-that, etc. Even with all of that, I...
Conchita can also help with: Personal care, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Hello there! I would love to help take care of your loved one! I recently left the corporate world to pursue my passion. Helping people and serving the geriatric community! I do have experience about 10 years ago as an emergency room technician at Good Shepherd Hospital, where I took care of people of all ages. I was also a...
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, home modification, errands, transportation, light cleaning
Anastasia C.
Prospect Heights, IL
$20-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
I Have 8 Years Work Experience As A Caregiver And Iam A Certified Nursing Assistant.
I consistently provide compassionate care, taking the time to listen to clients needs and concerns, Iam calm, and pay attention to detail.
I'd describe my personality as calm, trustworthy and honest
I like caring for seniors because I loved caring for my grandmother and people that can not take care of themselves. I just...
Anastasia can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, transportation
Skills:
CNA
Hello, Families!
I am Keron, a dedicated and compassionate caregiver with over 25 years of experience in providing exceptional care to the elderly. My passion for helping others and my commitment to promoting the well-being of seniors have been the driving forces behind my rewarding career.
Throughout my extensive career, I...
Keron can also help with: Live-in home care, personal care, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"My mother could be a very strongly reactive individual. With the challenges of advancing Alzheimers disease, these behaviors demonstrated themselves at times with increasingly frequency and troubling episodes of behavior (sometimes physical) that were hard to...
Care member
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Katerina. I am CNA certified. I provide help with activities of daily living. Medication reminders. Assist with Basic Needs. Prepare Meals. Housekeeping. Transfer. Transport. Dementia/alzheimer experience, hoyer lift.
Ekaterina can also help with: Personal care, dementia
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Rhonalyn N.
Mundelein, IL
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced as skilled caregiver, has a diploma on Bachelor of Physical therapy in the Philippines, driving and reliable, has good references.
Rhonalyn can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, dementia & more
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Recent caregiver reviews in Lake Forest, IL
Jolanta S.
5.0
Jolanta was very kind and helpful. She worked with our father who has Alzheimer's and was very patient.
- Care member
Yamilet A.
5.0
I highly recommend Ms. Yamilet as a capable and professional person in the care of our family member, since in recent days we needed a person with her profile and she has been a great help for the health of my grandmother.
- Yael C.
Patricia M.
5.0
She was an absolute delight! Very attentive for the night we hired her. it was for my wedding and she even dressed up! I didn't ask her to , wasn't going to be offended by scrubs or jeans but she was well dressed and was exactly what we needed to make the day go smooth. I would feel comfortable...
- Brooke Y.
David P.
5.0
David was a great help to my 99 year old dad and 96 year old mom. He was kind and caring. He helped them with kindness
- Care member
Keron D.
5.0
My mother could be a very strongly reactive individual. With the challenges of advancing Alzheimers disease, these behaviors demonstrated themselves at times with increasingly frequency and troubling episodes of behavior (sometimes physical) that were hard to predict and mollify. How fortunate was...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Lake Forest, IL
What caregiver services can I find near me in Lake Forest, IL?
Most private senior caregiver services in Lake Forest, 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 Lake Forest.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Lake Forest, IL in 2025?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Lake Forest, IL on Care.com as of January, 2025 is $20.70 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 Lake Forest, IL?
There are currently 10 caregivers in Lake Forest, IL on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Lake Forest, 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 Lake Forest before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Lake Forest, IL background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Lake Forest, 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.