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60 caregivers are listed in Melrose Park, IL

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby caregivers is 6 years

Caregivers in Melrose Park, IL

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Laura M.


Cicero, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

4.1

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Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Laura, I am 48 years old with over 30 years experience in the healthcare field. For the first 20 years of my career I started working for Hospitals such as Rush & Adventist Hospital to then venturing on to using my skills for Senior Care and Companionship for the past 10 years. Throughout my years of experience...
Laura can also help with: Live-in home care, errands, home modification, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

5.0
"Laura, was absolutely amazing in the care of my late mother. In the months leading to her passing, Laura treated her with such compassion, kindness and dignity. She was punctual in all aspects arriving on time, handling medication, log ins, sticking to bathing and...

Camiliana V.

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Alexander T.


Niles, IL

$23-25/hr10 yrs exp

Awesome Caregiver

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, light cleaning, dementia, live-in home care, home modification, companionship & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Home Health Aide

CPR

5.0
"Alex was a fantastic addition to my father’s care team. He was organized, empathetic, hard working, and eager to support and make a difference in providing my father with quality care for the remainder of the time that my father has left. My father was diagnosed...

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Rasa D.


Lyons, IL

$25-35/hr3 yrs exp

Reliable Caregiver

Fun and experienced caregiver can help with med reminders, companionship, laundry, cleaning, errands, daily exercise, bathing, eating, dressing, 2-3 hr in the morning or afternoon.
Rasa can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, mobility assistance, dementia, companionship, meal prep & more
5.0
"Rasa is such a wonderful & caring person. She took good care of my Mother who has Parkinson's' Disease. Rasa organized my Mothers' medications and made sure that she took all of her pills. Rasa would get my Mom out of the house and take her for walks around the...

Jennifer U.

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Natacha P.


Chicago, IL

$25/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

Compassionate caregiver who knows how to keep a level head during emergencies. Able to provide a number of services to patients to make them feel comfortable and safe at all times. Possess certification in first aid techniques as well as CPR. Excel at exemplifying proper bedside manner. Specialization in looking after elderly...
Natacha can also help with: Companionship, errands, live-in home care, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia & more
5.0
"Natasha saved us as our frail dad was suddenly discharged from the hospital when he had no family available. At the last minute, in a blizzard, during the holidays - ! she did exactly what we needed- and we will continue to hire her. She is punctual,...

Karla B.

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Cynthia S.


Chicago, IL

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Care Coordinator With Creative Engagement

As a care coordinator for over 18 years, I integrate wellbeing practices for seniors, children and pets as well as traditional care giving tasks. These holistic practices include reiki, gentle yoga and pilates, guided breathing meditations, art sessions, and mediations during and after treatments in home or hospital locations....
Cynthia can also help with: Personal care, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, meal prep
5.0
"Cindy is more than qualified to be a caregiver. She helped my 94 year old mother, who has dementia, with every need she had. Cindy is an expert at keeping people engaged. Cindy came 3 days a week and fed my mother breakfast and lunch, showered her, fixed her hair,...

Holly S.

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Michelle M.


Clarendon Hills, IL

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Caregiver/Companion/Assistant

Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood

My name is Michelle and I have over 10 years experience as a CNA/caregiver. I enjoy working with seniors and helping those in need. I'm available for short visits (minimum 2 hours max 4 hours). I offer the following services: Transportation to/from doctor appointments Physical Therapy (regular exercise) Assistance with...
Michelle can also help with: Home modification, hospice services, meal prep, errands, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Michelle was fantastic. She was responsive, patient, and punctual. She put me at ease about having to hire a carer to pick me up after surgery and was easy to chat with on my ride home. Would definitely hire again."

Jennifer F.

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Armin R.


Chicago, IL

$35/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Armin, I am 34 yrs old male. I have 5 years of experience with caregiving. I can help with Transportation Services and Errands/Shopping if needed. I have experience with: -Parkinson's disease -ALS -Dementia -Stroke -Quadriplegic -Hospice Care I assist with daily life activities; medication reminder, light exercise,...
Armin can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, errands, hospice services, live-in home care, dementia & more
5.0
"Armin is Amazing! He is so good with my father. Armin is caring and compassionate, strong and gentle. He lifts my father with ease and talks with him respectfully and with kindness. When my father is sleeping, Armin does other household chores-laundry and dishes....

Dawn M.

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Amelia M.


Westmont, IL

$30-44/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant With References Looking For A New Family

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: Dementia, respite care, personal care
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Amy is an amazing caregiver! She is dependable, trustworthy, caring, knowledgeable and so much more. She always went above and beyond what was expected of her, doing things that were not required but helped us in so many ways!"

Debra L.

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Ludi T.


Chicago, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'm Ludi T 53 yrs old. I am responsible, compassionate & honest person. I have 22yrs experience as a caregiver mostly Dementia/Alzheimer's patients, strokes, Parkinson, tube feeding, oxygen, catheter, suctioning, cancer patients, hoyer lift from bed to chair & chair to bed, hospice. My duties; meals prep, med prep, med...
Ludi can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, live-in home care, home modification, personal care
5.0
"She's a good worker and good lady too..We worked together with Dementia Pt."

Lailani A.

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Justine A.


Chicago, IL

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Male Caregiver 10 Year Experience

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Justin, and I have over a decade of experience in senior care, specializing in dementia and Alzheimer's disease. I am a Certified Nurse's Assistant (CNA) with 6 years of experience in nursing facilities and 7+ years as a dedicated home caregiver. I'm skilled in various forms of patient transfers, including...
Justine can also help with: Companionship, errands, light cleaning, home modification, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

CNA

4.0
"Justin was a caregiver for my mother for over a year. He was extremely reliable, knowledgeable with all ADLs, and cared about my mothers welfare. I never worried when Justin was taking care of my mother, because I knew she was in good hands. He would always text me...

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Corazon N.


Westmont, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Responsible Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a mother of two and have 20 years plus of experience with senior care. I have experience with Parkinson's, stroke, dementia and Alzheimer's care. I also have experience in g-tube feeding. I can help with meal preparation, light housekeeping, companionship, Transportation Services and Bathing/Dressing. I'm also Covid...
Corazon can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Always on time. Good conversations. Polite and always did what I asked. "

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Maria M.


Lombard, IL

$25-38/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time And Part Time Caregiver

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: Companionship, meal prep, dementia, respite care, errands, personal care & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Mary is a wonderful caregiver. She was with us for over 2 years, taking care of my husband. She became like one of the family. She was very dependable and was extremely knowledgeable on all facets of caregiving. Her sunny disposition brightened our day. We...

Judy P.

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George S.


Chicago, IL

$17-31/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is George . I am a father of two and a proud husband. I worked for CBOE Global since 1992 until their closing in 2019. I have been a caregiver for both my parents since 2000. As of 2020 I have been working with patients that have Parkinson's Dementia and Alzheimer's . Additionally I have worked with clients that...
George can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep, errands, companionship & more
5.0
"George is the best thing that happened to our family. He came as a relief caregiver to our house where my mother lived with us, helped my mother with Alzheimer’s smile from start to finish. He took her for walks and exercise 1-½ hours per day. He sang with her and...

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Kathy M.


Chicago, IL

$20-22/hr10 yrs exp

CNA With 8 Years In Hospice & 13 Years As A Private Caregiver

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: Respite care, personal care, hospice services, companionship, dementia
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Both my mother and I spoke with Kathy about caring for my dad. While a family emergency prevented her from starting, I was so comforted and impressed with how professional and empathetic she was. Her compassion and kindness came through her emails and phone calls...

Katrina P.

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Grazyna A.


Berwyn, IL

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

Senior Assistant

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: Errands, meal prep, personal care, 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.

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Rico O.


Chicago, IL

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time To Part Time Or Hourly And Live-In

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have been taking care of the elderly for the past 18 years and been blessed to serve and care for them. I am experienced in dementia, Alzheimer's, quadriplegic and more. I am a certified nursing assistant (CNA) in the state of IL, and I have an easy-going demeanor and positive attitude. I always look for other ways or...
Rico can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, companionship, live-in home care, dementia, errands & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Upon meeting Rico we knew he was going to be the caregiver for us. My husband responded to his care immediately. He was soft spoken and gentle and was able to get a stubborn man the help he needed. Rico was punctual and communicated with us at all times. Rico is...

Maureen T.

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Detris M.


Westmont, IL

$25-30/hr4 yrs exp

Dependable And Trustworthy

I love being a caregiver providing sincere and compassionate care to seniors. My experience and my expertise in this field has allowed me to improve the quality of life for seniors, and provide families with a peace of mind knowing their loved one is being properly cared for. I can meet and exceed your expectations and provide...
Detris can also help with: Errands, dementia, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, hospice services & more
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Home Health Aide

5.0
"Detris has truly been a blessing. My mother has Alzheimer's and my father has post polio. She truly cares about my parent's, while always being professional. She has been with them for 2 years now and as their needs change she comes up with new ideas/solutions. Her...

Audra S.

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Jennifer M.


Summit Argo, IL

$34/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced

I am a mother of four adult children, and proud grandmother of 5. I have a wide array of experience working with children and adults of all ages. I have had animals of all kinds throughout the years, but I am particularly fond of dogs and personally owned a Yorkshire-Terrier, a Chow-Chow (he made it almost 19 years!), 2...
Jennifer can also help with: Meal prep, live-in home care, dementia, errands, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Jennifer is a great person for all of your needs. She has been very beneficial to me and my family. Would hire again if needed."

Janay C.

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Jonie M.


Wood Dale, IL

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Well Experienced Caregiver Assistant For Memory Loss

Hi! Over the past nine years I have helped care for several ladies suffering from memory loss. I feel God has given me a real gift to help those that are suffering and I would be honored if you would consider me to help when you are away. I have a clean background, 4 yr college degree and desire to support my myself and my...
Jonie can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, respite care, hospice services & more
5.0
"Jonie is a very devoted caregiver who genuinely cares about the well-being of her clients. She has a strong work ethic and is always reliable. She even tended my garden for weeks on end last year while I was away due to a family emergency. Any human, pet or plant...

Betty A.

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Monica S.


Berwyn, IL

$25-26/hr10 yrs exp

I have 13 years of experience as a Caregiver. Aside from giving them Care, I have 3 years of experience in Activities. We do Exercises, music Trivia , jokes, age appropriate sing along songs and lots more!!
Monica can also help with: Personal care, respite care, hospice services

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Recent caregiver reviews in Melrose Park, IL

Laura M.

5.0

We hired Laura M. to take care of my 96 year old mother overnight at the Rehab Center back in January 2023. We then moved my mother back home with the help of Laura, who continued to take care of my mother overnight. My mother is 96, Spanish speaking, has dementia, and deals with chronic pain from a...

- Care member

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

Rasa D.

5.0

Rasa is such a wonderful & caring person. She took good care of my Mother who has Parkinson's' Disease. Rasa organized my Mothers' medications and made sure that she took all of her pills. Rasa would get my Mom out of the house and take her for walks around the neighborhood. Rasa has a lot of...

- Jennifer U.

Natacha P.

5.0

Natacha has been taking care of my aging nonagenarian relative, who has an array of behavioral issues, for past 18 months. She is among the very few caregivers that were able to keep up with this relative. Natacha is proactive, easy to work with, honest, and in the case of my relative, her French...

- Care member

Cynthia S.

5.0

The whole family looked forward to the days Cindy would come. She was reliable, thoughtful, patient, hard working and a good communicator. Her good attitude always set the tone for day. Absolutely no complaints.

- Kathleen R.

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