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I was a full time companion/caretaker for the family next door to me who has Alzheimer's for 2 years, until he was admitted to a skilled nursing home, then passed. Salary is open for discussion. I have an excellent work history and references.
Dawn can also help with: Dementia, visiting physician
Susan O.
Mokena, IL
$12-29/hr • 10 yrs exp
Very Kind , Compassionate, Reliable. Love To See My Clients Smile!
Hello, my name is Susan and love working with seniors. I have over 10 years experience in caregiving. Most of my experience is taking care of clients with dementia. I am very patient and love playing games to help with memory care. Medication Management, vitals and all pertinent information is recorded daily. Looking forward to...
Susan can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, hospice services, companionship, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
(5)
Hello, a little about me nurturing, patient, compassionate, empathic caregiver, with a positive outlook on life. I am a certified caregiver, looking for reliable work. I love to keep clients engaged, and listen to their needs, and encourage them to do as much as they can for themselves. follow a care-plan , music, exercise,...
Caroline can also help with: Companionship, live-in home care, light cleaning, hospice services, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Caroline was very conscientious and caring. Friendly disposition and provided loving care for my wife."
Care member
5.0
(1)
As a dedicated & experienced caregiver with a strong background in providing personalized care, I am passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of others. With a wealth of professional experience working with diverse employers, I have honed my skills in a variety of essential caregiving tasks. My expertise...
Sabrina can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, dementia, live-in home care, hospice services, companionship & more
5.0
"Very nice Person, caring, helpful, thoughtful, sweet, patience, understanding and Hard worker."
Rubelyn C.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Carrie. Prior to becoming a caregiver, I was a Cosmetologist and a Cosmetology teacher. I have always loved working with people. I used to care for a lady who had a rare neurological disease called cortical basal degeneration. It is so rare that they had no set treatment for it. She was dependent on me for everything...
Carrie can also help with: Dementia, mobility assistance, errands, companionship, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
CPR
5.0
"Carrie is very kind and caring. She is trustworthy and won't let you down. She is a very family oriented woman and takes her job as a caregiver very seriously. You won't be disappointed.I am available for further information."
Tina C.
Barbara B.
Lockport, IL
$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello.. I'm a certified CNA and a personal assistant with experience in senior care including Alzheimer's/Dementia and also child care. I'm available for running errands, light cleaning , meal prep and mostly importantly giving your love one the attention, companionship and respect they deserve.
We live in a fast pace world...
Barbara can also help with: Errands, hospice services, dementia, meal prep, companionship, home modification & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Barb has been phenomenal with watching and engaging my active father who has Alzheimers/dementia. She is very trustworthy & knowledgeable in dealing w/the fluctuations in moods & seeks appropriate activities to engage him, while providing the best assistance to...
Christina K.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a Certified Nursing Assistant. I have been a Certified Nursing Assistant/Caregiver for many years. I was taking care of a 88-year-old female with Essential Head Tremors and dementia and other health conditions in which made her immobile. I used a hoyer lift to position her in bed, chairs and bath chair for showers. I was...
Barbara can also help with: Dementia, personal care, hospice services, respite care, home modification
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Barbara worked for us for 3 weeks prior to my Mother being hospitalized. She was extremely attentive to my mother's needs and very trustworthy. Unfortunately her employment with us was cut short due to my Mom's unexpected decline in health and the need to...
Sharon B.
5.0
(1)
I am a caregiver for my grandfather a couple days a week. I take him to any doctors appointments and I run any errands he wants me to.
Alyssa can also help with: Personal care
5.0
(4)
Hello my name is Shalondra. I am a Compassionate Caregiver/CNA who has over 10+ years of Caregiver experience. I have worked with many clients. I am very positive person . I believe with God all things are possible, to them that only believe. My background specialize in Dementia, Hospice, G- feedings, Strokes... etc. I also...
Shalondra can also help with: Hospice services, live-in home care, dementia, companionship, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"She is a great worker and she has a good heart"
Priscah C.
3.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have two long time caregiver previous experience. Cooking, housecleaning and misc. Both were elderly. One has terminal cancer. Second had numerous strokes and several. Mini heart attack. Was 30 years ago medical tech. Also 3rd helping 94-year-old just passed away. 45 year experience child care newborn to adult. Multiple other...
Heidi can also help with: Companionship, specialized care
Skills:
CPR
3.0
"Heidi is able to do some basic care functions. She needs someone around to make sure everything goes ok or explicit instructions. When something goes wrong, she might blame the senior she is caring for. But the point of senior care is that she is going to make...
Christine S.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am have worked with seniors for the past 25 years. It has always been my greatest pleasure to assist seniors that I have cared for to get back on their feet, into their homes and to their lives. I began my healthcare career as a home health aide and was so encouraged and fulfilled by helping the seniors in my care get proper...
Roberta can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, mobility assistance, meal prep, errands, dementia & more
5.0
"Roberta is kind and knowledgeable. She is compassionate and I felt blessed to have worked with her."
Leslie P.
Sharon B.
Orland Park, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(19)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a caregiver for the last 11 years. I absolutely enjoy working with the elderly. My main focus is keeping seniors in their homes and safe. I have learned so much about life because of the wonderful stories they share with me. I have worked with dementia and Alzheimer's patients and have lots of patience and have...
Sharon can also help with: Personal care, home modification, dementia, hospice services, errands
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Our mom suffered with Alzheimer’s for 7 years- and we were extremely fortunate to have had Sharon as her primary caregiver for the past three. Patient, responsible, caring and kind, we felt such comfort every day knowing Mom was not only receiving exceptional care,...
Care member
5.0
(3)
I am a retired pharmacy tech of 40 years. I'm looking for a career change and want to give back outside of the business world. I cared for my mom with dementia for more than 3 years. I would find joy in taking care of children and adults alike. Doing errands such as doctor appointments, hair appointments, or shopping while...
Maureen can also help with: Transportation, companionship, dementia
5.0
"Kind, compassionate and caring . Maureen is always willing to help and does do with a smile . I highly recommend !!"
Kathy T.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have many years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Personal Care.
I'm a mother of four kids ages 26, 21, 19 & 15 years of age. I was a daycare provider for many years out of my home. I'm very reliable, energetics , patient and kind. I'm looking to care for your loved one. I've always had a passion for...
Deborah can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, hospice services, errands, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Empowering seniors and caregivers with easy access to resources, support, and community connections.
Ella can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, transportation, errands, dementia
Skills:
CNA
I never really thought of myself as a caregiver until I looked at my life.
But from the beginning I can remember getting things done, organizing and making lists as a small child, which carried into my adult life, So now I realize, that, life is constantly changing, therefore you need to try, to be flexible with it. No...
Bernadette can also help with: Companionship, errands, hospice services, meal prep, dementia, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Home Health Aide
Sharyl M.
Orland Park, IL
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Worked as a caregiver for six years as I had to drive to appointments light house keeping cook excellent meals etc I did all types of things for him his wife really appreciated all I did for them . You can reach out to her any time . Thank you for stopping by my page I'm a very caring caregiver.
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Hello,
I am a Certified Clinical Medical Assistant with BLS.
Relias certified in
Dementia and Alzheimer's training for caregivers.
Current caregiver looking for additional opportunities. I'd describe myself as nurturing compassionate and reliable.
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I am a person that you can call last minute. If I'm free I'll do it. :)...
Wendy can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands, home modification, respite care, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
When my father became ill we could not find anyone we felt "cared" enough to care for him. Granted, he had medical issues few were trained in (trachea care, Foley, feeding tube etc) but everyone I interviewed seemed so cold and robotic. I ended up being trained to care for my dad because I needed to know he was getting the best...
Patricia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands, transportation, companionship, hospice services & more
Heather M.
Tinley Park, IL
$18-30/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have a little over a year of caregiving experience with my grandmother. She had dementia and needed assistance with majority of her daily tasks. I have experience in housekeeping, changing/bathing, warming up meals, administering medication, cooking light meals, among many other things. I love caring for others and truly have...
Heather can also help with: Meal prep, live-in home care, errands, companionship, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
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Recent caregiver reviews in Mokena, IL
Caroline C.
5.0
Caroline was very conscientious and caring. Friendly disposition and provided loving care for my wife.
- Care member
Sabrina D.
5.0
Very nice Person, caring, helpful, thoughtful, sweet, patience, understanding and Hard worker.
- Rubelyn C.
Carrie S.
5.0
Carrie is very kind and caring. She is trustworthy and won't let you down. She is a very family oriented woman and takes her job as a caregiver very seriously. You won't be disappointed.I am available for further information.
- Tina C.
Barbara B.
5.0
Barb has been phenomenal with watching and engaging my active father who has Alzheimers/dementia. She is very trustworthy & knowledgeable in dealing w/the fluctuations in moods & seeks appropriate activities to engage him, while providing the best assistance to my mother as well. Thank you, Barb!
- Christina K.
Barbara C.
5.0
Barbara worked for us for 3 weeks prior to my Mother being hospitalized. She was extremely attentive to my mother's needs and very trustworthy. Unfortunately her employment with us was cut short due to my Mom's unexpected decline in health and the need to hospitalize her and place her in long term...
- Sharon B.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Mokena, IL
What caregiver services can I find near me in Mokena, IL?
Most private senior caregiver services in Mokena, 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 Mokena.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Mokena, IL in 2025?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Mokena, IL on Care.com as of January, 2025 is $11.00 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 Mokena, IL?
There are currently 2 caregivers in Mokena, IL on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Mokena, 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 Mokena before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Mokena, IL background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Mokena, 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.