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Ella can also help with: Transportation, light cleaning, errands, dementia, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Debra. I have worked with 5 families now all with dementia! I took a formal training to be a personal caregiver/companion. So I am certified. I have always had a great passion to help the elderly. Too many times our loved ones are neglected or mistreated and this just breaks my heart. I can help take care of...
Debra can also help with: Home modification, respite care, personal care
5.0
"I hired Debbie for caretaking for my 67 year old brother suffering from early onset dementia. She was extremely reliable, compassionate, helpful, Hard working. She went up and beyond the caretaking I needed. I always felt safe for my brother in her care. If you...
Dawn G.
Hi everyone! I'm Hadeel, and I absolutely love working with seniors! I also provide child, pet, and house care, but specialize in senior caregiving.
Seniors require specialized care and empathy to help manage their pain and improve their quality of life, and I am more than capable of giving that. My mother is a caregiver...
Hadeel can also help with: Companionship, transportation, meal prep, light cleaning, errands
Hi everyone! I am 25, with a psychology degree (2022) and I am currently pursuing a master's in mental health counseling.
I have a deep passion for caring for others. I have cared for pets and children, and now I want to explore care for seniors. I am CPR/first aid certified, I am a conversational French speaker, and I am a...
Skylar can also help with: Transportation, errands, meal prep, light cleaning
I have long experience and I am patience with old people
I'd describe my personality as Have mercy
I like caring for seniors because They remind me of my parents
I'm looking for a job that take care of senior people
I started caring for seniors when I lost my dad
In my spare time, I like to watching TV
One thing you...
Abby can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, transportation, dementia, errands, home modification & more
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
(2)
Hello if you are reading my profile-THANK YOU. I am a seasoned caregiver with experience in various fields. I enjoy taking care of families of patients that are in need of care in their home. I am private duty and very flexible however, I am in search of a long term family but wouldn't mind taking care of someone in hospice or...
Alicia D can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep, dementia, errands, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
Wound Care
5.0
"Alicia was wonderful with my grandfather! She managed his care and did an exceptional job! Shes so caring and a great listener. She spoke spanish because my gramdfather didn’t. She was there for his last breath, comforting my family and I. She is definitely part...
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: Hospice services, errands, companionship, dementia, light cleaning, live-in home care & more
5.0
"Very nice Person, caring, helpful, thoughtful, sweet, patience, understanding and Hard worker."
Rubelyn C.
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: Errands, dementia, hospice services, companionship, live-in home care, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"She treated my mother like they were best friends. They went to the salon and for walks and shopping, while she was capable. Kept the house clean. Caroline was a great help for my family. I strongly recommend her!"
Patrick H.
Pam M.
Palos Hills, IL
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Housekeeper/ Experienced Certified Nursing Assistant Available FT/PT/PRN
5.0
(7)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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Hi! My name is Pam!
I am a very reliable, compassionate, responsible and trustworthy caregiver. My experience has included working for various families as well as a certified nursing assistant.
My goal is to keep people in their homes and provide a substantial quality of life! Above and beyond...
Pam can also help with: Companionship, dementia, home modification, light cleaning, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
5.0
"Pam was very receptive to the needs of both the clients. She was especially patient with the patient who was on hospice. She went above and beyond her duties to make sure that everything was right for the clients."
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Jola. I've been working as a CNA for 12, I'm dedicated, respective and responsible caregiver
Jolanta can also help with: Dementia, companionship, light cleaning, home modification, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"I worked with Jola for seven years as Physical Therapist Aide in Rehabilitation Clinic.
Jola is disciplined, trustful and reliable ."
Renata B.
4.6
(10)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 19 plus years' experience working as a caregiver/companion in geriatric care. I have cared for five family's in the past 10 years because when hired I am with my clients for many years I specializing in Alzheimer's/Dementia/cardiac/Diabetic care and have managed medication. I have worked closely with nurses handling all...
Lillian can also help with: Respite care, hospice services, personal care, live-in home care, dementia
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Lillian is an outstanding caregiver. She took care of my 95 & 97 year old parents with kindness and compassion. She was always on time, and is very conscientious. "
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Mary. I have 5 years experience as a senior caregiver/companion. I have a great deal of patience, a positive attitude, and a caring heart. My background, personality and temperament enable me to care for your loved one as if they were my own. I'm experienced in Alzheimer's/Dementia care, Parkinson's Disease,...
Mary can also help with: Personal care, dementia
5.0
"Mary was wonderful with our mother. She cared for her for 11/2 years. She was kind, patient, and took excellent care of our mother. She communicated with us daily and I always felt like we could depend on her no matter what kind of day my mom was having."
Joanne H.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, Im a very compassionate and patient person. My experience in caregiving has been extremely gratifying. Taking care of a woman with Alzheimer's disease for the past 8 yrs. I have experience in meal preparations according to needs, mobility assistance, personal hygiene, light housekeeping, medication management, personal...
Sharon can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, mobility assistance, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Sharon was the primary caregiver for my mother for 10 years.
In addition to being qualified, punctual, professional, and everything else you want in a caregiver, Sharon is a special person who has a good heart, compassion and an uplifting personality. It...
Glenn M.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Eileen! I have been a caregiver for 19 years. I've taken care of people with all different types of things, such as dementia, loss of limbs, epilepsy and so on. I love what I do, I think it makes me a better person.
Eileen can also help with: Errands, hospice services, home modification, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep & more
5.0
"Eileen helped our mother out when we were not able to be there. She called our mother before arriving to put her mind at ease about someone other than her children helping her. She was punctual, caring, a wonderful communicator and we will definitely call her for...
Suzanne F.
4.5
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been in the social service/healthcare profession for over 20 years. Having the opportunity to work in both these fields has truly made me a more compassionate, caring and patient individual. I give 110% to my clients and their families in every way that I possibly can. I also believe that like all relationship's...
Katrina can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Wound Care
5.0
"She took great care of my father who had mobility issues and was a diabetic while we looked into a long-term care facility. She's caring, prompt and a very detailed oriented person with a heart of gold."
Calvin R.
Barbara S.
Tinley Park, IL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'm Very Friendly,hard Working Person.I Love Helping Old People.I Have Reference.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have three children and five grandchildren. I have been happily married for 45 years. I have over 15 years experience as a caregiver. I have been living in Tinley Park for 15 years. I am reliable and trustworthy. I would be honored to care for you!
Barbara can also help with: Companionship, errands, live-in home care, home modification, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Very caring and compassionate. She assisted with hygiene and bathing/dressing. She reminded my Mom to take medications, provided meals, performed light housekeeping while caring for my Mom. She has a strong work ethic and she is very knowledgeable."
CATHERINE M.
Joannegolembiewski S.
Worth, IL
$23/hr • 20 yrs exp
4.3
(11)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as nice kind generous
I like caring for seniors because this what I love to do
I'm looking for a job that to make feel very happy
I started caring for seniors when in 1995
My skills include cooking cleaning giving them showers making them laugh
Joannegolembiewski can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, errands, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"There are literally no words to describe what an absolute heaven-sent miracle Joanne was for my grandfather and my family as a whole.
My grandfather was a tough guy, not at all "politically correct," and VERY opinionated.
Based on past experiences, I just *knew*...
Tina H.
Rosine W.
Palos Hills, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I worked with seniors for over 15 years l have a great passion for seniors. I am a CNA and have worked in rehabs for a long time and also hospitals . I have great personality, reliable transportation. I attend Moraine Valley Community College I have great experience, I am an excellent caregiver and I have worked for Christ...
Rosine can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, live-in home care, hospice services, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Rosine cared for my Mom in her final days with so much love and attention. She handled a very medically complex situation including feeding tube, breathing assist, medications, etc. She was knowledgeable and dependable and Was loving and kind. We trusted her...
Amy Z.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Dedicated & compassionate caregiver who knows how to keep a level head in emergencies. Specialization in looking after elderly and physically disabled. Most experienced with dementia and Alzheimer's. I will be obtaining my CPR recertification this month.
For a snapshot personal bio- I am a wife & mother of three humans, four...
Ciara can also help with: Mobility assistance, light cleaning, companionship, errands, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Wound Care
5.0
"Ciara has been working with us for nearly 2 years. She is one of the most empathetic hard working caregivers I have ever met. She is reliable, trustworthy, compassionate and competent. Ciara brought her prior experience and her willingness to learn new tasks in...
Dennis B.
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Recent caregiver reviews in Oak Forest, IL
Debra P.
5.0
I hired Debbie for caretaking for my 67 year old brother suffering from early onset dementia. She was extremely reliable, compassionate, helpful, Hard working. She went up and beyond the caretaking I needed. I always felt safe for my brother in her care. If you reach out to Debbie for an...
- Dawn G.
Alicia D G.
5.0
Alicia was wonderful with my grandfather! She managed his care and did an exceptional job! Shes so caring and a great listener. She spoke spanish because my gramdfather didn’t. She was there for his last breath, comforting my family and I. She is definitely part of the family now. She has such...
- Care member
Sabrina D.
5.0
Very nice Person, caring, helpful, thoughtful, sweet, patience, understanding and Hard worker.
- Rubelyn C.
Caroline C.
5.0
Caroline was very conscientious and caring. Friendly disposition and provided loving care for my wife.
- Care member
Pam M.
5.0
Pam was very receptive to the needs of both the clients. She was especially patient with the patient who was on hospice. She went above and beyond her duties to make sure that everything was right for the clients.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Oak Forest, IL
What caregiver services can I find near me in Oak Forest, IL?
Most private senior caregiver services in Oak 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 Oak Forest.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Oak Forest, IL in 2025?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Oak Forest, IL on Care.com as of March, 2025 is $19.40 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 Oak Forest, IL?
There are currently 5 caregivers in Oak Forest, IL on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Oak 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 Oak Forest before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Oak Forest, IL background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Oak 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.