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60 caregivers are listed in South Elgin, IL
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby caregivers is 8 years
Caregivers in South Elgin, IL
5.0
(1)
Hello my name is Meghan I have over 18 years of diverse caregiving experience which include; skilled nursing homes, rehabilitation/restorative units, hospice care and live in caregiving. I also have experience with clients with multiple sclerosis. I started my journey with private care in 2019 and haven't looked back. I...
Meghan can also help with: Companionship, dementia, errands, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Meghan was an excellent caregiver for my father. She went above and beyond with caring for me dad before he passed away at 92. I highly recommend her."
Care member
Polly P.
South Elgin, IL
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
My name is Polly and I've taken care of children for over 10 plus years.
I took care of both of my parents for over 5 years.
I have learned a lot through all my years of care giving and I'd like to continue helping people in need.
Polly can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Hi there! I am a recently retired registered nurse with over 30 years of experience. I have experience working with special needs individuals, older adults, and children. I also have experience taking care of individuals with special health concerns, such as tracheostomies, vents, G-tubes, dobhoffs, and wound management. Whether...
Vinay can also help with: Home modification, dementia, hospice services, respite care
Senior Caregiver with 15 yrs experience delivering exceptional patient care support. Expertise in social interaction, saftey promotion, and medical administration, enhancing the quality of life for clients. Dedicated to innovative approaches in patient well-being through compassionate companionship and effective health...
Lindsay can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
4.5
(1)
Cooking meals
Personal care, dressing, bathing & bathroom visit.
Medicine administration and caring.
Linda can also help with: Errands, hospice services, companionship, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
4.0
"Linda is reliable, honest and punctual. She’s friendly, crafty and fun to speak to. We watched Andrew Zimmern /Delucious Destinations & Bizarre Eats. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hello, my name is Nerry Rose I'm a caregiver and I'm looking for a resident that I can take care I have been a caregiver for 6 years now I'm 29 years old and I live in Schaumburg. I love to take care of people. I have experience with the hospice care, dementia, Alzheimer and companionship, I can do laundry, cleaning, cooking and...
Nerry Rose can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, live-in home care & more
5.0
"Nerry is a very kind caregiver. She is very dependable and gives excellent care. She is very friendly and interacts with clients really well. She provides great meals and a clean house. Nerry is very trustworthy. She worked for us for over 4 years."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Been working in this caregiving field for a couple of years , with family , now with private duty and an senior living facility, I enjoy what I do , meet a lot of great people
Veronica can also help with: Personal care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Take charge personality - wonderful and dependable, reliable!"
Ilyse S.
Norma W.
Schaumburg, IL
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
CNA and looking for part time in the morning , been 13 years experienced as a caregiver and a cna in a facility till now.
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"My family was in a pinch to hire a caregiver for my father within a very short time-frame. We only needed help for 2 weeks and during odd hours, so we knew it would be difficult to find help. We were so lucky to find Norma - she is amazing, compassionate,...
Ashley T.
5.0
(3)
I was always passionate about being a nurse since I was little. I graduated with the Nurse diploma and after I went further and pursued Bachelors in Biology in Ukraine. I have over 12 years of experience working in a hospital as a nurse in Ukraine. I am Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) and Certified Phlebotomy...
Myroslava can also help with: Companionship, live-in home care, errands, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"Myroslavia is punctual, caring, dependable and has a good attitude. She is always looking for ways to improve the health and well-being of her client. She smiles even early in the morning."
Maureen C.
5.0
(11)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a compassionate caregiver with 11 years of experience assisting with activities of daily living, range of motion, Personal Hygiene, Prepare meals, light housekeeping, check Blood pressure, running errands, doctor appointment, and companionship. I am patient, empathetic and caring. I take my job seriously therefore I am...
Samia can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, dementia, visiting physician, live-in home care
5.0
"Samia is the best. She works hard, is very transparent, tells it like it is, and is so great with mom. My mom is mostly deaf, and can dish it out, but Samia can handle it. She is very confident and has a lot of experience. My mom says she is such a great caregiver!...
Susan M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I assisted seniors, mainly women, in their homes and Senior Citizen Housing Centers for the 15 years . I took care of their primary needs such as preparing homemade food, control medicine intake, happy conversations and helped to keep them in good spirits. I changed bed sheets and personal clothing and diapers. Washing and...
5.0
"Teresa was such a blessing for our family. My brothers and I were given total peace of mind knowing Teresa was with our mom during the day. Teresa was punctual, dependable, and extremely helpful. She is genuinely kind and has such a sweet personality. I highly...
Lexis E.
3.2
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Ora D. I live in Carpentersville. I am a RMA but work as a home caregiver. I love caring for seniors because they are very precious people. I have cared for seniors for many years now. I
enjoy bringing love, joy, and hope into their lives regarding the circumstance. "Only for serious potential clients that really...
Ora can also help with: Hospice services, personal care, live-in home care, respite care, dementia
5.0
"Ora is a very helpful, nurturing, caring, loving professional, responsible, respectful, intelligent, dependable and spiritual person. She provides the best care while caring for all people and has taken care of many families. Ora's gift is taking care of people...
Tara B.
5.0
(1)
Kind and caring polish caregiver who knows how to listen. I am a 43-year-old Christian, energetic female with good sense of humor and positive outlook on life.
I have a clean driving record and brand new reliable car with good insurance.
I love animals and I can even walk your dog if you have one. I am a big cat lover and I...
Joanna can also help with: Companionship, errands, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, mobility assistance & more
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am also a CNA. As a caregiver working from last 17 yrs. Love taking care of elder people. I did took care of a dementia patient and also a ALS patient. I do have a car. Very friendly . People love being around me.
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Rajvir is the definition of empathetic, compassionate, caring and solution based. She has such a strong work ethic, amazing bed side manners and compassion when speaking to clients and family members. Rajvir is the type of care professional I wish all families and...
Harman R.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I've taken care of senior couples, managing their monthly bills, coordinating outside activities, cooking, cleaning, and also doing their groceries. I'm compassionate, a good listener, conversationalist, and very patient. I would have continued as a caregiver but gave up on it to raise my two kids. They are currently in high...
Brenda can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, companionship
5.0
"Brenda is on time, flexible, and very thorough. I have 2 kids and a dog, and Brenda has given me back some sanity. I get home from work on Mondays to a clean kitchen and bathrooms, and a mopped main floor each visit. She is so kind and helpful on the days I'm home...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 23 years of experience as a caregiver and CNA . Also, I have a medical education from Europe. I worked in the medical field there for over 10 years. Also, I have a great sense of humor. I can assist with daily tasks as well as challenges with mobility, dressing, bathing, feeding... etc. I can provide the quality physical...
Laima can also help with: Meal prep, errands, companionship, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Laima is professional, caring and diligent. We are so grateful for her help with our mom. She is a good companion, cooks as requested, cleans as needed including laundry and does anything else that she sees needs to be done."
Robert R.
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Janelle. Ive been working as a nurse for 6 years now. I have a history working in the special care nursery, pediatrics unit and currently working on pediatric/adolescent psych unit. I've always had a connection with children, the elderly and people in need, hence my interest in Nursing. Throughout nursing...
Janelle can also help with: Companionship, errands, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Janelle worked for me as a caregiver for a single woman with Alzheimer's. You won't find a better employee! She is prompt, efficient, creative and most of all caring and nurturing at all times. She has a calm, friendly approach and her nursing skills are most...
Kathy L.
5.0
(3)
I am a certified nursing assistant. I had 10 years of experience with elderly people with different cases. I am very compassionate, thrust worthy and honest to my clients. I can drive and have my own car.
Marilyn can also help with: Respite care, dementia, home modification, personal care, live-in home care, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Marilyn is a highly competent caregiver. She is very sensitive to not only the needs of her client but also their family members. Marilyn is enthusiastic, positive, and always thinks of her clients needs first and foremost. Her skills are endless and treating...
Debra B.
Gretchen V.
Saint Charles, IL
$20-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
4.6
(10)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm an experienced Senior & Disability Caregiver. I help with preparing meals, laundry, running errands, Dr. appointments & companionship. I am experienced with bathing, feeding, toileting & administering medications. I managed a five-person caregiving team for two years, including schedule & medication management. I'm trained...
Gretchen can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, home modification, light cleaning, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
CPR
5.0
"Gretchen has been with us for a couple months now. She is reliable, kind and easy to get along with. She helps my husband with his OT/PT daily exercise routines as well his ADL's. It is clear she is invested in his overall health. She even helped me create a daily...
Charron B.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi. My name is Holly. I have been caring for others for as long as I can remember. I began caring for my grandma when she was no longer able to do so and that is when I realized caring for seniors is what I truly love to do. I officially started caring for seniors with a local agency over 10 years ago. I truly love helping...
Holly can also help with: Companionship, dementia, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, mobility assistance & more
5.0
"Holly is amazing! She is honest, caring, and dedicated to her job. She cared for my dad, who wasn't keen on having a caregiver. He is in assisted living now, but still talks about how special Holly is. He enjoyed all of the time they spent together. I also had...
Julie W.
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Recent caregiver reviews in South Elgin, IL
Meghan M.
5.0
Meghan is a wonderful caregiver and kind hearted person! She goes above and beyond to care for others. She is dependable, responsible and always has a smile on her face. She is very easy to get along with and takes her job seriously. She helped my husband who has MS with active range of motion,...
- Charron B.
Linda L.
4.0
Linda is reliable, honest and punctual. She’s friendly, crafty and fun to speak to. We watched Andrew Zimmern /Delucious Destinations & Bizarre Eats.
- Care member
Nerry Rose B.
5.0
Nerry is a very kind caregiver. She is very dependable and gives excellent care. She is very friendly and interacts with clients really well. She provides great meals and a clean house. Nerry is very trustworthy. She worked for us for over 4 years.
- Care member
Veronica J.
5.0
Take charge personality - wonderful and dependable, reliable!
- Ilyse S.
Norma W.
5.0
My family was in a pinch to hire a caregiver for my father within a very short time-frame. We only needed help for 2 weeks and during odd hours, so we knew it would be difficult to find help. We were so lucky to find Norma - she is amazing, compassionate, caring...I could go on all day. My dad can...
- Ashley T.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in South Elgin, IL
What caregiver services can I find near me in South Elgin, IL?
Most private senior caregiver services in South Elgin, 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 South Elgin.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in South Elgin, IL in 2025?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in South Elgin, IL on Care.com as of March, 2025 is $22.75 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 South Elgin, IL?
There are currently 4 caregivers in South Elgin, IL on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from South Elgin, 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 South Elgin before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in South Elgin, IL background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in South Elgin, 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.