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60 caregivers are listed in South Elgin, IL
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby caregivers is 8 years
Caregivers in South Elgin, IL
5.0
(2)
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: Meal prep, hospice services, errands, companionship, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Home Health Aide
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: Meal prep, light cleaning
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: Hospice services, respite care, home modification, dementia
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: Hospice services, errands, personal care, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Wound Care
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
15+years experience like caregiver/housekeeper I'm kind, trustworthy, time-efficient with a positive attitude. I have great resume and can provide excellent references.
To see my reviews please go to housekeeping profile.
Vessela can also help with: Dementia, home modification, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Vessela has been assisting my parents since the summer. She is patient and helpful and has been a great support for them as they have encountered different health challenges. She is flexible, responsive, and great at communicating her needs as well as making sure...
Care member
4.5
(1)
Cooking meals
Personal care, dressing, bathing & bathroom visit.
Medicine administration and caring.
Linda can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, companionship, dementia, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
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
4.5
(2)
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: Dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, live-in home care, hospice services & 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.
5.0
(12)
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: Hospice services, dementia, visiting physician, live-in home care, personal care
5.0
"Highly recommend! Wonderful caregiver. Sweet and soft disposition. Confident and competent. Experienced. Works with my neighbor."
Alison S.
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: Errands, companionship, light cleaning, dementia, live-in home care, hospice services & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
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
(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: Personal care, respite care, hospice services, dementia, live-in home care
5.0
"I had the privilege to work beside Ora, she is the most reliable and trustworthy person I have ever met. She always goes above and beyond. She is a kindhearted and loyal person who will always be punctual and dependable. Any family that has Ora as a caregiver will...
Themptasia M.
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: Errands, mobility assistance, companionship, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep & 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
"I am delighted to share my experience with Rajvir, a caregiver who has truly been a blessing to our family. Her compassionate nature, professionalism, and dedication to her work have made such an impression on our lives. She goes above and beyond to ensure the...
Jasleen T.
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: Errands, light cleaning, companionship
5.0
"Conscious and does a great job. Will go above and beyond to do a great job."
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: Hospice services, meal prep, dementia, errands, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
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: Errands, companionship, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Wound Care
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.
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: Dementia, companionship, home modification, hospice services, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
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
(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: Live-in home care, home modification, dementia, hospice services, personal care, respite care & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"She's a Caring & Compassionate with the patient "
Jean A.
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: Errands, companionship, mobility assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia & 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.
Vessela D.
5.0
Vessela has been assisting my parents since the summer. She is patient and helpful and has been a great support for them as they have encountered different health challenges. She is flexible, responsive, and great at communicating her needs as well as making sure she understands the needs of the...
- Care member
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.
4.0
She was excellent for what she do , im happy for her service.
- Care member
Veronica J.
5.0
Take charge personality - wonderful and dependable, reliable!
- Ilyse S.
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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 April, 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.