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60 caregivers are listed in Thornton, IL
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of December 2024
The average experience for nearby caregivers is 9 years
Caregivers in Thornton, IL
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Meal Preparation, and I love pets. I am a CNA and a retired LPN. I am responsible and organized and follow directions well. I am outgoing and very personable. My flexible hours, and I am willing to work around your schedule.
Willa can also help with: Dementia, mobility assistance, meal prep, hospice services, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
CNA
5.0
"I would highly recommend Willa. She is a very kind person and caregiver. Willing to be flexible and will do just about anything needed. In the short time she took care of my mom she made my mom feel as if she had a friend and not just a caregiver. She will be...
Vicky K.
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been care-taking for five years professionally. When I was 25 my spouse was diagnosed with Cancer so I have been care-taking non professionally for a long time. My last client was 94 and required bathing, dressing, cooking, house keeping, transportation back and for to the doctor and medication management. I am outgoing...
Rebecca can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, personal care, visiting physician, respite care, dementia & more
5.0
(5)
Hello, a little about me nurturing, patient, compassionate, empathic caregiver, with a positive outlook on life. I am a certified caregiver, I work for a caregiving company, very limited hours. looking for more reliable work.
If your loved one enjoys games. I love to play cards, games, listen to music, run smaller errands,...
Caroline can also help with: Errands, companionship, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Caroline was very conscientious and caring. Friendly disposition and provided loving care for my wife."
Care member
Donna F.
Crestwood, IL
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello I am a very reliable, patient, and caring person. I have been caregiving approximately 15 years caring for the elderly
I give my heart and do my best to make them happy! I love to cook clean, but my first priority is your Mom or DAD. I love working with the elderly, I willing to do other task if needed. I'm am...
Donna can also help with: Errands, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"She's a great person to work with. She is also caring person"
Netta L.
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: Specialized care, companionship
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)
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: Companionship, errands, live-in home care, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
Wound Care
5.0
"She is very caring and respectful of the situation. During my mom's hospice, Shalondra treated her as if it were her own family. She made my mom's last few days very peaceful and comfortable."
Jorge A.
4.6
(9)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Heather I am 35 years old and live in Steger. I have 18years of home care experience, and have been a certified nursing assistant for 16 of those years. I am certified in both Indiana and Illinois. I have an up to date CPR card and clean background. Being a caregiver is not just a job it is a career for me. My clients...
Heather can also help with: Personal care, respite care, hospice services, dementia
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"We hired Heather to help care for our 100 yr old mother. We had no idea where to begin and she guided us from day one! Her medical knowledge and experience make her a kind and compassionate caregiver. Our mother, who at first resisted outside help, came to rely...
Joanne B.
4.5
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I hold a registered nurse degree from Bucharest, Romania, Europe; worked independently providing outstanding service to a select circle of elderly clients. I speak several languages including Romanian, German and French.
I have experience in and assisted clients with dementia and Alzheimer's disease, stroke and other...
Gabriela can also help with: Personal care, dementia, respite care, live-in home care
5.0
"Gabriela is OUTSTANDING. She goes above and beyond. She truly cares and this is her passion. First time I used this site and I'm unbelievably happy."
Marie P.
Lilia R.
Crestwood, IL
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced, Responsible Nursing Assistant Who's Always On Time.
5.0
(3)
I'm a hard working woman with almost 40 years of experience in the medical field. Retired from Christ hospital after 16 years as a nursing assistant, and have been care giving part time since then. I will always treat your family member like my own. I am very easy going, flexible, friendly, reliable, and very passionate about my...
Lilia can also help with: Errands, live-in home care, hospice services, dementia, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Lilia is one of the kindest people we know. Our mom is struggling with memory issues and she could not be more patient and helpful!"
Care member
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: Light cleaning, companionship, mobility assistance, dementia, meal prep, 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
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a Certified Nurses Assistant for 26 years now, very experienced, Kind, Caring and caregiving Is my passion. Very knowledgeable about Dementia/Alzheimer's. ALS, Parkinson's disease etc. I have a reliable vehicle with full coverage insurance. I I also do meal prep, medication reminders, house keeping , laundry, and CPR...
Kimberly can also help with: Live-in home care, companionship, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, personal care & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Kimberly has done a wonderful job taking care of my mother who has Parkinson's. She is very nice, compassionate, patient, and is comfortable with doing all tasks required. She cooks great meals and even did my moms hair! Would highly recommend!"
Laura O.
4.8
(8)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Compassionate Professional CNA with more than 10+ yrs experience in Hospice, Palliative and Respite care.
I have Exemplary References and
Reviews, with First Aid Training as well
as I'm listed amongst the top 5% of Caregivers.
Speciality areas include but not limited to: Memory Care, (Alzheimer's/Dementia), Parkinson's, ALS,...
Maria can also help with: Home modification, live-in home care, hospice services, respite care, dementia, personal care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"She has been a wonderful caregiver to our 97 year old mother who over the last year has struggled with mobility issues and has recovered from COVID. She has shown kindness and consideration as well as consistent professional excellence. What a blessing she's been...
Anita M.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have extensive care giving skills with elderly ( Dementia Patients)
I do everything from Personal Hygiene to Reading to them. I really try to work with them, I got a elderly woman to play the piano after 25 years of not playing it was awesome!
Carla can also help with: Dementia, respite care, live-in home care, personal care
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Carla is a kind and caring woman who gave excellent care to my 92 year old mom until she passed. A great companion for her as well. I would highly recommend Carla!"
Nancy W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
For the past 2 years I have been working as a private caregiver. Caring for your loved ones is what I love to do! My experience includes, but is not limited to,: Cleaning, cooking, laundry, bathing, dressing, personal care, external catheter, tube feeding, and more! I look forward to working with you.
Lauren can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, light cleaning, errands
5.0
"Lauren cared for my mother from March 2020 until my mom's death in winter 2022. Lauren is kind, dependable, thoughtful, detail-oriented and hardworking. I loved working with her and am so happy that my family's path crossed with hers. You can't ask for a better...
Kc C.
5.0
(1)
Nursing student. My experience/background Alzheimer's/Dementia, Cancer, Parkinson's, surgery recoveries, fall risk, ADL, incontinence, medication reminders, etc. My past clients would probably say I'm pleasant, free spirited, *patient with a sense of humor. I love to make people laugh. In addition to providing companionship I'm...
Asia can also help with: Personal care, dementia, respite care, live-in home care
5.0
"Asia is a very compassionate and caring caregiver. Asia was a companion to my 91 year old mother. She was a friend to my mother and her family. My mother looked forward to her time with Asia and I had peace of mind. She engaged my mother in activities and...
Mary W.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello everyone, my name is Julie I've worked as a caregiver for over 10 years and with special needs now for over 6 years and have learned a lot in my time as a caregiver. I've worked with clients with Alzheimer's, dementia, special needs, and disabilities. Walking assistance and guidance assistance whether it is with a gait...
Julie can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, dementia, companionship, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Julie is very caring and very attentive to her client's needs. She is always ready to assist in any way she can. She is a wonderful caregiver, and anyone will be very happy to have her."
Michael P.
4.9
(8)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I cared for my mother before she passed away at the age of 16. I administrated shots, and her pills. I gave her baths daily. I made all meals and kept the house clean, she walked with a walker. For the past 30 years, I have helped my brother by preparing his medications, and taking him to doctor appts., and after surgery care....
Rosie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, companionship, dementia, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Rosie is a caring and compassionate person.
She went above and beyond for all of the residents in her care. She was dedicated and loyal to her position. You won't get a better caretaker than Rosie!"
Linda B.
Wanda O.
Hammond, IN
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Am Looking For CNA/ HHA I Have A Certificate In Alzheimer Care. I Am Looking For Full Time Work .
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Before getting into care-giving I was a medical assistant. I worked in a family care facility along with a cardiologist. They are a husband, wife team. I really have a great compassion for the elderly and after working with a broad spectrum of health care I felt we need to standup and help the elderly, after all who was there...
Wanda can also help with: Respite care, dementia, home modification, personal care
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Wanda has a kind heart. She's trustworthy and dedicated to anyone she takes care of. She is very qualified in her field.. And I would highly recommend her to care for anyone's loved ones!!"
Karen D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Compassionate caregiver with over 15years experience working with the elderly in facilities and at private residences. I am passionate about elder care. I am responsible, reliable, respectful and trustworthy. I pay attention to details and can help organize medication boxes and schedule appointments. I am willing to do light...
Olayinka F can also help with: Dementia, companionship, live-in home care, hospice services, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
CNA
Dorothy U.
Schererville, IN
$19-24/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
With over 6years of dedicated experience in senior care, I am a compassionate caregiver; passionate about providing personalized support to elderly individuals, assisting with daily living activities while fostering a warm and engaging environment. My expertise includes Companionship, managing medication schedules, facilitating...
Dorothy can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, home modification, mobility assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Her commitment with the clients is overrated . she's focused, details oriented , loving and passionate about her job. Everybody loved her"
Care member
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Recent caregiver reviews in Thornton, IL
Willa H.
5.0
Willa is an angel! Honest, dependable and easy going. I would absolutely recommend Willa and would happily hire her again.
- Care member
Caroline C.
5.0
Caroline was very conscientious and caring. Friendly disposition and provided loving care for my wife.
- Care member
Donna F.
5.0
She's a great person to work with. She is also caring person
- Netta L.
Heidi K.
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 sure things go well like setting up...
- Christine S.
Shalondra N.
5.0
She is very caring and respectful of the situation. During my mom's hospice, Shalondra treated her as if it were her own family. She made my mom's last few days very peaceful and comfortable.
- Jorge A.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Thornton, IL
What caregiver services can I find near me in Thornton, IL?
Most private senior caregiver services in Thornton, 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 Thornton.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Thornton, IL in 2024?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Thornton, IL on Care.com as of December, 2024 is $20.00 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 Thornton, IL?
There are currently 2 caregivers in Thornton, IL on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Thornton, 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 Thornton before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Thornton, IL background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Thornton, 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.