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Donald L.
Glenwood, IL
$14-19/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello, I'm Donald, a dedicated certified nursing assistant with a passion for caregiving. I've trained as a certified nursing assistant for three years I aim to provide compassionate support and assistance to those in need. With a commitment to ensuring the well being and comfort of others, I strive to make a positive impact...
Donald can also help with: Specialized care, meal prep, personal care, dementia, light cleaning, companionship & more
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been a care-giver for the past 15 years. During that time, I took care of 8 different seniors, ranging from age 84-99. I have administered medications, given baths, provided transportation to doctor appointments, et cetera. I have provided care-giving services to both men and women.
In addition, I can provide childcare...
Diane can also help with: Home modification, personal care
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"A nice, dependable caregiver who took care of my mother. Very dependable and kind. I would recommend Diane."
John X.
5.0
(1)
I'm an experienced CNA with over 10 years of experience in hospital, long term care and private care duties cases , I also work in hospice care as well . I'm very passionate and dedicated with the care I give as an Caregiver, I empathize, and have compassion with family as I know this stage can be very challenging in life for...
Shatania can also help with: Dementia, errands, meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Shatania we love you as a caregiver you were very attentive to our dad in his time here. We appreciate your help and thanks for always being reliable. "
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.
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, home modification, personal care, dementia
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"She will take good care of your loved one's."
melany R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have helped my father take care of my mother whom has passed with diabetes, kidney disease and heart issues for 5 years. I was trained in Home chemo dialysis so my mother did not have to go get dialysis and it was less stress on her body. I also took care of my 80 heart old Aunt who has passed with dementia and C. O. P. D. for...
Karina can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, hospice services, dementia, home modification, errands & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Wound Care
5.0
"Karina was wonderful. She was so comforting to my mom in law and treated her with such respect and compassion. Always on time and keeps lines of communication open with me with updates on care and appointments. She is an exceptional caregiver."
Carol F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I have been a caregiver for over 20 years. I have experience working with individuals who have dementia and Alzheimer's. I am caring and truly pour my heart into my work. I would love to get to know you and share my work with you!
Wafa can also help with: Dementia, personal care, companionship, mobility assistance
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Wafa offered my mom the most genuine care ever. Every day she came into work with a smile on her face and love in her heart. She was a blessing to my mother in her last years of life and a blessing to our family. We don't know what we would have done without her....
Rania S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
CNA female carring and patient, very attentive with a lot of experience with all kind of. medical conditions. exellent comand of English. Reliable car and high work ethics . nonsmoker and nondrinker.
Anna can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, dementia, errands, light cleaning, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Anna took fantastic care of my 95-year old grandma. I was so happy to have found Anna on care.com. Looking for caregivers can be a difficult process. We really lucked out with Anna, it was important to our family that grandmas care giver spoke Polish. Anna took...
Karen B.
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, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia & 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.
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: Errands, light cleaning, companionship, dementia, hospice services, home modification & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Jola is a very caring and attentive caregiver. I always felt comfortable with her caring for my mother."
Robert K.
Malgorzata Z.
Crown Point, IN
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced And Compassionate Caregiver(CNA) Looking For Full-time Or Part-time Work
4.5
(8)
Hired by 30 families in your neighborhood
I have worked with many different cases including diabetic care, g-tube, respiratory therapy, hospice, wheelchair, Alzheimer's disease and more. I speak English and Polish. I can help with day to day household chores, driving to Doctors appointments, shopping, and activities. I truly enjoy what I do and am looking forward to...
Malgorzata can also help with: Personal care, dementia, hospice services
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Malgorzata is a great caregiver. She is dependable, compassionate, and trustworthy. Malgorzata took very good care of our mother who is 83, and was very attentive to her needs, which we appreciated so much. We would definitely hire Malgorzata as she is very good...
Chris T.
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: Dementia, personal care, live-in home care, respite care, hospice services
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
Daiva P.
Palos Hills, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Daiva. I'm dedicated and compassionate caregiver with a medical background and 19 years of experience working in patients care, both facilities and home environment. Committed to improving overall patient wellbeing and health through professional care and energetic engagement.
I'm organized and thrust worthy person...
Daiva can also help with: Hospice services, errands, personal care, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Daiva is a wonderful, kind, patient caregiver who provided excellent care to my father in law. She worked hard to make him laugh, be active, be comfortable and provide the best quality of life. We have a large family and Daiva was comfortable with our frequent...
Sandra B.
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
(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, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, errands & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"She is very caring, patient and compassionate"
Ann S.
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
**NOT CURRENTLY AVAILABLE **
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: Errands, home modification, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
5.0
"My family hired Pam to assist our 65yr old mother as she had just returned home from an in-patient hospital facility; recovering from Guillian-Barre Syndrome. Our mother had made progress by the time she returned home but was still unable to walk. From the moment I...
Keaton M.
3.0
(2)
My name is Quintisa
I've been doing care-giving/CNA for some years. I've worked with seniors and people with disabilities, all my clients have fallen to love me, and I've done the same, I love helping others and making them feel comfortable with me in their home, I'm very nice. I cook, clean, run errands, do laundry, medication...
Quintisa can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, hospice services, companionship, dementia & more
5.0
"She is great with people from all age groups kindhearted and gentle with people"
Tanisha S.
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: Hospice services, meal prep, dementia, companionship, light cleaning, errands & 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.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love caring for people. . I have 30 plus years of experience with ages ranging from infants to elderly. I have numerous years in the hospital caring for intensive care patients and numerous years in in home care for very challenged children to elderly needing "extra" loving care. I realize the elderly have a lot to give. I...
Kristin can also help with: Home modification, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, companionship, errands & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Kristin is reliable, personable, communicative and professional. Her medical background enables her to add that extra layer of care. My 98 year old mom looks forward to Kristin’s visits and I have so much more peace of mind now that these regular check-ins are...
Fredi K.
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: Errands, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, hospice services, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
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.
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Recent caregiver reviews in University Park, IL
Diane K.
5.0
A nice, dependable caregiver who took care of my mother. Very dependable and kind. I would recommend Diane.
- John X.
Shatania D.
5.0
Shatania we love you as a caregiver you were very attentive to our dad in his time here. We appreciate your help and thanks for always being reliable.
- Care member
Mary D.
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.
Wanda O.
5.0
Wanda is a great person who always treat everyone with kindness and respect. She does her job well and treats people that she works for and her coworkers like family. She is stable and stays at her job for the long term. I highly recommend her. Jen
- Jennifer S.
Karina K.
5.0
Karina was wonderful. She was so comforting to my mom in law and treated her with such respect and compassion. Always on time and keeps lines of communication open with me with updates on care and appointments. She is an exceptional caregiver.
- Carol F.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in University Park, IL
What caregiver services can I find near me in University Park, IL?
Most private senior caregiver services in University Park, 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 University Park.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in University Park, IL in 2025?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in University Park, IL on Care.com as of March, 2025 is $15.00 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 University Park, IL?
There are currently 1 caregivers in University Park, IL on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from University Park, 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 University Park before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in University Park, IL background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in University Park, 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.