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Alexandra R.


Barrington, IL

$18-25/hr3 yrs exp

All Though I Do Not Have Formal Training, Families Can Trust My Heart Is Dedicated To Offering Help

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I'm compassionate and patient individual with a deep passion for helping others. My life experiences, including raising 3 children now young adults, have equipped me with the empathy, attentiveness, and nurturing qualities needed to support seniors with grace and care. Though I do not have formal training, I bring years of...
Alexandra can also help with: Mobility assistance, transportation, errands
Skills:

CPR

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Demberel B.


Arlington Heights, IL

$35-36/hr2 yrs exp

Compassionate Girl

5.0

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I am a positive and energetic mother of 3 adult children. I have 1 year of experience. I can help with light house cleaning, cooking, Transportation Services and Errands/Shopping. Good listener and a great companion.
Demberel can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning, companionship, errands, dementia, meal prep & more
5.0
"Demberel worked for us caring for my 98 yr old father while another caregiver was on vacation. She was new to my father and his daily routine and she picked up things very quickly. She has a very compassionate side and tried very hard to be a companion to my father...

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Diane S.


Algonquin, IL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

HHA/ Home Health Assistant/

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I have received my CNA/ HHA experience and continued education in hospitals, rehab, and private care in homes for several years. I have several years experience in all ADL's- assisted daily living activities. I am a compassionate, considerate, and reliable female, encouraging a positive environment for a loved ones...
Diane can also help with: Personal care, errands, light cleaning, companionship, mobility assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

Wound Care

Home Health Aide

CPR

5.0
"Diane was very good with my mom ,she has a heart and soul of a Saint ! And a lot of patience I'm am very blessed to have found her! She has helped me out a lot and very understanding and helpful ! I really appreciate all she has done !"

Colleen H.

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Kerry F.


Wauconda, IL

$23-25/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate, Experienced CNA, Hospice Care & Companionship.

Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I have over 20 years of experience in healthcare. I have about 15 years of caregiving experience, everything from basic companionship, to assisting those with advanced & complicated health issues, to hospice & end of life care. I'm a CNA, caregiver & a former nursing student. Through my past work experience, I've been...
Kerry can also help with: Errands, dementia, hospice services, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Wound Care

CNA

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Kerry truly loves her job and is committed to providing the best individual care possible. She demonstrates an extensive knowledge of Alzheimer's which she utilizes to provide kind, empathetic and attentive care for her patients. She is super considerate and...

Tracey V.

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Belinda S.


Streamwood, IL

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Personal Care/aide Assistant,available For Care giving Companionship, part Time Or Full Time

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

-20+years of experience of Care Giving *patient care/senior care/companion care/home care/medical &non medical -Certified Nursing Assistant and studied Gerontology (Study of aging) -dependable, patient, friendly, and compassionate. -Stroke, Alzheimer's, Dementia , Memory Care, ALS, Parkinson's, Diabetes experienced. -meal...
Belinda can also help with: Respite care, hospice services, personal care, dementia, visiting physician, live-in home care & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

4.0
"I hired Belinda on a Tuesday to start on Friday. The next day, our regular weekday caregiver could not come, and Belinda changed her plans to accommodate starting that day instead. She stepped in at the last minute and figured out everything without a problem. It...

Dawn W.

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Jennifer D.


Wauconda, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver For Senior Citizens Full Or Part-time.

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

My experience caring for others started with me caring for my grandmother. She was wheelchair bound with Dementia and Parkinson's. I took care of her in her home and as she declined I moved her into my home. She was with me for over 3 yrs and I cared for her 24/7. Duties included companionship, feeding, help with hygiene,...
Jennifer can also help with: Dementia, companionship, errands, home modification, hospice services, mobility assistance & more
Skills:

CNA

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Jennifer is fantastic with everyone! She has a special gift for care of the elderly, and those with dementia/Alzheimer's/Parkinson's. I am an RN and have seen Jennifer work 1:1 with her clients for years. Her clients perk up the minute they see or hear her: they...

Gwenn O.

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Lesley D.


Palatine, IL

$22/hr6 yrs exp

I'm a student pursing an Associates Degree in Nursing. I have 6 years experience with Alzheimer's, dementia, and geriatric care. I can help with medication reminders, light house work, meaningful and joyful companionship, activities of daily living, etc. I am very compassionate and caring. I will ensure your loved one is always...
Lesley can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, personal care & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Lesley is vey professional & completes task and activities of daily living with a great level of proficiency and care. She is kind & compassionate and overall a dependable worker. Is great with even the most challenging individuals due to her understanding of...

Juliette G.

My name is Lisa. I have been a caregiver for over 10 years. I have worked in assisted living environments as well as home care. Over the years I have had experience with a variety of needs: stroke, Alzheimer's, dementia, muscular dystrophy, Parkinson's, companion care, etc. I can help your loved one with their personal needs...
Lisa can also help with: Light cleaning, live-in home care, hospice services, meal prep, errands, dementia & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"I messaged Lisa when my live-in caregiver's daughter had a destination wedding five years ago. She became my respite caregiver, and has always found time in her busy life to help with every need. Lisa has a spirit that is exceedingly rare. I admire her stamina to...

Chris W.

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Liz M.


Island Lake, IL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Personal Care Attendant And Cooking, Feeding, Companion Ship, Cleaning Looking For Live-in Job.

I have over 14 years experience as a caregiver. The last 3 and half years I have been taking care for 96-year-old lady in her home and next for her very seriously disease son until he passed away. So, I am looking for new job. I am very quiet, nice, honest person. My seniors treat me like part of family. I love to walk, swim,...
Liz can also help with: Meal prep, live-in home care, dementia, companionship, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

5.0
"Elizabeth has a very caring,loving, patient person. I call her our Earth Angel, because she came into our lives when we needed someone to take care of my grandmother, until her death. Elizabeth was wonderful to my grandmother. Elizabeth's duties for my...

Tracy K.

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Ruta Z.


Palatine, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Night Time Shift Caregiver/Companion

I am a very caring, responsible, and organized person and have had 25 more years of experience. I like what I do because I love to help seniors and see them happy. I am interested in night time shifts.
Ruta can also help with: Home modification, personal care, visiting nurse, respite care, visiting physician, dementia & more
Skills:

CNA

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Sylwia P.


Hoffman Estates, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My duties include but not limited to: *Companionship, *home care, *light housekeeping, *meal planning and preparation, *mobility assistance, *daily activity supervision, *inside and outside home activities, *bathing, *feeding, *dressing, *hygiene, *medication reminders and much more.
Sylwia can also help with: Home modification, live-in home care, respite care, personal care, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Sylwia is an absolute blessing to our family! She is a phenomenal caregiver. Sylwia is compassionate, kind, and trustworthy. She is taking care of our 92 year old grandmother with the utmost respect, love, patience, and kindness. We are so grateful to have...

Lacey R.

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Ellen R.


Arlington Heights, IL

$25/hr1 yrs exp

Thoughtful Caregiver With Helping Hands & Heart

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Ellen and I'm a mother of 4 with all of my children in full day school this year. I'm looking to lend my skills to another family with an elderly relative/s who need some assistance in day to day activities, companionship, etc. I am passionate about the senior population and have worked in a dementia unit in a...
Ellen can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands, personal care
5.0
"Ellen was a caring, professional caregiver that took great interest in her job and the well-being of our mom. She followed up with an update after each senior visit to let us know how things went and if there were any concerns. We highly recommend Ellen for your...

Cathy M.

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Jolanta P.


Palatine, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Caregiver 20 Years Exp.

I am a strong polish/american senior woman who has cared for seniors for over 20 years, seeking position for 24 hour overnight care 3-5/ 24 hour shifts per week. Also available now for in home day care 5 hour minimum. My previous client of 2 years has transitioned with hospice. Interviewing for new position. I am confident in my...
Jolanta can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, companionship, errands, light cleaning, live-in home care & more
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"I would highly recommend Yolanta. She took very good care of my Dad. He suffered from Dementia & blood cancer. In the beginning my Dad didn't need much help. Medication reminders & meals prepared. She genuinely cared about my Dad. He liked her. They would have...

Lisa C.

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Carrie T.


Crystal Lake, IL

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Health/Companion Care

H! My name is Carrie... I'm here to help with care for yourself or a loved one. I am a uniquely experienced yoga teacher with a history of caring for seniors and others. Can help with lots of tasks... home care, medication reminders, companionship, errands, light house work grocery shopping, pet care, movement and mobility...
Carrie can also help with: Visiting physician, dementia, personal care, mobility assistance, companionship
Skills:

CPR

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been working for an Agency for almost 3 years as a caregiver. Helped with bathing , cooking , feeding , running errands. As well as just there for companionship ((: I have experience with elders on wheelchairs, deaf, dementia.
Guadalupe can also help with: Personal care, companionship, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, dementia & more
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Sarah N.


Lake Zurich, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hello My name is Sarah. I have recently, retired from working after 29 years. I have worked with special needs/senior adults in all capacities. I have decided now that I would like to work only part time with the elderly. I'm looking more for companion/assistant positions. I don't have the medical background so I'm not able to...
Sarah can also help with: Errands, transportation, meal prep, light cleaning
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Monica B.


Schaumburg, IL

$22-50/hr3 yrs exp

I Take Too Senior Care

Time management Initiative Communication Positivity Flexibility Teamwork Relevant experience Ability to work under pressure Ability to manage stress Cleanliness "Enthusiastic, confident and friendly." Firstly, seniors often have a wealth of life experience and wisdom to share, which can be incredibly enriching for...
Monica can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, transportation, dementia, home modification
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Patricia L.


Algonquin, IL

$14-19/hr6 yrs exp

Personal Assistant

I have worked as a personal assistant for many of years. I help with a companion ship, housekeeping, meal prep and anything else that you might need in the home.
Patricia can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, errands, live-in home care, meal prep, dementia & more
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Nina D.


Hoffman Estates, IL

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Caregiver Available.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Nina, I am a nursing graduate in the Philippines and have experience taking care of seniors. I am highly capable and dependable professional with good values, compassionate heart and had a lot of extensive experience in providing prompt and friendly service/senior care which are personal hygiene care, meal...
Nina can also help with: Personal care, respite care, dementia
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Hi! I'm Vanessa and i'm 23! I haven't had any experience in elderly care besides helping to assist my grandparents, but I was a nanny for 3+ years. I am great at meal prep and cooking. I was a house cleaner for 2 years, so i'm good at keeping up with dishes and laundry. I am great at staying on schedule and remembering to help...
Vanessa can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, dementia, meal prep, transportation, companionship & more

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Recent companion care reviews in Barrington, IL

Demberel B.

5.0

Demberel worked for us caring for my 98 yr old father while another caregiver was on vacation. She was new to my father and his daily routine and she picked up things very quickly. She has a very compassionate side and tried very hard to be a companion to my father picking up old photo albums and...

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Diane S.

5.0

Dee was a lifesaver for our family. My husband suffered from vascular dementia. Dee cared for him while I worked and when his disease became the worst. She was so patient with him as he was still physically strong, quite mobile and fiercely independent. He loved to work in the yard and garage even...

- Lori G.

Kerry F.

5.0

Kerry truly loves her job and is committed to providing the best individual care possible. She demonstrates an extensive knowledge of Alzheimer's which she utilizes to provide kind, empathetic and attentive care for her patients. She is super considerate and flexible. We enjoyed having her in our...

- Tracey V.

Belinda S.

4.0

I hired Belinda on a Tuesday to start on Friday. The next day, our regular weekday caregiver could not come, and Belinda changed her plans to accommodate starting that day instead. She stepped in at the last minute and figured out everything without a problem. It was a smooth transition. Although we...

- Dawn W.

Jennifer D.

5.0

Jenn has been a huge lifesaver for our family. She is such a blessing. She has connected with my mother and takes better care of her than I could’ve imagined. Jenn is patient, kind, reliable, caring, knowledgeable, and genuine. She has truly found her calling.

- Mary H.

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