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Sarah N.


Lake Zurich, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

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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, meal prep, light cleaning, transportation
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Mariia B.


Lake Zurich, IL

$20-50/hr20 yrs exp

Trustworthy Caregiver With A Personal Touch

Hello! My name is Maria, and I am 63 years old. I am a kind and hardworking person with a lot of life experience. I have a wonderful family, including my husband, daughter, and two grandchildren. I was born and raised in Ukraine, where I worked as an engineer-technologist and owned a small clothing store. Five years ago, I...
Mariia can also help with: Companionship, live-in home care, light cleaning, transportation, meal prep
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Derick K.


Lake Zurich, IL

$18-28/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

I have over 15 years experience as a caregiver. I can help with Transportation Services and Errands, plus many other ADLs such as light housekeeping, bathing assistance, companionship, transfer assistance, meal preparation, medication reminders, etc. I have training in Alzheimer's and dementia care, and a lot of experience...
Derick can also help with: Dementia, personal care, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, live-in home care & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

I am compassionate and experienced in providing health care to an aging population. I provide respectful support for elders and their families to promote independence, safety, and companionship. I'd describe my personality as confident, calm, and funny. I like caring for seniors because they are undervalued. Everyone will...
Grace can also help with: Home modification, respite care, light cleaning, hospice services, personal care, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

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Donna E.


Barrington, IL

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Like Family

It has been a joy to meet the needs of elders and receive the wisdom they have shared in our rapport. I've enjoyed elder caregiving for over 10 years. I've maintained a close working relationship with clients and their families. Responsibilities have included medication management, Dr. visits and calls, physical therapy...
Donna can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, errands, transportation, meal prep
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Nancy R.


Wauconda, IL

$20/hr

Senior Companion

Loneliness is not an option! My mother lived with me for years until. her passing. I assisted her for several years with daily living, bathing, feeding, appointments, medications, and gave her companionship.
Nancy can also help with: Companionship, errands, dementia, transportation
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Belen H.


Island Lake, IL

$15-50/hr9 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My duties include but not limited: Assisting with activities of daily living, following the clients customized care plan, reminding client when to take medications, preparing meals, performing light housekeeping, offering companionship, running errands, driving or assisting clients to appointments and activities. I am a very...
Belen can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, hospice services, respite care, personal care
I'm friendly, compassionate, attentive, empathetic, optimistic, resilient, energetic, calm demeanor, responsible, dependable and a non-smoker. I enjoy caring for others bc I understand the value and need of a caregiver, from personal and professional experience. I have 20 years experience in caregiving. 20years w children w...
Brandy can also help with: Errands, transportation, light cleaning, home modification, mobility assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Tina W.


Wauconda, IL

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Caregiver

I'm a certified Caregiver with 3 years of experience. I have worked in a nursing home, live in care and home care. My duties have been lighthouse keeping, cooking, feeding, dressing, bathing, transferring (hoyer/gbelt), checking vital signs, documenting, companionship and more.. I would be more than glad to have an opportunity...
Tina can also help with: Live-in home care

Monica P.


Crystal Lake, IL

$25-35/hr6 yrs exp

Compassionate Senior Care With 6 Years Of Experience

With over six years of hands-on experience in senior care, I provide dependable and personalized support to help your loved one feel safe, comfortable, and cared for at home. My services include: - Companionship and emotional support - Meal prepping tailored to dietary needs - Light housekeeping and laundry - Running errands...
Monica can also help with: Dementia, respite care, hospice services, errands, meal prep, light cleaning & more
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Brenda B.


Gilberts, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Great Companion

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: Companionship, light cleaning, errands
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...

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Lilian C.


Buffalo Grove, IL

$15-29/hr8 yrs exp

Senior Care Is A Calling And Needs Passionate People

I have experience with dementia patients, cancer, hospice, Hoyer lifting and transferring, tube feeding, companionship, meal preps, bathing and all daily needs. I've been in the industry since 2016. My mission is to enhance the lives of aging adults and their families by providing : 1. PERSONAL CARE which involves direct...
Lilian can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, errands, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"I had Lily to care for my mother. She was compassionate and took care of her so well until she passed. She also took care of my mother in law until she went into memory care. I can highly recommend Lily for elder care."

Care member

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Cheryl J.


Hampshire, IL

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time/Full-Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Cheryl. I have been a caregiver for 18 years, and I enjoy what I do. I have cared for people of all ages (infants to elderly) with all different needs. I'm experienced in; -Dementia -Wound care -Toileting -Hospice -Bed bound -Meal preparation -Bathing -Grooming -Transportation -Companionship I look forward to the...
Cheryl can also help with: Dementia, visiting physician, hospice services, home modification, personal care, live-in home care & more
5.0
"Cheryl is patient, kind, laid-back and fun. She has a calming effect on my step-father, who suffers from dementia."

Jennifer J.

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Stacey H.


Hanover Park, IL

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

CPR Certificate

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi I am trained and experienced in caregiving essentials such as: Dementia Communications Strategies Anxiety Reduction Social Interaction Cognitive Support Warm Companionship Games and Activities Meals and Feeding Support Dressing Assistance Wheelchair Transfer Personal Hygiene You can call and text at anytime Thank...
Stacey can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, errands, dementia, hospice services, home modification & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

CPR

5.0
"Stacey was so very helpful. I would definitely recommend her and I would also hire her again!"

Deanna W.

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Lacey G.


Richmond, IL

$27/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been a caregiver for over 15 years and there is nothing in the world that I love more. I have experience with dementia, Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, Diabetes, Wound care, and amputated limbs. Meal prep, medication reminder, companion, shopping and light house keeping. I'm very outgoing, physically active and passionate about...
Lacey can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, errands, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services & more
5.0
"Lacey is the most compassionate and competent caregiver any family can be fortunate enough to have. She took care of my mom for years until she passed. She has become family to us. "

Care member

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Precent M.


Prospect Heights, IL

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Experience and Passion

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

- [x] Morning, my name is Precent, I am a male caregiver/ companion and special needs care provider with a vast amount of experience, over 8 years of paid work experience. I do homemaking, non medical Homecare, companionship, personal assistant duties and help with personal hygiene. My first goal is my clients safety and comfort...
5.0
"Precent did an amazing job with my father before he went into a nursing home. What I appreciated most about him was that he kept me up to date with anything dealing with my father. There was an incident where he accompanied my father to the hospital And was able...

Toni W.

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Gretchen V.


Saint Charles, IL

$20-25/hr9 yrs exp

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, light cleaning, errands, dementia, hospice services, home modification & more
Skills:

CPR

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"She is a truly caring person, we feel like she is part of the family now. She is trustworthy and that is important when inviting someone into your home. I can't find words to express how grateful we are for her kindness and caring service."

Valeri P.

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Samia A.


Hanover Park, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

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: Dementia, live-in home care, hospice services, visiting physician, personal care
5.0
"In my opinion, Samia is one of the best caregivers working in the field. If you are looking for someone who is compassionate, and will go the extra mile, then she is the caregiver for you. I cannot express enough how professional and caring she is. I would trust...

Forres B.

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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: Dementia, visiting physician, personal care, home modification, visiting nurse, respite care & more
Skills:

CNA

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Jodie T.


Fox Lake, IL

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

4.0

(6)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have over 20yrs of experience taking care of the elderly with Alzheimer's disease. 3yrs experience as a medical assistant. I was 18yrs old when I became a caregiver when my grandmother was placed into an assisted living due to having Alzheimer and could no longer care for herself. I wanted to be closer to my grandmother & take...
Jodie can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, errands, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:

CPR

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"I worked with Jodie for 1 year at a private client house. She is very experienced, super sweet, kindhearted, and fun to work with. She is willing to go out of her way to be accommodating. She truly puts her clients first!! She a hard worker. I truly recommend...

Dina A.

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Recent companion care reviews in Cary, IL

Brenda B.

5.0

Conscious and does a great job. Will go above and beyond to do a great job.

- Care member

Lilian C.

5.0

I had Lily to care for my mother. She was compassionate and took care of her so well until she passed. She also took care of my mother in law until she went into memory care. I can highly recommend Lily for elder care.

- Care member

Cheryl J.

5.0

Cheryl is patient, kind, laid-back and fun. She has a calming effect on my step-father, who suffers from dementia.

- Jennifer J.

Stacey H.

5.0

very reliable, kind and experienced. The best!

- John G.

Lacey G.

5.0

Lacey was wonderful at a time when she was needed the most for my family.

- Care member

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