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Tameria W.


Forest Park, IL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Introducing A Very Good Companionship, I Work Well With Other Family Member

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I got it to Caregiver when I was only a freshman in high school because my grandmother was paralyzed I remember a nurse coming over and showing me step-by-step what to do and when she passed away I just feel the need to help others get better because I watched her suffer and now I want to give back because I want to proceed to...
Tameria can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, mobility assistance, companionship, meal prep & more
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Barbara M.


Chicago, IL

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver/Companion

3.3

(3)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

* CNA- Certified Nursing Assistance, Physical Rehabilitation Aide, CPR * 16 Years of experience including private duty, nursing home, hospice: DEMENTIA, ALZHEIMER'S, PARKINSON'S, feeding tube, suffer stroke, oxygen, diabetics, heart failure, cancer, Hoyer lift, etc. *Languages: English, Polish, Russian. * I like working with...
Barbara can also help with: Live-in home care, home modification, hospice services, respite care, dementia, personal care & more
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"Barbara worked with my mom for nearly six years- right up until the day she died. She was a godsend to our family. Initially, we ask Barbara to spend several hours a week with my mom who suffered from dementia. As my mom's dementia worsened, Barbar took on more and...

Katherine B.

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Patricia W.


Bridgeview, IL

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Pat Great Smile, Senior caregiver

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I'm reliable, compassionate empathetic hard working I'm a Certified Nursing Assistant who loves providing care to help your loved ones and family members stay in the privacy of their home. I provide meal preparation assistance with feeding, shopping errands, medication reminders, assists with bedbath, showering and dressing,...
Patricia can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, live-in home care, dementia, respite care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"She is very gentle with our loved one. The care she provides is just what I was looking for!! She is very compassionate."

Care member

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Dwight O.


Chicago, IL

$25-30/hr7 yrs exp

Caregiver For Seniors For Companionship/Dementia (2 Hour Minimum)

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Caregiver for Seniors. I am especially good with clients for companionship or dementia. Two-hour minimum shift. I like to engage in conversation, go with clients on outings. Have worked with 10 families. I'm upbeat, dependable, find creative ways to engage. Am certified caregiver thru Care. com. Less interested in body care. I...
Dwight can also help with: Dementia, companionship
5.0
"Dwight came to our rescue very last-minute to provide senior care to my father over the holidays. He was very patient and flexible with his approach to providing companionship to my dad. I highly recommend Dwight and would definitely re-hire him."

Lisa B.

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Jasmyn B.


Justice, IL

$20-30/hr3 yrs exp

Senior Care Companion

Hi there! I'm a new mom of a wonderful 9-month-old babygirl and I've been working with a fantastic client base and I am looking to take on an additional part time client in a caregiving, house manager or personal assistant capacity. I have over 9 years of combined experience working in schools as a special education...
Jasmyn can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, specialized care, companionship, personal care & more
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Vida V.


Brookfield, IL

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Helping Your Loved Ones To Feel Their Best

Hello there, My name is Vida. I have over 20 years of experience in senior care, providing help in a broad spectrum of help needed, from simple companionship, caring for elders with physical and mental disorders and diseases, to hospice patients, making them comfortable in their last stages of their lives. Duties involved...
Vida can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, errands, live-in home care, companionship, light cleaning & more
5.0
"I have known Vida for around two years ans Vida worked as a live-in caregiver for my elderly mother until a family member was free to continue as caregiver. My mother, who was living at home at the time, welcomed Vida’s much needed assistance as a live-in...

Charles W.

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Ana C.


Chicago, IL

$18-35/hr10 yrs exp

Always Hopeful

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Taking care of the elderly and providing them companionship, love and attention for the past 19 years has been a fulfilling advocacy for me, it does not only give me an opportunity to be able to care and provide love for a special member of your family but also it gives me a chance to be able to share my life with someone who...
Ana can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, hospice services, companionship, personal care
5.0
"Ana is a dependable, caring and capable caregiver who always goes the extra mile. She took great care of me after my spinal surgery, no falls under her care. Ana has a pleasant, upbeat personality that is contagious. She exceeded my expectations by constantly doing...

Care member

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Anita Z.


Bensenville, IL

$20-22/hr10 yrs exp

Patient Emphatic Companion With 20 Years Of Health Care Experience

I have 20 years of in hospital and home care experience. Experience both inpatient and outpatient as a respiratory practitioner. 20 years of personal care for senior citizens. This includes dementia care, general socializing, and hospice care. I treat all people with dignity and respect. I believe one should interact with others...
Anita can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, errands, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

CPR

5.0
"Anita is wonderful. Very kind and caring. Don't hesitate to hire her especially if you need companion help."

Kathy D.

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Patti B.


Elmhurst, IL

$35-50/hr7 yrs exp

Skilled Senior Caregiver/Care Management-Patient Advocate Consultant

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Aging In Place Provider & Consultant - Committed to you or your loved one remaining safely in the home as long as possible, receiving holistic care and ensuring overall well-being. Delivery of over five years of care to a senior with Parkinson's Disease, anxiety and macular degeneration. Exceptionally skilled in documentation...
Patti can also help with: Home modification, dementia, errands, light cleaning, companionship, hospice services & more
Skills:

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Patti has been an amazing caregiver for my mom! She is reliable, organized and indispensable in providing care, oversight and helpfulness for my mom. Patti offered suggestions on how to make household tasks easier for my mom and has been a true advocate for her...

Vickie K.

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Rasa D.


Lyons, IL

$25-35/hr3 yrs exp

Reliable Caregiver

Fun and experienced caregiver can help with med reminders, companionship, laundry, cleaning, errands, daily exercise, bathing, eating, dressing, 2-3 hr in the morning or afternoon.
Rasa can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, errands, mobility assistance, companionship, meal prep & more
5.0
"Rasa is such a wonderful & caring person. She took good care of my Mother who has Parkinson's' Disease. Rasa organized my Mothers' medications and made sure that she took all of her pills. Rasa would get my Mom out of the house and take her for walks around the...

Jennifer U.

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Rosario V.


Chicago, IL

$30/hr10 yrs exp

An Individual Person Whose Compassionate , Reliable , Caring .

I have had 17 years experience in providing basic care to individuals. I am confident in my ability to provide the utmost level care to my patients. My work experience is always focused on direct patient care service which was both rewarding and valuable. My skills is capable of companion and respite care, g-tube , feeding,...
Rosario can also help with: Live-in home care, errands, light cleaning, personal care, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"She is always had a pleasant disposition and a smile , even at 2 o' clock in the morning. If i should need the services of a caregiver again , I would hire only her. Highly recommend. "

Care member

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Lori A.


Justice, IL

$17-25/hr9 yrs exp

I'm a hardworking, reliable lady who also loves the companionship I get through working with the elderly! I've been working in home health care for 8 years and enjoy it tremendously. Cooking, cleaning and helping with personal needs are what I can help your loved one with.
Lori can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, errands, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning & more
5.0
"She is very caring always on time she has a great personality"

Samantha G.

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Patty B.


Chicago, IL

$20-23/hr10 yrs exp

Live In Companion/Homemaker Caregiver

I am 54 yrs , Born in Chicago. I am vaccinated If you have who still resides in their home but needs 24/7 assistance's with oversight with daily activities such as cooking, bathing, daily hygiene, give medications ... my assistance has been provide fro several senior citizens in the past I have many Talents of caring for ill and...
Patty can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, errands, live-in home care, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"I have MS and need meal prep, help with mobility, etc. She keeps me healthy, assures that I exercise to maintain my muscle tone and most importantly keeps my mind active. Laughter and a delight!"

Patricia P.

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Corazon N.


Westmont, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Responsible Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a mother of two and have 20 years plus of experience with senior care. I have experience with Parkinson's, stroke, dementia and Alzheimer's care. I also have experience in g-tube feeding. I can help with meal preparation, light housekeeping, companionship, Transportation Services and Bathing/Dressing. I'm also Covid...
Corazon can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, errands, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Cora is a very dependable, trustworthy, and kind person who took care of our family member with Parkinson’s for 3 years, 3 evenings a week. I would recommend her as a caregiver to anyone. "

Care member

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Grazyna A.


Berwyn, IL

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

Senior Assistant

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I was a main caregiver for my late Mother for more than 10 years. I was a caregiver for a lovely Lady with Alzheimer's disease for last 6 years. She recently moved to a nursing home. I was responsible for all her needs like administering medicine, filling up medicine boxes, doing grocery shopping, preparing meals, helping with...
Grazyna can also help with: Personal care, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, transportation
5.0
"Grace is the best caregiver anyone can ask for. She took care of our mom, who has Alzheimer's, for over 7 years. She is dependable, kind, considerate, understanding, helpful, caring, attentive, compassionate and very devoted to her work. We were extremely lucky...

Ed D.

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Sheree B.


Westchester, IL

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Home Health Aide Available Full-Time Personal Care Attendant Looking For Part-Time Work Available

Home Sweet Home Care - La Grange, IL August 2017 to Present Monitors patient condition by observing physical and mental condition, intake and output, and exercise. Companionships, Supports patients by providing housekeeping and laundry services household requirements; preparing and serving meals and snacks; Cleaning, Sanitation
Sheree can also help with: Personal care, respite care, dementia
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Sheree's very nice with a loving personality... She's excellent with children... Very professional... And she exceed above and beyond all expectations..."

Ashley O.

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Laura M.


Cicero, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Laura, I am 48 years old with over 30 years experience in the healthcare field. For the first 20 years of my career I started working for Hospitals such as Rush & Adventist Hospital to then venturing on to using my skills for Senior Care and Companionship for the past 10 years. Throughout my years of experience...
Laura can also help with: Hospice services, errands, home modification, live-in home care, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Laura, was absolutely amazing in the care of my late mother. In the months leading to her passing, Laura treated her with such compassion, kindness and dignity. She was punctual in all aspects arriving on time, handling medication, log ins, sticking to bathing and...

Camiliana V.

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Tina S.


Chicago, IL

$30-35/hr8 yrs exp

Home Health Aide, Personal Care Attendant, Available For Companionship, House Keeping, & Meal Prep.

I have 9 1/2 and a half years of experience, & a few letters of recommendations. I've had three clients, and I took excellent care of them. I did physical therapy with them, prepared meals, house keeping, laundry, did errands, I took them to doctor appointments, took great care of their medications, & organized them daily. I...
Tina can also help with: Home modification, visiting physician, dementia
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Tina was a great addition to our family."

Mary P.

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Izabela W.


Chicago, IL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Caring Companion Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Izabel. I have over 15 years of experience. Top references. I am looking for a full or part-time job as a caregiver/companion. I provide light housecleaning, cooking, preparing meals, feeding, dressing, bathing, managing medications, doctor appointments, making groceries , walks, physical therapy, and much more ....
Izabela can also help with: Home modification, dementia, errands, light cleaning, companionship, hospice services & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Wound Care

CPR

5.0
"very compassionate with my parents"

Carol M.

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Kristelle C.


Chicago, IL

$30/hr9 yrs exp

Senior Care And Assisted Living For 7 Years

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

provided comfort and companionship towards my clients. Very attentive, patient, compassionate and professional in responding towards clients needs with a caring attitude on treating them with dignity and respect. Previously work with Patients with following conditions: Alzheimers Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary...
Kristelle can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, errands, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Kristelle is a great caregiver—kind, reliable, and dedicated. If you're looking for someone who is responsible, patient and genuinely loves what she does, I highly recommend hiring her!"

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Recent companion care reviews in Forest Park, IL

Barbara M.

5.0

Barbara worked with my mom for nearly six years- right up until the day she died. She was a godsend to our family. Initially, we ask Barbara to spend several hours a week with my mom who suffered from dementia. As my mom's dementia worsened, Barbar took on more and more time until eventually she was...

- Katherine B.

Patricia W.

5.0

She is very gentle with our loved one. The care she provides is just what I was looking for!! She is very compassionate.

- Care member

Dwight O.

5.0

Dwight is a highly intelligent, kind, compassionate person who brings curiosity, empathy, and integrity to his care giving work with older adults. An excellent communicator, Dwight's updates about our loved one's day helps put our minds at ease. Dwight is an excellent creative problem solver, and it...

- Anna F.

Vida V.

5.0

I have known Vida for around two years ans Vida worked as a live-in caregiver for my elderly mother until a family member was free to continue as caregiver. My mother, who was living at home at the time, welcomed Vida’s much needed assistance as a live-in caregiver. Her duties included meal...

- Charles W.

Ana C.

5.0

Ana is a dependable, caring and capable caregiver who always goes the extra mile. She took great care of me after my spinal surgery, no falls under her care. Ana has a pleasant, upbeat personality that is contagious. She exceeded my expectations by constantly doing little extras. I completely...

- Care member

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