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Jasmyn B.


Justice, IL

$20-30/hr3 yrs exp

Senior Care Companion

5.0

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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: Personal care, specialized care, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, errands & more
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Julie Ann O.


Chicago, IL

$25/hr9 yrs exp

Companionship

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi. I'm Julie been working in the health care environment for at least 12 years now. working sometimes as a part time in assisted living facility for almost 11 years as a CNA.
Julie Ann can also help with: Meal prep, live-in home care, errands, dementia, light cleaning, companionship & more
5.0
"She is very knowledgeable and well experienced. Very compassionate and sweet. She is truly an assets for a family that seeking for a professional health care service."

Maricris R.

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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: Dementia, home modification, light cleaning, hospice services, companionship, errands & more
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Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

5.0
"Patti is such a great help to my mom who is 89 and wants to remain independent. Patti is extremely flexible about the number of days, number of hours, and which days are convenient. This was very important to my mom. We are so blessed to have someone so close and...

Anne R.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

As a Senior Caregiver, I offer a compassionate and empathetic personality, combined with over five years of experience working in senior care. I am a highly skilled caregiver, with expertise in assisting clients with activities of daily living, medication administration, and monitoring vital signs. Additionally, I have a strong...
Claudia can also help with: Light cleaning, live-in home care, meal prep, transportation, errands
5.0
"Cannot recommend Claudia enough! She swooped in super last minute when our usual caregiver called out for the night - Claudia was on her way over within an hour! She is super sweet, very smart and needed no direction at all for the job. She was wonderful with my...

Ciara G.

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Ana C.


Chicago, IL

$20-35/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: Companionship, live-in home care, personal care, hospice services, dementia
5.0
"Ana has been absolutely amazing!! She has helped care for my 93 year old grandmother, who has beginning stages of dementia. She is very reliable, dependable and does an amazing job! She makes sure that she is eating and drinking enough, bathed, and properly taking...

Jennifer K.

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Arnold A.


Chicago, IL

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as hardworking, honest & reliable. I enjoy my job as a caregiver because I love helping other people. I always treat them as my own family. Respect them and give the treat that they deserve. I'm looking for a job that need my help. So, I can apply my experienced & knowledge as a caregiver. I...
Arnold can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, hospice services, live-in home care, companionship & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Arnold looked after my husband for more than two years. He always showed up on time and was very reliable, compassionate, and trustworthy. He always treated my husband very gently and respectfully. He really cared for him like his own father. My husband's...

Sadhna S.

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Michelle P.


Westchester, IL

$30-37/hr9 yrs exp

Senior Care Giver , Assistent, Help With Meal Prep And Cleaning

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been a care giver since since 2014 I have helped clients with dementia, Parkinson, MS, Wheel chair bond and others. I am also experience with drip lines colostomy bags feeding tubes and ulcers. Meal planning and prep assist with feeding * Bathing / Dressing * Companionship * Meal Preparation * Medication Management /...
Michelle can also help with: Dementia, errands, hospice services, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning & more
5.0
"We could not have asked for someone better to care for our mother with MS. Michelle was her primary caretaker for years and always went above and beyond what was asked of her. In addition to taking care of my mother's physical needs, Michelle provided great...

Wesley D.

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Jurate C.


Chicago, IL

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

Full Time Or Part Time Caregiver Available.

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

My experience has been providing companionship to seniors, cooking for them, cleaning, doing their laundry, taking them to the doctor's appointments and anywhere they need to go. I take care of them as if they are my own family. Seniors deserve that and much more. My experience includes being companions to the elderly and/or...
Jurate can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, respite care, personal care
5.0
"I had a mistake review of J on here before that was meant for another caregiver. J is very kind and calm and has a very calming energy. Our schedule was changing a lot so I couldn't give J a normal schedule. If you have a parent who needs a kind and gentle...

Kathy D.

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Martha O.


Chicago, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced and responsible caregiver with 15+ years of experience proving the best care for the best clients/patients. I have worn many hats as the caregiver, companion, personal assistant, CNA and even babysitter! I provide well-rounded care and treat my clients with the utmost respect as I lead with kindness and patience. My...
Martha can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, personal care, respite care & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"I am a RN. Martha took care of my Dad while he was still at home. When he moved to assisted living, my Dad asked Martha to continue as his caregiver. Martha is extremely competent, detail oriented, and most importantly kind and compassionate. In addition to...

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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, errands, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia & more
5.0
"She is very caring always on time she has a great personality"

Samantha G.

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Ruslana K.


River Grove, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have experience helping with seniors which includes Bathing/Dressing, helping with medication and meal preparations. I love to engage and interact with my senior companions. I am kind, compassionate, funny, and caring. I am a very patient person. I love for the elderly to talk about their lives. I like caring for seniors...
Ruslana can also help with: Transportation, companionship, live-in home care, dementia, personal care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Ruslana an honest, responsible, hardworking and diligent young woman who is passionate to help others."

Oleksandra O.

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Michelle M.


Clarendon Hills, IL

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Caregiver/Companion/Assistant

Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood

My name is Michelle and I have over 10 years experience as a CNA/caregiver. I enjoy working with seniors and helping those in need. I'm available for short visits (minimum 2 hours max 4 hours). I offer the following services: Transportation to/from doctor appointments Physical Therapy (regular exercise) Assistance with...
Michelle can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, errands, home modification, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"Michelle was a joy to be around after my difficult recovery from surgery. She was neat and tidy, kind and professional, friendly and warm, and immediately put me at ease when we met. She helped me with meals, medications, repositioning, showering, getting dressed...

Jenny D.

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Erika M.


Chicago, IL

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Let Me Help You

4.0

(1)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Your parents or grandparent or even a sick relative is someone that you wish you had time to take care of or visit more often for companionship. I understand that it is rough for you to be in many places at one time. Let me help you. I am here to offer my services as a companion for your senior loved one. Let me take your...
Erika can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands
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Ann H.


Villa Park, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Worked for 3. 5 years helping with a 93-year-old retiree who suffered from multiple strokes and early onsite dementia and Alzheimer's. My duties included grocery shopping, taking to doctor appointments, outings with family and friends. I also did light housekeeping, hygiene care, prepared meals and was a constant companion....
Ann can also help with: Errands, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, personal care & more
5.0
"Ann cared for my mother on several occasions over a period of 8 years. She started helping Mom when she needed less assistance--doing household chores, following through on exercises--and as Mom developed more serious health problems, Ann was always there for our...

Diane S.

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Safija K.


Chicago, IL

$25-30/hr9 yrs exp

CNA

I have been a home health aide for the elderly for over 13 years. Besides being a home health aide, I was a CNA at a nursing home for a number of years. I have helped provide personal care to my patients including but not limited to bathing, dressing, skin care, and preparation of meals. I make sure my patients take their...
Safija can also help with: Errands, companionship, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, home modification & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"October 9, 2017 To whom it may concern, I know Safija over 10 years. We met through work and since than we become friends. During this time I had opportunity to closely observe Safija through our daily interactions. Safija has not only delivered...

Mirsada K.

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Kari B.


Chicago, IL

$14-20/hr

Gentle Companion

I'd describe my personality as kind, hardworking, and sincere. I like caring for seniors because they have so much wisdom to share! I'm looking for a job that allows me to contribute to my family. I started caring for seniors when my grandfather became ill in 2007. In my spare time, I like to bake, cook, and play video...
Kari can also help with: Home modification, personal care, respite care, light cleaning, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

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Dominique A.


Chicago, IL

$18-28/hr

Providing Companionship

I'd love to help care for your loved one and make sure they are getting what they need to thrive or at the very least stay comfortable. I offer compassionate care and an empathetic ear. I'm eager to hear your loved ones stories about their lives. It would be an honor to learn from them.
Dominique can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, dementia
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Chelsea C.


Chicago, IL

$15-30/hr8 yrs exp

Caregiver/Companion

Greetings, friends! I have been caregiving and providing companionship for over 8 years. I enjoy working directly with my clients and their families to ensure that everyone is happy and satisfied with the care provided. I am compassionate, detail-oriented, and a quick learner who takes pride in being able to contribute my...
Chelsea can also help with: Live-in home care, respite care, personal care, dementia
Skills:

CNA

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Diane L.


Chicago, IL

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hi my name is Diane & I have been a caregiver for 10+ years now. Love what I do, find it very rewarding & treat the my clients with dignity & respect. Have reference upon request, have been with several family from start to end of life & will always treat them like I would treat my own family. Have worked with agencies, just not...
Diane can also help with: Errands, dementia, live-in home care, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep & more
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Laura B.


Oak Park, IL

$20/hr

Home Healthcare

Committed to helping individuals maintain the highest possible level of independent living. Highly dependable and compassionate. Strong belief in the importance of companionship and support in the home. I am a currently licensed RN, now seeking to work one on one, doing home health in my local areas. I have many years of...

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Recent companion care reviews in River Forest, IL

Julie Ann O.

5.0

She is very knowledgeable and well experienced. Very compassionate and sweet. She is truly an assets for a family that seeking for a professional health care service.

- Maricris R.

Patti B.

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 at appointments. I trust Patti and...

- Vickie K.

Claudia G.

5.0

Cannot recommend Claudia enough! She swooped in super last minute when our usual caregiver called out for the night - Claudia was on her way over within an hour! She is super sweet, very smart and needed no direction at all for the job. She was wonderful with my mother and we will absolutely be...

- Ciara G.

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

Arnold A.

5.0

Arnold looked after my husband for more than two years. He always showed up on time and was very reliable, compassionate, and trustworthy. He always treated my husband very gently and respectfully. He really cared for him like his own father. My husband's condition deteriorated a lot towards the...

- Sadhna S.

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