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60 dementia care are listed in Darien, IL
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby dementia care is 10 years
Dementia care in Darien, IL
I have been working as a caregiver for a family for 21 years. They were like my own family. My work included hospice care (wound care and medication management, tube feeding, bathing/showering, dressing, tiding the house, cooking and companionship. I have experience with stroke, dementia and Alzheimer diseases. Also worked as a...
Aurelija can also help with: Visiting nurse, dementia, hospice services, visiting physician, personal care, home modification & more
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Barbara, and I am a certified caregiver with many years of experience in helping people.
My hours are very flexible.
I have a great knowledge of diabetes, Parkinson's, Alzheimer's and Dementia disease, cancer, seizures, feeding tubes, oxygen, and using hoyer.
I prepare fresh meals daily, assist with...
Barbara can also help with: Companionship, errands, dementia, mobility assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
5.0
"To whom it may concern,
Barbara cared for our mother at a Nursing Home for almost 8 months. Throughout that time, it was a pleasure knowing that our mom was in good hands. Barbara was very compassionate, helpful, understanding, patient and pro-active in helping...
Gandi M.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 30 years of experience as a CNA. I have worked in several settings including nursing homes, hospitals, and in home health care. Helping others has been my life long passion and I truly enjoy it. My experience is very extensive. I have worked with dementia patients, Alzheimer patients, hospice patients, rehab patients,...
Marylou can also help with: Errands, dementia, meal prep, personal care, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Marylou was outstanding! She took care of my father for several months when he was recovering from surgery. She was always very polite and friendly, and had a very caring demeanor about her. She really knows how to handle just about anything a patient may throw her...
Mark P.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Kelly. I'm a caregiver with 13 years experience (6 yrs paid). Since 2010, I have been hands on with care giving for my own parents and family, including stroke, MS, Parkinson's, epilepsy, diabetes, chf, trauma, surgery recovery, wound care, Alzheimer's and hospice care. I loved what I did so much that I made this...
Kelly can also help with: Hospice services, respite care, personal care, dementia
5.0
"She really cares about your family member just like her own. She is a great cook. And very helpful."
Erica B.
Paula M.
Villa Park, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
36 Years Of Health Care Experience With Senior, Home, And Hospice Care
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been in the health care field for over 45 years. I have worked with mentally challenged, in nursing homes, home care, with dementia, stroke, cancer, heart, and hospice care patient. I love to work with people. I'm also available to do lite housekeeping, errands and meal prep if needed. I am flexible, kind, dependable,...
Paula can also help with: Errands, companionship, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services & more
5.0
"Paula has worked for our family part time, since 2016, both as a day care giver and 24/hour when the care for Mom called for it. She was caring, tender and efficient in her skills and she and Mom developed a very close bond. We would often see things while tending...
Nora M.
Tina O.
Hickory Hills, IL
$23-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Private Duty Experienced Caregiver/CNA Available Full-Time And Over Nights
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I began my career in nursing as a home health aide and worked in numerous hospitals as a CNA. From 2004 to 2009, I worked as a private duty caregiver for an agency. Starting in 2009, I was responsible for a gentleman who had dementia and his wife who was a diabetic and wheelchair bound. He passed away at age 101 in January of...
Tina can also help with: Live-in home care, companionship, hospice services, errands, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
Wound Care
5.0
"Tina assists & cares for my mother in our home. She is very professional, caring, and committed to helping others & making every day their best. I highly recommend Tina for your family's needs."
Karen S.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am very patient and loving with the people I work with, and I am extremely responsible, reliable, and easy-going. You are not only getting a caregiver but a companion and friend as well. I worked in Hinsdale for the last six years with a wonderful lady who had dementia and my most recent patients have been on hospice. I have...
Cindy can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, hospice services, companionship, errands, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Cindy is a highly trained caregiver who truly cares for the person she is taking care of as well as the entire family. Always reliable, has a smile on her face and does everything she could to make our mom know she was in safe, capable hands. To this day Cindy...
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Michelle P.
Westchester, IL
$30-37/hr • 9 yrs exp
Senior Care Giver , Assistent, Help With Meal Prep And Cleaning
5.0
(9)
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: Hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, errands, meal prep & more
5.0
"Michelle took care of my Sister-in-law she had MS and was in a wheelchair for 7 years. Michelle did an excellent job, she is responsible, caring, and stayed with her during hospice till the end. I can't say enough, I would highly recommend Michelle."
JUANITA G.
5.0
(2)
I love being a caregiver providing sincere and compassionate care to seniors. My experience and my expertise in this field has allowed me to improve the quality of life for seniors, and provide families with a peace of mind knowing their loved one is being properly cared for. I can meet and exceed your expectations and provide...
Detris can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, companionship, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Detris has truly been a blessing. My mother has Alzheimer's and my father has post polio. She truly cares about my parent's, while always being professional. She has been with them for 2 years now and as their needs change she comes up with new ideas/solutions. Her...
Audra S.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a certified nursing assistant with 14 years of experience. In rehab, dementia, and home care. With my experience as a CNA, the knowledge and skills that I provide with respect, kindness, compassion, caring with dignity to my work ethics and to my positive support. I can help with bathing, dressing, walking, transferring...
Andres can also help with: Personal care, respite care, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Andy took care of my 94-year-old father-in-law for the last 5-6 weeks of his life. Andy was there until he took his very last breath. My husband and I cannot adequately thank Andy for the care he gave my father-in-law. Andy is very experienced as a senior...
Mara M.
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: Home modification, dementia, light cleaning, errands, hospice services, companionship & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Pam was very receptive to the needs of both the clients. She was especially patient with the patient who was on hospice. She went above and beyond her duties to make sure that everything was right for the clients."
Care member
5.0
(4)
I have more than 20 years of experience as a caregiver and more than 6 years as a hemodialysis technician.
I have a long experience with people suffering from dementia, Alzheimer's.
I enjoy preparing delicious food for lunch or dinner.
Like to surprise people with a variety of delicious breakfasts, lunches, or...
Maria can also help with: Dementia, errands, personal care, meal prep, respite care, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Maria has been a pleasure to work with. She is great with my mom."
Stefanie B.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
With God All Things Are Possible
Hi Family, I'm a CNA who is easygoing, hard working, compassionate, very optimistic, dependable, and dedicated. I have worked with many diverse families and get along with all perfectly well through great conversation and the love of God.
I love taking care of people (The elderly) which tends to...
Tewan can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, dementia, errands, meal prep, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Tewan was a caregiver for my parents for a couple of years and my parents loved her. She was very attentive, caring, and thoughtful. She fulfilled all their needs when they were unable to care for themselves. She did everything from helping my mother exercise to...
Care member
4.9
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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: Home modification, hospice services, companionship, meal prep, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
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.
5.0
(4)
I have 11 years of experience in senior care giving. Most cases I had were Dementia; Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, Lewy body, Paraplegia, Quadriplegia. Available for live-in and come & go. I am reliable, passionate and very dedicated to my job. IDPH eligible and willing to be interviewed at your convenience.
Indira can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, mobility assistance, live-in home care, personal care, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Indira is the most kind and compassionate person. She cares for my 96 & 97 year old parents as if they were her own. She is extraordinarily organized and neat, and is a great cook! "
Care member
5.0
(6)
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: Companionship, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Always on time. Good conversations. Polite and always did what I asked. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
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: Companionship, dementia, errands, light cleaning, personal care, meal prep & 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.
Whitney S.
Justice, IL
$20-39/hr • 10 yrs exp
Compassionate Caregiver Who Loves To Spend Time With The Elderly. I Would Be Of Assistance To You.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a licensed CNA for 19 years. I have worked for an agency, private homes, family home care. I have worked with Dementia, Alzheimer's, Cardiac patients, Disabled, Dialysis, Hospice and Bed ridden patients. I'm Certified in CPR. I'm currently applying for Nursing School next year. I would like to be a Hospice Nurse. I'm...
Whitney can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, dementia, companionship, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"She is a very caring, punctual and reliable person. She was my 83 year old mother caregiver and she was an excellent person. When she left it was hard to replace her we had to go through a few caregiver until my mom was comfortable with one of them and that took...
Viviana R.
Iwona U.
Hickory Hills, IL
$10-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Professional Caregiver/CNA With Over 10 Years Of Experience
5.0
(1)
I am a professional caregiver/CNA with over 10 years of experience in care giving for elderly people and excellent references from previous employers. I am looking for a position where I can use my knowledge and skills to the benefit of someone in need of personal assistance, care and companionship.
I have experience with home...
Iwona can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, errands, personal care, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Iwona worked for my family for 5 years. The only reason she is not with us is that we required more hours and a full time arrangement.
Iwona is conscientious, attentive, innovative and pays careful attention to the needs of the person. She adjusts quickly to the...
Robyn S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Carrie. Prior to becoming a caregiver, I was a Cosmetologist and a Cosmetology teacher. I have always loved working with people. I used to care for a lady who had a rare neurological disease called cortical basal degeneration. It is so rare that they had no set treatment for it. She was dependent on me for everything...
Carrie can also help with: Dementia, errands, companionship, mobility assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"Carrie went above and beyond being a caregiver for my step mother after she was in a terrible accident. She helped out with everything! So my husband and I could continue to work. Carrie is an angel and a Godsend! My step mother is back to being independent and...
Crystal P.
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Recent dementia care reviews in Darien, IL
Barbara Z.
5.0
Barbara worked with my mom who has dementia. They built an instant bond & my mom was completely at ease with her. She was patient, kind, and great at finding activities for them to engage in. I would highly recommend her- she was truly amazing!
- Jennifer K.
Marylou N.
5.0
Marylou was outstanding! She took care of my father for several months when he was recovering from surgery. She was always very polite and friendly, and had a very caring demeanor about her. She really knows how to handle just about anything a patient may throw her way. My father was fortunate to...
- Mark P.
Kelly B.
5.0
She really cares about your family member just like her own. She is a great cook. And very helpful.
- Erica B.
Paula M.
5.0
Paula cared for my dad overnight last year after he had a severe stroke. Paula was kind & patient with my dad. Paula was also friendly with my mom & would sometimes bring her cookbooks :-) Paula was helpful aside from assisting my dad, such as tidying up the house & doing laundry. Paula was a...
- Lisa G.
Tina O.
5.0
Tina assists & cares for my mother in our home. She is very professional, caring, and committed to helping others & making every day their best. I highly recommend Tina for your family's needs.
- Karen S.
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FAQs for finding dementia care near you in Darien, IL
What is the basic concept of dementia care near me in Darien, IL?
Dementia can cause significant physical strain as well as cause the patient to lose some or all of their memory. Some patients may need more physical care or some may need more help due to memory issues. If you’re looking for dementia care near you in Darien, IL, you can review the profiles of different caregivers to see what specific types of dementia care they provide.
How much does dementia care cost near me in Darien, IL?
The cost of dementia care is set by each individual caregiver, so the costs can vary greatly. Where you live, the type of care your family member needs, and how experienced the caregiver is can all impact in home dementia care costs. The average cost of dementia care near you in Darien, IL is $20.00.
How can I find dementia care near me in Darien, IL?
If someone is looking to create a dementia care plan, they can start by using Care.com to learn more about what their dementia home care provider options are. With Care.com you can review different profiles of caregivers near you in Darien, IL to learn more about each provider’s rate and level of experience, as well as the responsibilities they’re willing to take on.
Is it safe to hire dementia care near me in Darien, IL?
Safety is likely top of mind when caring for a loved one with dementia. To help make your search for safe care easier, all dementia care providers on Care.com are asked to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. However, when looking for a dementia care provider near you in Darien, IL, we strongly advise you to do your own due diligence by running an independent background check and requesting references.
What interview questions should I ask when hiring dementia care near me in Darien, IL?
When you’re interviewing a caregiver for in home care for dementia near you in Darien, IL, you can ask them whatever questions you need to feel more comfortable. For example, you may want to ask them about how they best communicate, what their preferred working schedule is, and to tell you more about their experience working as a caregiver for people with dementia.