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60 dementia care are listed in Elwood, IL
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of November 2024
The average experience for nearby dementia care is 7 years
Dementia care in Elwood, IL
Hello,
I am a Certified Clinical Medical Assistant with BLS.
Relias certified in
Dementia and Alzheimer's training for caregivers.
Current caregiver looking for additional opportunities. I'd describe myself as nurturing compassionate and reliable.
I enjoy caring for seniors because they spend their lives caring for us...
Wendy can also help with: Meal prep, mobility assistance, respite care, light cleaning, home modification, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
Prior care experience with dementia and depression. Great with routine and medicine schedules. Prior experience with vets and PTSD. I have a great sense of humor and have an appreciation for all humor... even grumpy ;-) I see seniors as young people who have aged, not as "old people".
Whitney can also help with: Dementia
Skills:
CPR
Patricia B.
Joliet, IL
$30-40/hr • 2 yrs exp
The majority of my working experience has been with childcare, but I have periodically taken care of seniors. Not only in assisted living centers, I personally have taken care of family members with dementia. I have a great deal of patience. I am very understanding and caring. I don't mind running errands, or going to...
Patricia can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, transportation, meal prep, errands
My 86-year-old grandmother has dementia . She's a joy to be around I enjoy providing loving care by attending to her needs. We go for outings all the time and spend lots of quality time together. I would enjoy providing that same care to others!!
Asia can also help with: Dementia, personal care
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been taking care of people for over 20 years and I love what I do. I mainly dealt with dementia and Alzheimer's patients in wheel chairs and walkers. I have great references and a lot of experience. If your still offering the job I'm very interested. Thank you
Kimberly can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
(1)
I have been taking care of a woman in her 90s for over seven years with dementia. I helped her with getting dressed and bathing/showers. I gave her her medication. I also ran errands, made meals, did laundry, house cleaning, and took her to her appointments and anything else she needed. I am very nice, dependable, and honest.
Denise can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, dementia
5.0
"Denise is very dependable, honest and a very hard worker. She is an excellent person who works well with others and is very detail oriented."
Phil F.
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: Errands, meal prep, companionship, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Cindy has been our primary caregiver for my mother since 2017, and her dedication and professionalism have been exceptional. Throughout her tenure, Cindy consistently delivered top-notch care, even as my mother began to experience early-stage dementia. I...
Care member
Mercelita D.
Plainfield, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(11)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
I am a dependable, professional, highly educated and skilled caregiver. Caring, compassionate, trustworthy and honest. Over 20 years of accomplishment in home care, assisted living, research and administration. Highly-experienced in individual care for patients with Parkinson's, Macular Degeneration or blind, heart problems,...
Mercelita can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, personal care, meal prep, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"Merci is an exceptional senior caregiver!! She cared for my mom who has dementia. Merci was always kind and patient with mom. She goes above and beyond doing moms hair and her nails even! Mom always looked and felt beautiful after Merci's visits. I would highly...
Danielle G.
4.8
(8)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Compassionate Professional CNA with more than 10+ yrs experience in Hospice, Palliative and Respite care.
I have Exemplary References and
Reviews, with First Aid Training as well
as I'm listed amongst the top 5% of Caregivers.
Speciality areas include but not limited to: Memory Care, (Alzheimer's/Dementia), Parkinson's, ALS,...
Maria can also help with: Live-in home care, respite care, home modification, hospice services, personal care, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"She has been a wonderful caregiver to our 97 year old mother who over the last year has struggled with mobility issues and has recovered from COVID. She has shown kindness and consideration as well as consistent professional excellence. What a blessing she's been...
Anita M.
4.9
(11)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a certified nursing assistant and have worked in nursing homes, independent and assisted living and hone care, taken care of people with stroke, diabetes, dementia, MS, Parkinson and a whole lot more. I Am Compassionate, Hard Working, Trust Worthy, Reliable, And Very Neat. My Clients Comfort Comes First.
My goal is always...
Funmi can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services, mobility assistance, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"Funmi is an asset to any client , she is hardworking, dependable and is always eager to bring her absolute best to work everyday.
I especially appreciate her time management.
Choose Funmi.
Choose a dedicated and committed experience."
Sheila O.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a Certified Nursing Assistant. I have been a Certified Nursing Assistant/Caregiver for many years. I was taking care of a 88-year-old female with Essential Head Tremors and dementia and other health conditions in which made her immobile. I used a hoyer lift to position her in bed, chairs and bath chair for showers. I was...
Barbara can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, respite care, home modification, dementia
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Barbara worked for us for 3 weeks prior to my Mother being hospitalized. She was extremely attentive to my mother's needs and very trustworthy. Unfortunately her employment with us was cut short due to my Mom's unexpected decline in health and the need to...
Sharon B.
5.0
(4)
Hello my name is Shalondra. I am a Compassionate Caregiver/CNA who has over 10+ years of Caregiver experience. I have worked with many clients. I am very positive person . I believe with God all things are possible, to them that only believe. My background specialize in Dementia, Hospice, G- feedings, Strokes... etc. I also...
Shalondra can also help with: Live-in home care, errands, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, companionship & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
5.0
"She is very caring and respectful of the situation. During my mom's hospice, Shalondra treated her as if it were her own family. She made my mom's last few days very peaceful and comfortable."
Jorge A.
5.0
(6)
Hello, my name is Ali. I'm a certified caregiver with 14 years of experience in adult home care. I worked with clients with diverse needs such as dementia, stroke, diabetes and hospice care. My goal is to make my client's life comfortable and enjoyable as I can everyday by being patient and understanding to his or her needs and...
Ali can also help with: Light cleaning, live-in home care, dementia, meal prep, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Ali came on with our family on short notice, and we couldn’t have been happier with the care she provided! Lady, that she was caring for, was completely dependent on others for her daily necessities, from toileting to meals, and in addition, she could be pretty...
Care member
3.0
(1)
Hi,
My name is Toni.
I have worked with developmentally disabled adults for 25 years and still working with same company. I have been experienced and trained through work with many different types of dementias Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, stroke. I've worked for many years in home care and hospital settings in hospice/palliative...
Toni can also help with: Errands, meal prep, dementia, live-in home care, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
3.0
"Toni worked for us caring for my Mom for 3 weeks and then called in sick and stop showing up. She was an ok caregiver but not reliable. "
Tami G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Barbara and I am a mother of three. In my last position, I cared for an elderly married couple that suffered from Dementia and Esophageal cancer. I became very close to them and absolutely loved every second. Within my time with this family, the job requirements consisted of checking blood pressure, conducting...
Barbara can also help with: Dementia, personal care, live-in home care
5.0
"Barbara is the BEST caregiver ever. She takes great care of my mother and father in all aspects. She is extremely diligent in making sure they are safe and well fed and cared for in their own home. She is very professional yet also very down to earth and fun...
Cathy G.
Barbara B.
Lockport, IL
$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello.. I'm a certified CNA and a personal assistant with experience in senior care including Alzheimer's/Dementia and also child care. I'm available for running errands, light cleaning , meal prep and mostly importantly giving your love one the attention, companionship and respect they deserve.
We live in a fast pace world...
Barbara can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, hospice services, home modification, companionship, errands & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Barb has been phenomenal with watching and engaging my active father who has Alzheimers/dementia. She is very trustworthy & knowledgeable in dealing w/the fluctuations in moods & seeks appropriate activities to engage him, while providing the best assistance to...
Christina K.
Sharon B.
Orland Park, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(19)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a caregiver for the last 11 years. I absolutely enjoy working with the elderly. My main focus is keeping seniors in their homes and safe. I have learned so much about life because of the wonderful stories they share with me. I have worked with dementia and Alzheimer's patients and have lots of patience and have...
Sharon can also help with: Personal care, home modification, hospice services, errands, dementia
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Sharon was what I consider a perfect caregiver. Knowledgeable, Kind, loving, patient, and reliable. "
Care member
5.0
(3)
I am a retired pharmacy tech of 40 years. I'm looking for a career change and want to give back outside of the business world. I cared for my mom with dementia for more than 3 years. I would find joy in taking care of children and adults alike. Doing errands such as doctor appointments, hair appointments, or shopping while...
Maureen can also help with: Dementia, transportation, companionship
5.0
"Kind, compassionate and caring . Maureen is always willing to help and does do with a smile . I highly recommend !!"
Kathy T.
Adetutu F.
Plainfield, IL
$30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Adetutu , a caregiver or over 5 years with different areas of specialties like:
Dementia/ Alzheimer's care
Bedridden/ paralysis
Hospice care/ end of life
Parkinson's disease
Diabetes care
High blood pressure management care
Heart failure care/ kidney disease
Transportation to and from appointments
Hoyer lift...
Adetutu can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, light cleaning, home modification, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Adetutu is a wonderful caretaker. My mother has dementia and also gets dialysis. Ade picks her up and transports her to dialysis. She's reliable, communicative and attentive to details. She has taken a huge load off of our shoulders because we can trust that my...
Care member
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: Light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep, dementia, companionship, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Tewan took care of my elderly mom on a weekly basis during her last few years with Parkinson’s. She was incredibly kind, patient and caring . She helped my mom with appointments, organizing , laundry , mail , etc. I trusted her completely and she was such a help...
Care member
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Recent dementia care reviews in Elwood, IL
Denise P.
5.0
Denise is very dependable, honest and a very hard worker. She is an excellent person who works well with others and is very detail oriented.
- Phil F.
Cindy B.
5.0
Extremely caring and dedicated in everything that she does. I couldn't think of a better person to provide companionship to my loved one. She's an angel
- Alexis M.
Mercelita D.
5.0
Mercy was a perfect fit for my Mom's needs before her passing. She is knowledgeable in her care for Seniors and was becoming a great friend to my Mom in her final weeks. Mercy is trustworthy, honest, and is extremely thoughtful regarding the needs of her clients. We are heartbroken that her time...
- Jill P.
Maria H.
5.0
She has been a wonderful caregiver to our 97 year old mother who over the last year has struggled with mobility issues and has recovered from COVID. She has shown kindness and consideration as well as consistent professional excellence. What a blessing she's been to our family!
- Anita M.
Funmi P.
5.0
Funmi was my mom's overnight caregiver 4 nights/week for 3 years. She was an attentive and compassionate caregiver. When there were medical issues, Funmi kept my mom calm and safe in the middle of the night. She also brought fun and laughter to the house. She and my mom had their favorite TV shows....
- Susan S.
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FAQs for finding dementia care near you in Elwood, IL
What is the basic concept of dementia care near me in Elwood, 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 Elwood, 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 Elwood, 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 Elwood, IL is $19.50.
How can I find dementia care near me in Elwood, 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 Elwood, 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 Elwood, 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 Elwood, 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 Elwood, IL?
When you’re interviewing a caregiver for in home care for dementia near you in Elwood, 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.