Find Top Memory and Dementia Care Near Me in Elwood, IL
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60 dementia care are listed in Elwood, IL
The average posted rate is $25/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby dementia care is 9 years
Dementia care in Elwood, IL
I worked in Israel for almost 10 years. I took care of 2 elderly patients with dementia. I was responsible in preparation and giving of their medicines as well as bathing, feeding, errands, meal preparation and other activities.
Madonna can also help with: Companionship, mobility assistance, dementia, hospice services
Skills:
CNA
I am formally certified as a nurse assistant. I've worked in hospitals and nursing homes but have been doing solely in-home care for the past 15 years. I have experience with Alzheimer's/ dementia, autism, quadriplegia, some hospice, and just plain old crabby. My elderly clients tend to like that I naturally talk loud (but I can...
Angela can also help with: Mobility assistance, meal prep, dementia, hospice services, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
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 will consider some over-night care.
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I am a person that you can call last...
Wendy can also help with: Errands, companionship, light cleaning, hospice services, live-in home care, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
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
Adrian W.
Crest Hill, IL
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Am Currently A Non Emergency Medical Transporter And Would Love To Run Errands And Dr Appt
I currently work for a local hospital for over 15 years and I have a non emergency medical transport svc. AND for 8 years and transported people to and from adult ... my clients included dementia patients as will as mentally challenge pt
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: Meal prep, errands, dementia, transportation, light cleaning
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
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 26 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services, and I work well with Seniors. I do have reference I work ked in Nursing Homes, Assisted livings home care agencies. hospice. I have experiences with medication also have worked with ADLS, DEMENTIA, STOKES PATIENCE, CANCER PATIENCE ALSO WITH ALZHEIMERS, I am...
Connie can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
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: Personal care, dementia, hospice services
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: Dementia, personal care, hospice services
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.
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: Dementia, meal prep, hospice services, errands, companionship, personal care & more
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
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....
Jill P.
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, mobility assistance, companionship, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CNA
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.
3.7
(3)
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: Hospice services, personal care, dementia, home modification, respite care
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"It is my pleasure to share my strongest recommendation for Barbara C. as a CNA- Caregiver, based upon our excellent experience.
Barb cared for my mother from age 94 to 97. Barb’s care significantly exceeded the initial parameters of our engagement as she quickly...
Care member
4.5
(13)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I am a CNA. Looking for part time a few days a week, between hours 9-2.
Dependable and reliable!! (Rate is case by case) FBI Background checked
Experience: Medical, respite care
background, hospice, stroke, dementia, fall prevention, mobility, range of motion, recovery, blood pressure, glucose monitoring, choke...
Yvette can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning, errands, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"If you're looking for the best caretaker you can hire Yvette is definitely the one. My wife and I can't say enough great things about Yvette. My mother-in-law was 87 years old living in Illinois and we live in Florida
We literally went through a dozen caretakers...
Mark S.
5.0
(5)
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: Hospice services, dementia, live-in home care, errands, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
CNA
5.0
"She is a great worker and she has a good heart"
Priscah C.
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: Dementia, live-in home care, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, 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: Dementia, hospice services, live-in home care, meal prep, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
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: Personal care, dementia, live-in home care
5.0
"Barb has a positive and playful attitude and she was expert at keeping my mom with mild dementia busy with fun crafts and jigsaw puzzles, which my mom loved. She is a caring person who was dependable and very kind with my parents. She was good about communicating...
Kim A.
Sharon B.
Orland Park, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(21)
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: Home modification, dementia, personal care, errands, hospice services
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Sharon is phenomenal. She is truly passionate about caring for others and making them feel like family."
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a compassionate and dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) with over 10 years of experience providing high-quality care to seniors and individuals with special needs. I specialize in dementia, Alzheimer's, and traumatic brain injury (TBI) care, ensuring clients receive the attention and comfort they deserve. My...
Barbara can also help with: Errands, companionship, home modification, meal prep, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
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.
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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.
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.
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.
Barbara C.
5.0
It is my pleasure to share my strongest recommendation for Barbara C. as a CNA- Caregiver, based upon our excellent experience.
Barb cared for my mother from age 94 to 97. Barb’s care significantly exceeded the initial parameters of our engagement as she quickly learned the protocols to directly...
- Care member
Yvette H.
5.0
If you're looking for the best caretaker you can hire Yvette is definitely the one. My wife and I can't say enough great things about Yvette. My mother-in-law was 87 years old living in Illinois and we live in Florida
We literally went through a dozen caretakers before we found Yvette. She was...
- Mark 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 $25.67.
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.
Ratings for Elwood, IL dementia care listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Dementia Care in Elwood, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed dementia care.