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 $21/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby dementia care is 9 years
Dementia care in Elwood, IL
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: Companionship, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, errands, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
CPR
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
Terri O.
Joliet, IL
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi my name is Terri. I have over 23 years experience in senior care and caring for people with special needs.
My Experience includes, all mobility issues, hoyer lift, specialize in Dementia/ Alzheimer's disease. Bathing and showering. Was certified to pass medication.
I am caring, conscientious and kind. I have a great sense...
Terri can also help with: Errands, hospice services, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CNA
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: Transportation, dementia, light cleaning, errands, meal prep
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: Hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, errands, personal care & 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: Dementia, personal care, 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: Hospice services, dementia, personal care
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, hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, companionship & more
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.
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, dementia, meal prep, companionship, personal care, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
5.0
"Merci is a very experienced, knowledgeable and capable caregiver. When she was first introduced to my mom, she developed a rapport. Merci is safety oriented, always kind & compassionate. She provides exceptional care in everything that she does. She was always...
Michaelynn B.
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: Hospice services, dementia, mobility assistance, light cleaning, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
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...
Susan S.
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: Dementia, personal care, home modification, respite care, hospice services
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.
4.5
(13)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I am a CNA.
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 prevention, GI feeding, bathing, grooming, catheters, bed ridden...
Yvette can also help with: Errands, companionship, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"We were blessed to have Yvette become a part of our family. For a year and a half, Yvette took exceptional care of my 92 year old mom who at times could be quite difficult. She always handled every situation with humor and grace. Yvette was our lifesaver. Besides...
Care member
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: Dementia, live-in home care, light cleaning, companionship, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
Wound Care
Home Health Aide
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: Errands, light cleaning, live-in home care, meal prep, hospice services, dementia & 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: Light cleaning, live-in home care, errands, hospice services, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Wound Care
CPR
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, live-in home care, dementia
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
(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, dementia, home modification, errands, hospice services
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Sharon was what I consider a perfect caregiver. Knowledgeable, Kind, loving, patient, and reliable. "
Care member
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, companionship, errands, home modification, hospice services, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
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.
4.5
(2)
I'm a positive and energetic person with 16 years of experience in all types of senior care I have my certificate in cna I can do personal care, outings, meal prep, and socialization familiar with Alzheimer's and dementia also light house keeping and distributing pills I have my own car for doctors appointments and outings
Rachel can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, personal care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Rachel is beautiful inside and out, very reliable, awesome personality, always laughing and smiling, extremely attentive to the patient in need and always willing to go out of her way with the patient and for family."
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.
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
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 hospitalize her and place her in long term...
- Sharon B.
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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 $21.00.
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 6 reviews of the 60 listed dementia care.