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Dementia care in Harvard, IL
Hello! My name is Sonya and I'm passionate about providing compassionate and attentive care to seniors. With personal experience helping care for my grandparents who have dementia, I understand the importance of patience, understanding, and a gentle approach. I am a dedicated, honest, and hardworking individual who finds joy in...
Sonya can also help with: Transportation, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, companionship
Hi, I'm Suzanne M-B, I have 10 years of experience. Senior Care, Alzheimer's & Dementia Care. Companion & helper. I can help with Transportation and meal preparation, personal care, pet care, cleaning & errands. Call or text me anytime for more information. I'm sorry I don't check this app/ messages as often as I should but I...
Suzanne can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, errands, light cleaning, personal care, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
I have worked in an assisted living facility in WI for the past 20 years. I recently left and have been working as a care manager at another assisted living in Mchenry, IL. I started when I was 16 as a CNA and eventually worked my way to management /administration. I'm experienced with everything from minimal care to advanced...
Kristy can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, dementia, hospice services, meal prep, companionship & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
CNA
Alexis S.
Walworth, WI
$15/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have cared for people of all ages and backgrounds in various settings. I have previously worked with kids as a Nursery Coordinator while nannying/babysitting and attending school for Special Education. During my time as a Certified Nursing Assistant, my main position was caring for dementia and Alzheimer's residents. I would...
Alexis can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
(2)
I am a dedicated and compassionate caregiver , also Certified Nursing Assistant, with over 5 years of hands-on experience assisting individuals with various medical conditions, including spinal conditions, aspiration risks, G-tube feeding, diabetes, dementia, mobility , end-of-life hospice care, etc.
I am reliable, patient, and...
Yuliia can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, dementia, hospice services, live-in home care, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Yuliia C was a caregiver for my mother-in-law and father-in-law and I would definitely recommend her to others. Yuliia always has a positive attitude and a smile. She was helpful, patient and understood how to work with dementia patients. We are so grateful...
Chris B.
Kim M.
Crystal Lake, IL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
HHA Available Looking For Full Time. Personal Care Attendant
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have been a C. N. A for 10+ years, I am also CPR certified, with plenty of experience in Alzheimer's, dementia, stroke and cancer victims, Personal care, Light housekeeping, Transportation, Meal preparation, Errands/shopping, Bathing/dressing, I love this work, it is humble and rewarding whatever you need. Just ask and you...
Kim can also help with: Hospice services, errands, dementia, home modification, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Kim not only took care of my father during his dementia stages. But she help our family understand and learn how to cope with the Disease. In a way not only did Kim care for my father.... in a way she took care of me and my siblings too. "
Nicole B.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Helen and I am available for part-time care giving for you or your loved one. I love working with seniors and I have 20 plus years of experience in caring giving. I am well educated in the health care field. Including a Certified Direct Service Person, Certified Medical Assistant, Certified Personal Trainer, Certified...
Helen can also help with: Light cleaning, home modification, errands, hospice services, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"We consider Helen our angel. For two years she created a loving environment for my mom as the dementia progressed. She skillfully handled my moms increasing agitation while providing companionship and excellent care. Helen did an excellent job communicating with...
Edye L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I began my career managing households for diplomats with the Nepali embassy, during which I had training in CPR, First Aid, Food Hygiene and Security. My last 2 years have been spent caring for a Parkinson's patient with dementia. provided professional 24 hour care man with Parkinson , disease, hypertension, anxiety, disorder...
Ram can also help with: Respite care, meal prep, light cleaning, personal care, errands
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
5.0
"Ram was my 90 year old Mother's caregiver for 13 months and he did an excellent job. He was very kind and compassionate with her and understood her problems with progressive dementia. He took care of her medications, bathing and hygiene, cooking and...
Raija W.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am Marlina , I have a lot of experienced helping people with dementia and other related diseases in a home setting environment I can make. a difference in peoples life by creating life skills activities and follow their preferences I am very compassionate, patient , caring , honest, trustworthy and very flexible person. Can...
Marlina can also help with: Personal care, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, companionship
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Marlina is skilled & knowledgable in working with elderly people, especially those with cognitive impairment. She not only made my Mother’s daily life better, she helped me cope with the responsibilities of caring for her. She’s caring, friendly, respectful &...
Care member
Lauren S.
Woodstock, IL
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
With over 20 years of experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant, I pride myself on helping people remain as independent as possible in the comfort of their own homes. I have a passion for assisting those living with dementia which led me to becoming a Certified Dementia Practitioner. From light housekeeping and meal...
Lauren can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, errands, light cleaning, personal care, dementia & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
5.0
"Lauren is an excellent caregiver and a wonderful person. She cheerfully completes any task you ask her to do. She is engaging and formed a wonderful relationship with my wife who has MS. She has all the qualities that you look for in a caregiver. I highly recommend...
Michael F.
Yvonne K.
Belvidere, IL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm patient , kind a good listener and I enjoy working closely with the elderly.. I have worked as a care giver for 10 years and I work very efficiently . I enjoy working with older people I'm very patient and Im always happy to work at their pace.. Following their lead . I have worked with people with dementia, Parkinsons ,...
Yvonne can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I worked with Yvonne for 2yrs plus. She was always on time for work and very efficient. A great team player and communicator. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have always been a very giving, caring individual who enjoys helping people. I helped care for my 85-year-old grandmother after her knee and hip surgery and also when she was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. I was a companion for my neighbor for 2 years she was 70 and had onset of dementia. I am CPR and first aid certified. I...
Dawn can also help with: Dementia
5.0
"Dawn had applied for a position to be a caregiver for my mom who is in hospice. I had already hired someone, but let her know I would keep her in mind if something changed. As it turns out, my regular caregiver had to take a few days off to care for her own child....
Doug K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 35 years of experience in nursing. I have worked in nursing homes, hospitals and home care.
I worked in a hospital on the Ortho/Surgical floor/ day surgery. My duties included charting, I/O, blood sugar monitoring, traction set up. Pre-op and post op care, taking out IVs, setting up IV tubing, removing Foley catheters,...
Angie can also help with: Respite care, hospice services, home modification, personal care, dementia
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Angie helped care for our mom. She is very knowledgeable, patient, punctual and goes the extra mile. I would highly recommend Angie to care for your loved one.
Erika"
Erika S.
Kathleen K.
Spring Grove, IL
$17/hr • 10 yrs exp
Compassionate, Experienced, And Flexible Home Health Aide Available
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
I am a compassionate, reliable, kind, and highly skilled caregiver with over 15 years of professional experience and training.
I've worked with the elderly and people of all ages and walks of life, and have extensive experience caring for people with alzheimer's, dementia, stroke, mental illness, limited mobility, and...
Kathleen can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, dementia, hospice services, meal prep, companionship & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"When I hired Kate I was a little disappointed that she had limited availability just because of how amazing she is! She was super kind to my father and always very helpful. I enjoyed having her as a caregiver while the time lasted. Unfortunately, I lost the funds...
Savanna V.
5.0
(2)
10 years Case Manager Physical Rehab Clinic hands-on patient care
10 years Patient Care Coordinator & Family Care Coordinator Surgical Center
Care. com Caregiver 2 years
Experienced with Dementia/Alzheimer patients
Detailed and organized
Great cooking -meal planning skills
Upbeat energy and helpful nature
Creative...
Brandy can also help with: Meal prep, errands, dementia, light cleaning, personal care, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Excellent service, dependable, punctual, conscientious, compassionate and very easy to work with"
Patti D.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a caregiver for over 15 years and there is nothing in the world that I love more. I have experience with dementia, Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, Diabetes, Wound care, and amputated limbs. Meal prep, medication reminder, companion, shopping and light house keeping. I'm very outgoing, physically active and passionate about...
Lacey can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, dementia, hospice services, meal prep, companionship & more
5.0
"Lacey was wonderful at a time when she was needed the most for my family. "
Care member
Marzena R.
Huntley, IL
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Certified Nurse Assistant / Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
5.0
(5)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Experienced Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) & Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Hi, I am Marzena! With over 10 years of experience in healthcare, I specialize in supporting patients with Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer, dementia, ALS, stroke, hospice care and cancer. As both a Certified Nursing Assistant and Certified...
Marzena can also help with: Hospice services, errands, dementia, home modification, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Marzena has been a wonderful caregiver for my father over the past four weeks. She is kind, considerate, knowledgeable, and has been a godsend for our family. She anticipates what my father needs before he needs it, and she has also helped identify and helped solve...
Care member
Jaime F.
Lake Geneva, WI
$8-13/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have been a certified nursing assistant with over 20 years of experience. I currently am self employed as an in home care giver. I specialized training in dementia care. I am comfortable with medication administration including insulin injections.
Jaime can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, errands, light cleaning, respite care, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Emilie M.
Belvidere, IL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have worked as a CNA in long-term care settings since 2009. I have extensive experience in Long Term Care, Customer Service, Direct Patient Care, Leadership, and Illinois Department of Public Health Home Care Regulation. I primarily worked with the elderly population in Alzheimer's and Dementia units and in private homes.
I...
Emilie can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, errands, light cleaning, personal care, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Jennifer P.
Woodstock, IL
$21-26/hr • 1 yrs exp
Dedicated In Home Health Care Giver And Lover Of All Pups
As a compassionate and dedicated home health care professional, I am excited to bring my passion for caregiving to a full-time role. With experience supporting individuals with dementia, I provide personalized care that prioritizes dignity, comfort, and well-being. A skilled cook with years of experience, I enjoy preparing...
Jennifer can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands
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Recent dementia care reviews in Harvard, IL
Yuliia C.
5.0
Yulia only worked for us for a short time due to having to place our mom in a nursing home, But the time she was with with us she treated and cared for our mom with the utmost compassion and kindness. I would recommend her and would hire her again if the situation arose.
- Care member
Kim M.
5.0
Kim was very helpful in her care giving skills not only with my dad who has dementia and his needs, but also my father-in-law too who had daily assistance needs. This time with my family was a big help to me to give me a break in my care giving so that I could attend to my own needs and my household...
- Pat S.
Helen H.
5.0
We consider Helen our angel. For two years she created a loving environment for my mom as the dementia progressed. She skillfully handled my moms increasing agitation while providing companionship and excellent care. Helen did an excellent job communicating with the family on Eva's day to day...
- Edye L.
Ram B.
5.0
Ram was my 90 year old Mother's caregiver for 13 months and he did an excellent job. He was very kind and compassionate with her and understood her problems with progressive dementia. He took care of her medications, bathing and hygiene, cooking and companionship. He did some light housekeeping...
- Raija W.
Marlina N.
5.0
Marlina was referred to me by someone I did business with who cared for that person's Mother until she passed away. I was caring for my Mother who had dementia for years & needed help. Marlina knew what to do from the moment she arrived. She is kind, gentle, happy, repectful and expresses all of...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding dementia care near you in Harvard, IL
What is the basic concept of dementia care near me in Harvard, 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 Harvard, 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 Harvard, 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 Harvard, IL is $18.50.
How can I find dementia care near me in Harvard, 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 Harvard, 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 Harvard, 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 Harvard, 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 Harvard, IL?
When you’re interviewing a caregiver for in home care for dementia near you in Harvard, 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.