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Find dementia care in Merrillville, IN that you’ll love

60 dementia care are listed in Merrillville, IN

The average posted rate is $22/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby dementia care is 8 years

Dementia care in Merrillville, IN

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Deidra H.


Hammond, IN

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

4.6

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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have 20 year's of experience in adult and senior care. I do my very best to be as dependable, reliable, compassionate and caring as I can be. I can help with meal prep, medication, and chores around the house. I've worked extensively with elders who have Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, and Dementia. I've also learned how to build...
Deidra can also help with: Hospice services, personal care, live-in home care, respite care, dementia
Skills:

CNA

CPR

5.0
"Deidra has worked for our family for just over a year, caring for our bedridden 89 year old mom who has progressive dementia. Her responsibilities include personal care/hygiene, preparing and serving meals, monitoring vital signs, medication administration, and...

Carole B.

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Carla R.


Lansing, IL

$23/hr10 yrs exp

Medical Assistant Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have extensive care giving skills with elderly ( Dementia Patients) I do everything from Personal Hygiene to Reading to them. I really try to work with them, I got a elderly woman to play the piano after 25 years of not playing it was awesome!
Carla can also help with: Respite care, live-in home care, personal care, dementia
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Carla is absolutely a wonderful caregiver. I highly recommend her. She cared for my father for 3 years until he passed away .. she is very knowledgeable , compassionate."

Kathy B.

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Miriam M.


Chicago, IL

$20-21/hr6 yrs exp

4.0

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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello I have worked 6 years in senior care . Work great with dementia and Alzheimer's clients . I am a dependable caregiver treating every client with respect And providing the best care for each client and there specific needs . Feel free to message me to further discuss my skills as a caregiver for your loved one. Preferably...
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"We found Miriam after a lengthy search. Our very good fortune is that we found her. She has been helping us with caring for my mother (elderly, frail, bedridden) for the past three months, and she has been nothing short of a godsend. Miriam is...

Rosa S.

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Wanda O.


Hammond, IN

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

I Am Looking For CNA/ HHA I Have A Certificate In Alzheimer Care. I Am Looking For Full Time Work .

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Before getting into care-giving I was a medical assistant. I worked in a family care facility along with a cardiologist. They are a husband, wife team. I really have a great compassion for the elderly and after working with a broad spectrum of health care I felt we need to standup and help the elderly, after all who was there...
Wanda can also help with: Dementia, respite care, personal care, home modification
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"She will take good care of your loved one's."

melany R.

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Karen M.


Valparaiso, IN

$30/hr10 yrs exp

RN Specializing In Neuro, Dementia, Psych, Rehab

Experienced nurse in the following areas: Dementia Rehabilitation Psych Home care Private Caregiver Available some evenings after 4 p.m. M-F and some 8 hour shifts on the weekends. Reliable transportation Meal preparation Light Housekeeping Bathing Feeding Companionship Run errands Non-smoker
Karen can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, dementia & more
5.0
"Karen is very kind and knowledgeable. She has cared for my father and mother in the same way that I would take care of them. She is reliable, willing to help and truly cares!"

Janet C.

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Kimberly H.


Lansing, IL

$25-39/hr10 yrs exp

Great Care For You Or Your Love Ones

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a Certified Nurses Assistant for 26 years now, very experienced, Kind, Caring and caregiving Is my passion. Very knowledgeable about Dementia/Alzheimer's. ALS, Parkinson's disease etc. I have a reliable vehicle with full coverage insurance. I I also do meal prep, medication reminders, house keeping , laundry, and CPR...
Kimberly can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, meal prep, personal care, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

5.0
"Kimberly has done a wonderful job taking care of my mother who has Parkinson's. She is very nice, compassionate, patient, and is comfortable with doing all tasks required. She cooks great meals and even did my moms hair! Would highly recommend!"

Laura O.

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Amaree L.


Chicago Heights, IL

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am certified as a nursing assistant in the state of Indiana and Illinois. I have worked at assisted livings, rehabilitation, hospice, and hospitals. I have five years of experience specializing in companionship, medical care, light housekeeping and, non- medical care. I have worked with individuals with Dementia, Alzhimers,...
Amaree can also help with: Meal prep, personal care, light cleaning, companionship, dementia, errands & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Amaree was very helpful taking care of my father in his final days. He was difficult to get along with and had some very serious health issues that did not scare her off. She was patient and kind even in the face of some of our darkest days. Amaree is mature...

Ellen B.

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Irina V.


Chesterton, IN

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time CNA Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been working as a private CNA for over 10 years, and have a lot of experience working with clients with dementia and MS. My responsibility was to provide a holistic approach to the needs and care of the elderly in their homes, nursing facilities, and assisted living communities. I was providing safety, mobility, comfort...
Irina can also help with: Respite care, mobility assistance, personal care, meal prep, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"My family hired Irina to help with companion care for my mother with Alzheimer's disease. The goal of this was to help get my mother out of the house and regain some of the freedom the disease had taken away. Irina was amazing and patient with my mother. Irina...

Michael G.

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Gabriela M.


Park Forest, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time - Live IN Caregiver

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I hold a registered nurse degree from Bucharest, Romania, Europe; worked independently providing outstanding service to a select circle of elderly clients. I speak several languages including Romanian, German and French. I have experience in and assisted clients with dementia and Alzheimer's disease, stroke and other...
Gabriela can also help with: Personal care, dementia, respite care, live-in home care
4.0
"We are lucky to have found Gabriela as a caregiver for our mom. She is very knowledgeable, dependable and will do whatever tasks are needed and more. Our mom has dementia and the stimulation of care and activities has helped put smiles on her face which is most...

Alice T.

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Carla R.


Valparaiso, IN

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have worked with senior citizens for 23 years.. I love my job. I am compassionate and dependable. I've worked extensive with dementia and Alzheimer's patients. I hope you consider me to care for loved one.
Carla can also help with: Errands, mobility assistance, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, companionship & more
5.0
"Carla took care of my mother in law who suffered from advanced dementia and other complications. She is professional, caring and most importantly knowledgeable in her craft. She has been a great help making the difficult process easier for the family! I'd not...

Amy W.

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Jaime A.


Lowell, IN

$15/hr8 yrs exp

Personal Care Attendant Looking For Part-Time Work

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been a CNA for the past 8 years. I love working Home Health. I'm married to a policeman for the past 17 years and have 2 boys. Seniors are special people and I enjoy caring for them. I have experience with dementia and Parkinson's, housekeeping, medicine management, bathing, feeding and companionship, CPR certified, plus...
Jaime can also help with: Companionship, mobility assistance, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

5.0
"Jaime was great taking care of my mom. My mom said Jaime was her last new friend. She was dependable and very caring. "

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Karen S.


Beecher, IL

$20-30/hr3 yrs exp

COMPANION CARE

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 3 years of experience with senior companion care. I have experience with medication administering, Alzheimer's/Dementia, nebulizer use and with a physically disabled adult. I have reliable transportation with a safe/clean driving record. I am a non-smoker who is pet friendly. I am a family person who enjoys company and...
Karen can also help with: Meal prep, mobility assistance, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, errands & more
5.0
"Karen took pride in caring of my 75 year old mother with Alzheimer's and COPD. She was terrific at interacting with my mom in a positive uplifting maner. She often planned activities to do with my mom that she knew my mom enjoyed. She was trustworthy and reliable...

Care member

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Heather M.


Steger, IL

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

CNA Available for Hire

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Heather I am 35 years old and live in Steger. I have 18years of home care experience, and have been a certified nursing assistant for 16 of those years. I am certified in both Indiana and Illinois. I have an up to date CPR card and clean background. Being a caregiver is not just a job it is a career for me. My clients...
Heather can also help with: Personal care, dementia, respite care, hospice services
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"We hired Heather to help care for our 100 yr old mother. We had no idea where to begin and she guided us from day one! Her medical knowledge and experience make her a kind and compassionate caregiver. Our mother, who at first resisted outside help, came to rely...

Joanne B.

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Amanda C.


Hammond, IN

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Over 15 Years Experience In Senior Care

Current CNA license with basic life support and CPR as well. In my line of work, I had many variety of ages that I have taken care of. I know how to use every lift out there. I also, was a EMT prior to become a CNA. I have worked in nursing home settings and hospital settings. Prior and current years in home settings. I have...
Amanda can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, companionship, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"Amanda is compassionate caring caregiver. She has almost 20 years experience in caring for people. I would recommend her."

Care member

My name is Rochelle. I am a compassionate caregiver with over 8 years experience. I provide exceptional care to the elderly. I'd describe my personality as honest, brave, and affectionate. I like caring for seniors because it helps the family members to gain a peace of mind when their loved one is supported and provided...
Rochelle can also help with: Dementia, personal care, companionship, meal prep, mobility assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

CNA

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Apollonia V.


Lansing, IL

$20-25/hr1 yrs exp

Hi!! I am currently a full time college student but I am available in the afternoons/evenings. I have experience taking care of my elderly grandma who has Dementia. She is also diabetic so I have experience with keeping up with her sugar and medicine as well! If you are interested please reach out to me!
Apollonia can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, transportation, dementia, meal prep
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Gail M.


Riverdale, IL

$15-22/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Patient Caregiver Who Took Care Of Her Dad For Years.

I have 17 years of experience with seniors. Experience with dementia, stroke, hospice patients.. I helped my dad for years and through hospice. Continuous training with senior care.. I can help with Transportation Services and Errands/Shopping, medication, safety, companion, hygiene, dressing, meal prep. I can also become a...
Gail can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care, hospice services, dementia, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

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Deborah A.


Hammond, IN

$13-15/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver

I have over 10 years experience in senior care. I am especially good with dementia patients. I enjoy spending time with older people because I've found even seniors with dementia still have so much wisdom to give us. My motto is to treat your family member the way I want to be treated when I am their age. Also, I can pass a...
Deborah can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, respite care, hospice services, light cleaning, errands & more
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Kora M.


Homewood, IL

$20-35/hr5 yrs exp

Compassionate, Understanding & Happy To Provide Quality Comfort & Care

Hello, my name is Kora. I am currently enrolled at Trinity Christian College in pursuit of my bachelor's degree in Nursing. I have 2 years of experience working as a CNA in a nursing home. I also have my own cleaning business so cleanliness is important to me. I enjoy caring for people, especially the older adult population. I...
Kora can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, personal care, errands, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

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Isabella P.


Chesterton, IN

$12-20/hr2 yrs exp

Part Time In Home Care

I am a registered nurse in the ICU with experience in home health care, personal care, medications, hospice, and dementia. I worked as a home health aide for a privately owned company while in nursing school. With my experience in nursing school and at work, I can offer quality care to your loved one.
Isabella can also help with: Personal care, respite care, dementia
Skills:

CPR

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

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Recent dementia care reviews in Merrillville, IN

Deidra H.

5.0

Deidra has worked for our family for just over a year, caring for our bedridden 89 year old mom who has progressive dementia. Her responsibilities include personal care/hygiene, preparing and serving meals, monitoring vital signs, medication administration, and managing continuous oxygen. She has a...

- Carole B.

Carla R.

5.0

Carla is absolutely a wonderful caregiver. I highly recommend her. She cared for my father for 3 years until he passed away .. she is very knowledgeable , compassionate.

- Kathy B.

Miriam M.

5.0

We found Miriam after a lengthy search. Our very good fortune is that we found her. She has been helping us with caring for my mother (elderly, frail, bedridden) for the past three months, and she has been nothing short of a godsend. Miriam is super-professional. She is always on time. When she...

- Rosa S.

Wanda O.

5.0

Wanda is a great person who always treat everyone with kindness and respect. She does her job well and treats people that she works for and her coworkers like family. She is stable and stays at her job for the long term. I highly recommend her. Jen

- Jennifer S.

Karen M.

5.0

Karen is very kind and knowledgeable. She has cared for my father and mother in the same way that I would take care of them. She is reliable, willing to help and truly cares!

- Janet C.

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Average Rating5.0 / 5

Dementia Care in Merrillville, IN are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed dementia care.