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Find home aides in Des Plaines, IL that you’ll love

60 home aides are listed in Des Plaines, IL

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby home aides is 9 years

Home aides in Des Plaines, IL

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Alicja M.


Chicago, IL

$23-35/hr10 yrs exp

Alicja M. From Chicago, IL.

5.0

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I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately 20+ years of experience caring for patients who are bed - bound, wheelchair - bound, after stroke, Alzheimer's disease, dementia, end of life and hospice patient . I am a very good companionship person. Personally, I'm an organizer, planner, and...
Alicja can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Alicja is a kind, compassionate, intelligent, and highly skilled caregiver who has a deep fund of knowledge about life and the challenges of aging. She is physically strong and knowledgeable about the demands about caring for those losing the ability to care for...

Susan G.

Shawn M.


Palatine, IL

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Looking For Part-Time Work M-F During The Day

I have been a nurses aide for three years working in a few nursing homes. I have also worked at a house which specifically caters to individuals with Alzheimer's. I have worked with many different types of people with different needs. I am passionate about my job because I enjoy helping others who are no longer able to help...
Shawn can also help with: Transportation, personal care, meal prep, errands, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

Krzysztof P.


Park Ridge, IL

$10-20/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced CNA Park Ridge/Niles PT

I completed CNA training in 2004 and I worked in foour Nursing Homes on the night shift. I had good references from residents. I worked hard, because I liked to help seniors. This is my career. I am an RN from Poland with 17 years experience (most in psychiatric). Now I work in Golfview Developmental Center as a DDA...
Krzysztof can also help with: Respite care, personal care, mobility assistance, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

Work Experience Job Title: CNA I have been certified as a nursing assistant since 2012 and have gained extensive experience in various healthcare settings, including skilled nursing facilities, memory care, such as those Alzheimer's care, long term care rehabilitation centers, I am certified as a restorative aide and have...
Christian Paul can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, companionship, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Home Health Aide

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Sheria W.


Evanston, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Professional, Loving, Caring Nurse Assistant/Home Aid

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have over 10 years of experience in home health care and am a certified nursing assistant. I specialize in providing hospice care and have worked extensively with seniors facing various medical conditions, including cancer, diabetes, multiple sclerosis, Alzheimer's, and dementia. My clients value my reliability and...
Sheria can also help with: Meal prep, live-in home care, light cleaning, errands, dementia, hospice services & more
5.0
"Sheria is kind and hard-working. She did so much for my father-in-law before his death, making sure that he stayed clean and comfortable. She really cares about my mother-in-law; even now that my MIL is in assisted living, she calls her to say hello. In addition,...

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Victoria H.


Chicago, IL

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Excellent Home Care Aid

I have 7 years of experience in this field. I enjoy being with Seniors and spending time with them. I am professional, and caring, and would be an asset to your family's needs. I look forward to speaking with you and discussing an opportunity.
Victoria can also help with: Personal care, mobility assistance, meal prep, dementia, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

Wound Care

5.0
"She is very attentive and thoughtful and cares! She is always on time and makes sure everything that needs to get done, gets done!"

Nicole H.

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Tina S.


Chicago, IL

$30-35/hr8 yrs exp

Home Health Aide, Personal Care Attendant, Available For Companionship, House Keeping, & Meal Prep.

I have 9 1/2 and a half years of experience, & a few letters of recommendations. I've had three clients, and I took excellent care of them. I did physical therapy with them, prepared meals, house keeping, laundry, did errands, I took them to doctor appointments, took great care of their medications, & organized them daily. I...
Tina can also help with: Home modification, dementia, visiting physician
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Home Health Aide

5.0
"She is amazing ! The kids love her. She is very attentive and loves to play with the kids. You also don't come home do a disaster( house). I highly recommend her!"

Jackie O.

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Melissa W.


Chicago, IL

$25-35/hr5 yrs exp

Home Help Aid

I take great pride in my job because I love what I do. Caring for seniors is a great responsibility that takes time and patience. If your not a nurturing person then this is not the job for you.
Melissa can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, errands & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Melissa is wonderful. She is very professional, knowledgeable, caring and kind. She was very generous with her time. Melissa cared for me for 15 months. Had I not moved to another state, I know relieve still be caring for me. I miss her! "

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Wendy B.


Barrington, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Compassionate Alzheimer's Caregiver Available

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have worked for 10 plus years with seniors. I have always had a special place in my heart for them. I am kind, caring, compassionate and patient. I am also honest, trustworthy, reliable and capable. I have worked in facilities and in home. I prefer in home for the one on one. I have been trained in medication administration,...
Wendy can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, dementia, live-in home care
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Our family was fortunate enough to have had Wendy care for our mom for six years. When Wendy started to care for our mom she was in the earlier stages of dementia. Wendy was committed to our family and cared for our mom until she passed away. Wendy’s care for the...

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Margaret T.


Westmont, IL

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Home Health Aid CNA Available Full-Time

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'm very caring, compassionate Certified (Nursing Assistant) with over 20yrs of experience in elderly/ Dementia Care assisting them in their homes and in Facilities. I strive to do my very best to go above & beyond in order to keep them safe, healthy and in well being . I believe in doing unto others as you would have them to do...
Margaret can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, companionship, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Professional, reliable, showed up as promised, and even accommodated to location change which I found out the day before, as well as unexpected overtime on the day of the job. She is friendly and has great energy. Would hire her again 10/10."

Erina M.

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Thelma S.


Palatine, IL

$23-37/hr10 yrs exp

Dependable

Hello, I am Thelma, an accomplished home healthcare aide with over (10)years of experience. I have experience taking care of patients with dementia, Alzheimer's, hospice and others. I am dedicated and compassionate and go above and beyond to make my clients feel comfortable and loved. I am punctual and trustworthy. I do meal...
Thelma can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, companionship, errands & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Thelma is a dedicated worker really good with our family member. Very punctual and dependable. Our family is very grateful to her."

Mike W.

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Belinda S.


Streamwood, IL

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Personal Care/aide Assistant,available For Care giving Companionship, part Time Or Full Time

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

-20+years of experience of Care Giving *patient care/senior care/companion care/home care/medical &non medical -Certified Nursing Assistant and studied Gerontology (Study of aging) -dependable, patient, friendly, and compassionate. -Stroke, Alzheimer's, Dementia , Memory Care, ALS, Parkinson's, Diabetes experienced. -meal...
Belinda can also help with: Visiting physician, respite care, personal care, hospice services, dementia, live-in home care & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

4.0
"I hired Belinda on a Tuesday to start on Friday. The next day, our regular weekday caregiver could not come, and Belinda changed her plans to accommodate starting that day instead. She stepped in at the last minute and figured out everything without a problem. It...

Dawn W.

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Laimute B.


Lake Forest, IL

$19-30/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Or Part-Time Caregiver With 15+ Years Of Experience

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! Are you looking for a quality elderly care in the northern and northwestern suburbs? My name is Laima. I'm a skilled elderly caregiver with 19+ years of experience. I am available to work part-time, full-time or overnight shifts. I'm a very good cook, experienced housekeeper and good driver. I also love pets. I have...
Laimute can also help with: Meal prep, live-in home care, light cleaning, errands, dementia, home modification & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Laima was very responsive to our needs. She evaluated the situation and fit right in immediately. Our family member needed significant hands-on, end-of-life care. We found Laima to be warm, kind hearted and very skilled. We highly recommend her."

Irene K.

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Rajvir K.


West Chicago, IL

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Home Health Aide Available For Part Time

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am also a CNA. As a caregiver working from last 17 yrs. Love taking care of elder people. I did took care of a dementia patient and also a ALS patient. I do have a car. Very friendly . People love being around me.
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Rajvir is the definition of empathetic, compassionate, caring and solution based. She has such a strong work ethic, amazing bed side manners and compassion when speaking to clients and family members. Rajvir is the type of care professional I wish all families and...

Harman R.

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Sheree B.


Westchester, IL

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Home Health Aide Available Full-Time Personal Care Attendant Looking For Part-Time Work Available

Home Sweet Home Care - La Grange, IL August 2017 to Present Monitors patient condition by observing physical and mental condition, intake and output, and exercise. Companionships, Supports patients by providing housekeeping and laundry services household requirements; preparing and serving meals and snacks; Cleaning, Sanitation
Sheree can also help with: Personal care, dementia, respite care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Sheree is very genuine and caring. She's a pleasure to be around and dependable."

Redeemer R.

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Magan L.


Hoffman Estates, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 20 years of medical experience. . I am responsible and trustworthy. Looking for long term job 6-8 hours a day. I charge $25-$30 an hour. Prices negotiable. I work with people who have Parkinson's and Alzheimer's disease. I'm licensed occupation and physical therapy aid
Magan can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, personal care
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"I’ve worked with Megan for over five (5) years. During that time I found her to be on time, dependable, and very trustworthy while caring for my parents. I would definitely recommend Megan to anyone I know. "

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Pershencey M.


Bloomingdale, IL

$25/hr5 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hi! I'm a certified home care aid, who is compassionate and dedicated with 5 years of experience in providing exceptional care to the elderly. Im very patient, organized, and Skilled in assisting patients with daily living activities like dressing, grooming, bathing, medication reminders, and meal preparation. I also assist...
Pershencey can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, companionship, errands & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"She is very reliable, friendly, and a pleasure to work with."

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Anna N.


Carol Stream, IL

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Great Caregiver Available For Come/Go Only

Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I'm Anna caregiver who lives in Carol Stream. I'm CPR/AED/First Aid certified. I have 20 years of experience working and providing the best care to elderly people. I enjoy working with senior clients in their home or assisted living helping them with daily tasks of life, being there for them when they need me, so their...
Anna can also help with: Personal care, mobility assistance, meal prep, errands, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"I hired Anna to help me with a colonoscopy appointment. Anna was excellent with her timely communication and confirming all the logistics. She gave me great confidence that she is reliable trustworthy and caring. She was very personable too! I highly recommend Anna...

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Natacha P.


Chicago, IL

$25/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

Compassionate caregiver who knows how to keep a level head during emergencies. Able to provide a number of services to patients to make them feel comfortable and safe at all times. Possess certification in first aid techniques as well as CPR. Excel at exemplifying proper bedside manner. Specialization in looking after elderly...
Natacha can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, companionship, errands & more
5.0
"Natacha in not only caring, patient and understanding. She is also incredibly professional in the details. Providing help organizing and managing the care team put in place to help my sister. I highly recommend her for your loved one. "

Sara J.

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Carolynn T.


Lyons, IL

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Compassionate Artist

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been a dedicated caregiver for 9 years providing compassionate and comprehensive care to my clients. I have experience with clients with Alzheimer's/dementia. My services include light daily cleaning, medication reminders, assistance with toileting, bathing, walking, running errands, wound care and accompanying clients to...
Carolynn can also help with: Mobility assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, errands & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

Wound Care

5.0
"Super kind. Super knowledgeable. Has a great sense of humor. Reliable and punctual. I’d hire her all over again!"

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Recent home aide reviews in Des Plaines, IL

Alicja M.

5.0

Can't say enough about Alicja and the great care my mother received from her. Alicja is competent, very highly skilled, caring and very professional. An excellent caregiver!

- Eve M.

Sheria W.

5.0

Sheria is kind and hard-working. She did so much for my father-in-law before his death, making sure that he stayed clean and comfortable. She really cares about my mother-in-law; even now that my MIL is in assisted living, she calls her to say hello. In addition, she communicated with us - 10 hours...

- Care member

Victoria H.

5.0

Victoria has great people skills, organizational skills and is very reliable.

- Matt W.

Tina S.

5.0

Tina was a great addition to our family.

- Mary P.

Melissa W.

5.0

Melissa is wonderful. She is very professional, knowledgeable, caring and kind. She was very generous with her time. Melissa cared for me for 15 months. Had I not moved to another state, I know relieve still be caring for me. I miss her!

- Care member

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