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Home aides in Island Lake, IL

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Wanda N.


Island Lake, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Or Part-Time Caregiver

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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am very passionate about helping seniors and assisting them in being as independent as possible. As a caregiver, it is important to remember that my companion needs to be treated with dignity and respect, even though they need some aid in basic needs.
Wanda can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, errands, meal prep, personal care & more
Skills:

CNA

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Wendy B.


Barrington, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Compassionate Alzheimer's Caregiver Available

5.0

(4)

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: Dementia, personal care, live-in home care, hospice services
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Wendy was an amazing caregiver for my father during his final months of life. We knew right away she was a perfect fit, given her compassion and professionalism. While she was unfortunately only available for 1 hour a few days a week, she still made it work so...

Jackie S.

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Rachel S.


Algonquin, IL

$15-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I have been a Certified Nurses Aide with 12 years of experience working at multiple facilities including assisted living, skilled nursing facilities and local hospitals. I have a strong passion for serving seniors and providing families the highest quality of care for their loved ones! I would be blessed to provide our community...
Rachel can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, dementia, errands, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"Rachel has made a huge difference in my mother's life! She has taken care of her for the past couple months but the way my mother talks about Rachel feels like she has been apart of her life for multiple years. When talking with my mother before Rachel she had no...

Debra S.

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Gana T.


Cary, IL

$21-35/hr10 yrs exp

Big Heart

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, My name is Gana. Im a First aid, wound care trained, Certified caregiver. I have 15 years of experience assisting elderly with Dementia, Parkinson's, Alzheimer, Hospice, Stroke, COPD, Spinal stenosis, Diabetes, ALS, MS etc. I'm very reliable, patient, compassionate with strong interpersonal skills and knowledge of personal...
Gana can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, errands, live-in home care, hospice services & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Gana is a dedicated and hard working woman who is passionate to help others. Not only she can assist the elderly with their daily activities but also she is able to ensure that they are genuinely cared and treated with respect."

Hula U.

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Mayolita M.


Grayslake, IL

$18-30/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Aid And Companion

3.7

(3)

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello, Thank you for viewing my profile, I am a 14 year Certified Aid and Private Caregiver I also have 8 years experience working as a Therapy aid. I carry my CPR & First Aid license. I am experienced with many geriatric settings such as, Parkinson, Respite Alzheimer & Dementia ALS. As a caregiver I will work with families to...
Mayolita can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, live-in home care, errands & more
Skills:

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

CNA

5.0
"Maye was extremely professional very friendly extremely knowledgeable in her field I was very impressed by her credentials in the way that she dealt with on a personal level meeting with my mother and being able to make a connection that such a short notice that...

John R.

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Diane S.


Algonquin, IL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

HHA/ Home Health Assistant/

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I have received my CNA/ HHA experience and continued education in hospitals, rehab, and private care in homes for several years. I have several years experience in all ADL's- assisted daily living activities. I am a compassionate, considerate, and reliable female, encouraging a positive environment for a loved ones...
Diane can also help with: Personal care, companionship, mobility assistance, meal prep, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

Wound Care

5.0
"Diana was caring and knowledgeable. She provided 24/7 care for our Mom. She was always pleasant and punctual. Would hire her again in a heartbeat"

Sylvia S.

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Dawn C.


McHenry, IL

$15-30/hr2 yrs exp

Loving, Caring Mother Would Love to Help Out Where Needed

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.

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Marsa J.


Grayslake, IL

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Hospice Aide And Nurse Assistant

I've been a CNA for 10+ years and for the past 4 years I've been working as a hospice CNA because it provides a deeply fulfilling opportunity to make a significant difference in the lives of patients and their families during a very vulnerable time, offering comfort, companionship, and support while allowing for personal...
Marsa can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, specialized care, mobility assistance
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Sarah H.


Wauconda, IL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available

I enjoy helping the elderly and making their lives more full, fun and safe. I aided a 93-year-old for the past 15 years. She recently died and I'm looking to help another senior. I am loving, patient, kind, on time and reliable. Let me know if I can help your family!
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, transportation, respite care, errands, personal care & more
Hello! My name is Lexi and I am currently a nursing student at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. I have over a year experience working as a dietary aide at a long term memory care facility. My clinical site for nursing school is also at an assisted living facility, specializing in memory care. At this facility, I provide...
Lexi can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services, errands, companionship & more

Tsengel E.


Barrington, IL

$17-30/hr1 yrs exp

Compassionate And Kind Live-in Caretaker

I'd describe my personality as compassionate, energetic, and caring. I like caring for seniors because it is a form of giving back to the community and I consider it as a humanitarian activity, that involves compassion, understanding, kindness, and love. I personally used to care for my grandmother back in Mongolia when I was a...
Tsengel can also help with: Home modification, mobility assistance, meal prep, live-in home care, light cleaning, errands & more
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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: Companionship, light cleaning, hospice services, errands, dementia, live-in home care & 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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Kathleen K.


Spring Grove, IL

$17/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate, Experienced, And Flexible Home Health Aide Available

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, hospice services, meal prep, dementia, companionship, errands & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

Wound Care

5.0
"I'm a 75 yr old male widower with reduced mobility due to arthritis desiring to remain in my single family home. I hired Kathleen to assist me with that goal and also help with the care of my 16 year spaniel, especially when he woke up early in the morning. Her...

Richard G.

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Alyssa D.


Gurnee, IL

$15/hr1 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Alyssa, I am a very patient, kind hearted individual who loves working with all ages! I have lots of experience working with elders as I take care of my grandma every few months which requires me to aid her in taking medication, getting her into bed, helping her eat and get dressed. We play games and watch...
Alyssa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, transportation, dementia, errands
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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: Dementia, live-in home care, hospice services, respite care, personal care, visiting physician & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"Love Belinda! She takes great care of my mom and when my Dad recently came home under hospice care, she was there for us and really helped in caring for him."

Kieu S.

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Helen H.


Woodstock, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Care Giver

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: Dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, home modification, hospice services & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Helen has worked with me taking care of my mother who has memory and mobility issues for 2 years. She is very dependable and knowledgeable. She is kind and caring with my mother. She worked hard to build a positive relationship with her. She prepares meals, helps...

Cindy W.

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Jasmen J.


Wheeling, IL

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

I Am Very Compassionate, Sympathetic, Caring And Out Going Person, I Love Cooking And Gardening.

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have 15 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Medical Management. I experienced working with Dementia, Cancer, Alzheimer, Depression, Parkinson, fall risk, bathing male or female any size, some with broken hips, arms legs neck. I can do companion, light house keeping and cooking. I do grocery...
Jasmen can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, dementia, companionship, hospice services, live-in home care & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Jasmen is very dependable, smart and knowledgeable about caring for seniors. She has great confidence and expert training on all the proper techniques to assist our loved one during care. Her communication is excellent; she has a deep wisdom and can relate to...

Lyn H.

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Michael R.


Arlington Heights, IL

$20/hr6 yrs exp

Available For Companionship, Meal Prep, Transport Errands/doctors, Days Mon-Fri.

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

If you're looking for someone to care for your loved one who has experience with care giving, and also possesses integrity, compassion, and attention to detail, please call me. I have experience providing companionship, meal preparation, light housekeeping, and transportation, as well as assistance with physical and occupational...
Michael can also help with: Personal care, dementia, errands, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Michael is just the best! Calm, patient, kind, and careful. He was always mindful of everyone in the family and took such special care of my Dad with Parkinsonism, MSA. Good sense of humor and kind heart! You couldn't ask for more. "

Laragene W.

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Larissa D.


Arlington Heights, IL

$21-29/hr4 yrs exp

Experienced And Helpful Caregiver Availiable

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

Hello , my name is Lara and thank you for considering me for this position! My first job was at a senior care facility (in Arlington Hts.) and I have always had a great rapport with our elders. In addition to personally caring for my own mother and others in the past, I have been professionally working as a senior caregiver for...
Larissa can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, hospice services, dementia, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Larissa cared for my disabled brother with kindness, compassion, and expertise. I would highly recommend her!"

Ed A.

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Ronke D.


Gurnee, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Caregiver (CNA)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

An Experienced Certified Nursing Assistant with CPR and First Aid Certification with over 10years experience. My work availability is (7days) Full time Over-Night schedule. Organized and collaborative team player and strong clinical and interpersonal skills. proficient in caring for geriatric patients to improve overall health...
Ronke can also help with: Hospice services, personal care, respite care, dementia
Skills:

CNA

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Recent home aide reviews in Island Lake, IL

Wendy B.

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 physical needs of our mom was...

- Care member

Rachel S.

5.0

Rachel took care of my uncle full-time for over a two years. She was the most helpful, kind and compassionate caregiver you could ask for. He had a difficult time opening up to people over the last couple of years due to his routine and/or needs. A lot of aides wouldn't have the patience to handle...

- Clyde P.

Gana T.

5.0

Gana is is an exceptional caregiver.

- Care member

Mayolita M.

5.0

Maye was extremely professional very friendly extremely knowledgeable in her field I was very impressed by her credentials in the way that she dealt with on a personal level meeting with my mother and being able to make a connection that such a short notice that was extraordinary for me to see I...

- John R.

Diane S.

5.0

Dee was a lifesaver for our family. My husband suffered from vascular dementia. Dee cared for him while I worked and when his disease became the worst. She was so patient with him as he was still physically strong, quite mobile and fiercely independent. He loved to work in the yard and garage even...

- Lori G.

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