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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: Personal care, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, errands, hospice services & 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: Live-in home care, personal care, dementia, 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: Errands, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

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...

Clyde P.

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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: Live-in home care, hospice services, errands, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Gana is is an exceptional caregiver."

Care member

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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, errands, dementia, companionship, live-in home care, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

Wound Care

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: Light cleaning, companionship, meal prep, mobility assistance, personal care, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Diane was very good with my mom ,she has a heart and soul of a Saint ! And a lot of patience I'm am very blessed to have found her! She has helped me out a lot and very understanding and helpful ! I really appreciate all she has done !"

Colleen H.

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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: Specialized care, dementia, mobility assistance, hospice services
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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: Light cleaning, transportation, meal prep, 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: Meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, companionship, errands & 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, light cleaning, live-in home care, mobility assistance, errands, meal prep & 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: Live-in home care, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, 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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Artur N.


Lincolnshire, IL

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care

Past 4 1/2 years I have been working with retired priest from Glenview helping him with many daily routines, and helping him to get around as easy as possible so he can enjoy life like we are Our daily routines where Wounds care, oxygen and nebulizer, catheter change, bed wheelchair, wheelchair bed transfer, medications...
Artur can also help with: Errands, hospice services, companionship, light cleaning, live-in home care, dementia & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Empathetic, caring, punctual, highly recommended"

Monika 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: Hospice services, companionship, errands, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

5.0
"She continues to be a true blessing and highly recommend her to you as a personal assistant/caregiver or however you see fit as she will be dearly missed... Sincerely, Dena M."

Dena M.

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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: Dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, transportation
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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: Personal care, live-in home care, visiting physician, dementia, respite care, hospice services & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"Belinda cared for my Mother for several years. At the beginning she treated her with respect and care and concern for her well being. At the end she treated her with affection and care and concern and became my guide through a difficult time. She always knew...

Amy R.

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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: Errands, hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, home modification & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"Helen cared for my Mom for over 9 years, she is very caring and dependable. She was always willing to help out in any way she could. "

Sally B.

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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 10 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: Errands, live-in home care, hospice services, companionship, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"My mom is very physically compromised and in a skilled nursing facility. She requires extra care and Jasmen was perfect. Jasmen was very communicative with me and my mom enjoyed her company. She made sure my mom ate, helped her organize her room, put on her make...

Laurie H.

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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: Hospice services, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

Wound Care

5.0
"She has been helping my senior mother and doing a wonderful job. She helps with cooking, cleaning, or running errands. She's also just a friendly person that gives my mother the companionship she needs."

Lara L.

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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: Meal prep, dementia, companionship, light cleaning, personal care, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Michael has been the best caregiver for our Dad. He has been available whenever asked. He takes him shopping at least weekly. He found our Dad a dentist when he had a dental emergency. He took him there for both of his appointments. He took him to the ER and...

Chris C.

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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...

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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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