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Ikenna E.
Bloomingdale, IL
$35/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello there,
My name is Ikenna, but you can call me IK for short.
I have a BS and MS degrees in Biochemistry, and currently in medical school, but on leave of absence at the moment so as to sort out my finances before continuing.
My care giving experience started way back when I was in high school. I gave care to my...
Ikenna can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, home modification, live-in home care, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"Ikenna has helped care for my husband, who has a complex and chronic illness, for the past 10 months. We consider ourselves extremely lucky to have found Ikenna, who is miles above most caregivers in the breadth of medical knowledge he possesses as a med school...
Gail M.
5.0
(3)
I am a certified nursing assistant. I had 10 years of experience with elderly people with different cases. I am very compassionate, thrust worthy and honest to my clients. I can drive and have my own car.
Marilyn can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, home modification, personal care, live-in home care, respite care & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Marilyn is a very gentle, soft-spoken and caring person. We loved how wonderful she was to our parents. She was punctual, reliable and a hard worker. she was very detailed oriented and extremely competent. We miss her! "
Virginia P.
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, hospice services, personal care, live-in home care
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"For the last three years, Wendy has cared for my mother who's in her mid-70s and has advanced Parkinson's, as well as for my father who had leukemia and has since passed away. We loved Wendy and the excellent care she gave and would've loved to keep her on forever,...
Martina S.
5.0
(3)
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: Errands, personal care, companionship, light cleaning, mobility assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Wound Care
CPR
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.
Gretchen V.
Saint Charles, IL
$20-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
4.6
(10)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm an experienced Senior Caregiver. I help seniors & their families by preparing meals, doing laundry, running errands, light cleaning, taking them to Dr. appointments, and providing companionship.
I am experienced with bathing, feeding, toileting, administering, medications and charting. I managed a five person...
Gretchen can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, light cleaning, dementia, home modification, errands & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Gretchen has been with us for a couple months now. She is reliable, kind and easy to get along with. She helps my husband with his OT/PT daily exercise routines as well his ADL's. It is clear she is invested in his overall health. She even helped me create a daily...
Charron B.
4.8
(19)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
My name is Niki . I'm CNA since 2006 and had working experience with elderly residents since then. I had worked with major senior living facilities. Had also have more than 10+years experience working with private clients. I have special skills like taking care of colostomy bag, ventilation patient, G-tube feeding, catheter...
Niki can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, personal care
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
4.0
"Niki cares for my long time friend Linda and was hired in Nov, 2019 for 12 hr. shifts as needed. (Linda is a Polio survivor who requires 24/7 Caregivers and assistance with many daily tasks and medical related needs.) Niki kindly volunteered to help after just a...
Bonnie F.
Belinda S.
Streamwood, IL
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Personal Care/aide Assistant,available For Care giving Companionship, part Time Or Full Time
4.7
(3)
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, personal care, respite care, live-in home care, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
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.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi I am trained and experienced in caregiving essentials such as:
Dementia Communications Strategies
Anxiety Reduction
Social Interaction
Cognitive Support
Warm Companionship
Games and Activities
Meals and Feeding Support
Dressing Assistance
Wheelchair Transfer
Personal Hygiene
You can call and text at anytime
Thank...
Stacey can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, companionship, home modification, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"very reliable, kind and experienced. The best!"
John G.
Amy S.
Algonquin, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Uniquely experienced certified nursing assistant with superior customer service skills and direct patient/client interaction in the aviation, health care and home health industries. Intuitive and analytical, I am a highly motivated self starter with a passion for making those in my care feel that they truly matter. Employment...
Amy can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, errands, live-in home care, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"When we were looking for a caregiver for my mother, who has Lewy Body Dementia, we connected with Amy on care.com. My mother hired her halfway through the interview, after rejecting several other candidates! I asked Amy for references and she supplied several,...
Jackie H.
Certified Nurse Assistant with current CPR and first aid training; with experience in caring for adults and children of all ages. Assisting senior care facilities and home care. I am reliable, energetic, and patient.
Experience:
Caring for clients in their homes, duties included: cooking, minor cleaning, laundry, and companion...
Jessica can also help with: Companionship, dementia, mobility assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
Mulenga C.
Bloomingdale, IL
$25-35/hr • 9 yrs exp
I am a passionate, devoted, hardworking, and trained individual with 10 years of experience in senior care giving. I know that's no single approach is the right one for every individual, therefore my training in different modalities and experience with patients with conditions such as Dementia Alzheimers, Stroke, hospice cases,...
Mulenga can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, errands, hospice services, live-in home care & more
Lillian B.
Bartlett, IL
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
I enjoy working with the elderly, I have experience starting from immediate family members, having cared for my grandparents and later my parents. Outside my family I have amazing opportunities with good families and in most cases left only when they passed on
Lillian can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, live-in home care
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
CPR
Amber R E.
Saint Charles, IL
$19-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi there! I'm Amber. With 15 years of experience, I pride myself on providing care that's not only tailored to my client's unique needs, but also filled with warmth, kindness, and positivity. My goal is to make sure everyone I care for feels safe, respected, and valued. I'm trained in medication management, dementia, vision...
Amber R can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, personal care, errands, hospice services, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Hello my name is Meghan I have over 18 years of diverse caregiving experience which include; skilled nursing homes, rehabilitation/restorative units, hospice care and live in caregiving. I also have experience with clients with multiple sclerosis. I started my journey with private care in 2019 and haven't looked back. I...
Meghan can also help with: Dementia, companionship, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
CPR
My name is Barbara. I am 43 years old. I live in Schaumburg. My work experience:
- 2 years CNA in nursing home ( day and night shift).
- 12 years babysitting.
- 10 years caregiver.
- 20 years cleaning lady.
- 10 years home manager
- 10 years teaching ( polish school).
Barbara can also help with: Errands, meal prep, companionship, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Djon D.
Schaumburg, IL
$20-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
My name is Djon D. I am 30 years old and have been in the healthcare field for 10 years now. I have experience in a nursing home setting, hospital setting, and home health setting. My previous job was as a personal care assistant to a corporate lawyer with a disability and as a night nurse for a 2-year-old baby girl needing...
Djon can also help with: Respite care, dementia, live-in home care, hospice services, personal care
Skills:
CNA
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
15+years experience like caregiver/housekeeper I'm kind, trustworthy, time-efficient with a positive attitude. I have great resume and can provide excellent references.
To see my reviews please go to housekeeping profile.
Vessela can also help with: Meal prep, home modification, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
I am a Registered Nurse for 3 years now I am looking for part time work as a babysitter/nanny! I am currently in school for nurse practitioner. I have been taking care of people for 6 years now.
Looking for a full time job. I am very likable person fun responsible, honest , trustworthy and compassionate in my job. Specialized care for Alzheimer' s dementia and companion. Duties include medication reminder bathing exercise cooking and light housekeeping. I have references from my previous client if you need. Thanks for...
Jasmin can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
I love to take care of elderly people. With all kinds of needs. I do help with baths, feeding, grooming. Laundry, helping with personal care. and doing actitives with them. I also encourage them do what they can do for themselves. I give them privacy to their families. I have worked with dementia patients too, it's challenging...
Skills:
CNA
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Recent home care reviews in Elgin, IL
Ikenna E.
5.0
We have been using IK for many months now for my husband's ADL and somethings related to his physical strength. He has been very good in all he does he has a lot of medical knowledge and is very compassionate. We would highly recommend his to anyone who needs a good care giver.
- Candace H.
Marilyn V.
5.0
Marilyn is a highly competent caregiver. She is very sensitive to not only the needs of her client but also their family members. Marilyn is enthusiastic, positive, and always thinks of her clients needs first and foremost. Her skills are endless and treating her clients with the upmost respect,...
- Debra B.
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
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.
Gretchen V.
5.0
Gretchen is wonderful at taking charge and getting organized and situated. I felt at ease when she was care taking for my mother. I relied on her expertise and knowledge and I would hire her again. She is trustworthy and someone you can count on.
- Erica K.
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FAQs for finding home care in Elgin, IL
How much does private home care cost per hour near me in Elgin, IL?
The average rate for hiring a home care provider in Elgin, IL as of February, 2025 is $21.56 per hour. This cost will fluctuate depending on the provider's level of experience, whether the care is full-time or part-time and the duties required to perform to care for your senior loved one.
How can I find home care near me in Elgin, IL?
Care.com has 9 home care providers for seniors in Elgin, IL. To start searching for caregivers near you, you need to create a Care.com account. To create your account, you will answer some basic questions to help you find home care providers that specialize in your family member’s needs. You will then have the option to either post a job and receive applications from candidates, or you can search for caregivers on the website. You can filter results by distance from Elgin, IL or hourly rate. After you have selected your candidates, you can schedule interviews, check references, request background checks, and can then hire a home health care provider that suits your needs the best.
What types of home care services are available near me in Elgin, IL?
The types of home health care services near you in Elgin, IL will vary depending on the needs of the senior you’re hiring home care assistance for, but home care providers can assist with companionship and fellowship, as well as skilled nursing care. There are also home caregivers in Elgin, IL that can assist with daily activities, such as cooking, medication prompting, dressing, bathing and transporting the senior patient to and from appointments.
How can I safely hire home care near me in Elgin, IL?
If you need to hire senior home care near you in Elgin, IL, we strongly suggest you run an independent background check, request professional references, and interview a handful of candidates. You can also look for providers on Care.com who have a CareCheck badge on their profile, which is a background check we request all in home care service providers complete. Any senior home care providers who complete a CareCheck will have a badge on their profile that displays the date the background check was run.
What interview questions should I ask when hiring home health care near me in Elgin, IL?
When you’re hiring in home health care services near you in Elgin, IL, it can be really helpful to interview a handful of different candidates to help you find the right fit. It’s a good idea to ask them questions about the exact responsibilities they feel comfortable taking on, how they best communicate, and what types of senior health issues they have dealt with in the past.