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My name is Evelyn. I have being working in the medical field for over 15 years and I have experience in child care to over 15 years I am a hard worker and nice person very understanding very patient and I love working and helping people and if it just be companionship Meal prep running errands bathing toileting just a helping...
Evelyn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, mobility assistance, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
4.6
(9)
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, hospice services, dementia, respite care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"We hired Heather to help care for our 87 year old mom. Our mom was was having a difficult time caring for herself, getting around and remembering things. Heather was very knowledgeable, professional, caring and always stayed on-top of things. Heather managed all...
Joseph P.
Patricia B.
Chicago Heights, IL
$25-44/hr • 10 yrs exp
Personal Care Certified Nursing Assistant With Over 15 Yrs Experience Full/Part Time Work
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm a graduate of IHHS Certified Nursing Assistant Program and have been a Certified Nursing Assistant for over 10 years, I'm certified through the State of Illinois and currently on the Illinois Registry in Good Standing, I have many transferable skills in conjunction with my CNA training that can be utilized to ensure quality...
Patricia can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, companionship, meal prep, mobility assistance, hospice services & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
Wound Care
5.0
"Patricia has been a caregiver for 15 plus years.
Patricia is very likable, concerned and a caring individual. Patricia will be an asset to whomever she's employed with."
Florence S.
5.0
(4)
Hello my name is Shalondra. I am a Compassionate Caregiver/CNA who has over 10+ years of Caregiver experience. I have worked with many clients. I am very positive person . I believe with God all things are possible, to them that only believe. My background specialize in Dementia, Hospice, G- feedings, Strokes... etc. I also...
Shalondra can also help with: Errands, live-in home care, hospice services, companionship, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
Wound Care
5.0
"She is a great worker and she has a good heart"
Priscah C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Meal Preparation, and I love pets. I am a CNA and a retired LPN. I am responsible and organized and follow directions well. I am outgoing and very personable. My flexible hours, and I am willing to work around your schedule.
Willa can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, dementia, companionship, mobility assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Licensed Nurse
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I would highly recommend Willa. She is a very kind person and caregiver. Willing to be flexible and will do just about anything needed. In the short time she took care of my mom she made my mom feel as if she had a friend and not just a caregiver. She will be...
Vicky K.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a Certified Nursing Assistant. I have been a Certified Nursing Assistant/Caregiver for many years. I was taking care of a 88-year-old female with Essential Head Tremors and dementia and other health conditions in which made her immobile. I used a hoyer lift to position her in bed, chairs and bath chair for showers. I was...
Barbara can also help with: Home modification, dementia, hospice services, personal care, respite care
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Barbara worked for us for 3 weeks prior to my Mother being hospitalized. She was extremely attentive to my mother's needs and very trustworthy. Unfortunately her employment with us was cut short due to my Mom's unexpected decline in health and the need to...
Sharon B.
Cynthia N.
Matteson, IL
$18/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Cynthia I have 35 yrs hands on experience as a certified nurse assistant I worked at south suburban hospital 8yrs over 6 yrs live in care and nursing homes I'm extensively hands on experience with patient care bathing, feeding, grooming, medication reminder , transferring vital signs, ac-cu check I'm compassion,...
Cynthia can also help with: Hospice services, errands, light cleaning, live-in home care, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
4.0
"Cynthia is AMAZING! She is a caretaker for my mom who has dementia. Cynthia is patient and calm with her! My mom loves her and so do I!"
Chandra S.
Barbara C.
Monee, IL
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have 25 + years as a nursing assistant very compassionate individual would absolutely love seniors. Many years of experience with letters of recommendation
Barbara can also help with: Personal care, home modification, respite care, dementia, hospice services, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
CNA
5.0
"Barbara is an extremely compassionate person who is very kind and patient. She is a very hard worker and easy to talk to. She will cook, clean, odd tasks, help with bathing and dressing or offer companionship. I would definitely rehire her."
Sharon O.
I have 10+ years of experience as a Live-in Caregiver. Additionally, I have experience as a Hospice Caretaker as well. I enjoy being around seniors who are still in their home. Having someone to help in the home does ease the worries of the family. My primary responsibilities are the following;
* Companionship
* Assist with...
Diane can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, hospice services, live-in home care, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Edith. I have experience for caring for the elderly for 2+ years. My main goal is to provide the best care possible for you. I am caring, attentive, responsible, compassionate and observant. I can fulfill such responsibilties as cooking, cleaning, running errands, providing companionship. I have experience with...
Edita can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, personal care
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been care-taking for five years professionally. When I was 25 my spouse was diagnosed with Cancer so I have been care-taking non professionally for a long time. My last client was 94 and required bathing, dressing, cooking, house keeping, transportation back and for to the doctor and medication management. I am outgoing...
Rebecca can also help with: Hospice services, live-in home care, respite care, dementia, personal care, visiting physician & more
I'm a positive and energetic person with 16 years of experience in all types of senior care I have my certificate in cna I can do personal care, outings, meal prep, and socialization familiar with Alzheimer's and dementia also light house keeping and distributing pills I have my own car for doctors appointments and outings
Rachel can also help with: Meal prep, personal care, light cleaning, dementia, errands
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Cris Z.
Country Club Hills, IL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Devoted Caregiver With Six Years Of Experience With Senior
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been a professional caregiver since 2006 years (with certification). I encountered different kinds of patients with different cases of illnesses. Diabetes, High Blood pressure, dementia, Alzheimer's and companionship. I love working with elderly people. It always have been a pleasure to work with them. I'm a very...
Cris can also help with: Respite care, dementia, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Octavia A.
Frankfort, IL
$27-45/hr • 5 yrs exp
Why Caring For Seniors Is Personal: A Heartfelt Reflection
I enjoy caring for seniors because it can often be very personal. For me, it's not just about doing a job or fulfilling a duty, it resonates with my own life experiences and family memories.
Having had a close relationship with my grandparents and older relatives, caring for seniors can feel like a way of honoring the love and...
Octavia can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, errands, dementia, home modification, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
CPR
Kora M.
Homewood, IL
$20-35/hr • 5 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: Meal prep, hospice services, errands, personal care, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
Shaketa W.
Thornton, IL
$15-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello I'm Shaketa I have been in the Home Health Care field for 4 years until I got certified as a nursing assistant now I assist in Rehab facilities , Assisted Living , Skilled , and home healthcare . I have the passion to care for others & I love what I do !
I'd describe my personality as compassionate , caring , and...
Shaketa can also help with: Meal prep, mobility assistance, light cleaning, errands, home modification, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Hi my name is Rebecca and I have over 10 years of experience in the home health care field. I have experience with patients that have illnesses such as Dementia, cancer, strokes, and hospice care. I also have experience with companion care, cleaning, and transportation.
Rebecca can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Stella K.
Homewood, IL
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
I'm a very passionate person who likes working and taking care of people ,especially the elderly, and making sure at the end of the day they are happy and comfortable. I treat my clients as my own parents and I put myself in their shoes.
Stella can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning, personal care, respite care, meal prep
Lora O.
Matteson, IL
$18/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Lora. With eight years of experience in senior care, I am fully qualified to assist with all your needs. I am dedicated to providing compassionate and personalized care to ensure your comfort and well-being.
Strong communication skills
Dignified personal care provision
Dementia care
Mobility support skills...
Lora can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, live-in home care, hospice services, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Certified Nursing Assistant who maintains a high level of professionalism, patience, and efficiency, while providing care for those in need.
Angela can also help with: Personal care, dementia, hospice services
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
CPR
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Recent home care reviews in University Park, IL
Heather M.
5.0
We hired Heather to help care for our 87 year old mom. Our mom was was having a difficult time caring for herself, getting around and remembering things. Heather was very knowledgeable, professional, caring and always stayed on-top of things. Heather managed all of our moms medical appts,...
- Joseph P.
Patricia B.
5.0
Patricia has been a caregiver for 15 plus years.
Patricia is very likable, concerned and a caring individual. Patricia will be an asset to whomever she's employed with.
- Florence S.
Shalondra N.
5.0
She is very caring and respectful of the situation. During my mom's hospice, Shalondra treated her as if it were her own family. She made my mom's last few days very peaceful and comfortable.
- Jorge A.
Willa H.
5.0
Willa is an angel! Honest, dependable and easy going. I would absolutely recommend Willa and would happily hire her again.
- Care member
Barbara C.
5.0
Barbara worked for us for 3 weeks prior to my Mother being hospitalized. She was extremely attentive to my mother's needs and very trustworthy. Unfortunately her employment with us was cut short due to my Mom's unexpected decline in health and the need to hospitalize her and place her in long term...
- Sharon B.
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FAQs for finding home care in University Park, IL
How much does private home care cost per hour near me in University Park, IL?
The average rate for hiring a home care provider in University Park, IL as of February, 2025 is $23.00 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 University Park, IL?
Care.com has 1 home care providers for seniors in University Park, 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 University Park, 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 University Park, IL?
The types of home health care services near you in University Park, 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 University Park, 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 University Park, IL?
If you need to hire senior home care near you in University Park, 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 University Park, IL?
When you’re hiring in home health care services near you in University Park, 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.