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60 home care are listed in Wauconda, IL
The average posted rate is $24/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby home care is 10 years
Home care in Wauconda, IL
Kerry F.
Wauconda, IL
$23-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Compassionate, Experienced CNA, Hospice Care & Companionship.
4.7
(12)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I have over 20 years of experience in healthcare. I have about 15 years of caregiving experience, everything from basic companionship, to assisting those with advanced & complicated health issues, to hospice & end of life care. I'm a CNA, caregiver & a former nursing student.
Through my past work experience, I've been...
Kerry can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
CNA
5.0
"Kerry is a caregiver warrior. She is knowledgeable and loyal to her person. From Day 1 she had goals set for her person and worked hard to get them on track. She was interested in this assignment and owned the job fully. She became a trusted advisor and no task was...
Kathleen M.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
My experience caring for others started with me caring for my grandmother. She was wheelchair bound with Dementia and Parkinson's. I took care of her in her home and as she declined I moved her into my home. She was with me for over 3 yrs and I cared for her 24/7. Duties included companionship, feeding, help with hygiene,...
Jennifer can also help with: Mobility assistance, dementia, home modification, errands, hospice services, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Jennifer was an amazing care giver for my mother Mary Lee for the last 4 years! My mom had Alzheimer's disease. She as bed bound for about 6 months after a broken hip at a nursing home. Then in a wheelchair for the remainder of her life. Jen did everything with...
Kerri M.
Catalina A.
Wauconda, IL
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Catalina A. I been working in a nursing home for 18 yeas as a CNA. I have experience with Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's and dementia. I have references too. I can help you lovely one to prepare breakfast, lunch or dinner. I can help with a shower too, do her laundry, light housecleaning also take to the Dr if they...
Catalina can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, mobility assistance, errands, personal care & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Catalina is warm, kind and accommodating to my mother-in-law's needs...she is a pleasure to have in our home and we couldn't be happier."
Monica M.
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: Personal care, errands, light cleaning, transportation, meal prep, respite care & more
Pamela S.
Wauconda, IL
$20-29/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'm an LPN many yrs. Caring and compassionate. CPR certified and Fingerprinted by the state of IL for criminal background check. I'd prefer private pay. No insurance and VA clients.
Pamela can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, personal care, light cleaning
Linda P.
Wauconda, IL
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Linda, a Senior Companion Caregiver with over 15 years of experience, committed to providing exceptional care. I am a non-smoker with a deep love for animals, I bring a high level of organization, cleanliness, and reliability to my work. My services include meal preparation, assistance with feeding, bathing, dressing,...
Linda can also help with: Mobility assistance, companionship, home modification, errands, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Jodie T.
Fox Lake, IL
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have over 20yrs of experience taking care of the elderly with Alzheimer's disease. 3yrs experience as a medical assistant. I was 18yrs old when I became a caregiver when my grandmother was placed into an assisted living due to having Alzheimer and could no longer care for herself. I wanted to be closer to my grandmother & take...
Jodie can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, dementia, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Wound Care
5.0
"I worked with Jodie for 1 year at a private client house. She is very experienced, super sweet, kindhearted, and fun to work with. She is willing to go out of her way to be accommodating. She truly puts her clients first!! She a hard worker. I truly recommend...
Dina A.
Liz M.
Island Lake, IL
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Personal Care Attendant And Cooking, Feeding, Companion Ship, Cleaning Looking For Live-in Job.
5.0
(2)
I have over 14 years experience as a caregiver. The last 3 and half years I have been taking care for 96-year-old lady in her home and next for her very seriously disease son until he passed away. So, I am looking for new job. I am very quiet, nice, honest person. My seniors treat me like part of family. I love to walk, swim,...
Liz can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, errands, live-in home care, meal prep, companionship & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
5.0
"Elizabeth has a very caring,loving, patient person. I call her our Earth Angel, because she came into our lives when we needed someone to take care of my grandmother, until her death. Elizabeth was wonderful to my grandmother.
Elizabeth's duties for my...
Tracy K.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a CNA with over 15 years experience in home health, nursing homes, hospice and specialize in Alzheimer's care. I am a non smoker, have a new vehicle, CPR Certified and am very compassionate. I love working with people and assisting someone in their daily lives brings me joy and fulfillment. Let me know if I can help you or...
Jami can also help with: Dementia, personal care, hospice services
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Jami took great care of my wife who has early onset Parkinson's and Dementia. She was very personable, cheerful and empathetic in her caregiving. She was also a good cook, nutrition smart and a great companion for my wife. I highly recommend her for any type of...
Bill N.
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: Errands, light cleaning, hospice services, companionship, dementia, live-in home care & 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.
Aldona N.
McHenry, IL
$20-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I worked as a medical nurse in a hospital in Lithuania for 16 years. As a person and professional I am very responsible and devoted in my duties. I feel a need to help and care for others. My working experience as a care giver is 23 years. I am a long time worker and my clients becomes my family. During all these years I worked...
Aldona can also help with: Errands, meal prep, mobility assistance, dementia, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Aldona was the anchor we didn't know we needed as we began the next stage of caring for my mom with dementia, along with helping my dad who was still an active caregiver at that time and who later transitioned to needing more care. Our family had no experience with...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Esther.
I love what I do and cherish the beautiful memories that come with it.
As a nanny & caregiver, I prioritize the safety of those in my care, and go above and beyond in ensuring they're happy and satisfied with how their day is spent.
While I'm huge on both indoor and outdoor activities to keep our days...
Esther can also help with: Meal prep, personal care, dementia, hospice services, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
5.0
"Esther worked for me for 2.5 months providing live-in comprehensive Care services. She is extremely pleasant, intelligent and hardworking young lady with excellent English language oral and writing skills. Her work ethics and dedication are extraordinary and I...
Antoni P.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
40+ years of hands on experience caring for seniors. I can assist with shopping, meal preparation and feeding, bathing, daily activities, schedule and escort to doctor appointments, check vitals, medication prompting, companionship, and housekeeping. I am friendly, honest, compassionate, organized, a non-smoker and love animals.
Catrin can also help with: Respite care, personal care, dementia
5.0
"Catrin was amazing! So sweet and always on time! Very dependable and we are so thankful to have found her!"
Kristin L.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Dyana, I am currently a pct at Northwestern Memorial Hospital and have been doing home health for about 5 years now. I just completed my associates In science at Mchenry county college and am waiting to start nursing school. have experience in transfers, bathing, dressing, g-tube, hoyer, and memory loss patients, meal...
Dyana can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, visiting nurse
5.0
"What a wonderful person with excellent skills, Punctual, gentle and kind and very easy to communicate I would hire her back in a second!"
Gloria T.
5.0
(1)
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.
5.0
(2)
Detail oriented, active, interactive, energetic nurse. I have experience in Pediatric Care, Geriatric Care, Memory Care and Hospice Care. I believe in Holistic Care, patience and ready to work at each client's level of need. I believe that music, dance and laughter are a recipe for a better day!
Sally can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, personal care, dementia, meal prep, hospice services & more
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
5.0
"Sally is an amazing nurse and an absolute asset to anyone that is lucky enough to have her care for them."
Launie L.
5.0
(1)
I am a strong polish/american senior woman who has cared for seniors for over 20 years, seeking position for 24 hour overnight care 3-5/ 24 hour shifts per week. Also available now for in home day care 5 hour minimum. My previous client of 2 years has transitioned with hospice. Interviewing for new position. I am confident in my...
Jolanta can also help with: Live-in home care, companionship, hospice services, dementia, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
CPR
5.0
"I would highly recommend Yolanta. She took very good care of my Dad. He suffered from Dementia & blood cancer. In the beginning my Dad didn't need much help. Medication reminders & meals prepared. She genuinely cared about my Dad. He liked her. They would have...
Lisa C.
3.7
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 15+ years experience as elderly caregiver. Assisting clients with ambulation and mobility around the house or outside (doctor's appt., walks etc). Helping clients take prescribed medication. Assisting clients with personal care and hygiene. Maintains a clean, safe and orderly environment for the client.
Carina can also help with: Home modification, dementia, personal care, visiting physician
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Carina took care of my mother through an extremely difficult time while my mom was recovering from a bad fall and experiencing severe anxiety, as well as after her recovery. She was always kind, patient, and cheerful, and was able to develop a trust with my mom...
Dawn M.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a compassionate skilled caregiver devoted to utilizing my 15 years experience to provide a safe, caring, comforting environment for the client which would allow the client to remain in their home . Assisting clients with activities of daily living, bathing, feeding, toileting, exercising, socializing. Light housekeeping,...
Dawn can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, hospice services
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"Dawn has a great heart and will do what the client needs with in the parameters of her capabilities.
She is responsible and follows up as needed."
Randall R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I began my career managing households for diplomats with the Nepali embassy, during which I had training in CPR, First Aid, Food Hygiene and Security. My last 2 years have been spent caring for a Parkinson's patient with dementia. provided professional 24 hour care man with Parkinson , disease, hypertension, anxiety, disorder...
Ram can also help with: Respite care, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, personal care
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
5.0
"Ram was my 90 year old Mother's caregiver for 13 months and he did an excellent job. He was very kind and compassionate with her and understood her problems with progressive dementia. He took care of her medications, bathing and hygiene, cooking and...
Raija W.
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Recent home care reviews in Wauconda, IL
Kerry F.
5.0
Kerry truly loves her job and is committed to providing the best individual care possible. She demonstrates an extensive knowledge of Alzheimer's which she utilizes to provide kind, empathetic and attentive care for her patients. She is super considerate and flexible. We enjoyed having her in our...
- Tracey V.
Jennifer D.
5.0
Jenn has been a huge lifesaver for our family. She is such a blessing. She has connected with my mother and takes better care of her than I could’ve imagined. Jenn is patient, kind, reliable, caring, knowledgeable, and genuine. She has truly found her calling.
- Mary H.
Catalina A.
5.0
Catalina is warm, kind and accommodating to my mother-in-law's needs...she is a pleasure to have in our home and we couldn't be happier.
- Monica M.
Jodie T.
5.0
Jodie worked a day shift from 8am - 2pm with my two elderly parents from 8/18 thru 5/20. We needed to cut hours in an effort to save money and keep them in their home. Jodie is a very caring and compassionate person. She helped with all aspects of caring for two elderly parents. We wish Jodie all...
- Stuart S.
Liz M.
5.0
Elizabeth has a very caring,loving, patient person. I call her our Earth Angel, because she came into our lives when we needed someone to take care of my grandmother, until her death. Elizabeth was wonderful to my grandmother.
Elizabeth's duties for my grandmother were making sure her medications...
- Tracy K.
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FAQs for finding home care in Wauconda, IL
How much does private home care cost per hour near me in Wauconda, IL?
The average rate for hiring a home care provider in Wauconda, IL as of April, 2025 is $24.17 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 Wauconda, IL?
Care.com has 6 home care providers for seniors in Wauconda, 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 Wauconda, 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 Wauconda, IL?
The types of home health care services near you in Wauconda, 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 Wauconda, 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 Wauconda, IL?
If you need to hire senior home care near you in Wauconda, 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 Wauconda, IL?
When you’re hiring in home health care services near you in Wauconda, 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.
Ratings for Wauconda, IL home care listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Home Care in Wauconda, IL are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 18 reviews of the 60 listed home care.