Best Home Health Aides in Homer, IL

Q: What does a home health aide do near me in Homer, IL?

If you’re planning to hire a home health aide near you in Homer, IL, it’s important to understand that there is no one standard role that a home health aide takes on. A home health aide isn’t a nurse, but can help with health related tasks like ensuring their clients take their medicine on time, transporting them to doctors appointments, picking up prescriptions, and making sure they are well fed and bathed.

Q: What home health aide duties do providers take on near me in Homer, IL?

When it’s time to hire a home health aide near you in Homer, IL, it’s a good idea to create a list of duties your family members need help with. You can review different profiles on Care.com to learn more about common health aide duties such as bathing, feeding, and cleaning up after their clients.

Q: How can I find a home health aide near me in Homer, IL?

To find home health aides near you in Homer, IL, you can create an account with Care.com and then you can filter and sort local home health aides by distance from Homer, IL. Then you can review your options for home health aides by reading about their experience and the home health aide duties they will take on.

Q: How much does it cost to hire a home health aide near me in Homer, IL?

The average rate for hiring home health aides near you in Homer, IL on Care.com as of December, 2024 is $20.00 per hour. It’s worth noting that the rate each individual home health aide charges depends on the level of care required, the provider's certifications, and their years of experience.

Q: How can I safely hire a home health aide near me in Homer, IL?

To help you start your research, all home health aides on Care.com are asked to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck (the providers who complete this background check have a badge on their profile displaying the date it was run). However, this is just a jumping off point. We strongly recommend that you take additional steps for hiring a home health aid safely, which include interviewing candidates, calling their professional references, and running your own background check.

Home health aides in Homer, IL

Crystal D.

Homer, IL

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Home Health Aide Available Full-Time. Companionship, Housekeeping And Meal Prep.

5.0

(2)

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked in senior home care for 25 years. I love being able to help my clients keep as much independence as possible. I have assisted in bathing, medicine, housekeeping, meals and just about any assistance they are needing. I can provide references. I have CPR and BSL training. My passion is to help my clients remain safe...

Crystal can also help with: Hospice services, personal care, dementia, respite care

Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0

"She is compassionate and hard working. She puts her clients above all else. You will never have to worry if your loved one is being well cared for. She is a wonderful caregiver."

Jody R.

Teri M.

Tolono, IL

$23/hr • 10 yrs exp

Home Health Aide Available

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been providing care for elderly and disabled for over 30 years. I provide personal care, transportation, outings, prepare meals, light housekeeping, companionship. Medication reminders & monitoring. I love caring for the elderly-disabled. I also keep the family (loved ones) updated. Fully vaccinated

Teri can also help with: Hospice services, respite care, dementia, personal care

Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0

"Terri went above and beyond for our father and would fill in at the last minute. She became part of our family the 3 years she assisted us in care for our father. Definitely a 5 star plus. Kathy"

Kathy T.

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Annie G.

Champaign, IL

$15-25/hr • 7 yrs exp

Home Health Care Aid Looking For Full Time Position Light House Work And Willing To Cook Meals

5.0

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I'm very passionate about my clients love to get to know each of them Personally and know there needs and wants strive to make them happy have been doing home health care 7plus years many different clients with many different needs Alzheimer and memory care experience stroke and mobility experience also daily needs as far as...

Annie can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, errands, companionship, light cleaning, hospice services & more

5.0

"Annie has been very helpful providing morning care for my mother-in-law. From the start, she has been polite, punctual and professional. She is a good communicator and lets me know her availability as soon as she knows it and shares details as to how Miss D is...

Beth G.

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Recent home health aide reviews in Homer, IL

Crystal D.

5.0

Crystal went above and beyond caring for my grandmother! She suffered from dementia and crystal did more than just look after her. She would perm her hair, cook for her, and even take her out on drives or shopping to get her out of the house. Would be my number 1 recommendation for any family...

- Alex W.

Teri M.

5.0

Terri went above and beyond for our father and would fill in at the last minute. She became part of our family the 3 years she assisted us in care for our father. Definitely a 5 star plus. Kathy

- Kathy T.

Annie G.

5.0

Annie is the most amazing caregiver. My mother was EXTREMELY family focused and Annie cared for her in the deep stages of Alzheimer's. It was obvious that Mama considered her a sister. Annie is reliable, sensitive, and thick-skinned all at the same time. She dealt with my father and I for...

- Phil S.