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Home health aides in Oak Forest, IL
Joellen G.
Oak Forest, IL
$16/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Certified Nurse's Aide and Nationally Licensed Massage Therapist
I began working as a certified nurse's aide in the 1990's. The majority of my clients have been seniors. However, I also spent three years caring for a 30-year-old quadriplegic man. I have a great deal of respect for people especially the elderly that is why I feel it is my responsibility to help maintain their dignity while...
Skills:
CNA
4.9
(8)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I'm reliable, compassionate empathetic hard working I'm a Certified Nursing Assistant who loves providing care to help your loved ones and family members stay in the privacy of their home. I provide meal preparation assistance with feeding, shopping errands, medication reminders, assists with bedbath, showering and dressing,...
Patricia can also help with: Personal care, live-in home care, dementia, hospice services, respite care
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"We had the privilege of having Patricia care for my father, and I cannot speak highly enough of her dedication, professionalism, and genuine compassion. From the moment she walked through the door, it was evident that she approached her work with a deep sense of...
Sindhu A.
I'am a commpasionate caregiver with years of experience. Young and energetic. I will go above and beyond to make everything work in the best interest of the elderly in my care.
Urszula can also help with: Meal prep, mobility assistance, dementia, personal care, errands, companionship & more
I worked as a CNA at the University of Hospital on the telemetry floor. I provided full care to my patients including, monitoring vitals, bathing, range of motion exercises, assisting with feeding, walking and using bathroom facilities. I left my job to care for my father who was a diabetic, double amputee, and needed 24 hour...
Skills:
CNA
Kamila K.
Orland Park, IL
$14-26/hr • 5 yrs exp
I am 42 years old. I worked many years taking care of kids and older people. I am hardworking and expertise in helping anyone regardless of age. I am very passionate. I did housekeeping, food prepping, assistance with medication, grocery shopping, and driving my patients to medical facilities. I also was a home health aid. I am...
Kamila can also help with: Errands, dementia, light cleaning, respite care, meal prep, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CNA
Hello, I'm Teja. I am 21 years of age, I have a year of experience in being a Home health aide, I recently acquired my CNA license, and I am planning to further my education so that I can provide the best care for seniors. I have a heart for people, many people are doing it for the money. It's not about the money to me. I want...
Teja can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, dementia, transportation
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
Ausra V.
Oak Lawn, IL
$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have 15 years of experience in a health care setting. In Lithuania (where I came from), I worked in a hospital of mental diseases, as an attendant for 5 years. I was taking care of mentally ill patients, most of them were seniors. I am an experienced, responsible, honest, compassionate, caring, patient and kind health care...
Ausra can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, mobility assistance, light cleaning, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been working in the home care field for over 20 years now and I have my own transportation. I'm fully vaccinated and I have my booster shot plus I'm comfortable working around pets
Katina can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, companionship, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Katina has been a blessing to our family. she's very dependable, caring, . My mother in law is bed bound, and Katina took good care of her. my family and I felt comfortable going to work because we knew that she was in good hands."
Felicia J.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 10 years experience with senior care. I am able to assist in all aspects of daily living including but not limited to bathing, transfers, medication reminders, meal preparation, feeding, housekeeping and transportation. I am currently registered through the state of California with the HCA registry. I enjoy my work with...
Trinity can also help with: Dementia, companionship, light cleaning, errands, hospice services, meal prep & more
5.0
"I'm so happy to leave a review for Ms Trinity, she is an amazing individual whom I hired to care for my bed bound Mother who also suffers from Dementia. She has a true passion for what she does and it shows in the care she provides. She is very knowledgeable and...
Gail G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm very caring, compassionate Certified (Nursing Assistant) with over 20yrs of experience in elderly/ Dementia Care assisting them in their homes and in Facilities. I strive to do my very best to go above & beyond in order to keep them safe, healthy and in well being . I believe in doing unto others as you would have them to do...
Margaret can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, errands, light cleaning, hospice services, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Professional, reliable, showed up as promised, and even accommodated to location change which I found out the day before, as well as unexpected overtime on the day of the job. She is friendly and has great energy. Would hire her again 10/10."
Erina M.
Tina S.
Chicago, IL
$30-35/hr • 8 yrs exp
Home Health Aide, Personal Care Attendant, Available For Companionship, House Keeping, & Meal Prep.
5.0
(6)
I have 9 1/2 and a half years of experience, & a few letters of recommendations. I've had three clients, and I took excellent care of them. I did physical therapy with them, prepared meals, house keeping, laundry, did errands, I took them to doctor appointments, took great care of their medications, & organized them daily. I...
Tina can also help with: Dementia, visiting physician, home modification
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"She is amazing ! The kids love her. She is very attentive and loves to play with the kids. You also don't come home do a disaster( house). I highly recommend her!"
Jackie O.
4.9
(9)
I'm 50 years old I have been in the health field working as a Caregiver for over 20 years. I take pride in my profession I enjoy working with the elderly. It gives me a sense of purpose in life. I started just helping the elderly at my Grandmother's church. I started enjoying it so much that I made health care my profession. I'm...
Lashawn can also help with: Errands, hospice services, home modification, companionship, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"Lashawn is very professional and prompt. She was very flexible for our family needs. She was truly a pleasure in our time of need. Will use her in the future."
Crystal B.
Sheree B.
Westchester, IL
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Home Health Aide Available Full-Time Personal Care Attendant Looking For Part-Time Work Available
5.0
(4)
Home Sweet Home Care - La Grange, IL
August 2017 to Present
Monitors patient condition by observing physical and mental condition, intake and output, and exercise. Companionships, Supports patients by providing housekeeping and laundry services household requirements; preparing and serving meals and snacks; Cleaning, Sanitation
Sheree can also help with: Respite care, dementia, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Sheree is very genuine and caring. She's a pleasure to be around and dependable."
Redeemer R.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am have worked with seniors for the past 25 years. It has always been my greatest pleasure to assist seniors that I have cared for to get back on their feet, into their homes and to their lives. I began my healthcare career as a home health aide and was so encouraged and fulfilled by helping the seniors in my care get proper...
Roberta can also help with: Meal prep, mobility assistance, errands, light cleaning, companionship, dementia & more
5.0
"Roberta has been amazing. She is thorough and thoughtful in her care giving. My family and I are extremely grateful we found her for our family member."
Lynn A.
I have been an Home Health Aide for 13 years, I love what I do.
I have over 17 years experience in this field. I enjoy helping people. The last client I've had was taking care of by me until she passed away. I am a caring person
Santana can also help with: Mobility assistance, companionship, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Adeshewa B.
Calumet City, IL
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Home Health Aide Available Full Time And Available For Companionship, Housekeeping, Meal Prep
The experience was good. I was very punctual, honesty and friendly. I have worked with pple with arthritis, diabetes and hypertension. I was very helpful
Certified Nursing Assistant with Home care, Residential/ Facility care, and Hospital care experience with clients with disabilities, dementia/Alzheimer's, wound care, paralysis,
Christina can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
I've been working as care manager for an assisted living facility for 16 yrs. my family are nurses and health care providers as well.
I have 9 years of being a caregiver I started out in the homes and for the last 3 years I have been worrying in facilities and also in the memory care units a s well.
Yolanda can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, respite care, transportation & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
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Recent home health aide reviews in Oak Forest, IL
Patricia W.
5.0
We had the privilege of having Patricia care for my father, and I cannot speak highly enough of her dedication, professionalism, and genuine compassion. From the moment she walked through the door, it was evident that she approached her work with a deep sense of responsibility and...
- Sindhu A.
Katina M.
5.0
Katina has been a blessing to our family. she's very dependable, caring, . My mother in law is bed bound, and Katina took good care of her. my family and I felt comfortable going to work because we knew that she was in good hands.
- Felicia J.
Trinity S.
5.0
Trinity is super nice, strong, and helpful. She gets right to work and is such a big help. She pays attention to details and has such a beautiful heart for this job! She takes good care of me, and is friendly and professional. I highly recommend her.
- Theresa C.
Margaret T.
5.0
Professional, reliable, showed up as promised, and even accommodated to location change which I found out the day before, as well as unexpected overtime on the day of the job. She is friendly and has great energy. Would hire her again 10/10.
- Erina M.
Tina S.
5.0
Tina was a great addition to our family.
- Mary P.
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FAQs for finding home health aides near you in Oak Forest, IL
What does a home health aide do near me in Oak Forest, IL?
If you’re planning to hire a home health aide near you in Oak Forest, 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.
What home health aide duties do providers take on near me in Oak Forest, IL?
When it’s time to hire a home health aide near you in Oak Forest, 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.
How can I find a home health aide near me in Oak Forest, IL?
To find home health aides near you in Oak Forest, IL, you can create an account with Care.com and then you can filter and sort local home health aides by distance from Oak Forest, 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.
How much does it cost to hire a home health aide near me in Oak Forest, IL?
The average rate for hiring home health aides near you in Oak Forest, IL on Care.com as of April, 2025 is $16.00 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.
How can I safely hire a home health aide near me in Oak Forest, 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.