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I was a home health aide last January for a very kind couple in Minneapolis. I really loved keeping them company, chatting with them, learning about their lives and talking about mine. I am a very artistic person, and S+B seemed to enjoy seeing what I was working on. I am not particularly equipped to handle extreme medical...
Hannah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
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: Transportation, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, errands
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Stephanie D.
Forest Park, IL
$27-39/hr • 4 yrs exp
Nursing Student - Child Care, Senior Care, ADLs, Nannying
Hello, my name is Stephanie.
I'm a new grad nurse with a background in newborn care and Senior Living Assisted care settings. My passion in healthcare is for Maternal-newborn health, and I will be beginning my NICU position in the spring.
I am certified in First Aid and CPR and have over three years of experience in assisted...
Stephanie can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, errands, dementia, mobility assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
With years of experience as a Home Health Aide, I have had the privilege of working with individuals with disabilities, special needs, and seniors. Providing care and assistance to those in need has always been my passion, and I take great pride in making a positive impact on their lives.
Currently, I care for an 83-year-old...
Tatyana can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Home Health Aide
I have a certified CNA for over 15+ years and I have experience with older and young adults with dementia, Parkinson, diabetes, amputees, stroke, and mental illness.
I am capable of providing companionship and social interaction as needed.
I am very patient, loving, kind, understanding, reliable, trustworthy, punctual,...
Marva can also help with: Respite care, live-in home care, personal care, dementia
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
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FAQs for finding home health aides near you in Oak Lawn, IL
What does a home health aide do near me in Oak Lawn, IL?
If you’re planning to hire a home health aide near you in Oak Lawn, 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 Lawn, IL?
When it’s time to hire a home health aide near you in Oak Lawn, 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 Lawn, IL?
To find home health aides near you in Oak Lawn, IL, you can create an account with Care.com and then you can filter and sort local home health aides by distance from Oak Lawn, 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 Lawn, IL?
The average rate for hiring home health aides near you in Oak Lawn, IL on Care.com as of April, 2025 is $17.00 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 Lawn, 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.