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Hospice care in Darien, IL

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Aurelija M.


Darien, IL

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Or Full Time Position

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I have been working as a caregiver for a family for 21 years. They were like my own family. My work included hospice care (wound care and medication management, tube feeding, bathing/showering, dressing, tiding the house, cooking and companionship. I have experience with stroke, dementia and Alzheimer diseases. Also worked as a...
Aurelija can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, visiting physician, visiting nurse, personal care, home modification & more
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Marylou N.


La Grange, IL

$20-21/hr10 yrs exp

Caring CNA

5.0

(4)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 30 years of experience as a CNA. I have worked in several settings including nursing homes, hospitals, and in home health care. Helping others has been my life long passion and I truly enjoy it. My experience is very extensive. I have worked with dementia patients, Alzheimer patients, hospice patients, rehab patients,...
Marylou can also help with: Meal prep, personal care, errands, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"We were very happy with the care that Marylou provided for our mother. She is an outstanding CNA who really loves helping people. We were blessed to have her for a few years until mom passed. Definitely give her consideration for caring for your loved one."

Sharon G.

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Paula M.


Villa Park, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

36 Years Of Health Care Experience With Senior, Home, And Hospice Care

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have been in the health care field for over 45 years. I have worked with mentally challenged, in nursing homes, home care, with dementia, stroke, cancer, heart, and hospice care patient. I love to work with people. I'm also available to do lite housekeeping, errands and meal prep if needed. I am flexible, kind, dependable,...
Paula can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, companionship, errands, meal prep, hospice services & more
5.0
"Paula has worked for our family part time, since 2016, both as a day care giver and 24/hour when the care for Mom called for it. She was caring, tender and efficient in her skills and she and Mom developed a very close bond. We would often see things while tending...

Nora M.

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Kelly B.


Naperville, IL

$24/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Kelly. I'm a caregiver with 13 years experience (6 yrs paid). Since 2010, I have been hands on with care giving for my own parents and family, including stroke, MS, Parkinson's, epilepsy, diabetes, chf, trauma, surgery recovery, wound care, Alzheimer's and hospice care. I loved what I did so much that I made this...
Kelly can also help with: Personal care, dementia, respite care, hospice services
5.0
"Kelly was such a great babysitter for my little one. She was always on time and was extremely flexible despite my varying work schedule and last minute changes. She really puts the needs of those in her care first."

Chloe L.

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Cindy B.


Romeoville, IL

$25/hr7 yrs exp

I Am A Caring Person. My Last Job Lasted 6 Years.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am very patient and loving with the people I work with, and I am extremely responsible, reliable, and easy-going. You are not only getting a caregiver but a companion and friend as well. I worked in Hinsdale for the last six years with a wonderful lady who had dementia and my most recent patients have been on hospice. I have...
Cindy can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, companionship & more
5.0
"Cindy has been our primary caregiver for my mother since 2017, and her dedication and professionalism have been exceptional. Throughout her tenure, Cindy consistently delivered top-notch care, even as my mother began to experience early-stage dementia. I...

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Tina O.


Hickory Hills, IL

$23-35/hr10 yrs exp

Private Duty Experienced Caregiver/CNA Available Full-Time And Over Nights

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I began my career in nursing as a home health aide and worked in numerous hospitals as a CNA. From 2004 to 2009, I worked as a private duty caregiver for an agency. Starting in 2009, I was responsible for a gentleman who had dementia and his wife who was a diabetic and wheelchair bound. He passed away at age 101 in January of...
Tina can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, companionship, errands, live-in home care, hospice services & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CNA

Wound Care

5.0
"Tina assists & cares for my mother in our home. She is very professional, caring, and committed to helping others & making every day their best. I highly recommend Tina for your family's needs."

Karen S.

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Whitney S.


Justice, IL

$20-39/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver Who Loves To Spend Time With The Elderly. I Would Be Of Assistance To You.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been a licensed CNA for 19 years. I have worked for an agency, private homes, family home care. I have worked with Dementia, Alzheimer's, Cardiac patients, Disabled, Dialysis, Hospice and Bed ridden patients. I'm Certified in CPR. I'm currently applying for Nursing School next year. I would like to be a Hospice Nurse. I'm...
Whitney can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services, errands, dementia & more
Skills:

Wound Care

Home Health Aide

CPR

5.0
"She is a very caring, punctual and reliable person. She was my 83 year old mother caregiver and she was an excellent person. When she left it was hard to replace her we had to go through a few caregiver until my mom was comfortable with one of them and that took...

Viviana R.

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Michelle M.


Clarendon Hills, IL

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Caregiver/Companion/Assistant

Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood

My name is Michelle and I have over 10 years experience as a CNA/caregiver. I enjoy working with seniors and helping those in need. I'm available for short visits (minimum 2 hours max 4 hours). I offer the following services: Transportation to/from doctor appointments Physical Therapy (regular exercise) Assistance with...
Michelle can also help with: Hospice services, errands, dementia, meal prep, home modification, companionship & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"Michelle was a joy to be around after my difficult recovery from surgery. She was neat and tidy, kind and professional, friendly and warm, and immediately put me at ease when we met. She helped me with meals, medications, repositioning, showering, getting dressed...

Jenny D.

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Ann H.


Villa Park, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Worked for 3. 5 years helping with a 93-year-old retiree who suffered from multiple strokes and early onsite dementia and Alzheimer's. My duties included grocery shopping, taking to doctor appointments, outings with family and friends. I also did light housekeeping, hygiene care, prepared meals and was a constant companion....
Ann can also help with: Personal care, companionship, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, errands & more
5.0
"Ann cared for my mother on several occasions over a period of 8 years. She started helping Mom when she needed less assistance--doing household chores, following through on exercises--and as Mom developed more serious health problems, Ann was always there for our...

Diane S.

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Jelena M.


Naperville, IL

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

28 Yrs Of Experience

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Retired Hospice Nurse with 21 yrs experience as caretaker , have LTC degree and masters in gerontology
Jelena can also help with: Meal prep, errands, dementia, companionship, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Jelena worked with my parents daily. They were well cared for with attention, outings and meals. We really appreciated all the time and attention she gave them."

Lynette H.

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Tewan N.


Romeoville, IL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced CNA/ Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

With God All Things Are Possible Hi Family, I'm a CNA who is easygoing, hard working, compassionate, very optimistic, dependable, and dedicated. I have worked with many diverse families and get along with all perfectly well through great conversation and the love of God. I love taking care of people (The elderly) which tends to...
Tewan can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, companionship, errands, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"Sarah did a great job taking care of my mom and making her feel special. She was very thorough and conscientious in everything she did for us. "

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Dawn L.


Bridgeview, IL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

4.0

(4)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have worked in nursing homes as a caregiver and worked for family and few of my own seniors I have taken care of. I've been a housekeeper for years. Great companion. Love helping seniors with their daily needs. I see that I have a bad review from one of my clients. just so everyone knows I gave her a two week notice because...
Dawn can also help with: Mobility assistance, meal prep, dementia, companionship, errands, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Dawn took care of my mom for 3 years while she had dementia and was blind. Dawn was always very nice and patient with my mom. Helped take care of her daily needs till the end. I was very blessed to have had Dawn's help. She was great!"

Sandra L.

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Margie H.


Lombard, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Smile To Start My Day

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

20 years experienced and wealthy of reference is my guarantee to be trusted. I'm a certified nursing assistant, studied psychology on aging. Completed professional advancement for CNA's. Cares different cases: dementia, Parkinson's, MS , diabetic with CHF & COPD, patient with PICC line & tracheotomy tube, colostomy/ foley...
Margie can also help with: Personal care, companionship, mobility assistance, respite care, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:

Wound Care

CNA

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Outstanding care from an outstanding caregiver! Prompt – Kind – Efficient – Lovely – Warm & Caring. When service is exceptional, it warrants praise and Margie is just that! "

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Kristina S.


Palos Hills, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Full Time

I have 20 years of experience with elderly, hospice, cancer, dementia, diabetes, dialysis, wound care patients and more, I have great references, I am a great cook, and have a nutritionist certification, I have a clean background check, us citizenship, and various other certifications. If you are interested please contact me , I...
Kristina can also help with: Respite care, personal care, live-in home care, hospice services, dementia
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

5.0
"Kristina is a fantastic caregiver! Highly recommended!"

Bill T.

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Patricia W.


Bridgeview, IL

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Pat Great Smile, Senior caregiver

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: Dementia, respite care, hospice services, personal care, live-in home care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

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.

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Jennifer M.


Summit Argo, IL

$34/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced

I am a mother of four adult children, and proud grandmother of 5. I have a wide array of experience working with children and adults of all ages. I have had animals of all kinds throughout the years, but I am particularly fond of dogs and personally owned a Yorkshire-Terrier, a Chow-Chow (he made it almost 19 years!), 2...
Jennifer can also help with: Hospice services, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, live-in home care, dementia & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Jennifer is a very caring person. Your loved one will be in very good hands. She helped with showers and changes clothes. Debbie M."

Debbie M.

Certified nurse aid since 2005. Experienced in Gero Psych, Hospice, In home care, memory care and assisted living
Jennifer can also help with: Personal care, errands, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep
Skills:

CNA

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Grace L.


Lemont, IL

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time And Part Time

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Grace. Available full time and part time, live-in, come and go, weekends, nights. I am tall, athletic, CNA trained (BNA certificate) and a caregiver with 15+ years of experience in providing home health care. I have excellent references. My duties include personal hygiene (showering, bed bath and grooming), toileting,...
Grace can also help with: Dementia, companionship, errands, hospice services, live-in home care, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CNA

Wound Care

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Jill J.


Lyons, IL

$19-20/hr

Available For Senior Care

After helping numerous relatives in their senior years and in hospice I am very comfortable helping the elderly and find it very rewarding.
Jill can also help with: Respite care, dementia, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services & more
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Katherine W.


Hinsdale, IL

$14-22/hr4 yrs exp

Pre-Med University Of Notre Dame Student And Certified EMT Looking For Home Health Care Aide Job

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a certified EMT and have experience working on the ambulance and providing pre-hospital patient care, administering medications, and transporting patients. I have also attended to patients as a hospice volunteer and clinical intern. I am currently a student at the University of Notre Dame and am looking to provide home...
Katherine can also help with: Meal prep, respite care, light cleaning, home modification

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Recent hospice care reviews in Darien, IL

Marylou N.

5.0

Marylou was outstanding! She took care of my father for several months when he was recovering from surgery. She was always very polite and friendly, and had a very caring demeanor about her. She really knows how to handle just about anything a patient may throw her way. My father was fortunate to...

- Mark P.

Paula M.

5.0

Paula cared for my dad overnight last year after he had a severe stroke. Paula was kind & patient with my dad. Paula was also friendly with my mom & would sometimes bring her cookbooks :-) Paula was helpful aside from assisting my dad, such as tidying up the house & doing laundry. Paula was a...

- Lisa G.

Kelly B.

5.0

She really cares about your family member just like her own. She is a great cook. And very helpful.

- Erica B.

Cindy B.

5.0

Extremely caring and dedicated in everything that she does. I couldn't think of a better person to provide companionship to my loved one. She's an angel

- Alexis M.

Tina O.

5.0

Tina assists & cares for my mother in our home. She is very professional, caring, and committed to helping others & making every day their best. I highly recommend Tina for your family's needs.

- Karen S.

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