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Faustina A. says "Lucinda cared for my kids as if they were her own. She loves kids and she is very punctual. You can totally rely on her 24/7. I will hire her any day."
Dinata H. says "China is one of the sweetest people who you will encounter in this field. She is compassionate about her clients and is a dependable co-worker. While...
Mamerto V. says "She works as a caregiver to my husband. I like the way she care my husband. She knows what she is doing and she is willing to learn. Thank you betzaida."
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305 live in caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $21.58/hr as of January 2026
The average star rating for rated live in caregivers is 4.4
Live In Caregivers in Chicago, IL are rated 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 120 reviews of the 306 listed live in caregivers
- Faustina A.
- Dinata H.
- Mamerto V.
The average rate for hiring a live-in caregiver near you in Chicago, IL is $21.58 per hour. It’s worth noting that this is just an average, and the cost of a live-in caregiver can vary based on their qualifications, their years of experience, and the unique type of care your loved one requires.
To start your search for a live-in caregiver near you on Care.com, sort caregiver profiles by distance from Chicago, IL or zip code. If you want to increase the amount of available options, you can expand your search radius. Then you can compare candidates by reading about their experience working with seniors, the type of caregiving services they provide, and their hourly rate.
Yes, caregivers near you in Chicago, IL on Care.com are asked to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. Senior caregivers who complete this background check will have a badge on their profile displaying the date it was run. While CareCheck is a good start, we strongly recommend that you follow some additional steps for hiring a caregiver for seniors safely, which include interviewing candidates, checking references, and running your own background check. Visit our Safety Center to learn more.
There is no one-size-fits-all approach to live-in caregiver services. All clients have different needs and all caregivers feel comfortable offering specific services. Generally though, you can expect a live-in caregiver to help with cooking, cleaning, tasks that are difficult for the senior to manage, and transportation. It’s important to interview a few different candidates, when hiring a live-in caregiver near you in Chicago, IL to see what responsibilities they feel comfortable taking on and how their service offerings line up with your needs.
When it’s time to interview live-in caregivers near you in Chicago, IL, you’ll want to be ready with a list of interview questions you can ask them. You’ll want to start by asking them to tell you more about their work experience and qualifications. Then you can ask them what types of responsibilities they can take on. Don’t be afraid to tell them what you need, the point of an interview is to find out if they’re a good fit for your family.