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60 live in caregivers are listed in Des Plaines, IL
The average posted rate is $23/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby live in caregivers is 7 years
Live in caregivers in Des Plaines, IL
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I starting working as a caregiver over 10 years ago, when my mother got ill. At that time I was a deer in headlights. Since then, I decided to pay it forward, and ease the pain other families were going through. I've become close with the families that trusted me to care for their parents. Being able to grant people their wishes...
Irwin can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, light cleaning, errands, hospice services, companionship & more
5.0
"Irwin was more than a caregiver to our grandfather. He became a friend. He treated our grandfather with great compassion and respect. Irwin is kind and empathetic and trustworthy. We are blessed to have crossed paths and will never forget his love and service to...
Patricia G.
I have 19 years experience with patients suffering from Diabetes, Alzheimer, Dementia , Parkinson's, stroke. I am patient, positive, and caring with a smile I can cook tasty meals. I work with the family to provide the best care and respect to the client as a unique human being. I am 63 years young. Good recommendations upon...
Rossitza can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, companionship, live-in home care, errands & more
4.3
(6)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I have been in the care giving job for the past 8 years and have learned to love this job simply because I feel like I am doing it for my own parents. My connection with my clients extends down to the families because they say that by so doing, they themselves were given their lives back because they are assured that their...
April can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, personal care
5.0
"We hired April to care for my mom for 5 weeks. April was everything we asked for, hoped for and wished for. April went above and beyond any caregiver we had. April was very kind, loving, and patient with my mom. My mom had the best care from April. We never...
Janet M.
I have over 15 years of experience, working in nursing homes and in private care. I have experience with dementia and alzheimer patients. I can help with transportation services, light housekeeping.
Marie can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, personal care, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CNA
I worked as CNA/caregiver for 20 years with physical and mental disabilities as well as for companionship. I gain all my knowledge and experienced that aspired me more in helping the lives of needy one, not only as a profession but giving them happiness too. I have worked in the different facilities like Assisted living,...
Cristina can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, dementia, errands, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Home Health Aide
CPR
Airie S.
Des Plaines, IL
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Trustworthy CNA /Caregiver With 15 Years Of Experience Available For Companionship, Or Housekeeping.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I've been a caregiver for 15 yrs & I truthfully love my work. It's very rewarding, in my opinion, for I learned lots of good wisdom from clients & very sincere advice. I enjoy being with them, especially when I see & feel that they are comfortable & safe around me. I always feel good inside knowing that I give my 100% loving...
Airie can also help with: Dementia, companionship, errands, live-in home care, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Airie was extremely kind to my mother. Took very good care of her. They actually became friends. "
Care member
Annie V.
Des Plaines, IL
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Certified Nursing Assistant. Home Care Aide. Available For Full-time Job. Come And Go
4.3
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a certified CNA who's been working in this field for more than 20 years. I enjoy being a caregiver because I love to take care of people, especially the elderly. I'm compassionate, empathetic, and determined. I have experience working with patients with Dementia, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, Stroke, Paralyzed, Diabetes, COPD,...
Annie can also help with: Home modification, personal care, dementia, respite care, live-in home care, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
4.0
"Annie took good care of my Mom and Dad. Both have dementia and different needs. She did a good job with understanding their needs and how to put into action her care plan for them.
She has warmth and a kind smile which goes far when you are dealing with...
Dina K.
Ruthy S.
Des Plaines, IL
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Personal Care Attendant Looking For Part-time Work And I Will Prefer Night Shift.
4.8
(4)
Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Ruthy I am a certified nurses assistant and a Phlebotomist, I have 18years experienced working for elderly people and I love doing my job. I have 8 years experienced working in a nursing home and I experienced a lot of cases because I was assigned in the long term facility, people that has Dementia, Alzheimer,...
Ruthy can also help with: Hospice services, live-in home care, personal care, dementia
5.0
"While I only had a chance to communicate with Ruthy over email and phone, I was so impressed with her warmth and professionalism. She had taken another job by the time I had gotten back to her, but she went out of her way to connect me with another caregiver. She...
Katrina P.
5.0
(6)
Hello,
My name is Daven. I've been in a health care industry for at least 11 years with home health care experience taking care of seniors.
I've worked with clients with different conditions such as Parkinson's Disease, Dementia, Stroke, post surgeries and many more.
I'm very outgoing, friendly and energetic who love...
Daven can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, companionship, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Daven has a very positive attitude and is a good conversationalist and listener. He takes great care in helping me with bathroom and showering duties, and takes great care with regard to my transfer to and from my bed to the wheelchair and in my leg and walking...
John T.
Ester P.
Des Plaines, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
My Name Is Ester. I Am 51 Years Old. 5'5" Height, 132 Lbs. Love To Cook & Clean.
I've been a caregiver since 2007. Experienced in companion, dementia, Alzheimer, semi-lifting, cooking, house cleaning, driving etc. I am a hardworking woman. I have a very good background.
I'd describe my personality as caring
I like caring for seniors because I love to care
I'm looking for a job that pays good
I started...
Ester can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, mobility assistance, home modification, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CNA
Momka S.
Des Plaines, IL
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Momka Is Available For Companionship, Housekeeping and Meal Preparation
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
As a caregiver I have extended experience with Alzheimer's and Dementia patients, patients with Diabetes, Heart problems, Arthritis and many more health conditions. I have a car and I am a skilled and safe driver with a clean driving record. I can provide help with ADL- personal hygiene, cooking, cleaning, shopping and more. I...
Momka can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, personal care, hospice services
5.0
"Momka has helped my elderly mother who has Alzheimer's and we are very grateful for her care. Momka is knowledgeable, attentive, and RELIABLE."
Julia B.
Hi, my name isEllen and I have 12 years of experience providing high-quality, personalized care to individuals of all ages. I am dedicated to supporting my clients with compassion, respect, and professionalism while helping them maintain their independence and dignity.
I specialize in assisting with daily activities such as...
Ellen can also help with: Companionship, live-in home care, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, errands & more
Allan D.
Des Plaines, IL
$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
Experienced And Compassionate Caregiver Seeking To Provide High Level Of Care To Your Loved Ones.
Compassionate caregiver with 7 years of working in private, skilled nursing post-acute and assisted living facilities. Passionate about elder care. Able to provide physical and emotional support to clients.
Allan can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, live-in home care, hospice services, dementia, errands & more
Valeria A.
Des Plaines, IL
$26/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hello, My Name Is Valeria And I'm Looking Forward To Care For Your Loved One.
I'd describe my personality as a sweet, loving, and caring.
I like caring for seniors because it's a great feeling. They deserve great care and spend time with someone who is willing to have someone's attention who really cares for their health and happiness.
I'm looking for a job that could focus completely on this one...
Valeria can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, dementia, live-in home care, errands, hospice services & more
Chola C.
Des Plaines, IL
$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
I am very caring, patient and kind. I am very organized and very passionate about my job.
I would describe my personality as Compassionate, dedicated and very patient
I like caring for seniors because seniors are just like children. They need support and care. I love caring for them because they are parents who have served us,...
Chola can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, meal prep, hospice services, home modification, light cleaning & more
5.0
(8)
Am a CNA I love taking care of old people like accompanying them , bathing, feeding, give their medical in time , speak to them slowly and in a good tune and always making them happy. I make sure I satisfy him/her with all help the need because the need my help from us caregiver.
Franka can also help with: Home modification, companionship, hospice services, light cleaning, errands, dementia & more
5.0
"She is punctual and professional "
Care member
5.0
(9)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Cases Handled:
-Dementia, Alzheimer's
- Parkinson's
- Stroke Pt. , CHF
- MS
- Diabetic Pt
- Cancer Patients
- Bed Bound
- Quadriplegic
- Hoyer Lift
- Tube Feeding, etc.
- Wheelchair bound, Etc
- Vision & Hearing impairment
About Me:
CPR training / Certified
CNA Certified
BLS Certified
BSN Graduate
Hospital/Clinical...
Joanne can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, light cleaning, errands, dementia, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"It was a blessing to find Joanne. Professional, responsive, wonderful interpersonal skills and trustworthy. It was a hard decision to introduce a caregiver to Mom at 99 yrs old. Joanne quickly became part of our family which is hard to find. I highly recommend...
Care member
Was a caregiver before then I decided to go for my CNa , Now Im a certified nurse assistant, I have experience working in LTC , Homecare , I know how to use so many transfer equipment.
Helping people that what I live for .
Darline can also help with: Home modification, light cleaning, live-in home care, companionship, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
CPR
I'd describe my personality as positive, energetic and responsible
I'm looking for a job to provide companionship
I started caring for seniors in 2003
In my spare time, I like to walk and swim.
One thing you should know about me is that I have a very good experience with taking care of seniors.
Lyudmila can also help with: Errands, live-in home care, meal prep, light cleaning, personal care, home modification & more
Skills:
CPR
Hi there! Seniors are vulnerable and emotional. I am passionate about what I do because I care for people, so I try my best. I like working with seniors; they are interesting because they have a lot of stories about their lives. It is my great pleasure to work with older people. I worked in a nursing home before and I liked the...
Aleksandra can also help with: Respite care, dementia, hospice services, personal care, live-in home care, home modification & more
Skills:
CNA
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Recent live in caregiver reviews in Des Plaines, IL
Irwin P.
5.0
Irwin has worked for our family for almost 7 years. He first started working for our father and transitioned into taking care of our mother when our father passed.
He is a very kind, loyal and responsible person. In addition, he treated both of our parents with incredible respect.
He had always...
- Care member
April S.
5.0
We hired April to care for my mom for 5 weeks. April was everything we asked for, hoped for and wished for. April went above and beyond any caregiver we had. April was very kind, loving, and patient with my mom. My mom had the best care from April. We never had to worry about my mom because we...
- Janet M.
Airie S.
5.0
Airie was punctual, caring, and all around very helpful. I’d absolutely hire her again.
- Care member
Annie V.
5.0
Annie was an overnight caregiver for my mother for the last five months of her life. She's dependable, skilled, compassionate and kind. If you get the chance to hire her - DO!
- Nancy C.
Ruthy S.
5.0
While only with us for a short time, due to a change in our needs, Ruthy exceeded our expectations! She is an expert and professional caregiver with positive and warm attitude. She is flexible, encouraging and honest. She always had eyes and ears on my mother even when my mother wanted to be left...
- Ann L.
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FAQs for finding live-in caregivers near you in Des Plaines, IL
How much do I pay a live-in caregiver near me in Des Plaines, IL?
The average rate for hiring a live-in caregiver near you in Des Plaines, IL is $23.11 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.
How can I find a live-in caregiver near me in Des Plaines, IL?
To start your search for a live-in caregiver near you on Care.com, sort caregiver profiles by distance from Des Plaines, 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.
How can I safely hire a live-in caregiver near me in Des Plaines, IL?
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What types of live-in care services are available near me in Des Plaines, IL?
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 Des Plaines, IL to see what responsibilities they feel comfortable taking on and how their service offerings line up with your needs.
What questions should I ask when interviewing a live-in caregiver near me in Des Plaines, IL?
When it’s time to interview live-in caregivers near you in Des Plaines, 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.
Ratings for Des Plaines, IL live in caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Live In Caregivers in Des Plaines, IL are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 54 reviews of the 60 listed live in caregivers.