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373 personal assistants are listed in Chicago, IL
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby personal assistants is 5 years
Personal assistants in Chicago, IL
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
ROSAURA
Objective:
Certified Nursing Assistant since 1998. Specialize in Dementia, Parkinson's, MS and Austism. Working homecare since 2015
Experience:
A. B
02/21- Present
Personal Support Worker
Help around his apartment
Errands, Walks
M. H
09/2019-Present
CNA
Companionship, ADL, Groceries, Errands
Custom Home...
5.0
"Rosaura helped me with wound care after I had to have an emergency surgery. I had an abscess removed from my tail bone and had to have surgical packing changed daily for almost three months. Rosaura had never used foam medical packing prior to this and was...
Natalie S.
5.0
(1)
I am 54 yrs , Born in Chicago. I am vaccinated If you have who still resides in their home but needs 24/7 assistance's with oversight with daily activities such as cooking, bathing, daily hygiene, give medications ... my assistance has been provide fro several senior citizens in the past I have many Talents of caring for ill and...
Patty can also help with: Companionship, dementia, live-in home care, errands, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"I have MS and need meal prep, help with mobility, etc. She keeps me healthy, assures that I exercise to maintain my muscle tone and most importantly keeps my mind active. Laughter and a delight!"
Patricia P.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello all Families! I am a teacher first Nanny! I have my Associate Degree in Preschool Education and Infant/Toddler Care. Previously I worked as a Nanny, Toddler teacher at a daycare, and a Special Education classroom Assistant. I am a very positive and outspoken person. I love children, they are my passion. I love to help them...
Aidalys can also help with: Light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Aidalys was great with my daughter."
Shahrzad S.
5.0
(1)
Experienced caregiver with an illustrious track record spanning over 20 years of providing personalized and heartfelt care to diverse individuals in need. This multifaceted exposure has not only enriched my skills but also instilled in me a creative approach to delivering compassionate care. My journey in caregiving has been an...
5.0
"Maria C. is a wonderful caregiver. She took care of my mother for the last 12 years of her life, until she passed away last year at 98. Maria was calm and understanding even when my mother, diagnosed with dementia, had become difficult to deal with. Maria had truly...
Andrei U.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
House Manager!! House Sitter!! Vacation Helper!! Organizer!! Hi!! I've been an RN 18 years. Besides bringing many years of nursing experience, people and leadership skills with me, I am very reliable & flexible. I have done patient/family teaching for many years. I'm 100% respectful & sensitive to my patients & families...
5.0
"Kathy watched my dog for a few days. My dog came home with lots of energy because unlike other places that she stayed, our dog was well fed, was given all her medications and walked frequently. I liked that she did not have to stay in a cage too. Unless Kathy M...
Deedee J.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi My Name is Annie and I seriously love hanging out with children. They are so full of amazing energy and such a joy to be around. I am passionate about children because you can learn a lot from them, like how to enjoy the simple things in life. I have been working with children for the past 7 years in the position of...
Annie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I cannot say enough good things about Annie! She watched my son for a year part time during the week while I worked remotely. He was 13 months when she started with us. She has the best attitude, great listener, takes direction and initiative, and brings great...
Katie C.
3.3
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
* CNA- Certified Nursing Assistance, Physical Rehabilitation Aide, CPR * 16 Years of experience including private duty, nursing home, hospice: DEMENTIA, ALZHEIMER'S, PARKINSON'S, feeding tube, suffer stroke, oxygen, diabetics, heart failure, cancer, Hoyer lift, etc. *Languages: English, Polish, Russian. * I like working with...
Barbara can also help with: Dementia, home modification, respite care, hospice services, live-in home care, personal care & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Home Health Aide
3.0
"We are looking for an every other Weekend Care Giver (my friend Linda who needs the Care Giver and myself) and Barbara responded to my AD. I spoke with her on 2/1/18 and phoned her again 2/2/18 to set up an interview however she said her family does not want her...
Bonnie F.
Anna P.
Chicago, IL
$20-25/hr
5.0
(1)
I cared for children from infant to 17-year-olds, throughout the day and evenings. There are some nights when I would stay over night too. I would prepare meals, clean, make sure the kids are fed, bathed and put to bed. I assisted children with school homework and assigned homework.
I love being being around kids and animals....
Anna can also help with: Craft assistance
5.0
"did an awesome work to clean my apartment!"
Alex H.
5.0
(1)
I am a certified nursing assistant I have been working as a caregiver/ companionship for more than 10 years . I previously worked in some nursing homes and couple of private care jobs . I'm very compassionate, sympathetic and caring person, who goes extra miles when doing my job and I love what I do. I have taken care of...
Rhoda can also help with: Companionship, dementia, mobility assistance, errands, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Rhoda took care of husband and was caring, responsible and always cheerful and helpful. "
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been taking care of the elderly for the past 18 years and been blessed to serve and care for them. I am experienced in dementia, Alzheimer's, quadriplegic and more. I am a certified nursing assistant (CNA) in the state of IL, and I have an easy-going demeanor and positive attitude. I always look for other ways or...
Rico can also help with: Companionship, dementia, meal prep, errands, hospice services, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"I spoke with Rico about my care needs. Our schedules did not align so I didn’t hire him, but I was very impressed by his experience and the manner of conversation. I would love to work with him if the stars align! "
Care member
Oluwatope A.
Chicago, IL
$20-42/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as compassionate, kind hearted, caring, good listener and easy going
I like caring for seniors because it gives me a valuable insight into the aging process and what's to come, giving me an opportunity to think about what matters most in life and how I will look after myself as well as them.
I'm...
Oluwatope can also help with: Companionship, errands, meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Oluwatope is a wonderful caregiver. She took care of both my mom and dad who are in their 90’s. She is super responsible. She was always on time or early. When she first started, she would even text me to say she was on her way. Oluwatope really listened to and...
Joe S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As a childcare provider with over five years of experience, I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development. My creative and friendly nature allows me to connect with children on a personal level. I believe in open communication with parents and provide regular updates on their child's day. I'm comfortable...
Taylor can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Our family hired Taylor as a part time evening nanny and worked with Taylor for a little over a year and she was amazing! She has such amazing energy, she’s enthusiastic, energetic, and our daughter loves her. She has a keen eye for detail and always goes above and...
Jayde P.
Brenda S.
Chicago, IL
$25-41/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi my name is Brenda, I'm a Mexican and I have a bachelor degree in International Relations. I have been working as a teacher assistant from high school students to kindergartners, also I have experienced as a ballet teacher with toddlers. Now, I have been a babysitter for more that two years, ages between 4 months to 10 years...
Brenda can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, personal care, transportation
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Brenda is a very kind, responsible, caring, honest and fun person. She is also very active and creative. She’s a great caregiver! "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As a babysitter, I have nine years of experience. I worked for six months as a full time nanny and started when the child was 4 months old. During college, I worked as a camp counselor, so I love crafts. I was a teacher's assistant in the Early Child Development Lab for two and a half years. At the daycare center, I worked with...
Katherine can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
5.0
"Smart, attentive, caring, and a good sense of humor. Katie is excellent. "
James G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
I'm Elane, I have 4 years of experience with kids.
I am CRP certified;
I have experience with homeschooling support;
Strong driver;
I am a resilient person and I have the ability to solve problems quickly.
My daily activities with kids usually involves drop off and pick up at school, meal prep, arts and crafts, play...
Elane can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Highly recommend Elane if you want someone who is sweet, caring, thoughtful, responsible, and trustworthy."
Amanda T.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
From 2012-2013 I worked for the Autism Program of Illinois, and umbrella company of The Hope Institute for Children and Families. In my role as Network Outreach Coordinator I worked on behalf of children and families with Autism and other developmental disabilities. My previous role, along with my years of volunteer experience...
5.0
"I called Bonita last minute and she showed right up. She was very patient and understanding with my daughter. She has a bright smile and brings positivity with her, which helps when you have a kid suffering from depression."
Crystal M.
4.8
(7)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hey there, wonderful parents! I'm excited to introduce myself and share a bit about my journey as a babysitter/nanny. For the past 21 years, I've had the incredible opportunity to work with kids of all ages, and it truly brings me so much joy! I'm a friendly, patient, and creative person who loves to have fun and embark on...
Rhonda can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Early Education
4.0
"I interviewed Rhonda and was very impressed with her responses and qualifications. Unfortunately, Rhonda's availability dropped and we needed someone who could do at least 3 days of week. I truly believe those that have Rhonda are very lucky!"
Emily E.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, My name is Esther. I 've been working as a Nanny for over 25yrs Im looking for Full time Mon-Fri 45-50 hrs per week. For the past 9 years I been working with newborns up to 4yo and I would love to continue with that, but not a deal breaker.
I have always enjoyed working with children., from tummy time to reading to Arts and...
Esther can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Esther is always on time, very reliable and knowledgeable. She’s a professional nanny, and is not doing this as a side job. If you want a real nanny, Esther is among the best. She is very attentive to our son and he loves it when she is over. We enjoy Esther...
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Sonia M.
Chicago, IL
$25-26/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am 34 years old. I am a responsible and loving person. I am Currently looking for a full-time nanny position, where I can apply my exceptional experience with taking care of kids. I've been babysitting for 10 years. I have outstanding experience with babies, toddlers and older kids. I enjoy being a nanny because working with...
Sonia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"If you are looking for a sweet, conscientious & caring nanny, Sonia, is the perfect fit for your family. Sonia is a total pro, juggling taking care of our 4 month old son and even our 30lb Frenchton with ease. She is extremely gentle and loving when interacting...
Sean C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi!! I'm Kathy!! I'm an RN with a lot of experience w kids. I have been a nurse for 18 years. I worked in St Joes Hospital in Joliet as well as Linden Oaks in Naperville. Besides bringing many years of nursing experience, people and leadership skills with me, I am very reliable & flexible. I have done patient/family teaching for...
Kathleen can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kathleen is amazing. Punctual, hardworking, experienced and dependable. Her cheery disposition is a delight and she has a wonderful sense of humor. She is thoughtful and has great common sense. Her past medical care experience is an added bonus for anyone who...
Shelly R.
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Recent personal assistant reviews in Chicago, IL
Rosaura C.
5.0
Rosaura helped me with wound care after I had to have an emergency surgery. I had an abscess removed from my tail bone and had to have surgical packing changed daily for almost three months. Rosaura had never used foam medical packing prior to this and was comfortable learning how to pack and...
- Natalie S.
Patty B.
5.0
I have MS and need meal prep, help with mobility, etc. She keeps me healthy, assures that I exercise to maintain my muscle tone and most importantly keeps my mind active. Laughter and a delight!
- Patricia P.
Aidalys N.
5.0
Aidalys was great with my daughter.
- Shahrzad S.
Maria C.
5.0
Maria C. is a wonderful caregiver. She took care of my mother for the last 12 years of her life, until she passed away last year at 98. Maria was calm and understanding even when my mother, diagnosed with dementia, had become difficult to deal with. Maria had truly become my mother's best friend,...
- Andrei U.
Kathleen M.
5.0
Kathy took care of my 87 year old mother while my husband and I went on vacation. She stopped in daily to provide companionship, oversee medications, provide food delivery and general well-being monitoring. I would highly recommend Kathy to anyone that has elderly parents that need support and...
- Michelle W.
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FAQs for finding personal assistants in Chicago
In 2025, how much does it cost to hire a personal assistant in Chicago, IL?
The average rate for hiring a personal assistant in Chicago, IL on Care.com as of March, 2025 is $22.07 per hour. The cost may fluctuate depending on the type of service you need assistance with and how frequently.
How can I find a good personal assistant near me in Chicago?
Care.com has 373 personal assistants in Chicago, IL. To start the search process, you will first need to create an account by answering a few simple questions to find the personal assistant services that match your needs. You will then have the option to either post a job and receive applications from candidates, or search for personal assistants directly on the platform. You can filter results by distance from Chicago or hourly rate, and then compare the assistants' skills and services they offer. After selecting a few candidates, you can schedule interviews, check references and hire the personal assistant that best fits your needs.
What services can a personal assistant provide in Chicago?
Most personal assistants in Chicago, IL can help families with a combination of general errands, shopping, organizing events and managing a parent's schedule. Personal assistants typically do not provide child care services, but they can help by driving kids to and from school or other activities around Chicago. Additionally, some personal assistants are okay with performing pet care or even light housekeeping duties, but these duties are less common.
Ratings for Chicago, IL personal assistants listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Personal Assistants in Chicago, IL are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 131 reviews of the 373 listed personal assistants.