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60 personal assistants are listed in Des Plaines, IL
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby personal assistants is 7 years
Personal assistants in Des Plaines, IL
5.0
(4)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
My name is Dalila. I have been in the childcare world since the age of 15 years old. I have a psychology degree from UIC. I have been exposed to many different roles in my years of experience, all 16 years. I have taken on roles such as house manager, nanny and at times personal assistant. I love to cook an at-home meal for the...
Dalila can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My family was in the bind due to our primary caretaker having an emergency and needing extended leave time. My wife and I having firm deadlines had to find someone fast and was very impressed with Dalila's background.
After an in phone screen we were further...
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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: Dementia, hospice services, live-in home care, personal care
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.
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.
I have worked with Lutheran Social Services of Il (LSSI), a division of Catholic Charities. I received a Home Aide certification .
Home and Community Services. I provide assistance to my clients with personal services such as shopping, Dr. appts, light housekeeping, bill paying and general companionship.
Sharon can also help with: Home modification, personal care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
I am timely structured and a good planner. I enjoyed achieving tasks focused and on time. I am available to do grocery shopping, cook, drive children to activities, reorganize rooms and make deliveries.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I can help out with any errands needed including dry cleaning pickup, groceries, personal shopping, & straightening around the house. I am flexible & like changing tasks too. I am reliable & close by.
I currently am working in home health. I absolutely love my job and am ready to take on another patient/client. Reliable, Caring Certified Nurse Assistant with 1+ years of experience in home health for elderly and vulnerable adults. A detailed-oriented mindset and warm, compassionate personality has made me a valuable advocate...
Heather can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services, companionship, errands, personal care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Sandra C.
Des Plaines, IL
$17/hr • 10 yrs exp
Compassionate and dedicated caregiver with 10 plus years of experience in providing exceptional care to children of all ages. Skilled in assisting with daily living activities, medication management, and offering emotional support. Passionate about enhancing the quality of life for those in need through personalized and...
Sandra can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Experienced personal CNA offering 20+ years of experience in providing compassionate and reliable care to elderly and disabled clients. Able to provide assistance with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting. Capable of providing direct personal care to terminally ill patients in their homes...
Sheri can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, live-in home care, errands, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
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: Meal prep, dementia, live-in home care, hospice services, home modification, light cleaning & more
My name is Manita . I'm a mother of 3 . I have a 10 years old special need son. I work as a CNA/ care giver for a sunerise senior living in Park R. I have more than 10 years of experience working with special needs and seniors. I do assistance with personal care, meal preparation medication reminder, transfer gait bel, visually...
Benisa K.
Des Plaines, IL
$33/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am looking ONLY for a long term job.
I have been a teacher for over 10 years. .
I love working with children and have a lot of passion for teaching and enjoy seeing them grow and prosper.
I am a very calm and responsible person. . Baby sitter available.
I am looking for full time job, to assist with one family every day 8....
Benisa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have experience helping the elderly, I was very close with my grandparents and assisted them in the final years of their life. I also have an elderly friend/mentor whom I do grocery shopping for and errands around her house. I also have experience with animals as I have 2 cats and my father has 3 dogs. I have experience with...
Danielle can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, light cleaning, errands
Skills:
CPR
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, hospice services, dementia, live-in home care, companionship, errands & more
Fe Esperanza B.
Des Plaines, IL
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi, I am Fe with 17 years of experience, providing exceptional care for babies and kids. Adapt at children's daily schedules, including meals, school and recreational activities. I am proficient in communicating and have ability to assist children with school work.
My first employer on 2008 to mid of 2010 has two kids both...
Fe Esperanza can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She's very dependable, responsible, honest and courteous. I found her self motivated, punctual. I can say with all honesty that she have shown integrity on her job.
I can recommend her for a job."
Alain C.
Fe Esperanza B.
Des Plaines, IL
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi, I am Fe with 10-1/2 years of experience, providing exceptional care for babies and kids. Adapt at children's daily schedules, including meals, school and recreational activities. I am proficient in communicating and have ability to assist children with school work.
My first employer on 2008 to mid of 2010 has two kids both...
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: Dementia, light cleaning, companionship, errands, live-in home care, hospice services & more
I was raised in a home where my mom was a full time nanny and I have been around kids ever since then. I am currently a full-time mental health therapist at an alternative high school, working with at-risk adolescents. Prior to my work with teens, I was employed by the Department of Human Services as a personal...
Krystina can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
I am Compassionate, Kind, Friendly, Patience, understanding, Empathetic, Professional and a Hardworking Person. I have more than 9 years experience as a carer. I enjoy listening and takingcare to older people, I am a very easy going person and I am always happy to work at my clients, I have worked with people with dementia,...
Rose Ann can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, dementia, home modification, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Cat, and I have 12 Years of experience as a Nanny and house manager/ personal assistant.
I previously worked at a hospital in the mother-baby unit, and newborns are my specialty; however, I have had experience with children of all ages.
I love to travel, and have experience traveling with families.
I am a laid...
Catherine can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"I highly recommend Cat as a caregiver. She was wonderful with our one-month-old. She is extremely knowledgeable, detail oriented, and passionate about her work. She was also great about checking in with me to see how I was feeling as a mom. I really appreciated...
Meg D.
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Recent personal assistant reviews in Des Plaines, IL
Dalila P.
5.0
I needed last minute child care for a wedding I was attending. I had a good feeling about Dalila and I was right! I was a bit nervous since I was traveling from out of the country by myself with my 1.5 year old, but Dalila agreed to an initial video call to ease my worries. Upon meeting her at my...
- Laura B.
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.
Momka S.
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.
Fe Esperanza B.
5.0
She's very dependable, responsible, honest and courteous. I found her self motivated, punctual. I can say with all honesty that she have shown integrity on her job.
I can recommend her for a job.
- Alain C.
Catherine L.
5.0
I highly recommend Cat as a caregiver. She was wonderful with our one-month-old. She is extremely knowledgeable, detail oriented, and passionate about her work. She was also great about checking in with me to see how I was feeling as a mom. I really appreciated that.
- Meg D.
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FAQs for finding personal assistants in Des Plaines
In 2025, how much does it cost to hire a personal assistant in Des Plaines, IL?
The average rate for hiring a personal assistant in Des Plaines, IL on Care.com as of March, 2025 is $22.68 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 Des Plaines?
Care.com has 19 personal assistants in Des Plaines, 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 Des Plaines 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 Des Plaines?
Most personal assistants in Des Plaines, 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 Des Plaines. Additionally, some personal assistants are okay with performing pet care or even light housekeeping duties, but these duties are less common.
Ratings for Des Plaines, IL personal assistants listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Personal Assistants in Des Plaines, IL are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews of the 60 listed personal assistants.