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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
(8)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am a university graduate who has long-term experience as an infant nanny/newborn care specialist, night nurse, personal assistant, and house manager.
Hannah can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Hannah did a wonderful job watching our 3 month old twin daughters! She made us feel so comfortable and sent fun updates while we were out. We will definitely hire Hannah again in the future!"
Care member
5.0
(2)
Over the years I have been a store manager, personal assistant, babysitter, caregiver there is no job too big or too small I enjoy earning an honest living serving others with excellence.
5.0
"Jonie is a very devoted caregiver who genuinely cares about the well-being of her clients. She sees the whole person and makes an effort to encourage their interests.
She has a strong work ethic and is very reliable.
Jonie even tended my garden for weeks on end...
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Jonie M.
Wood Dale, IL
$24/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Caregiver, Personal Assistant, Babysitter, Dog Walker, Aquarium/plant Sitter.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I often babysit my now 4-year-old and 6-year-old nephews, as well as my husband's sister's 5 children ages 6-13, I have many years of experience as an assistant/caregiver to elderly suffering from memory loss, also I have managed retail stores over the past 15 years. I come with a clean criminal and DMV record, college Bachelor...
Jonie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance
5.0
"Great care given to our son while we went out for the night. Appreciate the ability to work with us in a last minute scenario!"
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
- [x] Morning, my name is Precent, I am a male caregiver/ companion and special needs care provider with a vast amount of experience, over 8 years of paid work experience. I do homemaking, non medical Homecare, companionship, personal assistant duties and help with personal hygiene. My first goal is my clients safety and comfort...
5.0
"Precent did an amazing job with my father before he went into a nursing home. What I appreciated most about him was that he kept me up to date with anything dealing with my father. There was an incident where he accompanied my father to the hospital
And was able...
Toni W.
5.0
(2)
Hello I am a vetted dog walker, I own three cats previously owned two dogs one of which I took through obedience training years ago and I'm willing to do whatever it takes to make sure things are done just as you like while you're away. I also am a part-time store manager and caregiver/personal assistant, basically a trusted...
Jonie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
"Jonie is a very devoted caregiver who genuinely cares about the well-being of her clients. She has a strong work ethic and is always reliable. She even tended my garden for weeks on end last year while I was away due to a family emergency.
Any human, pet or plant...
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5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an experienced caregiver, who has worked with people with diabetes, cancer, dementia, and hospice care. I have a CNA certificate. I am available to work full-time or part-time, overnight and days. I am a flexible, patient, and caring person. I love helping people in any way that I can. I offer personal care, companionship,...
Roumiana can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, errands, light cleaning, live-in home care, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Roumi helped my mother care for my father for approximately four months. He required a lot of assistance with feeding, changing, medications, and transportation to and from appointments. He eventually was essentially bedridden, but Roumi was incredible at getting...
Jackie S.
4.2
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Highly compassionate and experienced caregiver with 13+ years of experience providing personalized care to seniors and young adults with disabilities. Proven ability to build strong rapport with clients and families, providing physical and emotional support while maintaining their dignity and independence. Skilled in assisting...
Alma can also help with: Errands, home modification, companionship, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Licensed Nurse
CPR
5.0
"Up to my dads passing in December 2022 Alma provided my dad great care. Alma cared for my dad for over 10 years. He considered Alma the daughter he never had. Alma assist my dad with trips to the restroom, ensured he was always clean and was patient. "
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Thank you for reading my profile. I have more than 15 years of child care experience. I trained as an RN in England and worked in the Pediatric nursing field for several years. Since re-locating to the Chicago area in 2008, I have had several nanny positions. I also worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant at Lurie Children's...
Cicely can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Cicely watched our daughter for about a year and she was such a gift to our family. She was very influential in our child's development helping her learn sign language and hit key developmental milestone. She was always proactive in helping around the house and...
Courtney W.
5.0
(1)
I am happy, cheerful, hard working person with good sense of humor. RN from Europe, working here as nursing assistant for 20 years. I have my own transportation, don't smoke, drink, drugs. I am mother of 2 children , love my family and still love my job. Also I have experience with taking care of stoma. Whole stoma change 2...
Malgorzata can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, transportation, personal care, errands, companionship & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Malgorzata has been working at the hospital for many years. She takes care of patients with dedication. She is very liked by all the patients for her good attitude and willingness to help with patients' discomfort and pain."
Anna P.
5.0
(2)
I have experience with dementia patients, cancer, hospice, Hoyer lifting and transferring, tube feeding, companionship, meal preps, bathing and all daily needs.
I've been in the industry since 2016. My mission is to enhance the lives of aging adults and their families by providing :
1. PERSONAL CARE which involves direct...
Lilian can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, hospice services, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I had Lily to care for my mother. She was compassionate and took care of her so well until she passed. She also took care of my mother in law until she went into memory care. I can highly recommend Lily for elder care."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Compassionate, caring, understanding , reliable , kind with positive outlook in life. I have 15 yrs of experience taking care of people with Dementia, Alzheimer, heart condition and other health problems. I don't smoke, don't drink, I drive my own car. No task is too difficult for me. My services includes but are not limited to...
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Elizabeth goes above and beyond normal assigned duties without being asked.
She is an Excellent Caregiven who assisted my Mother in her final years.
I'm convinced my Mother lived longer because of the Care & Love Liza showed
to her.
I would highly recommend...
Bill G.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a very loving, caring, honest, reliable, trustworthy, faithful, and very patient person. I have many years of experience working with seniors, elderly, Clients with health conditions, impairments and disabilities . I can honestly say I love my job and I love love putting a smile on their faces . Also it is very important...
Lourdes can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, dementia, companionship, hospice services, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Lourdes is a wonderful loving person who became part of our family, She really does care and you will know that. She is very organized and very clear about what she thinks is going on and what the person she is caring for needs or wants, so that you can take...
Care member
5.0
(10)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I am 31 years old, a friendly, adventurous, helpful, imaginative, dependable, and energetic person. I have experience with an infant - 13 years old. I volunteered as a teaching assistant at the Kindergarten for 3 months. I was a teacher for middle school for one year in Thailand before I moved to the U. S. I was a...
Kamonchanok can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I can leave my kids with her so I don't have to worry that she can take care of my kids.
She is so sweet and very helpful."
AVA L.
Anna B.
Mount Prospect, IL
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am 28 years old and have been caring for kids in some capacity for the past 15+ years. I am a certified teacher and taught special education for 4 years. I have a bubbly personality and bring a new set of eyes and ears to every situation I am in. I look forward to getting to know you and your families, and assist with any...
Anna can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Aloha K.
Mount Prospect, IL
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Am Presently Working As Certified Nursing Assistant At Rainbow Hospice Palliative Care. I Have Been A Caregiver For Almost 8 Years To A Disabled Lady. I Am Compassionate Person.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
For the past seven years, I have managed the care of Dorothy L. and her husband. Mr. L. passed away in March of 2010. Mrs. L.'s condition for the past 25 years is one of a spinal injury leaving her bedridden. I perform all her daily needs, care for the house and manage the hospice services.
Aloha can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, live-in home care, errands, light cleaning, personal care & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Aloha has helped my elderly mother who has Alzheimer's. Aloha is a blessing! She jumps right in and is experienced, medically knowledgeable, personable, and energetic!"
Julia B.
Sonia L.
Northbrook, IL
$26-29/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny With Professional References Available In Northbrook And Glenview Area Full Time
5.0
(1)
Hello, my name is Sonia and I have 20 years of experience working with children of all ages. I believe in creating a fun, stimulating and safe environment for children to thrive. I'm particularly skilled at helping children with their social and emotional needs. I have previously received an education at Sam land Institute of...
Sonia can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sonia is incredibly warm and so calm with children. Our four year old who can be hard to win over immediately gravitated to Sonia. We think she would make a wonderful full time nanny for any family."
Kristin M.
5.0
(6)
My name is Marilou. I am a Certified Nursing Assistant.
With over 12 years of experience in caregiving, my comprehensive expertise allow me to complete patient care with the greatest success. I am confident that my contribution would be valuable asset. I have considerable experience with Dementia, Parkinson's and in all areas...
Marilou can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, home modification, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
CNA
5.0
"She's a hard working, caring, honest, reliable and always know what's the best care that her clients need. She's taking care of them like a family. And I assure you that every family wouldn't regret to have her."
Jennelle A.
Alfredo R.
Skokie, IL
$30-37/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am very interested in the opportunity to assist, I want to be a true companion on uplifting someone who needs care by listening to my clients first and provide comfort to their worries and fears.
I took my medical board exams in order to practice medicine in United Sates. My medical degree is from Mexico where I have practiced...
5.0
"The entire family was very pleased with Alfredo's professionalism. He always performed his duties with a smile and a pleasant attitude. He undertook duties without being asked to do them. His care and concern for my mother were much appreciated. My family...
Care member
Edgar L.
Northbrook, IL
$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
With A Strong Record Of Health Care Service And Client Satisfaction.
5.0
(3)
Hi my name is ED, I'm a dedicated Caregiver with a strong record of health care service and client satisfaction for 23 years. I consider myself compassionate, hardworking, trustworthy and dependable. I can easily adapt and handling a variety of client issues and problems with kindness and professionalism.
I'm looking for a job...
Edgar can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
5.0
"Edgar is a kind, warm and patient with my husband. His positivity and pleasant manner is on point. He is hardworking and trustworthy and always on time. He always look out for the best interest of his client and communicates of any needs that may arise. We miss...
Milena R.
4.0
(1)
I have 15 years experience. This includes experience with dementia, Alzheimer's, bedridden and wheel chair patients. In addition, I have experience with Personal Hygiene. I'm also a license Hairdresser. I speak only English and have my own car. My passion comes from being able to give back to those who have given so much to all...
Cynthia can also help with: Home modification, errands, mobility assistance, companionship, dementia, hospice services & more
4.0
"Interview went very well, but I think she felt more comfortable with more money. I sensed hesitation in her voice after a couple of conversations."
Lori C.
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Recent personal assistant reviews in Des Plaines, IL
Hannah P.
5.0
Hannah is wonderful! Hire her!! We were visiting Chicago and very nervous about using a caretaker that we didn't know. Hannah put us at ease and did a fantastic job. She is reliable and communicative, and was fantastic with our 6 month old baby. She sent frequent updates and pictures and baby was...
- Alissa C.
Jonie M.
5.0
Reliable, knowledgeable, kind and always willing to help out. I would highly recommend Jonie.
- Care member
Jonie M.
5.0
Great care given to our son while we went out for the night. Appreciate the ability to work with us in a last minute scenario!
- Care member
Precent M.
5.0
Precent did an amazing job with my father before he went into a nursing home. What I appreciated most about him was that he kept me up to date with anything dealing with my father. There was an incident where he accompanied my father to the hospital
And was able to stay with him
As long as he...
- Toni W.
Jonie M.
5.0
I interviewed Jonie for a pet-sitter position. She was punctual and professional and listened well to direction. She clearly has a passion for animal car and the dogs loved her!
- Care member
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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.