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Claudine R.
Algonquin, IL
$19/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Claudine, I'm currently a college student majoring in accounting. I love caring for children and I have about one year of experience. I value clear communication with parents, via their preferred method of contact. I'm most comfortable caring for one child at a time; but I am open to caring for up to three as I...
Claudine can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have taught early childhood classes through my own business, Kindermusik by Lisa. I have experience guiding early childhood educational activities for children newborn (with parents) and also babies, toddlers and school-age children (without parent present).
I also have many years watching children at my home and their home,...
Lisa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Asadu K.
Grayslake, IL
$26/hr • 6 yrs exp
l am Asadu an African and a Certified Nursing Assistant. I have 5 years of experience as a Caregiver. Also I have a CPR and basic life support certificate.
I'd describe my personality as a person with Compassion, empathetic and a customer care giver with high integrity
I like caring for seniors because I have passion as I...
Asadu can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, live-in home care, home modification, errands, dementia & more
I have 8 years of experience as a hospital nursing assistant, working in areas such as emergency services, oncology, and hospitalization. I specialize in providing personal and medical care to both children and adults in various settings.
I consider myself a responsible, honest, kind, and patient person. These qualities have...
Laura Milena can also help with: Respite care, meal prep, live-in home care, hospice services
Ana Cristina D.
Barrington, IL
$10-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
I Have Years Of Experience In Childcare, I Have Also Worked As An Assistant In A School
Hello families, I'm Ana Cristina, I'm 25 years old, I'm originally from Mexico, I really like working in childcare, I have experience, I've taken care of children from 4 months to 12 years old, I like to do many activities that arouse the interest of children according to their ages, so that they can learn and develop properly,...
Ana Cristina can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 13 years experience with seniors in both private homes and assisted living. I love seniors and they always love me. I am compassionate with a great sense if humor. If you want to feel comfortable and well taken care of I'm the person for you. I teach yoga through the park district to seniors. During the summer I like to...
Karen can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, mobility assistance, hospice services, dementia, companionship & more
I got my CNA certification in 2017 and have been working as a CNA since 2018. I have worked in nursing homes, and rehabilitation centers, and an assisted living. I have worked exclusively with dementia patients at three different facilities, and loved my time with my residents and hold many of them close to my heart. I have had...
Amanda can also help with: Meal prep, live-in home care, transportation, light cleaning, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
Professional Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with 6 years of experience providing exceptional care to dementia and rehabilitation patients. Skilled in supporting daily living activities, administering personalized care plans, and ensuring the safety and well-being of patients in challenging...
Mariah can also help with: Meal prep, live-in home care, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
Marissa S.
Algonquin, IL
$15-16/hr • 2 yrs exp
I've worked as a Registered Behavior Technician during my undergrad. I worked with children with Autism ages 2-13. During my gap year I worked as a Qualified Intellectual Disability Profession for a grant funded Adult learning program. I worked with adults ages 18-94 with a variety of diagnoses as well a varying levels of...
Linda P.
Wauconda, IL
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Linda, a Senior Companion Caregiver with over 15 years of experience, committed to providing exceptional care. I am a non-smoker with a deep love for animals, I bring a high level of organization, cleanliness, and reliability to my work. My services include meal preparation, assistance with feeding, bathing, dressing,...
Linda can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, mobility assistance, home modification, errands, companionship & more
Hello my name is Megan and I currently am a personal assistant and manage a house but am looking for some more hours. I do a lot of the cleaning at the house. Let me know what you're looking for and we can chat!
Megan can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, organization, changing bed linens, carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I have 4+ years of experience with being around kids and nannying. I am 25, and am looking for any kind of hours at this time. I have also managed a house and been a personal assistant if that is of interest to you. I can do pickup up/drop off from school and I always make sure the house is clean and picked up. I love taking...
Megan can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
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 was one of two caregivers we had for my 94 year old father. I highly recommend him for he was very trustworthy, concerned, and respectful. My dads needs significantly increased from the time we hired Precent and he just did what he needed to do. Extremely...
Ellen P.
Belinda S.
Streamwood, IL
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Personal Care/aide Assistant,available For Care giving Companionship, part Time Or Full Time
4.7
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
-20+years of experience of Care Giving
*patient care/senior care/companion care/home care/medical &non medical
-Certified Nursing Assistant and studied Gerontology (Study of aging)
-dependable, patient, friendly, and compassionate.
-Stroke, Alzheimer's, Dementia , Memory Care, ALS, Parkinson's, Diabetes experienced.
-meal...
Belinda can also help with: Respite care, personal care, visiting physician, live-in home care, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
4.0
"I hired Belinda on a Tuesday to start on Friday. The next day, our regular weekday caregiver could not come, and Belinda changed her plans to accommodate starting that day instead. She stepped in at the last minute and figured out everything without a problem. It...
Dawn W.
Marzena R.
Huntley, IL
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Certified Nurse Assistant / Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
5.0
(5)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Experienced Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) & Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Hi, I am Marzena! With over 10 years of experience in healthcare, I specialize in supporting patients with Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer, dementia, ALS, stroke, hospice care and cancer. As both a Certified Nursing Assistant and Certified...
Marzena can also help with: Hospice services, home modification, light cleaning, errands, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
CNA
5.0
"She did a great job helping get my wife through a stroke"
Donald W.
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, live-in home care, personal care, light cleaning, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Aloha is extremely caring and dedicated. She went above and beyond to ensure that our quadraplegic mother not only had terrific personal and domestic care, but a good friend. She is also incredibly dependable. I highly recommend Aloha."
Care member
Anna B.
Mount Prospect, IL
$15-20/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: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 10 years of experience as a caregiver. I worked one on one for last 7 years, my last client I worked with for 2 years the one before I've been with for 5 years they both had dementia. Before that I worked as a CNA at assisted living facilities, I recently completed a medical assistant certification. I'm a very...
Agnes can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, dementia
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Agnieszka is simply the best. She cared for my grandmother during her last few years. My grandmother suffered from dementia and Alzheimer's. Agnes provided personal care in the house, and also helped my grandfather with daily things around the house, driving to...
Mitchell K.
5.0
(2)
You and your loved ones deserve the best care, and I am here to provide it. I offer compassionate support for individuals and families in need. I have experience with taking care of individuals with dementia, Parkinson's, and Alzheimer's disease. I also have worked with bedridden . I can help with multiple other tasks such...
Elzbieta can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, mobility assistance, errands, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Elzbieta is a wonderful and attentive caregiver. Her encouragement and care has been remarkable for my parents and sister. "
Care member
3.7
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as fun loving, honest, personable.
I like working with kids because I like to help families succeed
I'm looking for a job that is with a good family long-term.
I started working with kids when I was 12 years old.
In my spare time, I like to go to church, Planet Fitness, spend time with my family,...
5.0
"Ms Tara is wonderful she's an awesome caregiver/nanny..she's the best!!"
Ashaki M.
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Recent personal assistant reviews in Island Lake, IL
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.
Belinda S.
4.0
I hired Belinda on a Tuesday to start on Friday. The next day, our regular weekday caregiver could not come, and Belinda changed her plans to accommodate starting that day instead. She stepped in at the last minute and figured out everything without a problem. It was a smooth transition. Although we...
- Dawn W.
Marzena R.
5.0
Marzena was very reliable, caring and capable. She took great care of my uncle and was able to gain his trust quickly. She was always on time and very dependable.
- Care member
Aloha K.
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.
Agnes P.
5.0
Agnieszka is simply the best. She cared for my grandmother during her last few years. My grandmother suffered from dementia and Alzheimer's. Agnes provided personal care in the house, and also helped my grandfather with daily things around the house, driving to appointments, and driving/shopping...
- Mitchell K.
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FAQs for finding personal assistants in Island Lake
In 2025, how much does it cost to hire a personal assistant in Island Lake, IL?
The average rate for hiring a personal assistant in Island Lake, IL on Care.com as of April, 2025 is $16.50 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 Island Lake?
Care.com has 2 personal assistants in Island Lake, 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 Island Lake 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 Island Lake?
Most personal assistants in Island Lake, 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 Island Lake. Additionally, some personal assistants are okay with performing pet care or even light housekeeping duties, but these duties are less common.