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Sheila C.
Melrose Park, IL
$20/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am CNA and Patient Care Tech, and well-experienced Personal Caregiver
I have facilities such as Hospital, Rehab, Assisted Living, and Nursing Homework experience.
Please contact me. I'm available to start working anytime.
Thank you...
Sheila can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, live-in home care, hospice services, companionship, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Sheila is a very dedicated woman when it comes to her work,she treats her client as her family,very dependable,well experienced and knowledgeable in every aspect of her job."
Garry C.
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: Light cleaning, errands, personal care, transportation, meal prep
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
Hi, my name is Victoria, I am 35 years old. I am happily married and have a 4 years old daughter. I am seeking a part-time position of a babysitter on weekday mornings till 1. 30-2 p.m. depending on your location. I have to pick up my daughter from her preschool after 2 p.m. I am a stay at home mom and I understand how...
Viktoriya can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Viktoriya was excellent. Very warm and set our hearts at ease the minute she walked in the door. She was very friendly and entertaining. My 12 months old daughter was behaving well when we were leaving which was very surprising to us as she is a bit fussy when her...
Adrien K.
Skylar C.
Chicago, IL
$17-21/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a big family person who understands how hectic life can get. I am willing to help families who need assistance during the week after school. I can perform any task asked of me and I can multitask as well:)
Skylar can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, organization, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, changing bed linens, carpet cleaning & more
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Adia !
I believe that education is essential and crucial to a healthy mind. From the early age of 9, I was placed in honors classes due to my advanced learning capabilities. My parents helped me understand the importance of learning, and it is my goal to help children become more confident in trouble subjects. I...
5.0
"Adia has been extremely beneficial to my child's learning process. Combining both classic and modern teaching methods. She shows up punctual, professional and prepared. Would highly recommend."
Ernest L.
Guadalupe S.
Chicago, IL
$23/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(11)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Lupe , I am a professional experienced Montessori educator Woman , I will be so happy to assist you in caring your children . I am a very reliable , patient respectful person who loves to care, interact , play learn with children and enjoys being part of their life. I have worked with children of different ages...
Guadalupe can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lupe has been with us since my daughter was 4 months old and she is now almost two and a half. We have to move out of state for my husbands job, otherwise I would have been with her for many many many years. I cannot say enough amazing things about her. She is such...
Lexi S.
4.9
(12)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
My name is Michelle and I have over 10 years experience as a CNA/caregiver. I enjoy working with seniors and helping those in need. I'm available for short visits (minimum 2 hours max 4 hours).
I offer the following services:
Transportation to/from doctor appointments
Physical Therapy (regular exercise)
Assistance with...
Michelle can also help with: Hospice services, errands, dementia, meal prep, companionship, home modification & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Michelle was a wonderful weekend caregiver for my sister who was in hospice care following a stroke. Care included bathing, feeding, wound care, hoyer lift, Broda wheelchair, etc.
She was extremely reliable, very professional and trustworthy. I highly...
Carissa H.
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: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Rhonda cares for my 4 month old son since I returned to work from my maternity leave. She is prompt and dependable and I can tell she really cares for my child. She is a mom herself, so she comes with lots of great experience. Her communication with me...
Colleen O.
Ashley P.
Chicago, IL
$15-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
3.7
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Ashley. I am 23 years old and currently in my second year of teaching. I have had the pleasure of teaching both 3rd and 5th grade. I absolutely love working with kids and started at the early age of 10 years old. Since then, I have nannied and tutored for several years. I enjoy working with kiddos on their...
Ashley can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
5.0
"Ashley is a mature, reliable, charismatic caregiver. She was a nanny for my 9 and 11 year old for a summer. She kept them off the couch and she made sure they ate healthy. They loved her and they still talk about Ashley 2 years later!"
Olivia H.
Nancy P.
Chicago, IL
$25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I've always been passionate about playing a role in children's development and growth. I believe in fostering a nurturing environment where children can flourish. With eight years of experience, I am more than prepared to provide a caring and safe space for your child.
I have my associates in early childhood development and am...
Nancy can also help with: Light cleaning, travel
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I highly recommend Nancy as a reputable caregiver. She is currently in school and has knowledge as well as experience of how to best work with kids of all ages. She cared for my toddler on weekends and always kept me informed and updated so I felt at ease at work....
Caitlin C.
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: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"In the short time that we have known Sonia, we have nothing but positive things to say about her. She was very responsive to email and had excellent follow up/follow through. During our interview, our 18-month old quickly warmed up to her. It was obvious that she...
Lisa W.
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:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We hired Aidalys to be a week-long backup caregiver for our 3yo daughter and when we need help in the future, we'll definitely be reaching out again! Aidalys was incredibly engaging, playing make-believe, finger painting, making sand molds, etc. And she took great...
Jerel B.
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.
Shakira Q.
Chicago, IL
$28/hr • 6 yrs exp
4.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been working with kids since I graduated out of high school; even in high school for community service I would do daycares since I loved being around them and always thought that they were so joyful and loved to see them grow as a person. I started being a nanny when I turned 20 years old, so I have been a nanny for 7...
Shakira can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Shakira is a wonderful woman with great morals, great attitude, & great with kids. She's watched my son since he was 6 months. I love how she disciplines using methods like time out. She's amazing with planning activities for him taking him to the park, library,...
Araceli G.
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: Home modification, personal care, hospice services, dementia, respite care, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
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.
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
(3)
Hired by 25 families in your neighborhood
I have a degree in Marketing Comm & have also worked as a nurse assistant at Hinsdale Hospital. I am current on CPR, First Aide & AED, ServeSafe, etc. I have also babysat for children at their homes. I'm open to providing care to any age as I enjoy providing care, nurturing, and compassion to those in need. I'm also a mother to...
Florence can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Florence is a very professional sitter who gives her clients the utmost respect & will text you with any changes in a timely manner! I know Florence asked this individual if she would still be using her sitting services even after her son started school (and if not...
Steven E.
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.
Jtaia M.
Brookfield, IL
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(8)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I have a bachelor's in Human Development and Family Science & a master's in Social Work. I have experience in Foster Care Case Management, working with ages from infants to teenagers. I previously interned participating in clinical work such as therapy in a teenage group home setting and at a high school as a School Social...
Jtaia can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Taia was absolutely wonderful with our children and went above and beyond to ensure their safety, happiness, and well-being. I highly recommend her to any parent in need of a trustworthy and exceptional babysitter."
Care member
Claudia G.
Oak Park, IL
$20-35/hr
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
As a Senior Caregiver, I offer a compassionate and empathetic personality, combined with over five years of experience working in senior care. I am a highly skilled caregiver, with expertise in assisting clients with activities of daily living, medication administration, and monitoring vital signs. Additionally, I have a strong...
Claudia can also help with: Transportation, errands, live-in home care, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Cannot recommend Claudia enough! She swooped in super last minute when our usual caregiver called out for the night - Claudia was on her way over within an hour! She is super sweet, very smart and needed no direction at all for the job. She was wonderful with my...
Ciara G.
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Recent personal assistant reviews in River Forest, IL
Sheila C.
5.0
Sheila is a very dedicated woman when it comes to her work,she treats her client as her family,very dependable,well experienced and knowledgeable in every aspect of her job.
- Garry C.
Brenda S.
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
Viktoriya T.
5.0
Viktoriya was excellent. Very warm and set our hearts at ease the minute she walked in the door. She was very friendly and entertaining. My 12 months old daughter was behaving well when we were leaving which was very surprising to us as she is a bit fussy when her mom isn't around. Also Viktoriya...
- Adrien K.
Adia D.
5.0
Adia has been extremely beneficial to my child's learning process. Combining both classic and modern teaching methods. She shows up punctual, professional and prepared. Would highly recommend.
- Ernest L.
Guadalupe S.
5.0
Lupe has been with us since my daughter was 4 months old and she is now almost two and a half. We have to move out of state for my husbands job, otherwise I would have been with her for many many many years. I cannot say enough amazing things about her. She is such a great person and I know my...
- Lexi S.
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FAQs for finding personal assistants in River Forest
In 2025, how much does it cost to hire a personal assistant in River Forest, IL?
The average rate for hiring a personal assistant in River Forest, IL on Care.com as of March, 2025 is $25.00 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 River Forest?
Care.com has 1 personal assistants in River Forest, 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 River Forest 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 River Forest?
Most personal assistants in River Forest, 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 River Forest. Additionally, some personal assistants are okay with performing pet care or even light housekeeping duties, but these duties are less common.