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Luniya N.


Westchester, IL

$20-50/hr4 yrs exp

About Me, senior caregiver

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Hi, I am a compassionate and dedicated caregiver with 4 years of experience providing exceptional care for seniors, having worked with people who have different medical conditions such as Alzheimer's, dementia, Parkinson's, stroke recovery etc. I have skills in assisting with daily living activities, mobility support,...
Luniya can also help with: Live-in home care, errands, hospice services, light cleaning, companionship, dementia & more
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Michelle M.


Clarendon Hills, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Personal Assistant/Caregiver

5.0

(1)

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

My name is Michelle and I'm an experienced Caregiver/personal assistant. I enjoy working with seniors and I'm compassionate about what I do. I understand that everyday life can get pretty hectic and I'm available to provide assistance whenever and wherever I can. My services include but are not limited to; light...
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Jonie M.


Wood Dale, IL

$24-25/hr10 yrs exp

Erands/Odd Jobs

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
"Reliable, knowledgeable, kind and always willing to help out. I would highly recommend Jonie."

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Jasmyn B.


Justice, IL

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Teaching Assistant

Hi there! I'm a new mom of a wonderful 9-month-old babygirl and I've been working with a fantastic family's non verbal 22-year-old son with special needs for the past 5 years and we have an incredible relationship. I am looking to take on an additional part time client in an educator, caregiving, house manager or personal...
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Jonie M.


Wood Dale, IL

$24/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver, Personal Assistant, Babysitter, Dog Walker, Aquarium/plant Sitter.

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: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
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!"

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Iwona U.


Hickory Hills, IL

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

Professional Caregiver/CNA With Over 10 Years Of Experience

I am a professional caregiver/CNA with over 10 years of experience in care giving for elderly people and excellent references from previous employers. I am looking for a position where I can use my knowledge and skills to the benefit of someone in need of personal assistance, care and companionship. I have experience with home...
Iwona can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, dementia, errands, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Iwona worked for my family for 5 years. The only reason she is not with us is that we required more hours and a full time arrangement. Iwona is conscientious, attentive, innovative and pays careful attention to the needs of the person. She adjusts quickly to the...

Robyn S.

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Jonie M.


Wood Dale, IL

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Dog, Cat, Fish & Plant Owner

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 transportation, pet walking
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! "

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Jasmyn B.


Justice, IL

$20-30/hr3 yrs exp

Senior Care Companion

Hi there! I'm a new mom of a wonderful 9-month-old babygirl and I've been working with a fantastic client base and I am looking to take on an additional part time client in a caregiving, house manager or personal assistant capacity. I have over 9 years of combined experience working in schools as a special education...
Jasmyn can also help with: Companionship, specialized care, personal care, light cleaning, meal prep, errands & more
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Claudia G.


Oak Park, IL

$25-30/hr5 yrs exp

Enthusiastic Sitter And Creative Person!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

With a 5-year track record, I possess the necessary skills to assist with various tasks. I specialize in Travel, Cooking/Meal Preparation, fun activities, DIY, and exercise. In addition, I am adept at providing creative, engaging activities for children. My duties include transportation to and from school, homework assistance,...
Claudia can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Claudia is an incredibly kind and caring sitter. My kids adore her, as do we. She helps with anything we need and is as reliable as can be. I cannot recommend her enough! "

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Cori F.


Darien, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Caregiver

My name is Cori. I am certified CNA. I also have a certification in phlebotomy and EKG. I have provided home health care for many seniors who are in need of companion and medical assistance. I am willing to help with all household responsibilities, cooking, medications, personal hygiene needs, grocery shopping, errands and Dr....
Cori can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, personal care
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"She is very dependable and always puts her families first."

Janeise S.

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Michael S.


Oak Park, IL

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Family Organization Assistance

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I just finished caring for a non-verbal autistic boy in the afternoons. My responsibilities included meal preparation, transportation, and life skills including physical and mental activities to enhance his daily life. My best attributes in this situation are my patience, persistence, and sense of caring for the situation for...
5.0
"Michael was dependable and punctual. He was very friendly and worked hard. He helped up with a large family event. He was lovely to the guests, and we would definitely rehire him. I do not hesitate to recommend him!"

Leslie G.

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Amelia M.


Westmont, IL

$30-44/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant With References Looking For A New Family

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello families! My name is Amelia and I am a married mom of two girls who currently attend college here in the Chicagoland area. We've lived here for over 20 years after moving from Italy back in 1999, where I learned how to speak the language and cook authentic Italian cuisine. Shortly after we moved to Illinois, I started...
Amelia can also help with: Personal care, respite care, dementia
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Amy is an amazing caregiver! She is dependable, trustworthy, caring, knowledgeable and so much more. She always went above and beyond what was expected of her, doing things that were not required but helped us in so many ways!"

Debra L.

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Grazyna A.


Berwyn, IL

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

Senior Assistant

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I was a main caregiver for my late Mother for more than 10 years. I was a caregiver for a lovely Lady with Alzheimer's disease for last 6 years. She recently moved to a nursing home. I was responsible for all her needs like administering medicine, filling up medicine boxes, doing grocery shopping, preparing meals, helping with...
Grazyna can also help with: Errands, personal care, light cleaning, meal prep, transportation
5.0
"Grace is the best caregiver anyone can ask for. She took care of our mom, who has Alzheimer's, for over 7 years. She is dependable, kind, considerate, understanding, helpful, caring, attentive, compassionate and very devoted to her work. We were extremely lucky...

Ed D.

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Michelle M.


Clarendon Hills, IL

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Caregiver/Companion/Assistant

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: Home modification, hospice services, companionship, errands, dementia, meal prep & 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.

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Jtaia M.


Brookfield, IL

$25/hr5 yrs exp

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: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep & 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."

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Virginija S.


Willowbrook, IL

$21-26/hr10 yrs exp

Vaccinated Caregiver With Experience In Childrens Care And Senior Care

Dedicated caregiver with 23 years of experience providing exceptional care to children, elders, and patients with disabilities. I am skilled in assisting with daily living activities, meal preparation and personal care. Previously worked in the Rehabilitation center in Europe with children and adults as a physical therapist....
5.0
"Virginija is a very compassion , dedicated person providing care with exceptional skills including personal care , daily activities, management , security comfort and trust with her attentive approach ! Highly recommended "

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Joanna S.


Chicago, IL

$40-45/hr10 yrs exp

High End - House Manager/family Assistant/executive Housekeeper, Family Assistant Available.

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I have 14 years of House management , family assistant experience. I've worked in high end homes/estates as house manager; family assistant, nanny, personal stylist, executive housekeeper and chef. I was in-charge of general up keep and cleanliness of large estate residences between 4, 000 sq. ft. - 28, 000 sq. ft. I did weekly...
Joanna can also help with: Changing bed linens, attic cleaning, cabinet cleaning, dusting, basement cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
5.0
"Joanna is absolutely fantastic! She's very detailed and thorough, she takes great pride in the service she provides. Joanna is the best house keeper I've ever had and I'm lucky to have found her."

Elise M.

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Barbara M.


Chicago, IL

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver/Companion

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: Hospice services, dementia, respite care, live-in home care, home modification, personal care & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CNA

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.

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Barbara Z.


Darien, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Caregiver

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Barbara, and I am a certified caregiver with many years of experience in helping people. My hours are very flexible. I have a great knowledge of diabetes, Parkinson's, Alzheimer's and Dementia disease, cancer, seizures, feeding tubes, oxygen, and using hoyer. I prepare fresh meals daily, assist with...
Barbara can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, meal prep, mobility assistance, errands, dementia & more
5.0
"Barbara was an absolute godsend for us. My mom is 89 y/o and while she has severe short term memory loss she is still very active, outgoing and in many ways remains very independent. She sent several caregivers away because "all they did was sit around". My mom...

Steve B.

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Shakira Q.


Chicago, IL

$28/hr6 yrs exp

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, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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.

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Recent personal assistant reviews in Westchester, IL

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

Iwona U.

5.0

Iwona worked for my family for 5 years. The only reason she is not with us is that we required more hours and a full time arrangement. Iwona is conscientious, attentive, innovative and pays careful attention to the needs of the person. She adjusts quickly to the persons mood, how they feel, and...

- Robyn S.

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

Claudia G.

5.0

Claudia is. Wonderful caretaker, supporter and a great lady who is passionate about kids and life! She even helped me at the expo, set up the booth and ship out a package. She is proactive and so responsible! Thank you and hope to see you soon!

- Care member

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